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sellyourhomeformoreandpayless: Opportunity knocking...calling?! - 10/24/20 02:12 PM

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Opportunity knocking...calling?!

An agent in an online real estate group made a statement that resonated with me. He said, "If I called every agent in the group (of 100K+), less than 20% would answer."

But did test the theory?

No. And I was ready to prove him wrong! LOL

As a seasoned agent, I know success in this industry is more than just answering the phone. It is:

Putting to action a plan for each potential client is of the greatest importance.
Self confidence along with local … (2 comments)

sellyourhomeformoreandpayless: Kensett AR school house, 1910, postcard of Ray Hanley's. - 10/24/20 01:47 PM

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Kensett ARK Public School 1910.
The Arkansas Democrat Gazette often runs old postcard pictures from Ray Hanley's collection. They are interesting, especially when they are near us. This one was on line a few days ago and is very interesting. Where was it located in Kensett AR? Perhaps a Searcy Sleuth will remember and let us know. One interesting thing was pointed out. It stated that the two teachers in the doorway (seeing how small they look in the doorway makes the building look MUCH larger) probably made the … (0 comments)

sellyourhomeformoreandpayless: California housing market outperforms expectations, breaking record high median price for fourth straight month - 10/23/20 09:45 AM

Why Selling Your House Before Next Spring Is KeyToday's housing market is empowering homeowners with the control they want when selling their house, but as home inventory begins to rise, this fair weather won't last forever. Let's connect to start the process of selling your house now while it's still the best time to do so.
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California housing market outperforms expectations, breaking record high median price for fourth straight month, C.A.R. reports
- Existing, single-family home sales totaled 489,590 in September on a seasonally adjusted annualized rate, up 5.2 percent from August and up 21.2 percent from September 2019.
- September’s statewide median home price … (0 comments)

sellyourhomeformoreandpayless: Selling Your SoCal House Is the Right Move, Right Now [INFOGRAPHIC] - 10/23/20 09:08 AM

Some Highlights Demand from homebuyers has skyrocketed this year, which means today’s sellers are poised to win big. This ideal moment in time to sell your house won’t last forever, though. With more sellers coming to the market in the spring, waiting until next year means buyers will have more choices, so your home may not stand out from the crowd. Let’s connect today to discuss why now may be the right time to make a move on your terms.
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Americans Are Gaining Confidence in the Economy Real Estate Continues to Show Unprecedented Strength This Year … (0 comments)

sellyourhomeformoreandpayless: Oct 23,2020 zip code 80017 market report - 10/23/20 09:03 AM

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Houses Condos Aurora, CO 80017 Fri Oct 23 2020
This week the median list price for Aurora, CO 80017 is $367,400 with the market action index hovering around 90. This is less than last month's market action index of 93. Inventory has held steady at or around 18. Click here to stay informed with the Aurora market!
Market Action Index This answers “How’s the Market?” by comparing rate of sales versus inventory.
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket0102030405060708090100TodayTodayLast MonthLast Month9090Strong Seller's Market
In the last few weeks, the market has been … (2 comments)

sellyourhomeformoreandpayless: SoCal Home Values Projected to Keep Rising - 10/23/20 08:48 AM

As we enter the final months of 2020 and continue to work through the challenges this year has brought, some of us wonder what impact continued economic uncertainty could have on home prices. Looking at the big picture, the rules of supply and demand will give us the clearest idea of what is to come.
Due to the undersupply of homes on the market today, there’s upward pressure on prices. Consider simple economics: when there is high demand for an item and a low supply of it, consumers are willing to pay more for that item. That’s what’s happening in today’s real estate … (0 comments)

sellyourhomeformoreandpayless: A Few Simple Thoughts For The Moment.... - 10/21/20 11:22 AM

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I’m guilty as charged!! I haven’t written anything that resembles a blog post for over a week. The time has come!! Retirement has been an adjustment from my previously typical day of marketing from morning through most of the day. I can honestly say, I don’t miss it.
I’ll always be grateful for having over 40 years of participating in the real estate business. I’ve bought and sold my fair share of homes; managed real estate offices; and secured plenty … (0 comments)

sellyourhomeformoreandpayless: SoCal Weekly Unemployment Remains Stuck at 15 Percent - 10/21/20 11:18 AM

ReBlogged BY CHRIS B JOHNSON REALTOR® Written by Mark Schniepp
Our estimates of the latest weekly unemployment rate from last week have the nation improving but the State moving laterally. The State’s rate remains stuck at 15.3 percent.
The dip in the U.S. rate to less than 11.0 percent occurred because claims for unemployment declined last week, but that week included Labor Day which could have impacted total new filings.
The official unemployment rate in August for the nation is 8.4 percent, but in view of who is receiving unemployment benefits, it’s effectively much higher.
Continuing claims for unemployment insurance currently exceed 13 million. This level of unemployment claims … (0 comments)

sellyourhomeformoreandpayless: SoCal HomeOwners, Here's Why Today’s Options Will Save Homeowners from Foreclosure - 10/21/20 10:57 AM

Many housing experts originally voiced concern that the mortgage forbearance program (which allows families impacted financially by COVID to delay mortgage payments to a later date) could lead to an increase in foreclosures when forbearances end.
Some originally forecasted that up to 30% of homeowners would choose to enter forbearance. Less than 10% actually did, and that percentage has been dropping steadily. Black Knight recently reported that the national forbearance rate has decreased to 5.6%, with active forbearances falling below 3 million for the first time since mid-April.
Many of those still in forbearance are actually making timely payments. Christopher Maloney of Bloomberg Wealth recently explained:
“Almost one quarter … (0 comments)

sellyourhomeformoreandpayless: There is no Joy in Mudville; There is no V-shaped Recovery - 10/20/20 05:29 PM

ReBlogged.BY CHRIS B JOHNSON REALTOR®
by Mark Schniepp
October 2020
Oh, somewhere in this favored land the sun is shining bright;
the band is playing somewhere, and somewhere hearts are light,
and somewhere men are laughing, and somewhere children shout;
but there is no joy in Mudville — mighty Casey has struck out.
— Ernest Thayer, 1888
While there is conjecture on this, for a V-shaped recovery to occur, we would need the level of employment to return close to or at the level last recorded in February of this year. And we would need that to occur, by say, the end of 2020. Initially the … (2 comments)

sellyourhomeformoreandpayless: Southern Californian's Are Gaining Confidence in the Economy - 10/20/20 05:13 PM

The September Jobs Report issued by the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that the unemployment rate dropped to 7.9%. Though that percentage is well below what experts projected earlier this year, it still means millions of people are without work. There’s no way to minimize the tremendous impact this pandemic-induced recession continues to have on many Americans.
However, the latest Home Purchase Sentiment Index from Fannie Mae shows how more and more Americans believe the worst is behind us, and their personal employment situation is good. The index revealed:
“The percentage of respondents who say they are not concerned about losing their job in the next 12 months increased … (0 comments)

sellyourhomeformoreandpayless: Do SoCal HomeOwners Need to Know More about Forbearance and Mortgage Relief Options? - 10/19/20 12:06 PM

Earlier this year when the nation pressed pause on the economy and unemployment rates jumped up significantly, many homeowners were immediately concerned about being able to pay their mortgages, and understandably so. To assist in this challenging time, two protection plans were put into place to help support those in need.
First, there was a pause placed on initiating foreclosures for government-backed loans. This plan started on March 18, 2020, and it extends at least through December 31, 2020. Second, homeowners were able to obtain forbearance for up to 180 days, followed by a potential extension for up to another 180 days. This way, there … (0 comments)

sellyourhomeformoreandpayless: Price Reduced! 600 Acorn Grove Ct Tallahassee Real Estate - 10/19/20 11:59 AM

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sellyourhomeformoreandpayless: SoCal Real Estate Continues to Show Unprecedented Strength This Year - 10/19/20 11:47 AM

The 2020 housing market has surpassed all expectations and continues to drive the nation’s economic recovery. The question is, will this positive trend continue throughout the rest of the year, especially given the uncertainty around the current health crisis, the upcoming election, and more?
Here’s a look at what several industry-leading experts have to say.
Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist, National Association of Realtors
“Home sales continue to amaze, and there are plenty of buyers in the pipeline ready to enter the market…Further gains in sales are likely for the remainder of the year, with mortgage rates hovering around 3% and with continued job recovery.”
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sellyourhomeformoreandpayless: Wordless Wednesday: Honeycrisp Bonanza1 - 10/14/20 12:01 PM

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October is a wonderful month for apples of all types. This display, at Bristol Farms in Santa Barbara, this bountiful apple display of honeycrisp (aka honeycrunch) caught my attention.

Honeycrisp is an apple cultivar developed at the Minnesota Agricultural Experiment Station's Horticultural Research Center in 1960, at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities. Wikipedia
Written by Ron & Alexandra Seigel-

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sellyourhomeformoreandpayless: Do NOT Wait to List Your SoCal Home For Sale - Do It Now :) - 10/14/20 11:48 AM

Many industries have been devastated by the economic shutdown caused by the COVID-19 virus. Real estate is not one of them.
Mark Fleming, Chief Economist for First American, just reported:
“Since hitting a low point during the initial stages of the pandemic, the only major industry to display immunity to the economic impacts of the coronavirus is the housing market. Housing has experienced a strong V-shaped recovery and is now exceeding pre-pandemic levels.”
Buyer demand is still strong heading into the fall. ShowingTime, which tracks the average number of buyer showings on residential properties, just announced that buyer showings are up 61.9% compared to the same time last year. They went on … (0 comments)

sellyourhomeformoreandpayless: 6 Reasons SoCal Sellers Win by Selling with a Real Estate Agent This Fall - 10/12/20 06:41 PM

There are many benefits to working with a real estate professional when selling your house. During challenging times, like what we face today, it becomes even more important to have an expert you trust to help guide you through the process. If you’re considering selling on your own, known in the industry as a For Sale by Owner (FSBO), it’s critical to consider the following:
1. Your Safety Is a Priority Your family’s safety should always come first, and that’s more crucial than ever given the current health situation in our country. When you FSBO, it is incredibly difficult to control entry … (2 comments)

sellyourhomeformoreandpayless: SoCal Is It Time To Move Up or Down Size? Thinking of Moving? [INFOGRAPHIC] - 10/09/20 11:38 AM

We believe every family should feel confident when buying and selling a home.
Some Highlights If you’re ready to sell your house but you’re worried about finding one to move into, why not invest in a brand-new home built just for you? New construction is on the rise, so it’s a great time to think about a custom home to fit your family’s changing needs. Let’s connect today to discuss how to sell your house while buyer demand is high and find you a new home to call your own while you’re at it.
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sellyourhomeformoreandpayless: Creekshire Estates Market Report OCT 2020 (Steele Creek) - 10/08/20 06:41 PM

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Creekshire Estates Market Report OCT 2020 (Steele Creek)

Creekshire Estates homes tend to command top dollar, selling in a relatively short period of time. With a wonderful location in the Steele Creek community and proximity to Lake Wylie, residents enjoy the convenience of the city and the enjoyment of the lake, both!
Friendly neighbors, great floorplans and low HOA dues are draws to this lovely neighborhood.

I recently listed and sold a lovely ranch with fully finished basement in Creekshire Estates. My sellers received multiple … (0 comments)

sellyourhomeformoreandpayless: Should You Buy a SoCal Retirement Home Sooner Rather than Later? - 10/08/20 06:28 PM

Every day in the U.S., roughly 10,000 people turn 65. Prior to the health crisis that swept the nation in 2020, most people had to wait until they retired to make a move to the beach, the golf course, or the senior living community they were looking to settle into for their later years in life. This year, however, the game changed.
Many of today’s workers who are nearing the end of their professional careers, but maybe aren’t quite ready to retire, have a new choice to make: should I move before I retire? If the sand and sun are calling your name and you … (2 comments)

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