st louis real estate: How to buy a house in St. Louis - 08/15/08 04:03 PM
How to buy a house in St. Louis?
This is a quick blog post on the topic of buying a house in St. Louis.
Its not really about "how to" but more about "should you".
Is now a good time?
Absolutely.
sort of. Buying your first home in St. Louis is … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: St. Louis Real Estate - Building Inspection - Termites - 08/12/08 04:26 PM
TERMITE INSPECTIONS FOR REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS by Harry Morrell, Allied Building Inspections LLC
A full building inspection for a house involved in a Real Estate transaction does not necessarily mean that a termite inspection is included. Inspectors must have a special license in the state of Missouri to inspect for termites. … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: St. Louis Real Estate - Home Staging - To Stage or NOT - 08/10/08 08:26 AM
To Stage...Or Not to Stage...That is the Question, for Home Sellers and Listing Agents by Sue Rector, We Stage St. Louis.
Clutter...Too Much Furniture...Personalized Wall Colors and Patterns...Those Collectibles...
In this market, anything and everything needs to be done to give your house the edge, whether you are the Seller or the Listing … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: St. Louis Mortgage News - Housing Assistance Tax Act of 2008 pt 2 - 08/05/08 09:22 PM
Credit for First-Time Home-buyers by Chris Scheer, Cornerstone Mortgage, O'Fallon, MO
The single largest provision in the Housing Act is a measure allowing taxpayers buying their first home to take a tax credit of up to $7,500 of the purchase price. Qualified home-buyers can subtract the credit amount from their federal … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: Creve Coeur Home -- Sprawling private lot with mature foliage! - 08/04/08 04:44 PM
474 Runnymede DriveCreve Coeur, MO 63141$539,9001/2 acre lot, backs to golf course
FOR A FREE 24 HOUR AUDIO TOUR ON THIS HOME AND UP-TO-THE-MINUTE- PRICING, CALL 1-800-573-5276 EXT. 332
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Fabulous ranch style home on acre lot, abounding with mature trees and golf course view. Wonderful open floor plan, gorgeous … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: St. Louis County TOWNHOME - End Unit, plentiful space! - 08/03/08 07:13 PM
13023 Ray Trog CourtSt. Louis, MO 63146$250,000FABULOUS TOWN HOME - END UNIT
FOR A FREE 24 HOUR AUDIO TOUR ON THIS HOME AND UP-TO-THE-MINUTE- PRICING, CALL 1-800-573-5276 EXT. 317
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Welcome home to this spacious townhome with the sought after Woodfield floor plan. You'll be greeted with a marble floors … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: Chesterfield Condo -- 3 years NEW with vaulted ceilings & LOCATION! LOCATION! - 08/03/08 06:49 PM
#6 Monarch Trace, Unit # 303Chesterfield, MO 63017$200,000
FOR A FREE 24 HOUR AUDIO TOUR ON THIS HOME AND UP-TO-THE-MINUTE- PRICING, CALL 1-800-573-5276 EXT. 330
Gorgeous 3rd floor unit boasts hardwood entry, lovely Living room with vaulted ceiling & French Doors leading to covered deck with view of trees & common … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: St. Louis CONDO in Westport Crossing - Fresh, Clean, Updated!!! - 08/03/08 06:28 PM
11607 MISTY MOSS LANEST. LOUIS, MO 63146$145,000THE VALUE IN WESTPORT CROSSING!!!
FOR A FREE 24 HOUR AUDIO TOUR ON THIS HOME AND UP-TO-THE-MINUTE- PRICING, CALL 1-800-573-5276 EXT. 365Fabulous townhome in desirable Westport Crossing. So many updates, ready for you to move right in! July 2008 Improvements: Freshly painted interior, Updated lighting, … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: Wildwood home on 3 Acres - Updated 4 bedroom home, Fabulous lot! - 08/03/08 05:55 PM
1865 Shiloh Woods, Wildwood, MO 63005$550,000
FOR A FREE 24 HOUR AUDIO TOUR ON THIS HOME AND UP-TO-THE-MINUTE- PRICING, CALL 1-800-573-5276 EXT. 328
Fabulous 4 bedroom home on 3 acres with lovely pond in front yard. Serene setting from a stunning wrap around porch with new ceiling fans & … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: St. Louis Mortgage News - 2008 B Rates - 08/03/08 04:44 PM
Here we go! by Chris Scheer, Cornerstone Mortgage, O'Fallon MO
It is actually going to happen! The new rates for the 2008B are as follows:
CAL for Government loans 6.9%
NON CAL for Government loans 6.45%CAL for Conventional loans 7.3%NON CAL for Conventional loans 6.85%
The window for reservations will open at 8 … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: Charming brick bungalow in Glendale Missouri - 07/31/08 10:29 PM
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st louis real estate: Seller Be Aware... Is your home the "old house" Nickname Series Part Four - 07/30/08 12:07 PM
When I take Buyers around to view homes they often give the homes "pet" names. Thanks Gary, I needed a new term for it!
The first of these homes was the "stinky house"
The second "The cluttered house"
And the third "The … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: New Buyers - Gathering their information from the start! - 07/30/08 01:33 AM
I was reading another blog this evening and it discussed questions to ask a new client. That made me think of what we do when meet with a client for the first time. This is not the "What are you looking for in a home" approach.
It allows us to gather … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: Seller Be Aware... Is your home the "Rooster House" Nickname Series Part Three - 07/29/08 01:16 PM
When taking out my Buyer clients I realized they very often gave the homes they saw a nickname. In the first of this series I addressed "The Stinky house"
The second post is about the "Cluttered House"
In this post I will be addressing the "Rooster … (1 comments)
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st louis real estate: Seller Be Aware... Is your home the "cluttered house" Nickname Series Part Two - 07/28/08 08:30 PM
When taking out my Buyer clients I realized they very often gave the homes they saw a nickname. In the first of this series I addressed "The Stinky house" This post is about the "Cluttered House"
The Garage
I had a client that had a large three car garage, a … (1 comments)
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st louis real estate: Keep in touch with Past Clients & Building Referral-based Business - 07/24/08 10:11 PM
I spent a couple days at a conference for a national group I belong to of top realtors around the country. It was a terrific 2 days discussing the use of technology to automate and grow your real estate in today's market.
Here are some of the things Top Agents are … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: St. Louis Mortgage News - What Was I Thinking - 07/23/08 09:08 PM
What was I thinking? by Chris Scheer, Cornerstone Mortgage, O'Fallon, MO
The wonderful thing about interest rates is that you never can truly predict what direction they are heading in. For those of you that read my last post about rates going down, you at this point think I am a … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: St. Louis Real Estate - 07/23/08 05:01 PM
What is everyone's opinion on the real estate market here in St. Louis?
St. Louis real estate never really experienced major price inflations. Areas like Phoenix, San Diego, etc., were certainly more impacted, but I am just curious what some agents are seeing this last quarter with their listings.
How does … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: St. Louis Mortgage News - Goodbye Tiny Dancer - 07/14/08 07:26 PM
Goodbye Countrywide and Goodbye to their step brother Indy Mac by Chris Scheer, Cornerstone Mortgage, O'Fallon, MO
The Federal Reserve stepped in and took over Indy Mac bank on Friday.
This comes as no shock to members of the mortgage industry as recently Indy Mac announced it was ceasing its retail … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: As you review Jan-June, what will you change for 2nd half of the year business? - 07/09/08 10:12 AM
I'm in a national group of technology savvy realtors. This question was proposed in our Google Group and it has made me thing and evaluate my own business.
•· What is working?
•· What needs improvement?
•· Do we really want to work with sellers when listings … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: St. Louis Mortgage News - The View From 30,000 Feet - 07/05/08 11:16 AM
St. Louis Real Estate Voice guest editor Chris Scheer takes a look back at the past 12 months of the mortgage industry and a hopeful look forward.
As a buyer, seller, or investor, how do you feel about the mortgage mess and how has it affected your home purchase plans? … (1 comments)
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st louis real estate: Mehlville MO Real Estate - Market Snapshot - 07/04/08 11:55 AM
Successfully pricing homes in the Mehlville Missouri Real Estate market. by Doug Aegerter, Keller Williams Realty Southwest.
The St. Louis Home For Sale Team is resuming neighborhood snapshot reports and this is the sixth in the current series, featuring Mehlville, MO.
The Mehlville MO Market Snapshot reviews the Mehlville Missouri Real Estate market during the past six months and … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: Leased Rental Investment Property for sale in St Louis (636) 795-4956 - 07/04/08 09:47 AM
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st louis real estate: Home for sale in St Louis $77,000 (636) 795-4956 - 07/04/08 09:31 AM
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st louis real estate: Oakville MO Market Snapshot - 07/03/08 08:33 PM
Successfully pricing homes in the Oakville Missouri Real Estate market. by Doug Aegerter, Keller Williams Realty Southwest.
The St. Louis Home For Sale Team is resuming neighborhood snapshot reports and this is the fifth in the current series, featuring Oakville, MO.
The Oakville MO Market Snapshot reviews the Oakville Missouri Real Estate market during the past six months and … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: Leased Rental Property For Sale in St Louis, Missouri - 07/03/08 11:31 AM
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st louis real estate: St. Louis Real Estate - Market Snapshot - Affton MO - 07/02/08 01:22 PM
Successfully pricing homes in the Affton Missouri Real Estate market. by Doug Aegerter, Keller Williams Realty Southwest.
The St. Louis Home For Sale Team is resuming neighborhood snapshot reports and this is the forth in the current series, featuring Affton, MO.
The Affton Market Snapshot reviews the Affton Missouri Real Estate market during the past six months and touches upon … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: St. Louis Real Estate - Market Snapshot - Webster Groves MO - 07/01/08 05:41 PM
Successfully pricing homes in the Webster Groves Missouri Real Estate market. by Doug Aegerter, Keller Williams Realty Southwest.
The St. Louis Home For Sale Team is resuming neighborhood snapshot reports and this is the third in the current series, featuring Webster Groves, MO.
The Webster Groves Market Snapshot reviews the Webster Groves Missouri Real Estate market during the past six months … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: St. Louis Real Estate - Market Snapshot - Kirkwood MO - 06/30/08 08:27 PM
Successfully pricing homes in the Kirkwood Missouri Real Estate market. by Doug Aegerter, Keller Williams Realty Southwest.
The St. Louis Home For Sale Team is resuming neighborhood snapshot reports and here is the second in the current series, featuring Kirkwood, MO.
The Kirkwood Market Snapshot reviews the Kirkwood Missouri Real Estate market during the past six months and … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: St. Louis Real Estate - Market Snapshot - Fenton MO - 06/28/08 09:42 PM
Successfully pricing homes in the Fenton Missouri Real Estate market. by Doug Aegerter, Keller Williams Realty Southwest.
While Art is off drowning worms somewhere and the Weekly Market Report is MIA, I'm filling in with a Market Snapshot for the Fenton, MO residential home market.
The St. Louis Home For Sale … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: Relocating To St. Louis - Can you afford not to? - 06/24/08 03:31 PM
This morning, while I was reading various blogs, I came across a post that Stewart Penn wrote called, "How Far Will My Salary Go In Another City" and it got me to thinking, "Why do people continue to live in these high cost cities?"
I'm sure that the number one answer … (10 comments)
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st louis real estate: St. Louis Real Estate - Mortgage News - FHA takes the gloves off - 06/18/08 05:22 PM
FHA Lifts 90 Waiting Period by Chris Scheer, Cornerstone Mortgage, O'Fallon, MO
In a move to help get foreclosures off the books of lenders quicker and help avoid deterioration of properties that have been foreclosed upon the Department of Housing and Urban Development has lifted their ban on writing a contract … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: St. Louis Real Estate - Mortgage News - Foreclosure - 06/16/08 08:49 PM
Summer is almost here! by Chris Scheer, Cornerstone Mortgage, O'Fallon, MO
After spending 5 of the last 7 days on the golf course, I realized (not for the first time) that my future is not in professional golf. Thus I am resigned to continuing to help people achieve the American Dream … (2 comments)
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st louis real estate: Weekly Single Family Home Market Report - City of St Louis - June 13, 2008 - 06/14/08 10:22 AM
Following is my market report for single family residential homes in the city of St Louis (Areas 1,2,3). These statistics were gathered from the local Multiple Listing Service and are provided as a service to the public:
There are 1838 total Active listings on the market.
264 listings Sold in the … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: "Help, I've Fallen And I Can't Get Up!" - Rebuilding Credit After A Bankruptcy - 06/12/08 02:08 PM
"Help! I've fallen and I can't get up!" While better known from the Lifealert commercials, it's also something that folks who for one reason or the other have had to declare bankruptcy know a little something about.
The reasons that a person declares bankruptcy are varied and can include a nasty … (44 comments)
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st louis real estate: FHA Financing in St. Louis - 06/11/08 04:58 PM
As 100% financing options are becoming a thing of the past in the conventional financing market, FHA is becoming a more prominent financing mechanism for people buying a home in the St. Louis Real Estate Market. Some of the reasons people typically do not want to use HUD financing is they believe … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: St. Louis Real Estate Market Conditions - 06/10/08 03:17 PM
Are you thinking about buying a home or possibly selling one and are curious about what exactly is really going on in the St. Louis real estate market?
If you turn on the television, it's hard to judge. According to the national media, it's still all doom and gloom (though houses … (2 comments)
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st louis real estate: St. Louis Real Estate - Building Inspection - The Report - 06/02/08 07:53 PM
UNDERSTANDING THE REPORT by Harry Morrell, Allied Building Inspection, ASHI Certified Inspector
Home inspection reports have made dramatic changes from its earliest beginnings of 25-30 years ago to now. Although there still are old time inspectors providing hand written check lists type reports, most of today's inspectors provide comprehensive computer generated … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: St. Louis Real Estate - Home Staging - Eye of the Tiger - 05/27/08 08:37 PM
The Buyer's Eye by Sue Rector, ASP Stager, HomeStaging Innovations, LLC
The Buyer's Eye...that is what every home seller wants to attract! Home Staging is all about attracting the Buyer's Eye.
In all types of real estate markets, but especially in a market as we have currently, home sellers must do … (1 comments)
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st louis real estate: St. Louis Real Estate - Mortgage News - Live Talk - 05/19/08 12:04 PM
Someone Finally Heard the Message! by Chris Scheer, Branch Manager, Cornerstone Mortgage, O'Fallon, MO
Stop the presses! After attempting to brand myself as "Your Residential Lending Expert" for over the past 2 years, one of my past clients has finally heard the message. Dave Simons who hosts the "Dollars and Sense" … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: Weekly Single Family Home Market Report - City of St Louis - May 16, 2008 - 05/16/08 10:55 AM
Following is my weekly market report for single family homes in the city of St Louis (Areas 1,2,3). These statistics were gathered from the local Multiple Listing Service and are provided on this page as a service to the public:
There are 1822 total Active Listings.
237 listings Sold in the … (1 comments)
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st louis real estate: St. Louis Real Estate - Mortgage News - Declining Market 2 - 05/13/08 08:20 PM
Declining Markets Part 2 by Chris Scheer, Branch Manager, Cornerstone Mortgage, O'Fallon, MO
So what defines a "Declining Market?" Some investors have taken their large paintbrush out and if an area; county, city or zip code has seen their average sales price drop in the last quarter; they are calling it … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: St. Louis Real Estate - Market Watch - May 12th, 2008 - 05/11/08 02:13 PM
Hey, it's MOTHERS DAY, Art's out of town, and mom's on a dial up.
Check back Tuesday for your copy of the market report.
Meanwhile, be nice to your mom.
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st louis real estate: St. Louis Real Estate - Mortgage News - Going Down - 05/10/08 10:33 AM
Lock and Load! by Chris Scheer, Branch Manager, Cornerstone Mortgage, O'Fallon MO
Well the Federal Reserve has lowered short term interest rates once again and if you believe the written statement coming out of the meeting, they are finished lowering interest rates. The "inflation" boogeyman is haunting them as well it should … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: St. Louis Real Estate - Mortgage News - Declining Markets - 05/10/08 10:15 AM
Declining Markets by Chris Scheer, Branch Manager, Cornerstone Mortgage, O'Fallon, MO
As the foreclosures and short sales begin to take effect on the housing market one of the single biggest changes that is occurring is the dreaded "Declining Market" label attached to a property in the appraisal. I have seen investors make … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: St. Louis Real Estate - Building Inspection - New Construction - 05/09/08 08:39 PM
NEW CONSTRUCTION INSPECTIONS by Harry Morrell ASHI Certified Inspector, Allied Building Inspection
For those buyers that are considering a new home purchase and believe the home inspection should be waived just because it is a new home, BEWARE. There are many circumstances to consider when buying a new home relating … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: New Prices on Two St Louis City Homes - 05/08/08 12:53 PM
I've just secured new list prices on two homes in St louis City!
The first one is 3406 Dunnica Ave. We are now at $70,000 for this really cute South City Bungalow located just a block from new construction and all the South Grand redevelopment. For more information, please visit: www.3406DunnicaAve.com
This adorable cottage … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: "Green" Townhome In Tower Grove South Sells! - 05/07/08 08:41 PM
A new construction townhome (3327 Gustine, 63116) was recorded as "SOLD" in the MLS last week. It's located at the corner of McDonald and Gustine in Tower Grove South, the neighborhood in which I live. This is exciting, as I have been watching the progress on this one since last autumn … (1 comments)
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st louis real estate: CRS Book Advertising Update Time - 05/07/08 10:41 AM
For all you CRS designation holders out there - I would appreciate your opinions...
I just received the email from the Council of Residential Specialists about updating our profiles and ordering advertising space in the 2009 CRS Membership Freferral Directoryy and Online Directory. I've always just had the standard listing in the book (free), but … (2 comments)
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st louis real estate: St. Louis Real Estate - Home Staging - Paint - 04/30/08 09:11 PM
Interior Walls...Color Them Cozy! by Sue Rector ASP Stager, HomeStaging Innovations, LLC
As an ASP (Accredited Staging Professional) Home Stager, I am asked frequently at Staging Consultations....Do you think we need to repaint?...and...What color should we use?
In terms of dollars, painting is a considerably "low" investment that a Home Seller can make … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: Today in St Louis - April 23, 2008 - 04/23/08 09:53 PM
It was downright warm today. I broke down and used the air conditioning in the car on the way to an appointment - I didn't want to sweat through my shirt. Don't get me wrong, I love warm weather, but today seemed more like early summer than spring...
This evening before dark … (1 comments)
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st louis real estate: My Career of Real Estate Sales in St Louis - Tim Tanz, Realtor - 04/22/08 08:45 PM
I went on a listing appointment this evening, and I knew the seller would have questions about my sales career in real estate; so this afternoon I sat down and compiled a list of all the homes I have sold since I became a Realtor in 1997. I've been wanting to … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: Today in St Louis - April 21, 2008 - 04/21/08 10:08 PM
This evening we went bike riding over at Horseshoe Lake in Illinois. It's just right across the Mississippi River from St Louis. We're just getting into the biking thing, and I don't really like it when the trails are overcrowded. It was great. We passed people fishing on the lake, but the … (1 comments)
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st louis real estate: Citigroup, The Nation's Largest Bank, Showing Losses - 04/21/08 08:45 PM
The following article was provided by Dennis Horman, Senior Mortgage Consultant with Fidelity Mortgage Capital:
"First quarter of 2008 for Citigroup, results in $5.1 billion loss after hefty write-downs.
During the first quarter Citigroup, Inc. lost $5.1 billion and will eliminate 9,000 more jobs.
The write downs related to mortgages and turmoil in the credit markets … (1 comments)
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st louis real estate: April 19, 2007 - 17 Year Anniversary - 04/20/08 11:02 AM
Yesterday, Saturday April 19, was a milestone in our lives. We celebrated our anniversary of 17 years together. I know many people don't want to hear about it - a gay couple celebrating their anniversary - but I am proud that Dennis and I have made it this long. And part … (17 comments)
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st louis real estate: New Price on Cute Holly Hills Ranch - 04/20/08 10:27 AM
We've just secured a price adjustment on 6409 Lavernell Ct. We are now listed at $169,900.
They don't come much cuter that this Holly Hills ranch & the location doesn't get much better, either - a cul-de-sac street within walking distance of Carondelet Park. The covered front porch welcomes you into … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: Weekly Condo/Loft Market Report - City of St Louis - April 19, 2008 - 04/20/08 10:02 AM
Following is the Weekly Condo/Loft Market Report for the City of St Louis. These statistics were gathered from the local Multiple Listing Service:
There are 859 total Active listings.
37 listings Sold in the last 30 days.
The average Days on Market (DOM) was 197.
There were 33 new Active listings on the market this … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: Weekly Single Family Home Market Report - City of St Louis - April 19, 2008 - 04/20/08 09:40 AM
Following is the weekly Single Family Home Market Report for the City of St Louis (Areas 1,2,3). These statistics were gathered from the local Multiple Listing Service:
There are 1827 total Active listings on the market.
178 listings Sold in the last 30 days.
The average days on the market (DOM) was 115.
There are … (1 comments)
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st louis real estate: Grand South Grand House and Garden Tour - 04/16/08 10:38 PM
This weekend hosts the Grand South Grand House and Garden Tour. It is being held from 11 am to 5 pm on Saturday and Sunday. This tour features homes in the Compton Heights, Tower Grove East, Shaw, Tower Grove Heights and Compton Hill Reservoir Square neighborhoods.
Tickets are $15 in advance … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: Today in St Louis - April 15, 2008 - 04/15/08 09:21 PM
The dreaded tax day has come and gone. I find it interesting that some people (like me) worry about getting everything turned in on time and paying what's owed while others don't file at all. I had a closing last week with a buyer who hadn't filed his last three years … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: Washington Mutual Makes Big Announcement - 04/13/08 11:14 AM
The following comes from a loan officer friend of mine:
Washington Mutual makes big announcement!!
On Tuesday, Washington Mutual announced it is closing all 184 of it stand alone home loan centers across the country. In the process they will lay off 3,000 employees. They will also stop making loans through mortgage brokers … (1 comments)
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st louis real estate: Weekly Condo/Loft Market Report - City of St Louis - April 11, 2008 - 04/12/08 07:36 PM
Following is the weekly market report for single family residential homes in the city of St Louis (Areas 1,2,3). These statistics were gathered from the local Multiple Listing Service:
We had 845 total Active listings.
41 listings Sold in the past 30 days.
Our average days on market (DOM) was 164.
There were 60 new … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: Weekly Single Family Home Market Report - City of St Louis - April 11, 2008 - 04/12/08 07:19 PM
Following is the weekly market report for single family residential homes in the city of St Louis (Areas 1,2,3). These statistics were gathered from the local Multiple Listing Service:
We have 1803 total Active listings.
179 listings Sold in the last 30 days.
Our average days on market (DOM) is 116.
There were 148 new … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: New Price on Stunning Tower Grove Heights Home - 04/12/08 11:09 AM
We've just secured a price adjustment on this stunning home in Tower Grove Heights. For more information and virtual tour, please visit: http://www.3881mcdonaldave.com/.
This jewel in Tower Grove Heights is a stunning mix of original features & modern design. Richly detailed fireplace mantels, beautiful working pocket doors, transom windows, elaborate wrought-iron vents, & … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: Today in St Louis - April 8, 2008 - 04/08/08 09:27 PM
We've just secured a price adjustment on my listing at 3406 Dunnica Ave. We are now listed at $74,900. In addition to paying for a home warranty, the seller is also including the washer and dryer, and the lawnmower. For more information on this cute home located a block from Keystone … (1 comments)
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st louis real estate: Weekly Condo/Loft Market Report - City of St Louis - April 4, 2008 - 04/08/08 08:52 PM
Following is the weekly market report for single family homes in the City of St Louis (areas 1,2,3). These statistics were gathered from the local Multiple Listing Service:
There were 831 total Active lisings on the market. The average days on market was 209.
There were 26 new Active listings on the market, … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: Weekly Single Family Home Market Report - City of St Louis - April 4, 2008 - 04/08/08 08:36 PM
Following is the weekly market report for single family homes in the City of St Louis (areas 1,2,3). These statistics were gathered from the local Multiple Listing Service:
There were 1773 total active listings on the market. Our average days on market is 117.
There were 147 new active listings, with List prices … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: The Sun is Out! - 04/06/08 01:49 PM
It is a gorgeous Sunny day in St. Charles County, Missouri. I'm in an open house but the home is gorgeous and the breakfast area has doors leading to the circular shaped patio so that I can watch the front door and catch the sunshine. It is a great home you … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: Removing Limiting Beliefs - Today in St Louis - April 2, 2008 - 04/02/08 10:52 PM
In our March 26 Mastermind class we discussed the 5th attitude of a high achiever, from the Keller Williams Power Perspectives Session. This fifth attitude is: removing limiting beliefs. High achievers constantly work to reduce/overcome their limiting beliefs. Just because they have a fear of something, they do not let that fear … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: Adjusted Price On This Great Home in St Louis - 04/02/08 10:04 PM
We've just secured a price adjustment on 4208 Cleveland Ave, a wonderful 4 bedroom 2 bath home in the Shaw neighborhood. We are now listed at $249,900. For more information, you can visit: http://www.4208Clevelandave.com/.
If you love space and amenities, this is the home for you! Within a block of the Botanical … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: Today in St Louis - April 1, 2008 - 04/01/08 08:47 PM
Happy April Fools Day, Everyone! Cardinals are playing again tonight, after the game was rained out last night. Our friends, Kim and Gary, have just called to let us know they hit a home run. I hope they win.
At our March 19 Mastermind class at the office we covered the 4th … (3 comments)
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st louis real estate: St. Louis Real Estate - Home Inspection - Legalize - 04/01/08 05:42 PM
THE LEGALITIES OF HOME INSPECTIONS by Harry Morrell, ASHI Certified Inspector, Allied Building Inspections
Sellers and most always buyers are somewhat confused or do not understand the legality of Real Estate transaction home inspections in the state of Missouri. First and foremost a real estate transaction inspection, whether it be a full building … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: Today in St Louis - March 30, 2008 - 03/31/08 09:26 PM
My three open houses on the Big Big Tour went well yesterday. We had 18 people through on 3881 McDonald Ave, 16 through on 6409 Lavernell Ct, and nearly 30 on 4208 Cleveland Ave. It was a four hour open house, so it was a long afternoon. The weather forecasts called … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: Ninth Annual Big Big Tour - Sun, March 30 - 12-4 pm - 03/29/08 10:43 AM
The Big Big Tour kicks off the spring home buying season. Join St Louis' only free, City-wide, City-focused home tour this Sunday, March 30.
Tours begin at Central Reform Congregation, 5020 Waterman @ Kingshighway at 1:00 am, and is kicked off by a free homebuyer's Fair. Detailed program and maps for the … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: Feds Cuts The Rates - Does This Mean Mortgage Rates Will Be Lower? - 03/28/08 10:00 PM
"There seems to be a lot of confusion for the general public of what it means when they hear that the Federal Reserve has just cut interest rates. This confusion is also not helped by all the mortgage companies that are advertising to call them because the Feds have just cut … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: Weekly Condo/Loft Market Report - City of St Louis - March 21, 2008 - 03/28/08 09:35 PM
Following is the weekly market report for Condo/Lofts in the city of St Louis (areas 1,2,3). These statistics were gathered from the local multiple listing service.
There are 837 total Active Listings on the market.
There were 34 new Active listings, with List prices ranging from $87,900 to $980,000.
13 listings went under contract … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: Weekly Single Family Home Market Report - City of St Louis - March 28, 2008 - 03/28/08 09:22 PM
Following is the weekly market report for single family homes in the city of St Louis (areas 1,2,3). These statistics were gathered from the local multiple listing service.
There were 1761 Total Active Listings on the market.
There were 117 new Active listings, with List prices ranging from $14,900 to $2,350,000.
31 listings went … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: St. Charles Parks - 03/25/08 12:29 PM
As I took my walk this morning, despite the overcast, I couldn't help thinking how lucky we are to have such great parks in St. Charles County. We were walking through Quail Ridge park with our two best pals a Gordon Setter, and a Samoyed. They just love the park especially … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: Looking for Open Houses? - 03/24/08 04:43 PM
Spring was just last week and this week promises some good weather. Sunday Open Houses should be great! If you are looking for an open house go to our website at http://www.trails2openspaces.com/. Click on "Just For Buyers" then "Recommended for Buyers" then "Find Open Houses Fast". Put in your criteria for … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: Hud Raises New FHA, Conforming Loan Limits - 03/24/08 03:29 PM
New loan limits for FHA and Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are now calculated at 125 percent of the HUD published median prices with a floor of $271,050 and $417,000 respectively not to exceed $729,750. Want to know more about what this means to you and your FHA loan? Contact our … (1 comments)
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st louis real estate: St. Louis Real Estate - Home Staging - BLING - 03/23/08 09:44 AM
Home Staging...It's NOT Just About Vacant Houses!
Home Staging is the process of preparing a home for sale, regardless of price, location, or condition (Barb Schwarz, Creator of the Staging Concept).
From my experience as an Accredited Staging Professional (ASP), I continually receive inquiries for Home Staging Services, predominantly for vacant homes. I … (2 comments)
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st louis real estate: Weekly Condo/Loft Market Report - City of St Louis - March 21, 2008 - 03/21/08 11:30 AM
Following is the weekly market report for Condo/Lofts in the city of St Louis (Areas 1,2,3) for the week of March 21, 2008. These statistics were gathered from the local multiple listing service:
There are 818 Active Condo/Loft listings in St Louis.
Of those, 38 are new Active listings, with List prices ranging … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: Weekly Single Family Home Market Report - City of St Louis - March 21, 2008 - 03/21/08 11:22 AM
Following is the weekly market report for single family residential homes in the city of St Louis (Areas 1,2,3) for the week of March 21, 2008. These statistics were gathered from the local multiple listing service:
There are 1,748 Active residential listings on the market.
Of those, 102 are new Active listings, with … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: St. Louis Real Estate - Mortgage News - The NEW King - 03/19/08 08:44 PM
FHA is the King! The top Dog!
The new economic stimulus package has allowed HUD to raise its maximum loan amounts for FHA loans depending upon the county of the property. For those in the St. Louis, Missouri area, that means we now can do an FHA loan for up to $281,250. … (1 comments)
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st louis real estate: Agent Open Houses - Beneficial or a Waste of Time? - 03/18/08 09:11 PM
I held an Agent Open House today on my listing on 6409 Lavernell Ct. I sat there for three hours (11 -2), and did not have one single agent show up. True, weather was pretty lousy - not cold, but rainy - we're actually under flood warnings in the St Louis … (6 comments)
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st louis real estate: St. Louis Real Estate - Mortgage News - 100% - 03/18/08 08:33 PM
The End of 100%!In the ever changing landscape of lending, we had the latest and most significant change take place this past Monday. All of the Private Mortgage Insurance Companies announced that they would no longer issue mortgage insurance on any loan with a loan to value greater than 97%. On … (1 comments)
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st louis real estate: Today in St Louis - March 17, 2008 - 03/17/08 10:26 PM
Happy St Pat's Day! It was kind of a dreary-looking one, but at least the rain held off until tonight. Most of the rain is expected from tonight on, and from the sounds of it, it will be measured in inches - so a soggy next few days.
That's not good news … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: St Pat's Day in St Louis - March 17, 2008 - 03/16/08 09:17 PM
A huge celebration in St. Louis is the 25th annual Ancient Order of Hibernians St. Patrick's Day Parade, tomorrow (Monday, March 17). The parade, an annual St. Louis tradition, passes through one of St. Louis city's oldest Irish neighborhoods beginning at 12:30 p.m. south of the Tamm Avenue overpass at Oakland … (1 comments)
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st louis real estate: Weekly Condo/Loft Market Report - City of St Louis - March 14, 2008 - 03/16/08 08:53 PM
Following is the weekly market report for condos and lofts in the city of St Louis (Areas 1,2,3). These statistics were gathered from the local multiple listing service of which I am a subscriber:
There were 35 new Active listings, with List prices ranging from $82,400 to $557,000.
9 listings went under contract, … (1 comments)
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st louis real estate: Weekly Single Family Home Market Report - City of St Louis - March 14, 2008 - 03/16/08 08:45 PM
Following is the weekly market report for single family homes in the city of St Louis (Areas 1,2,3). These statistics were gathered from the local multiple listing service, of which I am a subscriber:
There were 117 new active listings, with List prices ranging from $24,900 to $925,000.
27 listings went under contract (Contingent/Option), … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: 6409 Lavernell Ct - New Listing in St Louis City - 03/13/08 08:52 PM
6409 Lavernell Ct, St Louis, MO 63116
MLS: 80015153
Listed at $175,000.
This is a great 3 bedroom, 2 bath ranch in South City. Following are the marketing remarks I have used in my marketing materials for this home:
They don't come much cuter that this Holly Hills ranch & the location doesn't get much … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: Is paying extra for Realtor.com enhanced listings worth it? - 03/12/08 10:33 PM
I have a seller who is wanting to see more pictures and text on his Realtor.com listing. I already have uploaded the virtual tour (www.realestateshows.com) to the site, but he feels that's not enough. I've contacted Realtor.com, and I fall into the 11-25 listing category (I know, I historically haven't been … (12 comments)
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st louis real estate: Today in St Louis - March 10, 2008 - 03/10/08 10:24 PM
Dennis turns 45 today. Happy Birthday, Dennis!
I secured two price adjustments this weekend. 4208 Cleveland Ave is now listed at $259,900 from $269,900. Visit www.4208ClevelandAve.com for more information and pics of this wonderful 4 bedroom, 2 bath home in Shaw neighborhood. 3406 Dunnica is now listed at $79,900 from $84,900. For … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: Weekly Condo/Loft Market Report - City of St Louis - March 7, 2008 - 03/08/08 08:37 PM
Following is the weekly market report for Condo/Lofts in the City of St Louis (Areas 1,2,3). These statistics were gathered from the local multiple listing service:
There were 43 new Active listings on the market, with List prices ranging from $75,000 to $485,500.
10 listings went under contract (Contingent/Option), with List prices ranging … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: Weekly Single Family Home Market Report - City of St Louis - March 7, 2008 - 03/08/08 08:26 PM
Following is the weekly market report for single family homes in the City of St Louis (Areas 1,2,3). These statistics were gathered from the local multiple listing service:
There were 122 new Active listings that went on the market, with List prices ranging from $23,000 to $1,195,000.
25 listings went under contract (Contingent/Option), … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: New Listing in St Louis - 3881 McDonald Ave, 63116 - 03/04/08 07:56 PM
I've just listed this great home in Tower Grove Heights, located just south of beautiful Tower Grove Park and steps from the Grand South Grand Shopping and Dining District. 3881 McDonald Ave - ML# 80013353 - Offered at $259,900.
Following are the marketing remarks we are using for the multiple listing service, … (0 comments)
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st louis real estate: St. Louis Real Estate - Home Staging - Internet Marketing - 03/03/08 03:30 PM
St. Louis Home Staging and Marketing Your Home on the Internet.... What's the Connection??? What's the Connection???What sells a house? OLD Conventional Wisdom said...Price, Location, and Condition.But times have changed with the use of the Internet being the primary means and essential part of marketing houses in this country, as well as … (2 comments)
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st louis real estate: St. Louis Relocation Package - 03/03/08 09:46 AM
If you are considering relocating to St. Louis - you couldn't make a better choice! In assembling an E-Relocation
Package I wanted to put together the links in one convenient spot.
Information on utility connections and links to their website can be found in The St. Louis Connection
A map of St Louis County … (4 comments)
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st louis real estate: Show Me Missouri - 03/03/08 08:47 AM
Here are some facts about the great state of Missouri and the beautiful City of St. Louis … (2 comments)
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st louis real estate: Weekly Condo/Loft Market Report - City of St Louis - February 29, 2008 - 02/29/08 11:17 AM
Following is the weekly Condo/Loft Market Report for the City of St Louis (areas 1,2,3). These statistics were gathered from the local Multiple Listing Service (MLS).
There were 33 new Active listings, with List prices ranging from $42,000 to $500,000.
Only 3 listings went under contract (Contingent/Option), with List prices ranging from $184,900 … (0 comments)
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