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By Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP, Selling Homes Changing Lives
(DFW FINE PROPERTIES)
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 Announcing Photo Journaling Contest beginning May 1st and ends on May 31st. There will be a 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place Winner for the Real Estate Photo Journaling, and 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place Winner for the Personal Photo Journaling. For information about "How to Insert Photos into your Blog Post," go directly to the 'how to" link written by our very own AR Guru Craig Daniels on April 30th! How the Points & Winners will be Distributed: Rainer’s may enter one entry for 750 points or two entries (one for Real Estate and one for Personal) for 1500 points. Each post must have at least 250 words or more. Additional points foron  each category for the following lucky winners:  REAL ESTATE1st  Place Winner  –  1,500 additional points2nd Place Winner  –  1,000 additional points3rd Place Winner   ...
By Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP, Selling Homes Changing Lives
(DFW FINE PROPERTIES)
Comments 30
The AR Month of May Contest is dedicated to promote Storytelling Photo Journaling using content writing as a foundation to branding and marketing strategies. A Blog can attract business and help readers gain insights as to who you are and how your business works. How to Insert Photos is easy when you reference Craig Daniels guidelines. A well-written Blog post can effectively show and tell readers why they should hire you by giving them consumer confidence. Below are some tips and a plethora of ideas to help you get started:  Be original Have an end in mind and know your Target Audience Articulate your words Illustrate using impactful visuals Use proper grammar Avoid slang and controversial storytelling Create an authentic and engaging story Use life experiences and show compelling exam...
By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
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I feel so blessed to have my two children live and work in Austin and even sharing a profession I love….real estate.My daughter and her husband have 3 children, Hailey, Trey and Maggie. My son and his wife have two children Hudson and Beckett. I admit my grands are the “apple of my eye” and I feel so fortunate to be a part of their lives as they grow up. My grans range in age from 6 to 25. Loving each other and having fun together is the easiest thing they do! Each one of them brings a smile to my lips and a song in my heart. How lucky am I?Grandchildren are the dots that connect the lines from generation to generation.” – Lois Wyse
By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
Comments 12
In this “Wild West” Austin real estate market we received multiple offers with my sellers accepting one significantly over asking price, 3 day option period and closing in 2 weeks!It wasn’t surprising to see this single story attract the attention it received. My favorite stager Brian Morris with Brian David Design created an exceptional look and feel to showcase the easy living of this move in ready home! Buyers loved the high ceilings, straight clean lines, sprawling wood floors and freshly painted interior. The two tiered deck with lattice cover on the upper deck overlooking a private back yard was a real plus!Partnering with my seller through planning and preparation we addressed the most important items to get this home ready for presentation to the market.If you are thinking of se...
By Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP, Selling Homes Changing Lives
(DFW FINE PROPERTIES)
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 Happy Friday! Here in Flower Mound, TX the sun came up with a beautiful sunrise! Another beautiful sunset is expected. Temperatures are pleasant this morning with 70-degree weather, expecting to reach the mid 80's in between early afternoon and 6 p.m., tapering off back into the 70's for this evening. It's a great day for taking photos! I hope everyone will consider entering the ActiveRain May Contest - Life is a Story. For stunning blog posts, please be sure to reference How to Insert Photos Into Your Blog Post - ActiveRain by Craig Daniels for easy instructions. Today I offer you some simple Tips for Taking Photos on Sunny Days. LOCATIONWhether you're taking photos indoors or outdoors, knowing what time of day you're planning to take photographs is important and whether or not it's c...
By Shayne Stone, "Your Rock Solid Choice Realtor"
(Champion Real Estate Group)
Comments 4
Homeowners ready to make a move are definitely in a great position to sell today. Housing inventory is incredibly low, driving up buyer competition. This gives homeowners leverage to sell for the best possible terms, and its fueling a steady rise in home prices.In such a hot market, houses are selling quickly. According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR), homes are typically on the market for just 18 short days. Despite the speed and opportunity for sellers, there are still steps you can take to prep your house to shine so you get the greatest possible return.1. Make Buyers Feel at HomeOne of the ways to make this happen is to take time to declutter. Pack away any personal items like pictures, awards, and sentimental belongings. The more neutral and tidy the space, the easier...
By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
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Cinco de Mayo was originally celebrated in Mexico as a day of victory over the French at the Battle of Puebla in 1862. This holiday is celebrated on the fifth of May and has evolved in the United States as a day to commemorate Mexican culture and heritage.   Of course in Austin we embrace this celebration! Our NW Coldwell Banker Realty office took the opportunity to get together outside as one of many things we do to promote our culture of awesomeness. We work and play hard lifting each other up. We teach each other, we hold each other accountable and treat each other as partners not competitors. Did I mention I love our office and the importance it places on promoting our philosophy?Hope you enjoyed the excitement of the holiday and were moved by the spirit of the day! Happy Cinco de M...
By Ben Kinney, We do real estate:Tech, Training, Sales, Brokerage
(Ben Kinney Team)
Comments 1
9414 Anderson Way, Converse, TX 78109Spacious, impeccably maintained, move in ready home in the heart of the desirable Miramar neighborhood. Very functional floorplan offers 3 spacious bedrooms, 2.5 baths and over 2400 sqft of living area. Flex space on the 2nd floor is well sized and accommodating for your home office, exercise space or 2nd living. Exterior of home offers mature trees, expansive back yard, covered patio and raised garden with irrigation. Ideal location minutes from Randolph AFB, schools, 1604 and quick access to I35. Home qualifies for special financing that can save you thousands!!Andrew Stumph713-444-5902The Ben Kinney Team / Keller Williams
By Richard Woodward NMLS#217454, Service Beyond Expectations! Your Texas Lender
(Service First Mortgage, NMLS #166487)
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It’s a question many people are pondering as they try to decide whether now is the time for them to buy a home. Mortgage rates are still low, but if you wait until rates go up, then it will cost more money.  Basically, for every 1% increase in interest rate, the average buyer will see a $50,000 reduction in the amount of home they can qualify for.  If you couple that with the increase in home values, waiting could really cost you. According to Redfin, In April 2021, Dallas home prices were up 17.1% compared to last year, selling for a median price of $410K. On average, homes in Dallas sell after 24 days on the market compared to 38 days last year. There were 1,400 homes sold in April this year, up from 865 last year. So let’s do the math.  A $350,000 home at today’s value could cost you...
By Susie Kay, North Dallas Specialist
(Ultra Real Estate Dallas Fort Worth)
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Address SqFt Total Beds Total Baths Total Pool Current Price 7617 Sonoma Valley Drive 1,586 3 2 No $294,000 9805 Concord Drive 1,396 3 2 No $295,000 1368 Troon Drive 1,533 2 2 No $310,000 10613 Brendenberg Drive 1,806 3 2 No $329,900 6957 Hickory Creek Drive 1,611 2 2 No $345,000 5517 Baton Rouge Boulevard 2,300 4 2.1 No $347,000 6557 Scottsdale Way 3,045 4 2.1 No $347,700 8528 6th Street 1,420 3 2 No $350,000 12357 Peak Circle 1,793 3 2 No $354,900 998 Carrington Greens Drive 1,614 2 2 No $355,000 9581 Magnolia Road 1,923 2 2 No $359,900 4816 Ray Roberts Drive 1,874 3 2 No $359,900 9775 Bell Rock Road 1,906 3 2 No $360,000 7848 Lancelot Road 2,098 3 2 Yes $365,000 4521 Bayport Drive 1,885 3 2 No $365,000 10006 Mallory Drive 1,933 4 2 Yes $375,000 7599 Petersburgh Place 1,785 3 2 No $3...
By Susie Kay, North Dallas Specialist
(Ultra Real Estate Dallas Fort Worth)
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Address SqFt Total Beds Total Baths Total Pool Current Price 1600 Baxley Street 768 2 1 No $220,000 1111 Noble Avenue 2,087 3 2 No $268,500 3112 Falkland Road 1,731 4 2 No $285,000 2115 Rose Hill Road 1,512 3 2 No $285,000 2105 Highbury Road 1,277 3 2 Yes $286,000 2237 Valley Mill 2,278 4 2.1 No $297,000 1514 Cecil Drive 1,744 3 2 No $303,000 2103 Marin 2,713 4 3 No $308,180 1511 E Peters Colony Road 2,039 3 2 Yes $335,000 1511 Estates 2,856 5 4 No $340,000 3708 Cromwell Drive 1,677 3 2 No $343,000 2200 San Simeon Place 1,835 3 2 Yes $349,900 4365 Onyx Drive 1,992 4 2.1 Yes $360,000 1706 Rosemeade Circle 2,055 3 2.1 No $362,000 1835 S Perry Road 2,616 4 2.1 No $365,000 2216 Trinity Springs Drive 2,049 4 2.1 Yes $365,000 1112 Wiltshire Drive 2,389 3 2 Yes $385,000 3811 Antioch Circle 1,...
By Shayne Stone, "Your Rock Solid Choice Realtor"
(Champion Real Estate Group)
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Last weeks Existing Home Sales Report from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shows sales have dropped by 3.7% compared to the month before. This is the second consecutive month that sales have slumped. Some see this as evidence that the red-hot real estate market may be cooling. However, there could also be a simple explanation as to why existing home sales have slowed there aren't enough homes to buy. There are currently 410,000 fewer single-family homes available for sale than there were at this time last year.Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist at NAR, explains in the report:“The sales for March would have been measurably higher, had there been more inventory. Days-on-market are swift, multiple offers are prevalent, and buyer confidence is rising.”Yuns insight was supported the ne...
By David Krichmar, DaveYourMortgageGuy.com
(www.DaveYourMortgageGuy.com - Legend Lending)
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Conventional 30 year Mortgage: 2.875%Credit score:740LTV:75%Loan Amount:$300kAPR: 3.006%FHA 30 year: 2.625% Credit Score:740LTV:96.5%loan amount:$300kAPR: 3.753%Conventional 15 year: 2.125%Credit score:740LTV:75%Loan Amount:$300kAPR: 2.361%Rates are Subject to ChangeCall me today if you are thinking of refinancing or buying a home, for the best mortgage rate possible.  
By Susie Kay, North Dallas Specialist
(Ultra Real Estate Dallas Fort Worth)
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  Address SqFt Total Beds Total Baths Total Pool Current Price 4500 Jenkins Street 939 2 1 No $194,990 4522 Nervin Street 1,246 3 2 No $250,000 4220 Caldwell Avenue 1,255 3 2 No $269,900 4944 Arbor Glen Road 1,539 5 2 No $280,000 7001 Northpointe Drive 2,095 4 2.1 No $285,900 5508 Russell Drive 1,562 3 2 No $295,000 4536 Rustic Ridge Court 1,750 3 2 No $330,000 5917 Sandhill Circle 2,184 4 2 No $355,000 4501 Highridge Drive 2,709 4 2.1 No $386,000 5833 Sycamore Bend Lane 2,322 4 2 No $389,900  *information taken from ntreis If you are interested in viewing any of these homes or would like more information, give me a call at 469-371-2899.  I have helped many first-time home buyers and people who are downsizing get into their homes. I'm here for you! CLICK HERE TO VIEW ALL LISTINGS  My cl...
By Susie Kay, North Dallas Specialist
(Ultra Real Estate Dallas Fort Worth)
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Address SqFt Total Beds Total Baths Total Pool Current Price 13530 Emeline Street 1,131 3 1 No $225,000 3009 Longmeade Drive 1,321 3 2 No $269,900 14243 Shoredale Lane 2,048 4 2 No $319,900 3316 Longmeade Drive 1,734 3 2 No $339,900 2948 Golfing Green Drive 1,706 3 2 No $385,000  *information taken from ntreis If you are interested in viewing any of these homes or would like more information, give me a call at 469-371-2899.  I have helped many first-time home buyers and people who are downsizing get into their homes. I'm here for you! CLICK HERE TO VIEW ALL LISTINGS  My client's reviews and testimonials are available below and on LinkedIn  “Susie is a very detail-oriented, customer-focused, and proactive realtor. She is very responsive in her communication, a top quality that I think m...
By Patricia Feager, MBA, CRS, GRI,MRP, Selling Homes Changing Lives
(DFW FINE PROPERTIES)
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 If you recently became a Member of ActiveRain congratulations! You took the first step. Welcome! May each day give you a new perspective of new beginnings with hope, strength, and courage. The imagine in the photograph is what my office looked like in the Fall of 2010 when I started on AR. Like me, it has gone through many transformations. I had a desk dedicated to my computer and a writing desk to write stories and what was important to me. Perhaps you're struggling about where to begin your Photo Storytelling Journal? If so, here is a mini tutorial on how to begin:LOG IN Go to My Home Look for the Gold Triangle on the top right where it says Write Post Enter a Title, i.e., I chose "ActiveRain May Contest - Life is a Story.(you can choose any Title you want but if it's a title already...
By Shayne Stone, "Your Rock Solid Choice Realtor"
(Champion Real Estate Group)
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There’s not much that makes as big of an impact on a garden or other outdoor space as some mood lighting. Although your garden or walkway lighting won’t shine quite as brightly in the daytime, the lighting you choose can make a huge difference to the functionality and look of the space where you install it. There are several different options when it comes to outdoor lighting, so how do you begin to choose the right lighting for your space?What’s Your Lighting Goal? Before you so much as shop for lighting, it’s important to determine what it is that you want your lighting to do. Should it simply illuminate a path? Is it going to highlight a particular garden element like a nice plant or a fountain? Do you need to brighten stairs to help prevent falls? There are so many different types o...
By Susie Kay, North Dallas Specialist
(Ultra Real Estate Dallas Fort Worth)
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Address SqFt Total Beds Total Baths Total Pool Current Price 435 River Oaks Lane 1,838 3 2 No $269,999 706 Allison Drive 2,400 3 2.1 No $275,000 417 Frances Way 1,748 3 2 No $275,000 406 Frances Way 1,408 3 2 No $292,000 615 W Belt Line Road 1,246 3 2 No $299,990 313 N Cottonwood Drive 1,342 3 2 No $299,999 705 N Cottonwood Drive 1,644 3 2 No $305,000 606 N Cottonwood Drive 1,750 4 2 No $330,000 506 Malden Drive 1,443 3 2 No $340,000 912 E Berkeley Drive 1,966 4 2.1 No $355,000 733 Nottingham Drive 1,460 3 2 No $355,000 2013 Tulane Drive 2,216 4 2 No $365,000 700 Brentwood Lane 1,810 4 2 No $365,000 2553 Primrose Drive 2,563 4 3 No $375,000 505 Park Lane 2,754 4 3 No $385,000 437 Summit Drive 1,608 3 2 No $399,000 3807 Wellington Drive 2,406 4 3 Yes $399,900 1902 Linda Lane 1,789 3 2 N...
By Susie Kay, North Dallas Specialist
(Ultra Real Estate Dallas Fort Worth)
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Address SqFt Total Beds Total Baths Total Pool Current Price 709 Kerwin Court 1,207 3 2 No $240,000 715 Flagstone Way 1,490 3 2 No $259,900 313 Stephanie Street 1,683 3 2.1 No $260,000 310 Lake Travis Drive 1,312 3 2 No $271,000 1911 Havenbrook Drive 1,840 3 2 No $290,000 1416 Anchor Drive 1,706 3 2 No $320,000 307 Lochwood Drive 1,668 3 2 No $320,000 309 Highland Valley Court 2,202 3 2.1   $325,000 1509 Reagan Drive 2,265 3 2 No $335,000 813 Providence 2,244 3 2 No $360,000 1613 Hightimber Lane 2,772 4 3 No $374,908 2805 Sutters Mill Way 3,374 4 2.1 No $375,000 109 Lavender Lane 2,026 3 2 No $400,000  *information taken from ntreis If you are interested in viewing any of these homes or would like more information, give me a call at 469-371-2899.  I have helped many first-time home buy...
By Ben Kinney, We do real estate:Tech, Training, Sales, Brokerage
(Ben Kinney Team)
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S US Highway 183 (Lot 2), Buda, TX 78610 Highway 183 - 272 ft of FRONTAGE - No deed restrictions! Commercial, mobile homes, farm, site build - your dreams ready to come true! Wonderful flat 0.4281 Acres on the frontage. All utilities may need to be brought to the tract Lot # 2 of the Albert Jones Addition. Amanda Seaman650-743-9213The Ben Kinney Team / Keller Williams
By Shayne Stone, "Your Rock Solid Choice Realtor"
(Champion Real Estate Group)
Comments 3
The question many homebuyers are facing this year is, Why is it so hard to find a house? Were in the ultimate sellers market, which means real estate is ultra-competitive for buyers right now. The National Association of Realtors (NAR) notes homes are getting an average of 4.8 offers per sale, and that number keeps rising. Why? Its because there are so few houses for sale.Low inventory in the housing market isn't new, but its becoming more challenging to navigate. Danielle Hale, Chief Economist at realtor.com, explains:The housing market is still relatively under supplied, and buyers cant buy what's not for sale. Relative to what we saw in 2017 to 2019, March 2021 was still roughly 117,000 new listings lower, adding to the pre-existing early-year gap of more than 200,000 fresh listings ...
By Ben Kinney, We do real estate:Tech, Training, Sales, Brokerage
(Ben Kinney Team)
Comments 2
3606 Longhorn Trl, Round Rock, TX 78665 FRESH & READY 4 Bedroom, 2.5 bath with 2 family living areas! Owner's suite on the first floor with other 3 bedrooms up along with the secondary family room/game room. Newly renovated bathrooms, open floor plan, tons of natural light, eat-in kitchen and formal dinning room, and great backyard with large deck & storage shed -- tons of space for everyone! Mounted Sony Big Screen TV will remain at the property along with kitchen refrigerator, washer & dryer are all included in the lease. Brand New Carpet Upstairs- Please remove shoes or wear shoe covers. Tenant/agent to confirm schools. Gorgeous home - thanks for your interest! Jonathan Hand512-337-4217The Ben Kinney Team / Keller Williams
By Brian Rugg, Sun City TX Real Estate - Georgetown, TX Real Est
(Rugg Realty LLC Sun City Texas 512-818-6700)
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April 21 Sun City Texas Real Estate Report by Rugg RealtyText VersionApril 2021 Results See online at www.SunCity https://www.ruggrealty.com/sun-city-tx-real-estate-market-reports/   April-21 April-20   Summary Sale Price Sale Price Change from prior year Low $226,000 $203,500 11.1% High $850,000 $575,000 47.8% Average $405,169 $298,469 35.7% Median $367,500 $280,000 31.3% Units Sold 40 25 60.0% Days on Market 10 53 -81.1%           April YTD 21 April YTD 20   Summary Sale Price Sale Price Change from prior year Low $200,000 $188,000 6.4% High $850,000 $909,000 -6.5% Average $362,213 $324,329 11.7% Median $335,500 $296,000 13.3% Units Sold 155 141 9.9% Days on Market 20 67 -70.1% Data gathered from ACTRIS MLS May 3, 2021 Month of April 2021 – Big sales volume and big price increases acr...
By The Legacy Group, The LegacyGroup of CrossCountry Mortgage
(CrossCountry Mortgage)
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Veteran’s Home Loans for Mission TexasIf you are reading this, you or a family member have likely served in our military.  First off, we would like to say a sincere “Thank You” for your service!  We recognize that not only do our Veterans sacrifice by serving, but their families do as well-, and we owe you all a debt of gratitude!One of the best benefits Veterans and their families receive due to their service to our great country is the VA home loan benefits.  We are going to outline just a few of these significant benefits in this article for you. Here are some of the major benefits you may receive by using your VA home loan benefits:*100% financing available- one of the very few loans available with no down payment!*Lower rates available than most loan programs- which saves you money...

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