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shortsalespecialist: 🙋‍♂️A Vacation Rental Home is a Great Investment - 10/26/20 12:35 PM

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🎯A Vacation Rental Home is a Great Investment

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shortsalespecialist: SoCal Home Owners Here R 2 Important Impacts of Increasing Home Equity - 10/26/20 12:08 PM

Equity continues to rise, helping American homeowners secure a much more stable financial future. According to the most recent data from CoreLogic, the average homeowner gained $9,800 in equity over the past year. In addition, experts project 2020 home prices to continue rising. With prices going up, equity gains will also keep accelerating. Black Knight just reported:
“The annual percent change in the overall median existing single-family-home price has skyrocketed in the past several months, with recent numbers at three to five times higher than rates seen in the past several years.”
Jeff Tucker, Senior Economist at Zillow, just qualified recent price increases as “jaw-dropping” and “within a hair’s breadth of double-digit year-over-year … (0 comments)

shortsalespecialist: 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)

shortsalespecialist: 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)

shortsalespecialist: 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)

shortsalespecialist: 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)

shortsalespecialist: 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)

shortsalespecialist: 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)

shortsalespecialist: 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)

shortsalespecialist: 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)

shortsalespecialist: 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)

shortsalespecialist: 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)

shortsalespecialist: 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)

shortsalespecialist: Is the SoCal Economic Recovery Beating All Projections? - 09/21/20 04:05 PM

Earlier this year, many economists and market analysts were predicting an apocalyptic financial downturn that would potentially rattle the U.S. economy for years to come. They immediately started to compare it to the Great Depression of a century ago. Six months later, the economy is still trying to stabilize, but it is evident that the country will not face the total devastation projected by some. As we continue to battle the pandemic, forecasts are now being revised upward. The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) just reported:
“The U.S. economy and labor market are recovering from the coronavirus-related downturn more quickly than previously expected, economists said … (0 comments)

shortsalespecialist: Homes In SoCal and Across the Country Are Selling Fast [INFOGRAPHIC] - 09/21/20 03:42 PM

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Some Highlights Buyers are actively searching for and purchasing homes at a record-breaking pace. According to the latest report from the National Association of Realtors (NAR), in July, 68% of homes were on the market for less than a month. With homes moving from listing day to pending sale in an average of just 22 days, it’s a great time to sell a house. Let’s connect today so you can make your move while buyers are scooping homes up faster than they’re coming to market.
« How Low Inventory May Impact the Housing Market This FallIs the Economic Recovery Beating All Projections? … (0 comments)

shortsalespecialist: Expectations for the California Economy for the Remainder of 2020, and Beyond - 09/15/20 04:07 PM

by Mark Schniepp
REBLOGGED By Chris B Johnson REALTOR
So now we know that the answer to restoring the economy is to end the pandemic. That may seem obvious but here’s why it’s not. Containment has proven fragile, with notable spikes in parts of the country. Moreover, premature reopening may mean that the curtailment of pandemic hot spots will take longer.
The pandemic must be eradicated rather than controlled, because new outbreaks are possible and/or a 2nd wave might occur, resulting in the possible reinstatement of business closures and economic carnage. In other words, we can’t predict which way the virus will go and who … (0 comments)

shortsalespecialist: SoCal Sellers-Have You Ever Seen a SoCal Housing Market Like This? - 09/08/20 02:38 PM

The year 2020 will certainly be one to remember, with new realities and norms that changed the way we live. This year’s real estate market is certainly no exception to that shift, with historic highlights continuing to break records and challenge what many thought possible in the housing market. Here’s a look at four key areas that are fundamentally defining the market this year.
Housing Market Recovery The economy was intentionally put on pause this spring in response to the COVID-19 health crisis. Many aspects of the common real estate transaction were placed on hold at the same time. Thankfully, technology and innovation … (0 comments)

shortsalespecialist: SoCal Flippers, Builders & Realtors Agree: Real Estate Is Back! - 08/25/20 11:33 AM

We believe every family should feel confident when buying and selling a home.

When shelter-in-place orders brought the economy to a screeching halt earlier this year, many believed the residential housing market would follow suit. Countless analysts predicted buyer demand would disappear and home values would depreciate for the first time in almost a decade. That, however, didn’t happen. It appears the opposite is taking place.
After the bottom fell out of the real estate market immediately following the shutdown, it has come roaring back – and seems to still be gaining steam. Here’s a look at two recent reports – one from the National Association of … (0 comments)

shortsalespecialist: Current July Home Sales Show SoCal Recovery Is Sticking - 08/22/20 12:39 PM

Housing by the Numbers Things are moving quickly in today's real estate market, but the numbers are looking good for both buyers and sellers. Let's connect to make sure you have what you need to achieve your housing goals this year.
#SellYourHomeForMoreandPayLess, #TimeToSell #ChrisBJohnsonRealtor, #SellersPayZEROCommission, #ListYourHomeAndPayNoCommission, #BetterThanFSBO, #5StarREALTOR®, #FixandFlip, #RealEstateInvestor, #TopProducer, #AJIBoom, #XomeAgentNetwork, #BidOnHomes, #ShortSaleSpecialist, #REOSpecialist, #363benttwig #290epennst #709OrchardSt #958BretonSt
Existing-home sales soared 24.7% in July, outpacing their record growth of 20.7% in June, when the nation’s economic reopening ignited homebuying activity, the National Association of REALTORS® reported Friday. Now 8.7% higher year over year, the strong rise in existing-home sales—including single-family homes, townhomes, condominiums, … (3 comments)

shortsalespecialist: California Single Family Homes Sales & Values Report July 2020 - 08/22/20 12:30 PM

On August 17, 2020, California Association of Realtors (C.A.R) reported an annualized rate of 437,890 single family homes sold in California in July of 2020 jumped 28.8% from 339,910 in June of 2020, and gained 6.4% from 411,630 homes sold in July of 2019. While, single family homes values higher 6.4% to the price of $666,320 in July of 2020 from price of $626,170 in June of 2020, and increased 9.6% from price of $607,990 in July of 2019 in California. The average price for a square foot was $304.00 in July of 2020 up from $290.00 in July of … (1 comments)

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