the schuman team: University Heights Home For Sale - 2366 Traymore Road - 06/04/09 06:27 AM
  WELCOME HOME TO 2366 TRAYMORE ROAD., UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS, OHIO 44118
TOTALLY UPDATED TOP TO BOTTOM!
OFFERED AT $159,900
 
 
This stunning home is a smart and safe choice for any buyer as all the work has already been done. The kitchen has been remodeled with maple cabinets, backsplash and includes all appliances. It also has a charming dinette area. The living room has a beautiful fireplace and opens to the dining room. All rooms have stunning refinished wood floors. Also on the first floor is a cozy den. Upstairs all three bedrooms are spacious and stylish. The full bath is totally … (8 comments)

the schuman team: Solon Real Estate: Monthly Marketing Report May 2009 - 06/03/09 12:43 PM
Solon Real Estate: Monthly Marketing Report May 2009
 
May was a decent month for Solon real estate in terms of actual sold homes here, evidence of things picking up during the spring market.
Specifically, 13 homes officially sold last month at an average sales price of $293,639. Last year, 20 homes sold in May for an average of $309,975.
Last month, only a few sales were bank owned homes, which is drastic change from the beginning part of 2009 when a large percentage of sold homes were bank owned. This means that there are less investors and bargain shoppers, and more … (0 comments)

the schuman team: Cleveland Real Estate: "How much did that house sell for?"--"Sorry, I Can't Tell You" - 06/01/09 02:28 AM
 
Cleveland Real Estate: "How much did that house sell for?"--"Sorry, I Can't Tell You"
 
"I just saw that the home on ______ Drive just went under contract. How much did it sell for?"
As Cleveland real estate agents, we are asked this question all the time by our sellers, buyers, and others who are simply curious, and they sometimes don't like the answer that we give them.
When a home goes under contract, all information is confidential. Whether it is contingent or pending in status, ( for more detailed information about these statuses and others used by most MLS's, click … (6 comments)

the schuman team: Cleveland Real Estate: Buyers - Is The House You See On Line Really Available? - 05/30/09 12:23 AM
 
Cleveland Real Estate: Buyers - Is The House You See On Line Really Available?
 
Most home buyers use the Internet for their home search, but many popular websites do not always reflect the most updated information. Therefore, it is helpful to have Cleveland real estate listings sent directly from an agent as this information is fed directly by their local Multiple Listing Service and is the most reliable and accurate data available.
Another important factor to consider when viewing Cleveland real estate on line is that there are different categories used to convey the given standing of a home, usually listed under a "status" … (5 comments)

the schuman team: Cleveland Ohio Relocation: Family Activites- The Cleveland Zoo - 05/28/09 04:21 AM
If you are thinking of moving to Cleveland, you should know that there are a ton of activities here that are geared to families. A big favorite is the Cleveland Zoo, which is fun for both kids and adults.
There are two main attractions at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo , or the Cleveland Zoo as most here call it, the main zoo and the Rainforest.
The zoo itself was founded in 1882 and is one of the oldest and largest zoos in the nation. It is open year round and located just minutes from downtown . The zoo is home to over 1000 … (4 comments)

the schuman team: Solon Real Estate: Chagrin Highlands - A Special Neighborhood of Luxury Homes - 05/20/09 04:29 PM
CHAGRIN HIGHLANDS OF SOLON OHIO

Chagrin Highlands is a luxury subdivision in Solon, Ohio that offers great location and beautiful homes situated on 1 acre wooded lots, all located within a true neighborhood setting.

 
LOCATION
This is a vast development located in the central part of Solon. The entrance is located off Liberty Road, just north of Bainbridge Road.  Chagrin Highlands offers easy access to the local highway and is also close in proximity to local attractions such as the Solon Community Center, Solon Center for The Arts, local shopping, and the highly rated Solon Schools.
HOUSING
There are approximately 154 … (4 comments)

the schuman team: Solon Real Estate: Updated List of Bank Owned Homes - 05/18/09 10:43 PM
BANK OWNED HOMES IN SOLON, OHIO
During the first quarter of 2009, many of the home transfers here in Solon were bank owned homes. While there are still quite a few bank owned homes available in Solon, they still account for less than 10% of the total inventory.
Here is an up to date list of streets where bank owned homes are located in Solon, Ohio. Some of the homes are in pre-foreclosure or estate sales. 
   
While many bank owned homes in Solon have sold in recent months, there are still great bargains to be had for a few special buyers. There are … (2 comments)

the schuman team: Cleveland Ohio Real Estate: Buying A Home - How Long Home Components Should Last - 05/18/09 01:23 AM
When buying a home, it is important to learn as much about the homes you are viewing, especially ones you really like. This way, you can know expectations up front when you decide to move forward with buying a particular home.
Knowing the age of home components can help you with budgeting for future updates and repairs. The following is a list of life expectancies of certain home components. Keep in mind that these figures are merely averages. If the seller of a particular property does not know how old a certain items is, a home inspector may be able to tell you.

LIFE … (8 comments)

the schuman team: Get A FREE Workout At A Local Gym in Your Area May 11-17 - 05/08/09 06:19 AM
WORK OUT FOR FREE NEXT WEEK, MAY 11-17
 
If you've been putting off joining a gym, or want to make an extra push to get into "bathing suit shape" with summer approaching, now is the time to finally take action. May 11-17, 2009 is Get Active America!, the fitness industry's campaign to help more Americans get involved with fitness. It is also a great way for local gyms to reach out to the community. A win win situation for everyone. The event occurs every year for one week in May. Many local gyms across the country participate and offer a one week FREE … (5 comments)

the schuman team: It's OK To Hook Up With Your Mailman - This Saturday May 9th - 05/06/09 07:49 AM
Join the National Association of Letter Carriers this Saturday, May 9, 2009, in the "Stamp Out Hunger" food drive, the nation's largest single-day food drive. Last year, over 73 million pounds of food were donated to food banks. 13 million children are at risk! As Schools end for the summer, millions of children will not get the food support they usually receive through the National School Lunch Program. Please help the cause by leaving non-perishable food donations in a bag ( any type of bag is acceptable ) next to your mailbox for your letter carrier.
Here is all you need … (5 comments)

the schuman team: Kids Making A Difference For Cancer - The Race: Mother's Day at Legacy Village in Lyndhurst, Ohio - 05/05/09 12:40 AM
 Join the Women You Love For A Special Mother's Day Event To Fight Breast Cancer


When: Sunday May 10, 2009
Where: Legacy Village , 25001 Cedar Road, Lyndhurst, Ohio 
Time: Registration 8:00 AM
         Run: 9:00 AM
         Walk: 9:30 AM
Why: A Great Cause and Fun ( T-Shirts, food, entertainment, and children's activities )
                                                                                            Photo Courtesy of Clifford Norton Studio
 

Please join us for a special family event that will be held at Legacy Village this Mother's Day. This event was started five years ago by then two young children, Josh Berns and his sister Danielle. The … (3 comments)

the schuman team: Pepper Pike Real Estate: Monthly Market Report April 2009 - 05/04/09 12:48 PM
The Pepper Pike real estate market got off to a decent start in the beginning of the year and has been able to hold steady as we enter the spring market.
Specifically, 6 homes sold in April 2009, which is the same number of homes that sold during the same period last year. The good news is that year to date, homes sale are up 33% in 2009 compared to last year. In addition, recent activity shows that 7 homes went under contract in April. 
Here is an unofficial list of all homes that SOLD in April in Pepper Pike.
 
 
SUMMARY
The spring market is in full … (0 comments)

the schuman team: Beachwood Ohio Real Estate: Monthly Marketing Report April 2009 - 05/04/09 12:03 PM
April was a somewhat slow month in the Beachwood real estate market in terms of actual sales. Specifically, 5 homes officially sold last month compared to 9 sales in April of 2008. However, there were 12 homes that went under contract in April, which is a great sign of increased buyer activity.
Here is an unofficial list of all homes that that SOLD in April 2009 here in Beachwood.
 

 
SUMMARY
The spring market is in full force. Buyers are seriously looking and ready to commit when finding the right home. There are currently only 41 single-family homes on the market here in … (0 comments)

the schuman team: Solon Ohio Real Estate: Monthly Marketing Report April 2009 - 05/04/09 08:27 AM
April was somewhat slow in terms of actual sold homes, but was extremely busy in terms of contracts. A detailed explanation will be given in the summary comments below.
Specifically, 12 homes officially sold last month compared with 18 sales in February 2008. However, a real indication of buyer activity is better measured by the fact that 34 homes went under contact in April. While most of these homes haven't transferred as this time, this does show that buyer activity is picking up. 
Here is an unofficial list of all homes that SOLD in April, 2009 here in Solon.
 

SUMMARY
The spring … (0 comments)

the schuman team: Solon Ohio Entertainment: Guide for Local Children's Birthday Parties - 05/01/09 04:34 AM
GUIDE TO LOCAL AREA CHILDREN'S BIRTHDAY PARTIES

Whether you have lived in the Solon area for a long time or have recently relocated here, finding a suitable venue for your child's birthday party can be a challenge. With that in mind, we have put together a list of places that have been kid tested and approved.
Many of these businesses are located in or near Solon and are locally owned and operated. Most also have special packages and pricing specifically for birthday parties. A few are seasonal so availability will depend on the date of your child's birthday party. Whatever you … (4 comments)

the schuman team: Hollywood Casting Director Hosting Free Casting Call In Cleveland This Saturday May 2 - 04/30/09 07:54 AM
An actor friend of mine sent me this information and said it is a great opportunity for local area actors to get introduced to a nationally recognized casting director. Please read the types of people they are looking for below and feel free to pass this on to someone you know who may be interested.
FREE OPEN CASTING CALL FOR EXTRAS AND ACTORSin Cleveland, Ohio  at the 
 AGORA THEATER5000 Euclid AvenueCleveland, OH 44103SATURDAY MAY 2, 2009
Bill Marinella and the ACME Casting Company are hosting a free open call for extras and actors. This a great way to introduce yourself to this well respected … (3 comments)

the schuman team: Cleveland Ohio Real Estate: Follow This Chart And Price Your Home To Sell Fast - 04/28/09 12:22 AM
Many area home owners are looking to sell their home for a variety of reasons. Have you outgrown your current home, looking to move into a different school district, or maybe relocating out of the area?  Regardless of the reason for selling, the ultimate goal is to sell, but the challenge for many is knowing how to properly price a home in order to get it sold quickly.
We can tell you with confidence that pricing your home aggressively to sell at the beginning of the listing period will give you a better chance to sell, and for a better price.
Take a look at the chart below: 
 
As you can … (10 comments)

the schuman team: Cleveland Ohio Real Estate - Property Taxes Won't Be Greatly Affected By Decrease in County Reappraisals - 04/26/09 03:02 PM
The results of the recent reappraisal process were released and almost all communities saw a decrease in value for the period 2006-2008, meaning slight adjustments in the amount home owners will pay in property tax.
Here in Cuyahoga County, the largest county in the state of Ohio, the Auditor's office conducts a reappraisal process every three years.  Although values were still increasing during 2006, the last two years saw enough declines area wide to put most areas in negative numbers for the three year period that just ended in December. Specifically, here are how some areas on the East side fared ( preliminary figures … (3 comments)

the schuman team: Family Vacations Create Special Memories - Our Trip To Washington - 04/24/09 12:40 AM
Amy and I met in Washington DC about 15 years ago and had the pleasure of taking our kids back to our old stomping ground for their first visit to the nations capital. Like most people, we had a hard time leaving our business as the spring market seems to be picking up, but the quality time spent with our family during this trip was priceless.
Although the weather wasn't great, we still got to see the monuments, the zoo, a ton of museums, and the end of the cherry blossom festival. This was our first real family trip and our kids really … (8 comments)

the schuman team: Real Estate In Solon Ohio: New Luxury Home Listing In Signature Of Solon - 04/23/09 02:57 PM

As members of the elite Luxury Home Consultants of KW realty greater Cleveland, we are pleased to announce the latest listing located in prestigious Signature of Solon.
37290 Wexford Drive, Solon Ohio 44139
 

  

This spectacular home has old world charm with unsurpassed elegance. You will get a feeling of grandeur from the moment you enter this true masterpiece. The impressive entryway will let you know that you are entering one of Solon's finest homes.
This incredible European style luxury home has amazing craftsmanship and is impressive in every way imaginable. The gourmet kitchen features Italian tumbled marble … (4 comments)

 
Dan and Amy Schuman, Luxury Home Specialists (Howard Hanna Real Estate Services)

Dan and Amy Schuman

Luxury Home Specialists

Solon, OH

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Howard Hanna Real Estate Services

Address: 3550 Lander Road, Cleveland, oh, 44124

Office: (216) 831-0210

Mobile: (216) 346-3235

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