Archives of real estate blog entries for November 01, 2022

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By Debe Maxwell, CRS, The RIGHT CHARLOTTE REALTOR!
(Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310)
NOVEMBER 2022 THANKSGIVING GRATITUDE CHALLENGE It’s that time of the year to hone in on those things for which we are ever-so grateful!  With only a few weeks to go before Thanksgiving Day, it's time again to share our Gratitude posts so, let’s get right to our favorite challenge of the year! We are all so very blessed and now is the time to express our gratitude. An attitude of gratitude is contagious and should be shared. When you express your gratitude in this challenge, you will be rewarded with bonus points from ActiveRain as an expression of our gratitude for YOU!  Beginning Today, Tuesday, NOV 1, 2022, you have the opportunity to write your gratitude posts for this challenge. Rather than ending the challenge on Thanksgiving Day, we will end at the end of the month, 11/30.  Write ...
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To ActiveRain Members: We want to say "thank you very much" for participating in this great Challenge. We appreciate your taking the time to create and share with all of us your blogging success stories, something we celebrated and will continue to create and celebrate.From all of us, the hosting team: Carol Williams, Leanne Smith, and Aura Alex.Blogging has changed the world and how we communicate in business. Research shows that approximately 80% of businesses prefer marketing and advertising in written articles or words instead of the traditional "buy now" sale pitch.Clients and customers are weary of traditional commercials and advertisements, so marketing gurus are working overtime to present their services or products through one of the modern business environments called "bloggin...
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By Liz and Bill Spear, Transaction Alliance Cincinnati & Dayton suburbs
(Transaction Alliance 513.520.5305 www.LizTour.com)
It happens to every blogger sooner or later.  You're sitting at the keyboard...and sitting...and sitting.  Nothing but blank space.How do you break the blogging block and get the flow going again?The ideas are out there, it's mostly a matter of tuning in and finding something that sparks your interest. Maybe you just need to blog ANYTHING just to break the block, or maybe you still want to blog for your target audience and keep your blogging time productive, but there are choices out there, but where??For starters, here are some sources:All those real estate newsletters and magazines you get?  Ideas can be found to tailor to your local market.Blasts from the local builders about an incentive?  A new phase of a community?  A new community?  New floor plans?  A sale on a market home?  All...
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Mission Viejo Weekly Market Update October 24th - 30th, 2022 Emerald Pointe II RECENTLY SOLD Park Terrace Lane | 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1200 sq. ft. | $712,000 Greystone Califia RECENTLY SOLD Rubidoux | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1418 sq. ft. | $775,000 Las Palmas RECENTLY SOLD La Real | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 525 sq. ft. | $375,000 Mallorca Condos RECENTLY SOLD Porreras | 2 bedrooms | 1 baths | 1281 sq. ft. | $849,900 Arta | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1444 sq. ft. | $899,900 Mirasol RECENTLY SOLD Chaumont | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1105 sq. ft. | $699,000 Rainbow Ridge NEWLY LISTED Rose | 2 bedrooms | 1 baths | 942 sq. ft. | $568,000 Sienna Ridge NEWLY LISTED Sienna | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1369 sq. ft. | $710,000
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Laguna Niguel Weekly Market Update October 24th - 30th, 2022 Bridgeport Terrace RECENTLY SOLD Paseo El Siena | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1338 sq. ft. | $650,000 Casa La Paz RECENTLY SOLD El Pilar | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 958 sq. ft. | $550,000 Chandon BACK ON THE MARKET Chandon | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1256 sq. ft. | $749,000 Del Prado RECENTLY SOLD Via Las Palmas | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 907 sq. ft. | $514,900 Expressions BACK ON THE MARKET Calle Playa | 1 bedrooms | 1.5 baths | 893 sq. ft. | $609,000 Laguna Sur BACK ON THE MARKET Saint Tropez | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 2337 sq. ft. | $2,250,000 Milano at Rancho Niguel RECENTLY SOLD Caldaro | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 542 sq. ft. | $428,000
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By Richard Weeks, REALTOR®, Broker
Here is the north Texas real estate market update as of  November 1, 2022.New properties for sale 250Back on the market listings 134Price decrease listings 532Price increase 36Active kick out 16Active option contract 246Active contingent 41Pending listings 424Sold listings 543Expired listings 544Cancelled listings 111Withdrawn listings 12Temporary off market listings 64Coming soon listings 50
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By Scott Garrison, Top ORLANDO AREA Realtor…this Realtor WORKS!
(Re/Max Town & Country Realty)
According to a study conducted by Bankrate, Florida and Central Florida/Orlando will be the greatest state to retire in 2022. This will be followed by Georgia, Michigan, Ohio, and Missouri.On the other hand, the state of Alaska finished dead bottom of our list. The state received rankings that were towards the bottom of the pack in terms of both its affordability and its climate. However, Alaska did come in first place in one of the subcategories, and that was because its citizens had the lowest overall tax burden.Why Should Retirees Choose Florida as Their Home State? Florida has long been a paradise for those in their golden years. If you want consistently high temperatures, you should consider moving to Florida, which, after Hawaii, has the second-highest average temperatures. Howeve...
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By Wayne Martin, Real Estate Broker - Retired
(Wayne M Martin)
Yes, I am back. After a vacation cruise where my wife prohibited a computer, it is time to resume trivia questions.Trivia questions for Tuesday November 1, 20221. How many muscles are in an elephants trunk?2. What popular actor produced the show "Entourage"?3. What fruit comes in Chubby Gray and Jubilee variety?4. A buck, or male deer, is also called a what?Enjoy your day. 
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Lake Forest Weekly Market Update October 24th - 30th, 2022 Cedar Glen RECENTLY SOLD Trabuco Road | 2 bedrooms | 1.5 baths | 1200 sq. ft. | $455,000 Greenridge RECENTLY SOLD Sunny Ridge | 3 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1083 sq. ft. | $625,000 Le Parc RECENTLY SOLD Le Parc | 2 bedrooms | 1.5 baths | 1200 sq. ft. | $589,999 Palermo RECENTLY SOLD Trento Way | 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1205 sq. ft. | $705,000 Serrano Sandcastle BACK ON THE MARKET Camelia | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 953 sq. ft. | $525,000 RECENTLY SOLD Camelia | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 953 sq. ft. | $495,000 Vista Del Flores RECENTLY SOLD Gladiolos Way | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 789 sq. ft. | $449,000 Jasmines Way | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1048 sq. ft. | $635,000 White Oak BACK ON THE MARKET View Pointe | 2 bedrooms | 1 baths | 1020 sq. f...
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By Paul Guenther - Empire Title, The Extra Mile Is Part Of My Regular Route!
(Empire Title Agency)
November 1st is National Scented Candle Day!I must have over sensitive olfactory senses, because most candles I find irritating.Like Cinnamon, Vanilla, Cheap Pine Tree...But my youngest daughter introduced me to Hearthwick Flame a wood wick candle!  Flavor was called Fireside- Redwood, Sandlewood, Clove.So I am now hooked on thatEnjoy  National Scented Candle Day!ARIZONA REALTORS and LENDERs- I can have these made up for you as well without my company branding. It is a great fun way to stay top of mind by posting on social media daily, and it isn't just about work, the market etcetera.  Show your clients that you have a silly side!
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ActiveRain’s Multitude of Benefits - 2022   I have been pondering this all month long - in fact, longer than that - since Carol Williams proposed this challenge! I wanted to share my #1 best story from the Rain but, there have been so many, I thought I would share ‘the best of the best.’   #1 - The Friendships = Family As we so often say, ‘back in the day,’ things were different! We had a TON of very active members - I remember hijacking posts and talking for hours on the phone with groups of other members! RainCamps and meet-ups were frequent and FUN! Now, the meet-ups are even more coveted than before - we are often in smaller groups but, the lovely part about that is that we are more focused on one another. I’ve enjoyed meet-ups in Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, Fort Meyers, Los Angeles, ...
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By Roy Kelley
(Retired)
Paul Henderson, REALTOR®, Fathom Realty WA LLC, Kitsap & Mason County, Washington's preferred real estate Agent & Broker     If you carry joy in your heart, you can heal any moment!  Attributed to Carlos Santana Thank you for reading and commenting on my blog post! This post was researched, authored, and photo by Paul Henderson, REALTOR®, ©2008-2022, all rights reserved. All information is deemed reliable; however it should be independently verified by the reader. Any reproduction of this blog post is prohibited without the prior written permission of the author...  and courtesy of  Paul S. Henderson, Residential Real Estate Broker  Tacoma Washington  Realtor ® BPOR, CRS, GRI, CDPE Fathom Realty WA LLC Serving South Puget Sound in Washington State         Paul's Service Area     As a R...
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How to Rightsize- 10 Tips to Get You Started   At some point, you, a friend, or a family member may suggest selling your home and moving into something that is more suitable for your current needs.     People have used the word Downsize however, I’d rather use a more positive word like RIGHTSIZE.    You may think that you’re tired of the maintenance on the large home you have now… …or you want to move closer to your family …you want to move into an area where it’s easier to socialize with others in your age group …you are tired of the stairs   Whatever your reasons for wanting to make a lifestyle change, here are 10 tips to get you started.   1. Make sure that this is what you want to do. Don’t feel pressured into moving by family and friends. Children mean well when they suggest you m...
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By Charles Stallions, 850-476-4494 - Pensacola, Pace or Gulf Breeze, Fl.
(Charles Stallions Real Estate Services )
ATTOM: Seller profit margins – the change between median purchase and resale prices – fell to 54.6% in 3Q, down from 57.6% in the second quarter. Changing Real Estate Market Hurts Sellers Too By Kerry Smith IRVINE, Calif. – According to ATTOM’s third-quarter 2022 U.S. Home Sales Report, profit margins on median-priced single-family home and condo sales across the United States decreased to 54.6% as home prices declined for the first time in almost three years. Seller profit margins are the change between median purchase prices and resale prices. The drop-off in typical profit margins, from 57.6% in the second quarter, came as the median national home value went down 3% quarterly, to roughly $340,000. “Rapidly-rising mortgage rates have not only resulted in fewer home sales, (they’ve) b...
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Lenders and Realtors are exploring ways to create a more affordable mortgage for a Santa Fe home purchase.  "It's a fact that many households are impacted by higher mortgage rates as they no longer earn the qualifying income for the median-priced home." Nadia Evangelou, NAR Economist. Today, new financial loan products and negotiation together can make it possible to purchase in this Santa Fe market. One of the things we are doing to help buyers lower their house payments is to suggest an adjustable-rate mortgage.  The rates on these types of loans are tied to indexes that reflect the current market rates and produce less risk for the lender.  The payments adjust on the anniversary date based on the index plus margin named in the note. While many people think that they only adjust upwa...
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By Charles Stallions, 850-476-4494 - Pensacola, Pace or Gulf Breeze, Fl.
(Charles Stallions Real Estate Services )
If you’re concerned we’re making the same mistakes that led to the housing crash, the graphs above should help alleviate your fears. Concrete data and expert insights clearly show why this is nothing like the last time. 1.6KSHARES 1.2K 113 14 252 With all the headlines and talk in the media about the shift in the housing market, you might be thinking this is a housing bubble. It’s only natural for those thoughts to creep in that make you think it could be a repeat of what took place in 2008. But the good news is, there’s concrete data to show why this is nothing like the last time. There’s Still a Shortage of Homes on the Market Today, Not a Surplus For historical context, there were too many homes for sale during the housing crisis (many of which were short sales and foreclosures), an...
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By Charles Stallions, 850-476-4494 - Pensacola, Pace or Gulf Breeze, Fl.
(Charles Stallions Real Estate Services )
Any major life change can be scary, and buying a home is no different. Partner with a trusted real estate professional to take the fear out of the equation. Charles Stallions has many mortgage opportunities for you. You need an expert and that expert is Charles Stallions Real Estate Services/   Some Highlights Even with higher mortgage rates, the mortgage process doesn’t need to be something you fear. Here are some steps to help as you set out to buy a home. Know your credit score and work to build strong credit. When you’re ready, lean on the pros and connect with a lender so you can get pre-approved and begin your home search. Bottom Line "There Is A Realtor For That" If you’re ready to buy or sell a home Charles Stallions with over 27 years of experience will give you expert advice ...
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By Charles Stallions, 850-476-4494 - Pensacola, Pace or Gulf Breeze, Fl.
(Charles Stallions Real Estate Services )
Millennials are interested in and well-positioned to achieve their homeownership dreams. If you’re ready to sell your house, know that it may be just what they’re looking for.   If you’re thinking about selling your house but wondering if buyers are still out there, know that there are still people who are searching for a home to buy today. And your house may be exactly what they’re looking for. While the millennial generation has been dubbed the renter generation, that namesake may not be appropriate anymore. Millennials, the largest generation, are actually a significant driving force for buyer demand in the housing market today. Here’s why. Millennial Homebuying Power While there’s no denying higher mortgage rates are making it more challenging to afford a home today, many millennia...
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By Charles Stallions, 850-476-4494 - Pensacola, Pace or Gulf Breeze, Fl.
(Charles Stallions Real Estate Services )
Why come up short Charles Stallions with over 27 years of experience in pricing it right the first time, selling on YOUR time frame is the leader in the Pensacola, Pace, and Gulf Breeze, Florida markets we do the heavy lifting that others will not do. CALL NOW at 850-476-4494 and gets the facts with a no-obligation over-the-phone consultation.    Redfin: Pending home sales and new listings both saw their biggest year-over-year drops since the pandemic’s start, hitting levels roughly on par with April 2020. SEATTLE – Pending home sales and new listings both saw their biggest year-over-year drops since the start of the pandemic, dipping to levels roughly on par with April 2020, according to a new Redfin report, the technology-powered real estate brokerage. Sellers’ Time on Market Doubles...
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Realtor
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
DO YOU NEED TO SELL YOUR GREATER CHARLOTTE HOME BY YEAR-END?CAN YOU SELL YOUR GREATER CHARLOTTE HOME BY YEAR-END? Thinking about selling your Greater Charlotte area home by year-end 2022 and are wondering if it's possible to do so?  The answer is YES! Here's what you need to know about the Charlotte real estate market that makes the answer to this question a  YES. Charlotte region's days on market remain low. Year-to-date, homes in the Charlotte region have sold in 19 days, on average, which is equal to the days we saw for the same time frame one year ago. New listings are slowing down. As of September 2022, Charlotte region saw its fourth consecutive month of fewer new listings. Year-to-date new listings are down 5.8%. As we enter the holiday season we can expect the trend to continue ...
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When you don’t really understand critical factors that create team performance you can make many costly mistakes in hiring and training. Skills are one factor but the inclination to like the job is important. This is what Gallup calls trait engagement and in layman’s terms this might be called a question of skill or will.  Pay attention to this when taking on new agents in your team. Many companies spend time and effort on identifying the correct skill sets when hiring. Then, after a candidate is finally hired the company will invest in training the new employee in the skills, processes, and procedures for doing the job. In addition, the new employee will look to increase his or her skills and understanding of the business. The employee attends training on the latest systems or learns ...
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By Dick Betts, REALTOR® The Villages, Florida
(TOUCHSTONE REAL ESTATE)
As Realtors, we need to understand the current demographic and migration trends that is reshaping inventory level, new construction and affordability.  I recently read the Side Report and found it very interesting the trends that are effecting the housing market.In 2021, The U.S. grew just 0.1% which is the slows growth since the nation was formed.  Our growth has been on a downward trend the past 30 years which was a surprise to me.  So not a lot of growth but what is one of the biggest factor migration from large metro areas to area of the country with lower housing cost.  I see the trend locally as some of the homes I have sold in The Villages, Florida are purchased by younger Boomers leaving large cities and working remotely.  When we discuss taxes and other cost of living they are ...
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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 As Realtors, we need to understand the current demographic and migration trends that is reshaping inventory level, new construction and affordability.  I recently read the Side Report and found it very interesting the trends that are effecting the housing market. In 2021, The U.S. grew just 0.1% which is the slows growth since the nation was formed.  Our growth has been on a downward trend the past 30 years which was a surprise to me.  So not a lot of growth but what is one of the biggest factor migration from large metro areas to area of the country with lower housing cost.  I see the trend locally as some of the homes I have sold in The Villages, Florida are pu...
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