Archives of real estate blog entries for February 01, 2019

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By Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!, St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent
(Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374)
5 Showing Tips for Newbie Buyer Agents.   Potential home buyers are anxious to begin the process. While things may happen outside the scope of control, new agents can offer clients a higher level of professionalism they deserve by representing them properly.  Here are 5 tips that will help!One. Get clients pre-approved with a reputable lender before setting out to view properties. Two. Show homes to buyers they can purchase rather than ones they cannot afford.  Three. Know that you cannot control the actions of other agents, only yours.  Four. Be courteous to home owners and ensure that all is locked up when leaving. Five. Encourage an offer to be written now, rather than clients sleeping on it. What an exciting time for buyers, knowing they have chosen an agent to help guide them to th...
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By Carol Williams, Retired Agent / Broker / Prop. Mgr, Wenatchee, WA
(Although I'm retired, I love sharing my knowledge and learning from other real estate industry professionals.)
"Sometimes you deserve a second chance, not because you weren't fabulous the first time but because the timing and circumstances weren't quite right. You just got overlooked."-Carol Williams  Does getting Featured here in The Rain sometimes feel like a roll of the dice? Not anymore.  I'm always open to member suggestions on posts that should be Featured but somehow got missed. Giving deserving posts more exposure is what Second Chance Saturday is all about.  Be sure to tag me in the comment section of any post and watch for it in the next edition of Second Chance Saturday.   Do What You Love  By: Lou Ludwig "As I see it..."  How To Stage A Bathroom  By: Shirley Coomer "We know buyers are very picky about bathrooms, so it is important to know how to stage a bathroom to sell a house fast....
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What I Learned This Week at ActiveRain-January 27 to February 2, 2019 I learn something new every day at ActiveRain! With this series, I try to highlight one post per day that gave me that lightbulb moment. It could be something techie, something about Real Estate or the other professions that I never knew, about a place, or about a person. Or, it could be a post that made me sit up and take notice!  January 27: Debb Janes EcoBroker and Bernie Stea JD The History of MultiGenerational Homes in the USHaving grown up in one, I would not have had it any other way.  January 28: Nick Vandekar Does It Spark Joy?Timely for me as I was editing the things I had in my house before the move!!! You can also see Marie Kondo on Netflix.  January 29: Dana Hollish Hill Mindset is EverythingIf you're loo...
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By Lisa Von Domek, ....Experience Isn't Expensive.... It's Priceless!
(Lisa Von Domek Team)
      It's February and Love is in the air!  This contest is all about a transaction that you loved to handle because it made you feel so good. This contest is not limited to Realtors...Home Stagers, Mortgage Professionals, Contractors; all AR members are encouraged to join in. Here are some prompts for posts: What was/were the best aspect(s) of the transaction? Did you help First Time Buyers find / finance / renovate the perfect home? Were you able to help find the light at the end of the tunnel for someone in extremely difficult circumstances? Were you working with Seniors or a Military Relocation with special requirements?   Since I am a positive person (!) I am positive that you have had more than one transaction that you loved, so you will be rewarded for each story that you share ...
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By Evan Roberts, We Buy Houses
(Dependable Homebuyers)
Washington DC, The Washington DC housing market has witnessed strong growth over the past few years due to the economic boom, rapid urbanization, and an increasing number of households. The city acts as the hub for many large developers who are constantly evaluating how to keep up with the demand for housing. This economic boom has contributed to significant wage growth for the area with affordability continuing despite large increases in house prices. The housing sector is a key driver of Washington DC economy. Despite financial turmoil and economic slowdown during the recession, the Washington DC housing market stayed strong relative to neighboring metropolitan areas. Many real estate professionals anticipate that the market in Washington DC will remain strong even in a future recessi...
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By inboundREM Market Updates
(InboundREM)
Best Museums to visit in New York CityThe city of New York is home to some of the largest museums in the world that house extensive collections. Locals and tourists alike will be excited to visit any, if not all of the many well-established institutions that feature various art pieces, artifacts, and displays. Our list provides a short glimpse at the many museums in the city and what they can offer. You can check out our original Blog Post on our website: https://www.apartmentsinnewyorkny.com/.1. The Metropolitan Museum of ArtThe Metropolitan Museum of Art has one of the world's most extensive collection of art with over two million displays through its many buildings. The collection showcases different curatorial departments that house some of the most valuable art pieces known to man....
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By Evan Roberts, We Buy Houses
(Dependable Homebuyers)
Washington, DC - If a homeowner has a property that will be empty for long periods, then they've probably considered renting it. The idea of consistent income is alluring, But there are some other things for them to consider. Many homeowners believe it is as simple as simple as listing the property for rent and waiting for the checks to roll in, but renting a property is a lot more hands-on than they'd expect. There are a lot more apartments for rent in Washington DC than ever before. If you own a condo you'll have more competition. This affects what you can charge, especially in slow seasons such as the winter. Houses for rent in Washington DC is less common. While you will be able to receive more money in rent for a single family home, there is often a ceiling for how much money someo...
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LOVE DOES NOT DISHONOR OTHERS 2 CORINTHIANS 6:8 through glory and dishonor, bad report and good report; genuine, yet regarded as impostors; ELLICOTT'S COMMENTARY He has to do his work, at one time, as through a glory which he has not sought; at another time under an ignominy which he has not deserved. Men at one time speak well of him, and at another he falls upon evil and bitter tongues. The very word “deceiver,” most galling of all words to one who is conscious of his truthfulness, is recklessly flung at him. Through all these he goes on his work, believing that in them also he may find a way of commending himself as a minister of God.
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By inboundREM Market Updates
(InboundREM)
Best Middle and High Schools in New York City1. Baccalaureate School for Global EducationThe Baccalaureate School for Global Education is a public middle and high school in the Astoria neighborhood of Queens, New York. Established in 2002, the school provides an international educational framework to its student body. The school is designed to provide evidence-based practice and focused professional development of its curriculum.2. PS 122 Mamie FayPS 122 Mamie Fay is a vital neighborhood school which offers a curriculum that nurtures the individual talents of its students. The gifted and talented program of the school is highly sought after and is reflected in the excellent test scores that the student body can examine far above the state average.3. The 30th Avenue SchoolThe 30th Avenue...
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By Elyse Berman, PA, Boca Raton FL (561) 716-7824
(LoKation Real Estate)
 Doggy Fun Fest, Oakland Park Where: Jaco Pastorius Park, 4000 N Dixie How, Oakland Park, FL 33334When:  February 17, 2019 SundayHours: 9:30 am - Registration for Walk           10:00 am - Strutting for Strays 1.25 Mile               Walk           11:00 am- 3:00 pm - Doggy Fun FestWhat: Fun-filled day for dogs and their friendsContact: info@doggyfunfest.comPhone: 954-998-3065  Struttin' For StraysDoggy Fun Fest is a pet-friendly event taking Sunday February February 17th, 2019.  All well-behaved dogs, kids and their people welcome!  There will be entertainment, contests, prizes, an agility course, cornhole tournament, 1.25 mile walk, even small dog races and much more. This 6th annual Doggy Fest helps to raise moeny for local rescues and rotary community projects.  All great causes! If...
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By James Dray
(Fathom Realty)
Grace Banker was born in Passaic, New Jersey back in 1892. After graduating from Barnard College, she worked for AT&T as a switchboard instructor. She was recruited by the U.S. Army sailing from New Jersey in 1918 with thirty-three other women to Paris. After five months, she was sent to the war front at First Army headquarters in Ligny-en-Barrois.She chose five other women to accompany her working in the trenches wearing gas masks and helmets they performed their duty. Housing for the women at best could be described as harsh. After the Armistice of 1918 she returned to Paris working at the temporary residence of President Woodrow Wilson. She stated she did not find that job as exciting compared to the work at the war front. After working for 20 months at the war front she returned hom...
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By Linda Blumenthal, NYS Licenced Real Estate Salesperson, CBR
(Hampton Crossing - Licensed Real Estate Salesperson - 631-466-4087)
 February 1st  -  National Baked Alaska Day: I have created a new word search puzzle for you to enjoy.  Directions:  Click on the link below.  Your puzzle will open in a new window. To locate a word, please hold down the left side of your mouse while dragging your cursor over the letters of that word.  Release your hold when all of the letters of the word have been selected.  If your response is correct, the word will change color on the word list. The settings at the top of the page will allow you to change the difficulty of the puzzle, number of words, etc. Please check back for future puzzles.Enjoy and have a great day! Click Here To Play  If you are looking to purchase a property or home on Long Island, New York, I hope you think of me, Linda Blumenthal. 
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By Nina Hollander, Broker, Your Greater Charlotte Realtor
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
 National Wear Red Day: February 1, 2019 The first Friday of each February (that's today!) is National Wear Red Day as part of the American Heart Association's Go Red For Women® campaign. We tend to think of heart disease as primarily a male problem, but heart disease and strokes kill one in three women every year! This has been referred to as the "silent killer" of women.  Did you know that cardiovascular disease in the U.S. kills approximately one woman every 80 seconds? Did you know that the American Heart Association says nearly 50% of American adults have some sort of heart diseas?  Fortunately, in the past 15+ years since National Wear Red Day was introduced, great strides have been made in raising awareness that heart disease and strokes are the number one disease affecting women...
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By Wayne Martin, Real Estate Broker - Retired
(Wayne M Martin)
Trivia question answers for Thursday January 31, 20191. What taste are cats unable to detect? Sweet2. What familiar product is Rich Uncle Pennybags the mascot for? Monopoly 3. What was the nickname of restaurateur DaveThomas’ second daughter? Wendy4. What birds were traditionally used to detect dangerous gases in a coal mine? CanariesTrivia questions for Friday February 1, 20191. What fruit comes in Naval and Blood variety?2. How much did the United States pay Russia for the state of Alaska?3. How many wheels are there on the trailer of an 18 wheeler truck?4. What day is hump day?Enjoy your day!
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By Evan Roberts, We Buy Houses
(Dependable Homebuyers)
Baltimore, MD - Dependable Homebuyers has reported a record number of home purchases for 2018. According to Evan Roberts, owner and home buyer with Dependable Homebuyers, there are several key factors at play. "Dependable Homebuyers is continuing to assist homeowners with selling their homes and it is creating a well-known reputation," said Roberts. "Homeowners who want to sell their properties fast are advantaging of the services we provide. We're not the first ones in the Baltimore market to provide a "we buy houses" solution, but we're the most successful in providing sellers with an offer that they are happy with. We leverage our local knowledge of each neighborhood to allow us to offer more money than our competitors in the market." Roberts continued, "With interest rates rising, w...
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By William Feela, Realtor, Whispering Pines Realty 651-674-5999 No.
(WHISPERING PINES REALTY)
The weather is going back to mild.And the buyers are starting to stir again.Above temps for the weekend.Several clients wanting to see homes and a RARE open house. And then if  I can, I will sneak in some work around the home before the next cold snap.Plus, a few HONEY DO! items I need to get done. Looks like the weekend is full.  Still dreaming of spring flowers. 
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By Jeff Tricoli Team, The best real estate agent in Florida!
(Tricoli Team Real Estate)
Listing DetailsWaterfront Home For Sale in Boynton Beach, FL9136 Taverna WayBoynton Beach, FL 33472Price: $379,900Bedrooms, 2 BathroomsLiving Area: 2,231 SqFtLot Size: 6,970 SqFtCall The Tricoli Team at 561-440-4003 to see if this property is still available and arrange a showing.You Will Love the Views From This HomeWonderful home in upscale community of Ponte Vecchio in Boynton Beach, FL!  Situated on a cul de sac, with lots of privacy this home offers spacious living areas including formal living and dining rooms along with a lovely family room which is open to a spacious kitchen and large breakfast area. All of the bedrooms are spacious as well and the master suite is complete with 2 walk-in closets and a luxurious master bathroom with relaxing Jacuzzi tub and separate shower enclos...
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By Lisa Von Domek, ....Experience Isn't Expensive.... It's Priceless!
(Lisa Von Domek Team)
      It's February and Love is in the air!  This contest is all about a transaction that you loved to handle because it made you feel so good. This contest is not limited to Realtors...Home Stagers, Mortgage Professionals, Contractors; all AR members are encouraged to join in. Here are some prompts for posts: What was/were the best aspect(s) of the transaction? Did you help First Time Buyers find / finance / renovate the perfect home? Were you able to help find the light at the end of the tunnel for someone in extremely difficult circumstances? Were you working with Seniors or a Military Relocation with special requirements?   Since I am a positive person (!) I am positive that you have had more than one transaction that you loved, so you will be rewarded for each story that you share ...
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By Samuel John, We give you daily about real estate market.
(Daily Real Estate Update)
Do you like to enjoy your gameplay with superior quality HD Gaming Monitor? Of course, playing your favored game is the most amazing Gaming Monitor with the built-in speakers would be more efficient. Modern high-end Gaming monitors are mainly available across a varied variety of sizes, flairs as well as price tags. In fact, choosing the best gaming monitor with speakers built in becomes the most important aspect for easily getting the finest balancing of the display on HD graphics in a more significant manner. It would mainly isolate monitor to easily gain more value to maximum and they also come with the high-end features. Mostly, the Gaming Monitors do not come with the speakers so that it is best to choose the high-end technology filled monitors with the significant aspects. Most peo...
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By Jeff Tricoli Team, The best real estate agent in Florida!
(Tricoli Team Real Estate)
Gorgeous, estate home in exclusive Wellington community of Talavera. Come inside through the grand entryway and by greeted by spacious living areas with soaring ceilings, crown molding and beautiful tile flooring throughout along with an expansive gourmet kitchen featuring 42 inch custom wood cabinetry, granite counters, stainless steel appliances (including a gas stove) and a lovely breakfast nook which overlooks the pool. All 6 bedrooms are spacious as well. The expansive master suite is on the first floor and boasts his & her's walk-in closets along with a luxurious master bath. Upstairs you will enjoy a media room along with 3 spacious bedrooms. Step outside onto a beautiful patio overlooking the relaxing pool and very private backyard. Live the resort lifestyle in Talavera!
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By Eric Evans, RE/MAX Circle Of Legends
(RE/MAX EXECUTIVE)
11630 James Jack - Ballantyne Country ClubCharlotte NC  Spectacular brick 2-story on wonderful golf course lot. 5 BRs, 4.5 BAs.  Mr & Mrs CLEAN live here and have meticulously maintained and upfitted this extraordinary home. Beautifully renovated kitchen looks better than a model. Wolf-Thermador-Bosch appliances, Italian Carrara marble isle & countertops, custom built range w/vent-a-hood exhaust blower. Recent roof, recent exterior paint, beautiful refinished and restained darker hardwoods, new carpet, tankless hot water, and plantation shutters. Walk-in crawl space and storage galore. Ample room and setting for screened porch or covered patio on lower level. Great curb appeal, wonderful landscaping, stamped concrete patios, generator, etc,etc. This home shows like a dream.  AP - $1,039...
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By Richard Weeks, REALTOR®, Broker
Two numbers really jump out, 580 new listings and 496 expired.  Here is a market update for North Texas area.New listing 580Back on market listings 107Price decrease listings 499Price Increase listings 50Active kick out listings 14Active option contract 276Active contingent listings 44Pending listings 335Sold 409Expired listings 496Cancelled listings 78Withdrawn listings 6Temporary off market listings 34Coming soon 49
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By Marco Amidei
(RE/MAX Suburban )
Deer Run, Deerfield, Illinois - February 2019Deer Run is a single family home neighborhood built in the mid 1980s. Deer Run is located in Deerfield east of Waukegan Road, north of Lake Cook Road just south of Briarwood Country Club. Average taxes in Deer Run $20,525 Average association fees in Deer Run $17 ($13 - $21) Average home size in Deer Run 3,533 ft2 Average lot size in Deer Run 0.25 acres Average year built in Deer Run 1986 Photos of Deer Run Homes for sale in Deer Run Address Beds Baths Built Price 172 St Andrews Ln. 4 2.1 1986 $499,000 107 St Andrews Ln. 5 3.1 1985 $649,900 Sales Summary for Deer Run  (Feb 1, 2018 - Feb 1, 2019) # of Sales Average Days on Market Average List Average Sale Ratio% 6 131 $763,800 $679,091 88.9% HomesByMarco has sold 24 homes in Deerfield Thinking...
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By Marco Amidei
(RE/MAX Suburban )
Vintage Club, Naperville, Illinois - February 2019Vintage Club is a condo community built in the early 2010s. Vintage Club is located in Naperville, Illinois south of Ogden Avenue and east of Route 59. Average taxes in Vintage Club $7,226 Average association fees in Vintage Club $309 ($256 - $352) Average home size in Vintage Club 2,082 ft2 Average lot size in Vintage Club 0.00 acres Average year built in Vintage Club 2003 Homes for sale in Vintage Club Address Beds Baths Built Price 836 Shandrew Dr. 2 2.1 2002 $350,000 Sales Summary for Vintage Club  (Feb 1, 2018 - Feb 1, 2019) # of Sales Average Days on Market Average List Average Sale Ratio% 6 90 $346,919 $328,652 94.7% HomesByMarco has sold 71 homes in Naperville Thinking of selling your home in Naperville? We are experts in the ar...
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