Archives of real estate blog entries for May 01, 2015

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By Ashley Sharum, Ebby Halliday Realtors
(972.978.3109)
Why should you hire me to sell your home? What makes me different?As of April, 2015, there were a recorded 89,439 statewide licensed Real Estate Agents who are members of the Texas Association of Realtors. That's a lot! You'll find most of them in the larger triangle of Dallas/ Fort Worth to Austin/ San Antonio to Houston. Meaning... no matter where you live, you have plenty to choose from. So out of all of these, what makes me different? Great question!Experience RulesKnowing how long someone has been in business and how many home sales they have helped facilitate is important. I have been in the business since 2008, and am still going strong, which is quite the accomplishment for the turns our market has taken over the last 7 years.And while I don't close dozens of homes per month, my...
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By Sheila Anderson, The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133
(Referral Group Incorporated)
In my years in the industry I have seen any number of folks who are paying significantly higher property taxes than their neighbors with comparable homes. Most people complain about their taxes but have no clue whether or not they are paying the right amount or not. Many years ago I had a listing that had been on the market before. The first thing I noticed was that this cookie cutter townhome had almost twice the taxes as the comparable properties in the same community. Their first agent didn't notice or didn't appreciate how this hurt this home. There is a relationship between assessed valuation (which generally comes from the town) and property taxes. All things being equal, which they seldom are, this property didn't stand a chance of selling. With very little effort I was able to s...
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By Lisa Friedman, 30 Years of Real Estate Experience!
(Great American Dream Realty)
Yesterday was my Two Year Active Rain Anniversary. How nice it was to get to share it in person with Bob and Nick Crane while camping at Lake Ozonia in New York. Bob and Nick drove from Wisconsin and I drove from Vermont. These last two years have built many friendships for me – friendships that will last a lifetime. I am so happy to be a part of the wonderful Active Rain ‘family’. Above: Dagny Eason and Kirk Eason at their home in ConnecticutBelow: John McCarthy and Chris McCarthy in Rhode Island Above: Maria Gilda Racelis and Joe Petrowsky in ConnecticutBelow: Bob Crane and Nicholas Crane from Wisconsin at Lake Ozonia in New York Above and Below: Active Rain Meet Ups at Dagny Eason's home in ConnecticutDagny and I taking a little time off to work... :)Thank you all for your friendship...
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By Richie Alan Naggar, agent & author
(people first...then business Ran Right Realty )
The word control conjures up someone who dominates when it is first used. That's why an explanation should accompany a request to control. I am speaking about when it comes to purchasing large item products, someone should be on point for many a good reason. Lets start with mitigating confusionASSUME NOTHINGAssumption is a random wandering dynamic that is harmless as it comes and goes but can do much damage if not checked or reeled in by all parties that come together to do business. The point of sale or where contact is made between the product and or services and the parties involved is the arenaHOW TO PROCEEDIts like instructions that come with just about anything now a days. If they are not clear, the experience is tainted or the outcome is different than what is represented or hope...
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By Mary Weiss, Trainer & Content Manager
(Zillow Group Mortgages)
Hi Rainers!I have a bittersweet announcement for you. This is my last week officially working for Market Leader and ActiveRain. I have accepted a new position as an Account Manager in Zillow's Mortgage Team and I couldn't be any more excited to tell you the truth, although I am sad to take my leave from AR.I started working for Market Leader's Customer Care team back in February of 2013. We had a small but growing team of amazingly talented and wonderful people who worked hard and always had a lot of fun.  I had a lot to learn as this was a new industry for me - I had worked as a freelance business coach for the past few years prior and also had several years of customer service experience under my belt, but Real Estate was a completely new territory. I've learned so much in the past tw...
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By Richie Alan Naggar, agent & author
(people first...then business Ran Right Realty )
There is something about seeing what is the obvious or intended presented in its purity as-is. I am reminded of garage sales. Everything being offered is clearly and willingly for sale and it doesn't take much to move an item. There is a type of understanding at work that says I don't want it and I hope you do.... so lets talkRAPID BUSINESSFurthermore, getting top dollar is not as important as the sale is. If you have ever held a garage sale or attended one, the object is to clear the garage or driveway of items and make a few bucks while doing it. There is no argument on selling or on the pricing that kills or stalls the deal.INSTANT MEETING OF THE MINDSBoth seller and buyer at a garage sale are fun-serious, focused and want the item to move. It is refreshing to see this take place as ...
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By Christine Lee
(Christine Lee Team, Keller Williams)
We start every team meeting with an inspirational video and we post them online to share the positive vibes with you.  Need more inspiration? Check out: Mind ShiftFor all your real estate needs call: The Christine Lee Team 904-280-3000 www.christineleeteam.com
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By Dale Corpus, Realtor - San Ramon, Danville, Dublin & Pleasanton
(Dale Corpus Real Estate powered by eXp Realty)
Mother's Day is very special and San Ramon is offering a couple great events for Mother's Day weekend. First up is Mom's and their fans on Saturday followed by the heart felt sounds of pianist Jim Brickman on Sunday.   May 9th - Moms and their Fans at Forest Home Farms - From 10:00am  - 2:00pm. They offer something every 2nd Saturday of the month but this month is a tribute to mothers. Let's get ready to show mom that we are one of her biggest fans. When you get to the farm you can write a letter to mom telling her why she so special and don't forget to bring her along to see some actual fans. I'm not talking about the human kind, I'm talking about the Hand Fan Museum on display with fans dating from 1850s to the 1950s. There are even a few older than that and some featuring mothers and...
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By Mary Weiss, Trainer & Content Manager
(Zillow Group Mortgages)
Hi Rainers!I have a bittersweet announcement for you. This is my last week officially working for Market Leader and ActiveRain. I have accepted a new position as an Account Manager in Zillow's Mortgage Team and I couldn't be any more excited to tell you the truth, although I am sad to take my leave from AR.I started working for Market Leader's Customer Care team back in February of 2013. We had a small but growing team of amazingly talented and wonderful people who worked hard and always had a lot of fun.  I had a lot to learn as this was a new industry for me - I had worked as a freelance business coach for the past few years prior and also had several years of customer service experience under my belt, but Real Estate was a completely new territory. I've learned so much in the past tw...
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By Johnny Davis, Where SOLD Happens!
It's that time of year again, Blueberry picking time!! Here in Groveland Florida, we are blessed to have several great places in and around Groveland to go Blueberry picking. So get your stretchy pants on (you know as well as I do, you eat almost as much as you pick!!!) and head on over to one of these great Blueberry picking sites. Tell them Johnny Davis of Davis Signature Realty LLC sent you! 1.) Lake Catherine Blueberries - 5849 Lake Catherine Rd. Groveland, Fl. 352-551-41102.) Blue Bayou Farms - 26921 Bloomfield Ave. Yalaha, Fl. 352-324-40693.) Green Acres - 8635 High St. Yalaha, Fl. 352-324-33334.) H&H Berry Farms - 15217 County Road 455 Montverde, Fl. 1-800-716-4740. Option 2.5.) Mark's Blueberries - 18900 County Road 561 Clermont, Fl. 352-394-21356.) Sand Hill Blueberries - 31614...
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By Michael Dagner, Your Denver Homes Realty Expert
(Brokers Guild Classic)
 Last Chance: Spring Mesa 'Estate Style' Homes - Arvada, CoSprng Mesa Last Chance: Spring Mesa 'Estate Style' Homes - Arvada, CoNew Homes In Arvada CoPrices from $500s Homes & Community Features: Estate-style homes  Luxurious 2-story and ranch designs 2000+ SF Huge lots - 11,000 to 36,000 SF Mountain vistas Conservation terrain and natural beauty Half of community is open space Jefferson County Schools  Call Mike To See Floorplans & Maps DON'T FRET THE LOW INVENTORY  Buy A New Home Today!!   Contact NEW HOME SPECIALISTMichael Dagner @ (303) 514-4000.NEW HOME UPDATES - DENVER COSEARCH ALL DENVER HOMES HEREAttribution Courtesy: NONE  DRHOriginally posted at:  New Home Communities Denver 
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By Michael Dagner, Your Denver Homes Realty Expert
(Brokers Guild Classic)
 Final Closeout:  Midtown at Clear Creek Villa Collection - Denver CoClear Creek Villa Collection Final Closeout:  Midtown at Clear Creek Villa Collection - Denver CoNew Homes In Denver CoPrices from $300s Homes & Community Features: Open floor plans and outdoor living 1490 - 2372 SF Energy-efficient designs Five miles from downtown Denver 21-mile Clear Creek Bike Path Contemporary architecture 30-foot homesites available Dog park and community gardens Easy access to Boulder - Denver  Call Mike To See Floorplans & Maps DON'T FRET THE LOW INVENTORY  Buy A New Home Today!!   Contact NEW HOME SPECIALISTMichael Dagner @ (303) 514-4000.NEW HOME UPDATES - DENVER COSEARCH ALL DENVER HOMES HEREAttribution Courtesy: NONEDWH Originally posted at:  New Home Communities Denver 
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By Michael Dagner, Your Denver Homes Realty Expert
(Brokers Guild Classic)
 Final Closeout:  Newlin Meadows' Award Winning Homes - Parker CoNewlin Meadows Final Closeout:  Newlin Meadows' Award Winning Homes - Parker CoNew Homes In Parker CoPrices from high $300s Homes & Community Features: Stunning homes & designs 2288 - 2961 SF Wonderful location - Town of Parker Innovative energy-efficient homes  Ranch-style and Main-floor masters Hiking and biking trails Open spaces and pocket parks Easy access to I-25 Views of the Front Range Many green belts Douglas County Schools  Call Mike To See Floorplans & Maps DON'T FRET THE LOW INVENTORY  Buy A New Home Today!!   Contact NEW HOME SPECIALISTMichael Dagner @ (303) 514-4000.NEW HOME UPDATES - DENVER COSEARCH ALL DENVER HOMES HEREAttribution Courtesy: NONEDWH Originally posted at:  New Home Communities Denver 
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By Michael Dagner, Your Denver Homes Realty Expert
(Brokers Guild Classic)
 Final Closeout:  Midtown at Clear Creek Cottage Collection - Denver CoMidtown Clear Creek Final Closeout:  Midtown at Clear Creek Cottage Collection - Denver CoNew Homes In Denver CoPrices from low $400s Homes & Community Features: Energy-efficient new homes  Community features award-winning homes Unique contemporary architecture Open floor plans Outdoor courtyards Easy access to I-70, mountains, downtown 21-mile bike path Garden Shed Community Center Mapleton School District  Call Mike To See Floorplans & Maps DON'T FRET THE LOW INVENTORY  Buy A New Home Today!!   Contact NEW HOME SPECIALISTMichael Dagner @ (303) 514-4000.NEW HOME UPDATES - DENVER COSEARCH ALL DENVER HOMES HEREAttribution Courtesy: NONEDWH Originally posted at:  New Home Communities Denver 
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By Michael Dagner, Your Denver Homes Realty Expert
(Brokers Guild Classic)
 4 New Ranch Floorplans - The Gardens At Table Mountain Estates - Golden CoGardens at Table Mountain Estates 4 New Ranch Floorplans - The Gardens At Table Mountain Estates - Golden CoNew Homes In Golden CoPrices from high $500s Homes & Community Features: Luxurious new home community Oversized Lots  Plentiful open space Amenities: community pool & tot lot Hiking & bike trails nearby Near Arvada & downtown Denver Jefferson County Schools  Call Mike To See Floorplans & Maps DON'T FRET THE LOW INVENTORY  Buy A New Home Today!!   Contact NEW HOME SPECIALISTMichael Dagner @ (303) 514-4000.NEW HOME UPDATES - DENVER COSEARCH ALL DENVER HOMES HEREAttribution Courtesy: NONERYL Originally posted at:  New Home Communities Denver 
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By Michael Dagner, Your Denver Homes Realty Expert
(Brokers Guild Classic)
 Village Homes To Sell Model Homes At Candelas - Arvada, COVillage Model Homes Village Homes To Sell Model Homes At Candelas - Arvada, CoNew Homes In Arvada CoPrices from low $600s Homes & Community Features: Move in Ready Homes! Spectacular location in community Professionally designed landscaping Incredible outdoor spaces Many upgreaded finishes and features Designer kitchens Luxurious baths Lower maintenance living  Call Mike To See Floorplans & Maps DON'T FRET THE LOW INVENTORY  Buy A New Home Today!!   Contact NEW HOME SPECIALISTMichael Dagner @ (303) 514-4000.NEW HOME UPDATES - DENVER COSEARCH ALL DENVER HOMES HEREAttribution Courtesy: NONE  VILOriginally posted at:  New Home Communities Denver 
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By Michael Dagner, Your Denver Homes Realty Expert
(Brokers Guild Classic)
 Now Selling:  The Custom Collection At Backcountry - By Auburn HomesHighlands Ranch Now Selling:  The Custom Collection At Backcountry - By Auburn HomesNew Homes In Highlands Ranch CoCall For Current Prices! Homes & Community Features: European-style stone and stucco  4,800+ SF 5+ bedrooms 6+ baths 4 car garages Romantic courtyards Grand foyer w/ breathtaking great room  Massive deck for entertaining  Many intimate spaces  Secluded main-floor guest suites w/private deck Douglas County Schools  Call Mike To See Floorplans & Maps DON'T FRET THE LOW INVENTORY  Buy A New Home Today!!   Contact NEW HOME SPECIALISTMichael Dagner @ (303) 514-4000.NEW HOME UPDATES - DENVER COSEARCH ALL DENVER HOMES HEREAttribution Courtesy: NONE  BAC-AUBOriginally posted at:  New Home Communities Denver 
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By Michael Dagner, Your Denver Homes Realty Expert
(Brokers Guild Classic)
 Final Closeout Of Paragon Semi-Custom Homes In BackCountry - Highlands Ranch CoBackCountry - Paragon Final Closeout Of Paragon Semi-Custom Homes In BackCountryNew Homes In Highlands Ranch CoPrices from $1M Homes & Community Features: Only a few homesites remain!   3 Plans Available! 3,126 - 4,255 SF 3 - 4 Bedrooms 4 - 5 Bathrooms Exclusive semi-custom homes Mountain and lake vistas Chef’s kitchen with butler’s pantry Covered outdoor patio and courtyard with fireplace Finished basement 3-car garage Douglas County Schools  Call Mike To See Floorplans & Maps DON'T FRET THE LOW INVENTORY  Buy A New Home Today!!   Contact NEW HOME SPECIALISTMichael Dagner @ (303) 514-4000.NEW HOME UPDATES - DENVER COSEARCH ALL DENVER HOMES HEREAttribution Courtesy: NONEBAC Originally posted at:  New Home Co...
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By Michael Dagner, Your Denver Homes Realty Expert
(Brokers Guild Classic)
DENVER EVENTS THIS WEEK - May 11th - 17th 2015Here's some of the most popular Denver Events going on in Denver this week: May 11th - 17th  Denver Bike Night The Art of the Baroque - Colorado Symphony Tesoro Indian Market Meet The Bee Keeper Five Points Jazz Festival  SEE ALL EVENTS & PHOTOSdates & times - originally posted at:May Events In Denver   Attributions: noneCopyright © Michael Dagner and DenverHomesOnline.com  SEARCH ALL DENVER HOMES HERE.
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By Michael Dagner, Your Denver Homes Realty Expert
(Brokers Guild Classic)
DENVER EVENTS THIS WEEK - May 18th - 24th 2015Here's some of the most popular Denver Events going on in Denver this week: May 18th - 24th  Bette Midler Divine Intervention Denver Comic Con Boulder Creek Festival Denver Day Of Rock The Waterboys  SEE ALL EVENTS & PHOTOSdates & times - originally posted at:May Events In Denver   Attributions: noneCopyright © Michael Dagner and DenverHomesOnline.com  SEARCH ALL DENVER HOMES HERE.
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By Bob Miller, The Ocala Dream Team
(Keller Williams Cornerstone Realty)
We just sold another great home in the Rainbow Acres neighborhood, Dunnellon, FL.  This custom built home offered benefits galore and a double corner lot for privacy.  The new owners are surely enjoying lots of space for entertaining with a family room, formal living room and dining room.   Light and bright with 9 1/2 foot ceilings, beautiful kitchen with 42” cabinets, bar height seating, pantry, and a breakfast nook for casual dining.      And, as an added bonus, the new home owner's vacation transportation is never far away as this property came equipped with an RV pad offering 30 amp 125v electrical service and water hookup.     Click here for more information on how to make a house like this your home today! POSTED BY
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By Michael Dagner, Your Denver Homes Realty Expert
(Brokers Guild Classic)
DENVER EVENTS THIS WEEK - May 25th - 31st 2015Here's some of the most popular Denver Events going on in Denver this week: May 25th - 31st  Bolder Boulder Beethoven and Brews Weekend of Star Wars - Colorado Symphony Creedence Clearwater Revisited Neil Diamond World Tour 2015  SEE ALL EVENTS & PHOTOSdates & times - originally posted at:May Events In Denver   Attributions: noneCopyright © Michael Dagner and DenverHomesOnline.com  SEARCH ALL DENVER HOMES HERE.
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By Brad Thomsen, Real Estate Services
(Big Bear Realty)
 For Professional Real Estate Services in Edmonds contact Brad Thomsen, Managing Broker at Century 21 Real Estate Center.Call, text or email for more information.    425-890-4649   |   brad@Century21.comEdmonds Marina and Public Boat Launch on Puget SoundEdmonds is home to a public marina and boat launch. You will find all the amenities expected of a world class marina. Moorage, guest moorage, live bait shop, food and beverage, restrooms, showers, fuel, boat repair facilities and fishing charters.This is plenty of parking near Edmonds Marina. Whether coming to the Edmonds waterfront for the day, or to launch your boat, there is plenty of available guest parking available for the day or longer.Within easy walking distance of the ferry terminal, train station and bus station, you can easi...
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By Michael Dagner, Your Denver Homes Realty Expert
(Brokers Guild Classic)
DENVER EVENTS THIS WEEK - June 1st - 7th 2015Here's some of the most popular Denver Events going on in Denver this week: June 1st - 7th  Wicked Best Of Boulder - Walking Tours Film On The Rocks Elizabeth Stampede Rodeo Capitol Hill People's Fair  City Park Jazz  SEE ALL EVENTS & PHOTOSdates & times - originally posted at:June Events In Denver   Attributions: noneCopyright © Michael Dagner and DenverHomesOnline.com  SEARCH ALL DENVER HOMES HERE.
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Pleasant Hill Elementary School, Winfield, IL - May 2015 About Pleasant Hill Elementary School Pleasant Hill Elementary School is a K-5 school in District 200, and is located at 1N220 Plesant Hill in Winfield, IL. It services homes in Carol Stream, Wheaton, and Winfield. Single-FamilyHomes24 Condos &Townhomes2 Foreclosuresfor Sale0 NewConstruction6 AdultCommunities0 Homes for sale in the Pleasant Hill Elementary School area Address Beds Baths Built Price 1N602 Golf View Ln., Winfield, IL 4 3.1 2010 $629,900 1N114 Franklin St., Carol Stream, IL 4 2.0 1948 $229,000 0N500 Arbor Ct., Winfield, IL 5 5.0 1994 $589,900 1N700 Wentworth Ct., Winfield, IL 4 3.1 1999 $599,900 26W120 Wood Lark Dr., Wheaton, IL 4 2.1 1994 $534,900 0N675 Courtney Ln., Winfield, IL 4 2.1 1988 $393,900 0N635 Courtney ...
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