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Reflective Thursday.... - 03/31/11 08:38 PM
I received a card from a friend of mine today with the following saying.....
What lies behind us and what lies ahead of us
are tiny matters compared to what lives
within us.
-Henry David Thoreau
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New Price on Stow Colonial - 3051 Highpoint Trail - 03/31/11 07:22 AM
This nicely update Stow colonial in the Highland Chase sub-division has just had a price adjustment to $224,900 and is available for immediate occupancy.
Newly updated colonial in Highland Chase features gorgeous oak throughout, partially open foyer, granite counters, some hardwood flooring and all new carpet (Dec 2010), and new ceramic flooring in baths. Kitchen dinette plus formal dining, sunken family room and sun room, 1st floor office/den or possible 4th bedroom option. First floor laundry. Extended master suite with double sinks, shower and garden tub. Entire interior of home has just been repainted. Many new lighting fixtures. … (5 comments)
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Notable Quotes from Our Presidents - William Howard Taft - 03/30/11 07:22 AM
William Howard Taft, our 27th President, inaugurated the custom of the President throwing out the first pitch to open the baseball season. At 332 pounds, he weighed in as our heaviest President and actually got stuck in the White House bath tub the first time he used it. A new one was ordered.
Some Points of Interest:
A native of Ohio, Taft was born in Cincinnati on September 15, 1857.
Taft graduated Yale College and Cincinnati Law School. He was the Secretary of War under Roosevelt. He is the only person to serve as President and Chief Justice … (5 comments)
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Notable Quotes from Our Presidents - Theodore Roosevelt - 03/29/11 09:50 AM
Theodore Roosevelt was our 26th President serving from September 14, 1901 until March 3, 1909 and is remembered as a larger than life figure.
Some Points of Interest:
He graduated from Harvard in 1880
His efforts brought about the treaty between the U.S. and Panama for creating the Panama Canal and setting it up to be under U.S. control. He was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1906 for the work he did to help end the Russo-Japanese war. He is the youngest U.S. President - taking office when he was just 42 years old. As a child, … (3 comments)
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Notable Quotes from Our Presidents - William McKinley - 03/27/11 10:27 AM
William McKinley, our 25th President, was born in Niles, Ohio in 1843. He briefly attended Allegheny College, and was teaching in a country school when the Civil War broke out.
Some Points of Interest:
Prior to being elected President he served as the Governor of Ohio. He was the last veteran of the Civil War to be elected President. He is the first President to use campaign buttons. He is thought to hold the record for Presidential hand shaking - 2,500 per hour. McKinley smoked so heavily that his doctors ordered him to stop. Whenever photographers were present he self-consciously … (1 comments)
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St. Vincent - St. Mary's Boys Once Again Win State Basketball Championship - 03/26/11 09:44 PM
This is nothing new for the boys basketball program at Akron' St. Vincent - St. Mary High School as they won their sixth state crown and second in the last three years. Saturday's victory (57-46) over Dayton Thurgood Marshall led to their Division II title at Value City Arena in Columbus, Ohio.
By winning title No. 6, St. Vincent - St. Mary is just one behind Middletown in Ohio boys high school basketball history.
CONGRATULATIONS ST. VINCENT - ST. MARY.
GO IRISH!
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Notable Quotes from Our Presidents - Benjamin Harrison - 03/25/11 08:46 AM
Benjamin Harrison, our 23rd President was nicknamed "Little Ben," graduated from Ohio University in Oxford, Ohio and in 1888 he won the Presidency over Grover Cleveland even though Cleveland had over one million more popular votes, thanks to the Electoral College.
Some Points of Interest:
Harrison made 140 completely different speeches in 30 days. Benjamin Harrison was the first President to use electricity in the White House. After he got an electrical shock his family often refused to touch the light switches and would sometimes go to bed with the lights on. Pat Robertson, founder of CBN Television Network (The … (5 comments)
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Notable Quotes from Our Presidents - Grover Cleveland - The Veto President - 03/24/11 11:00 PM
Grover Cleveland, who was our 22nd and 24th President of the United States was nicknamed "The Veto President."
Cleveland vetoed 414 bills in his first term, more than double the 204 vetoes cast by all previous Presidents!
Points of Interest:
Cleveland was the only President to serve two non-consecutive terms. While sheriff of Erie County, New York, Cleveland was also the public executioner and personally hanged two murderers. Since Cleveland was the sole supporter of his family during the Civil War, he paid a substitute to take his place. Cleveland answered the White House phone personally. "Death and Destruction" … (2 comments)
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The Fighting Irish of St. Vincent - St. Mary Boys Basketball Moves to Title Game - 03/24/11 10:33 PM
At Akron's St. Vincent-St.Mary High School boys basketball is a very high profile sport, mostly because of the three titles they won in four years during the LeBron James era a decade ago. But these days the current edition of the team is forging their own legacy as they are about to play for their second state crown in three years.
On Thursday the Fighting Irish of St. Vincent-St. Mary outplayed the Columbus Bishop Hartley Hawks by a score of 49-44 and charged into the the Division II state championship game.
The Irish, who have won 8 straight and 12 of 13 … (1 comments)
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Cuyahoga Falls Community Expo March 26th at Natatorium - 03/23/11 09:40 PM
If you are interested in knowing more about area businesses or other organizations then plan on attending the annual Community Expo this Saturday at the Cuyahoga Falls Natatorium.
The Cuyahoga Falls Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the city of Cuyahoga Falls and the Natatorium will present the expo March 26 from9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the community room of the Natatorium, 2345 Fourth Street.
This event is free and open to the public and is taking place for the seventh consecutive year and according to Laura Petrella, the chamber's CEO, the Natatorium is the ideal location because of … (1 comments)
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Little Known Facts About Our Presidents - Chester Alan Arthur - 03/22/11 09:24 AM
Ok, so I started writing these blogs about our Presidents...Notable Quotes From Our Presidents back around, what else, Presidents' Day. I thought I would see it out and try to find some notable quotes and some interesting facts about each President. I know it has not much to do with real estate but it has been interesting to refresh myself on each President.
But I have to say, there just isn't much to say about some of these guys and Chester Alan Arthur, our 21st President, who ranks just above a footnote in many history textbooks, is sure a challenge, plus, … (2 comments)
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President Garfield - Do You Want That in Latin or Greek? - 03/20/11 10:08 PM
James Garfield was our 20th President. Check this out: James Garfield could write Latin with one hand and Greek with the other...at the same time! Now that's talent.
Points of Interest:
Garfield was the first left-handed President of the United States; He was the last of seven Presidents who were born in a log cabin; He was the first President to campaign in two languages -- English and German; On Election day, November 2 1880, he was at the same time a member of the House, Senator-elect and President-elect; After Garfield's shooting, repeated probing for the bullet with non-sterile instruments … (5 comments)
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New Listing in Stow, Ohio - 4614 Dresher Trail - 03/19/11 09:32 AM
Welcome to 4614 Dresher Trail at Sherwood Acres in Stow, Ohio.
Great location in Sherwood Acres near neighborhood park and just across the street from Fox Den golf course. This home has had numerous updates which include: new hardwood flooring in living room and dining room (2010); new hot water tank (2011); new six panel doors throughout (2010); updated main bath (2007);totally updated kitchen (2005); new replacement windows (2003); new roof (1999); new furnace (1999). There is a large screened patio off the family room. The lower level has a finished rec room. Outside faucets are metered separately. … (5 comments)
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Open House Sunday March 20th 1:00-3:00 3051 Highpoint Trail, Stow, Ohio - 03/18/11 09:13 PM
Welcome to 3051 Highpoint Trail in Highland Chase, Stow, Ohio. Open Sunday March 20th from 1:00-3:00.
Newly updated colonial in Highland Chase features gorgeous oak throughout, partially open foyer, granite counters, some hardwood flooring and all new carpet (Dec 2010), and new ceramic flooring in baths. Kitchen dinette plus formal dining, sunken family room and sun room, 1st floor office/den or possible 4th bedroom option. First floor laundry. Extended master suite with double sinks, shower and garden tub. Entire interior of home has just been repainted. Many new lighting fixtures. Lawn irrigation system. Patio off four season room. One … (0 comments)
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New Sale at Cross Creek in Cuyahoga Falls / Akron, Ohio - 03/18/11 09:13 AM
We've just closed on the sale of 2112 Cross Creek Trail in the Cross Creek sub-division. Although it has a Cuyahoga Falls mailing address and is in the Cuyahoga Falls (Woodridge) school district, this home, like all of Cross Creek sub-division is actually located in Akron.
With 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths this custom built home offers over 3,000 square feet of finished living space including the finished lower level which includes a media room, a billiard room with a custom oak wet bar, and a workout room. First level includes a fireplaced great room, formal dining … (1 comments)
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Notable Quotes from Our Presidents - Rutherford B. Hayes - 03/16/11 10:24 PM
Rutherford B. Hayes, our 19th President was nicknamed "The Dark Horse" President.
Hayes graduated from Kenyon College and Harvard Law School. By the time he became President the annual salary for the Chief Executive had doubled from $25,000 to $50,000. Not a bad wage in the 1870's.
Some Points of Interest:
Of the five Presidents to serve in the Civil War, Hayes was the only one to be wounded.
In September, 1880 Hayes became the first President to visit the West Coast (San Francisco) while in office.
Hayes was the first President to graduate from law school.
Lucy Hayes … (2 comments)
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Notable Quotes from Our Presidents - Ulysses S. Grant - 03/16/11 10:32 AM
Ulysses S. Grant, was our 18th President.
Late in the administration of Andrew Johnson, General Ulysses S. Grant quarreled with the President and aligned himself with the Radical Republicans. He was, as the symbol of Union victory during the Civil War, their logical candidate for President in 1868.
At the beginning of the Civil War, Grant was working in his father's leather store in Galena, Illinois. The rise from clerk to General of the Armies to President of the United States in seven years was an unprecedented feat of accomplishment.
Grant was tone deaf and military music was especially annoying to … (0 comments)
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Notable Quotes from Our Presidents - Andrew Johnson - 03/15/11 10:52 PM
Andrew Johnson, our 17th President had no nickname, had no formal education, had no religious affiliation and was a tailor by occupation.
He never ran for President, and was one of only 5 Presidents who were never inaugurated. He was the first President to be impeached and his trial in the Senate led to him being aquitted by one vote.
Some Notable Quotes by Andrew Johnson:
"I feel incompetent to perform duties...which have been so unexpectedly thrown upon me."
"If I am shot at, I want no man to be in the way of the bullet."
"It is a damn … (4 comments)
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Notable Quotes from Our Presidents - Abraham Lincoln - 03/15/11 09:59 AM
Abraham Lincoln was our 16th President and nicknamed "Honest Abe," was, of course, one of our best known Presidents.
Some Points of Interest:
At 6 foot 4 inches Lincoln was our tallest President. Lincoln was the first President to die by assassination. The contents of his pockets on the night of the assassination were not revealed until February 12, 1976. They included, among other items of interest, a Confederate five dollar bill. Mrs. Lincoln's brother, half-brothers and brothers-in-law fought in the Confederate Army. Abraham Lincoln was the first President to be born outside of the original 13 colonies. Lincoln … (6 comments)
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Notable Quotes from Our Presidents - James Buchanan - 03/14/11 01:34 PM
James Buchanan, our 15th President was was nicknamed "Old Buck."
He is the only President from Pennsylvania, the only President who remained a life-long bachelor, and the last one born in the 18th century. The White House hostess during his Presidency was his niece Harriet Lane.
He was born into a well-to-do Pennsylvania family in 1791. He graduated from Dickinson College and was gifted as a debater and well learned in the law.
He presided over a rapidly dividing nation and he did not adequately grasp the political realities of his time. Buchanan's efforts to maintain peace between the North and … (1 comments)
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Notable Quotes from Our Presidents - Franklin Pierce - 03/14/11 07:18 AM
Franklin Pierce was our 14th President.
Some Notes of Interest:
Pierce was arrested while in office for running over an old woman with his horse. Because of religious considerations Pierce affirmed rather than swore the Presidential oath of office. Pierce gave his 3,319 word inaugural address from memory, without the aid of notes. Pierce was the only elected President who sought but did not win his party's nomination for a second term. Pierce was the first President to have a Christmas tree in the White House. He installed the first central-heating system and the first bathroom with hot and cold … (2 comments)
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Who was Millard Fillmore? - 03/13/11 09:14 AM
Millard Fillmore, our 13th President of the United States seems to remain an obscurity for most of us. Next time you are at a party take a survey as to "Who was Millard Fillmore" and you will see what I mean.
Fillmore was a native New Yorker who had no formal education and succeeded to the Presidency when Zachary Taylor died in office.
Points of interest:
The Presidential salary during his term was $25,000 per year. Fillmore was one of 5 presidents who were never inaugurated. He refused an honorary degree from Oxford University because he felt he … (5 comments)
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Notable Quotes from Our Presidents - Jachary Taylor - 03/12/11 09:01 AM
Zachary Taylor, our 12th President was nicknamed "Old Rough and Ready" and had absolutely NO formal education.
During the last year of his presidency (1850), the Clayton-Bulway Treaty was signed with Britain which guaranteed that any future canal across Central America would be available to all nations.
Points of Interest:
Taylor refused all postage due correspondences. Because of this, he didn't receive official notification of his nomination for president until several days later. As a soldier always moving from location to location, Taylor never established an official place of residence and never registered to vote. He didn't even vote … (5 comments)
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Notable Quotes from Our Presidents - James Knox Polk - 03/11/11 11:53 PM
James Knox Polk was our 11th President and nicknamed "Young Hickory."
He was a lawyer who had graduated from the University of North Carolina in 1818.
Points of Interest:
A week before he died, Polk was baptized a Methodist. Gas lights were installed in the White House while Polk was a resident. Polk survived a gallstone operation at age 17 without anesthesia or antiseptics. Those medical practices were not used at the time. The first annual White House Thanksgiving dinner was hosted by Sarah Polk. Sarah Polk was a devout Presbyterian. She banned dancing, card playing and alcoholic beverages … (3 comments)
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Notable Quotes from Our Presidents - John Tyler - 03/11/11 11:34 PM
John Tyler, our 10th US President was nicknamed "His Accidency" and never actually ran for President.
Points of Interest:
Tyler was the first President whose wife died while he was in office. Tyler was the only President to hold office in the Confederacy. Tyler was one of five Presidents who were never inaugurated. Five years after leaving office, Tyler was so poor he was unable to pay a bill for $1.25 until he had sold his corn crop. The tradition of playing "Hail to the Chief" whenever the President appears at state functions was started by Tyler's second … (2 comments)
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William Henry Harrison - President for Just One Month! - 03/11/11 11:10 PM
William Henry Harrison, our 9th President, has the dubious distinction of having served for the shortest period of any U.S. President...just one month!
On March 4th, 1841 he delivered the longest inaugural address in US history. It was an extremely cold day and Harrison did not wear a hat while delivering the 105 minute speech. He contracted pneumonia and died in the White House one month later.
Points of Interest:
Harrison was the only President who studied to become a doctor. Harrison's father was a signer of the Declaration of Independence. Harrison and his Vice President Tyler are the only … (2 comments)
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The Top Ten Dream Home Features - 03/11/11 07:24 AM
Here are the most popular "Dream Home" features in 2011 according to research by Nudura, a building technology firm:
1. Curb Appeal. Home exterior, landscaping and driveway must attract admiring attention.
2. Concrete and Natural Stone, rather than wood framing and brick. These homes are not only beautiful, but they are stronger, more sound resistant and far more energy efficient than wood frames and brick according to Nudura.
3. Maximum energy efficiency throughout from top to bottom.
4. Solar panels in the roof to generate a personal energy source.
5. A large designer kitchen with natural stone countertops and futuristic appliances, … (2 comments)
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Martin Van Buren - The OK President - 03/11/11 06:48 AM
Martin Van Buren, our 8th President was nicknamed "The Little Magician."
Points of Interest:
Van Buren was the first president born in the United States. All previous presidents were born before the United States became country, although all were born in places that would later be a part of the United States. His autobiography does not mention his wife once. Van Buren took $100,000, the sum of his salary as president over four years, in a lump sum at the end of his term. The term "O.K." was popularized because of Van Buren. Van Buren was from Kinderhook, New … (2 comments)
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Notable Quotes from our Presidents - Andrew Jackson - 03/10/11 11:02 PM
Andrew Jackson, our 7th President, was nicknamed "'Old Hickory." In the 1830's while Jackson was President the salary for our Chief Executive was $25,000 per year.
Points of Interest:
Jackson was the only president who served in both the Revolutionary War and the War of 1812. Jackson was the only president to have been a prisoner of war. He was thirteen when he joined the South Carolina militia to fight in the Revolutionary War. After his capture, he was ordered to clean the boots of a British officer. Jackson refused. The officer then drew his sword and slashed Jackson … (2 comments)
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John Quincy Adams - The Skinny Dipping President - 03/10/11 10:50 PM
John Quincy Adams was the first President who was the son of a President. He was nicknamed "Old Man Eloquent" and graduated from Harvard College in 1787.
Points of Interest:
President Adams regularly swam nude in the Potomac River. Anne Royall, the first American professional journalist, knew of Adams' 5 A.M. swims. After being refused interviews with the president time after time, she went to the river, gathered his clothes and sat on them until she had her interview. Before this, no female had interviewed a president. Adams was the first to be elected president without receiving either the most … (5 comments)
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Totally Updated Colonial Style Home for Sale in Stow, Ohio - 03/10/11 10:22 PM
Welcome to 3051 Highpoint Trail, Stow, Ohio
Newly updated colonial in Highland Chase features gorgeous oak throughout, partially open foyer, granite counters, some hardwood flooring and all new carpet (Dec 2010), and new ceramic fooring in baths. Kitchen dinette plus formal dining, sunken family room and sun room, 1st floor office/den or possible 4th bedroom option. First floor laundry. Extended master suite with double sinks, shower and garden tub. Entire interior of home has just been repainted. Many new lighting fixtures. Lawn irrigation system. Patio off four season room. One year home warranty included. List price $235,000.
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Stow Condominium For Sale - 03/10/11 10:11 PM
Welcome to 5093 Portland Cove, Stow, Ohio
This exceptionally clean and well cared for end unit in Rockport Colony has a first floor 4th bedroom or den option. Open and bright floor plan with larger family room, brick fireplace with gas starter, newer Bosch diswasher (2008) and new windows (2008). Master bedroom has private bath. First floor laundry, garage has eight foot heater and built-in workbench and work area. Expanded 12 x 14 concrete patio. Includes limited one year Home Warranty. List price is $143,000.
Looking for a great buy on a condo in Stow......call me
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Notable Quotes from Our Presidents - James Monroe - 03/10/11 08:45 AM
During his Presidency James Monroe was described as “tall and well informed.” It was said that he dressed plain and in the old style. His manner was quiet and dignified with a frank, honest expression in his eye. Thomas Jefferson said that Monroe was “So honest that if you turned his soul inside out there would not be a spot on it.”
Here are some quotes from President Monroe:
" A little flattery will support a man through great fatigue."
"National honor is the national property of the highest value."
"Our country may be likened to … (4 comments)
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Notable Quotes from Our Presidents - James Madison - 03/09/11 11:25 AM
At his inauguration James Madison appeared old and worn; Washington Irving described him as "but a withered little apple-John." But whatever his deficiencies in charm, Madison's buxom wife Dolley compensated for them with her warmth and gaiety. She was the toast of Washington.
But the President did have some interesting things to say...
"The circulation of confidence is better than the circulation of money."
"As a man is said to have a right to his property, he may be equally said to have a propertyin his rights."
"Let me recommend the best medicine in the … (2 comments)
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Notable Quotes from Our Presidents - Thomas Jefferson - 03/08/11 06:58 AM
Thomas Jefferson was a powerful advocate of liberty. More comfortable as a correspondent than a public speaker, our 3rd President is perhaps best known for drafting the Declaration of Independence when he was 33 years old.
Some of his quotes from well over 200 years ago still have relevance today.
"A little rebellion now and then is a good thing and as necessary in the political world as storms in the physical."
"The tree of liberty must be refreshed from time to time with the blood of patriots and tyrants. It is its natural manure."
"We must not … (4 comments)
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Notable Quotes from Our Presidents - John Adams - 03/07/11 07:23 AM
I think John Adams must have been one of the original wise guys because he had this to say:
"If we do not lay out ourselves in the service of mankind, whom should we serve?"
"A desire to be observed, considered, esteemed, praised, beloved, and admired by his fellows is one of the earliest as well as the keenest dispositions discovered in the heart of man."
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New Listing in Munroe Falls, Ohio at 225 Bermont Avenue - 03/06/11 09:24 AM
Welcome to 225 Bermont Avenue in beautiful Munroe Falls, Ohio
This wonderfully updated 3 Bedroom ranch is a nature lovers paradise! Not only is there great living space inside.......but the landscaping and yard features are outstanding!
Three bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, a fully finished lower level with a family room and a spa room featuring a two person jetted tub plus a two car garage and numerous updates throughout. List price $141,900.
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Stow, Ohio Real Estate Market Activity Report for February 2011 - Single Family Homes - 03/06/11 09:12 AM
Here's a summary of the real estate market activity for Stow, Ohio for the month of February, 2011 - single family homes.
There has been very little change in the statistics over last month:
New Listings: 27 New listings for the month.
New Pending Sales: 20 New pending sales for the month.
New Closed Sales: 13 New closed sales for the month.
Stow, Ohio appears to have a fairly well balanced real estate market at this time. As an example, based on 246 closed sales for the past 12 months compared to the current inventory of 133 homes available for … (0 comments)
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Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio Real Estate Market Update for February 2011 - 03/06/11 08:57 AM
The numbers for February are in and they are somewhat mixed...
Here's the news for the Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio real estate market last month.........single family homes:
New Listings for January: 43 new listings. 12 were bank owned. 2 were listed as short sale properties.
58% of the listings were priced below $150,000.
New Pending Sales for … (0 comments)
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Another Successful Short Sale in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio - 03/05/11 08:27 AM
We just closed another successful short sale at 2055 19th Street in beautiful Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio.
Talk about good buys! This totally renovated ranch with brilliant hardwood floors throughout, nearly new maple kitchen with ceramic flooring, newer siding, roof, windows and bath and a full, finished lower level with built-in bar just closed in one of Cuyahoga Falls' most desirable locations for $96,000.
Good buys on short sales in our area are plentiful right now. If you are thinking of buying or selling on a short sale call me - I am experienced and 100% … (4 comments)
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Stately Colonial Featured at Woodhaven in Cuyahoga Falls - 03/03/11 07:21 AM
Welcome to 2995 Clear Creek Drive. This custom-built one owner colonial home is now available in the Woodhaven sub-division of Cuyahoga Falls.
This outstanding, original owner home is situated on a wooded cul-de-sac lot. Impressive two story foyer with double guest closets. First floor den with french doors, tray ceiling and built-ins also opens to family room. Formal dining room has decorative wainscoting that continues up the stairway and throughout the second floor hall area. Nine foot ceilings on first floor. Open kitchen and family room arrangement with bayed breakfast room and eating bar. Family room opens … (5 comments)
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Cuyahoga Falls,
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