Archives of real estate blog entries for May 01, 2023

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By Debe Maxwell, CRS, The RIGHT CHARLOTTE REALTOR!
(Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310)
MAY 2023 CHALLENGE - Shower Power: Flaunt Your Fabulous Blooms Brought to Life by April Showers! As the saying goes, "April showers bring May flowers." It's a reminder that springtime brings new growth and fresh blooms after the winter.  Now that spring is in the air, we are excited about the promise of beautiful blossoms. As a nature enthusiast, I've been eagerly waiting for this time of year to witness the magic of blooming flowers. I've been keeping a close eye on my own garden too, looking so forward to May 1. In celebration of the day, I'm thrilled to announce this month’s ActiveRain challenge!Like many others, I find incredible joy in the beauty of springtime. This year, let’s celebrate by sharing photos of our favorite flowers that have bloomed thanks to April showers. From vibra...
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By Alan May, A moving experience!
(Jameson Sotheby's International Realty)
Multiple offers.It's the buzzword of the century.  Almost literally.  Allright, not really, I might have spoken a touch of hyperbole there, but boy, have we been abusing that word lately.  Beating it like an expired racehorse.In a recent contest of multiples, I had a large group of contestants.  Everyone was eager, and champing at the bit.  Many of the initial offers were strong, but once everyone received their notification of "multiples received" and were given a deadline, well, that's when "we were off!".Terms starting flying, inspections started dropping, dates started tightening, more earnest money showing up, everyone was truly impressive.  They were coming around the far turn, and it was neck and neck.  The colours were hard to tell who was ahead at the turn, the mud was flying, ...
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By Kathy Streib, Home Stager/Redesign
A Huge Thank You for a Fun April Challenge What a fun April Challenge we had! Carol Williams and I thoroughly enjoyed reading about your first home-buying experiences. At last count, I think there were 39 who participated!!!  What was fun was seeing you…real estate agents…tell us about your first home-buying experience. It was interesting that there are some still living in the first home they purchased. Many of us wish we had kept that first home as a rental property, especially considering how much homes have gone up.  Some bought new construction and others bought fixer-uppers. Some used agents and some bought FSBOs. One or two had help  (as in advice)  from their parents.  If you haven’t had a chance to read the posts, you can head to the April Challenge and follow the links in the ...
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By Liz and Bill Spear, Transaction Alliance Cincinnati & Dayton suburbs
(Transaction Alliance 513.520.5305 www.LizTour.com)
Over the years we've explored many ways of building our business.Pay per click.Grocery store advertising.Direct mail.The pay us at closing lead companies.The leads that came from our big box brokerage.Some worked better than others, ranging from totally being a money pit to offering a decent return on our time and/or money.But overall, there was one key drawback to all those approaches:  we were presented as "generic" agents. When you are just one of many agents sending the same message, how do you prove your value to a home buyer or seller?  How do you give them a reason to select you, and only you, to help them?IMO, the way to establish that goal to not just be a generic agent is to establish trust.How do you establish trust?1.  Via your personal sphere of influence.  Nothing beats a ...
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By Paddy Deighan MBA JD PhD, Paddy Deighan J.D. Ph.D
(http://www.medicalandspaconsulting.com)
I recently performed a study on AI vs. Google for marketing information, Since I am on the board of MIT in Computer Science, such things interest me!!  I chose Bard because it is Google. Important to compare Apples to Apples. The goal was to obtain research for a new medical/legal project.I performed a query on Bard. The results were interesting because i knew that they were incorrect. Also interesting is that Bard has a disclaimer. Google searches do not. The Google search provided correct information. Both searches required the same amount of time and both returned the same volume of information. However, it is VERY concerning that the Bard search provided inaccurate information. Given that this is a medical/legal project, it is of paramount importance that the results be accurate sin...
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By Realtyna Inc, WordPress Real Estate - IDX, RESO Web API, CRM
(Realtyna)
Are you a real estate agent struggling to generate high-quality leads through your open house sign-in sheet? Look no further than the world of digital technology! With the help of intuitive digital sign-in sheet designs, real estate professionals can now use responsive tools to capture and convert potential clients into valuable leads.Here are three captivating ideas for digital open house sign-in sheets that will help elevate your open house game. Continue reading to learn more.Top Three Recommendations for Digital Open House Sign-in SheetsBelow are some of our top recommendations for effective digital open house sign-in sheets:1. QR CodesQR codes are taking the business world by storm, and the real estate industry is no exception. By generating QR codes that contain all of your real e...
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By Tom Bashe, Your Temecula Valley Expert
(Localist Realty)
Murrieta Weekly Market Update April 24th - 30th, 2023 Meadowlane RECENTLY SOLD Cape Ridge Avenue | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1163 sq. ft. | $456,000
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By Wayne Martin, Real Estate Broker - Retired
(Wayne M Martin)
Trivia question answers for Sunday April 30, 20231. What color hair does "Mona Lisa" have? Black2. What is a group of sharks called? A Shiver3. What chemical substance is the opposite of a base? Acid4. What is the main substance found in bones? CollagenTrivia questions for Monday May 1, 20231. A group of otters is called a what?2. Technically, what type of fruit is a pineapple?3. Do seagulls drink sea water?4. Who was the first U.S. billionaire?Enjoy your day.
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By Manfred Lewis Leslie Horne & Associates, Realtor Spartanburg and Greenville SC
(Leslie Horne &Associates )
No matter what your budget is, the cost of renovations can add up quickly. Use these money-saving tips to get the most bang for your buck. #thehelpfulagent #home #houseexpert #house #listreports #homeowner #relestate #realtor #realestateagent #homereno #hometips #happyhome #homerenovations #realtornearme #realtorspartanburg
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By Manfred Lewis Leslie Horne & Associates, Realtor Spartanburg and Greenville SC
(Leslie Horne &Associates )
#thehelpfulagent #home #houseexpert #house #listreports #homeowner #relestate #realtor #realestateagent #homereno #hometips #happyhome #homerenovations #realtornearme #realtorspartanburgNo matter what your budget is, the cost of renovations can add up quickly. Use these money-saving tips to get the most bang for your buck.
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By Dick Betts, REALTOR® The Villages, Florida
(TOUCHSTONE REAL ESTATE)
This week I want to talk about finding deals here in The Villages and how to buy something that might not check all the boxes but you can get them checked.I work with many types of investors and have learned so much more about The Village’s market thanks to them.  Some investors are looking for short term rental properties, I build a pro forma based on projected cost of a home, expenses etc. to help them understand options.  More about them coming in a future article.Another type of investor is the flippers much like you see on HGTV and I got them also.  They buy homes cash, no inspection (which I don’t suggest for homebuyers) and offer to close in a week.  I help them find them, when we go look at the homes they depend on me to tell them what the market will support for a remodeled hom...
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By Charles Stallions, 850-476-4494 - Pensacola, Pace or Gulf Breeze, Fl.
(Charles Stallions Real Estate Services )
 WHY BUYING A HOME MAKES MORE SENSE THAN RENTING Wondering if you should continue renting or if you should buy a home this year? If so, consider this. Rental affordability is still a challenge and has been for years. That’s because, historically, rents trend up over time. Data from the Census shows rents have been climbing pretty steadily since 1988. And, data from the latest rental report from Realtor.com shows rents continue to grow today, even though it’s at a slower pace than we saw at the height of the pandemic: Click Here To Read and Share Bottom Line "There Is A Realtor For That" Buying or Selling while living on the Gulf Coast  Sign up for our Monthly Real Estate Newsletter We are Ambassadors for all things Pensacola, Pace, or Gulf Breeze, Florida whether a first-time guest or ...
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By Charles Stallions, 850-476-4494 - Pensacola, Pace or Gulf Breeze, Fl.
(Charles Stallions Real Estate Services )
  My Home own search! How to get a Mortgage and FREE Credit Report    We can help you relocate, find a job, and a daycare, and great places to eat, shop, and play along the gulf coast. It all starts by clicking here. Put our over 28-plus years to work in your best interest.    Homebuyer Activity Shows Signs of Warming Up for Spring   The spring season appears to be warming up in housing as more and more buyers enter the market. And after rising mortgage rates sidelined so many buyers last year, that’s a good sign for sellers. Realtor.com has the latest: Click Here to Continue Reading & Share   What Is My Homes Value Thinking of selling, YOU PAY US $2995. Flat Fee and 2.5% to the agent or agents selling your home,  and that is it.Not the average 6 or 7% charged by others, saving the ave...
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By Tim Bray, B.S. Real Estate (UConn)
(Seaport Real Estate Services)
Connecticut's real estate taxes can vary greatly depending on the municipality and districts within them.  The graphic above illustrates the base rates for each town. Additional rates are applied to specific locations where services are provided.  These services can include public water, sewer, trash removal,  police services, or a firehouse.  A town or district with a lower Mill rate may not offer these services.  Your real estate agent will be able to help you to determine the services offered and their importance to you when purchasing real estate. The average property tax rate in CT for 2023 is $30.50, with the highest being Hartford at $68.95 and the lowest being Salisbury at $11. OW TO CALCULATE CONNECTICUT PROPERTY TAXESThe formula to calculate Connecticut Property Taxes is (Asse...
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By Tom Bashe, Your Temecula Valley Expert
(Localist Realty)
Corona Weekly Market Update April 24th - 30th, 2023 Hampton Roads RECENTLY SOLD Blackburn Drive | 4 bedrooms | 3 baths | 2040 sq. ft. | $635,000 The Gallery RECENTLY SOLD Forum Way | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1110 sq. ft. | $484,900
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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 It is important to take the necessary steps to ensure that your home is properly secured. One of the most effective methods of protecting your home is by upgrading your locks. Upgrading your locks can provide a range of benefits that can help to keep your home and its occupants safe. In this guide, we will discuss why you should upgrade your locks and the advantages that come with doing so. Advantages of Upgrading Your Locks Upgrading your locks can provide a range of advantages that can help to keep your home and its occupants safe. Here are just a few of the benefits that come with upgrading your locks. 1. Increased Security One of the primary reasons to upgrad...
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By Richard Weeks, REALTOR®, Broker
Here is the north Texas real estate market update for May 1, 2023New properties for sale 119Back on the market listings 32Price decrease listings 122Price increase 10Active kick out 12Active option contract 202Active contingent 47Pending listings 206Sold listings 98Expired listings 432Cancelled listings 11Withdrawn listings 1Temporary off market listings 18Coming soon listings 37
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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  Some Highlights Today’s housing market is different than it was in 2008. Lending standards have tightened, foreclosures have declined, home inventory is much lower, and homeowners have far more equity. If you’re concerned about a crash, meet with a local real estate professional to discuss why this isn’t like last time.     Bottom Line "There Is A Realtor For That" Buying or Selling while living on the Gulf Coast  Sign up for our Monthly Real Estate Newsletter We are Ambassadors for all things Pensacola, Pace, or Gulf Breeze, Florida whether a first-time guest or a frequent visitor when you need to know something, an excellent place to eat, who's hiring or just ...
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By E. Steve Banis, Jr., https://www.SouthCarolinaHomesInc.com
(South Carolina Homes Inc.)
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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 Four Tips for Selling Your House    Selling a house can be a daunting task, but it can be made easier by taking some simple steps to ensure that your home is attractive to buyers. In this article, we will discuss four important tips to keep in mind when selling your home: always give buyers access, try not to limit the days and times when a buyer can see your house; first impressions matter, curb appeal is important because it's the first thing a buyer will notice; make your home look as good as possible inside, for a house to sell it must look inviting; price it right, work with an agent to price your house competitively for today's market. Always give buyers ac...
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By Brian England, MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ
(Ambrose Realty Management LLC)
🌵Events in the East Valley ~ 5-8-23 ☀️For ALL of Your East Valley AZ Real Estate Needs📞Call or 🙋‍♂Text Brian at 480-773-2370📨Email Brian  ~  Search the MLS for FREE 2023 MOMPALOOZA FestivalJoin Family Fun Arizona for our FREE 3rd Annual MOMPALOOZA Festival on Saturday, May 13th inside The Arizona Boardwalk! The kids can enjoy Live Entertainment and Games on center stage, play on Bounce Houses/Slides, get their Face Painted, and enter the Coloring Contest!! The Moms can enjoy Spring Shopping from dozens of Local Vendors, Chair Massages, win HUGE prizes in the Family Fun AZ Prize Drawing and eat yummy food from a variety of restaurants on the property too! Let's get outside and celebrate MOM!  To learn more about this event, click HERE. I specialize in the East Valley of the Phoenix Metro...
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By Lise Howe, Assoc. Broker in DC, MD, VA and attorney in DC
(Keller Williams Capital Properties)
Garrett Park is a town located in Montgomery County, Maryland. The land that now comprises Garrett Park was originally part of a large tract of land known as the "Harrison Tract." The land was purchased by John W. Garrett, the son of Robert W. Garrett, in 1898. John W. Garrett subsequently established the Garrett Park Company, which was responsible for the development of the town. John W. Garrett named the town after Robert W. Garrett, who was the president of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad from 1896 to 1904.Garrett Park was primarily an agricultural community with a few scattered homes and businesses.  In the late 1880s, the B&O Railroad arrived and built a train station in the area, which spurred the growth of the community.  The railroad brought increased commerce and transportation...
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By Joe Jackson, Clintonville and Central Ohio Real Estate Expert
(Keller Williams Capital Partners Realty)
FANTASTIC 4BR, 2.5BA home in one of HILLIARD'S MOST POPULAR Neighborhoods SCIOTO RUN! With just under 2500 sqft of living space, this home has enough space for all your needs! The SPACIOUS kitchen has tons of counter space and opens to a LARGE eating space and FAMILY ROOM with FIREPLACE! You'll love the 1st floor laundry room and living room is equipped with a MURPHY BED! Master bedroom has vaulted ceilings, walk in closet and spacious master bathroom w/his & her sinks, soaking tub and shower. 3 bedrooms and full bath round out the 2nd floor. Basement currently being used as a rec room and dance studio w/tons of storage in the crawl space! Enjoy cool spring evenings on the expansive deck in the private backyard that backs to small creek. Concrete driveway w/add'l parking spot. Come see!...
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By Eric Lawrence Frazier MBA, Founder and CEO of The Power Is Now Media, Inc.
(The Power Is Now Media, Inc. )
  In this episode part 1 Eric L. Frazier, MBA, President of The Power Is Now Media introduces DaShunda Morris, a VIP real estate agent from Southern California, who has recently joined the Power Agent Spotlight program. The interviewer, Eric Frazier, welcomes DaShunda and introduces her as a practitioner who helps people achieve the American dream of homeownership. DaShunda is an extraordinary Real Estate agent from Chino Hills who is going to write, speak, and create videos and podcasts about real estate in her particular market area. During the interview, Eric asks DaShunda about the meaning of the phrase "the power is now," and she explains that it's about seizing the opportunity in the present moment without worrying about the past. She also talks about her background as a respirato...
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