On February 10, 2012 the FDIC took over a local small town Indiana bank.  If you have read about the process, you know it is very clandestine until the takeover day.  On a Friday afternoon, FDIC standard operating procedures, several FDIC employees enter the bank to take over everything.  They confiscate the keys, money, files, computers, etc.  They work endlessly all weekend, and then open up under control of the FDIC on Monday. The purchase of the bank assets are sold to another bank.  All clients of the bank are told to contact their new bank for additional information.....UNLESS....your loan is delinquent.  IF your loan is delinquent, you get to talk to the FDIC.  Your loan is in limbo, until it is sold to an investor.  The Keywords are Government and confusion.  Need I say more? 02/25/2012

  There are 623 Indianapolis Short Sales currently.  They range in price from $849,900 to $7,400.  415 of these Indianapolis Short Sales are under $100,000. 10 of these would be considered Luxury Indianapolis Short Sale Homes.  There are 89 Pending Indianapolis Short Sales, ranging in price from $420,000 to $9,000.There are 42 Active Short Sales currently in Greenwood IN. They range in list price from $369,000 to $45,000 There are 8 Pending Greenwood IN Short Sales, ranging in price from $120,000 to $71,441. If you are in need of an experienced Short Sale team, give us a call today.  We have closed many many Short Sales.  We are an aggressive team on our Short Sales and have the Letters of Recommendation to back up that experience and a strong success rate in getting our Short Sales cl... 02/09/2012

   This week, I  attended an Indiana CRS BOD Meeting and Luncheon at the Marriott in downtown Indianapolis, IN. Indy is host city for Super Bowl XLVI and what a great NFL experience  is happening the week leading up to the big game Hoosier Hospitality at it's finest! Media madness at it's best too!  SKY sports blog even got a photo of Jeff and the Colts Super fan at the same time they were posing and looking at My camera LOL ! Here is a brief photo re-cap of the fun time we had before and after my conferences :) Zipline anyone?  what you can't see are the office workers 4 stories up in adjacent buildings that were distracted by the zipline riders this week LOL                   xxxxxxxx                                                                                                   I t... 02/01/2012

  GPS Home Search - Using a Smart Phone!!!!     Buyers can use their smart phone to search for homes for sale nearest where they are now. Let's say you're in a neighborhood that you love, and you want to find more homes for sale nearby. At callcarpenter.com, you can search for homes for sale and they will be sorted by the nearest home within a mile of your location. Drive to a different neighborhood, and your search results will change. You can be in front of a home and download all of the info about that house right to your phone. "We're thrilled to be the first real estate firm in metro Indianapolis to offer a GPS search option on our mobile website," said David Caveness, Senior VP of Carpenter Realtors®. "Home buyers will find this extremely helpful, convenient and fun when they're d... 02/01/2012

Originally Posted at My Indy Waterfront Blog Finding the right REALTOR is often hard when everyone knows someone you should use. Finding one that is familiar with Geist, water frontage, dock ownership options, Cocktail Cove, etc is challenging. You want to consider things like experience, knowledge of the local Geist Real Estate market and availability as you make your decision. As well as Trust…you want someone you can trust with such a big decision. Here are some things to consider as you start the process of searching for a waterfront home for sale in Geist. The Metropolitan Board of REALTORS has 5,800 members. There were 75% of those agents that did less than 10 transactions last year. And of the remaining, only 250 agents wrote more than 30 transactions last year. That says that th... 01/21/2012

Homes sold on Geist Reservoir for the year 2011 compared to 2010 were about even. There were 33 homes sold on Geist Reservoir in 2011 compared with 31 a year ago. Currently there are 32 homes for sale on Geist Reservoir. The map shows what area on Geist Reservoir sold, the red are sold and the four gold ones are pended (offer accepted). The majority of the homes sold on Geist Reservoir were in the Springs of Cambridge; 10 homes of the 33 were in this neighborhood. A close second were the homes in the Admirals with 8. There were 8 homes over $1,000,000 that sold in Geist in 2011, compared with only 4 in 2010. On the other side; there were only 2 condo’s this year compared with 5 last year. The days on market also trended positively; 106 days in 2011 compared with 161 days in 2010. The Ma... 01/12/2012

Lockerbie Square Condos For Sale Offered for sale by The Hoagland Group -- $269,000. Welcome home to exceptional downtown living in popular historic Lockerbie Glove Condos in Lockerbie Square! Just a block from the excitement of Mass Ave, yet located on a quiet little street tucked among historic homes in Lockerbie Square! Close to convenient downtown Indianapolis shopping & entertainment, your new condo features a spacious great room with an entire wall of windows, 2 spacious bedrooms with architectural details such as curved walls, laundry room and 2 full baths. Exposed brick walls & a 12' beamed ceilings capture the historic preservation of this unique building which was the former Lockerbie Glove Factory. With stunning contemporary updated baths, a gourmet kitchen with a center ... 01/03/2012

Originally Posted at My Indy Waterfront Blog Looking for some options for New Years Eve in Geist? If only we were in a warm climate and could use the Reservoir for boating in December! There are some great other options though: Living Proof will be a the Hilton Garden Inn; they are a 7 piece R & B band and were voted #1 Band in 2010 by the Indy Channel.com’s A List! It is $275 a couple and include one night stay in the hotel and an open bar! Looking for something a little more family oriented…Pinheads will have a Glow Bowl from 5-8 p.m. at $35/hour per lane for unlimited bowling. They will also have a a New Years Eve bowling party from 9:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. at $149.95 per lane up to 6 people. If you don’t mind a short commute to downtown, there is a Masquerade Ball at Union Station. L... 12/28/2011

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Indianapolis Open House - December 4, 2011 - 6539 Jarvis Drive - Noon to 2:00pm YOU'RE INVITED! Please join us to take a look at this "like new" Franklin Township home for sale in Indianapolis, this Sunday, Dec 4, 2011!   Just Reduced!  New Price $105,000.  Cute ranch home for sale in Indianapolis w/NEW ROOF in pretty neighborhood. Spotless like new condition, tree lined streets & COMMUNITY POOL set this apart from others on the mkt! Open floor plan features split bdrm layout & 3 WALK-IN closets! Fresh paint, ALL APPLIANCES included-New refrig, dishwasher, washer & dryer! Nice deck is  great for entertaining! Just 3 min to Greenwood Co Line Rd/I-65 (Exit 101).  Greenwood mall, restaurants, entertainment -- all nearby! Taxes will drop significantly on this Indianapolis home for sale afte... 11/30/2011

Well, here we are the cold is here again.  But before it starts to get really cold, I was fortunate enough to catch a glimpse of one last butterfly.  This Red Admiral was kind enough to stay perched on my dying marigolds while I ran inside to grab my camera.   I guess I can't complain too much about the weather.  At least we actually had fall this year instead of going straight from warm summer temperatures to freezing cold snow as it seems we do so often.  :) 11/30/2011

Indianapolis Arthritis Foundation Jingle Bell Walk/Run December 10th, 2011 We are now officially 12 days away from the 23rd Annual Jingle Bell run here in Indy. The streets of downtown Indianapolis will be filled by the sounds of bells jingling on approximately 3,500 people registered to run/walk this years' event. Many people believe arthritis only affects those who are aging....Not so.  Take Sarah Hake, this year's Arthritis Honoree.  Sarah is just 26 years old, but was diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis at the young age of two. There's still time to register for the race and raise some money to help this foundation out.  Fees are as follows: Race Fees Adults (13 years and older)$22 per person on or before October 31$25 per person November 1 - noon on December 7$30 per person on pack... 11/28/2011

  It’s no secret that buying or selling a home is one of life’s most stressful events. But I admit I was shocked recently to read that the stress of a real estate transaction can cause you to age a full TWO YEARS! Of the 2,000 participants questioned during a research study by In-Deed, those who were involved in a real estate transaction suffered from hair loss, short-term memory loss, lack of sex drive and general anxiety. And so I wonder: does the rate of premature aging double if you’re selling your current home and buying a new one? Because if that’s the case, buying and selling 3 houses during your lifetime adds more than a decade to your appearance and well being. Not exactly a ringing endorsement for the joys of homeownership! Buying or selling a home will always be stressful – a... 11/11/2011

When I was still new to Indianapolis I rented a cute apartment on Mass Ave but knew I'd buy a house eventually. I love owning my own house and there was no way I could be an apartment dweller for long. I had a special fondness for the Craftsman style of architecture. When a coworker asked if I knew about all the Craftsman Arts and Crafts homes for sale in Historic Irvington, I had to admit that I hadn't even heard of the place. Turns out, Historic Irvington is one of the better kept secrets among Indianapolis metropolitan neighborhoods. It's just five miles east of downtown Indianapolis --Michigan, Washington, and New York are the main thruways. There were plenty of great Craftsman Arts and Crafts homes for sale in Historic Irvington,  just a few minutes from the Mass ave neighborhood I... 11/11/2011

When I was still new to Indianapolis I rented a cute apartment on Mass Ave but knew I'd buy a house eventually. I love owning my own house and there was no way I could be an apartment dweller for long. When a coworker asked if I'd considered Historic Irvington, I had to admit that I hadn't even heard of the place. Turns out, Historic Irvington is one of the better kept secrets among Indianapolis metropolitan neighborhoods. It's just five miles east of downtown Indianapolis --Michigan, Washington, and New York are the main thruways. Irvington real estate was just a few minutes from the Mass ave neighborhood I was about to leave. But as close as it is to Indy's skyscrapers, Historic Irvington has a strong small town community vibe. From the neighborhood council to the garden club, members... 11/10/2011

Homes for Sale Franklin Twp - 6539 Jarvis Dr Indianapolis IN  46237 Cute 3 bdrm, 2 bath ranch home for sale in Indianapolis in pretty Smithfield neighborhood in Franklin Township. Spotless like new condition, tree lined streets & community pool set this apart from other homes for sale in Indianapolis! Open floor plan features split bdrm layout & 3 walk-in closets! Fresh paint, all appliances included -- New refrig, dishwasher, washer & dryer! Nice deck great for entertaining! Just 3 min to Co Line Rd/I-65 (Exit 101). Greenwood mall, restaurants, entertainment -- all nearby! Taxes will drop significantly after exemptions are filed. SEARCH ALL INDIANAPOLIS AREA HOMES FOR SALE More details at Official Property Site for 6539 Jarvis Drive Indianapolis IN  46237   View Larger Map 10/31/2011

Bring on January! Ordinarily I’m no fan of January (ditto for December, February or March), but an unveiling this week of plans for the 2012 Indianapolis Home Show Centerpiece Home has caused me to reconsider. The Craftsman style Centerpiece Home built by Fischer Homes is going to be stunning, and may actually be a reason to look forward to January!   For the Fischer Homes team and interior designer Joy Perkins, constructing the Centerpiece Home is all about creating a “buzz.”  And from what I saw that should be no problem. The eye-catching Craftsman exterior in a soft shade of “avocado” (nothing like the kitchen appliances of the ’60s) with antique white trim and a beautiful stone elevation positively beckons you inside, where the Once Upon a Time inspired custom details and design pro... 10/27/2011

  It's no secret that the neighborhoods around Geist Reservoir feature some of the most beautiful Indianapolis real estate around. One of my favorite Geist neighborhoods is Windjammer, an enclave of just 55 homes off of Fall Creek, east of 96th Street. The Windjammer neighborhood features custom homes built in the mid-to late 80s. The homes themselves are lovely and very well maintained, but what really sets Windjammer apart are the large, beautifully landscaped and heavily wooded lots. It gives the neighborhood a cozy feeling, even during the winter months. And you just know trick-or-treating would be a blast in Windjammer! Windjammer residents enjoy a small, intimate neighborhood, but also have great access to Geist neighborhoods, marina, restaurants and shops. A pedestrian path on th... 10/12/2011

The chandelier in the Grand Ballroom of the Vinoy Renaissance resort in St. Petersburg, Florida was not only stunningly beautiful, it also reminded me of something I’d seen before - right here in Indianapolis. The centerpiece sculpture of the Indianapolis Museum for Children! Both pieces are by American glass sculptor Dale Chihuly, and both are extraordinary! Circling the ramp around the glass tower in the Indianapolis Children's Museum and looking down at the intricate artwork (be sure to check out the floor underneath!) is worth the price of admission by itself. It will also will leave you wondering - how do they clean that thing? Want more information about living in the Indianapolis area? Find it here!   10/07/2011