Finding the time to search for Springfield real estate is sometimes difficult for home buyers.  Here's a liitle help to get you started search for homes in Springfield Missouri. Springfield Mo Homes - $0 - $100,000  Springfield Mo Homes - $100,000 - $200,000  Springfield Mo Homes - $200,000 - $300,000 Springfield Mo Homes - $300,000 - $400,000  Springfield Mo Homes - $400,000 - $500,000 Springfield Mo Homes - $500,000 and Up         Contact Me Request A Free CMA Request Relocation Information Selling Your Home         08/09/2010

Why Do I List Springfield Missouri Short Sales - I Must Be Nuts! Consulting with another agent today, they ask why I list short sales.  Was I desperate?  Do I like to work long hours with discounted commissions?  Do I ever succeed at closing short sales?  Am I nuts?  Springfield Missouri real estate has SHORT SALES! I answered YES to all the questions.  Yes, I list short sales in Springfield, Ozark, Nixa, Rogersville, Willard, Strafford, Republic, Clever, Highlandville, Forsyth and other towns in Greene, Christian and Taney counties.  I love short sales. Yes, I'm desperate.  Desperate to help sellers that are about to lose their home to foreclosure or struggling to save their homes.  Yes, many of these sellers have lost their jobs, taken a reduction in income, lost a spouse, been tranfe... 08/07/2010

This weekend is the sales tax holiday in Missouri including Springfield, Ozark, and Nixa. Now is is the time to buy your school supplies and not pay any Missouri sales tax. Note that city sales tax still applies in most areas. Republic is participating so there is no tax there. The tax holiday is in effect until midnight August 8th. Items included are school supplies, clothing, home computers and laptops. For a full list of eligible items and more information visit their website at Missouri Sales Tax Holiday. Don't miss out on this opportunity to save money!  08/07/2010

I've been working on a short sale since February of this year.  The first lienholder is owed $145,000.  The second (21st Mortgage) is owed $25,000.  After 3 months on the market at $119,900, I finally received an offer on the home.  I was able to get approval from the first lienholder within 30 days.  The first allowed $3,000 towards 21st Mortgage.  Keep in mind that 21st Mortgage primarily deals in mobile home financing.  However, 21st Mortgage as a "very strict company policy" to not accept anything less than the same percentage loss as the first.  (I know you're all laughing at this).  Since when does ANY second get that much?  Come on....you're the second in line.  You knew that going into it. After two months of negotiating with 21st Mortgage, and retaining an attorney to help us i... 08/06/2010

Springfield Missouri Real Estate Market Statistics July 2010 Sales of homes in Springfield were down in July compared with last year. Absorption rates give a good idea of the supply and demand of homes by price range and neighborhood. The best selling price range for July was $50,000 to $99,000. This is also the price range with the most current listings. Real estate absorption rates in Springfield continue to vary widely by price range.  Values above 26 weeks supply indicate a buyers market while below 26 weeks indicate a sellers market. If you would like to know what the rate is in your neighborhood or specific price range give us a call today! Springfield Missouri Real Estate 08/04/2010

I have found the most AMAZING store in Ozark, Missouri!  National Home Products!  I'd heard about them before, and knew they specialized in mirrors, cabinet hardware, shower doors and closet organization systems, but I had no idea the extent of it. I stopped by their store and met the owners, Andy and Monica Jenisch.  They have been in business since 1985, and have been in their current location since 1997.  Their showroom is located just to the south and east of Lambert's in Ozark.  They were  so nice and took me on a tour of their showroom.  The selection just blew me away!  They also educated me on a few things that I didn't know could be done.  You know the single, solid plate glass mirror many bathrooms have GLUED to the wall over the vanity?  I have that in my master bath, and I'v... 08/04/2010

In the real estate market? We can help you sniff out a good deal on a home  that will make you wag your tail or sit up and beg! No need to teach an old dog a new trick here. We can even help you get your paws on a home with a big backyard for chasing a ball or frisbie and room to bury a bone! If you need to sell a home, we can help you fetch a good price! There are still lots of humans buying homes, even ones with cats!  We are loyal to our clients and promise to always work hard fur you! Now sit; stay; give us a call! Everyone NOSE you need a good REALTOR® to buy or sell a home! 08/04/2010

Springfield MO Foreclosure Properties Weekly Report. 8/02/10 There are currently 137 residential Springfield MO foreclosures, with 52 homes that are listed as under contract. In other words, 38% of the available foreclosed properties are under contract. There are 9 new foreclosure listings this week. New listings are posted weekly and usually sell quickly. If you would like to receive a list of current listings and email alerts of new listings as they hit the market, sign up below! 08/02/2010

One of the things we like to do when we aren't busy selling real estate in Springfield MO is Cardinals Baseball! The Baby Birds, as they are called, are the farm team for the major league Cardinals and have their home at Hammons Field. Its a beautiful field, very professional. Not only is the baseball excellent, they do a good job of keeping the crowd engaged with music and entertainment such as tricycle races, musical chairs, Minute To Win It, etc... If you're new to Springfield be sure to check it out! Its a lot of fun for the whole family. 08/01/2010

The President and Congress have given us a health care reform package that will force people into government-defined health plans and penalize them for paying for services with cash! Missouri’s Proposition C, on the August 3 primary ballot, will protect us from those government mandates by expressly stating that the government may not “penalize citizens for refusing to purchase private health insurance or infringe upon the right to offer or accept direct payment for lawful healthcare services.” Furthermore, the August 3 vote is the FIRST TIME any voters in the country will have the opportunity to vote yes in order to protect their freedom from government regulation.     07/31/2010

This week our pick of the week for Springfield MO is 3655 E Bowman St Springfield MO 65809. Listed for $149,000. This nice all brick home was built in 1996 and is 1588 square feet. There are three bedrooms, two baths, and this home has beautiful mature landscaping. This is a bank owned property. If you are looking for a good deal on a home in Springfield MO, we can help you find it! 07/31/2010

The Ozark Empire Fair in Springfield MO starts today! Grandstand Concerts & Events   Molly Hatchet, Marshall Tucker Band, Atlanta Rhythm Section in concert Fri 7/30/2010 7:00 PM KC and the Sunshine Band in concert Sat 7/31/2010 8:00 PM Rodney Atkins and Gloriana in concert Sun 8/1/2010 7:00 PM Ernie Haase and Signature Sound in concert Mon 8/2/2010 8:00 PM Kellie Pickler in concert Tue 8/3/2010 8:00 PM Joan Jett and the Blackhearts in concert Wed 8/4/2010 8:00 PM Finger Eleven in concert Thur 8/5/2010 8:00 PM Parking: Free Parking before 3pm. After 3pm parking is $4 Buy Tickets Online Hope to see you there! 07/30/2010

10 Tips For Selling Your Own Home In Springfield MO FSBO Putting a “For Sale By Owner” sign in your front yard in Springfield MO guarantees that you will receive a lot of phone calls, but most of them will be from real estate agents trying to get you to list with them. While the thought of not having to pay to an agent may seem appealing, having to go through all of the processes and paperwork involved in selling a home can be overwhelming and will certainly convince most sellers that being a real estate agent isn’t an easy job. The secret to selling a FSBO is to be prepared, and to properly educate yourself about the selling procedures. Many people who try to sell their own homes often give up, and call an agent when they can’t handle the frustration. But others do succeed, mainly bec... 07/30/2010

If you are selling a home in Springfield MO where should you market your home? What works and what doesn't? You might be surprised to learn that some of the tried and true methods don't really work anymore. An experienced REALTOR® can determine the best course of action to market your home in your neighborhood. Here are some important points to consider: Advertising in the newspaper is old fashioned, outdated, and ineffective. It might help the selling agent's ego but the chances of it selling your home are insignificant. Homes magazines, yard signs, flyers, open houses, and similar promotions are also limited in their exposure. So how do people in the Ozarks shop for homes? Almost 90% of SW Missouri homebuyers search for homes on the Internet. That's why TeamKnowles with Keller Willia... 07/29/2010

Springfield MO Real Estate - What Do You Do If You Receive A Low-Ball Offer? Selling your home in Springfield MO is an important milestone in your life. You've taken our advice and made sure the curb appeal is the best it can be. You painted that pink and purple bedroom a neutral color.  You even removed the moose head from the living room wall! Fast-forward 30 days... You've had some showings on your home but no offers yet. Then it happens, a potential buyer comes along and presents a low-ball offer! The nerve! Well, whatever you do, don't simply reject the offer! Here are some tips to turn a low-ball offer into a signed contract. Although you may initially be stunned or offended, don't reject the offer outright. It's easy to get caught up in the emotion of the moment and say the heck... 07/27/2010

Springfield MO Foreclosure Properties Weekly Report. 7/26/10 There are currently 134 residential Springfield MO foreclosures, with 55 homes that are listed as under contract. In other words, 41% of the available foreclosed properties are under contract. There are 8 new foreclosure listings this week. New listings are posted weekly and usually sell quickly. If you would like to receive a list of current listings and email alerts of new listings as they hit the market, sign up below! 07/26/2010

Buying or Selling a home can seem like a TV game show so we're having a little fun with it. We hope you enjoy this post.Everything in bold is the name of a game show!                   Who Wants To Be A Millionaire? Keep in mind in this real estate market you won't Strike It Rich. Once you get an offer you get to negotiate to see if it's a Deal or No Deal. If you reject an offer outright you probably won't get a Second Chance to Beat The Odds. Think Twice and don't Press Your Luck by overpricing your home. Who Do You Trust for good advise? A qualified REALTOR® can help you Pick And Choose a strategy so you can Shoot For The Stars to get your home sold. We can do a market analysis to determine if The Price Is Right and steer clear of The Money Maze. Curb appeal is very important to crea... 07/23/2010

If you are buying a home in Springfield MO, make sure it really meets your needs. Sometimes people get confused as to what they need in a home and may not be aware of some alternatives that may work even better.For example, a lot of people need a home office. Do you really need a separate large office? Depending on how you use it, you may be able to use a bonus room, extra bedroom, or even a cubby area for an office. Jetted tubs are luxurious and look great but in reality they don’t get used very often. A walk-in shower can still be luxurious and get used everyday. Another big issue is folks want a basement in case of storms. It you have a growing family and need the room, a basement is a plus. However, if you are an empty nester and don’t want to bother with the stairs and extra clean... 07/20/2010

Springfield MO Foreclosure Properties Weekly Report. 7/19/10 There are currently 136 residential Springfield MO foreclosures, with 49 homes that are listed as under contract. In other words, 36% of the available foreclosed properties are under contract. There are 4 new foreclosure listings this week. New listings are posted weekly and usually sell quickly. If you would like to receive a list of current listings and email alerts of new listings as they hit the market, sign up below! 07/19/2010

Open House Sunday July 18th 2-4pm Custom Built 4 Bed 3 1/2 Bath on 5 Acres! Overview Maps Photos Features Description Open House $339,000 Single Family HomeFor Sale Main Features 4 Bedrooms3 Bathrooms1 Partial BathroomInterior: 3161 sqftLot: 5.00 acre(s) Location 5779 W. Ruben LaneSpringfield, MO 65802 Open House Sunday July 18th 2-4 Beautiful 5 Bed, 4 Bath Home in Fair Haven Estates, Nixa MO Real Estate! This outstanding all-brick home in beautiful Fair Haven Estates features 3700 sq ft living space with 5 large bedrooms, 4 baths, office and three living areas! The gorgeous kitchen features a large walk-in pantry and beautiful cabinetry. Just off the kitchen is the impressive hearth room with high ceilings & cozy gas fireplace. The luxurious master bath has an oversized-jetted tub & w... 07/18/2010