Real estate blog entries tagged with first time buyers by Scott Baker, Realtor Homes for Sale Cincinnati/Dayton Ohio (www.eHomeReports.com Coldwell Banker Realty)

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first time buyers: Showings Before and After Tax Credits - 07/28/10 11:07 PM

Showings Before and After Tax Credits in the Cincinnati Ohio Marketplace. This graph shows the % of homes that had a showing that week. For example, week 15 in 2009, 55.7% of the homes on the market had a showing that week.

For reference, week 17 is week ending April 25. Week 19 is week ending May 9 and the last week (22)shown the end of May. Showings in 2010 have dropped off significantly since the tax credits have ended. Hopefully this is temporary and we will soon see a positive bounce.
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first time buyers: First Time Home Buyers percentage of the Real Estate market - 06/22/10 02:13 PM

First Time Home Buyers percentage of the Real Estate Market
The percentage of homes that were sold to First Time Home Buyers has increased to 47% nationally. Locally in the Cincinnati market we were at 40% for First Time Home Buyers.

Normally the national market numbers come in around 40% of the sales are first time home buyers.

The West region lead the nation in percentage of first time home buyers with 51%. Even though the Midwest came in at 48%, the Cincinnati market had 40%of it's sales in 2009 attributed to First Time Home Buyers.
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first time buyers: $8,000 Tax Credit Extension Time is Running Out - 03/04/10 12:44 AM

$8,000 Tax Credit Extension, Time is Running Out. April 30, 2010 is the deadline for the $8,000 first time home buyer tax credit. Many have asked will it be extended, according to the NAR (National Association of Realtors), not likely. Some of the qualifcations needed:
Couples earning as much as $225,000 a year and individuals earning up to $125,000 would qualify First Time Homebuyers who sign a contract by April 30, 2010, and close by June 30, 2010 Tax credit not applicable for those buying homes worth more than $800,000 First Time Home Buyers that have not owned their primary residence in … (4 comments)

first time buyers: New Listings and Pendings, every one stayed home until today. - 02/17/10 06:48 AM

With all the snow we had, it appears all the REALTORS® took a 4 day weekend. Look at all the New Listings and Pendings. This is ALOT and my guess is this is from the snow.
Nobody showed the homes, all the work that was handled and waiting to be turned in over the weekend, didn't make it on Monday as is normal. The snow hit and EVERYONE stayed home. Today the roads are clear again and the Real Estate market is back in business.

Scott Baker, ABR e-Pro REALTOR® Coldwell Banker West Shell 513-403-5323 www.ScottBakerHomes.com Scott.Baker@cbws.com
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first time buyers: Four Bridges Past 6 months of Solds and Current Actives - 02/15/10 10:02 AM

In the past 6 months of Real Estate Activity, there have 13 homes that have sold in Four Bridges subdivision. The average sale price was $434,636 and the average Days on Market for these 13 homes was 78. The average Days on Market for the entire Cincinnati MLS was 84.
The homes currently on the market in the Four Bridges Subdivision from the Cincy MLS:
$284,900 8318 Poppy Ln 2 Bedrooms $319,900 8314 Poppy Ln 2 Bedrooms $356,900 8348 Sweet Briar Ct 3 Bedrooms $369,900 8372 Heather Springs Dr 2 Bedrooms $419,000 6579 Winter Hazel Dr 4 Bedrooms $425,000 8308 Sweet … (0 comments)

first time buyers: Past 24 Hours, look at the number of Price Reductions - 02/15/10 01:46 AM

That may seem like quite a few. But this has been the trend the last 24-36 months. The market, sooner or later, brings the seller down to "it's" Reality

Of course you can go to my website, http://www.ScottBakerHomes.com

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first time buyers: $8,000 First Time Home Buyer's Tax Credit - 02/14/10 11:38 PM

The First Time Home Buyer's Tax Credit is $8,000 and ends April 30, 2010. You must close by June 30 2010.
To Qualify you must:
Be a first time home buyer-first-time home buyer as a buyer who has not owned a principal residence during the three-year period prior to the purchase The tax credit is for 10% of the purchase price with a maximum of $8,000 The contract on the home must be accepted by April 30, 2010, a binding sales contract in force. The home must "close" by June 30 2010. The closing of the property occurs and the title … (1 comments)

first time buyers: Homes Sold in 2008/2009 & January - 02/10/10 10:23 AM

The number of homes Sold in the Cincinnati MLS in 2009 was VERY close to the number sold in 2008.
2009 18,826 Residential Sales
2008 18,808 Residential Sales
We were on pace to have more like 17,600 for 2009. But once the tax credit kicked in, it did spur sales. It spurred sales for first time home buyers. We were at 47% for first time home buyers. This is an unusually high number.
The number of homes sold for November 2009 jumped up over 400 more than November 2008. This is the month the Tax Credit was supposed to end. … (2 comments)

first time buyers: Now Sold/Pending! Miamisburg Ohio 45342 - 02/09/10 01:33 AM

Now Sold/Pending and the sellers are ELATED. This is a great first time homebuyer property and in a great subdivision. 2 Story with 3 bedrooms upstairs. The first level has a Living Room, Breakfast area, and Family Room with Gas Fireplace. Full basement just ready to be finished.

Contact Scott Baker, anytime. Realtor® Coldwell Banker West Shell West Chester, Ohio 45069 513-403-5323 http://www.ScottBakerHomes.com Scott.Baker@cbws.com Scott Baker's Profile
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first time buyers: Memorial Day Thanks - 05/23/09 07:24 AM

Memorial Day 2009. What is this day all about? I'm putting this out a little early hoping you get to see it before the Holiday.
Pretty much everyone gets to have Monday off as a Holiday, some even get paid for the day. Many will get paid "double time" or a higher percentage of their normal pay for working on the Holiday.
If you work at a Hospital, Gas Station, TV Station, Police Officer, Fireman, at a Restaurant, or Retail Store, there's a good chance you are working as well.
If you employer provides energy to homes, telephone service, or emergency Roadside … (8 comments)

first time buyers: Three Groups of Buyers Need To Act, NOW. - 05/22/09 02:11 AM

Moving up. Those that want to move up to that larger home will save a substantial amount of money. Example, if your home is worth 5% less and is now valued at $209,000($11,000 less) the home you are buying is worth 5% less and is now valued at $418,000 ($22,000 less) YOU SAVE $11,000. AND you potentially save Tens of Thousands of Dollars on your Interest rate. Ask me about THE loan type for additional advantages.

First Time Buyers (haven't owned Primary Residence in the past 3 years)THIS IS YOUR TIME!!! The government is offering you $8,000 tax credit! … (2 comments)

first time buyers: New Virtual Tours - 05/19/09 04:42 AM

New Virtual Tours
We just started using this new company for Virtual Tours for all our listings.
Actually only the Homes and Condo's listings, not land. Pretty much once you take 3-4 pictures of a Land

listing, that IS a Virtual Tour, just no movement. What else is there to see?
A few samples:
Click Here! for 4640 Logsdons Meadows Dr $209,888
Click Here for 5536 Whitcomb Ln $244,800
Click Here for 4221 Kugler Mill $109,900
Click Here for 4438 Squaw Valley $199,900
Click Here for 4435 E. Arbor Ct. $319,900

If you have been thinking about buying OR selling, … (0 comments)

first time buyers: New Listing In Liberty Twp. Ohio $209,888 - 05/18/09 08:51 AM

NEW Listing in Liberty Twp. priced at $209,888
Take a look at the NEW Virtual Tour
This home is absolutely ready for you and your family. The Amber by Schmidt Builders has an incredible amount of space. Pavers in the private back yard. Minutes from I-75.
This 2 story, 4 bedroom home is only 6 years old and is in Sunrise Stables subdivision in Lakota Local school district! Ready for you and your family to move right in. Paint, carpet, and entire home are IMMACULATE. Entryway features sparkly clean hardwood floors. Kitchen has plenty of cabinets, including center island and an … (0 comments)

first time buyers: I have SOLD virtually all my listings...I need MORE! - 05/17/09 06:00 AM

I have SOLD virtually all my listings...I need MORE! I have an Open House today at 4435 E. Arbor Ct in West Chester, OH 45069. Priced at $319,900.
Short Sales take more time than a normal transaction. There is an abundance of paperwork that the lender that is accepting the short sale requires. There are documents that both the seller AND the Real Estate Broker need to complete. But once the documents are in, you are ready to sell.
Even though there are more short sales and foreclosures in todays market than what is "normal", there are other "normal" sales occurring, … (0 comments)

first time buyers: First Time Home Buyers, WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR??? - 05/13/09 05:10 AM

First Time Home Buyers, WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR???
Uncle Sam wants to bribe youinto homeownership with up to $8,000(10% of the sales price). The guideline's are relatively simple.
Buy a Single-Family Home, Condos, Townhomes, or Co-ops Buy between January 1, 2009 and before December 1, 2009. The key date is when you CLOSE on the property. Income limit of $75,000 for single, $150,000 married, there are partial amounts for $75k-$95k and $150k-$170k Be a First Time Home Buyer: Definition of a First Time Homebuyer, Haven't owned a Principle Residence in the past 3 years. You CAN have owned rental property or vacation property. … (0 comments)

first time buyers: NEW Price! $319,900 Unbelievable Pool, Unbelieveable Opportunity! - 05/11/09 11:16 PM

New Price $319,900 What a Steal!!! You will NEVER see an opportunity like this again. UNBELIEVEABLE Custom Built inground Pool.You must see this home to appreciate all of the MAJOR Improvements! NEW Virtual Tour Outside upgrades include $89,254.89 invested in landscaping, sprinklers, pavers, and retaining walls. A $41,712 Gunite Pool was installed, featuring a swim-up sitting area with table, and a paver deck surrounding the pool. A paver walk leads from the pool to the home, and features steps flanked by two columns. A retaining wall sits between the home and the pool and provides extra seating for those large pool … (4 comments)

first time buyers: Great Gift for Mom on Mother's Day, Open House 2-4 Today! - 05/10/09 03:34 AM

GREAT Home Open today for Mother's Day in Liberty Twp. $199,900
Give her the Mother's Day gift she'll never forget!!! Amazing addition by Tom Bryant Homes. COMPLETELY updated to SPECTACULAR standards.Wet bar w/2 refrigerators (one regular, one wine.) Granite counters,gorgeous hrdwd flrs,custom Savannah shutters.MUST SEE THIS INTERIOR!Woodburning Fireplace with One-of-a-Kind Mantle, Blower, GraniteSurround and Hearth. Wired for Surround Sound. Recessed Lighting, and Paddle Fan. Huge Anderson Windows with Custom Savannah Shutters and door to large wrap around patio. Double under cabinet Refrigerators, both Marvel. One cabinet Wine Refrigerator.
Kitchen ALL NEW with DACOR cabinets, Grohe hardware, Granite top, REAL Beadboard backsplash, all lower … (0 comments)

first time buyers: GREAT Home for Sale in Liberty Twp. $199,900 - 05/06/09 03:48 AM

Amazing addition by Tom Bryant Homes. COMPLETELY updated to SPECTACULAR standards.Wet bar w/2 refrigerators (one regular, one wine.) Granite counters,gorgeous hrdwd flrs,custom Savannah shutters.MUST SEE THIS INTERIOR!
Woodburning Fireplace with One-of-a-Kind Mantle, Blower, Granite

Surround and Hearth. Wired for Surround Sound. Recessed Lighting, and Paddle Fan. Huge Anderson Windows with Custom Savannah Shutters and door to large wrap around patio. Double under cabinet Refrigerators, both Marvel. One cabinet Wine Refrigerator.
Kitchen ALL NEW with DACOR cabinets, Grohe hardware, Granite top, REAL Beadboard backsplash, all lower shelves are pull-out, Huge Lazy Susan,

Double Oven, built-in Microwave, Solar Tube, Double Built-in Ovens … (0 comments)

first time buyers: Open House Sunday May 3 from 1:00-3:00 - 05/02/09 08:40 AM

OPEN HOUSE from 1:00-3:00 in West Chester, Ohio 45069
Scott Baker will be hosting this Open House in this home with an UNBELIEVEABLE Custom Built inground Pool.
You must see this home to appreciate all of the MAJOR Improvements! Outside upgrades include $89,254.89 invested in landscaping, sprinklers, pavers, and retaining walls. A $41,712 Gunite Pool was installed, featuring a swim-up sitting area with table, and a paver deck surrounding the pool. A paver walk leads from the pool to the home, and features steps flanked by two columns. A retaining wall sits between the home and the pool and provides extra … (0 comments)

first time buyers: SOLD! Finally we closed on this Short Sale - 04/30/09 12:02 AM

We finally closed on this short sale this week after 5 months. Short sales do take longer, but this one shouldn't have taken this long.
This home was placed on the market in July of 2008. The seller wanted to start at a price higher that the market suggested, big surprise, but they did have most of the interior of the home painted as I had requested. The home received alot of showings, as a matter of fact, we could have sold the home 2 other times for more moneythan the home ended up selling for. But the seller got greedy. When the … (0 comments)

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