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How to Keep Things Cleaner Longer
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Wednesday, April 30, 2014
How to Keep Things Cleaner Longer
Tuesday, November 6, 2012
Extra Touches to Help Sell This Fall
Extra Touches to Help Sell This Fall
Homes can look less inviting in the fall and cooler months, but there are easy ways you can evoke that “homey” feel buyers crave.
"Inventory is low, so if you have your house on the market and it's priced well, it's going to sell," says Gail Hartnett, a National Association of REALTORS® regional vice president and an agent with Keller Williams Realty Boise in Idaho.
Hartnett offers some of the following tips:
--Creating a cozy smell. Hartnett says that fall can channel warm childhood memories of family Thanksgiving dinners. To give the home a more “homey” fall charm, Hartnett has spiced cider and freshly baked cookies during showings and open houses.
--Tidy up the yard. Rake up large piles of leaves, but you don’t have to remove every single leaf from your yard, Hartnett says. "Leaves actually look nice as long as they have some color to them," Harnett says. "But you need to make sure that your walkways are swept clear for safety purposes."
--Put up seasonal decorations. Give the property an appealing “harvest” feel with fall-themed decorations, such as a seasonal wreath hanging on the door and pumpkins or pots of mums on the front porch.
Source: "6 Ways to Sell Your Home This Fall,” The Street (Nov. 2, 2012)
Neal Buckner, Broker/Owner, REALTOR®, CDPE
Elite Real Estate Pros
(520) 705-1798 Cell (520) 280-2766
Email: info@eliterealestatepros.com
Thursday, November 1, 2012
NAR's HouseLogic Announces New $1,000 Sweepstakes and "Boost Your Roost" Backyard Makeover Video Series | realtor.org
WASHINGTON (October 22, 2012) – HouseLogic.com, the award-winning, comprehensive website for homeowners from the National Association of Realtors®, is pleased to unveil an original video series chronicling a $20,000 backyard makeover for Allison and Aaron Smith in Santa Maria, Calif. The Smiths were named the winners of the website’s “Boost Your Roost” contest earlier this summer, to which thousands of homeowners submitted their home improvement ideas.
“We use our outside space as much (sometimes more) than our interior space. We love to plant veggies, herbs, and fruits. We often grill our dinner,” said Allison Smith. “Our backyard is the place where we love to play with our son and dog, and entertain friends and family.”
The renovation project was filmed from start to finish and visitors to the HouseLogic will be able to view the Smith’s journey in a five-part video series beginning Oct. 17. Each Wednesday for five weeks, a video documenting the project will be posted towww.houselogic.com/BoostYourRoost2012. In addition to watching the backyard makeover series and learning great tips about landscaping and home improvement, viewers will have the chance to enter to win $1,000 for their own home improvement projects, by answering a quiz question at the end of each video. The sweepstakes will officially close on Nov. 20, 2012.
“HouseLogic congratulates the Smith family on winning the Boost Your Roost contest,” said Pamela Kabati, NAR senior vice president of Communications and HouseLogic spokesperson. “We invite people to visit HouseLogic to view the video series, learn some great tips about landscaping, and enter the $1,000 sweepstakes.”
For more information and tips on how to make smart decisions and take responsible actions to maintain, protect and enhance the value of your home, visit www.houselogic.com.
HouseLogic is a free source of information and tools from the National Association of Realtors® that helps homeowners make smart decisions and take responsible actions to maintain, protect, and enhance the value of their home. HouseLogic helps homeowners plan and organize their home projects and provides timely articles and news; home improvement advice and how-tos; and information about taxes, home finances, and insurance.
The National Association of Realtors®, “The Voice for Real Estate,” is America’s largest trade association, representing 1 million members involved in all aspects of the residential and commercial real estate industries.
Neal Buckner, Broker/Owner, REALTOR®, CDPE
Elite Real Estate Pros
(520) 705-1798 Cell (520) 280-2766
Email: info@eliterealestatepros.com
Monday, October 29, 2012
Remodeling Activity Bounces Back to 2005 Levels
Remodeling Activity Bounces Back to 2005 Levels
DAILY REAL ESTATE NEWS | MONDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2012
More home owners are tackling remodeling jobs once again, as the Remodeling Market Index heats up and climbs to its highest point since the third quarter of 2005, the National Association of Home Builders reports. The greater momentum in remodeling is yet another positive trend recently trickling through the housing sector, NAHB reports.
"The strength of the [Remodeling Market Index], especially in owner-occupied properties, shows that home owners are investing in remodels as home prices stabilize," says George "Geep" Moore Jr., NAHB Remodelers chairman. "As owners become more confident that investments in housing will hold their value, they are beginning to undertake projects to improve their comfort that they had been putting off."
The index showed an increase in all three of the indicators measured: maintenance and repairs, minor additions and alterations, and major additions and alterations.
"The improvement in the RMI provides more evidence that the remodeling industry is making the orderly recovery from its low point in 2009 as we've been expecting," says NAHB Chief Economist David Crowe. "Although remodeling projects over $25,000 are now showing some signs of strength, they are still lagging behind smaller property alterations and maintenance and repair jobs. The recovery of the remodeling market in general, and large projects in particular, continues to be constrained by factors such as tight credit and problematic appraisals."
Neal Buckner, Broker/Owner, REALTOR®, CDPE
Elite Real Estate Pros
(520) 705-1798 Cell: (520) 280-2766
Email: info@eliterealestatepros.com
Thursday, October 25, 2012
Pending Home Sales Improve in September
Pending Home Sales Improve in September
Pending home sales were little changed in September but remain well above a year ago, according to the National Association of REALTORS®.
The Pending Home Sales Index, a forward-looking indicator based on contract signings, edged up 0.3 percent to 99.5 in September from 99.2 in August and is 14.5 percent above September 2011 when it was 86.9. The data reflect contracts but not closings.
Lawrence Yun, NAR chief economist, said pending home sales continue to hold a higher ground. “Home contract activity remains at an elevated level in contrast with recent years, but currently appears to be bouncing around in a narrow range,” he said. “This means only minor movement is likely in near-term existing-home sales, but with positive underlying market fundamentals they should continue on an uptrend in 2013.”
Pending home sales have risen for 17 consecutive months on a year-over-year basis, leading to the solid recovery seen in closed existing-home sales this year. In September all regions were showing double-digit increases in contract activity from a year ago with the exception of the West, which is constrained by limited inventory.
The PHSI in the Northeast rose 1.4 percent to 79.3 in September and is 26.1 percent higher than a year ago. In the Midwest the index fell 5.8 percent to 89.5 in September but is 19.3 percent above September 2011. Pending home sales in the South increased 1.0 percent to an index of 111.5 in September and are 17.6 percent higher than a year ago. In the West, the index rose 4.3 percent in September to 106.9, but is only 0.8 percent above September 2011.
Housing affordability conditions are forecast to remain favorable through next year, with the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage staying near record lows for the balance of this year but gradually rising to 4 percent in the second half of 2013.
Completed existing-home sales in 2012 will total close to 4.6 million, an increase of 9 percent, and are projected to rise about 9 percent next year to nearly 5.1 million. With notably lower housing inventory, the national median existing-home price is expected to increase 6 percent this year and 5 percent in 2013.
Source: NAR
Neal Buckner, Broker/Owner/REALTOR®, CDPE
Elite Real Estate Pros
(520) 705-1798
Email: info@eliterealestatepros.com
Sunday, September 9, 2012
Survey: Homes Are Selling Faster
Survey: Homes Are Selling Faster
Daily Real Estate News | Friday, September 07, 2012
The median time a home listed for sale was on the market in July was 69 days, down from 98 days one year earlier. Broken down further, one-third of homes purchased in July were on the market for less than a month, and one in five of homes purchased in July were on the market for at least six months.
“As inventory has tightened homes have been selling more quickly,” says Lawrence Yun, NAR’s chief economist. “A notable shortening of time-on-market began this spring, and this has created a general balance between home buyers and sellers in much of the country. This equilibrium is supporting sustained price growth, and homes that are correctly priced tend to sell quickly, while those that aren’t often languish on the market.”
By the end July, a 6.4-month supply of homes were on the market at the current sales pace. That is 31.2 percent below year-ago levels, when there was a 9.3-month supply.
With supplies of homes tighter, economists expect home prices to continue their trend upward.
“Our current forecast is for the median existing home price to rise 4.5 to 5 percent this year and about 5 percent in 2013, which is somewhat stronger than historic norms because of the inventory shortfall that is most pronounced in the low price ranges,” Yun says.
Source: National Association of REALTORS®
Elite Real Estate Pros
Neal Buckner, Broker/Owner, REALTOR®, CDPE
(520) 280-2766
Email: info@eliterealestatepros.com
Monday, April 2, 2012
Casa Grande Home of the Week - 2392 E Valencia Drive
Location - Location - Location
Mission Royale, Casa Grande, AZ
Neal Buckner, Broker/Owner, REALTOR®, CDPE
(520) 705-1798 Cell (520) 280-2766
Email: info@eliterealestatepros.com
Saturday, January 28, 2012
Casa Grande Home of the Week
Casa Grande Home of the Week
Golf Anyone? This 2 BR 2 BA + a den home sitting on the Golf Course in the popular Mission Royale 55+ Community, is exactly what you have been looking for. 20'' diagonal tile, carpet in BRs, new heat pump, epoxy paint on the patio, garage and entrance, silhouette shades, front security door, 4 ceiling fans, new garbage disposal, new heavy gauge stainless steel kitchen sink, water softener with extra soft water hose bib to wash your car, R-38 in the attic, and the list goes on. Call to see today.
Neal Buckner, Broker/Owner, REALTOR®, CDPE
(520) 705-1798 Cell (520) 280-2766
Email: info@eliterealestatepros.com
Saturday, January 7, 2012
Mortgage Rates Match Record Lows This Week
Mortgage Rates Match Record Lows This Week
Neal Buckner, Broker/Owner, REALTOR®, CDPE
Office (520) 836-6325 Cell (520) 280-2766
Email: info@eliterealestatepros.com
Neal Buckner, Broker/Owner, REALTOR®, CDPE
Office (520) 836-6325 Cell (520) 280-2766
Email: info@eliterealestatepros.com
Wednesday, December 21, 2011
New Listing - 2378 E Firerock Drive, Mission Royale, Casa Grande, AZ
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| Mission Royale |
Gorgeous Home located on the golf course in Mission Royale 55+
Community. This 2 BR, 2 BA home has a den and separate desk area.
Beautifully upgraded kitchen with all appliances and wine rack,
ceiling fans, plantation shutters, beautiful back yard overlooking the
golf course has an extended patio with built-in BBQ, come and see for
yourself!
Neal Buckner, Broker/Owner, REALTOR®, CDPE
Office (520) 836-6325 Cell (520) 280-2766
Email: info@eliterealestatepros.com
Tuesday, December 20, 2011
Home for Christmas in Mission Royale, Casa Grande, AZ
Beautiful home in Mission Royale, Casa Grande, AZ
Put this on your Christmas Wish List!!!
Put this on your Christmas Wish List!!!
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| 2413 E Fiesta Drive, Mission Royale, Casa Grande, AZ |
Neal Buckner, Broker/Owner, REALTOR®, CDPE
Office (520) 836-6325 Cell (520) 280-2766
Email: info@eliterealestatepros.com
Friday, December 16, 2011
New Listing - 8815 W Avenida De Amigos Circle #132, Casa Grande, AZ
New Listing
Completely Furnished Secluded Oasis!
Completely Furnished Secluded Oasis!
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| 8815 W Avenida De Amigos Circle #132, Casa Grande, AZ |
Pack your clothes because that is all you need to move into this
affordable, completely furnished condo located in a 55+ community! All
new appliances, new silestone countertops, new heat pump and ac, tile
backsplash in kitchen, leather couches with recliners, 2 car garage
with cooled workshop, private courtyard, the list goes on. Community
features heated pool and spa, golf course, restaurant & bar, golf pro
shop, rec room, you really have to come see this one! Electronics do
not convey.
Neal Buckner, Broker/Owner, REALTOR®. CDPE
Office (520) 836-6325 Cell (520) 280-2766
Email: info@eliterealestatepros.com
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
New Listing Mission Royale - 2441 E Fiesta Drive, Casa Grande
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| New Listing Mission Royale! |
(Click for Visual Show)
Neal Buckner, Broker/Owner, REALTOR®, CDPE
Office (520) 836-6325 Cell (520) 280-2766
Email: info@eliterealestatepros.com
Monday, December 12, 2011
Great Buy - 2413 E. Fiesta Drive, Mission Royale, Casa Grande, AZ
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| Wow!!! Great Buy in Mission Royale $160,000 |
This Casa Clarita model home is located in the popular Mission Royale
55+ Community with many amenities that include Tennis, pool tables,
swimming pool, golfing and much more! Kitchen has silestone
countertops & Profile GE appliances. 16 inch tile throughout except in
bedrooms. **APPLIANCES & WASHER/DRYER CONVEY**
Neal Buckner, Broker/Owner, REALTOR®, CDPE
Office (520) 836-6325 Cell (520) 280-2766
Email: info@eliterealestatepros.com
Monday, September 19, 2011
New Listing 2611 E Desert Wind Drive, Casa Grande
3 Bedroom in Mission Royale 55+ Community
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| $198,000 Click to View the Show |
Neal Buckner, Broker/Owner REALTOR®
Office (520) 836-6325 Cell (520) 280-2766
Monday, June 20, 2011
Casa Grande Real Estate
Elite Real Estate Pros
Neal Buckner, Broker/Owner
Office (520) 836-6325 Cell (520) 280-2766
email: info@eliterealestatepros.com
Neal Buckner, Broker/Owner
Office (520) 836-6325 Cell (520) 280-2766
email: info@eliterealestatepros.com
Do-It-Yourself Home Security Check: 5 Essential Steps
Conduct a do-it-yourself home security check by walking around your house to assess what needs to be done to reduce the risk of a break-in. Read
Tuesday, June 7, 2011
Casa Grande Homes
Elite Real Estate Pros
Neal Buckner, Broker/Owner
Office (520) 836-6325 Cell (520) 280-2766
email: info@eliterealestatepros.com
Neal Buckner, Broker/Owner
Office (520) 836-6325 Cell (520) 280-2766
email: info@eliterealestatepros.com
Whole-House Sound Hath Charms to Soothe the Savage in You
Whole-house sound sets the mood, reduces sound system clutter, and adds value. Run wires behind the walls or go wireless—there’s a system for every budget. Read
Friday, June 3, 2011
Casa Grande Real Estate
Elite Real Estate Pros
Neal Buckner, Broker/Owner
Office (520) 836-6325 Cell (520) 280-2766
email: info@eliterealestatepros.com
If you have big dreams for a vegetable garden, but only a little space, plant intensively — a cheek-by-jowl, double-digging growing technique that yields two to six times the harvest of traditional vegetable gardens. Read
Thursday, June 2, 2011
Casa Grande Real Estate
Neal Buckner, Broker/Owner
office (520) 836-6325 cell (520) 280-2766
email: info@eliterealestatepros.com
Property line disputes needn’t become Hatfield-McCoy feuds. Your property plat should settle the argument. If not, mediators and lawyers can help. Read
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