april stephens: "Land. They're not making any more of the stuff."
- 06/02/09 07:28 AM
"Land. They're not making any more of the stuff." Will Rogers That quote was made many years ago. But it's still true today, isn't it! If it were possible to make more land, where would you want it located? That's your future neighborhood. Do you know where you want to live? Do you need help selecting the best home for the money? If so, you'll value my experience and our RE/MAX Premier Customer Service. You can trust my track record in helping people just like you to find the right home. You'll see information to help you buy, sell, or study (2 comments)
april stephens: Let Me Help Make it Easy!
- 05/04/09 01:06 AM
"Ideas are like rabbits. You get a couple and learn how to handle them, and pretty soon you have a dozen." John Steinbeck Not having a choice in buying or selling a home is frustrating. But having too many choices can be just as frustrating. So my job often involves generating a lot of options, but then carefully sorting them out. In learning your criteria for buying or selling and helping you to focus on "first things first," I can streamline your transaction and improve the result. For example, I can save time for buyers by introducing them to neighborhoods and (0 comments)
april stephens: Top Economists Say Recovery Has Begun
- 04/10/09 01:54 AM
Top Economists Say Recovery Has Begun Economic recovery is about making people feel more confident, says Mark Zandi, chief economist of Moody's Economy.com. Zandi evidenced increasing home sales and gains in the stock market are some promising signs that the worst is over and people will start spending again."We're starting to see some pent-up demand for goods," he says.But Zandi warns that the situation is still fragile. "Confidence is a very fickle thing. It can go from abject pessimism that pervades now to a more balanced view of the world rather quickly."Robert Brusca of FAO Economics is predicting strong growth (1 comments)
With the availability of great deals on the market, many buyers may be focusing too much at a homes price tag rather than the suitability of the home. It is exciting to find a home that is more affordable than before. Unfortunately many buyers are too anxious to dive in and take advantage without considering the long term investment. The average Americas lives in the same home for approximately 9 years, so it's crucial that you think about your long-term needs when buying a home. A 2-bedroom house with a gourmet kitchen may (2 comments)
When it comes time to put your house on the market, be sure you set yourself up for success by making ensuring the house feels like home for your viewers. Particular problem areas are the front yard and entryway onto the property, two of the very first things potential buyers will see when they arrive. Now that the weather is starting to turn warm, it is a good time to put out fresh mulch, plant some colorful flowers in flower beds, pull weeds that have appeared, and trim any bushes that may have become overgrown. Ferns are coming in season (1 comments)
april stephens: Open House Today!
- 03/29/09 07:22 AM
Open House Today at 470 Kintyre Dr. Clayton, NC 27520! Stop by from 2-5pm to tour this fantastic home featuring 2608 sqft, 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths plus bonus, 2 car garage and so much more for only $309,900. This home is truly a must see! Refreshments will be served and you are invited to register for a gift card! See you there! (0 comments)
april stephens: All the Upgrades, This home is Truly Better than New!!
- 03/19/09 03:55 PM
BETTER THAN NEW, PRICED BELOW MARKET! Fabulous home in a popular swim community with all the upgrades! Master down, 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths plus a bonus, extensive crown moulding, chair rail, irrigation system, etc. Plenty of storage on 2nd floor with possibility of expansion. Do not miss this home! 1 year home warranty, Home inpsection performed 3/6/08, practically flawless! (1 comments)
april stephens: Fantastic New Home Just Hit the Market!!
- 03/19/09 03:47 PM
This meticulously maintained home is perfect for you! Hard to find plan with all bedrooms on first floor, HUGE bonus upstairs, STUNNING master retreat, Drop zone/Mud area for coats shoes, Large open living room and GOURMET kitchen with granite, SS appliances, gas cook top, wall mount oven & microwave, Impressive moulding & trim throughout! Full Yard Irrigation System, extensive landscaping, workbench in garage, epoxy coating on Garage Floor, and so much more!!! (0 comments)
april stephens: Raleigh Ranked 6th as one of the Healthiest Housing Markets for 2009!
- 02/20/09 08:19 AM
In an article from BuilderOnline.com Raleigh was ranked #6 based on builder activity. Wilmington, NC & Charlotte, NC also made the list while several areas of Texas claimed many of the top spots. Regardless, I find this very encouraging news! The Healthiest Housing Markets for 2009 Builder, in conjunction with Hanley Wood Market Intelligence, debuts its metric for determining markets with the best and least potential. By: Boyce Thompson 6. Raleigh, N.C. 2008 total building permits: 11,386 Another state capital with multiple universities, Raleigh was still adding jobs at a 1.9 percent annual rate though the third quarter of last year. (0 comments)
april stephens: Chamber Night at the Cleveland Draft House TONIGHT!!
- 02/19/09 03:55 AM
All are welcome to attend the Greater Cleveland Chamber members night at the Cleveland Draft House. $7 per person for an evening of Great food and Great networking. 5:30 PM until. The Drafthouse is located off of Hwy 42 just before the 1-40/42 interchange. Feel free to call or email me for additional details. (0 comments)
april stephens: Its Official!
- 02/06/09 06:20 AM
I have just completed my first week at my new office ReMax Connected!! So far, so good! I am definitely thrilled to be with the ReMax company and am already reaping the benefits of the name. I have learned so much in only one week and I am excited to learn more. I have a new website www.SoldByAprilStephens.com and would appreciate any and all feedback. I plan to post more listings over the weekend so keep checking back! We are getting ready to be experiencing some nice "Spring Like" weather so I am expecting some buyers to start coming out of (2 comments)
april stephens: 5 Top Blunders of Internet Home Buying
- 01/26/09 05:51 AM
How to avoid the common pitfalls of online real estate searching By Matthew Bandyk Posted January 7, 2009 While the painful real estate swoon appears likely to extend well into 2009-at least-the number of Americans using the Internet to find the home of their dreams is poised to keep on climbing. According to the 2008 National Association of Realtors Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers, 87 percent of home buyers used the Internet to search for homes in the past year. That's up steadily from 84 percent in 2007, 80 percent in 2006. But despite its mounting popularity, the Internet home-buying (0 comments)