Recent Blog Posts

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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Reseda Weekly Market Update March 13th - 19th, 2023 Landmark Townhomes RECENTLY SOLD Saticoy Street | 3 bedrooms | 3 baths | 1537 sq. ft. | $439,000 Northridge Village RECENTLY SOLD Canby Avenue | 4 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1717 sq. ft. | $445,000 Sherman Court RECENTLY SOLD Sherman Way | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 923 sq. ft. | $369,500 Sherman Way Park West RECENTLY SOLD Sherman Way | 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1272 sq. ft. | $390,000
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By John Pusa, Your All Time Realtor With Exceptional Service
(Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Crest)
On March 21, 2023, National Association of Realtors® (NAR) reported that nationwide existing home sales gained 14.5% to annual rate of 4.58 million homes in February of 2023 from  million homes in January of 2023, but dropped 22.6% from 5.92 million homes from February of 2022.There were 980,00 homes supplies of available inventory in February of 2023, unchanged 0.0% from January of 2023, but jumped 15.3% from 850,000 million homes in February of 2022; while, there were 2.6 months available inventory in February of 2023 decreased from January of 2023, but increased from 1.7 months in February of 2022.On average it took 34 days to sell a home in February of 2023, grew from 33 days in January of 2023, and rose from 18 days in February 2022.First time buyers acquired 27.0% of homes in Febr...
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By Laura Sellers, www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Preferred Real Estate, Inc.; www.AuburnOpelikaALRealEstate.com)
The Townes at Moores Mill Club in Auburn, ALI had a great time showing a client these townhomes the other day and just wanted to share some information about them in case you are looking for a great townhome in the Auburn, AL area. The Townes at Moore’s Mill Club offers shopping, golfing, and fine dining while being minutes from downtown Auburn. Townhomes offer low-maintenance, luxury living with many floor plans to choose from. The Townes at Moore’s Mill Club is exclusive, and a neighborhood you do not want to miss out on. Directions: From Hamilton Road, take a right onto Moores Mill Road. Look for The Townes entrance and signage on the left. From East University heading north, take a right on Moores Mill Road. After you pass Grove Hill subdivision, look for The Townes entrance and sig...
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By Bill Salvatore - East Valley, Realtor - 602-999-0952 / em: golfArizona@cox.net
(Arizona Elite Properties )
Every Wednesday we plan to share our most recent visit to the  PHOENIX ZOO. We have been members for seven years,  it is the best $129.00 a year we have ever spent. We hope you enjoy some wonderful photos and stories.  Bill and PamEvery week we post a featured animal from our visit to the Phoenix Zoo. Subscribe to our page to follow. Bill YouTube Channel for our Zoo visits  Today we stopped by to see the Parakeets.  As you can see by the video, they were hard to capture.  Maybe I got them all excited, that I was going to feed them, or I was breakfast. Sorry again for the poor video (NOT MY DAY JOB- THANKFULLY)Bill  Before I knew about the world of pet birds, I just thought I saw the same birds at the pet store. Little did I know that there are several different types of parakeets, parro...
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By Kathy Streib, Home Stager/Redesign
Wordless Wednesday…That Would Be OOPS…  If you follow the brackets for March Madness then you know that there have been some upsets. There have been some wins, though…Texas’ win over Penn State, right Dorie Dillard Austin TX   Larry and I had two #1 seeds at the beginning of the tournament so out of fairness, we had KU (Kansas University) and UH (the University of Houston) garden flags. Sadly, someone lost in the second round.   (I have to confess…I couldn’t bring myself to remove the KU flag. It’s hard to see a grown man cry. LOL)  
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By Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!, St. George Utah Area Residential Sales Agent
(Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374)
Spring Hiking Safety: Southern Utah's Slot Canyons Springtime means more time outside, hiking, stretching the legs and hitting designated trails at a favorite State or National park. Nature has designed quite a few slot canyons in the Southern Utah area. Those geological wonders known as slot canyons are a huge hiker's draw because of their swirling rock faces, whimsical turns and twists, that must be traversed by going over, under, around or squeezing through. Offering incredible views, these ancient, eroded sandstone formations are perfect for photo opps. Slot canyons are created by moving water erosion, forces of nature such as a stream or rivers through adverse weather. The following are all good examples: Pine Creek Gorge Slot Canyon (Hurricane) Boundary Technical Slot Canyon Red C...
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Wilshire Corridor Weekly Market Update March 13th - 19th, 2023 Crown Towers RECENTLY SOLD Wilshire Boulevard | 1 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1099 sq. ft. | $625,000 Park Wilshire RECENTLY SOLD Wilshire | 1 bedrooms | 1.5 baths | 1088 sq. ft. | $650,000 The Longford RECENTLY SOLD Wilshire Boulevard | 3 bedrooms | 4 baths | 2740 sq. ft. | $2,650,000 Wilshire Thayer RECENTLY SOLD Wilshire | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1759 sq. ft. | $899,000
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By Mark Maupin See Blog Free Investors Training, National Real Estate Investors Network Host
(National Real Estate Network, LLC)
NATIONWIDE EXPOSURE FOR YOUR PROPERTY FOR SALE WHOLESALE OR RETAIL WE POST IN ALL REAL ESTATE FACEBOOK GROUPS IN EVERY STATE TOTAL NUMBER OF PEOPLE THAT WILL BE EXPOSED TO YOUR PROPERTY IN 1 WEEK IS OVER 10 MILLON INVESTOR MEMBERS OF FACEBOOK GROUPS WE’LL MARKET THE PROPERTY AND ONLY BRING YOU QUALIFIED LEADS WE WILL ONLY MARKET IN AREAS THAT YOU ARE NOT MARKETING  IN IF THE PROPERTY SELLS BASED ON OUR MARKETING EFFORTS OUR FEE IS 30% OF THE NET PROCEEDS WITH A $2,500.00 MINIMUM KEY ITEMS WE NEED – PROPERTY DESCRIPTION, PICTURES BOTH OUTSIDE AND INSIDE, ESTIMATED ROI-  CALL OR TEXT ROY FRANK AT 248-762-0806EMAIL AT rrfrank11@gmail.com
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By Brian England, MBA, GRI, REALTOR® Real Estate in East Valley AZ
(Arizona Focus Realty)
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By Dick Betts, REALTOR® The Villages, Florida
(TOUCHSTONE REAL ESTATE)
I see Villagers for Veterans promoting activities regularly on social media and other ways and decided to see what they are all about, wow, what a great group to be involved with!  This group gives you faith in humanity, here is their Mission Statement: “Villagers for Veterans is 100% volunteer 501(c)(3) organization founded for the sole purpose of helping severely wounded veterans. We help veterans directly with much-needed funding or additional resources, or by providing grants to other organizations that provide services for veterans. Either way, we are here to help wounded veterans transition into civilian life with as much support as possible. Villagers for Veterans meets a real need today, as veterans too often face difficulty in securing resources through established sources, suc...
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By Richard Weeks, REALTOR®, Broker
Here is the north Texas real estate market update for March  22, 2023New properties for sale 324Back on the market listings 119Price decrease listings 404Price increase 72Active kick out 10Active option contract 378Active contingent 54Pending listings 416Sold listings 416Expired listings 21Cancelled listings 67Withdrawn listings 7Temporary off market listings 31Coming soon listings 103
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By Joe Manausa - Tallahassee, FL, Tallahassee Real Estate
(Joe Manausa Real Estate)
3726 Lakeview Dr, Tallahassee, FL Photos Maps & Local Schools Print Click Here to Get Directions $9750005bed - 4bath - 7.18 acres lotTake in the views at this waterfront abode with a private dock. Located directly on Lake Bradford, this home sits on 7 acres of pure bliss. The FSU Rez is on this lake along with other beautiful water front properties. Kayaking and sailboating with sun sets in your backyard year round! Live in marvelous luxury with the screened-in pool, five bedrooms, three full bathrooms, a mother-in-law suite, a three-car garage, a beautiful stone fireplace, a 2015 roof, 2021 2 Geothermal HVAC's, and even more exquisite features. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a home like this- don't wait to make it yours!Follow This Home Joe Manausa Joe Manausa Real Est...
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By Khash Saghafi NMLS, Mortgage Loan Officer, Cleveland OH NMLS 1114762
(Liberty Home Mortgage Corporation)
Click on the link below to find out how.Also, do not forget to subscribe to my YouTube page to see my other videos on similar topics.I am a loan officer who lends in 45 states and I handle the loan from start-to-finish. My cell phone is 1-216-780-1103 and I can be reached at anytime for questions, Pre-Approvals or anything else needed.
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Marina del Rey Weekly Market Update March 13th - 19th, 2023 Gallery Lofts MDR RECENTLY SOLD Glencoe Avenue | 2 bedrooms | 3 baths | 2160 sq. ft. | $1,499,000 Marina City Club RECENTLY SOLD Marina City Drive | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1550 sq. ft. | $549,999 Marina City Drive | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 935 sq. ft. | $559,000 Marina City Drive | 0 bedrooms | 1 baths | 470 sq. ft. | $365,000 Marina City Drive | 2 bedrooms | 1 baths | 1422 sq. ft. | $650,000 Gallery Lofts RECENTLY SOLD Glencoe Avenue | 2 bedrooms | 3 baths | 2160 sq. ft. | $1,499,000 Via Marina Tahiti RECENTLY SOLD Glencoe Avenue | 2 bedrooms | 3 baths | 2160 sq. ft. | $1,499,000 Marina City Drive | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1550 sq. ft. | $549,999 Marina City Drive | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 935 sq. ft. | $559,000 Marina City Driv...
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By Manfred Lewis Leslie Horne & Associates, Realtor Spartanburg and Greenville SC
(Leslie Horne &Associates )
Asking the right questions when considering a home can help you avoid nasty surprises later. Make a list of non-negotiables and ensure you’re asking about them before you get too attached! #realestate #realestateagent #listreports #buying #selling #realestateexpert #homeowner #dreamhome #homeownership #homebuying #homesearch #buyingahome #financehub
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By Michael Jacobs, Los Angeles Pasadena 818.516.4393
Evaluating the Educational ExperienceAs A New Season Arrives. . .  I have admitted to rabbit hole expeditions on more than one occasion.  There can be many twists and turns.  Some are consequential although many may seem meaningless. Life teaches me some sort of lesson each day.  I have yet to find a syllabus where things are presented in an organized manner.  I know I have previously presented this thought.  I apologize for my repetitiveness. But I also don’t.   Life continues to be a journey where reflection is part of the curriculum.   In a recent classroom experience - I answered a question about myself with a response I have used before.  A lot.  I remain a work-in-progress.  I was brief. With a dozen or so participants, I was aware of time. I was then asked - if there was anything...
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By Mark Maupin See Blog Free Investors Training, National Real Estate Investors Network Host
(National Real Estate Network, LLC)
Driving Successful Lives Offers Grant Management to Startup CharitiesLooking help a small group of Startup CharitiesEmail Mark Maupin @ maupin.mark@gmail.comhttps://drivingsuccessfullives.org/ Please Like Our Video and Subscribe to Our Channel Educational Video on Real Estate Investing plus copies of all our meetings Enjoy Like and Join: https://www.youtube.com/c/RalphMaupin/ The best funding source for all your investor's deals:http://nationalfundingagency.com/  Six Thousand Members - Our Meetup, Real Estate Investing, Wholesaling, Find-Fix-Sell, land-lording, lease options, Networking, Seminars, Workshops: Nation Real Estate Network  https://www.meetup.com/27monthlymeetup-com/  Michigan REIA FaceBook Pagehttps://www.facebook.com/MichiganREIA  Michigan Real Estate Investors Association...
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Book Recommendation: Copper River by William Kent KruegerDolores and I enjoyed reading Copper River (2006) and recommend this series by American novelist William Kent Krueger for your reading list. Click on the links to learn more about the author and this novel. This is book number six of the Cork O'Connor Mystery series. Two-time Anthony Award-winning author William Kent Krueger has "moved to the head of the crime fiction class" ("Chicago Sun-Times") with his gripping series featuring Sheriff Cork O'Connor. In "Copper River," Cork is running for his life -- and straight into a murderous conspiracy involving teenage runaways. Desperately avoiding the clutches of professional hit men who have already put a bullet in his leg, Cork finds sanctuary outside the small Michigan town of Bodine...
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By Mark Maupin See Blog Free Investors Training, National Real Estate Investors Network Host
(National Real Estate Network, LLC)
Why Investors Out of County and Out of State Are Coming to Invest In Michigan Foreclosures / REIAWhy Investors Out of County and Out of State Are Coming to Invest In Michigan Foreclosures Please Like Our Video and Subscribe to Our Channel Educational Video on Real Estate Investing plus copies of all our meetings Enjoy Like and Join: https://www.youtube.com/c/RalphMaupin/ The best funding source for all your investor's deals:http://nationalfundingagency.com/  Six Thousand Members - Our Meetup, Real Estate Investing, Wholesaling, Find-Fix-Sell, land-lording, lease options, Networking, Seminars, Workshops: Nation Real Estate Network  https://www.meetup.com/27monthlymeetup-com/  Michigan REIA FaceBook Pagehttps://www.facebook.com/MichiganREIA  Michigan Real Estate Investors Association Face...
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Real estate agents face various risks during their job, such as meeting strangers in unfamiliar locations, working alone, and carrying expensive equipment, among others. These risks can lead to personal safety concerns that can be mitigated by using pepper spray. Pepper spray is a self-defense tool that is used to immobilize attackers temporarily, allowing the victim time to escape. It is a non-lethal defense option that is easy to use and readily available. Real estate agents can benefit from carrying pepper spray because it is compact and can be carried in a pocket or a bag without being noticed. To use pepper spray, the agent should first become familiar with the type of spray they have and how to use it. They should also check the expiration date and ensure that it is still effecti...
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