reo: Nevada foreclosure statistics from June 2012 - 07/09/12 04:05 AM
Notice of Default (NOD) filings increased a little from May and of course the numbers are still affected by the New Law (AB284) that was effective October 1, 2011. 
There were some Bank Notices of Default filings but most of the Notice of Defaults were again private beneficiary and local banks/credit unions. As predicted, the slow of Notice of Defaults are also affecting the Notice of Sales (NOS) which decreased significantly in June and may continue to decrease even more in months ahead.
Trustee Deeds remained the same compared to May and this again could be contributed AB284 and … (0 comments)

reo: Give me a SOCO...for Marketing Success! - 04/17/12 07:20 AM
I posted a Challenge Question yesterday asking other Realtors if they had created or would like to create a SOCO based on their sales statistics.  In responding to a comment from Bill about SOCOs, I noted that our SOCO at Dreams Realty (in Northern Nevada) is simply: "We sold a House Every 17 hours last year (2011)!"
A SOCO is a Single Overriding Communication Objective that you can use in your advertising and promotion/marketing, to get across a quick, TRUTHFUL, and catchy message about your company's value to, in this case, home buyers and sellers.  In either case, selling a home every 17 hours … (5 comments)

reo: Sold Listing 68 in the Northern Nevada "Market that's Not Supposed to be Very Good! - 12/26/08 01:07 AM
Hi Northern Nevada Neighbors,
       This continues to be a popular feature of my Active Rain Localism blog -- a place for local folks to read about the incredible deals on my listings.  It's time for me to begin my wrap-up for 2008, because I've got even better listings for 2009!   This family got a fantastic deal!  This was a 5-yr old home in Reno-Cold Springs.  Rural views with city living, this home had 1,297 sq. ft. of living space with 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, a laundry room, living room, dining room, fenced yard, walk-in closet, etc., etc. -- a nice total package, and an exceptional deal!  Check it out, you'll be impressed.
Check … (2 comments)

reo: Sold Listing 67 in the Northern Nevada "Market that's Not Supposed to be Very Good! - 12/24/08 02:24 PM
Hi Northern Nevada Neighbors,

      This continues to be a popular feature of my Active Rain Localism blog -- a place for local folks to read about the incredible deals on my listings.  It's time for me to begin my wrap-up for 2008, because I've got even better listings for 2009!   This family got a great deal!  This was a 7-yr old home in Reno-South Meadows.  A great community for a growing family, close to terrific shopping and recreational opportunities.  The mountain views are simply awesome at sunset.  This home had 1,969 sq. ft. of living space with 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, a laundry room, living room, family room, dining room, fenced … (0 comments)

reo: Sold Listing 66 in the Northern Nevada "Market that's Not Supposed to be Very Good! - 12/24/08 03:21 AM
 Hi Northern Nevada Neighbors,
This continues to be a popular feature of my Active Rain Localism blog -- a place for local folks to read about the incredible deals on my listings.  It's time for me to begin my wrap-up for 2008, because I've got even better listings for 2009!   This family got a great deal!  Check it out; you'll be impressed! This home has 1,510 sq. feet of living space, with 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms.  Built in 2006, this house was loaded, with lots of landscaping extras.  The community swimming pool and recreational facilities were complemented by a ton of modern features including a fireplace, deck, and fenced yard.
Check … (0 comments)

reo: Sold Listing 65 in the Northern Nevada "Market that's Not Supposed to be Very Good! - 12/23/08 12:52 PM
 Hi Northern Nevada Neighbors,
This continues to be a popular feature of my Active Rain Localism blog -- a place for local folks to read about the incredible deals on my listings.  It's time for me to begin my wrap-up for 2008, because I've got even better listings for 2009!   This family got a great deal!  Check it out; you'll be impressed! This home has 1,742 sq. feet of living space, with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms.  With a well landscaped exterior, this house is appealing to the eye.  The 3-car garage is complemented by a ton of modern features including a fireplace and fenced yard.
Check out my … (0 comments)

reo: Sold Listing 64 in the Northern Nevada "Market that's Not Supposed to be Very Good! - 12/23/08 12:18 PM
Hi Northern Nevada Neighbors,
This continues to be a popular feature of my Active Rain Localism blog -- a place for local folks to read about the incredible deals on my listings.  It's time for me to begin my wrap-up for 2008, because I've got even better listings for 2009!  This was a spacious 3,290 sq. ft. 6 bedrooms, 3 full baths in the popular Spanish Springs area.  This family got a great deal!  Check it out; you'll be impressed!
Check out my real estate home page for more information on this property!
Property Location6494 Media Court   Sparks, Nevada  89436 Listing ID: 244  click for directions
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reo: Sold Listing 63 in the Northern Nevada "Market that's Not Supposed to be Very Good! - 12/22/08 03:10 PM
Hi Northern Nevada Neighbors,
This continues to be a popular feature of my Active Rain Localism blog -- a place for local folks to read about the incredible deals on my listings.  It's time for me to begin my wrap-up for 2008, because I've got even better listings for 2009!  This was a modest 1,370 sq. ft. 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths in the Dayton area near the golf course and good schools.  This family got a great deal!  Check it out; you'll be impressed!
 Check out my real estate home page for more information on this property!
Property Location112 Sawgrass Lane   Dayton, Nevada  89403
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reo: Sold Listing 62 in the Northern Nevada "Market that's Not Supposed to be Very Good! - 12/17/08 03:33 PM
Hi Northern Nevada Neighbors,

This continues to be a popular feature of my Active Rain Localism blog -- a place for local folks to read about the incredible deals on my listings.  It's time for me to begin my wrap-up for 2008, because I've got even better listings for 2009!  This was a choice five year old house with four bedrooms will hill and mountain views in the Reno-Stead area.  There was a lot to be liking about this house!  Check it out; you'll be impressed!
 Check out my real estate home page for more information on this property!
Property Location10065 Navajo CrestReno, Nevada  89506Listing … (2 comments)

reo: Sold Listing 61 in the Northern Nevada "Market that's Not Supposed to be Very Good! - 12/16/08 02:14 PM
 Hi Northern Nevada Neighbors,
This continues to be a popular feature of my Active Rain Localism blog -- a place for local folks to read about the incredible deals on my listings.  It's time for me to begin my wrap-up for 2008, because I've got even better listings for 2009!  This is a 4 year old single story home in a popular area of Fernley.  This home has 1,742 sq. feet of living space, with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms.  With a well landscaped exterior, this house is appealing to the eye.  The 3-car garage is complemented by a ton of modern features including a fireplace and fenced yard. Review the … (0 comments)

reo: Sold Listing 60 in the Northern Nevada "Market that's Not Supposed to be Very Good! - 12/13/08 05:46 AM
Hi Northern Nevada Neighbors,
This continues to be a popular feature of my Active Rain Localism blog -- a place for local folks to read about the incredible deals on my listings.  It's time for me to begin my wrap-up for 2008, because I've got even better listings for 2009! This is another of my historical Carson City (State Capital) property listings.  The last one sold was a great deal and here's yet another.  Built in 1869, this is a beauty!   It's a single story Four-Unit multi-family home.  Collectively, it's 1,942 sq. feet.  It's an awesome set-up and a must see for persons charmed by historical properties.  It's historical, yet modernized.  Review the … (0 comments)

reo: Sold Listing 59 in the Northern Nevada "Market that's Not Supposed to be Very Good! - 12/13/08 05:30 AM
Hi Northern Nevada Neighbors,
This continues to be a popular feature of my Active Rain Localism blog -- a place for local folks to read about the incredible deals on my listings.  It's time for me to begin my wrap-up for 2008, because I've got even better listings for 2009!  This is a 23 year single story home in the Gardnerville Minden area of Douglas County. This home has 1,118 sq. feet of living space, with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms.  Situated in a great neighborhood, this home has plenty of modern amenities.Review the property's features, and then follow the link below to photos and more information.  Check it out, you'll be impressed!   
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reo: Sold Listing 58 in the Northern Nevada "Market that's Not Supposed to be Very Good! - 12/12/08 01:05 PM
Hi Northern Nevada Neighbors,
This continues to be a popular feature of my Active Rain Localism blog -- a place for local folks to read about the incredible deals on my listings.  It's time for me to begin my wrap-up for 2008, because I've got even better listings for 2009!  This is a 26 year Condo/Townhome in the exclusive Incline Village at Lake Tahoe.  This place is truly awesome!  This two story condo/townhome has 1,711 sq. feet of living space, with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.  This place and condo complex is loaded with extras. Review the property's features, and then follow the link below to photos and more information.  Check it … (0 comments)

reo: Sold Listing 57 in the Northern Nevada "Market that's Not Supposed to be Very Good! - 12/12/08 01:11 AM
Hi Northern Nevada Neighbors,
This continues to be a popular feature of my Active Rain Localism blog -- a place for local folks to read about the incredible deals on my listings.  It's time for me to begin my wrap-up for 2008, because I've got even better listings for 2009! This is a 4 year old single story home in the popular Spanish Springs South.  It has 1,981 sq. feet of living space, with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, and a 3+ car garage.  There are too many features to mention -- review the property's features below, and then follow the link below to photos and more information.  Check it out, you'll be impressed!
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reo: Sold Listing 56 in the Northern Nevada "Market that's Not Supposed to be Very Good! - 12/09/08 03:04 PM
Hi Northern Nevada Neighbors,
This continues to be a popular feature of my Active Rain Localism blog -- a place for local folks to read about the incredible deals on my listings.  It's time for me to begin my wrap-up for 2008, because I've got even better listings for 2009! 
This is a 72 year old BIG four-unit multi-family home is a dandy consideration for investors with an interest in owning rental property.  This two story home has 3,126 sq. feet of living space.  The units are 510 sq. ft. (1), 768 sq. ft. (2), and one at 1,080 sq. ft.  Lots to see with this property.  Review the property's features, … (0 comments)

reo: Sold Listing 55 in the Northern Nevada "Market that's Not Supposed to be Very Good! - 12/09/08 02:45 PM
Hi Northern Nevada Neighbors,
This continues to be a popular feature of my Active Rain Localism blog -- a place for local folks to read about the incredible deals on my listings.  It's time for me to begin my wrap-up for 2008, because I've got even better listings for 2009!  This is a three year old property in the Reno Stead area of Washoe County.  The two-story home has 1,727 sq. feet of living space, 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, a 2 car garage, and boat/RV parking.  Extras like a deck, fenced yard, laundry, w/w carpeting, and more finally got to a buyer.  It took almost four … (0 comments)

reo: If You Don't Move It in 30 Days.... - 10/24/08 01:13 PM
     Okay, so now -- what would you do if the seller said to you, "If you don't move the property in 30 days I'll get someone else to sell it!"
     HELLO!!!!  Someone just landed from Mars and lost his way to the shooting gallery.  I'm, WHAT DID YOU SAY?
     And tomorrow, I'll say it again: WHAT DID YOU SAY?
     Been galled lately?
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reo: Sold Listing 50 in the Northern Nevada "Market that's Not Supposed to be Very Good! - 10/04/08 02:50 PM
Hi Northern Nevada Neighbors,
This is an ongoing feature of my Active Rain Localism blog -- a place for local folks to read about my listings that have sold at a great Rasner-Yacenda price! This is a 30 year old condo/townhome that turned out to be a fantasitc starter home for a youn gfamily.  It has 860 sq. feet of living space, with 2 bedrooms and a bathroom.  Wonderful deal!  Check below for the features and a bundle of community recreation and club opportunities. Review the property's features, and then follow the link below to photos and more information.  Check it out, you'll be impressed!
Check out my real estate home … (3 comments)

reo: UNDER CONTRACT #10 -- (even though it took a while) What a Great Buy for the Local Folks in Northern Nevada! - 09/16/08 03:21 PM
Hi Northern Nevada Neighbors,
This IS A NEW FEATURE of my Active Rain Localism blog -- a place for local folks to read about my LISTINGS UNDER CONTRACT and as a reminder of the great deals out there in the Northern Nevada real estate market!  This is another of my historical Carson City (State Capital) property listings.  The last one sold was a great deal and here's yet another.  Built in 1869, this is a beauty!   It's a single story Four-Unit multi-family home.  Collectively, it's 1,942 sq. feet.  It's an awesome set-up and a must see for persons charmed by historical properties.  It's historical, yet modernized.  Review the property's features, and … (0 comments)

reo: Sold Listing 49 in the Northern Nevada "Market that's Not Supposed to be Very Good! - 09/16/08 03:10 PM
Hi Northern Nevada Neighbors,
This is an ongoing feature of my Active Rain Localism blog -- a place for local folks to read about my listings that have sold at a great Rasner-Yacenda price! This is a 6 year old single story home in very popular Reno-Somersett area.  It has 1,879 sq. feet of living space, with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, and a 2 car garage.  There are grand features that sold this house in a hurry.  Check below for the features and a bundle of community recreation and club opportunities. Review the property's features, and then follow the link below to photos and more information.  Check it out, you'll be … (0 comments)