Archives of real estate blog entries for September 01, 2018

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What I Learned This Week at ActiveRain-August 26 to September 1, 2018.

By Kathy Streib, Home Stager/Redesign

What I Learned This Week at ActiveRain-August 26 to September 1, 2018. 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! August 26: Terry Records 8 Instagram Accounts for When You Need to Stage and Decorate.Instagram satisfies the visual need we have. Terry lists 8 accounts you may want to check out. August 27: Donald Urschalitz Reduce your risk when showing property with these free applications. We can never be too safe, especially for anyone putting themselves in situations that would leave you vulnerab... 09/02/2018

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If You’ve Switched Brokerages, Remember This Step

By Marte Cliff, Your real estate writer

(Marte Cliff Copywriting)

Switching brokerages – or opening your own – is a lot of work. Your information needs to be updated with the real estate commission, MLS, your E&O provider, and on and on. At the same time: You have to have new business cards and other marketing materials printed. You have to update the pages on your website where the brokerage was mentioned. You have to let everyone on your contact lists know about the change – possibly by writing a good letter telling them how the change will benefit them. In all of that busy-ness, don’t forget about your social media sites. First, there are the sites you use regularly, like Active Rain. You’ll probably remember to update them. But then there are the ones where you may have started to set up a profile, but never finished. Or, you finished, but you hav... 09/01/2018

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This is a quiz: Can you tell which is the Real & which is Fake cat

By Endre Barath, Jr., Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002

(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties)

This Pet Friendly Los Angeles Realtor, in Westchester CA 90045 has a quiz for you: Can you tell which is the Real & which is the Fake cat?Just so that you know the fake one has been in the back yard for about four and a half years, the real one has been coming over visiting us because it is a safe back yard. No one will chase or drive him away. Just to give you a background, two homes from us Cat-man Dave has taken charge and Spayed and Neutered the neighborhood strays and now he is taking care of them in his back yard. Often they come visiting our back or front yard because they know we love them and help Cat-man Dave in feeding them.Hope you can tell which on is the Real One:) Please share here in your comments. If we do not connect have a Happy Labor Day Weekend. Now, if you are loo... 09/01/2018

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FOR SALE CASH FSBO Home Buyer-Investor SWMH 3bd -2ba

By E. Steve Banis, Jr., https://www.SouthCarolinaHomesInc.com

(South Carolina Homes Inc.)

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Sharing my season of Anniversaries!

By Ray Vernon

(Success Real Estate)

I have been somewhat off the grid for the last month or so & I let a major anniversary slip by me as I am now at the benchmark date of September 1st which marks the 13 year 6 month anniversary of when I first became a realtor on March 1, 2005. And also on August 30th I celebrated my 71st birthday - another milestone for me. But the far more important anniversary for me was July 26th just past, my 11 year anniversary of joining Success Real Estate which is one of the premier real estate companies on Boston's South Shore with the highest standards & where I found my natural home in real estate & have never desired to go elsewhere. Would recommend Success to anyone starting a career in real estate. 09/01/2018

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What Happened Last Month in Real Estate in Summerville, SC? Aug 2018

By Foster Smith Summerville, Summerville & Charleston Homes for Sale SC Realtor

(Carolina One Real Estate)

Last month we saw 403 homes for sale in Summerville sell after an average of only 36 days on the market! The number of days it takes for a home to sell in Summerville has gone down by 10% from this time last year in 2017. The average sales price for a home in Summerville continues to climb upwards and averaged $258,435 last month, which is up nine percent compared to this time last year. According to our Summerville real estate market reports, we've dropped under 2.5 months supply of homes for sale in Summerville . This lack of homes for sale in Summerville, SC continues to drive our seller’s market and Summerville prices up continue to move up. The average price per square foot in Summerville has risen to $125/square foot.I can help you if you are interested in seeing real estate fo... 09/01/2018

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Jack Crawford

By James Dray

(Fathom Realty)

Jack Crawford was born in St. Louis, Missouri back in 1922 to Melburne and Dorothy. He enrolled at the Olin Business School in St. Louis in 1940. When WWII started he dropped out joining the U.S. Navy. He was a pilot flying a F6F Hellcat fighter from the USS Essex and the USS Enterprise. During the war, he earned two Distinguished Flying Crosses and the Navy Air Medal.At the conclusion of WWII, he was discharged returning the St. Louis where he started a delivery service. In 1948, he worked for the Lindburg Cadillac dealership in St. Louis where he moved up the ranks becoming the sales manager. In 1957, he started his own company with $25,000.00, targeting certain people. His business was so successful that in 1969, he expanded his operations outside of St. Louis. As they say the rest i... 09/01/2018

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3 Affordable SWFL Properties You Can Buy Right Now

By Terry Records

(Records Results!Real Estate)

Every month, we’ve looked at property in Southwest Florida that you can buy right now. Why is this so important? While many real estate agents like to talk about trends or hypothetical properties, nothing beats looking at real homes available to you today. This helps to put your home buying decision into context, as you browse photos and information. Of course, as your resource for real estate in SWFL, I love connecting you with these properties. And with online sites like Zillow, we can browse them together before we decide which ones we’ll look at. This month, we have several properties that are worth a look. Cozy Paradise in the Heart of Cape CoralFor Cape Coral, the heart of the city is an area that is often sought-after. In fact, even the North Cape is climbing in value year-over-... 09/01/2018

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BUYING A HOME AFTER LABOR DAY

By Cliff Johnson, Personalized Real Estate whether buying or selling

(HomeSmart Realty)

Most homebuyers want to buy their houses early in the year. Those who have kids want to wait until the school year ends before they change their address and school district. Others want to take advantage of choosing from a wide selection of homes that are simultaneously placed in the market. In the world of real estate, buyers have a shift in thinking right after Labor Day. To help you with your real estate decisions, here are some reasons you should sell or purchase a home during the fall season: You can improve your home’s look in time for the buyers. Since there is no hurry for you to sell your home during the fall, you can take a closer look at it and make some improvements. A fresh splash of paint on the outside walls of your house and some new landscaping usually attracts... 09/03/2018

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SOLD - #102 #Sandspur #Ln, #Kershaw, #SC #29067

By Erica Simpson, www.EricaHasYourBuyer.info

(Erica Homes, LLC)

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Westcliffe, CO Weather for September 01, 2018

By John G. Johnston, An Exclusive Buyer's Agent ~ Westcliffe, CO

(John G. Johnston & Associates, LLC)

Westcliffe, CO Weather for September 01, 2018Good Morning Westcliffe, CO49°Our Saturday morning starts with pleasant temperatures and mostly cloudy skies.Today will be mostly cloudy with a high temperature of 76°.We have a 40% chance for showers and thunderstorms this afternoon.We can expect a WSW wind between 5-15mph with gusts as high as 30mph.Sunrise: 6:31Sunset: 7:31Enjoy your day! 09/01/2018

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Trivia questions for Saturday September 1, 2018

By Wayne Martin, Real Estate Broker - Retired

(Wayne M Martin)

Trivia question answers for Friday August 31, 20181. What gas is the main component in natural gas? Methane2. Where did Davy Crokett die? The Alamo3. What was the origial name of "TV Guide"? TV Digest4. What makes popping corn pop? Water stored in the kernalTrivia questions for Saturday September 1, 20181. Who is the only New World member of OPEC?2. What fabric derives its name from the French for "cord of the king"?3. What is the literal translation of the Greek word "Utopia"?4. What garden vegetable was known for years as green Italian squash?Enjoy your day! 09/01/2018

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Should Sellers Accept Offers with Home Sale Contingencies ?

By Gabe Sanders, Stuart Florida Real Estate

(Real Estate of Florida specializing in Martin County Residential Homes, Condos and Land Sales)

These are the situations where a home sale/purchase can get tricky and the importance of having solid and experienced representation becomes crucial for both the seller and the buyer: . In a fast moving Sellers market one of the concerns that people have is...they could put their house on the market...upsizing or downsizing...or just moving for another reason...BUT....where will they go ? OR if they find the purrrrrfect house and have not closed on their house...but they have an offer...how does that all work when they write an offer ? From a Sellers perspective ....what will they miss in terms of other offers IF they accept one with a home sale contingency ? It is more important than ever in markets like this to be working with an experienced real estate agent AND a qualifie... 09/01/2018

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Move to 12835 Quail Run Lane Caldwell Idaho 83607! 6.74 Acres!

By Frank Harper, Broker/Owner, Realtor, GRI, SFR.

(Idaho Family Real Estate)

12835 Quail Run Lane Caldwell Idaho 83607 One of a kind Idaho Horse & Quail Property for sale! This very unique property on 6.74 acres was a former Quail Preserve! All the trees and landscaping have been planted for wildlife habitat. This oasis features a creek fed Bass & Frog Pond, zip line, an open air roping arena that's lighted, big barn with tack room, chicken coop, fully fenced and irrigated. The home has a shop with electricity. Enjoy relaxing on the back deck and watching all the wildlife. Check out the Vitual tour and drone footage at:http://www.tourfactory.com/1992562Now $635,000 Make us an offer today! Contact Idaho Family Real Estate Broker Frank at 208-284-0923Search for SW Idaho Homes at: IdahoFamilyRealEstate.com 09/01/2018

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Coffee Shop Strategy (Saturday Strategy)

By RJ Baxter, 303-670-0137

(Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation)

Have 'em lining up to talk to you about real estate at the coffee shop with this week's strategy (**without even TRYING**)! Coffee Shop Strategy The RJ Baxter Team, Denver Mortgage Lender P.S. - Referrals are the life-blood of my business. If you know anyone looking to purchase or refinance a home, please forward me their name and number. I am at my best when I'm helping others! Licensed in CO, CA, TX, FL, IL, and IA 09/01/2018

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Lots of water! Private Pond! 12835 Quail Run Lane Caldwell Idaho

By Frank Harper, Broker/Owner, Realtor, GRI, SFR.

(Idaho Family Real Estate)

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I Love a Bargain.

By Bob "RealMan" Timm, Owner of Ward Co Notary Services retired RE Broker

(Ward County Notary Services)

We all love a bargain but it's rare to truly find one on over the counter medications, vitamins, and supplements. I've been very fortunate to discover a drug store "rummage sale" that is put on occassionally by a distributer her in Minot ND. Here is a sample, this is what I purchased today.This distributer carries everything a drug store would so me purchase many other products like toiletries and gifts, all priced as well as the suppliments you see above.These sales are not scheduled in advanced, you need to watch the Minot Daily News want ads BUT once you attend one you can sign-up for emails to get alerts in the future. Over the years I'm sure I've saved a thousand dollars or more and I've improved my health because of it as well. 09/01/2018

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Idaho Horse Property For Sale! Move to Idaho and buy this Home!

By Frank Harper, Broker/Owner, Realtor, GRI, SFR.

(Idaho Family Real Estate)

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Saturday Smiles: Santa Barbara Farmers Market Purple Stripes!

By Ron and Alexandra Seigel, Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

(Napa Consultants)

Two types of purple striped eggplants were among the delights at the Santa Barbara Farmers Market in Santa Barbara this morning. The long striped version pictured above. Our friends in Napa grew these, and they are delicious sautéed or roasted on the grill.Their cousins are bigger and darker purple and are perfect for the grill or the oven.These are our favorite tomatoes for making a fresh tomato sauce. We mince a couple of cloves of garlic, lightly sautéed in a combination of butter and olive oil, halve the tomatoes and add them to the skillet with salt, pepper and a bit of dry red chili peppers to taste. Then to thicken the sauce as the tomatoes melt, we add a quarter cup of white wine. When it is ready, we add fresh basil and serve on spaghetti squash, zoodles or pasta with grat... 09/01/2018

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Always attend the hearings for objections to a foreclosure sale

By Randal Jenkins

(Coldwell Banker F I Gray and Sons Residential, Inc.)

Lesson time.When a defendant files a notice of objection to a foreclosure sale, it is between the defendant and the plaintiff.In the past, when an objection to the sale has been filed, I, the winning third party bidder, have not gone to the hearing.Thursday I got a lesson.The judge noticed that no notice had been given to the winning third party bidder, regarding the hearing.I was well aware of the objection, because I wanted the certificate of title and I was anxiously awaiting the hearing to determine if I was going to get the property.After waiting 3 weeks for the hearing the judge postponed the hearing to allow the defendant to serve notice to me, the winning third party bidder.It seems like the judge rewarded the defendant for failing to do what the defendant is required to do....g... 09/01/2018

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Reverse Mortgages; your retirement should be enjoyable

By Jay Beckingham, Seniors ROCK!

(Christensen Financial Mortgage)

the Goal:a prosperous and comfortable retirement for all, or as many as possible, of my fellow seniors.for seniors to enjoy their retirement. Okay, so I'm not Tom Selleck, I'm an actual experienced Reverse Planner/Loan Officer with 40 years experience. While Tom may be more handsome (is that grammatically correct?) I have much more mortgage lending experience. I have 40 ish years, and this is my carreer.I'm not Arlo, da dog, and I'm not going to fetch the best reverse mortgage for you. I'm going to discuss your situation with you. Meet with you when necessary/possible, and give you the best information possible, and answer your questions.I'll share a secret with you, if you promise not to tell I am a "baby Boomer" class of 52 (about to add another year this month) Like you I am living t... 09/01/2018

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Idaho Horse Property on 6.74 Acres! Creek! Pond! Barn! Arena! Shop!

By Frank Harper, Broker/Owner, Realtor, GRI, SFR.

(Idaho Family Real Estate)

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