south dakota: Large Home For Sale - 07/16/08 10:10 AM
Large two-story home located just above the heart of Rapid City in a quiet cul-de-sac. Built in 2001, with a one of a kind view from the large covered front porch. A peaceful backyard setting in the pines with a perfect spot for your hot tub, barbecue grill or both. The … (0 comments)
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south dakota: 5 Bedroom Twinhome Rental Available in Brookings, SD - 07/07/08 03:23 PM
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south dakota: Rapid City Luxury Home For Sale - 07/03/08 07:10 PM
Large two-story home located just above the heart of Rapid City in a quiet cul-de-sac. Built in 2001, with a one of a kind view from the large covered front porch. A peaceful backyard setting in the pines with a perfect spot for your hot tub, barbecue grill or both. The … (2 comments)
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south dakota: 4 SALE RAPID CITY, SD - 06/25/08 02:13 PM
Large two-story home located just above the heart of Rapid City in a quiet cul-de-sac. Built in 2001, with a one of a kind view from the large covered front porch. A peaceful backyard setting in the pines with a perfect spot for your hot tub, barbecue grill or both. The … (0 comments)
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south dakota: Black Hills, South Dakota Market Activity - June 25, 2008 - 06/25/08 12:22 PM
For several years I have been doing this analysis on a weekly basis to determine market conditions. My full report has more details on it. It is really helpful to determine what price ranges buyers are looking at. I also compare activity for this year with the past several years. If … (1 comments)
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south dakota: Real Estate For Sale - 06/20/08 04:20 PM
Large two-story home located just above the heart of Rapid City in a quiet cul-de-sac. Built in 2001, with a one of a kind view from the large covered front porch. A peaceful backyard setting in the pines with a perfect spot for your hot tub, barbecue grill or both. The … (0 comments)
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south dakota: Brookings Real Estate News | June 5, 2008 - 06/16/08 05:04 PM
Residential Sales Take Off
Brookings area residential real estate sales strong in May 2008. Sales were up by 10% this May compared to the same period in 2007. The Brookings area Multiple Listing Service (MLS) recorded $7.2 million dollars in sales for May 2008 as compared to $6.5 million dollars in … (0 comments)
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south dakota: New Construction for Sale in Brookings, SD - 06/16/08 03:50 PM
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south dakota: New Construction for Sale in Brookings, SD - 06/16/08 03:34 PM
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south dakota: A Day of Decision... - 06/03/08 08:08 AM
All right! The Democratic Primary ends today! I, for one, am ready to have it over with. It's been a loooong battle. Montana & South Dakota are the last states to have a say in who will be the democratic nominee. Everyone is wondering who will get the most delegates - Hillary or Obama.
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south dakota: Home For Sale: Rapid City, SD - 06/02/08 05:40 PM
Large two-story home located just above the heart of Rapid City in a quiet cul-de-sac. Built in 2001, with a one of a kind view from the large covered front porch. A peaceful backyard setting in the pines with a perfect spot for your hot tub, barbecue grill or both. The … (0 comments)
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south dakota: 94.00 PER SQ. FT. WOW! TAKE A LOOK! - 05/19/08 06:16 PM
ONLY $94.00 per sq. ft. WOW!
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south dakota: Dakota Dunes, South Dakota a great place to live. Another location for those that would be working for Hyperion. - 05/19/08 04:25 PM
Dakota Dunes, South Dakota has beautiful homes in a gorgeous setting. Dakota Dunes is a planned community where careful attention is taken when designing homes. Homes are designed to blend in with the natural beauty of the area. The Dunes has something for everyone when it comes to housing, such as, … (0 comments)
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south dakota: Don't believe everything you read......... - 05/13/08 02:06 PM
As a real estate professional, it seems almost all conversations I have eventually lead to real estate. This has been happening even more since the extensive media coverage of the "mortgage crisis".
I am constantly asked "How's the real estate market?" My answer is always the same. If the … (4 comments)
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south dakota: Just Listed @ $93.00 PER SQ FT WOW WHAT A GREAT DEAL! - 05/07/08 05:57 PM
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south dakota: Thank You - 05/02/08 07:48 PM
I would like to invite all the readers of my blog to help me by sending a thank you to our military.
Let's Say Thanks is doing something wonderful by allowing you to send a personal thank you to a member of the US Military. You can go to their Web site, pick … (0 comments)
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south dakota: Kids say the darndest things..... - 04/27/08 09:00 AM
I was always a big fan of the television show, Kids say the darnedest things. But it wasn't until I had children of my own that I realized just how true it was.
A few days ago my kids had one of those "moments"....
As I met my 3 and 6 year old boys … (8 comments)
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south dakota: Black hills, South Dakota Market Activity - April 24, 2008 - 04/24/08 01:03 PM
For several years I have been doing this analysis on a weekly basis to determine market conditions. My full report has more details on it. It is really helpful to determine what price ranges buyers are looking at. I also compare activity for this year with the past several years. If … (0 comments)
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south dakota: Box Elder Creek Ranch - 04/22/08 05:48 PM
Jeff Garrett, Owner/Broker of Dakota Properties, participating with Cabelas Trophy Properties, is pleased to exclusively offer for sale The Boxelder Creek Ranch. It consists of 2,228 deeded acres with an additional 120 acres BLM lease. It is located in Eastern Montana approximately 19 miles south of Ekalaka. Highway 323 borders the ranch. … (1 comments)
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south dakota: Information for those relocating, especially those that are coming to South Dakota in reference to Hyperion Resources. - 04/22/08 10:00 AM
Moving is an ordeal that most of us would rather not do. If you are lucky enough to have your move paid for by your company, this is ideal situation to be in. Most times the company that is paying for the move will ask you to get at least two … (0 comments)
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south dakota: Box Elder, South Dakota Home For Sale - $181,900 - 04/21/08 09:57 PM
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south dakota: Postlets - This has to be the easiest yet! - 04/21/08 05:36 PM
Just when you think it can't get any easier, out comes Postlets (ok, they've been around a while it just takes me a while to find things...). This has to be the easiest, coolest, fastest built web flyer I've seen. I think I'm going to rebuild my personal web site around … (18 comments)
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south dakota: Box Elder South Dakota Home for Sale - $162,500 - 04/21/08 05:30 PM
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south dakota: Hump Creek Ranch - 04/21/08 05:14 PM
Jeff Garret, Owner Broker of Dakota Properties is proud to exclusively offer for sale The Hump Creek Ranch located in north central South Dakota and consisting of 4,782.31 acres. This ranch is well watered by 2 spring fed creeks and 6 electric wells strategically located throughout the ranch. Good cross fencing … (1 comments)
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south dakota: Devils Tower Ranch - 04/21/08 04:54 PM
Devils Tower Ranch is located in picturesque northeast Wyoming, in the rare and unspoiled wilderness of the Wyoming Black Hills. Here you will find panoramic scenes of the Missouri River buttes, the Bear Lodge Mountains, and absolutely unparalleled views of one of the world's most unusual and captivating rock formations, Devils … (2 comments)
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south dakota: Dakota Properties attends Annual Cabelas Trophy Properties Conference - 04/21/08 04:07 PM
Jeff Garret, Broker/Owner of Dakota Properties in South Dakota, recentlly returned from Reno, Nevada where he attended the Annual Cabelas Trophy Properties Conference. Jeff was one of the featured presenters at the conference held April 17 and 18 which was attended by nearly 300 brokers throughout the US, Canada, Mexico, Belize, Virgin … (2 comments)
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south dakota: Rare Black Hills Land for Sale - 6.95 Acres - $122,000 - 04/20/08 10:25 PM
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south dakota: Rapid City, South Dakota Home For Sale - $234,000 - 04/20/08 09:45 PM
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south dakota: Black Hills Market Activity - April 18, 2008 - 04/18/08 09:01 PM
For several years I have been doing this analysis on a weekly basis to determine market conditions. My full report has more details on it. It is really helpful to determine what price ranges buyers are looking at. I also compare activity for this year with the past several years. If … (0 comments)
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south dakota: March 2008 Real Estate Market Conditions Black Hills of South Dakota - 04/08/08 04:41 PM
Hello everyone,
During the month of March, 2008 there were 6 new residential listings in and around the Hill City area. The total # of homes for sale is 32. And no homes have sold or were under contract. Avg. price of a home in the Black Hills since the last report … (0 comments)
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south dakota: March 2008 Market Conditions for Black Hawk & Piedmont South Dakota Real Estate - 04/08/08 04:30 PM
Hello everyone,
During the month of March, 2008 there were 25 new residential listings in and around the Black Hawk and Piedmont area compared to 15 in February. The total # of homes for sale is 101 compared to 105 in February. 16 homes have sold or are under contract compared to … (0 comments)
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south dakota: Hyperion Resources: Relocation to the Elk Point, South Dakota. - 04/07/08 04:22 PM
Pondering what to write about in my blog!
In doing this I have decided to write a number of blogs about relocation to Elk Point, South Dakota and the surrounding area. I can hear you thinking!! Elk Point, South Dakota, what's there? Well! Hyperion Resources is what "will" be there. Actually, … (0 comments)
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south dakota: April 2008 Black Hills Real Estate is doing just fine. - 04/03/08 01:16 AM
Hello Everyone,
You will be pleased to know that we are experiencing a good real estate market here in the Black Hills of South Dakota. This includes towns and areas like Rapid City, Ellsworth Air Force Base, Mount Rushmore area, Custer, Sturgis, Spearfish, Hot Springs and others.
Our commercial property is going great … (0 comments)
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south dakota: Stepped Out of Comfort Zone - 03/26/08 11:47 AM
About Me:
I did my Bachelors in Business Management with an emphasis on Foreign Trade back in my home country India. I furthered my education in Computer Science upon moving here to United States.Also got certifications in website development. I developed few websites for local non profit organizations. Now I am … (6 comments)
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south dakota: Wow! Take A Look! Be on Top of The World! - 03/24/08 02:55 PM
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south dakota: Good customer service - You deserve it!!! - 03/13/08 11:06 PM
HEY REALTOR..........TREAT ME RIGHT !!! by Duane Hosek, Realtor
How many times have you gone shopping and ran into a rude or obnoxious sales person?
If you do any shopping at all, I know this has happened to you. How did you handle it?
Just walk away? Tell them they were rude? … (2 comments)
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south dakota: Thanks - 03/09/08 05:34 PM
Let's Say Thanks is doing something wonderful by allowing you to send a personal thank you to a member of the US Military. You can go to their Web site, pick a card and personalize it with your own message.
Let's Say Thanks will print the card and send it to someone … (0 comments)
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south dakota: Relocating to Rapid City South Dakota? - 03/09/08 05:32 PM
http://richardives.point2agent.com/
View RICHARD IVES REALTORS, INC. web site for Rapid City and Black Hills area information, virtual tours on homes for sale and much more. For all of your real estate needs call RICHARD IVES REALTORS, INC. at 605-391-1503 or e-mail YourSDRealtors@aol.com.
From all of us at RICHARD IVES REALTORS, INC. we wish … (0 comments)
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south dakota: Thank You - 03/06/08 06:10 PM
With the start of the new 2008 year I would like to invite all the readers of my blog to help me by sending a thank you to our military.
Let's Say Thanks is doing something wonderful by allowing you to send a personal thank you to a member of the US Military. You can … (0 comments)
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south dakota: Black Hawk, Piedmont and Central Black Hills Market Statistics February 2008 in South Dakota - 03/04/08 03:48 PM
During the month of February, 2008 there were 15 new residential listings in and around the Black Hawk and
Piedmont area compared to 10 in January. The total # of homes for sale is 105 compared to 103 in January.
And 10 homes have sold or are under contract compared to 27 … (0 comments)
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south dakota: Say Thanks to Our Military - 02/22/08 04:06 PM
With the start of the new 2008 year I would like to invite all the readers of my blog to help me by sending a thank you to our military.
Let's Say Thanks is doing something wonderful by allowing you to send a personal thank you to a member of the US Military. You can … (0 comments)
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south dakota: REAL ESTATE MARKET REPORT - SIOUX FALLS, SD - JANUARY 2008 - 02/01/08 11:38 PM
As many parts of the nation continue to see a downturn in home values, high foreclosure rates, and poor economic trends, Sioux Falls and the surrounding area appear to be the the exception to the rule. In 2007 the median home values increased 4.9% according to the REALTOR'S Association of the … (0 comments)
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south dakota: Rapid City South Dakota Dec. 2007 market statistics in the Black Hills of South Dakota - 01/24/08 12:19 AM
During the month of December, 2007 there were 52 new residential listings in and around the Rapid City area as compared to 72 last month. The total # of homes for sale is 314 as compared to 315 last month, which reflects single family homes only. And 89 homes have sold … (1 comments)
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south dakota: December 2007 Market Statistics for Ellsworth AFB in the Black Hills of South Dakota - 01/24/08 12:14 AM
During the month of December, 2007 there were 24 new residential listings in and around the Ellsworth AFB/Box Elder area compared to 16 in Nov. The total # of homes for sale is 81 compared to 66 in Nov., which reflects single family homes only. And 23 homes have sold or … (0 comments)
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south dakota: Sioux Falls Real Estate Market Report - 12/09/07 06:47 PM
Single Family home sales remain steady in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. As of November 30, 2007 there were 925 Active single family home listings in the city of Sioux Falls, South Dakota. The median price of active listings was $216,705 and have been on the market an average of 97 days. … (0 comments)
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south dakota: Let's go for a ride. Snowmobiling in Iowa, and other states in the U. S. - 12/07/07 08:44 AM
I have been snowmobiling for a number of years. This is a very fun sport that can be done by all, whether you like the back country of the Sierras or trails of the upper Midwest. There are a number of things that one should do to insure that you are … (2 comments)
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south dakota: Hill City / Central Hills South Dakota - November Market Statistics - 12/02/07 10:35 PM
During the month of November, 2007 there were 2 new residential listings in and around the Hill City area. The total # of homes for sale is 33. And 6 homes have sold or are under contract. Avg. price of a home in the Black Hills since the last report is … (0 comments)
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south dakota: In-House Tech guy? Do you need one in your real estate company? - 10/04/07 01:32 AM
Hello Everyone,
Today I had a meeting from 8 AM to 2 PM as part owner of our real estate company. It was the yearly owners planning seminar to determine our short and long term goals for our company. Had alot of good ideas and some great brainstorming, which I am sure … (5 comments)
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south dakota: First Time Flipper - PART 3 - 10/04/07 01:01 AM
Hello Everyone,
Well it has been close to 2 weeks and we are ready to move forward on this old house. This home is located at 1509 Midway Street in Rapid City, South Dakota. We have a bid of $35,000 to fix it up the way we want. We can shave probably … (0 comments)
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south dakota: Market Statistics for September 2007 in the Black Hills of South Dakota - 10/02/07 11:44 PM
Hello Everyone................Here are the real estate market statistics for September in Rapid City, Ellsworth AFB, Central Black Hills and the Piedmont and Black Hawk areas of the Black Hills.
RAPID CITY, South Dakota - During the month of September, 2007 there were 49 new residential listings in and around the Rapid City … (0 comments)
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south dakota: The 4th Quarter Stretch - Ride it out........... - 10/02/07 02:01 AM
Hello Everyone,
Well here we are in the month of October. You made it through the hot selling season which we call Summer. However, the Summer wasn't so hot for most Realtors. Sales are down, inventory is up and loans are now becoming a little more difficult for the folks who really … (5 comments)
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south dakota: Installation of Board of Realtor's Officers - 09/29/07 01:37 AM
Hello Everyone,
Our Black Hills Board of Realtors had their installation of new officers Thursday night. Great happy hour, buffett and program. After serving for 2 years with 2 left to go I started thinking how the majority of the Realtors in our Board, in my opinion, have no idea the work … (0 comments)
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south dakota: The Mobile Home King??? - 09/24/07 07:27 PM
Hello Everyone....
I had quite a month this September. I can go for months and months without listing or selling a mobile home. Then a month comes along like this and I have had 5 transactions that dealt with mobile homes in the $20,000 to $80,000 range.
The smaller homes always intrigue … (2 comments)
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south dakota: Cabella's World's Premier Outdoor Outfitter comes to the Black Hills of South Dakota - 09/20/07 05:57 PM
The city of Rapid City just voted Tuesday on allowing Cabella's Retail Center to come to the Black Hills. It will be located between Rapid City and Ellsworth AFB.
Some information from their website:
Few, if any, businesses today survive the kitchen-table dreams of their founders, especially in the outdoor industry where businesses … (0 comments)
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south dakota: First Time Flipper Part 2 - Black Hills of South Dakota - 09/18/07 08:59 PM
Per a very nice request, I am going to keep whoever may be interested up-to-date on my first time as a flipper.
So far, I just made the bid on a HUD home 2 1/2 hours before the midnight cutoff time last night. I just heard today that I won the bid … (3 comments)
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south dakota: First Time Flipper - Part 1 Putting in the bid..... - 09/18/07 01:52 AM
Today I put a bid in on a HUD home. Listed at $30K, my offer was $36,500, I can tell you this now because the bidding is over. This is my first attempt at trying to flip a home. I am nervous, but an appraiser friend of mine looked at the … (4 comments)
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south dakota: Black Hills of South Dakota Real Estate bucking the National Trend - 09/18/07 01:35 AM
Hello everyone,
Just got the statistics for our area of the Black Hills in South Dakota. It appears that home sales are continuing to rise as well as the price of homes. To the beat of about 4%. Are we in a buyers market? Yes. Lots of inventory to choose from and buyers … (0 comments)
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south dakota: Rapid City, South Dakota August Market Conditions Report - 09/04/07 12:43 AM
Rapid City is located in the beautiful Black Hills of South Dakota. We are famous for the Mount Rushmore National Monument and for the millions of pine trees that make the Hills look Black. Crazy Horse Memorial is also being carved into a mountain in this area. Our city of 72,000 … (0 comments)
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south dakota: Ellsworth AFB August 2007 Market Conditions - 09/04/07 12:09 AM
Ellsworth Air Force BaseThe "backbone" of global engagement for the 21st century
Located in South Dakota, Ellsworth is home to the 28th Bomb Wing and the B-1B Lancer aircraft. Ellsworth has a long, proud history of excellence and innovation. Our mission is to provide rapid, decisive and sustainable combat airpower and expeditionary … (0 comments)
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south dakota: The Black Hills of South Dakota - A great 2nd Home Destination - 09/02/07 10:56 PM
Hello Everyone,
I have noticed that in the last 2 or 3 years the Black Hills of South Dakota has been a destination for baby-boomers from all over the United States for their 2nd home. They usually have a home in a warmer climate like Florida, Arizona, California, New Mexico, Texas, etc. … (0 comments)
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south dakota: 6 Homes, 3 Wives and Me......... - 08/31/07 01:28 AM
Hello Everyone,
I am excited to share this tale with all of you. I wonder if anyone else has a client/friend like this?
There is a 75 year old, white haired gentleman I met on January 18,2002. He received a post card I sent out and I ended up listing his mobile home … (8 comments)
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south dakota: Thank you to all Ellsworth AFB Personnel and the entire US Military - 08/30/07 02:18 AM
Hello Everyone,
I want to thank the men, women and families of Ellsworth Air Force Base and extend it to all branches of the U.S. military. I sleep in peace everynight because of your dedication, loyalty and watchfulness. I can go where I want to go, say what I want to say, … (3 comments)
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south dakota: Should everyone be treated equal? - 08/29/07 11:01 PM
There is a new trend in Rapid City, South Dakota which I'm sure has been going on in big cities for years -- marketing to the elite, high dollar clients. Obviously the benefits of reaching this market are higher commissions and most likely more demanding clients but I still find this … (24 comments)
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south dakota: Ellsworth AFB, So. Dak. - BAH Guide - How much home you can buy. Rapid City - 08/29/07 12:19 AM
Here is a guide to how much home you would qualify for based strictly off of known Rapid City, South Dakota BAH. There is also an idea of how much home you could afford if you were to pay just an extra $100/month above your BAH. These figures are based off … (0 comments)
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south dakota: A QUESTION.....??? - 08/28/07 12:41 AM
Hello Everyone,
I am now in my 7th year as a Realtor here in the Black Hills of South Dakota. Becoming a Realtor was the best decision I have made career wise. The only thing is that I wish I would have gotten into this business at age 25 instead of 45. … (4 comments)
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south dakota: HELPING A FRIEND IN NEED........ - 08/28/07 12:27 AM
Hello everyone,
Today I worked 2 hours at the office and 6 hours helping a friend. His trailer home was totalled by softball (not baseball) sized hail a couple of weeks ago. His car was totalled, the trailer was totalled, water was pouring in during the storm through his light fixtures. Everything … (6 comments)
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south dakota: The Closing, The Paycheck and The Ledger - 08/25/07 01:25 AM
Hello everyone,
The day is here. You have a closing scheduled for 10 AM at the local title company. 30 +/- days of hard work and it all ends today at 10 AM. You sit down at the table, papers are signed, you walk out with your paycheck and head to your … (4 comments)
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south dakota: Cool - Kool Deadwood Nights 2007 - 08/25/07 12:32 AM
Hello Everyone,
It is that time of year again. Kool Deadwood Nights is happening this weekend in the town of Deadwood, South Dakota in the Black Hills of South Dakota. Here is what is going on.
Kool Deadwood Nites 2007 is scheduled for August 23-26thregistration forms coming soon!Please call 1-800-344-8826 for room reservations
Kool Deadwood Nites
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south dakota: I'm in print - Thanks Ralph! - 08/24/07 06:53 PM
Today I had a surprise visit from the UPS truck - which around my house is somewhat reminiscent of the Wells Fargo Wagon in The Music Man..."It could be curtains, or dishes, or a double boiler! Or is could be - yes it could be, somethin' special - JUST FOR ME!"
I was … (2 comments)
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south dakota: Nerves and my Bank Account - 08/24/07 01:34 AM
Hello Everyone.....
So how are your nerves and your bank account related to each other. Let me tell you a little story.
I have always been a nervous person inside. It doesn't show on the outside. I don't sweat, I don't chew my fingernails, I don't bounce my leg, walk in circles or … (7 comments)
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south dakota: Ellsworth AFB - Food and Fun for All...... - 08/24/07 12:27 AM
Hello Everyone,
The Ellsworth community gathered together to take a brief break from the grind of day-to-day life during the base picnic Aug. 20. Centrally located at the Bellamy Fitness Center, this annual family-friendly event was sponsored primarily by local businesses as a way to say thank you to active-duty Airmen, retirees, … (0 comments)
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south dakota: THANK YOU, THANK YOU, AND THANK YOU......... - 08/23/07 01:52 AM
Hello everyone,
I have only been involved with blogs during the past few months. Is this the best thing in the world or what? I have heard for a couple of years at least that blogs were the "cat's meow" and now I totally agree.
I have learned more in this blog and … (3 comments)
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south dakota: Magnets & Calendars & Pens...........OH MY !!! - 08/22/07 02:04 AM
What would Dorothy do?
All year long we are bombarded by marketing companies wanting us to buy magnets, calendars, pens, key chains, playing cards, breath mints, magazines, and 2,879 other items to give to our clients. Now that the end of the year and the Holidays are fast approaching I am getting … (4 comments)
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south dakota: Take A Realtor To Lunch....... - 08/21/07 07:33 AM
Hello Everyone,
Today I did something I wish I would do at least 2 times a week. Unfortunately, so far, I have only done it 2 times this year. I took a Realtor from another real estate company in town, and her husband to supper tonight. Had such a great time, talked … (43 comments)
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south dakota: Rapid City and Ellsworth AFB information. Everything you may need to know. - 08/21/07 02:07 AM
Rapid City is a city located in the western part of South Dakota and is the second largest city in the state of South Dakota after Sioux Falls. Set against the eastern slope of the Black Hills, Rapid City is in the county of PenningtonGR6 USA. The 2005 census estimated population … (1 comments)
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south dakota: Just another day in real estate.....Show some houses.....Save a dog !!! - 08/20/07 03:04 AM
Hello Everyone,
Yesterday (Sunday) was a first for me. I showed a young couple 6 homes for sale in the $90,000 to $129,900 price range. My kind of client. They live in an apartment and are very excited to move into their own home. After the 3rd home viewing, we came to … (0 comments)
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south dakota: Transferring to Ellsworth AFB? I can help you right now..... - 08/20/07 01:20 AM
Hello Everyone,
I want to send this out to any Air Force Personnel that are being transferred to Ellsworth AFB and to any Realtor who has a client looking for a Realtor in the Black Hills. I would like to offer my services. It doesn't matter when you will be transferred, I … (0 comments)
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south dakota: My client's house got washed away in a flood! - 08/19/07 02:43 PM
Western South Dakota has a wicked thunder storm Friday evening (Aug. 17th) but I had not idea until I read the local paper this morning that some areas had actually experienced flash floods.
I just sold a manufactured home on a permanent foundation a couple months ago on Ferguson Street in … (7 comments)
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south dakota: I REALLY NEED SOME ADVICE FROM FOLKS ON THIS ONE PLEASE........ - 08/18/07 08:40 PM
HELLO EVERYONE,
HERE IS MY SITUATION THAT I REALLY NEED SOME ADVICE ON. THE OTHER REALTOR, MY BUYERS AND THE SELLERS WOULD LIKE TO FIND AN ANSWER TO THIS AS WELL.
I HAVE A GREAT YOUNG COUPLE THAT WANT TO BUY THIS HOME THAT IS IN A SHORT SALE SITUATION. NOT YET INTO … (5 comments)
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south dakota: THERE'S A STORM A'BREWIN' - WHAT TO DO WHEN A STORM AFFECTS YOUR HOME SALE - 08/18/07 07:40 PM
HELLO EVERYONE,
THIS IS A SAMPLE OF THE SIZE OF HAIL THAT PUMMELTED PARTS OF THE BLACK HILLS LAST NIGHT. IT WAS EAST OF RAPID CITY MOSTLY. IN THE BLACKHAWK, PIEDMONT, STURGIS AREAS. MY FRIEND CALLED FROM BLACK HAWK TODAY AND SAID HE IS STAYING AT A FRIENDS PLACE FOR THE NEXT … (1 comments)
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south dakota: DO YOU FIND HOME SALES INCREASE AS WE GET CLOSER TO SCHOOL STARTING? - 08/18/07 07:24 PM
HELLO EVERYONE,
FOR THE 7 YEARS I HAVE BEEN INVOLVED IN REAL ESTATE I HAVE ALWAYS SEEN A SORT OF RUSH FOR FAMILIES TO BUY A HOME TOWARDS THE END OF SUMMER SO THEY CAN BE IN THEIR HOME AND SETTLED IN BEFORE SCHOOL STARTS. I HAVE NOT SEEN THAT THIS YEAR.
I … (5 comments)
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south dakota: A DAY AT THE FAIR......GOOD TIME TO NETWORK AND STILL HAVE FUN. - 08/18/07 07:08 PM
HELLO EVERYONE,
THE RAPID CITY CENTRAL STATES FAIR IS IN TOWN FOR THE NEXT 10 DAYS RIGHT HERE IN THE BLACK HILLS OF SOUTH DAKOTA. I LOVE GOING FOR THE MUSIC, THE CONCERTS (JOE DIFFIE & COLLIN RAYE), THE FOOD, THE CREAMPUFFS, THE MIDWAY GAMES, THE EXHIBITS, ETC. TODAY WAS SUCH A … (0 comments)
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south dakota: Homes for sale Rapid City, Box Elder, Rapid Valley and Ellsworth AFB in the Black Hills of South Dakota - 08/18/07 12:38 AM
These are homes that are available for sale as of today in the price range of $130,000 - $170,000, 3+ bedrooms, 2+ baths, 2+ car garage, 1,800+ sq. ft. and single family homes only.
Duane Hosek www.duanehosek.com
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south dakota: July Market Statistics in Rapid City, Box Elder and Ellsworth AFB in South Dakota - 08/18/07 12:14 AM
Here are the July market statistics for single family homes that have sold during the month of July, 2007 in Rapid City, Rapid Valley (suburb of Rapid City) and the Box Elder area, which is where Ellsworth AFB is located.
94 homes sold in July in these areas. Average sold price is … (0 comments)
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south dakota: ELLSWORTH AIR FORCE BASE AND THE 67TH ANNUAL STURGIS BIKE RALLY - 08/16/07 01:40 AM
HELLO EVERYONE,
Nearly 350 riders from the Ellsworth Dakota Thunder Motorcycle Club rode from Ellsworth to the 67th Annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally Aug. 7. Members of the motorcycle club had the opportunity to view and have their photos taken in front of a static display of a B-1 before leaving for their … (1 comments)
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south dakota: I HAVE NEVER TRIED SO HARD NOT TO SELL SOMETHING.......... - 08/16/07 12:58 AM
HELLO EVERYONE,
I SPENT SEVERAL HOURS TODAY WITH MY FRIEND AND POTENTIAL CLIENT SHOWING HIM A COMMERCIAL BUILDING IN DOWNTOWN RAPID CITY, SOUTH DAKOTA IN THE BLACK HILLS. AS I SAID IN THE TITLE, I HAVE NEVER TRIED SO HARD NOT TO SELL A PROPERTY TO SOMEONE.
THE PROPERTY IN QUESTION IS VERY … (6 comments)
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south dakota: ARE REALTORS OVERPAID ?? AN HONEST LOOK....... - 08/15/07 01:47 AM
HELLO EVERYONE,
I GOT PAID TODAY. YAHOO. ACTUALLY THE BIGGEST CHECK I HAVE EVER EARNED IN THE 7 YEARS I HAVE BEEN SELLING REAL ESTATE. ACTUALLY IN MY LIFE !! I USED THE WORD EARNED INSTEAD OF THE WORD RECEIVED BECAUSE REALTORS DO EARN THEIR PAY. YOU CAN GET PAID AS MUCH … (11 comments)
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south dakota: POLITE, COURTEOUS REALTORS............WISH THERE WERE MORE!!! - 08/13/07 11:58 PM
HELLO EVERYONE,
WELL MONDAY IS OVER AND THE DAY AFTER TOMORROW IS ALREADY WEDNESDAY. THAT IS THE WAY I LIKE TO LOOK AT MY WORK WEEK.
MY THOUGHTS TODAY CONCERN GOOD OL' FASHIONED COMMON COURTESY. AND SOMETIMES THE LACK THEREOF. I AM SO PROUD OF MY PARENTS FOR RAISING ME THE WAY THEY … (3 comments)
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south dakota: CUT MY COMMISSION?? SAY WHAT?? - 08/12/07 01:34 AM
Hello Everyone,
Responses to a couple of commissionectomy situations.
I list a home and sell it within a couple of days. The seller asks, "Will you cut your commission since you only had the listing a few days and didn't really spend much on advertising, time on open houses, etc.? A response, " So, … (6 comments)
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south dakota: I am out of homes to sell..........What do I do? - 08/11/07 02:55 AM
Hello Everyone,
For the first time in 7 years I am just about out of properties to sell here in the Black Hills of South Dakota. Up to this point I have always had about 20 - 30 listings on my board. I have been spoiled, I know. Land sales seem to … (6 comments)
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south dakota: ANYONE LIVE NEAR AN AIR FORCE BASE??? - 08/11/07 02:20 AM
Hello everyone. It has been a good year so far thanks, in part because of the relocation that is going on of 400-800 Air Force Personnel that are starting to trickle into Ellsworth Air Force Base here in the Black Hills of South Dakota.
I have sold 7 homes so far … (2 comments)
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south dakota: A Summer Cold in the Black Hills of South Dakota - 08/09/07 12:27 AM
IT HAS BEEN 3 WONDERFUL YEARS......BUT RIGHT NOW I HAVE A SUMMER COLD.
Is it the 1/2 million bikers and their exhaust fumes? Is it the pine tree pollen from the millions of trees we have here in the Black Hills? Did I touch someone that was willing to share their cold? … (0 comments)
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south dakota: Sturgis Bike Rally Happening Right Now in the Black Hills of South Dakota - 08/08/07 12:30 AM
Well, they are here and in force........ Over 400,000 bikers from all over the world descend on the Black Hills of South Dakota. Our ENTIRE state's population is only around 600,000. Every minute of the day or night, if you are standing outside anywhere in the Black Hills for this 8-10 … (3 comments)
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south dakota: Working with Relocation Companies in the Black Hills of South Dakota - 08/08/07 12:16 AM
Hey everyone,
Something strange has happened to me in the last 30 days. After 7 years in the business and having nothing to do with relocation companies, in the last 4 weeks, I have had 3 transactions with them. Blimey crazy don't you think. Here are my experiences.
The first one was when … (2 comments)
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south dakota: When Do you give up on a customer? Black Hills of South Dakota - 08/07/07 12:10 AM
Hello everyone,
I would love to hear from other Realtors concerning when you give up on customer. The words "give up" may not be the right choice of words. But here is where I am coming from. When I first started in the business (2000) a very successful Realtor in our company … (2 comments)
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south dakota: Black Hills Storms - 08/06/07 01:18 PM
With summer comes the fun, the sun and... the storms. I made it over 10 years since my last call to the insurance adjuster, and was really hoping for at least another 10. But last Friday I made it home just in time to hide the car in the garage and … (0 comments)
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south dakota: A Realtor with a Saturday off? What a rare opportunity in the Black Hills of So. Dak. - 08/04/07 12:14 PM
I can't believe it. But this is a Saturday and this is what I have planned for today. NOTHING !!! No appointments, now showing land, no showing homes, no meetings, no open houses, no home previewing, no expected phone calls to recieve, no scheduled phone calls to make. So today I … (3 comments)
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south dakota: My parents visiting me in the Black Hills of South Dakota - 08/04/07 12:52 AM
Hello everyone. Well it is a Friday night and the Bikers have been rolling in for the Sturgis Harley Davidson Bike Rally for the last couple of days. You can start to hear the rumble of their engines any street you turn on. Today was a beautiful day for bikers as … (0 comments)
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south dakota: Ever have one of those days in Real Estate??? A big thank you to Sue. - 08/03/07 05:11 PM
Wow.........What a day.
Started off with putting in an offer on a nice home. Several phone calls from buyers and sellers. Water test needed on a log home I sold this week. Review home inspection report from a previous buyer. More phone calls. A quick lunch with a friend at Pizza Hut. … (0 comments)
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south dakota: Working with a happy buyer in the Black Hills of South Dakota - 08/02/07 08:33 PM
I had a great day today. This was because once in awhile you run across a buyer who is so excited to "go shopping" for a home. I have been in communication with this buyer from Alaska via e-mail for the last 3 months. She finally made it to the Black … (2 comments)
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