real estate: How to Find Short Sales in Minnesota - 10/09/08 11:22 AM
Finding a short sale in Minnesota is like finding a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow.
A reader asks: "How can I find short sales online from MLS listings? Some of the listings say it's a short sale but some do not. I know my agent can figure … (0 comments)
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real estate: Rockland County Events This Weekend, It's Fun Time! - 10/09/08 11:21 AM
These are the street fairs and events happening this weekend in Rockland County NY.
When I went to the Nyack street fair last time I stopped at a little frozen yogurt shop called Hello YoGo on 92 Main St. They had green tea frozen yogurt that was really good, it was very … (0 comments)
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real estate: Tired of Doom & Gloom!! - 10/09/08 11:11 AM
Every time you turn on the television or the radio, you hear about people who can't get car loans or can't get financed for mortgages. Doom & gloom all the way! I understand that there is a problem with conventional loans, but government loans are still going thru. I was informed … (13 comments)
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real estate: Cape Coral Real Estate Market Up in Number of Sale -- Foreclosures? - 10/09/08 10:59 AM
Are you like everyone else out there wondering what the Real Estate Market is doing, trying to time the market for the best buy or deal? What is a great deal, would you know it if I placed 5 of them on the desk in front of you and said pick … (0 comments)
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real estate: 1532 Pine Ave NW - This Home is Definately a Charmer! - 10/09/08 10:54 AM
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real estate: Factors that Affect Your Credit Score - 10/09/08 10:47 AM
There are several factors that can influence your credit score.
Credit scores range between 200 and 800, with scores above 620 considered desirable for obtaining a mortgage. The following factors affect your score:First: Your payment history. Did you pay your credit card obligations on time? If they were late, then how … (0 comments)
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real estate: City of Plymouth Ranks # 1 as Top 100 Places to Live in Minnesota - 10/09/08 10:41 AM
The City of Plymouth is a wonderful place to live, work and raise a family in Minnesota.
The City of Plymouth has top notch schools, good jobs, affordable housing, low crime, an active outdoor culture - yep, they're pretty much all here. Plymouth could have become just another Twin Cities suburb, … (0 comments)
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real estate: Bring your best china. - 10/09/08 10:23 AM
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real estate: The Perfect Double Chocolate Chip Cookie... - 10/09/08 10:23 AM
We are eating dinner with some friends of ours tonight and I'm bringing the dessert. I decided that a really yummy chocolate chip cookie would be perfect. In the past I've sometimes had trouble with my cookies turning out too flat, which I've determined was probably from letting the butter sit … (1 comments)
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real estate: FHA loan limit is going to be raised to 417k... - 10/09/08 10:14 AM
10/02/2008 - "This morning, FHA Commissioner Brian Montgomery announced that the new HECM nationwide loan limit (maximum claim amount) will be $417,000. The target effective date is November 1"This is a target date right now, not a set deadline. We still expect FHA to increase the "floor" on the origination fee … (1 comments)
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real estate: Houses for sale in Dublin Ohio $1,090,900, Homes for sale in Dublin Ohio Tartan Fields $1,090,900 - 10/09/08 10:07 AM
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Dublin Ohio is located on the Northwest side of Columbus … (0 comments)
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real estate: more features about Transact CRM - 10/09/08 10:06 AM
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real estate: Real Estate Tip:Best Interests of the Buyer - 10/09/08 10:05 AM
Who represents the homebuyer in the transaction? The most common scenario is for homebuyers to purchase a home with the help of the seller's listing agent. In this case, known as "dual agent representation," the real estate agent assists both the sellers and the buyers. However, it is also possible for … (0 comments)
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real estate: OSI Studios- Transact CRM - 10/09/08 10:04 AM
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real estate: FEAR FEAR FEAR!!! - DON'T BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU READ! - 10/09/08 10:03 AM
OK! So I logged out of my email account today and what do I see on the frontpage of the provider...ECONOMIC CRISIS, CUT UP YOUR CREDIT CARDS, HARPER TAKES BLOW BECAUSE OF ECONOMY!!!Until 2 weeks ago, the economy and this credit crisis were not issues in this Canadian Election. So Canada's … (1 comments)
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real estate: Come to Fort Collins, Colorado! - 10/09/08 09:54 AM
Have all your clients sell their homes with you and then refer them to me so we can find their dream home in Fort Collins, Colorado! The publicity surrounding Fort Collins has really been a wonderful boost to the housing market here. Voted #1 by CNN Money in 2006... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8pbuBHtq2Y4. and … (6 comments)
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real estate: Innovation in Natick Pays Off for Senior Citizens…John Prescott’s The MetWest Scene - 10/09/08 09:53 AM
…John Prescott’s The MetWest Scene
Posted on October 9, 2008 by bostonkayakguy
While the federal government is handing out taxpayer monies to AIG executives who use the bailout dollars for spa junkets to the Monarch St. Regis, the town of Natick, MA is setting an example on how to provide … (0 comments)
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real estate: Delta Media Group at LeadingRE Atlanta workshop - 10/09/08 09:50 AM
The Leading Real Estate Companies of the World fall workshop in Atlanta kicks off today.
Delta Media Group vice president Jonathan Blood will be at the two-day workshop, held at the Grand Hyatt Atlanta.
If you will be in attendance at Atlanta, make sure to see Jonathan for more information on … (0 comments)
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real estate: Why people should be buying real estate NOW! - 10/09/08 09:34 AM
The media likes to discuss the negative......and only the negative. I would love to see a major news network actually bring a few top Real Estate agents on and have them share why today is such a great time to buy real estate.
With rates between 5.5% and 6.0% and inventory … (0 comments)
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real estate: Tough Times Don't Last, but Tough People Do! - 10/09/08 09:19 AM
Hi Everyone,
My Regional Manager just sent this out. Hang in there! Things are improving!
Please see below, which is an excerpt from the Mortgage Banking Assoc.’s daily newsletter.
Pending Sales of Homes Up 7.4 Percent, Highest in 13 Months Toledo Blade (OH) (10/09/08)The beleaguered housing market received a piece of sorely needed good … (0 comments)
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real estate: Happy Birthday John Lennon - 10/09/08 08:39 AM
John Lennon
October 9, 1940- December 8, 1980
John Winston Lennon was born in Liverpool on this day in 1940. He would have been 68 today had he not been tragically murdered outside his hotel in Manhattan.
From the day he picked up his first guitar, … (13 comments)
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real estate: The Panama Tampa Connection - 10/09/08 08:30 AM
Have you heard the news? If you are like most people you may not have noticed the Panama Canal is experiencing major changes….changes that could potentially impact the Port of Tampa and surrounding Tampa real estate.
The Panama Canal is undergoing major expansion – the largest in its 94 year … (0 comments)
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real estate: By Owner - Selling a home in today's market - 10/09/08 08:29 AM
For Sale by owner class next Tuesday Oct 14, 2008 at Marietta High School.Whether you are considering selling by owner or listing with an agent this class will you give home sellers a good view into the ins and outs of getting a home sold in today's market.
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real estate: The $700,000,000,000 Bail Out - 10/09/08 08:28 AM
No matter how many zeros there are - there are many more questions:
How? is this going to benefit the taxpayers who will ultimately fund the bail out?
Who? will ultimately pay for bad business practices?
What? will happen to correct this failure?
Where? will all this money go?
When? will confidence return … (0 comments)
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real estate: ACTIVE RAIN: The Ultimate Tool for Real Estate Professionals! - 10/09/08 08:07 AM
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real estate: Gilligan's Island Trivia - 10/09/08 07:54 AM
Did you know that the "Skipper" and "Professor" characters had names?
As I noted in an earlier blog, I love trivia.
So here is another one of my favorite questions. Actually there are a couple of parts to this one.
On the TV show Gilligan's Island, What were the character names … (11 comments)
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real estate: 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Vernon Woods, Mt Vernon NY - Pelham Border $1,200 - 10/09/08 07:50 AM
Totally Renovated 1 Bedroom at Vernon Woods. This Building is a 3 Story Garden Style on the Top Floor. Some Updates include Brand New Appliances, Brand New Bathroom and Floors, Freshly Painted. This unit can be rented furnished or Unfurnished. Amenities include Gym and Tennis Courts. Unit includes FREE parking, Free … (0 comments)
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real estate: US Economy and Housing - 10/09/08 07:29 AM
As everyone knows, the US Economy is influenced greatly by the housing market. Many areas of the country, including Minnesota are seeing signs of strengthening. With prices as low as they are along with the large inventory of homes is making many ask themselves "will I ever see an opportunity to … (0 comments)
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real estate: Florida Waterfront Estate - 10/09/08 06:55 AM
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real estate: Harford County Real Estate - FIRST IMPRESSIONS ARE IMPORTANT - Home Sellers Tip of the Week - 10/09/08 06:55 AM
Someone once told me that when we meet a person for the first time, we are forming an impression of them and this only takes a few seconds. The same is true if you are selling your home in Harford County, Maryland. There are many things to consider when thinking about how … (1 comments)
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real estate: Baltimore County Real Estate - FIRST IMPRESSIONS ARE IMPORTANT - Home Sellers Tip of the Week - 10/09/08 06:53 AM
Someone once told me that when we meet a person for the first time, we are forming an impression of them and this only takes a few seconds. The same is true if you are selling your home in Baltimore County, Maryland. There are many things to consider when thinking about … (0 comments)
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real estate: IS THE SMOKE FINALLY STARTING TO CLEAR! Pending Home Sales Are UP! - 10/09/08 06:52 AM
I just read the article from USA Today (READ IT HERE) and can also agree with what they stated about PENDING HOME SALES BEING UP for August. Does this mean that we are finally starting to see through the smoke from the fire during the past year and then some? I think … (0 comments)
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real estate: The Financial Crisis Welcomes The World! - 10/09/08 05:41 AM
Another Day, Another Move To Save The Financial SystemToday we got the news that many in the markets have been waiting for. They have been waiting for what seems to be a very long time. That was the coordinated global rate cut by the central banks of the US, Canada, EU, … (8 comments)
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real estate: 4204 Winslow Lane, Hephzibah, GA, 30815 - 10/09/08 02:56 AM
NEW HOME PRESALES IN THE AUGUSTA AREA
FOR $105,900 THIS IS JUST WHAT THE BUILDER ORDERED. THIS 2 STORY HOME WILL FEATURE A 3 BEDROOM 2 BATH SPLIT FLOOR PLAN. AS YOU GO UP THE STAIRS YOU WILL SETTLE DOWN ON THE BALCONY OVER LOOKING THE GREATROOM. FROM THE BALCONY YOU … (2 comments)
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real estate: 110 JAMAICA COURT, EVANS, GA, 30809 - 10/09/08 02:15 AM
CALL YOUR INVESTORS!!
THIS PROPERTY IS LOCATED RIGHT NEXT DOOR TO THE CITIES RIVERWATCH PARKWAY EXTENSION, THAT WILL OPEN UP THE DOWNTOWN OF EVANS GEORGIA MEDICAL AND BUSINESS COMMUNITY ONCE COMPLETED. THIS $125,000 3 BEDROOM/2BATH HOME IS A STEAL!!..REMEMBER THE BASICS, LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION!! THE LAND IS THE VALUE AND WITH … (2 comments)
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real estate: 104 JAMAICA COURT, EVANS, GEORGIA, 30809 - 10/09/08 01:49 AM
GREAT OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUR INVESTORS,
THE CITIES RIVERWATCH PARKWAY EXTENION WILL WORK IT'S WAY RIGHT PAST THIS PROPERTY TO THE HEART OF DOWNTOWN EVANS, GEORGIA. THIS ACCESS WILL OPEN UP TO ALL MEDICAL FACILITIES AND COMMERICAL BUSINESSES IN THE AREA MAKING THE LAND ON THIS PROPERTY PRIME. REMEMBER (LOCATION , LOCATION, LOCATION) IN REAL … (0 comments)
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real estate: WHAT'S THE FIRST STEP IN YOUR REAL ESTATE DEAL NEGOTIATING? - 10/09/08 12:54 AM
MELVIN BELLI WAS RIGHT ABOUT NEGOTIATING. He was known as the "King of Torts". During my days while providing service as a lawyer for clients, I once attended a seminar where he spoke. The subject was the art of NEGOTIATIONS.
BELLI was a character, a giant of the courtroom, jovial, very entertaining and fun to listen … (17 comments)
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real estate: Northern Wisconsin Deeded Lake Access Lots-Brandy Lake-REMAX First Minocqua - 10/09/08 12:34 AM
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Brandy Lake Deeded Access...very rare lots that have deeded lake access that also allows piers on a crystal clear lake that offers excellent fishing and other water related recreation. Three lots all heavily wooded with towering mature trees. Lots are approximately 125 feet x 178 feet with phone and cable … (0 comments)
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real estate: Northern Wisconsin Lake Home-REMAX First - 10/09/08 12:26 AM
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Sharon Lake Estates...small quiet private lake with excellent fishing and beautiful sugar sand frontage. this three bedroom, 2-bath home offers maintenance free siding, new aluminium facia, soffit and gutters as well as a new roof. Oak kitchen cabinets, oak floors, ceramic tile, fireplace, whirlpool, attached garage, huge lake side … (0 comments)
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real estate: Stone Ridge 2008 Q3 Summary - 10/09/08 12:13 AM
Introduction Welcome to the Q3 resale summary for Stone Ridge. I will continue to post Weekly Updates by end of the day Tuesday which will feature the newly active homes from the previous week, homes going under contract from the previous week, as well as sold homes which went to record … (0 comments)
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real estate: Wooded and Beautiful 1.86 Acre Lot. See Details and Photos here. - 10/09/08 12:09 AM
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real estate: Yes, You Can Offer Coupons in Real Estate - 10/08/08 11:53 PM
This does sound a little odd, as I'm not sure coupons are necessarily something most Realtors think about when they're brainstorming incentives to pull in potential clients.
However, coupons could come in very handy in the real estate sales business. For example, you might include a coupon for a free Comparable … (33 comments)
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real estate: Fence Lake-Lac Du Flambeau Wisconsin Real Estate - 10/08/08 11:40 PM
WWW.VACATIONLANDPROPERTY.COM
Welcome to the beautiful Northwoods of Wisconsin. this site is designed to help buyers and sellers make an informed decision when buying or selling property in Northern Wisconsin. My name is Neil Pluister and Im a full time real estate broker for REMAX First in Minocqua Wisconsin. I specialize in … (0 comments)
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real estate: How Do My Clients Ensure They Get the Best Interest Rate on Their Mortgage Loan? - 10/08/08 11:36 PM
To get the best rate on a mortgage loan, your clients need to:
1) Be sure they have an excellent credit history or improve their credit rating;
2) Shop around by contacting several mortgage brokers or lenders;
3) Researching all their options online;
4) Making a list of important questions to … (1 comments)
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real estate: Take the BAD out of your world! - 10/08/08 10:34 PM
I realize that with all the media and talk about the economy that it can sometimes be tough to look on the bright side of things but we have to to survive. I decided to give a few tips to help if you are having trouble.
1. Make a poster … (17 comments)
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real estate: Two Heads Are Better than One, but only if they are going in the same direction! - 10/08/08 10:10 PM
There are partnerships that work, not many, but they do work. Had great expectations, and great ideas, just not wanting the same things out of this business. From everything I have read and heard from other agents, take time off, make sure you keep your priorities straight, don't ignore your family, … (4 comments)
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real estate: Why Buy a Home in Today's Market? - 10/08/08 10:00 PM
This is an excellent article from the California Association of Realtors.
Buying a home in today's market may be challenging, particularly for those with credit problems or little saved to put toward a down payment. But there are many factors impacting the current housing market that make buying a home today … (0 comments)
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real estate: Hartsburg Missouri Pumpkin Festival October 11 - 10/08/08 09:54 PM
Welcome to Small Town Missouri
Hartsburg Pumpkin Festival Downton Hartsburg, MO
Description:
In 1991 a community festival began, organized by a local group of 8 people, known as the Hartsburg Bike and Social Club. Today the annual festival 150 craft vendors, petting zoo, pony rides, food booths, pumpkins galore, and a … (0 comments)
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real estate: Tiburon, CA Real Estate Market Conditions Update ~ September 2008 - 10/08/08 09:04 PM
As of October 6, 2008 only 12% of available listings in Tiburon are in escrow.
For the month of September 2008 only 8 homes sold in Tiburon for an average final selling price of $3,127,250.
The average original asking price of these homes was $3,421,625.
The range of final selling prices … (0 comments)
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real estate: Sausalito, CA Real Estate Market Conditions Update ~ September 2008 - 10/08/08 09:00 PM
As of October 6, 2008 only 6% of available listings in Sausalito are in escrow.
For the month of September 2008 only 4 homes sold in Sausalito for an average final selling price of $995,875.
The average original asking price of these homes was $992,000.
The final selling prices ranged from … (0 comments)
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real estate: What a difference a day makes! - 10/08/08 08:58 PM
24 little hours! That is what this business is all about, so much changes in such a short period of time. Nothing happens for months on a listing than all of a sudden a showing, then an offer, then a sale. They say patience is a virtue and whoever can handle … (0 comments)
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real estate: San Rafael, CA Real Estate Market Conditions Update ~ September 2008 - 10/08/08 08:58 PM
As of October 6, 2008 25% of available listings in San Rafael are in escrow.
For the month of September 2008 37 homes sold in San Rafael for an average final selling price of $733,823.
The average original asking price of these homes was $798,668.
The range of final selling prices … (0 comments)
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real estate: San Anselmo, CA Real Estate Market Conditions Update ~ September 2008 - 10/08/08 08:55 PM
As of October 6, 2008 only 13% of available listings in San Anselmo are in escrow.
For the month of September 2008 only 8 homes sold in San Anselmo for an average final selling price of $1,012,375.
The average original asking price of these homes was $1,153,125.
The range of final … (0 comments)
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real estate: Ross, CA Real Estate Market Conditions Update ~ September 2008 - 10/08/08 08:52 PM
As of October 6, 2008 only 16% of available listings in Ross are in escrow.
Alas, that is the only thing to report, as not one single home sold in Ross for the month of September 2008.
For more information about this area visit my website or feel free to contact me … (0 comments)
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real estate: COLDWELL BANKER'S 10 DAY SALES EVENT - 10/08/08 08:51 PM
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real estate: Novato, CA Real Estate Market Conditions Update ~ September 2008 - 10/08/08 08:48 PM
As of October 6, 2008 an encouraging 31% of available homes for sale in Novato are in escrow.
For the month of September 2008 69 homes sold in Novato for an average final selling price of $570,430.
The average original asking price of these homes was $638,773.
The range of final … (0 comments)
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real estate: First Time Homebuyers Class - 10/08/08 08:09 PM
I figured that since FHA guidelines will change the first of the year and homebuyers will be required to bring 3.5% down payment, perhaps those buyers sitting on the fence would be interested in buying before the first of the year.
I'll be conducting my first ever First Time Homebuyer Class … (0 comments)
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real estate: The Future Is Not What It Used To Be - 10/08/08 07:13 PM
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Most of us have heard of the 16th Centur Pahrmacist/seer Nostradamus who has been credited with the prediction of wars, Hitler, natural disasters, etc.. Unfortunately, or fortunately, he didn't have much to say about the current world financial crisis. One reason is that they didn't have … (0 comments)
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real estate: One of my favorite sites... realtors rock on! - 10/08/08 07:05 PM
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real estate: Mill Valley, CA Real Estate Market Conditions Update ~ September 2008 - 10/08/08 06:57 PM
As of October 6, 2008 only 19% of available listings in Mill Valley are in escrow.
For the month of September 2008 21 homes sold in Mill Valley for an average final selling price of $1,533,405.
The average original asking price of these homes was $1,674,000.
The range of final selling … (0 comments)
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real estate: Danger and Opportunity - 10/08/08 06:45 PM
Whew, what a crazy week it's been in the markets!Everybody ok? I just wanted to reach out with an article from Inman that's actually somewhat positive, or at least slightly motivating. Here's the Link: http://www.inman.com/opinion/guest-perspective/2008/10/2/opportunity-street-still-knockingSome of us get really bogged down when the news is nasty. We get lost in the … (1 comments)
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real estate: Why can I see more info for a $10 item on EBay than a $1,000,000 house on MLS? - 10/08/08 06:38 PM
It is time for the MLS to get with the Internet revolution. I find it pitiful that someone can display all types of information for a cheap item on EBay but can only see fifteen small pictures of a multi-million dollar house.
Through my own company's web site - John L … (56 comments)
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real estate: Veracity Credit Optimization For Your Clients Now More Than Ever - 10/08/08 06:24 PM
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real estate: Ice Skating In Redondo Beach? You Gotta Love this Town - 10/08/08 06:23 PM
One of the many reasons I enjoy living in the South Bay is the diversity and quality of the activities. That, coupled with small town charm, makes for a wonderful place to visit and call home. While most of the activities are centered around the beach and the ocean, the city … (5 comments)
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real estate: Postlets: Too Good Not to Share - 10/08/08 06:15 PM
One of my favorite finds through the Active Rain organization has been postlets. If any of you are still unaware of the multiple benefits this program offers then make sure you rush off to the website and investigate the many options available. The time saving benefit of posting your listings to … (3 comments)
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real estate: Larkspur, CA Real Estate Market Conditions Update ~ September 2008 - 10/08/08 06:10 PM
As of October 6, 2008 28% of available listings in Larkspur are in escrow.
For the month of September 2006 only 8 homes sold in Larkspur for an average final selling price of $1,096,875.
The average original asking price of these homes was $1,122,000.
The range of final selling prices of … (0 comments)
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real estate: Savy Sellers Stage their Homes - 10/08/08 05:47 PM
You only have one shot at attracting buyers on the internet. Home stagers are trained to attract selective buyers to your property. Savvy home sellers can use home stagers to prepare their properties before they are listed, so that their homes will get noticed and stand out from the competition. Home Stagers prepare … (0 comments)
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real estate: Kentfield, CA Real Estate Market Conditions Update ~ September 2008 - 10/08/08 05:42 PM
As of October 6, 2008 only 19% of available listings in Kentfield are in escrow.
For the month of September 2008 only 1 home sold in Kentfield for $935,000.
The original asking price of this home was $950,000.
It took this home 30 days to sell.
For more information about this … (0 comments)
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real estate: Before You Buy a Short Sale in Minnesota - 10/08/08 05:38 PM
There are a few things you should consider before you buy your next home at short sale pricing in Minnesota.
Hire an agent with short sale experience. It's one strike against you if the listing agent has never handled a short sale, but it's even worse if your own agent has … (0 comments)
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real estate: SHORT SALE HELP??? - 10/08/08 05:36 PM
Short Sales
How many of you Active Rainer's have completed short sales? I am in the works with my partner right now on about 5-7 short sales that we took as listings. Very tough time. Just want to see what the banks are responding to you with (WaMu, Wells Fargo, CountryWide, … (1 comments)
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real estate: Closed My First Home!!! - 10/08/08 05:33 PM
Closed My First Home!
The title speaks for itself. Last week I recently closed my first home, and got my first commission check. It was quite an experience and I have had a very great time in doing so. Thanks to ActiveRain and all its help.
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real estate: $7,500 Tax Credit Available to First-Time Homebuyers in Minnesota - 10/08/08 05:29 PM
First time home buyers in Minnesota are eligible for a tax credit.
First-time homebuyers can receive a $7,500 tax credit on homes purchased before July 1, 2009.
Tax credits are special provisions that reduce income tax liability on a dollar-for-dollar basis and are claimed on your income tax return. The maximum … (0 comments)
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real estate: Get your home in great shape at a minimal cost - 10/08/08 05:15 PM
With so many houses on the market, curb appeal is more important than ever. You need buyers to be impressed from the first moment so that they will want to come inside for a look and remember your house after they have left and having your house in pristine shape definitely sets … (0 comments)
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real estate: Video: "What Are The Market Conditions in 2008?" - 10/08/08 05:13 PM
What's the real estate market like at the moment? Agents from Southern California describe the real estate market. Because the 2008 real estate market is flooded with inventory, it's a buyer's market . Current real estate market conditions make financing a challenge. View this segment to learn more about the real … (0 comments)
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real estate: media madness in real estate - 10/08/08 05:09 PM
DOES OUR LIBERAL MEDIA NOT HAVE ANYTHING BETTER TO DO BESIDES BOMBING OUR REAL ESTATE BUSINESSES AND MARKETS? I don't know where you are, but real estate is not near as bad as the media portrays where I live. Yes, there are foreclosures. Yes, there were bad subprime loans. Yes, there have … (8 comments)
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real estate: 764 Carbon St. Old Town Erie. - 10/08/08 05:09 PM
764 Carbon St. Erie CO. 80516
Come take a look at this charming ranch style home that abuts to horse pastures in Old Town Erie...
Enjoy the newly designed kitchen with granite counter tops...
Relax in the sunroom while sitting in your hot tub...
Or … (0 comments)
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real estate: WHAT HAPPENS ON THE COURTHOUSE STEPS WHEN YOU GO TO A TRUSTEE SALE - 10/08/08 05:09 PM
In all of my years as a Realtor, I never actually went to an auction of homes on the courthouse steps until today. That isn't to say I wasn't curious. It's just that our attorneys are always warning us to avoid these types of sales like the plague because of the … (0 comments)
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real estate: O.C.'s foreclosure threat grows - 10/08/08 05:07 PM
Orange County's foreclosure threat grows. Increasingly, people are realizing that the housing market woes are not isolated events, but reflect an endemic fundamental problem in the world economy.
Simple economics teaches that supply and demand must establish an equilibrium in the market. For a long time, unimaginably easy "credit" … (0 comments)
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real estate: Orange County Faces Smallest Supply in 18 Months - 10/08/08 05:04 PM
Altera Real Estate's Steve Thomas has said recently that Orange County was offering the smallest amount of homes available in the area in 18 months. With only 12,940 homes up for sale, the current listing is 27% lower than it was a year ago, and 16% lower than that of … (0 comments)
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real estate: Tips for sellers in a wavering market - 10/08/08 05:01 PM
It will come as no surprise to most sellers, that buyers have the upper hand in today's market, with such a large supply of houses. But there are things that sellers can do to make the process less painful.
If you are in a market where homes are not moving as … (1 comments)
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real estate: 1287 Antigua Cir - 2 Bedroom in Placentia - 10/08/08 04:51 PM
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real estate: 325 N Harrington Dr - Beautiful 4 Bedroom in Fullerton - 10/08/08 04:49 PM
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real estate: When Will Real Estate Values Rise? - 10/08/08 04:42 PM
Historically-speaking, home values have ultimately risen after dramatic declines. No kidding, right? Although there isn't any widely known or accepted scientific methodology to pinpoint the top or bottom of any market, experts tend to agree that the following signs indicate an upswing:
1. Real estate values stop declining and begin holding … (1 comments)
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real estate: South Riding 2008 Q3 Summary - 10/08/08 04:34 PM
IntroductionWelcome to the Q3 sales summary for South Riding. My goal is to make the real estate data relevant to the award winning community we live in. I will continue to post Weekly Updates by end of the day Tuesday which will feature the newly active homes from the previous week, … (0 comments)
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real estate: ZIPVO @Florida Association of Realtors 92nd Trade Show - 10/08/08 04:33 PM
http://www.zipvo.com/ @Florida Association of Realtors 92nd Trade Show
A video blog from The Florida Association of Realtors 92nd Annual Realtor Show. Come visit our booth for a chance to win a free video Flip camera and a chance to check out http://www.zipvoplatinum.com/
Take Care, ZipvoGreg :-)
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real estate: Think outside of the Box - 10/08/08 04:28 PM
Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2008
One of my agents wrote me this email today in answer to what was she doing to suceed in the real estate business.
"I always told my brother that finding the perfect job would not fall from the sky and wiggle in his lap. Real estate is … (2 comments)
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real estate: Beautiful home in highly desirable downtown Greenville location. - 10/08/08 04:18 PM
2 Majestic Oak Court, Greenville, SC Listing Price :$ 309,000 MLS# : 1167423 ( Greenville) MLS# : 171235 ( Spartanburg) # of Bedrooms : 4 # of Full Baths : 2 # of Half Baths : 1 Year built : 2004 # of Acres : 0.19 Garage Capacity : 2
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real estate: The Real Estate Sky is not Falling as the Media Outlets try to Portray! - 10/08/08 04:14 PM
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The Real Estate Sky is not Falling as the Media Outlets try to Portray.
Posted by Josh Schlesselman under For Buyers, For Sellers, For Realty Professionals, General Information, Bailout
With the recent passage of the enormous bailout from the government in the tune of 700 Billion dollars, many analysts … (1 comments)
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real estate: As Winston Churchill stated, "When you're going through hell, keep going!" - 10/08/08 03:48 PM
Our history proves we will have the occasional down cycle. This year isn't the first and won't be our last. Remember the stock market between 2000-2001?
Even the strongest businesses can be disrupted by global influences and unexpected market trends. So if your business isn't going so well at this moment, … (56 comments)
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real estate: Greenbrae, CA Real Estate Market Conditions Update ~ September 2008 - 10/08/08 03:46 PM
As of October 6, 2008 only 15% of available listings in Greenbrae are in escrow.
For the month of September 2008 only 6 homes sold in Greenbrae for an average final selling price of $944,000.
The average original asking price of these homes was $1,015,167.
The range of final selling prices for … (0 comments)
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real estate: Location, Location, Location or Price, Price, Price? - 10/08/08 03:37 PM
The time honored statement in real estate is Location, Location, Location. They say it 3 times to emphasize that it's the single most important detail, more important than any other details you might consider. There is even a little humor in there to make the clever point about location being … (0 comments)
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real estate: Tonight on FOX Business News! - 10/08/08 03:36 PM
Tonight our CEO Patrick Lashinsky will appear on cable news outlet FOX Business News' "America's Nightly Scoreboard" beginning at 7 PM EST/4 PM PST. The format of today's appearance allows for viewers to call into the program with questions related to the housing market.
America's Nightly Scoreboard:
FOX Business News … (0 comments)
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real estate: Let's Blame the Right People - 10/08/08 03:34 PM
There are several "Hot Button" issues all over the news lately and it's important to these media types that we know how lousy the details are and who is to blame. The real estate market has been struggling for almost 2 years now. Values went down, mortgages were issued to … (0 comments)
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real estate: The Real Enemy - 10/08/08 03:32 PM
The Real Enemy in Real Estate
When the economy is good life is a vibrant thing. Just choosing what to buy for your latest passion (or your spouse) is very rewarding (wink). We go out to dinner more, ads are all over the TV and magazines, there is money in … (0 comments)
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real estate: Realty Executives Great Idea - 10/08/08 03:30 PM
I have a great realty franchise for sale Realty Executives, It's a great model and franchise fees are very very low. The area is in Charlotte North Carolina area"Mooresville" I own 2 zip codes 28117 and 28115. You could use it probabaly anywhere in the southern region from Flordia to … (0 comments)
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real estate: What makes a good Real Estate Agent? - 10/08/08 03:23 PM
What makes a good Real Estate Agent?
Knowing your business is number one when it comes to being a good Real Estate Agent.
When a client seller or buyer asks you certain questions, you have to come back with quick answers and not the give them the deer eyes look.
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real estate: Just Listed! - 10/08/08 03:12 PM
7798 Crabtree Valley Court | Greensboro | NC | 27455
Listed at $379,500
All Brick Custom Construction By Award Winning Platinum Builders! This Three Bedroom Home Features An Open & Inviting Floor Plan,Entertainer's Kitchen with Center Island, Breakfast Area, Formal Dining Room, Keeping Room with Gas Fireplace and Heated & Cooled Sunroom. … (1 comments)
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real estate: Oceanfront condos in Brevard County-Florida's Space Coast - 10/08/08 03:12 PM
Today's paper, Florida Today, reports our temperature will be a high of 83°F (31°C) and a low of 76°F (27°C). Not bad for October 8th. In New York today's low is forecasted at 51°F (11°C) and in Montreal the low is expected to drop to a chilly 37°F (2°C). Brrrr!
I'm thinking some … (0 comments)
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real estate: Fairfax, CA Real Estate Market Conditions Update ~ September 2008 - 10/08/08 03:04 PM
As of October 6, 2008 only 11% of available listings in Fairfax are in escrow.
For the month of September 2008 only 7 homes sold in Fairfax for an average final selling price of $732,857.
The average original asking price of these homes was $789,714.
The range of final selling prices … (0 comments)
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real estate: Cheap but Effective Marketing Strategies. - 10/08/08 03:00 PM
I would like to hear from other realtors as to what is actually working for bringing buyers to your listings. I have a listing in Spring Hill Tn in the Lexington Farms neighborhood that is the cheapest comparable by around $7,000 AND it clearly has more upgrades than the other ones … (0 comments)
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