Archives of real estate blog entries for January 01, 2011

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Trends for 2011: No More Chasing Social Media Rainbows

By Jeremy Blanton, Myrtle Beach REALTOR®- myrtlebeachhomesblog.com

(Myrtle Beach Homes Blog)

I am regularly asked by clients what is the next newest, latest & greatest social network to be coming down the pike. They want the jumpstart on the next hot thing so they can beat their competition on getting set up there before everyone else. They feel if they are the first there, they can be an expert and have a leg up on everyone else. Also, they are looking for the "next big thing" or as I call it the proverbial pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. So, I decided that today I am going to share with you my predictions for 2011 and what I feel is going to be the next greatest things to get your business connected into. Some of you probably have heard of these before, but others of you may not. For those looking to get a leg up on the competition, here's what I feel will help ... 01/01/2011

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When Do You Hit 'Unsubscribe'?

By Laura Giannotta, Your Realtor Down the Shore!

(Keller Williams Realty - Atlantic Shore )

So this bug's gotten hold of me...the in with the new and out with the old thing! Participating in a challenge last month got to me clean up my files, my desk and my systems in an effort to make 2011 a better more focused year. I now have a dilemma. In this cleaning up and better organization frenzy, I've looked at my ActiveRain blog subscriptions. I have at least ten subscriptions where there have been no new posts in over a year! What to do? What do you do? I don't want to just 'unsubscribe', that sounds so cold. And if I was away for a while, I'd hate to come back and find my friends had abandoned me! So, this month I'm going to email all of the blog writers on my blog subscription list. If they haven't posted in a while, I'll tell them I miss the daily, weekly or sometim... 01/01/2011

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Yearly Resolutions are Worthless

By Mario Jannatpour, Author of the Book, "The Honest Real Estate Agent"

(RE/MAX Alliance in Louisville, Colorado)

Happy New Year! Today we are waking up from a long night of partying and ringing in the new year. Can you believe it? It's 2011. Wow! It's our custom to think about and set new year resolutions for ourselves. Some examples are: I need to lose 10 lbs, stop smoking, start exercising on a regular basis, get to work everyday by 9am at the latest, be a better Mother, be a better Father, save more money for the college fund, or just be happy. I was chatting with my wife today and she suggested we need to look out 10 years with our resolutions and goals. And I thought to myself this is a great idea. I look back 10 years ago from where I was to where I am today: I got married in the past decade, we had two daughters, I changed careers from Corporate Sales into Real Estate, we bought an... 01/01/2011

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Short Sales Who Gets the Key or to Re-key??

By Sun City Grand Homes Surprise AZ Real Estate Leolinda Bowers Designated Broker Leolinda Realty, Sun City Grand in Surprise Arizona

(Leolinda Realty)

Earlier this week I was showing a client short sale properties in Surprise listed on Arizona Multiple Listing Service. At a specific property the key in the combination lockbox did not open the front door and there was a new deadbolt lock. I called the listing agent to tell him that the home was obviously re-keyed. According to the listing agent, banks are re-keying vacant short-sale properties to winterize them. Evidently this is a procedure banks are doing in order to protect the property. Within a few hours, the listing agent had the locks re-keyed a second time. The trustee sale on this property is scheduled for February. Although the judicial system has not given the bank the title to the property yet, does the bank have a right to exclude the homeowner from re-entering the pr... 01/01/2011

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Yes, Virginia, You CAN take a vacation!

By Linda Welsh

(Linda Welsh Realty Group)

This is the year to cast off the guilt, plan for and take that vacation! This is the beginning of my 7th year as an owner of a Real Estate and Auction Company. While I have occasionally taken a week or two to the lakehouse, we haven't taken a really great or far off vacation in years! We have had a few short trips to football games but not what I would call "life-changing" This year was the perfect opportunity. My youngest daughter, a college student studying Architecture, had the opportunity to study abroad and attend classes (including Italian classes and art classes) in a small town in the Tuscany region of Italy. Knowing that she would be traveling throughout Italy, visiting the Vatican, Rome, Venice, and even Switzerland, Morroco and Barcelona, I knew we had a very capable pri... 01/01/2011

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Continuing education in real estate

By Juli Vosmik, Scottsdale/Cave Creek, AZ real estate 480-710-0739

(Dominion Fine Properties)

As all real estate agents know, every 2 years we must complete at least 24 hours of continuing education courses. Here in Arizona, the title companies, loan officers and inspection companies offer some great courses - some with very valid, current content. Because of time contraints, I chose to take my classes on line. Here's how I see it: It takes me about an hour to shower, put on makeup, dry my hair, etc. Then, it's a 15 to 30 minute drive to attend the classes which must be at least 3 hours in length. While the networking is great and there is interaction between the instructor and the students, that's up to 5 hours out of my day. By taking the classes on line, I sit in the comfort of my own home, and study the material at my own pace. What I did this year, I went... 01/01/2011

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HOW DO YOU PREDICT HOUSING SALES FOR 2011?...I See A Major Trend In Custom "New Builds"

By Paula Hathaway, REALTOR, LBA, ...A Local Expert in all The Hamptons

(Douglas Elliman Real Estate)

HOW DO YOU PREDICT HOUSING SALES FOR 2011???... I See A Major Trend In Custom "New Builds" According to the latest news, modest increases in new home sales gives one the hope that this is the new beginning that we have been waiting for! National news is sounding very grim for the housing market going forward, but I am getting the calls that I have been waiting for from builders. Now, there are not enough "tear-downs" to satisfy the needs! The builders who took the chance in '09 have houses sold or in contract right now. One new construction on a relatively modest street has just sold here in Southampton Village and that has started a run on the smaller houses on that street! I will have a new listing after I sell the smaller house at the end of the street---another "New Build" that is e... 01/01/2011

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The cows still need milking in the morning.

By Charles Buell, Seattle Home Inspector

(Charles Buell Inspections Inc.)

One learns a lot of life lessons when one grows up on a farm. You learn about how critters get born, how they get made (forget the stork thing), and how they die---some even taste good. You were hit in the face almost on a daily basis with “how things work,” and conversely “how things didn’t work.” One of the basic things that I learned was that while there were some differences between the days of the week, there were always things that had to be done regardless of the day of the week or year---even on Sunday and Christmas. The cows had to be milked twice a day, the cows had to be fed twice a day, and the cow manure had to be shoveled every day. The chicken’s eggs had to be gathered every day, and they also had to be fed and watered every day. Of course there were many other thi... 01/01/2011

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"Furnace Has Had An Annual Service Contract"

By Jay Markanich, Home Inspector - servicing all Northern Virginia

(Jay Markanich Real Estate Inspections, LLC)

I can tell you that when a home inspector sees a service sticker on an HVAC unit, and the service is up to date, that inspector will feel a little bit better about the system. Even if it is an older system, as on this house. And, knowing that the system is old, the agent thought to feature the fact that the diligent homeowners had a regular service contract. Prominent in the list of features was listed, "Furnace has had an annual service contract." And, normally, that is great information. The key word however is system. If a company is going to maintain a unit, they have to treat it as a system. The "V" in HVAC stands for VENTILATION. The exhaust gases have to vent out, and in this system they vent outside the house through the roof. All of the exhaust tubing ... 01/01/2011

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Frustrations of a young home buyer

By Virginia Tatseos

(Stage-Show-Sell)

We have been watching a young potential home buyer go through a horrible frustrating time trying to purchase a home. He's lined up his finances and contacted an agent to work with him. That's the easy part. The hard part comes when houses have been selected to view and agents don't return appointment phone calls OR the houses suddenly have offers on them. They have been listed for less than 24 hours and they have offers. How can that be? He's discovered that he must look on the public side of the mls several times a day for new listings. When one comes up he and the agent must be Johnny on the spot to view the property and write an offer immediately. The offer states 72 hours for the sellers to respond and a week goes by with nothing. No rejection or acceptance. Just nothing. T... 01/01/2011

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San Diego Real Estate | 2010 Photos | Year in Review

By William Johnson, Retired

(Retired)

San Diego Real Estate | 2010 Photos | Year in Review One of the best pleasures I have as we are in the last days of the year is to present the year 2010 in photos. With literally thousands of photos to choose from, it was fun reminiscing in my mind of the many experiences I shared with you this past year. I selected for this slide show a collection of photos that best represents these experiences and also the best of the year 2010 in San Diego. While these photos are in no particular order, I hope you enjoy this extra long slide show that represents the best of San Diego and my experiences traveling around the state in 2010. "2010 Year in Review" Photography byWilliamJohnson 01/01/2011

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What were your 10 Best ActiveRain Post in 2010?

By David Popoff, Realtor®,SRS, Green ~ Fairfield County, Ct

(DMK Real Estate )

What were your 10 Best ActiveRain Post in 2010? The statistic page on ActiveRain is one of my favorite pages. It tells you how many Comments, Views and Clicks you got for each post. It is really interesting to me to see what blogs people like and which were not big hits. For me there were some surprises where I thought I hit it on the bull’s eye but got very low views and other blogs that took only minutes to write where big hits….you never know. I would like to share my 10 most viewed blogs of 2010. What were your 10 most active blogs in 2010? I follow a lot of ActiveRain members for their quality content and style of writing, some of my favorite are: Dagny Eason, Paula Hathaway, Michael Thornton, Phyllis Lerner, Chrissy Doremus and Debbie Gartner just to mention a few, I can write a ... 01/01/2011

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So WHAT?

By Liz Lockhart, GRI, Cape Girardeau Real Estate

(Riverbend Realty, Cape Girardeau, MO)

"So WHAT!" Sounds insolent or rude, doesn't it? Wait a minute. It might just be the key to a successful future. Before real estate, which BTW is the most profitable career I've ever had, I spent a few years as a traveling sales rep. That company put salespeople through periodic "sales training" courses. The most dreaded part of the yearly cycle for me, though, was filling out what the manager referred to as the yearly commitment forms. One of the trainers kept saying "so WHAT?" during discussions with sales reps about their goal-setting or sales activities. I thought he was being a smart a**(smart aleck would be a nicer way to put it). In fact, most of the time, I did not like the brash, cavalier man who constantly challenged everything I said and seemed to have little faith that I wou... 01/01/2011

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Real Estate Market 2010: The Year of Intervention

By Leslie Ebersole, I help brokers build businesses they love.

(Swanepoel T3 Group)

The great conundrum of 2010 is the sheer magnitude of government intervention in the housing market. Regardless of your political leanings, it's important to understand how government programs support the housing market and the economy. If your client sold a home because of the incentive of home buyer tax credits, or your buyer obtained a mortgage loan with a federal guarantee (like FHA) or if you deducted mortgage interest on your income tax, then you benefited from a government program. Those of us in the real estate business are inextricably tied to a slew of government social, fiscal and monetary programs. Many people believe that the government should get out of artificially supporting the housing market. Be careful what you wish for, though. The withdrawal of federally funded pr... 01/01/2011

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Who pays the buyer's agent ?

By Gita Bantwal, REALTOR,ABR,CRS,SRES,GRI - Bucks County & Philadel

(RE/MAX Centre Realtors)

email from North Carolina . We will be relocating to Philadelphia and are looking to buy a home We saw your profile and web site on the internet. We would like you to help us find a home. How much do you charge ? ANSWER. If you employ me as your Buyer's agent, you do not have to pay me any thing. I will accept the fees offered by the seller's agent as mentioned in the multiple listing. When a seller lists with an agent , the seller offers a certain amount to the listing agent and the agent signs a contract with the seller as to how the agent will split the fees with another agent who procures the buyer. This amount is mentioned in the mls . The amount is paid to buyer's agent at settlement. If you do not buy a house I do not get paid for my time and expenses. When you sign a buyer's ... 01/01/2011

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Happy Birthday Papa Jon!!!

By Inna Hardison, Wordpress for Real Estate & Design, Print HaMedia Group

(ha media group)

Note: today is Jon Zolsky's birthday. He happens to be my dad. This small tribute is one of the few ways I have of saying Thank You. When I was little, I thought that trees made the wind that made them sway just so, and when the black silhouettes of birds, outlined sharply against the red of the setting sun, were dipped in wispy fog of clouds, it was but a secret communion of the birds and the trees foreshadowing some magic occurrence, like thunder and lightning, or the kind of rain that would make for the most fantastic bounty of mushrooms the next day, our gift from the fairies. In my other winter home in frozen arctic, I stared incessantly at the immaculately white expanse that for many years stretched from my window to the thin line of the horizon rather convinced that it was, ... 01/01/2011

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Plagiarism ~ Ignorance is bliss until you get a call from an attorney

By Amy Jones Group, 4 Time BEST OF OUR VALLEY Winner

(South East Valley - www.AmyJonesGroup.com)

They say imitation is the greatest form of flattery so why doesn't it feel that way when you stumble upon someone passing off your work as their own. It happened to me yesterday when I found an agent had copied one of my blog posts (including the image I had paid to use) and posted it on her blog as if she had written it herself. After I glued the top of my head back in place, I contacted her and asked her to remove the post from her blog. She responded by saying that many of her posts had been copied because "everything on the Internet is public domain...there is nothing private" quote, unquote. She also stated that she "did not see any copyright on the posting, therefore saw no reason to not share further". She then provided the following excerpt. "The fair use law is based on the ... 01/01/2011

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YOU'RE AN "R" AND YOU WANNA BE AN "O", BUT YOU MUST BE A "B" FIRST

By Steve Baklaich, Treating Buyers & Sellers to Full Service Always.

(RE/MAX Results St Cloud Mn real estate)

You're an R and you wanna be an O, but you must be a B first... So, your an R (Renter) and you have been noticing that every month you pay hundreds of dollars to help your landlord pay off his/her mortgage, and you're no longer thrilled with this arrangement. Maybe, you think, it would be nice to be an O (Owner), and have something of value for all the money going out each month! Well, you need to first change from an R to a B (Buyer), and that brings up the question of the day; are you a Buyer? Many Renters do not know if they can or should become Buyers, but in many cases they already are, and just don't know it! Ask yourself: -Is my job and income source stable? -Do I have some savings that could be used for down payment, and or home expenses? -Is my lifestyle settled/will I be st... 01/01/2011

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New Chase Short Sale Fast Track. 10 Day Approvals and $20,000 For Moving!!

By Tim Fennell, Jacksonville Real Estate

(The Legends of Real Estate, REALTORS®)

CHASE HOME MORTGAGE SHORT SALE INFORMATION ALERT! This is a very interesting move by Chase and very promising for Jacksonville home sellers who have a Chase mortgage that may qualify. AVOID FORECLOSURE! If you live in the greater Jacksonville area and have received a similar letter from Chase Home Mortgage regarding your mortgage, contact us as soon as possible. Our team (which includes a real estate attorney) will kick things into high gear to help you get your home on the market and sold quickly! Call Tim Fennell at 904-568-4528 today... don't wait a minute. (Our sincere thanks to Broker Bryant for bringing this to our attention and allowing us to re-blog his article!) Hi folks. I had a seller call me earlier this week needing a Short Sale agent ASAP!! He hasn't made payments for many... 01/01/2011

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January 1, 2011 Santa Rosa County Florida Daily Foreclosure & Short Sale Listings Update

By Trish Sarfert, Serving military & civilian relocations!

(Gulf Coast Home Experts)

January 1, 2011 Santa Rosa County Florida Daily Foreclosure & Short Sale Listings UpdateThe following is a list of all distressed property listings in the PensacolaMLS / Santa Rosa County Florida region that have either been updated or newly listed today. For a complete list of all current distressed (foreclosure, short sale, estate, REO) properties, please call me at 850-449-0908 or visit my website to search PensacolaMLS listings. I will be happy to send you customized emails with daily email updates of new listings and price reductions. As prior active duty, I proudly serve the military stationed at NAS Pensacola, Saufley Field & Whiting, and would be happy to assist with your military PCS. Don't Forget- Our Buyer's Agent services are FREE! 397913 1435 Joseph Cir, Gulf Breeze, F... 01/01/2011

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What were your 10 Best ActiveRain Post in 2010?

By David Popoff, Realtor®,SRS, Green ~ Fairfield County, Ct

(DMK Real Estate )

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Positive Quote of the Day

By Frank Cawley Nebraska Home Inspector

(BrickKicker Inspection Services)

Positive Quote of the Day "I find the great thing in this world is not so much where we stand, as in what direction we are moving: To reach the port of heaven, we must sail sometimes with the wind and sometimes against it, -- but we must sail, and not drift, nor lie at anchor." — Oliver Wendell Holmes (1809-1894) American Writer 01/01/2011

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January 1, 2011 Escambia County Florida Daily Foreclosure & Short Sale Listings Update

By Trish Sarfert, Serving military & civilian relocations!

(Gulf Coast Home Experts)

January 1, 2011 Escambia County Florida Daily Foreclosure & Short Sale Listings UpdateThe following is a list of all distressed property listings in the PensacolaMLS / Escambia County Florida region that have either been updated or newly listed today. For a complete list of all current distressed (foreclosure, short sale, estate, REO) properties, please call me at 850-449-0908 or visit my website to search PensacolaMLS listings. I will be happy to send you customized emails with daily email updates of new listings and price reductions. As prior active duty, I proudly serve the military stationed at NAS Pensacola, Saufley Field & Whiting, and would be happy to assist with your military PCS. Don't Forget- Our Buyer's Agent services are FREE! 394324 2421 W Hwy 4, Century, FL Price Cha... 01/01/2011

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Is New Year's Eve Over Yet?

By Toni Weidman, 20+ Years Selling Homes in New Port Richey, FL

(Sailwinds Realty)

It was Shayna's First New Year's Eve last night! Happy New Year, Everyone! Recent Posts by Toni Gulf Harbors Sea Forest Home for Sale in New Port Richey-FL The Beautiful Waterfront community of Gulf Harbors - New Port Richey-Florida Scarlet Ibis really stand out from the crowd - Animal Kingdom Volkswagen of New Port Richey - a Toys for Tots EventBonnie Howard-SPCA Suncoast of New Port Richey-going on the SunCruz Santa and his golfcart – Timber Greens in New Port Richey-Florida Gulfcoast Harley Davidson of New Port Richey – Benefit for SPCA Suncoast Holiday Lake Estates Home for Sale - Holiday-FloridaJack Frost visited last night in New Port Richey-FloridaThe Fresh Market in Clearwater, Florida – a delight for your eyes & nose.Holiday Parade in New Port Richey FL – a night-time sho... 01/01/2011

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The Perfect New Year's Eve Feast

By Jay Markanich, Home Inspector - servicing all Northern Virginia

(Jay Markanich Real Estate Inspections, LLC)

Every year my tradition is to have a barbeque New Year's Eve. And every year the menu is steak and lobster. It's been that way for years, no matter the weather. I am a grill guy. I built a deck to have a place for my grill. Now, it is important that a grill be manly. It should have a shape and appearance that appeals to THE MAN. Certain people might actually want a grill's appearance with a slightly different appeal, perhaps looking like a lightweight, 12 gauge, auto-loading over/under, with a custom stock (and no adjustable choke). Well, different strokes for different folks. My grill is different. A Ruger .357 Magnum six-load revolver with a custom, hand-fitted handle comes to mind. It is ... perfect! So, let the grilling begin! It is important for you to know the etiquette ... 01/01/2011

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SAS Institute Brings 100 Jobs to Cary

By Tracy Santrock, Raleigh - Cary Broker

(Santrock Realty Group Inc. ,)

Cary, NC continues to lead the way in job creation and business recovery. Recently NC Governor, Beverly Perdue, announced that SAS Institute Inc., the world's largest priveately held software company & "best place to work" will bring over 100 new jobs to the Cary area to man its SAS Analytics Lab for state and local government. Most of the new SAS jobs will target technology and government experts who will be charged with crunching data numbers using the power of SAS' new 38,000-square-foot cloud computer center at its Cary headquarter campus. In addition to the job creation SAS plans on investing $3 Million in their new internal human resources and finance headquarters. Governor Purdue explained that the government's use of SAS Software will help fight Medicade fraund and is the l... 01/01/2011

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Happy 2011!

By Valerie Zinger, Home Organizer

(House Proud Ottawa-Ontario-Canada)

May this new year bring us peace, health, love, friends, family, contentment, success, the sound of children laughing, tears of sorrow and of joy, challenges, hope, new interests, a sense of exploration, a bright future, things to look forward to and things to remember fondly. Here is to a bright and prosperous 2011. Photo credit: Lets cheers Happy new year 2009 @ http://www.flickr.com/photos/nima0021/3193886965/ 01/01/2011

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Older Homeowners Turn to Reverse Mortgages

By Mia Pankey

(Latitudes Realty)

With demand rising for reverse mortgages, senior citizens are particularly at risk of being misled and should be protected by greater government oversight of the industry, according to a report by Consumers Union and two California advocacy groups. In a struggling economy, older homeowners are turning to reverse mortgages as a way to pull money out of their homes, with the loan not coming due until the borrower dies. But the loans can come with hefty charges, including origination fees, closing costs and compounding interest on loan principal."Reverse mortgages are a very risky deal for borrowers who don't understand the complicated terms of the loan and how quickly fees and interest charges can add up," said Norma Garcia, senior staff attorney for Consumers Union. "Reverse mortgages ... 01/01/2011

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One is the onliest number...1/1/11

By Peter Buchsbaum, A relationship you can trust is an investment we a

(Gateway Funding)

If ones and elevens are considered the most powerful numbers then today should have a little added boost as a new begining. But do not worry if today is is not the new beginning you were looking for. You will have three more chances throughout the year (1/11/11, 11/1/11, and 11/11/11). For some added fun 1,111 multiplied by itself equals 1,234,321 01/01/2011

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Delaware Mortgage Rates - Friday - December 31, 2010

By John Thomas, First Time Home Buyer Expert

(Primary Residential Mortgage Inc.)

Delaware Mortgage Rate Advisory for Friday December 31, 2010 Friday's bond market has opened in positive territory as investors look to close the year out on a positive note. The stock markets are showing minor losses of 18 points in the Dow and 11 points in the Nasdaq. The bond market is currently up 10/32, which should improve this morning's Delaware mortgage rates by approximately .125 of a discount point.There is nothing of importance this morning, making it highly likely that we will crawl into the end of the year. As expected, trading is extremely light this morning and there is no reason to think that will change before today's 2:00 PM ET close. The stock markets are technically open all day, but it doesn't look many traders went to work. We will probably see a little fluctuation... 01/01/2011

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Equity Sale- You won't be disappointed. Very large home, Hollywood-Florida

By Goran Jovanovic, Realtor, www.goranflorida.com

(KW Elite)

3701 N 47TH AV HOLLYWOOD, FL You won't be disappointed. Emerald Hills, Best of Miami, Beaches & Southeast Florida Real Estate, http://www.goranflorida.com 4BR/2BA Single Family House $439,900 Year Built 1972 Sq Footage 2,962 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms 2 full, 0 partial Floors Unspecified Parking Unspecified Lot Size 9,600 sqft HOA/Maint $0 per month Description Equity Sale- You won't be disappointed. Very large home- over 3000 sq. ft. with addition. 600 sq ft. Versital sun room. Updated Baths with Granite, Corian Custom Cooks Kitchen with newer appliances, newly tiled living area, wood floors in formal area, custom draperies, custom cabinets for storage- in sun room and built in entertainment system. Swim against the stream pool and large deck for outdoor entertaining.New Garage Door, Stam... 01/01/2011

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Owning a 100% Accurate Crystal Ball For 2011

By Gary Woltal, Assoc. Broker Realtor SFR Dallas Ft. Worth

(Keller Williams Realty)

As a new year takes shape it is often humorous in the newspapers and reading the various news web sites they transistion from a look BACK in the rear view mirror and try to PREDICT the future 12 months. Well no one really owns a crystal ball but if you think of YOURSELF you can Own A 100% Accurate Crystal Ball for 2011 How? Control the things YOU can control. BE MORE THOUGHTFUL with some daily meditation and thinking before you speak. THE WORLD WILL HAVE MORE KINDNESS IN IT, cause YOU will be more kind in dealing with people. YOUR BUSINESS WILL FLOURISH cause you will master lead generation, customer follow-up and CARE MORE about your clients leading to more referrals. YOU WILL BE HEALTHIER because you will pay close attention to exercise, diet, and medical attention. GREAT RELATIONSHIP... 01/01/2011

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One Level, 2 car garage, Furnished like a model, condo/townhouse! Must SEE!! Murrells Inlet, SC

By Joanne Gillet EdgeOfTheBeach.com, Experience is not expensive. It is Priceless!

(Edge Of The Beach Realty)

131 Chenoa Drive A Murrells Inlet, SC 29576 131 Chenoa Drive A Fabulous garden home, FULLY FURNISHED end unit with a private 2 car garage, painted floor to ceiling. A private screened porch as well as a patio area. Better than new! Interior Features: Pets Allowed, Central Air, Walk-In Closet, Appliances, Pantry, Main Floor Bedroom, Dining Room, Laundry Room. Exterior Features: Deck/Patio, Screened Porch. Community Features: Guest Parking, Pool, Recreation Facilities Custom Features: Style : One Story Foundation : Slab Foundation Extras : Beautiful Crown Molding Price: $187,900 Type: Condo/Townhouse for Sale Floors: Single Parking/Garage: 2 Bedrooms: 3 Baths:2 Square Feet: 1551 Year Built: 2006 MLS #: 1022694 JoanneGillet.com For more information contact: Joanne Gillet mobile: 843-655-6... 01/01/2011

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New Year's Eve - Annapolis Waterfront

By Richard Iarossi, Crofton MD Real Estate, Annapolis MD Real Estate

(Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage)

Annapolis New Year’s Eve is a series of free events located in downtown Annapolis, on the City Dock. It was broken up into two distinct parts…3 PM to 7:30 for families and seniors, then 8:00 to ? for partiers. There were free bands and other entertainers, with fireworks over the water at 7:30, and again at midnight. Christmas Tree at the City Dock All the restaurants were open and many of the retail stores. Here is a sidewalk vendor selling crab soup from Buddy's Crabs and Ribs. This is “Ego Alley,” where people tie up, or just sail through to show off their boats. Many of them were decorated for the holiday. Me and my wife of forty years. It got crowded on the dock just before the fireworks display You have to give him credit, wearing a kilt on New Year’s Eve in Annapolis, MD ... 01/01/2011

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Happy New Years Pearland!

By Maggie McFarland, Pearland Realtor, Homes for Sale in Pearland Texas

(RE/MAX Pearland - Maggie McFarland)

Can you believe that another year has come and gone? 2010 and definitely a busy year for me both personally and professionally. I have to say, I am looking forward to 2011! While I don't make new years resolutions, I am making some big plans this year. I think "making plans" instead of resolutions is more feasible... at least for me! As most of you know, family is very important to me. One of my goals is to find new and fun ways to get involved in the Pearland community with my family. We love the Pearland community and there is so many great organizations and family events that take place.I want to use these opportunities for my family to spend time together while making a difference. How about you? What plans do you have this year? Is there anything you have wanted to do? What big ... 01/01/2011

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Don't miss the opportunity to live in a fully remodeled house, Hallandale-Florida

By Goran Jovanovic, Realtor, www.goranflorida.com

(KW Elite)

1000 NE 8TH ST HALLANDALE BEACH, FL Remodeled house- No expenses were spared, http://www.mlsfinder.com/fl_ramb/goranjovanovic/index.cfm?action=listing_detail&property_id=M1432159&am 2BR/2BA Single Family House $339,900 Year Built 1956 Sq Footage 1,380 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms 2 full, 0 partial Floors Unspecified Parking Unspecified Lot Size 8,642 sqft HOA/Maint $0 per month Description Don't miss the opportunity to live in a fully remodeled house w/1380 sq ft, spacious layout. "No expenses were spared for your convenience in this 2BE plus lg fam room, 2 full BA, storage & laundry room." This house offers a corner lot, easily planned & landscaped. A private yard to enjoy family times or build a pool.You find with this property a new home neighborhood in a desirable residential district cl... 01/01/2011

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How to Avoid Foreclosure in Phoenix Arizona

By Tony and Suzanne Marriott, Associate Brokers, Haven Express @ Keller Williams Arizona Realty

(Serving the Greater Phoenix and Scottsdale Metropolitan Area)

With more than half of homes and homeowners "under water" in Arizona, you are one of thousands of people who are looking for information on how to avoid foreclosure in Phoenix. The Short Sale Seller Advisory - a joint effort between ADRE - the Arizona Department of Real Estate - and AAR - the Arizona Association of REALTORS® - highlights a number of other options that should be explored before deciding to Short Sale your home. Those options include: Loan Workout Forbearance Loan Modification Refinance Deed in Lieu of Foreclosure Work Out Sale Bankruptcy Foreclosure That said, in almost every case where the homeowner either must sell, or has resigned themselves to losing the house to foreclosure, a Short Sale is the best option - even if you also plan to file Bankruptcy. A Short Sale in... 01/01/2011

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Phoenix Short Sale Specialist

By Tony and Suzanne Marriott, Associate Brokers, Haven Express @ Keller Williams Arizona Realty

(Serving the Greater Phoenix and Scottsdale Metropolitan Area)

What exactly is the definition of a Phoenix Short Sale Specialist? Merriam-Webster defines a specialist as: "One who specializes in a particular occupation, practice or branch of learning" A more detailed definition might be: "One who demonstrates superior knowledge, skill, integrity, professionalism and competence in a specific area to better serve the public." Demonstrates superior knowledge - Is a resource for other Short Sale practitioners needing guidance Demonstrates superior skill - Identifies and escalates as needed to Senior Executive levels at Short Sales Seller's Lenders Demonstrates superior integrity - Publishes accurate performance statistics and avoids making false claims regarding Short Sale experience and success Demonstrates superior professionalism - Does whatever it... 01/01/2011

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