Recent Blog Posts

The amazing members of ActiveRain produce hundreds of blog posts every single day of the year.  There is a wonderful mix of all things real estate and beyond for your reading pleasure.

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By Charles Stallions, 850-476-4494 - Pensacola, Pace or Gulf Breeze, Fl.
(Charles Stallions Real Estate Services )
In this article:  What Kind of Move Is It? CONUS or OCONUS? Will You Move Yourself? Get Organized! Your Budget and Belongings Make Packing and Unpacking Easier Leaving Your Current Home Research the New Location Finding Your New Home Preparing Kids for a Military Move Military Spouse Employment & Connections Plan for Moving Your Pets  Getting the notification that you have orders for a military move, or Permanent Change of Station (PCS), is undoubtedly an exciting moment! The prospect of new adventures, new surroundings, and new experiences awaits. However, it's natural to feel overwhelmed by the laundry list of tasks that must be accomplished before, during, and after the move.  Whether it’s your first move or your tenth, getting organized and knowing what to expect will help ease some...
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By Will Hamm, "Where There's a Will, There's a Way!"
(Hamm Homes)
Thornton, COSat Mar 23 2024This week the median list price for Thornton, CO is $600,495. Only 22 homes on the market. Median List Price $600,495 Median Price of New Listings $535,000 Per Square Foot $236 Average Days on Market 124 Median Days on Market 14 Price Decreased 27% Price Increased 0% Relisted 0% Inventory 22 Median Rent $2,785 Always available to pick up new clients 
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By Andrea Bedard, Fluent in Real Estate & German, M.A. ABR ASP CIPS
(Thompson Company, REALTORS® 240.593.2860)
Coming up! The best time to sell your Lake Elkhorn home in Columbia, MD. With temperatures warming, turtles sunbathing, trees greening, and people out and about walking, jogging, and biking around Lake Elkhorn, spring is the best time to list and sell your home on or near the lake. The colors are going to be popping in all professional photography which - by the way - should showcase life at the lake and all it has to offer. If you are so lucky to have a home with premium lake views, then you really get to show it off during this time of the year. Interested in selling your Lake Elkhorn home? Let's get in touch! With 20 years in the business, I have the experience and expertise to generate the best offers. It takes more than just a For Sale sign. I will show you how we'll get your home ...
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By Wendi-Mae Davis, CREN, CRS, GRI, SRES, Broker Associate, Counselor
(Future Homes & Real Estate)
Just Listed! Charming Modern Day "Farmhouse" of Citrus Heights!Join us this Sunday! March 24th, for our Open House from 1 PM to 4PM~Amazing curb appeal!  Spring is here!! Inviting front porch and sitting area...This Modern Day "Farmhouse" is adorable-both inside & out! Is tastefully Updated...Featuring an "Open concept" floorplan-with a convenient dining bar~This leads you to the permitted addition (Plans included) & access to rear Patio, BBQ and yard areas.  Addition is perfect for an Office? Playroom? For Movie time, or Studio? Whatever your heart desires... Storage cabinets, shelving unit and both refrigerators stay...Plenty of side by side-Guest Parking in front, and street parking too!Citrus Heights enjoys proximity to both the bustling city life of Sacramento and the serene beauty...
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Wilshire Corridor Weekly Market Update March 11th - 17th, 2024 Marie Antoinette BACK ON THE MARKET Wilshire Boulevard | 3 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1459 sq. ft. | $875,000 The Dorchester BACK ON THE MARKET Wilshire Boulevard | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1407 sq. ft. | $1,175,000 Wilshire House RECENTLY SOLD Wilshire Boulevard | 3 bedrooms | 5 baths | 5424 sq. ft. | $8,495,000
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By Realtyna Inc, WordPress Real Estate - IDX, RESO Web API, CRM
(Realtyna)
You have a real estate website and get some traffic from search engines.Everything is fine but you don’t know how your users behave on your website, so you configured Google Analytics and collected some useful information.After a while, you might want more, more information, more events, more conversations, etc. But how would you get that?That’s where GTM or Google Tag Manager comes into play, a very advanced tool by Google to set up custom events and organize the data.Let’s talk about this tool, I bet 90% of real estate professionals don’t know about it. If you want to surpass them, continue reading.Why Use Google Tag Manager for RE Websites?It enhances your analytics.Google Tag Manager allows you to gain valuable insights into user behavior on your real estate website. You can track h...
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By Kukun's VP of Analytics Franklin Carroll, Elite client engagement tools and proptech
(Kukun, Inc.)
Generating leads for real estate is crucial for agents and brokers. It can accelerate business growth by connecting them with motivated sellers or buyers. If you are a real estate professional looking for potential clients, this article is for you. We’ll list the best strategies for lead generation in the real estate industry.   What is lead generation in real estate?Lead generation is a method of marketing where you gather personal contact details from potential customers. These prospects could be people interested in buying or selling a home, investors, or those curious about your services as a real estate agent.A potential customer becomes a lead once they initiate communication with your company – either by filling out a form on your website or contacting you directly via phone or e...
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
Koreatown Weekly Market Update March 11th - 17th, 2024 Solair RECENTLY SOLD Wilshire | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1430 sq. ft. | $758,800 Wilshire Boulevard | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1390 sq. ft. | $985,000 The Mercury NEWLY LISTED Wilshire Boulevard | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 710 sq. ft. | $554,000 RECENTLY SOLD Wilshire | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 710 sq. ft. | $438,800
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By Marte Cliff, Your real estate writer
(Marte Cliff Copywriting)
These two words are so close - and yet so far apart. What are the words? Perspective and prospective. When you mix them up, it can throw a huge stop sign in the middle of your real estate marketing message.Just in case you don't already know... Perspective is a noun with a Latin root meaning “look through” or “perceive,” and all the meanings of perspective have something to do with looking.If you observe the world from a child’s perspective, you see through the child’s eyes.In drawing, perspective gives your drawing the appearance of depth or distance.If we say someone “has perspective,” we mean she has a reasonable point of view or a sensible outlook on life.Prospective is an adjective. It indicates that something is expected or likely to happen. If you’re contemplating your future, yo...
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By Roy Kelley
(Retired)
Skate Park Opening Week Cookout Join us for an opening week cookout at the Gaithersburg Skate Park on Friday, March 29 from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Admission is $5 at the door. Food and drinks will be provided. Click here to learn more.This is a City of Gaithersburg, Maryland announcement.Gaithersburg’s 12,300 square foot skate park is designed for skateboards, inline skates and BMX bikes. The park includes ramps and structures suitable for a wide range of skill levels. Some obstacles include an A-frame ramp and rail, mini-half pipe, 7’6” escalator, stairs, pyramid wedge, fun boxes, wall ride, and several quarters and banks of varying heights. All ramps are constructed with a wood frame and Skatelite surface.The Skate Park offers a variety of programming options including group lessons and priva...
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By Dan McElfresh, Your St. Louis real estate & lifestyle guide
(St. Louis Living powered by Narrative Real Estate)
By Dan McElfresh, Your Guide to St. Louis LivingDiscover More About Insurance with GooseheadThe Journey BeginsMy adventure in the insurance world began in 2012 with State Farm. Those early years were foundational, filled with learning experiences and moments of true connection with my clients. I cherished every opportunity to protect what matters most to them. However, as I grew in my profession, I began to see the limitations of being bound to a single insurer's offerings. My clients' needs were as varied as their dreams, and I yearned to provide solutions as unique as they are.A Leap of FaithIn July of 2018, I took what I consider the best decision of my career—I went independent. This transition was not just a change in my professional status; it was a leap towards delivering unparal...
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By Katerina Gasset, Amplify Your Real Estate & Life Dreams!
(The Gasset Group & Get It Done For Me Virtual Services )
  Provo, UT has become a hotspot for Provo home buyers and investors in search of homes with mother-in-law suites due to the increasing demand for these houses. In this comprehensive guide on “Homes for sale in Provo Utah with mother-in-law quarters”, we will explore the reasons behind this growing trend and explain the benefits of owning a home with an accessory apartment. We will also discuss current market trends in Provo, including average time on market and comparisons between various housing options. Additionally, we’ll shed light on how these unique properties can generate income through rental units by understanding prospective tenant profiles and factors influencing rental rates. You will be able to do your home search of properties in Utah featuring mother-in-law quarters avai...
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By Brandon Jordan
(ERA American Real Estate)
I just wrote earlier this week AI Generative Art (activerain.com) talking about how you can prompt the different image generation techniques. This post I want to share with you the video creation side of AI, right now most platforms are short gif like creations with 3 second clips being able to be generated but you can come up with some creative ideas.  The first I started to use this week rolled out video to images I had already made on the platform that I mention earlier this week called NightCafe.https://creator.nightcafe.studio/?ru=cavstheblockfan here is a link to my profile if you would like to take a look. I was able to take this still image and go further into the art with a 3 second video. This is the mp4 that was created with NightCafe Shoshana Zuboff as the Oracle in the Matr...
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By Bill Salvatore - East Valley, Realtor - 602-999-0952 / em: golfArizona@cox.net
(Arizona Elite Properties )
Before making the significant investment of purchasing a home, it's crucial to ask yourself the right questions to ensure you're making the best decision for current you and future you. If you need some guidance on the process, send me a message and let's chat! #realestate #realestateagent #listreports #buying #selling #realestateexpert #homeowner #financehub #dreamhome #homeownership #homebuying #homesearch #buyingahome  
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By Ryan Case, Realtor servicing all of Southern California
(Coldwell Banker Realty)
North Hollywood Weekly Market Update March 11th - 17th, 2024 Bakman Towers RECENTLY SOLD Bakman Avenue | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 664 sq. ft. | $399,950 Laurel Bliss RECENTLY SOLD Laurel Canyon Boulevard | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1060 sq. ft. | $465,000 North Hollywood Terrace NEWLY LISTED Morse Avenue | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 904 sq. ft. | $449,000 Sutton Terrace South RECENTLY SOLD Coldwater Canyon Avenue | 3 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1628 sq. ft. | $615,000 The Artista RECENTLY SOLD Denny Avenue | 3 bedrooms | 3.5 baths | 1762 sq. ft. | $850,000 Villa Casitas RECENTLY SOLD Kittridge Street | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 696 sq. ft. | $345,000
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By Ed Silva, 203-206-0754, Central CT Real Estate Broker Serving all equally
(Mapleridge Realty, CT 203-206-0754 )
Prospect CT Annual Easter Egg Hunt Mar 30, 2024 The Annual Easter Egg hunt will be Saturday, Mar 30 at Hotchkiss FieldThe hunt will start at 11:00 AM sharp and there will be age categories.All are invited to attend but don't be late!Th eggs will not only have candy, but there will also be special mystery eggs with gift cards.    Also, the Fire Department Lady's Auxiliary will be selling easter flowers.Hours are:    Friday   9:00 AM to 3:00 PM                    Saturday 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Come out have some fun and get flowers for those special people in your lives.   Photos from Prospect CT Community Pages Prospect CT Annual Easter Egg Hunt Mar 30, 2024
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By Shayne Stone, "Your Rock Solid Choice Realtor" RETIRED
(HomeSmart)
Steps to a Healthy Lawn: Your Ultimate Guide1. Soil Preparation:Before you start dreaming of a lawn that would make your neighbors green with envy, it’s crucial to address the foundation – the soil. Testing your soil’s pH levels is the first step. Typically, a pH range of 6.0 to 7.5 is considered ideal for a healthy lawn. If necessary, you can adjust the pH by adding lime to raise it or sulfur to lower it. Aerating the soil by removing small plugs of soil will improve water and nutrient penetration, helping your grass roots to breathe.2. Lawn Seeding or Sodding:Now that you have prepared the soil, it’s time to choose your method of establishing your lawn – seeding or sodding. Seeding is cost-effective but takes longer to establish, while sodding offers instant gratification with a highe...
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By Jim Crawford, Jim Crawford Broker Associate Fredericksburg VA
(Long & Foster)
Caroline County VA Real Estate Market ReportCurrent Real Estate Market Conditions Caroline County Virginia Single Family HomesAs of today in Bright MLS* (Our MLS system) March 23, 2024, there are currently 71 homes for sale in the Caroline County Virginia area (Single Family Detached homes.) The high price of the listed homes for sale in the Caroline Co. Virginia area is $1,675,000 and the low price is $105,000.CAROLINE COUNTY VA REAL ESTATE MARKET SNAPSHOTActive Listings: 71 Caroline County VA Homes for SaleComing Soon: 4 Caroline County VA Listings Coming SoonActive Under Contract: 15 Caroline County VA ListingsPending Sale: 52 Caroline County VA Homes
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By Jim Crawford, Jim Crawford Broker Associate Fredericksburg VA
(Long & Foster)
City of Fredericksburg VA Real Estate Market Report March 23, 2024Current Real Estate Market Conditions City of Fredericksburg Virginia Single Family HomesAs of today in Bright MLS* (Our MLS system) March 23, 2024, there are currently 40 homes for sale in the City of Fredericksburg Virginia area (Single Family Detached homes.) The high price of the listed homes for sale in the Spotsylvania Co. Virginia area is $3,695,000 and the low price is $299,000.CITY OF FREDERICKSBURG VA REAL ESTATE MARKET SNAPSHOTActive Listings: 40  City of Fredericksburg VA Homes for Sale Coming Soon: 4  City of Fredericksburg VA Listings Coming Soon Active Under Contract: 6  City of Fredericksburg VA Listings Pending Sale: 13  City of Fredericksburg VA Homes
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By Jim Crawford, Jim Crawford Broker Associate Fredericksburg VA
(Long & Foster)
Orange County VA Real Estate Market Report March 23, 2024Current Real Estate Market Conditions Orange County Virginia Single Family HomesAs of today in Bright MLS* (Our MLS system) March 23, 2024, there are currently 75 homes for sale in the Orange County Virginia area (Single Family Detached homes.) The high price of the listed homes for sale in the Orange Co. Virginia area is $11,929,000 and the low price is $170,000  Cities in Orange county VA include: Barboursville, Burr Hill, Gordonsville, Locust Grove, Montpelier Station, Orange, Rhoadesville, Somerset, Somerset, and Unionville.ORANGE COUNTY VA REAL ESTATE MARKET SNAPSHOTActive Listings: 75  Orange County VA Homes for Sale Coming Soon: 19 Orange County VA Listings Coming Soon Active Under Contract: 31  Orange County VA Listings Pe...
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