prudential one realty: Elkhart Real Estate Agent Evelyn Johnston Asks-Just What Is Holding YOU Back From Buying A Home? - 09/05/09 02:53 PM
What is holding you back from buying a home in Elkhart?  The inventory of homes is very impressive and gives you more choices than you have had for years and years.  Home Owners are aware of their competition and in most cases are cleaning up, painting and making their homes more attractive than ever.  Just for you.  They are trying to get your attention!
Interest rates are still low, money is available from Lending Institutions and if the property is in a Rural Area, there is no down payment.  What are YOU waiting for?  Just what is holding YOU back from … (0 comments)

prudential one realty: Elkhart REALTOR(r) Evelyn Johnston Shares-Short Sale Homes-Everything You Need To Know-Part 4 - 08/23/09 08:19 AM
Short Sales are part of everyElkhart, Indiana REALTOR0r)'s language these days.  There isn't a week that goes by that someone calls and says they are not able to make their Mortgage Payment and asks if I can help them.  Some of these folks have spoken to their Mortgage Lender and they suggested a Short Sale or have spoken with La Casa Goshen and they gave them my name and phone number.  If you are just joining this series, please go back and read Part 1, Part 2 and Part 3 so you can catch up.
As a Home Owner, selling your home … (0 comments)

prudential one realty: Elkhart, Indiana, Are You Afraid To Buy A Home Because You Might Loose Your Job? - 08/07/09 11:22 AM
Elkhart Indiana does have an unusually high percentage of unemployment, although we are seeing signs of a turn around a number of folks are still unsure about their jobs.  The thought of making a committment to a Lender to purchase a home is a real threat to some.  President Obama has upped the amount of the First Home Buyer's Tax Credit from 2008 in which you had to repay the $7,500 then available.  Now the First Time Home Buyer's Tax Credit is 10% of the purchase price, up to a total of $8,000, and it does not need to be paid … (1 comments)

prudential one realty: Elkhart, Indiana, Local Business: Gold Key Home Inspections, Inc. - 08/06/09 01:11 PM
Purchasing a home in Elkhart, Indiana is one of the largest investments you will ever make.  The more you know about the property you are considering the easieer it will be for you to move forward decisively and comfortably.
A home inspection performed by a trained professional can provide the common sense information you need. A thorough, unbiased report from an inspector who knows what is important and how to present it in a balanced way means:
Fewer surprises during the transaction A faster, more efficient sale Less possibiity of post-closing issues Awhile back I wrote a post titled "Elkhart, Indiana, How … (0 comments)

prudential one realty: Elkhart, Indiana, New Home Owners, Here Are Tips When You Are Ready To Move! - 08/06/09 12:31 PM
If you are one of the New Home Owner's in Elkhart, Indiana that has perhaps taken advantage of the low housing prices, low interest rates and combined that with the First Time Home Owner's Tax Credit of up to $8,000 you know that packing is one of those dreaded but necessary chores of moving. Not only is it time consuming, but it sheds light on how much we really have accumulated since the last move. But it can be a manageable task by starting early and having a plan.
Don't wait until the last minute.
Moving is stressful enough. Give yourself at … (2 comments)

prudential one realty: Prudential One Realty Owners Dates Back to 1945! - 07/31/09 08:23 AM
Prudential One Realty has deep roots in the Elkhart, South Bend, Goshen and Mishawaka Area, dating back as far as 1945, that is before I was born!  Edwardsburg and Sturges (Michigan) and Warsaw (Indiana) are also now represented.

In 1945 Joseph Dunfee Sr started his Real Estate Company as Associated Realty and his son Joseph Jr. took over the leadership role in 1972.  Joe, as we fondly call him, was the first Real Estate Company to bring a franchise into the Michiana area, known at that time as Gallery of Homes.  He was also the first to operate multiple offices in South Bend, Elkhart … (0 comments)

prudential one realty: Bridlewood Estates, Goshen Indiana, Close to Town, But Still In The Country! - 07/29/09 02:38 PM
Bridlewood Estates is a median priced Subdivision and has a wide range of styles that have been built including ranch and 2 story homes and is located on CR 20 just east of SR 15 behind Jefferson Township Fire Station.  US 20 is a few miles north and access to east or west arteries is a snap from there. This Subdivision was the most popular place to live for both 2007 and 2008 according to the sales reported thru the Elkhart County Board of REALTOR's(r) Multiple Listing Service.
Bridlewood Estates consists of approximatly 145 lots of which 90% of the lots … (0 comments)

prudential one realty: Orchard Ridge Subdivision, Elkhart, Concord Township, Indiana, A Place to Call Home!4 Bedroom, 3.5 Bath Home For Sale - 07/27/09 12:31 PM
Orchard Ridge Subdivision in Elkhart, Indiana is a move up neighborhood with homes currently on the market ranging in value from $224,000 up to $350,000. Orchard Ridge is a fully developed subdivision by Pheasant Ridge Development Company. Phase 1 had 77 lots to sell Phase 2 was begun in the summer of 1999 and Phase 3 became available in the fall of 2000.  Homeowners Association dues began at $100 per year plus a $100 initiation fee. This 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath home for saleis located deep within the subdivision where car traffic is at a minimum, your safety at a maximum...
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prudential one realty: Fieldston Crossing, Goshen, Indiana Sold The Most Subdivision Homes in Jefferson Township - 07/26/09 08:54 AM
Fieldstone Crossing is Jefferson Township's most popular selling Subdivision for the first half of 2009. For the second year in a row I am tracking sales per Township and Subdivision.  Last year's report can be found here, and at the end of the year I will compile my two reports to give the whole year's view.

This year, 8 homes have been sold and range from a 3 bedroom, 1.75 bath and 1910 square feet sold for $195,000 while a 5 bedroom, 3 bath home with 558 square feet of living space fetched $342,500 from a happy home owner. The … (0 comments)

prudential one realty: Wakarusa, Elkhart County, Indiana 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home For Sale! 3.5 Acres - 07/23/09 12:48 PM
Wakarusa, Indiana is a mere 7 miles south of Elkhart yet is out in the country, with fresh air and hometown appeal!  This 3 bedroom, 2 bath home for sale is located at 30275 CR 36 and is an executive show piece...heated swimming pool and all!
If peace and tranquility are what you are looking for, if playing in the pool no matter what time of day or night it is, if puttering in the garden appeals to you, this could be your safe haven, called home...no subdivision rules and regulations, no neighbors close enough to shout a greeting to and very … (0 comments)

prudential one realty: Elkhart County, Indiana, 2009 Mid Year Home Sales For Jackson Township - 07/21/09 01:22 PM
Jackson Township has had 6 home sales begining January 1, 2009 and ending on June 30, 2009.  These homes range in price from $22,500 for a 2 bedroom, 2 bath manufactured home to $250,000 for 3 bedrooms and 2.75 bath ranch.
Subdivisions within these sales are:  Falcon Nest, Horizon Place, Southfield Place and Tarmans.

This information was brought to you courtesy of your local Elkhart County Real Estate Expert Evelyn Johnston with Prudential One Reatly at 574-304-7148.


 
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prudential one realty: Elkhart County, Indiana, 2009 Mid Year Home Sales For Benton Township - 07/21/09 01:15 PM
Benton Township has had 6 home sales begining January 1, 2009 and ending on June 30, 2009.  These homes range in price from $32,000 for a 2 bedroom, 1 bath ranch home to $157,000 for 5 bedrooms and 2 bath two story.
Subdivisions within these sales are:  Sandbrooke
This information was brought to you courtesy of your local Elkhart County Real Estate Expert Evelyn Johnston with Prudential One Reatly at 574-304-7148.
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prudential one realty: Elkhart county 2009 Mid Year Home Sales for Union Township - 07/20/09 02:13 PM
Union Township has had 10 home sales begining January 1, 2009 and ending on June 30, 2009.  These homes range in price from $5,000 for a 3 bedroom, 1 bath one and a half story home to $185,900 for 3 bedrooms and 2 and a half bath two story home.
This information was brought to you courtesy of your local Elkhart County Real Estate Expert Evelyn Johnston with Prudential One Reatly at 574-304-7148.
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prudential one realty: Elkhart County, Indiana 2009 Clinton Township Mid year Sales - 07/18/09 01:07 AM
Clinton Township has had 5 home sales begining January 1, 2009 and ending on June 30, 2009.  These homes range in price from $34,000 for a 3 bedroom, 1 bath one and a half story home to $137,000 for 4 bedrooms and 2 bath one and a half story home.
This information was brought to you courtesy of your local Elkhart County Real Estate Expert Evelyn Johnston with Prudential One Reatly at 574-304-7148.
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prudential one realty: Elkhart County, Indiana 2009 Elkhart Township Mid year Sales - 07/18/09 01:03 AM
Elkhart Township has had 108 home sales begining January 1, 2009 and ending on June 30, 2009.  These homes range in price from $8,000 for a 3 bedroom, 1 bath two story home to $210,937 for 3 bedrooms and 3 bath condo/duplex.
This information was brought to you courtesy of your local Elkhart County Real Estate Expert Evelyn Johnston with Prudential One Reatly at 574-304-7148.
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prudential one realty: Elkhart County, Indiana 2009 Harrison Township Mid year Sales - 07/15/09 10:37 AM
HarrisonTownship has had 1 home sales begining January 1, 2009 and ending on June 30, 2009.  This township only had one home that sold $395,000 for a 3 bedroom, 5 bath two story story home.
This home was located out in the country...
This information was brought to you courtesy of your local Elkhart County Real Estate Expert Evelyn Johnston with Prudential One Reatly at 574-304-7148.
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prudential one realty: Goshen, Indiana, Greencroft Senior Center - 07/15/09 10:15 AM
Goshen's Greencroft Senior Center offers choice activities and programs for all area adults, 55 and older, at no or low cost.  For more information please call 574-537-4090.  Also available for private rentals and catered events, with seating to 500.  Real Services meals served Monday through Friday at 11:30 am.  Meal reservations are at 574-971-6016 between 10 am and 11:30 am the previous weekday. Donation: $3.
Adult day Services at the Thelma A. Schrock Homestead, Monday through Friday 7:30 am to 5 pm.  Call 574-537-4000 and ask for a marketing associate, or contact them via greencroft.org.
Homemaker, handyman and companion services for … (2 comments)

prudential one realty: Elkhart County, Indiana 2009 Olive Township Mid year Sales - 07/15/09 10:11 AM
Olive Township has had 3 home sales begining January 1, 2009 and ending on June 30, 2009.  These homes range in price from $60,000 for a 4 bedroom, 3 bath one and a half story home to $425,000 for 4 bedrooms and 1.5 bath ranch.
None of these homes were in a subdivision.
This information was brought to you courtesy of your local Elkhart County Real Estate Expert Evelyn Johnston with Prudential One Reatly at 574-304-7148.
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prudential one realty: Elkhart County, Indiana, 2009 Mid Year Home Sales For Middlebury Township - 07/15/09 10:08 AM
Middlebury Township has had 29 home sales begining January 1, 2009 and ending on June 30, 2009.  These homes range in price from $74,400 for a 4 bedroom, 1.75 bath tri-level home to $425,000 for 5 bedrooms and 3.5 bath ranch.
Subdivisions within these sales are:  Cedar Creek, Farmington, Highland Hills, Highland Park, Krider Addition, Spring Valley, The Summitt, Twin Oaks and The Villas of River Park.
This information was brought to you courtesy of your local Elkhart County Real Estate Expert Evelyn Johnston with Prudential One Reatly at 574-304-7148.
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prudential one realty: Elkhart County, Indiana 2009 Jefferson Township Mid year Sales - 07/15/09 10:02 AM
Jefferson Township has had 48 home sales begining January 1, 2009 and ending on June 30, 2009.  These homes range in price from $29,900 for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath manufactured home to $342,500 for 4 bedrooms and 3 bath ranch.
Subdivisions within these sales are:  Bridlewood, Emerald Chase, Fieldstone Crossing, Fieldstone Meadows, Hidden Meadow, Indian Creek Colony, Jefferson Place, Jefferson Ridge, Jemain Trace, Pleasantview Estates, Whispering Valley and Woodstock.
This information was brought to you courtesy of your local Elkhart County Real Estate Expert Evelyn Johnston with Prudential One Reatly at 574-304-7148.
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