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Recent blogs on Home Selling
By Jerry Newman, Texas REALTOR, San Antonio Military Relocation
(Brown Realty, 210-789-4216,)
In the bustling housing market of San Antonio, understanding what buyers want can make a significant difference in your home-selling journey. To streamline your sale and potentially boost your profits, we'll delve into the top features San Antonio home buyers are looking for in their dream homes. Doing so will give you a competitive edge and make your property more attractive to potential buyers. From spacious outdoor living spaces to proximity to local amenities, knowing what to highlight or even upgrade in your home can be your ticket to a swift, successful sale. Stick around as we explore these six crucial features and offer tips on accentuating them in your home. Let's help you turn those open-house visits into offers!The Lure of Outdoor Living SpacesOutdoor living spaces have becom...
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By Paul Dougherty Associate Real Estate Broker, Trusted, Tested & True. Our Results are Better!
(Howard Hanna / Coach Realtors)
8 Carry LaneMelville NY 11747Visit: www.8CarryLane.com for details, floor plans and photosA Fabulous Farm Ranch in prestigious Strathmore Hills, and nestled in the heart of this desirable neighborhood of rolling tree lined streets. This residence features a formal living room w/fireplace; skylights flood the home with natural light.  The formal dining room overlooks the bucolic back yard.  The Chef of the house will appreciate the large eat-in-kitchen.  Yes - 1st floor owner suite w/WIC and full bath.  Also, there is an additional bedroom and half bath on the main level.  A Convenient 1st floor Laundry Room & 2.5 Car Garage. The 2nd floor features 3 spacious bedrooms, a full family bathroom and a huge walk-in attic with fantastic storage. Set back from the street on 3/4's of an acre. Pr...
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By Joe Jackson, Clintonville and Central Ohio Real Estate Expert
(Keller Williams Capital Partners Realty)
This brick three-story building has over 6900 SQUARE FEET ON A DOUBLE LOT just south of downtown Worthington. Perfect for an owner user or some business who can occupy the building and lease out excess space. There is no rental history; the current owner is a non-profit that occupies the building. Built in 1963, this location has adequate parking and is on a bus line.  Three HVAC systems. Each floor has ample office space. The first floor has a good-sized conference room. There are ample baths and kitchen spaces in the building. There is no elevator in the building. Shown by appointment only.   Listed by Joe JacksonThe Jackson Team-Keller Williams Capital Partners100 E Wilson Bridge RdWorthington, OH 43085
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By Teri Arbogast, Davie, Weston, Plantation Real Estate- Top Realtor, Davie Florida Realtor, Weston, Plantation, Miramar
(TOP 1% of Realtors)
Shenandoah 4/2 Single Family Home on Corner Lot, SELLS for $685,000!  A Shenandoah 4/2 single family home on corner lot, SELLS for $685,000!  The new owners of this totally remodeled home will enjoy the pretty water views from all living areas and a yard big enough for a pool and garden!  The Broward County schools that children living in this home will attend are Flamingo Elementary School, Indian Ridge Middle School and Western High School.The Shenandoah community in Davie offers walking trails and a brand new park within walking distance for you to enjoy with your family and sidewalks to stroll in the morning or evening.  This home is also close to great entertainment, dining and shopping options including, Sawgrass Mills Mall, Ikea, FLA Live Arena, golfing and more. Easy access to m...
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By Bill Salvatore - East Valley, Realtor - 602-999-0952 / em: golfArizona@cox.net
(Arizona Elite Properties )
Check out this link from our local Realtors + MLS, below for the newest homes to come on the market. GILBERT ARIZONA HOMES FOR SALE   YOUR   Latest activity in the VALLEY of the SUNFor ALL your Valley AZ Real Estate NeedsPHONE   Bill   at   602-999-0952Text         Bill   at    602-999-0952Email      Bill    at     billAZElite@cox.net Read other YVP Blogs hereFor more information, Call or Text: 602-999-0952eMail: golfarizona@cox.netBill Salvatore / Arizona Elite PropertiesYour Valley Property TeamResidential Sales, Marketing, and Property ManagementSelling Arizona for more than 20 yearsFounder: AZVHV Arizona Veterans Helping VeteransRecipient: East Valley Tribune’s: Best Gilbert, Arizona Realtor   Bill Salvatore, Arizona Elite Properties, Veterans Agent, Chandler Realtor, Gilbert Realto...
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By Kristin Johnston - REALTOR®, Giving Back With Each Home Sold!
(RE/MAX Platinum)
New Berlin Condo Sales Market Report April 2023   My name is Kristin Johnston with RE/MAX Platinum.  My market report gives you the real estate activity for Condos in New Berlin WI. Are you looking to buy a Condo in New Berlin?  Wondering what your New Berlin Condo is worth?  Call/text me at 414 254 6647 or email me at kjohnston@remax.net. I specialize in Waukesha County Real Estate, and have a lot of experience with New Berlin Real Estate. Check out my website www.waukeshahousesforsale.com. Review my many happy client testimonials too! Condos in New Berlin WI Average List Price: $299,325 Average Sale Price: $316,134 Sale Price to List Price Ratio:  105.62% DOM: 3 In the New Berlin, Wisconsin Real Estate market 8 Condos sold; 0 were listed and sold by the same company, and 8 were sold b...
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By Kristin Johnston - REALTOR®, Giving Back With Each Home Sold!
(RE/MAX Platinum)
Oconomowoc WI Condo Sales Market Report April 2023   Oconomowoc Condos For Sale, Oconomowoc Realtor Kristin Johnston RE/MAX My name is Kristin Johnston with RE/MAX Platinum.  My market report gives you the real estate activity for Condos in  Oconomowoc WI. Are you looking to buy a condo in Oconomowoc?  Wondering what your Oconomowoc condo is worth? Call/text me at 414 254 6647 or email me at kjohnston@remax.net. I specialize in Waukesha County Real Estate, and have a lot of experience with Oconomowoc Real Estate. Check out my website www.waukeshahousesforsale.com! Review my many happy client testimonials too! In the Oconomowoc, Wisconsin Real Estate market 8 condos sold; 0 were listed and sold by the same company, and 8 were sold by a co-broke. In Oconomowoc, Wisconsin Real Estate marke...
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By Kristin Johnston - REALTOR®, Giving Back With Each Home Sold!
(RE/MAX Platinum)
Brookfield WI Condo Sales Market Report April 2023  Brookfield Condos for Sale My name is Kristin Johnston with RE/MAX Platinum.  My market report gives you the real estate activity for Condos in Brookfield WI for the last 30 days. Are you looking to buy a condo in Brookfield?  Wondering what your Brookfield Condo is worth? Call/text me at 414 254 6647 or email me at kjohnston@remax.net. I specialize in Waukesha County Real Estate, and have a lot of experience with Brookfield Real Estate. Check out my website www.waukeshahousesforsale.com. Review my many happy client testimonials too! Average List Price: $403,314 Average Sale Price: $398,000 Sale price to List price ratio: 98.68% DOM: 43 In the Brookfield, Wisconsin Real Estate market 14 condos sold; 1 was listed and sold by the same co...
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By Joe Jackson, Clintonville and Central Ohio Real Estate Expert
(Keller Williams Capital Partners Realty)
454 acres for development near 4 Honda manufacturing facilities. this is a possible residential housing site as well. $15,900,000   $35,000 an acre. Listed by Joe JacksonThe Jackson Team-Keller Williams Capital Partners100 E Wilson Bridge RdWorthington, OH 43085
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By Joe Jackson, Clintonville and Central Ohio Real Estate Expert
(Keller Williams Capital Partners Realty)
INCREDIBLE OPPORTUNITY on this 4 BEDROOM, 2.2 BATH home in SUNBURY ESTATES W/BIG WALNUT SCHOOLS!! You are greeted with a 2-story living room overflowing with natural light! Kitchen has granite counters and TONS of counterspace with a HUGE EATING SPACE/BAR perfect for ENTERTAINING! 1st floor laundry, cute half bath and Spacious family room round out the 1st floor. You'll LOVE the large master bedroom with VAULTED ceiling, WALK-IN closet and Private Bathroom w/updated Vanity and toilet. 3 additional bedrooms and a full bathroom on the 2nd floor. Basement has 2nd HALF bath and is easily finishable w/new flooring! Lots of storage in the crawl space. AMAZING OUTDOOR living space with covered patio and newly added FIREPIT! Fully fenced, PRIVATE backyard backs to trees and greenspace! Come see...
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By Shayne Stone, "Your Rock Solid Choice Realtor"
(HomeSmart)
The spring housing market has been surprisingly active this year. Even with affordability challenges and a limited number of homes for sale, buyer demand is strong, and getting stronger.One way we know there are interested buyers right now is because showing traffic is up. Data from the latest ShowingTime Showing Index, which is a measure of buyers actively touring homes, makes it clear more people are out looking at homes than there were prior to the pandemic (see graph below):And though theres less traffic than the buyer frenzy of the past couple of years, were not far off that pace. There are a lot of interested buyers checking out available homes right now.But why are buyers so active at a time when mortgage rates are higher than they were just last year?The Job Market Is Growing at...
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By E. Steve Banis, Jr., https://www.SouthCarolinaHomesInc.com
(South Carolina Homes Inc.)
🈚▐►FSBO NO BANK ★ Lease Option Houses ★ 3bd Summerville-CharlestonBUY - SELL - RENT to OWN - INVESTWe Are the Licensed Mt Pleasant SC Real Estate Investment CompanyServing the Charleston South Carolina Community Since 2002We Buy and Sell LOCAL Houses - Mobile Homes – Land★ ★FSBO-NO MLS FEE-NO BROKER FEE-RENT to OWN - We are SC Licensed Realtors  BUYSEE On Our WEBSITEWholeSale Buyer Values @  ★ ★ 🈚▐►SCInvestmentProperties.com   ★ ★★ SEE WALK-THROUGH VIDEO PROPERTY TOURS ★🈚▐►NO BANK FSBO RENT to OWN 3 HOMES 3bd Dorchester - Berkeley County Summerville🈚▐► SUMMERVILLE NEW POSTS UpScale Communities AVAILABLE TODAY in SUMMERVILLE our WebSite Below!!3 bd - 2 ba DWMH +2 Car Garage + .5 Acre Land + Sheds zip 294833 bd - 2 ba BRICK HOUSE PLUS LAND - Yard!3 bd - 2 ba BRICK HOUSE+ LAND + Garage +Ya...
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By Bill Salvatore - East Valley, Realtor - 602-999-0952 / em: golfArizona@cox.net
(Arizona Elite Properties )
BACK ON MARKET!Granite counters, stainless steel appliance package including fridge and built-in micro, single level 1555 sf, 2 car garage, beautiful front courtyard, large lot, low maintenance landscape, sunscreens and gorgeous plantation shutters, this won't last! You have to tour the 958 acres 55+ community appreciate the ENDLESS amenities, classes, workshops, sports, pools, golf, green areas that you can't possibly count, water and fountains everywhere, not only gated but guarded 24 hrs w/security vehicles circling for added security. Steam-room, personal viewing TVs, massage therapy and lounge w/terrace view. Available community RV parking, In-house restaurants and 50 restaurants within 5 min of Leisure World, 2 golf courses in the community. YOUR   Latest activity in the VALLEY of...
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By Desiree Whalen, The Whalen Team
(Keller Williams Realty)
by The Whalen Team.**UNDER CONTRACT IN 4 DAYS!** Beautiful, all-brick home in Becker Woods of The Cape, Wilmington NC! Listed, marketed, & UNDER CONTRACT IN JUST 4 DAYS! Need help selling your Wilmington area home? Call The Whalen Team today - WE GET RESULTS!
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By DALIA KIBBY, Selling Florida Homes with Passion!
(One Sothebys International Realty)
Some Highlights If you’re looking to buy a home, you should know even a small change in mortgage rates has an impact on your purchasing power. These charts show how rates generally affect your monthly payment. The best way to navigate changing mortgage rates and make an informed buying decision is to rely on the expertise of a local real estate professional and mortgage lender.
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By Kristin Johnston - REALTOR®, Giving Back With Each Home Sold!
(RE/MAX Platinum)
Sussex WI Homes for Sale | Market Report for April 2023Experience a great location for countryside living!The Village of Sussex is part of the Milwaukee metropolitan area. It is located approximately 19 miles northwest of Milwaukee and 9 miles north of Waukesha.With State Highway 164 crossing through Sussex and Interstate 94 just a few miles south, downtown Milwaukee is just a 30-minute drive southeast.The village is 7.24 square miles at an elevation of 930 feet. Nestled between the towns of Menomonee Falls, Hartland, and Waukesha, the village, which is generally small town in nature, is committed to the safety and quality of life of its residents.Sussex was founded in 1843 by George Elliot, a bricklayer from Beckley, East Sussex, and Richard Cooling, a blacksmith from Dorset. Other set...
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By Joe Jackson, Clintonville and Central Ohio Real Estate Expert
(Keller Williams Capital Partners Realty)
This is an excellent post with great information. Thanks for sharing it.Have a super fantastic week!Joe Jackson, Realtor-KWCP The absolute best time to sell a Westfield area home is in June, according to data compiled by HomeLight. So if you plan on putting your property on the market, you need to start preparing your home to sell right now. Follow this handy guide to make the process a little easier. Preparing Your Home to Sell Clean it Up That includes both the inside and the outside. Vacuum and/or mop. Make sure you dust everything, including the baseboards, the window sills, and those hard-to-reach areas. Buyers use all of their senses when looking at a home. So, a property that both looks and smells clean tends to sell quicker and for a higher dollar amount. As for the outside, you...
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By E. Steve Banis, Jr., https://www.SouthCarolinaHomesInc.com
(South Carolina Homes Inc.)
Inheriting a property can be a great way to get a head start on the American dream of homeownership. However, it's important to be aware of the hidden costs that come with inheriting a property, especially in a city like Charleston.Here are a few of the hidden costs to consider when inheriting a property in Charleston: Mortgage: If the property is still under a mortgage, you will be responsible for making the monthly payments. This can be a significant financial burden, especially if you are not prepared for it. Property taxes: Property taxes in Charleston are high, so you will need to factor this into your budget. Homeowners insurance: Homeowners insurance is also required in Charleston. The cost of homeowners insurance can vary depending on the value of the property and the type of co...
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
Just Closed 10234 Matoca Way in Canyon Creek today.  Listed by Dorie Dillard, Coldwell Banker.In your home search are you looking for:♦ A two story with an open floorplan?♦ A quiet tree lined street?♦ Hardwood flooring?♦ The primary bedroom down?You’re Too Late for this one but I’m sure I could find you a similar one!   This home didn’t disappoint buyers out looking for homes in Canyon Creek! They loved the sensible layout, wood flooring and soothing neutral pallet.   Many remarked how the family room, kitchen and dining spaces easily blended, creating an inviting space for gatherings with family and friends.   Buyers were looking for a downstairs spacious primary bedroom. They especially liked how this one is tucked away for privacy and opens to a luxurious bath with double vanities, s...
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By Debe Maxwell, CRS, The right Charlotte REALTOR!
(Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310)
Let's Talk Myers Park (Charlotte, NC) - The Queen City's Crown JewelCharlotte, NC:  Myers Park, the shining gem of the Queen City (Charlotte, NC), is eagerly approaching her remarkable 112th birthday! Can you believe it? This neighborhood has stood the test of time and continues to captivate us all. Let's delve into the captivating story of how it all began. In the early 1900s, two forward-thinking visionaries, George Stephens and John Springs Myers, embarked on a transformative journey, forging a fruitful partnership with the talented developer, John Nolen, all the way from Massachusetts. A Harvard University graduate, Nolen had already made a name for himself with his outstanding urban planning skills, having left his mark on 21 cities, 22 new towns, and countless neighborhood projec...
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