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According to the California Association of Realtors, home sales decreased 40.2% in October when compared to the same period last year.I suppose what shocks me most is that it is actually higher than what we have seen in some of the hardest hit areas in Santa Clara County. For instance, Morgan … (0 comments)
Today was a bit chilly so perhaps you didn't get out to the annual Los Gatos Holiday Parade. Have no fear - there are photos you can enjoy at my Live In Los Gatos Blog! (I wasn't there either but have attended many of them over the years. My husband, Jim … (1 comments)
Ah, Pennsylvania....
Even though temperatures are dropping and there may be snow forcasted (yikes)...If your home is for sale, an important part of staging your home is .......Wintertime Curb Appeal!! Wintertime Curb Appeal tips: 1. Clean up your planters, but don't trim plants too far back as they can add texture and interest to … (19 comments)
We convince ourselves that life will be better after we get married, have a baby, then another. Then we are frustrated that the kids aren't old enough and we'll be more content when they are. After that we're frustrated that we have teenagers to deal with. We will certainly be happy … (3 comments)
As I walked past the flowerbed and down the driveway to get the mail today I noticed something peculiar. My petunias are still alive! How can it be 2 days before December and we still have green plants thriving? It has frosted and snowed a few times already so I amazed that … (0 comments)
Ways to Spend a Winter 
With the Holidays right around the corner thought it would be nice to share what's going on throughout the Greater Lansing Area. First and foremost remember to take your family to Potter Park Zoo this year to enjoy the 2007 Wonderland of Lights, it's an awesome night out for all who … (1 comments)
I have asked a good friend and business associate Byron Wyndham of J. Byron Wyndham and Associates Attorneys at Law to work with me in providing my readers with weekly advice on Real Estate Law in the North Georgia Mountains.
I lived in the eastern part of the country most of my life so I was used to cold, snow and ice. I had an ice scraper and a snow brush in the car and snow tires on the car. I had de-icer for the frozen door locks and salt in … (6 comments)
Winter is coming. Getting your clients to protect their vacant homes.
By: Danielle Thomas, Real Estate BrokerAngeli & Associates Real Estate41 Main StreetNew London, NH 03257603-526-2955
This morning I read a post by Sharon Simms welcoming back to Florida the Northerners who escape the cold winter each year. I personally have friends who are among this group and I really hate to see them go.
Prevent cabin fever this winter by getting out with the family. The Champaign Park District has many family fun activities to help beat the winter blues. From sports and martial arts to dance and tumbling there's shure to be an activity for every member of the family. I've attached a link … (0 comments)
October was a good month for our MLS - many people think Fall and Winter in the midwest are not the best months to list or sell properties but, one look at these numbers and you'll see that thought is outta here!
Monday, November 05, 2007 04:07 AM 
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So it seems the colors are out and the Fall is well underway... The smell in the air is wonderful, and folks are out raking leaves, winterizing gardens, and stowing away grills.
Fall foliage still falling groundward. But in the back of many Mainer's minds, is snowsledding on 3500 miles of groomed trails. Families bundle up, and spend a weekend afternoon in the sun going where you can not get by vehicle. From the top of Number 9 Mountain west of E … (1 comments)
A Favorite "Tasty" Fall Dinner & Best of All (Besides the Taste!) It's Super Easy to Prepare!
I had a great conversation with a friend, brother in Christ and fellow senior executive type in the real estate game today. We talked about the seasons, not the seasons on the calendar, but different seasons in life. We talked about how we see God's hand in each of them. We … (5 comments)
Many feel that homes are sold most easily during the spring and summer months, "before school starts." While that old adage is true for many families, those looking for larger acreage parcels may do well to look during the cooler months when the trees are bare and the underbrush is at … (0 comments)
And so it appears fall has come and gone in the course of an hour or so. High temperature recorded at DFW Intl. Airport yesterday ... 90 degrees. High expected for today around 60 with light rain and high winds. Ah yes, what happened to the temperatures between 65 and 85? … (5 comments)
Suggestions for December Home Improvement (winter maintenance):
It seems as though we have had an increase in winter visitor population over the past few weeks. Many seem to be ready to purchase winter homes now that our market has cooled off and great deals abound. Hopefully this gives our market a nice "jumpstart" that we could really use … (1 comments)
I know, I know - it's been really warm. But I promise you, winter will come (I think). The bad news is that heating oil prices here are already over $2.60 per gallon, 40 cents more than this time last year. Experts predict that a 20% rise may be on the … (10 comments)
This posting is for those home sellers and Realtor's who are NORTH of the Mason Dixon Line... I'm not sure how weather and the seasons affect homes in the south, I won't even venture to guess.
Not just a great place to visit! This is in my opinion on of to most beautiful places on earth, and I just wanted to share it with you! I know some of you in the northern states may hate the snow, but we don't see that much of it, so … (2 comments)
Although we traditionally think of spring as the season for home maintenance, there are steps you should take in the fall to make sure that your home is ready for the winter months. By performing these common maintenance tips each autumn, you can help protect your home's value and prevent major … (1 comments)
Good Morning ! I hope everyone is equipped with a heating blanket this am, maybe a fireplace and some hot chocolate ! Here at my house we have decided to "save the penguins" ! Beings that we have some extremely nice weather and we didn't think fall would ever come, I … (4 comments)
I sit here in my home office, it is cold outside and Fall has hit. The wife has left for work, she is one of the many that take the daily trek from Indiana to Chicago for work or play. I am pretty sure she is working, I know she is … (4 comments)
We had our first frost the other night. Today it was blowing about 40 mph and raining hard. 
http://homebuying.about.com/od/buyingahome/qt/92607_WinterHom.htm
Leaves changing color, Bobcat football in full swing, air conditioning staying off for more than 24 hours... Yep, must mean fall has arrived.
Here are two little Munchkins enjoying themselves outside in the cold winter weather! These are my two little Munchkins, who are no longer so little (26 and 28 now)!!! These were taken in Germany during the winter, but I bet you can guess where that powder blue jacket on my daughter … (2 comments)
WINTER'S COMING: Everyone who pays a heating bill is looking for ways to same money. Electric Thermal Storage Heat (ETS) may be the answer. Here are some of the most common questions and answers about EST heat.What is an ETS heater? ETS heaters are 100-percent efficient units designed to use off … (0 comments)
Even if we do live in beautiful Diamond Bar CA. We are lucky that the city brings us a little bit of..........
I just had my Boiler Tuned up for Free - that's a savings of $100.00 to $150.00 per year.
Kennewick is one of the largest cities in the "Tri-Cities" of South east Washington . The city is recognized for being the Washington's most developed and progressive city. It falls in an important area of the Washington's wine producing region. With Columbia River touching its boundaries, Kennewick is a fantastic place … (0 comments)
The Winter Olympics in 2010 will be held in Vancouver, Britsh Columbia from February 12-28. This is a huge event for our area. We as a community are active in both summer activities and winter. Anything to do with the outdoors, we're there! So the up and coming 2010 Winter Olympics being within a couple hours … (2 comments)
My experience in the first 3 months of this year (2007) is that there were many Sellers (whether of their own initiative, or based on advice from their listing agent) who were putting their homes on the market as if the market was still appreciating at a 20% appreciation rate (which … (1 comments)
Anyone else tired of shoveling snow? Anyone else tired of naked trees and brown lawns? Anyone else tired of frigid cold? I know I am.
In some parts of the country, winter was mild. But in others, they actually had more snow in a shorter time period than usual. Is the housing market slow in your area because of past and or current weather conditions? Better or worse than last year? 
New home developments are abundant in the north metro Twin Cities. From Anoka through Chisago Counties and beyond there are many new communities that have sprung up from Blaine to North Branch. The lot prices can vary from $60,000 to over $200,000. What make one neighborhood more appealing and valuable than … (0 comments)
Yes, it's snowing in Iowa again! 
About this time each year the winter weather has lost its novelty and I find myself looking out the window trying to mentally recall what the yard looked like before the snow started. In the last couple weeks we have gone from a nice thin powdery cover on the ground, which … (4 comments)
Gentle reminder....the snow if falling in Chicagoland....make sure if you're holding an Open House this coming weekend you SALT and SHOVEL the walkways!! If you're the listing agent...it's your responsibility to make sure it's safe for perspective buyers to come inside. I actually invested in a few large black mats to … (1 comments)
Home Safety Council is turning up the heat on home safety risks this winter, when it comes to home heating appliances. Because home heating fires and carbon monoxide poisoning spike during the winter months, both organizations have teamed up to provide critical home heating information to keep families safe in their … (0 comments)
The Willow Winter Carnival organizers must have fantastic weather forecasters. They schedule this years in advance and hit the weather perfectly. It was a bright, windless day and a balmy 20 degrees. 
Sybil called from the country yesterday. She had some tips on how to stay warm during this cold snap. The first -- check the @#%)&SS#$ Propane tank more often. Wear more clotheskeep lots of throws and afghans on the reclinerTEACOFFEEMOVE AROUNDSybil works in her own office, which she says is distinctly … (0 comments)
Winter-Winter-Winter. Please accept my concerns for the people in Florida who are suffering through the storms.
Every day my kids wake up saying "it there a snow day" "a delay?" It's been a very unusual winter. But for us Agents it's been nice not to have to truck around in deep snow. It makes it easier to show homes. I don't know about you, but I could … (6 comments)
Depending on where you live, the winter months provide special challenges for properties, vehicles and even our own health and safety. Here are a list of related articles ...
I guess my prediction for "no snow on new years" from my last SNOW post has been proven wrong. Over the past couple days we have had more snow, here in Colorado Springs. Depending on where you live, snow has fallen anywhere from 7" to a foot, between Thursday and Friday.
Buyers, are you waiting to purchase in the spring or summer when everyone else will be too? The winter months make a great time to purchase homes that have been on the market for a while. Maybe now would be a good time to put in that offer and get some … (0 comments)
The "mature" population of Florida oscillates by almost 20 percent over the course of a year with the arrival of "snowbirds" during the Winter months and the departure of "sunbirds" escaping to cooler climes during the Summer months.
December of 2006 for me a new real estate agent seemed really slow. I know that some of the other agents in the office seemed busy but I think it is do to the fact they allready have conections. When a new house comes on the market they have buyers waiting here. … (1 comments)
With the weather the last week here in CT you would not even know it was fall never mind winter approaching. It was 65 degrees here today!
It is November 9th, and today and yesterday it has reached over 70 degrees. Yesterday was in the 80's. It has been some very beautiful weather and it sounds like tomorrow morning we might get at least a little bit of rain that we have so desperately needed. I hope that … (2 comments)
Fall time in Fentress County can translate to first snow of the year. Actually, it was more like a spitting of small white stuff. If you love winter you can be excited if you dread winter you can be depressed. … (0 comments)
Summer. It seems to go so fast...Farmer markets, state fair, walks around the lake, swimming, golfing, just sitting outside enjoying the sun. We are Minnesotans. We are tough, resiliant Scandanavian Stock. Many of us have lived here all our lives. Many of us stayed on the side of the river from which we … (3 comments)
Everyday I pass over this stretch of road on my way in or out of my neighborhood. It always makes me laugh. You see in Minnesota we have two seasons, winter and road construction. 
It's now officially Fall in east Tennessee.
I have to confess that my favorite season is the fall time. I guess because my birthday is in October, or maybe it is just because I really like it. Here are some pictures of past years of fall that I have captured for those of you like me appreciate the … (3 comments)
I posted this last month and I have received some recent interest about it. So I thought I would bring it to the top of the blog again. Fall & Winter season guide for homeowners: It's not to early to be thinking about winterizing your home Here's what I recommend: Attic/crawlspace -- … (2 comments)
Does the photo of your house on the MLS have people asking themselves this question? When you list your home for sale in the winter the MLS photographer takes the picture of your house with snow on the ground. Why is it that in April when we are looking at your … (0 comments)