I would like to take a moment to give praise and gratitude to the men and women that protect the United States at home and over seas. Keeping America safe from all that want to harm her is an unselfish job accepted by our armed forces including the coast guard and boarder patrol.
Join me now as we celebrate this Memorial Day and know that we are free to do so without fear.
Saturday, May 29, 2010
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
Open House
The advantages of holding open houses are numerous; most agents will tell you that the exposure of showing homes creates interested buyers.
Imagine that you are driving down the street out for your Sunday drive, when all of a sudden a sign that reads “open house” stares you down. Following the maze of signs you arrive and there it is a house you can go check out without an appointment or scheduling.
The scenario above is what many people think as they are travelling about for their Saturday and Sunday drives. The “Open House” has long been associated with one of the main duties of the Realtor® and Agent. They are used as a marketing tool to bring more people to help sell their properties.
The tactic behind the open house sign leading to a door at the end of the road is to bring the interested lookers, already in the area for which they are wandering about. Most buyers already have an area of specific interest and guiding them will add to their information to make a quality decision. So when you are driving down the lane and see “Open House”, drop in!
Imagine that you are driving down the street out for your Sunday drive, when all of a sudden a sign that reads “open house” stares you down. Following the maze of signs you arrive and there it is a house you can go check out without an appointment or scheduling.
The scenario above is what many people think as they are travelling about for their Saturday and Sunday drives. The “Open House” has long been associated with one of the main duties of the Realtor® and Agent. They are used as a marketing tool to bring more people to help sell their properties.
The tactic behind the open house sign leading to a door at the end of the road is to bring the interested lookers, already in the area for which they are wandering about. Most buyers already have an area of specific interest and guiding them will add to their information to make a quality decision. So when you are driving down the lane and see “Open House”, drop in!
Tuesday, May 25, 2010
Buying a home warranty while your house is on the Market!
What does a home warranty cover when you are taking a home listing? I am very familiar with American Home Shield home warranty products. Offering a home warranty provides the extra sense of value to your client’s homes.
Even though there are several companies offering home warranties, the majority of my knowledge is with the (AHS), American Home Shield. The company offers what is called a flex program. The flex products allow the Seller to pick and choose to make their coverage more suited to their particular needs.
Value is added to your Seller clients listing while the home is being marketed by your agent or Realtor®. Typically I am talking about services relating to Idaho and may be different in your State. I also will not talk about specific costs of the plan because they will differ from home to home. The way it works! When you take a listing you add the home warranty to your description in the MLS. Pick and choose the plan you wish to add and order the warranty. The coverage begins with the time of listing and depending upon your plan may cover the major aspects of the home for the first year.
The payment of the cost will typically be absorbed by the Seller and is added to the HUD for payment at closing. I have used this product several times and it works wonderfully.
Check for AHS in your State for details..
Even though there are several companies offering home warranties, the majority of my knowledge is with the (AHS), American Home Shield. The company offers what is called a flex program. The flex products allow the Seller to pick and choose to make their coverage more suited to their particular needs.
Value is added to your Seller clients listing while the home is being marketed by your agent or Realtor®. Typically I am talking about services relating to Idaho and may be different in your State. I also will not talk about specific costs of the plan because they will differ from home to home. The way it works! When you take a listing you add the home warranty to your description in the MLS. Pick and choose the plan you wish to add and order the warranty. The coverage begins with the time of listing and depending upon your plan may cover the major aspects of the home for the first year.
The payment of the cost will typically be absorbed by the Seller and is added to the HUD for payment at closing. I have used this product several times and it works wonderfully.
Check for AHS in your State for details..
Sunday, May 23, 2010
Housing Statistics Market Watch for May 16th – May 22 2010
Residential MLS Listings for Homes Sold, Pending or New on Market
They are statistics I have taken from the Intermountain MLS database for all of Southwestern Idaho.
• 200 - Homes for Sale New on Market
• 188 - Single Family Residential Homes
• 2 - Condos
• 2 - Town Homes
• 8 - Other – Includes Manufactured and Recreational
• 14 - Total Number of Pending Listings
Total Number of Homes Sold: 223
• 205 - Single Family Homes Sold
• 6 - Condos
• 9 - Town Homes
• 3 - Other
Lots and Land
• 50 - Building Lots New on market
• 45984 - Total Number of Lots and Land on Market
• 121 - Total Number of Pending Lots and Land
• 21 - Total Number of Sold Lots and Land
Residential Income and Investment Properties:
• 6 - Residential Income Homes New on Market
• 2 – Duplex Sold
They are statistics I have taken from the Intermountain MLS database for all of Southwestern Idaho.
• 200 - Homes for Sale New on Market
• 188 - Single Family Residential Homes
• 2 - Condos
• 2 - Town Homes
• 8 - Other – Includes Manufactured and Recreational
• 14 - Total Number of Pending Listings
Total Number of Homes Sold: 223
• 205 - Single Family Homes Sold
• 6 - Condos
• 9 - Town Homes
• 3 - Other
Lots and Land
• 50 - Building Lots New on market
• 45984 - Total Number of Lots and Land on Market
• 121 - Total Number of Pending Lots and Land
• 21 - Total Number of Sold Lots and Land
Residential Income and Investment Properties:
• 6 - Residential Income Homes New on Market
• 2 – Duplex Sold
Saturday, May 22, 2010
Rick Snyder Earns NAR Short Sales and Foreclosure Certification
Rick Snyder Earns NAR Short Sales and Foreclosure Certification Buyers and Sellers Benefit from REALTOR® Expertise in Distressed Sales
Boise, ID, May 22, 2010 — Rick Snyder with Keller Williams Realty has earned the nationally recognized Short Sales and Foreclosure Resource certification. The National Association of REALTORS® offers the SFR certification to REALTORS® who want to help both buyers and sellers navigate these complicated transactions, as demand for professional expertise with distressed sales grows.
According to a recent NAR survey, nearly one-third of all existing homes sold recently were either short sales or foreclosures. For many real estate professionals, short sales and foreclosures are the new “traditional” transaction. REALTORS® who have earned the SFR certification know how to help sellers maneuver the complexities of short sales as well as help buyers pursue short sale and foreclosure opportunities.
“As leading advocates for homeownership, REALTORS® believe that any family that loses its home to foreclosure is one family too many, but unfortunately, there are situations in which people just cannot afford to keep their homes, and a foreclosure or a short sale results,” said 2009 NAR President Charles McMillan, a broker with Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage in Dallas-Fort Worth. “Foreclosures and short sales can offer opportunities for home buyers and benefit the larger community, as well, but it’s extremely important to have the help of a real estate professional like a REALTOR® who has earned the SFR certification for these kinds of purchases.” The certification program includes training on how to qualify sellers for short sales, negotiate with lenders, protect buyers, and limit risk, and provides resources to help REALTORS® stay current on national and state-specific information as the market for these distressed properties evolves. To earn the SFR certification, REALTORSÒ are required to take one core course and three Webinars. For more information about the SFR certification, visit www.REALTORSFR.org or call 1-877-510-7855.
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Boise, ID, May 22, 2010 — Rick Snyder with Keller Williams Realty has earned the nationally recognized Short Sales and Foreclosure Resource certification. The National Association of REALTORS® offers the SFR certification to REALTORS® who want to help both buyers and sellers navigate these complicated transactions, as demand for professional expertise with distressed sales grows.
According to a recent NAR survey, nearly one-third of all existing homes sold recently were either short sales or foreclosures. For many real estate professionals, short sales and foreclosures are the new “traditional” transaction. REALTORS® who have earned the SFR certification know how to help sellers maneuver the complexities of short sales as well as help buyers pursue short sale and foreclosure opportunities.
“As leading advocates for homeownership, REALTORS® believe that any family that loses its home to foreclosure is one family too many, but unfortunately, there are situations in which people just cannot afford to keep their homes, and a foreclosure or a short sale results,” said 2009 NAR President Charles McMillan, a broker with Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage in Dallas-Fort Worth. “Foreclosures and short sales can offer opportunities for home buyers and benefit the larger community, as well, but it’s extremely important to have the help of a real estate professional like a REALTOR® who has earned the SFR certification for these kinds of purchases.” The certification program includes training on how to qualify sellers for short sales, negotiate with lenders, protect buyers, and limit risk, and provides resources to help REALTORS® stay current on national and state-specific information as the market for these distressed properties evolves. To earn the SFR certification, REALTORSÒ are required to take one core course and three Webinars. For more information about the SFR certification, visit www.REALTORSFR.org or call 1-877-510-7855.
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St. Jude Dream Home
Beginning today you may take tours of the St. Jude Dream home located in Boise at the Willow Greens Subdivision. The home boasts a net zero energy bill and is one of the first in the nation.
Built by Flynner Homes, the home will be raffled off on Sunday June 27th. The Home tours will start today and you can walk through every Saturday and Sunday.
For all information on the Dream home click the St. Jude Dream home Link above. To view Flynner homes website http://www.flynnerhomes.com/
Built by Flynner Homes, the home will be raffled off on Sunday June 27th. The Home tours will start today and you can walk through every Saturday and Sunday.
For all information on the Dream home click the St. Jude Dream home Link above. To view Flynner homes website http://www.flynnerhomes.com/
Friday, May 21, 2010
Your Property Taxes and Schools
June 8th will mark the date that the Meridian School district will ask homeowners to increase their taxes to help alleviate the over crowding in the district.
Meridian has not increased taxes in the past 15 years and at a time when house market prices have dropped; the levy would increase a home worth $100,000 from an average of $52 per year to $82.
The increase will be needed to pay teacher salaries and avoid any further layoffs. School districts use property taxes for new buildings and maintenance, buses and transportation.
Ref:KIVI
Meridian has not increased taxes in the past 15 years and at a time when house market prices have dropped; the levy would increase a home worth $100,000 from an average of $52 per year to $82.
The increase will be needed to pay teacher salaries and avoid any further layoffs. School districts use property taxes for new buildings and maintenance, buses and transportation.
Ref:KIVI
Wednesday, May 19, 2010
Neighborhood Stabilization Program
This program was developed for the purpose of Stabilizing communities that were hit hard by the Foreclosed and abandoned homes. Monies have been allocated to local governments using a formula from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act or the Housing and Economic Recovery Act (HERA).
What is available to Idaho? There are still funds available to Canyon and Twin Falls counties. The purchasers must attend the finally home Home buyer class. The funds are only available for Foreclosed homes and not for short sales. For more information give me a call.
What is available to Idaho? There are still funds available to Canyon and Twin Falls counties. The purchasers must attend the finally home Home buyer class. The funds are only available for Foreclosed homes and not for short sales. For more information give me a call.
Monday, May 17, 2010
Bike Week Kickoff
Boise Bike week kicks begins in earnest today, bike week is from May 16th – 22nd 2010. Boise events include the kickoff celebration at Boise City Hall. We are a city of diverse mobility, celebrate our freedom and fun.
Act ivies include:
• The Twilight Mardi Gras Ride
• Adapted Cruise
• Road Biking Intro and Skills Ride
• Meridian Cycles Women's Road Ride
• Treasure Valley Alliance Recumbent Rally
• Ride of Silence - honoring cyclists who’ve been injured or killed.
• Mountain Biking Intro and Skills Ride – SWIMBA
• Bicycle Block Party
Use this link to find activities for the entire week.
Boise Bike week coincides with National Bike week to raise awareness of safety and working together with the community to promote sustainable living and fun.
Act ivies include:
• The Twilight Mardi Gras Ride
• Adapted Cruise
• Road Biking Intro and Skills Ride
• Meridian Cycles Women's Road Ride
• Treasure Valley Alliance Recumbent Rally
• Ride of Silence - honoring cyclists who’ve been injured or killed.
• Mountain Biking Intro and Skills Ride – SWIMBA
• Bicycle Block Party
Use this link to find activities for the entire week.
Boise Bike week coincides with National Bike week to raise awareness of safety and working together with the community to promote sustainable living and fun.
Sunday, May 16, 2010
Snap Shot Real Estate Market Watch for May 9th – May 15th 2010-05-16
These are the weekly statistics for residential homes Sold Pending or New on the market.
They are statistics I have taken from the Intermountain MLS database for all of Southwestern Idaho.
• 213 New on market Homes for Sale
• 188 Single Family Homes
• 8 Condos
• 8 Town Homes
• 9 Other (includes Manufactured and Recreational)
Total Number of Homes Sold: 200
• 191 Single Family Homes Sold
• 3 Condos
• 6 Town Homes
• 0 Other
I will update these numbers on Sunday of Each Week!
They are statistics I have taken from the Intermountain MLS database for all of Southwestern Idaho.
• 213 New on market Homes for Sale
• 188 Single Family Homes
• 8 Condos
• 8 Town Homes
• 9 Other (includes Manufactured and Recreational)
Total Number of Homes Sold: 200
• 191 Single Family Homes Sold
• 3 Condos
• 6 Town Homes
• 0 Other
I will update these numbers on Sunday of Each Week!
Saturday, May 15, 2010
Giving Back Where We Live!
On Friday May 14th Keller Williams Boise spread out to all of the Fred Meyer Stores to collect money and food for the following charities: The Idaho Food Bank, WCA (Women’s and Children’s Alliance, Horizon Elementary School, Hope House, Nampa Family Justice Center and City Light Home for Women and Children.
I was stationed at The Fred Meyer store located on Chinden in Garden City. We collected several barrels of caned food and Money to help support the Idaho Food Bank. I am proud to have been a part of this community outreach. The food bank is in need on a constant basis of non perishable food items. Please continue to give back to your community!
I was stationed at The Fred Meyer store located on Chinden in Garden City. We collected several barrels of caned food and Money to help support the Idaho Food Bank. I am proud to have been a part of this community outreach. The food bank is in need on a constant basis of non perishable food items. Please continue to give back to your community!
Tuesday, May 11, 2010
Residential Investments
Market fluctuations have led to sweeping changes to almost every area of real estate transactions. One of the questions that I get now is if the investment and income situation has evened out making it a good time to buy. The answer that I would give and this is only my opinion, it is a good time to buy. I would qualify this statement with a couple of matching statements. Most of the investor clients are looking to see if a property is going to “pencil” on paper with the current rental market.
Rental fees and rental market conditions have adjusted to reflect our economy also. When someone asks if there is a history to give a higher cap rate, I must say it shows an average cap rate but may not be all that it seems due to reduced monthly rents to combat vacancy rates. A quick answer would be to buy a residential investment property at the current prices is good, can you get the rents to make it cap at normal middle or high rates may need some more history. My real answer would be we need a year of rental history in order to see what the property would actually really pencil.
Rental fees and rental market conditions have adjusted to reflect our economy also. When someone asks if there is a history to give a higher cap rate, I must say it shows an average cap rate but may not be all that it seems due to reduced monthly rents to combat vacancy rates. A quick answer would be to buy a residential investment property at the current prices is good, can you get the rents to make it cap at normal middle or high rates may need some more history. My real answer would be we need a year of rental history in order to see what the property would actually really pencil.
Monday, May 10, 2010
Creating Curb Appeal..
Continuing with my previous blog, I will speak about how to make the great curb appeal and thus making your homes first impression. Springtime is probably the absolute best time of year to create the green look with flowers and trees budding out.
Mow your lawn in a criss cross pattern just like on the golf courses. This promotes a more even look. Using a green fertilizer will make your grass greener and healthier without using lots of water. Pull the weeds in your flower beds and if possible use a ground cover to stop weed growth.
Make sure all of your clippings are removed and drive and sidewalks swept. Wash the outside of your home; remove all spider webs and hornet nests etc.
With the flowers and tulips up, it is one of the greenest times of year if you are selling your house or not. Enjoy your effort.
Mow your lawn in a criss cross pattern just like on the golf courses. This promotes a more even look. Using a green fertilizer will make your grass greener and healthier without using lots of water. Pull the weeds in your flower beds and if possible use a ground cover to stop weed growth.
Make sure all of your clippings are removed and drive and sidewalks swept. Wash the outside of your home; remove all spider webs and hornet nests etc.
With the flowers and tulips up, it is one of the greenest times of year if you are selling your house or not. Enjoy your effort.
Saturday, May 8, 2010
Planning to Market your Home in the summer?
Getting your house ready to place on the market in the spring or summer has a different set of to-dos. The first steps the seller should look at are the things in the home you need in the warmer months. The grass and flower beds need to be green and weeded; the curb appeal is the first impression prospective buyers see. The sprinkler system should be checked for any broken or malfunctioning parts.
Next is the air conditioner/heating system. Any home inspection is going to probably find something that needs to be either serviced and cleaned or replaced. Along with the servicing have someone check for your ventilation in the attic and crawl spaces. To add some insulation or a vent or two will make your home more marketable.
Doing a pre-inspection will surly save some time and effort during the sale process, most inspections are looking at the large ticket items and heading any problems off at the beginning will make your listing look like all care was taken and will ease the buyers mind.
Next is the air conditioner/heating system. Any home inspection is going to probably find something that needs to be either serviced and cleaned or replaced. Along with the servicing have someone check for your ventilation in the attic and crawl spaces. To add some insulation or a vent or two will make your home more marketable.
Doing a pre-inspection will surly save some time and effort during the sale process, most inspections are looking at the large ticket items and heading any problems off at the beginning will make your listing look like all care was taken and will ease the buyers mind.
Friday, May 7, 2010
Keller Williams Realty Boise - Red Day!
2nd Annual “RED Day” Set to Lend a Hand in Boise, ID
Keller Williams Realty Boise part of community service initiative in the US and Canada
Boise, ID Keller Williams Realty associates will be taking the day off on Friday, May 14, 2010, but it will hardly be a day of rest. Over 25,000 associates across the United States and Canada will spend their day off by giving back as part of the company’s community service initiative, RED Day.
Short for “Renew, Energize and Donate,” RED Day was created to unite Keller Williams Realty offices and associates in an international day of service. During RED Day 2009, over 25,000 Keller Williams associates participated in activities ranging from food and blood drives to cleaning up trash in public parks or doing yard work for neighbors in need or revamping gardens at nursing homes. Last year on RED Day, the company donated over 130,000 hours.
As part of the RED Day effort, Keller Williams Realty Boise has chosen to spend the day in parking lots at all six Fred Meyer stores in the Treasure Valley collecting needed supplies and essential items for the six local charities listed below. Each store will be dedicated to one charity and patrons will be asked to donate items that coordinate with the needs of that charity.
The Idaho Food Bank http://idahofoodbank.org/
WCA (Women’s and Children’s Alliance) http://wcaboise.org/
Horizon Elementary School http://www.boiseschools.org/schools/horizon/index.html
Hope House www.ahome2come2.com
Nampa Family Justice Center http://nampafamilyjusticecenter.org/
City Light Home for Women and Children http://boiserm.org/facilities-citylight.asp
“We are ready to paint Boise red! We are excited to be a part of RED Day and continue the important company tradition of giving,” said Team Leader, Carla Thompson. “Last year we did this at just one store and raised over $10,000 in goods and donations for the Family Justice Center. This year we plan to multiply that by six and benefit multiple charities. We can’t tell you what an impact it made on each of us personally-it felt so great to give back to the community we know and love.”
“Twelve new children are coming home by June 15th and anything we get will be such an incredible blessing,” said Donna Lee Velvick-Lowry of Hope House.
For more information about RED Day visit www.kw.com/redday.
The Keller Williams Realty Boise Market Center, located at 1065 S. Allante Pl. Boise, ID 83709 is a full service real estate firm with 357 sales associates. Our Nampa business center is located at 5660 East Franklin Road Suite 201, Nampa, ID 83687.
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About Keller Williams Realty, Inc.:
Founded in 1983, Keller Williams Realty Inc. is the third-largest real estate franchise operation in the United States, with 668 offices and more than 76,000 associates in the United States and Canada. The company, which began franchising in 1990, has an agent-centric culture that emphasizes access to leading-edge education and promotes an economic model that rewards associates as stakeholders and partners. The company also
Keller Williams Realty Boise part of community service initiative in the US and Canada
Boise, ID Keller Williams Realty associates will be taking the day off on Friday, May 14, 2010, but it will hardly be a day of rest. Over 25,000 associates across the United States and Canada will spend their day off by giving back as part of the company’s community service initiative, RED Day.
Short for “Renew, Energize and Donate,” RED Day was created to unite Keller Williams Realty offices and associates in an international day of service. During RED Day 2009, over 25,000 Keller Williams associates participated in activities ranging from food and blood drives to cleaning up trash in public parks or doing yard work for neighbors in need or revamping gardens at nursing homes. Last year on RED Day, the company donated over 130,000 hours.
As part of the RED Day effort, Keller Williams Realty Boise has chosen to spend the day in parking lots at all six Fred Meyer stores in the Treasure Valley collecting needed supplies and essential items for the six local charities listed below. Each store will be dedicated to one charity and patrons will be asked to donate items that coordinate with the needs of that charity.
The Idaho Food Bank http://idahofoodbank.org/
WCA (Women’s and Children’s Alliance) http://wcaboise.org/
Horizon Elementary School http://www.boiseschools.org/schools/horizon/index.html
Hope House www.ahome2come2.com
Nampa Family Justice Center http://nampafamilyjusticecenter.org/
City Light Home for Women and Children http://boiserm.org/facilities-citylight.asp
“We are ready to paint Boise red! We are excited to be a part of RED Day and continue the important company tradition of giving,” said Team Leader, Carla Thompson. “Last year we did this at just one store and raised over $10,000 in goods and donations for the Family Justice Center. This year we plan to multiply that by six and benefit multiple charities. We can’t tell you what an impact it made on each of us personally-it felt so great to give back to the community we know and love.”
“Twelve new children are coming home by June 15th and anything we get will be such an incredible blessing,” said Donna Lee Velvick-Lowry of Hope House.
For more information about RED Day visit www.kw.com/redday.
The Keller Williams Realty Boise Market Center, located at 1065 S. Allante Pl. Boise, ID 83709 is a full service real estate firm with 357 sales associates. Our Nampa business center is located at 5660 East Franklin Road Suite 201, Nampa, ID 83687.
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About Keller Williams Realty, Inc.:
Founded in 1983, Keller Williams Realty Inc. is the third-largest real estate franchise operation in the United States, with 668 offices and more than 76,000 associates in the United States and Canada. The company, which began franchising in 1990, has an agent-centric culture that emphasizes access to leading-edge education and promotes an economic model that rewards associates as stakeholders and partners. The company also
Enjoy the Weekend!
Lots of things going on to get you out of the house this weekend. Take mom out to some events or go for a walk on greenbelt to celebrate Mothers day. Other notable events would take you to the Boise Center on the Grove for the Idaho Green Expo! This annual event is both Saturday and Sunday. (follow the link to see what is available in Southwest Idaho)
The largest event would be the Susan G. Komen, Race for the Cure. The race and walk is on Saturday. I will be doing a combination of walking with my lawn mower and visiting with my mother!
The largest event would be the Susan G. Komen, Race for the Cure. The race and walk is on Saturday. I will be doing a combination of walking with my lawn mower and visiting with my mother!
Wednesday, May 5, 2010
Idaho Green Expo
Please join us for the Second Annual Idaho Green Expo!
Saturday, May 8, 2010 from 10am to 7pm and Sunday, May 9, 2010 from 11am to 6pm
Boise Centre on the Grove
Admission is free!
The 2010 Idaho Green Expo will feature 150 exhibitors showcasing their “green” products and services. Come and connect with others, find resources, and get in on the latest green technologies.
Learn from the experts in seminars and workshops on everything from how to compost and reduce toxicity in your home to using the latest energy-saving technology and cooking with organic, locally grown food. This family-friendly event features art displays, activities for kids, an exciting music lineup, and the best in local and organic foods.
Saturday, May 8, 2010 from 10am to 7pm and Sunday, May 9, 2010 from 11am to 6pm
Boise Centre on the Grove
Admission is free!
The 2010 Idaho Green Expo will feature 150 exhibitors showcasing their “green” products and services. Come and connect with others, find resources, and get in on the latest green technologies.
Learn from the experts in seminars and workshops on everything from how to compost and reduce toxicity in your home to using the latest energy-saving technology and cooking with organic, locally grown food. This family-friendly event features art displays, activities for kids, an exciting music lineup, and the best in local and organic foods.
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
Checking your Homes Value
Now that the dust is settling on some housing markets, it would be a good idea to find out where your house fits in to the current solds.
Use our link provided here to give your property information and we will send you the latest comparative market analysis for your neighborhood and subdivision. Having no surprises and knowing what your home would most likely sell if placed on the MLS. I would be happy to send out your CMA on a regular basis if you specify in your email message. If you would like me to view your property for any specific upgrades or changes I would be happy to do that also.
Use our link provided here to give your property information and we will send you the latest comparative market analysis for your neighborhood and subdivision. Having no surprises and knowing what your home would most likely sell if placed on the MLS. I would be happy to send out your CMA on a regular basis if you specify in your email message. If you would like me to view your property for any specific upgrades or changes I would be happy to do that also.
Monday, May 3, 2010
For Sale 8521 Marigold
Great investment property not a short sale. 3 bedroom 1 bath and 1 car garage, 1073 square feet. Located next to newer patio homes, just blocks from the green belt fairgrounds horse racing and baseball. Partial remodel in 2005 with Newer roof, garage, windows, paint, carpet. Currently have renters with contract until August 2010. By appointment with 24 hour notification.
Saturday, May 1, 2010
Choosing your retirement home
Here you are living in your empty nest home, it could be the house you raised all of your family. What do you do if now you are ready to live out your days in retirement and maybe even have health problems.
Many folks in the later years may or may not increase the exercise routine and could develop a medical related problem. What seniors need in housing? To begin with, stairs are not exercise unless you are in good health. Having to run up and down stairs when you don’t usually go for walks is probably just adding to your situation and could lead to falls. Make sure you plan for the golden years by moving into the single level home. Have your bathrooms designed for easy entry and exit. Make sure your kitchen is set up for easy use of heavy appliances. These are just a few ideas.
The two story family home may hold lots of memories, but, they could make your golden years difficult..
Many folks in the later years may or may not increase the exercise routine and could develop a medical related problem. What seniors need in housing? To begin with, stairs are not exercise unless you are in good health. Having to run up and down stairs when you don’t usually go for walks is probably just adding to your situation and could lead to falls. Make sure you plan for the golden years by moving into the single level home. Have your bathrooms designed for easy entry and exit. Make sure your kitchen is set up for easy use of heavy appliances. These are just a few ideas.
The two story family home may hold lots of memories, but, they could make your golden years difficult..
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