Recent Blog Posts

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By Tom Bashe, Your Temecula Valley Expert
(Localist Realty)
Hemet Weekly Market Update May 5th - 11th, 2025 Lincoln View BACK ON THE MARKET Sharp Drive | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1384 sq. ft. | $270,000 RECENTLY SOLD Sharp Drive | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1140 sq. ft. | $249,000 Seven Hills RECENTLY SOLD Seven Hills Drive | 3 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1470 sq. ft. | $325,000
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I have a friend selling her house in California, and she must have said to me, at least five times, "I wish you could sell this house for me!"  I wish I could, too! But I'm a Washington real estate agent, not California. The good news is I was able to help her understand a lot of what I consider to be Real Estate 101. But of course, she doesn't know the things I know. I've been doing this for over 21 years now. This is the very first home she's ever sold.Here were some of her questions: Is it normal to have an agent come with the paperwork already filled out and expect you to sign right then? Is it normal to have a 6-month contract? Is it normal to pay both my agent AND the buyer's agent? What she was really asking is, "Is this typical? Am I being taken advantage of? Can I trust this pe...
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By Tom Bashe, Your Temecula Valley Expert
(Localist Realty)
Murrieta Weekly Market Update May 5th - 11th, 2025 Arroyo Viejo NEWLY LISTED Princessa Court | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1196 sq. ft. | $449,888 Madison Park Villas NEWLY LISTED Madison Avenue | 3 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1232 sq. ft. | $420,000 North Oaks BACK ON THE MARKET Springvale Lane | 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1428 sq. ft. | $473,888 Ridgegate BACK ON THE MARKET Paseo De Oro | 2 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1922 sq. ft. | $440,000 Sonrisas at Murrieta RECENTLY SOLD Davenport Way | 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1630 sq. ft. | $427,000 Villas at Old School House RECENTLY SOLD Millbrook Way | 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 1654 sq. ft. | $539,000
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By GilbertRealtor BillSalvatore, Realtor - 602-999-0952 / em: golfArizona@cox.net
(Arizona Elite Properties )
Check out this link from our local Realtors + MLS, below for the newest homes to come on the market.           Chandler Arizona homes for sale today         YOUR   Latest activity in the VALLEY of the SUN For ALL your Valley AZ Real Estate Needs PHONE   Bill   at   602-999-0952 Text          Bill   at    602-999-0952 Email       Bill    at BillSalvatore.teamiii@gmail.com  Read other YVP Blogs here For more information, Call or Text: 602-999-0952eMail: golfarizona@cox.netBill Salvatore / Arizona Elite PropertiesYour Valley Property TeamResidential Sales, Marketing, and Property Management Selling Arizona for more than 20+years#ChandlerRealtor #SellmyGilbertHome #SellmyChandlerHome, #ThebestRealtorinGilbert, #ThebestRealtorChandler, #AZVHVHelpingArizonaHeroes, #NewConstructionAdvantage #...
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By Will Hamm, "Where There's a Will, There's a Way!"
(Hamm Homes)
Prep time is 15 minutes   Cook 4 to 5 hours on low1 large red onion, cut into small this wedges2 12 0z packages frozen cooked Italian meatball1 25 ro 26 oz jar of marinara sauce1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper4 Roma tomatoes, sliced 6 sliced provolone cheese, quartered24 cocktail buns, split1.  Place onion wedges in a 3/12 or 4 quart slow cooker.  Top with frozen meatball.  In a medium bowl combine marinara sauce, balsamic vinegar, and crushed red pepper, Pour over meatballs.2.  Cover and cook on low heat for 4 to 5 hours.3.  Gently stir mixture in cooker.  Place a tomato slice and quartered cheese slice on bottom half of each cocktail bun.  Top each with a meatball; replace bun tops.  Makes about 24 sliders. 
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By Joe Manausa - Tallahassee, FL, Tallahassee Real Estate
(Joe Manausa Real Estate)
2058 Thomasville Rd, Tallahassee, FL Click here to Get Directions$400000 4 Beds - Photos Maps & Local Schools Print Remodeled Duplex in the heart of Tallahassee! This charming and cozy duplex has been tastefully updated with ample parking and easy, walkable access to Midtown, local parks, and shopping. Great opportunity for investors or homeowners that want to live on one side, rent the other. Outstanding opportunity for income production for gameday weekends, too! Follow This Home
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By Tom Bashe, Your Temecula Valley Expert
(Localist Realty)
Lake Elsinore Weekly Market Update May 5th - 11th, 2025 Sycamore Landing NEWLY LISTED Joy Street | 1 bedrooms | 1 baths | 602 sq. ft. | $259,000 Vista Del Lago NEWLY LISTED Park Point Avenue | 2 bedrooms | 2 baths | 1141 sq. ft. | $385,000
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By GilbertRealtor BillSalvatore, Realtor - 602-999-0952 / em: golfArizona@cox.net
(Arizona Elite Properties )
Check out this link from our local Realtors + MLS, below for the newest homes to come on the market.                      Gilbert Arizona homes for sale today        YOUR   Latest activity in the VALLEY of the SUN For ALL your Valley AZ Real Estate Needs PHONE   Bill   at   602-999-0952 Text          Bill   at    602-999-0952 Email       Bill    at BillSalvatore.teamiii@gmail.com  Read other YVP Blogs here For more information, Call or Text: 602-999-0952eMail: golfarizona@cox.netBill Salvatore / Arizona Elite PropertiesYour Valley Property TeamResidential Sales, Marketing, and Property Management Selling Arizona for more than 20+years#ChandlerRealtor #SellmyGilbertHome #SellmyChandlerHome, #ThebestRealtorinGilbert, #ThebestRealtorChandler, #AZVHVHelpingArizonaHeroes, #NewConstructionAd...
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By Jeff Masich-Scottsdale AZ Associate Broker,MBA,GRI, Arizona Homes and Land Group/ Buy or Sell
(HomeSmart Real Estate)
Want yet another reason to buy a Phoenix Arizona area home with a guest house or casita? Hint, family coming for a visit...(Photo jwskks5787, Pixabay)Do you know the 3 Day rule for guests in your home? Well it similar to a fish after 3 days in your refrigerator, the water creature gets a little fishy, slimy and undesirable. Now, we love our in-laws, cousins, old college friends and Uncle Harry or even, dare I say it, Mom and Dad. However after 3 days of sharing kitchen, private spaces, refrigerator and bathrooms did I say things can get a little fishy or gamey?3 Day Rule for lazy house guests (photo: DNE, Pexels)Well what does one do on the fourth day of a 3 day visit for guests that like to visit you often in the sunny Phoenix Arizona metro? It is understandable that you are not crazy ...
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By Margaret Rome Baltimore 410-530-2400, Sell Your Home With Margaret Rome
( HomeRome Realty 410-530-2400)
When a potential qualified client expresses interest by saying,  "Let's go look at houses," it’s important for me as a real estate broker to guide them through a thought process that makes sure they’re truly ready for the journey ahead.When is the Right Time to Start House Hunting? There needs to be a clear plan before diving into the exciting world o  f home tours. If you're a homeowner, we need to discuss whether selling your existing home is in the cards before making that new purchase. I understand that juggling two moves can be daunting, especially for families with children and pets.Take a moment to assess your situation. Ask yourself if you’re prepared to sell your current home and buy a new one simultaneously. A great way to gauge that readiness is to think about what it would t...
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By John Martino
(lookSmart Home Inspections, LLC)
Purchasing a home is probably the largest financial moves a person can make. Buying a home is exciting and can be stressful. During the process it’s easy for home buyers to make mistakes during the negotiation process. As a NJ home inspector, I have seen buyers make many mistakes missing out on savings, overlooking red flags or just putting themselves in a poor position because they let emotions dictate their moves when buying a home.As a New Jersey home inspector, I’m not a real estate agent. I don’t benefit from the sales price of the home in any way. My job is to represent the buyer and report on the condition of the home at the time of the home inspection verbally and in written form. Over the years I have watched lots of transactions come together or break apart. I have been expose...
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By Michael Wayne Jackson, Broker - Seniors Real Estate Specialist Novato
(Luxe Places International Realty)
 Take advantage of this upside opportunity to build additional homes on this lot. 50 acre lot with two existing immaculate homes already built. 
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By Peter Mohylsky,, Call me at 850-517-7098
(Property Management International-Destin)
This video examines the 2025 US housing market using data from Fannie Mae's Home Price Expectations Survey and Economic and Strategic Research Group. Key points covered:- Analysis of projected home price growth for 2025 (3.4%) and 2026 (3.3%), comparing it to 2024 (5.8%).- Breakdown of projected mortgage rates for the end of 2025 (6.3%) and 2026 (6.2%) and their impact on affordability.- Discussion on the importance of reliable data sources like Fannie Mae compared to sensational headlines.- Strategic actions for first-time homebuyers, current homeowners, and real estate investors based on these projections. FNMA’s Latest Forecast Please remember to "like" the post and the video on YouTube too! Thank you. 🏡  Link to all homes for sale in Tallahassee 📺 Subscribe To The Joe Manausa Real ...
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By Dana (Lerner) Sparks, Satisfying You with Service Innovation & Education
(Maximum One Realty - Managing Broker)
The Georgia Association of REALTORS (GAR) will release their midyear revisions to the GAR Contract Package on 6/1/25. This video covers the 2025 Midyear Revisions to the Brokerage Agreements. Stay tuned for more videos continuing in the series of Midyear Changes to the GAR Contract Package.Dana Sparks, Broker, Maximum One Greater AtlantaDana@MaximumOneRealty.com
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By Wanda Kubat-Nerdin - Wanda Can!, Southern Utah's Preferred Real Estate Agent.
(Red Rock Real Estate (435) 632-9374)
Happy Mother's Day From Southern Utahhhh! 🌼🌸🌺 A special shout out to all the ladies out there who have held, inspired or mentored a child in order to help them achieve their full potential. We are all strong, independent women in our own right and I am extremely honored to know you and to be a part of your online lives. Here is an ode to my mom in heaven: Nature Made by My MomMy mom had a gardener’s heart,Planting good in me from the start.Showing me sunshine, inspiring dreams. She helped me believe thru faithful means. She sheltered me during inclement storms, Teaching me to stand on my own set of norms. Discerning the difference between right and wrong,Guiding a direction that remains with me all life long.I'm garden grown, nature made, her love will live on you see,Hope mom feels the...
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By NextDay Inspect, Residential Home Inspections & Environmental Tests
(NextDay Inspect)
Ensuring Your Family's Health: The Critical Role of Water Testing for Safe Drinking Water Clean and safe drinking water is essential for our overall health and well-being. Water testing plays a crucial role in ensuring that the water we consume is free from harmful contaminants that can jeopardize our health. In this article, we will explore the importance of water testing in maintaining clean and safe drinking water, the potential risks associated with contaminated water, and how regular testing can help us identify and address any issues to protect ourselves and our families. Importance of Water Quality Testing Water quality testing is crucial for ensuring that the water we drink is safe and clean. By testing the quality of our water sources, we can identify any potential contaminant...
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By Dorie Dillard Austin TX, NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones
(Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899)
What do you do when you’re about to turn 50? If you’re my incredible daughter-in-law Erika, you run 50 miles from 8 PM to 8 AM and call it your “50 for 50” challenge! She mapped out a 4-mile loop around her neighborhood and committed to running one lap every hour, finishing each in 45–50 minutes to allow a quick 10–15-minute rest before heading back out. It was equal parts gutsy, inspiring, and just a little wild! She mapped out a 4-mile loop around her neighborhood and committed to running one lap every hour, finishing each in 45–50 minutes to allow a quick 10–15-minute rest before heading back out. It was equal parts gutsy, inspiring, and just a little wild! But Erika didn’t run alone. Her tribe showed up in full force! Friends made shirts, crafted signs, decorated a golf cart, rang c...
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By Joe Manausa - Tallahassee, FL, Tallahassee Real Estate
(Joe Manausa Real Estate)
This video examines the 2025 US housing market using data from Fannie Mae's Home Price Expectations Survey and Economic and Strategic Research Group.Key points covered:- Analysis of projected home price growth for 2025 (3.4%) and 2026 (3.3%), comparing it to 2024 (5.8%).- Breakdown of projected mortgage rates for the end of 2025 (6.3%) and 2026 (6.2%) and their impact on affordability.- Discussion on the importance of reliable data sources like Fannie Mae compared to sensational headlines.- Strategic actions for first-time homebuyers, current homeowners, and real estate investors based on these projections.FNMA’s Latest Forecast Please remember to "like" the post and the video on YouTube too! Thank you. 🏡  Link to all homes for sale in Tallahassee 📺 Subscribe To The Joe Manausa Real Est...
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By Eileen Burns 954.483.3912, FLorida Real Estate Connector
(Trans State Commercial Realty Inc. )
 Hollywood Beach, FL 33019 Luxury Condos March 2025 Market Report 4 closed salesdays on market 151 Inventory up 27%30% new listings4 pending sales You can make your own memories here in the sand or on the waterfront.The Hollywood Beach Broadwalk is great for walking, jogging, biking, skateboarding, restaurants, live musical events and salt air!There are 67 counties in the State of Florida.  Driving from Jacksonville to Hollywood will take you 6 hours!We are a very big State with lots of opportunities.Would you like a beach home?a Lake home?a private oasis?a single family home?a sky residence condo style?a townhome?new construction?We have it all!Miami International airport, Fort Lauderdale International and Palm Beach airports.   Private jet landings available as well as executive airpo...
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