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The value and power of Activerains Real Estate Network is not measurable in my honest opinion. Your path, story, journey, and experience will be unique and custom to you, only you, and no one else.   The value and power of Activerains Real Estate Network is not measurable in my honest opinion. Your path, story, journey, and experience will be unique and custom to you, only you, and no one else.Today I had the chance to co-host a weekly Zoom session held by my dear friend Debe Maxwell on Activerain. The topic was "Why Activerain" and "What's the value and purpose of blogging?" First, let me say that the attendees and guests on this call made me realize every bit of value that has personally come from this network. I also realized how much more value can and will come from this real estat...
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By Alan May, Home is where the hearth is.
(Jameson Sotheby's International Realty)
Today's post is an effort to dig a little deeper into the proposed NAR settlement.  I know, for many out there, all that they've done is to read the NAR announcement (and for some, they haven't even done that).  I've just gotten through reading through the text of the 108 page settlement itself.  I don't pretend to understand all of it, as I am not an attorney and it's written in some simple leaglese, but still.  I think there were sections where I actually did doze off for a moment or two.  For those of you who'd like to peruse the document... here it is.  Knock yerself out.But here's the stuff I want to relay.  I'd call your attention to a section entitled "Practice Changes".  This is what should impact those of us on the front lines most directly.  And here's my shortened "abbreviate...
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By Endre Barath, Jr., Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002
(Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties)
Back on the Market:  2529 Woodstock Rd Los Angeles CA 90046Directions: Sunset Blvd turn right to Willow Glen Rd continue to Woodstock Rd turn right past the paved Rd on the dirt road first structure is 2529 Woodstock Remarks: Back on the Market, this is truly an exceptional opportunity to purchase this land/project. Ideal for developers, end users, investors or flippers or for an owner user. This fantastic property is located in close proximity to the Houdini Estate. Head up Laurel Cyn to Willow Glen Rd to Woodstock Rd. 8,841 sq ft of down sloped land with a foundation and many more. Vacant panoramic view Land with a structure on it. The property has a foundation and substructure and grading done already. A seasoned developer who knows their way around the city might be able to get the ...
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By Tom Bashe, Your Temecula Valley Expert
(Localist Realty)
Coronado Weekly Market Update March 11th - 17th, 2024 Sherwood RECENTLY SOLD E Avenue | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1040 sq. ft. | $1,199,000 Coronado Shores NEWLY LISTED Avenida Del Mundo | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1375 sq. ft. | $2,965,000 Avenida Del Mundo | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 756 sq. ft. | $1,210,000 Avenida Del Mundo | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1320 sq. ft. | $3,649,000 RECENTLY SOLD Avenida Del Mundo | 3 bedrooms | 3 baths | 1789 sq. ft. | $3,649,000
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By Tom Bashe, Your Temecula Valley Expert
(Localist Realty)
Santee Weekly Market Update March 11th - 17th, 2024 Mission La Vega NEWLY LISTED Mission Viejo Court | 2 bedrooms | 1 baths | 903 sq. ft. | $468,000 RECENTLY SOLD Mission Vega Road | 2 bedrooms | 1 baths | 903 sq. ft. | $470,000 Mission Martinique RECENTLY SOLD Arly Court | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 945 sq. ft. | $520,000 Pepperhill Townhomes RECENTLY SOLD Rancho Fanita Drive | 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1323 sq. ft. | $580,800 Riderwood Village RECENTLY SOLD Kerrigan Street | 2 bedrooms | 1 baths | 800 sq. ft. | $569,000 The Lakes RECENTLY SOLD Palm Glen Drive | 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1247 sq. ft. | $599,000 Palm Glen Dr Unit 6 | 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1088 sq. ft. | $569,000
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By Jeff Masich-Scottsdale AZ Associate Broker,MBA,GRI, Arizona Homes and Land Group/ Buy or Sell
(HomeSmart Real Estate)
Have you feen on the fence and ready to take that JUMP off and into your very own Sunny Phoenix Arizona metro home? (Jump in Arizona by Sasin Tipchai from Pixabay)Sitting on Fence Too Long? Time to Take that JUMP (Photo: Mabe Amber , Pixabay)Sure you have been thinking about the JUMP but now is the time to purchase a home in the Sunny Phoenix Arizona metro area including Scottsdale! Why? Home prices will go up so why wait longer? PLUS, you get to live in a great home in a vibrant community.  Don't put off building wealth over time through your home as it goes up in price in price building equity while you raise your family. Now that is being SMART and who wants to sit on a fence anyway!As your Buyer's Realtor, I track single family detached homes for sale in the Phoenix Arizona metro ar...
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By Benjamin Clark, Buyer's Agent - Certified Negotiation Expert
(Homebuyer Representation, Inc.)
Recent developments regarding real estate brokerage fees harm one party in the real estate transaction far more than the other... The buyer.While those applauding the proposed settlement terms talk about how much of a win this is for consumers, if nothing else changes, the proposed agreement is about as anti-consumer as it can get.Under the imperfect compensation model of the past, buyers were able to have their representation costs included in their purchase transaction. Arguments aside, this is the main reason this model has stood for so long. If no other changes are made in the industry, the proposed settlement terms all but eliminate the low income and first time buyers' ability to operate on a level playing field.Mortgage guidelines, laws and regulations essentially make it near im...
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Costa Mesa Weekly Market Update March 11th - 17th, 2024 Brookview NEWLY LISTED Whitney Way | 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1512 sq. ft. | $930,000 Coral Point RECENTLY SOLD Avocado | 1 bedrooms | None baths | 828 sq. ft. | $575,000 Orleans Townhouse NEWLY LISTED Tustin Avenue | 3 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1334 sq. ft. | $950,000
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Ladera Ranch Weekly Market Update March 11th - 17th, 2024 Charleston Place RECENTLY SOLD Strawflower Street | 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1617 sq. ft. | $894,800
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Newport Beach Weekly Market Update March 11th - 17th, 2024 Belcourt Terrace RECENTLY SOLD Hillsdale Drive | 3 bedrooms | 3.5 baths | 2684 sq. ft. | $1,995,000 Belcourt Towne Collection RECENTLY SOLD Chatham Court | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 2920 sq. ft. | $2,895,000 Corsica Villas RECENTLY SOLD Corsica Drive | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1018 sq. ft. | $899,900 Harbor View Knoll RECENTLY SOLD Hillside Drive | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1473 sq. ft. | $1,349,000 The Bluffs RECENTLY SOLD Vista Entrada | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1455 sq. ft. | $1,599,000 Villa Point NEWLY LISTED Villa Point Drive | 2 bedrooms | 1 baths | 1190 sq. ft. | $1,040,000 RECENTLY SOLD Villa Point Drive | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1250 sq. ft. | $1,049,000
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By MichelleCherie Carr Crowe .Just Call. 408-252-8900, Family Helping Families Buy & Sell Homes 40+ Years
(Get Results Team...Just Call (408) 252-8900! . DRE #00901962 . Licensed to Sell since 1985 . Altas Realty)
Yum! Mark the calendar to visit Dairy Queen to Enjoy a Free Small Ice Cream Cone on Free Cone Day this Tuesday, March 19!Silicon Valley only has one stand alone Dairy Queen franchise, located on Winchester Blvd. at Catalpa, next to Haleh Pastry Cafe, just down the street from Safeway, Dollar Tree and Cinelux Theatres.Expect long lines, especially if the weather is pleasant, as who doesn't enjoy a delicious vanilla soft-serve ice cream cone-especially when it is complimentary?This franchise owner recently celebrated his 45 year anniversary with DQ. It's a family-run operation that is one of our family favorites for burgers, onion rings and vanilla and chocolate soft-serve ice cream treats.Thanks for reading "Dairy Queen Free Ice Cream Cone Day is March 19!"
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By MichelleCherie Carr Crowe .Just Call. 408-252-8900, Family Helping Families Buy & Sell Homes 40+ Years
(Get Results Team...Just Call (408) 252-8900! . DRE #00901962 . Licensed to Sell since 1985 . Altas Realty)
What news was noteworthy on March 19? 1649 – The House of Commons of England passes an act abolishing the House of Lords, declaring it "useless and dangerous to the people of England". 1895 – Auguste and Louis Lumière record their first footage using their newly patented cinematograph.1918 – The U.S. Congress establishes time zones and approves daylight saving time.1931 – Gambling is legalized in Nevada.1941 – World War II: The 99th Pursuit Squadron also known as the Tuskegee Airmen, the first all-black unit of the Army Air Corp, is activated.1962 – Highly influential musical artist, pacifist and songwriter  Bob Dylan releases his first album, Bob Dylan, on Columbia Records label.1965 – The wreck of the SS Georgiana, valued at over $50,000,000 and said to have been the most powerful Con...
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Aliso Viejo Weekly Market Update March 11th - 17th, 2024 Canyon Point BACK ON THE MARKET Oakgrove | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 792 sq. ft. | $619,888 City Walk RECENTLY SOLD Vantis Drive | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 2362 sq. ft. | $1,265,000 Glenwood Village RECENTLY SOLD Rainwood | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1129 sq. ft. | $735,000 Latitudes North RECENTLY SOLD Vantis Drive | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 2362 sq. ft. | $1,265,000 Latitudes South RECENTLY SOLD Vantis Drive | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 2362 sq. ft. | $1,265,000 Montelena RECENTLY SOLD Pamplona | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1118 sq. ft. | $699,000 Passeggio RECENTLY SOLD Lucente Lane | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 970 sq. ft. | $748,000 Seacliff Court RECENTLY SOLD Partridge Lane | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1360 sq. ft. | $749,000 Tiburon BACK ON T...
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By Andrea Bedard, Fluent in Real Estate & German, M.A. ABR ASP CIPS
(Thompson Company, REALTORS® 240.593.2860)
(Dedicated) buyer's agents do A LOT more than just open a few doors. In this series, I'll highlight a few tales from the Real Estate trenches to emphasize just that. The value of a buyer's agent: protecting the client's best interest, part 2I've been working with a loyal investor client for a few years now, and am always on the lookout for him. One morning, a condo in Columbia, MD caught my eye that had been listed just moments prior. Although it had been vacant for some time, with utilities shut off, and needed some TLC, it was priced well below comparable sales (as it should but that's not always the case). My client already owned property in the development and was familiar with the location, condo amenities, and regulations. I knew it would pique his interest, and it did! We schedul...
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By Bob Crane, Forestland Experts! 715-204-9671
(Woodland Management Service / Woodland Real Estate, KW Diversified)
The Wisconsin Woodland Report March 2024 Jefferson County Land; Hunting, Timber, Investments!  Market Snapshot for 20+ Acre Properties     Available Properties Report Price Total Acres $/Acre Original MLS # Status Municipality County $192,360 40.55 $4,744 1971186 Active Koshkonong Jefferson $374,900 45 $8,331 1850576 Active-W/Offer Jefferson Jefferson $580,000 40 $14,500 1832018 Active Ixonia Jefferson $679,000 35.1 $19,345 1843741 Active Watertown Jefferson $679,000 35.1 $19,345 1960582 Active Watertown Jefferson $769,900 29.1 $26,457 1956736 Active Lake Mills Jefferson $769,900 29.1 $26,457 1836403 Active Lake Mills Jefferson $825,000 106 $7,783 1819260 Active Concord Jefferson $995,000 86.2 $11,543 1970254 Active Farmington Jefferson $999,900 28.14 $35,533 1946206 Active-W/Offer Jeff...
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
La Habra Weekly Market Update March 11th - 17th, 2024 La Venezia RECENTLY SOLD Hillandale Avenue | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 738 sq. ft. | $399,900
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By Anthony Acosta - ALLATLANTAcondos.com, Associate Broker
(Harry Norman, REALTORS® )
The Dunhill Where Luxury Meets Legacy in Style.Discover luxury living at The Dunhill, a premier boutique mid-rise condo complex nestled in the heart of Sandy Springs, GA. With just 19 exclusive units, this new 5-story development offers unparalleled elegance and convenience. Strategically situated steps away from the North Springs MARTA Station and a short stroll from Perimeter Mall, The Dunhill provides easy access to GA-400 and Atlanta’s top corporate headquarters. Experience the epitome of Sandy Springs living at The Dunhill, located at 6890 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd. in the Dunwoody neighborhood. From cozy homes to upscale estates, this area caters to diverse lifestyles. With its prime location in Fulton County’s 30328 ZIP Code, residents enjoy access to top-rated schools and convenient...
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By June Piper-Brandon, Creating Generational Wealth Through Homeownership
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Just Opened - Simply Made HereSimply Made Here had its grand opening on Saturday and the shop was all a buzz with shoppers looking for unique finds. And, unique items they found too. All the items in the store are locally sourced and truly unique. You'll find unique jewelry items made from sea glass and other materials, mosaic wall plaques and also decorative resin plaques, items for your pets and your kids, unique Maryland food items and candles, and many other decorative items. There are many Maryland-themed items in the shop too. In addition to the items, there is also a makers studio where they will be holding classes, there are a few on the schedule already - check them out!The shop is conveniently located at 2302 Frederick Rd, Catonsville, MD 21228 on the right side as you drive t...
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