Yay, and congratulations to Emma and Kyle on their successful closing of their new home today.  I was honored to work as their Buyer's Agent and assist them through the process.  I wish them many years of happiness in their new home!  **All personal pictures and images/logos are the property of and copyrighted by Tim Tanz, and may not be reproduced or used without his permission.** I have been representing home buyers and home sellers in the St Louis Metropolitan Area since 1997. I am a Certified Residential Specialist (CRS), Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR), and GRI (Graduate, Realtor Institute). Affiliations: Member St Louis Association of Realtors (SLAR), Member Missouri Association of Realtors (MAR), Member National Association of Realtors (NAR), Member Real Estate Buyer's A... 02/21/2012

The website DSNews.com, just posted an article by Esther Cho titled "Consumer Sentiment Improving, Fannie Mae Survey Shows"    Respondents to the survey expect the home sale prices to increase this year by 1%.  They also felt that home loan interest rates will not rise.  The resulsts of this Fannie Mae National Housing Survey for January 2012 shows this makes four months in a row in which consumer outlooks were positive.  Read the article at: http://www.dsnews.com/articles/consumer-sentiment-improving-according-to-most-recent-fannie-mae-survey-2012-02-08   **All personal pictures and images/logos are the property of and copyrighted by Tim Tanz, and may not be reproduced or used without his permission.** I have been representing home buyers and home sellers in the St Louis Metropolitan ... 02/09/2012

In a recent article by Joann Pan titled "Tech Hiring Trends 2012: What You Need to Know [INFOGRAPHIC]" from the Mashable US & World Website, St. Louis was included in the list of cities slated to have the largest tech job markets in 2012.  What great news for our area!  For more information, visit http://mashable.com/2012/01/29/tech-hiring-trends/ .  **All personal pictures and images/logos are the property of and copyrighted by Tim Tanz, and may not be reproduced or used without his permission.** I have been representing home buyers and home sellers in the St Louis Metropolitan Area since 1997. I am a Certified Residential Specialist (CRS), Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR), and GRI (Graduate, Realtor Institute). Affiliations: Member St Louis Association of Realtors (SLAR), Memb... 02/02/2012

The St. Louis Association of Realtors recently released home sale stats for 2012.  These statistics are a summary of the homes sold in St. Louis County and City, and were compiled to present information to the media and the National Association of Realtors. While the number of homes sold in 2012 were down from both 2009 and 2010, the stats show the number of homes sold compared to 2010 increased every month since June.  Great news! http://www.stlrealtors.com/template-working/site/resources.shtml **All personal pictures and images/logos are the property of and copyrighted by Tim Tanz, and may not be reproduced or used without his permission.** I have been representing home buyers and home sellers in the St Louis Metropolitan Area since 1997. I am a Certified Residential Specialist (CRS)... 01/30/2012

Hoping Everyone had a great Friday and New Year's weekend!  Let's have a great 2012!  This photo was from the annual Balloon Glow this summer in Forest Park.  Festive pic for a festive new year! **All personal pictures and images/logos are the property of and copyrighted by Tim Tanz, and may not be reproduced or used without his permission.** I have been representing home buyers and home sellers in the St Louis Metropolitan Area since 1997. I am a Certified Residential Specialist (CRS), Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR), and GRI (Graduate, Realtor Institute). Affiliations: Member St Louis Association of Realtors (SLAR), Member Missouri Association of Realtors (MAR), Member National Association of Realtors (NAR), Member Real Estate Buyer's Agent Council (REBAC), Member Council of ... 12/30/2011

Hoping Everyone had a great Holiday.  Now on to the New Year and back into the swing of things... **All personal pictures and images/logos are the property of and copyrighted by Tim Tanz, and may not be reproduced or used without his permission.** I have been representing home buyers and home sellers in the St Louis Metropolitan Area since 1997. I am a Certified Residential Specialist (CRS), Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR), and GRI (Graduate, Realtor Institute). Affiliations: Member St Louis Association of Realtors (SLAR), Member Missouri Association of Realtors (MAR), Member National Association of Realtors (NAR), Member Real Estate Buyer's Agent Council (REBAC), Member Council of Residential Specialists (CRS). St Louis Real Estate, St Louis Real Estate Agent, St Louis Realtor... 12/28/2011

Wishing Everyone a very special, safe & enjoyable Holiday Season!  Merry Christmas! **All personal pictures and images/logos are the property of and copyrighted by Tim Tanz, and may not be reproduced or used without his permission.** I have been representing home buyers and home sellers in the St Louis Metropolitan Area since 1997. I am a Certified Residential Specialist (CRS), Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR), and GRI (Graduate, Realtor Institute). Affiliations: Member St Louis Association of Realtors (SLAR), Member Missouri Association of Realtors (MAR), Member National Association of Realtors (NAR), Member Real Estate Buyer's Agent Council (REBAC), Member Council of Residential Specialists (CRS). St Louis Real Estate, St Louis Real Estate Agent, St Louis Realtor, St Louis Rea... 12/24/2011

Wishing Everyone a very special, safe & enjoyable Holiday Season! **All personal pictures and images/logos are the property of and copyrighted by Tim Tanz, and may not be reproduced or used without his permission.** I have been representing home buyers and home sellers in the St Louis Metropolitan Area since 1997. I am a Certified Residential Specialist (CRS), Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR), and GRI (Graduate, Realtor Institute). Affiliations: Member St Louis Association of Realtors (SLAR), Member Missouri Association of Realtors (MAR), Member National Association of Realtors (NAR), Member Real Estate Buyer's Agent Council (REBAC), Member Council of Residential Specialists (CRS). St Louis Real Estate, St Louis Real Estate Agent, St Louis Realtor, St Louis Realty. Click the fol... 12/23/2011

Writing an offer this morning with buyers and then going over a building inspection with some more buyers this evening.  Nothing like last-minute paperwork before the holiday.  I am grateful for the business, though!  What I'm doing today will make my house payment in February!  Wishing Everyone a very special, safe & enjoyable Holiday Season! **All personal pictures and images/logos are the property of and copyrighted by Tim Tanz, and may not be reproduced or used without his permission.** I have been representing home buyers and home sellers in the St Louis Metropolitan Area since 1997. I am a Certified Residential Specialist (CRS), Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR), and GRI (Graduate, Realtor Institute). Affiliations: Member St Louis Association of Realtors (SLAR), Member Miss... 12/22/2011

Building Inspection with my buyers today.  It shouldn't be too bad - it was a gut rehab 8 years ago.  Wishing Everyone a very special, safe & enjoyable Holiday Season! **All personal pictures and images/logos are the property of and copyrighted by Tim Tanz, and may not be reproduced or used without his permission.** I have been representing home buyers and home sellers in the St Louis Metropolitan Area since 1997. I am a Certified Residential Specialist (CRS), Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR), and GRI (Graduate, Realtor Institute). Affiliations: Member St Louis Association of Realtors (SLAR), Member Missouri Association of Realtors (MAR), Member National Association of Realtors (NAR), Member Real Estate Buyer's Agent Council (REBAC), Member Council of Residential Specialists (CR... 12/21/2011

Another dreary day in St. Louis.  At least it's just rain...  Wishing Everyone a very special, safe & enjoyable Holiday Season! **All personal pictures and images/logos are the property of and copyrighted by Tim Tanz, and may not be reproduced or used without his permission.** I have been representing home buyers and home sellers in the St Louis Metropolitan Area since 1997. I am a Certified Residential Specialist (CRS), Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR), and GRI (Graduate, Realtor Institute). Affiliations: Member St Louis Association of Realtors (SLAR), Member Missouri Association of Realtors (MAR), Member National Association of Realtors (NAR), Member Real Estate Buyer's Agent Council (REBAC), Member Council of Residential Specialists (CRS). St Louis Real Estate, St Louis Real ... 12/20/2011

Dreary, rainy Monday here in St. Louis.  Perfect day for staying in and wrapping presents! Wishing Everyone a very special, safe & enjoyable Holiday Season! **All personal pictures and images/logos are the property of and copyrighted by Tim Tanz, and may not be reproduced or used without his permission.** I have been representing home buyers and home sellers in the St Louis Metropolitan Area since 1997. I am a Certified Residential Specialist (CRS), Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR), and GRI (Graduate, Realtor Institute). Affiliations: Member St Louis Association of Realtors (SLAR), Member Missouri Association of Realtors (MAR), Member National Association of Realtors (NAR), Member Real Estate Buyer's Agent Council (REBAC), Member Council of Residential Specialists (CRS). St Louis... 12/19/2011

Beautiful Saturday!  Sun is shining and it will be a great day!  Wishing Everyone a very special, safe & enjoyable Holiday Season! **All personal pictures and images/logos are the property of and copyrighted by Tim Tanz, and may not be reproduced or used without his permission.** I have been representing home buyers and home sellers in the St Louis Metropolitan Area since 1997. I am a Certified Residential Specialist (CRS), Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR), and GRI (Graduate, Realtor Institute). Affiliations: Member St Louis Association of Realtors (SLAR), Member Missouri Association of Realtors (MAR), Member National Association of Realtors (NAR), Member Real Estate Buyer's Agent Council (REBAC), Member Council of Residential Specialists (CRS). St Louis Real Estate, St Louis Re... 12/17/2011

Well, got through my two closings today!  Great deals and happy buyers.  Now I can make my December and January payments on my own home...  Wishing Everyone a very special, safe & enjoyable Holiday Season! **All personal pictures and images/logos are the property of and copyrighted by Tim Tanz, and may not be reproduced or used without his permission.** I have been representing home buyers and home sellers in the St Louis Metropolitan Area since 1997. I am a Certified Residential Specialist (CRS), Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR), and GRI (Graduate, Realtor Institute). Affiliations: Member St Louis Association of Realtors (SLAR), Member Missouri Association of Realtors (MAR), Member National Association of Realtors (NAR), Member Real Estate Buyer's Agent Council (REBAC), Member ... 12/16/2011

Yay!  Accepted contract yesterday evening.  Not closing until February, but at least getting something in the pipeline!  Wishing Everyone a very special, safe & enjoyable Holiday Season! **All personal pictures and images/logos are the property of and copyrighted by Tim Tanz, and may not be reproduced or used without his permission.** I have been representing home buyers and home sellers in the St Louis Metropolitan Area since 1997. I am a Certified Residential Specialist (CRS), Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR), and GRI (Graduate, Realtor Institute). Affiliations: Member St Louis Association of Realtors (SLAR), Member Missouri Association of Realtors (MAR), Member National Association of Realtors (NAR), Member Real Estate Buyer's Agent Council (REBAC), Member Council of Resident... 12/15/2011

Wishing Everyone a very special, safe & enjoyable Holiday Season.  Finished the decorating last evening.  I felt like decorating more than last year, so I have two large trees and 4 smaller ones up.  Not like the 12 or 13 I used to put up, but now have half the space  - and half the energy.  It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas in here... **All personal pictures and images/logos are the property of and copyrighted by Tim Tanz, and may not be reproduced or used without his permission.** I have been representing home buyers and home sellers in the St Louis Metropolitan Area since 1997. I am a Certified Residential Specialist (CRS), Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR), and GRI (Graduate, Realtor Institute). Affiliations: Member St Louis Association of Realtors (SLAR), Member Mi... 12/14/2011

Wishing Everyone a very special, safe & enjoyable Holiday Season. **All personal pictures and images/logos are the property of and copyrighted by Tim Tanz, and may not be reproduced or used without his permission.** I have been representing home buyers and home sellers in the St Louis Metropolitan Area since 1997. I am a Certified Residential Specialist (CRS), Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR), and GRI (Graduate, Realtor Institute). Affiliations: Member St Louis Association of Realtors (SLAR), Member Missouri Association of Realtors (MAR), Member National Association of Realtors (NAR), Member Real Estate Buyer's Agent Council (REBAC), Member Council of Residential Specialists (CRS). St Louis Real Estate, St Louis Real Estate Agent, St Louis Realtor, St Louis Realty. Click the fol... 12/13/2011

Hoping everyone has a great Wednesday!  Showing homes today in Webster Groves.  Showing some new buyers tomorrow, Friday and Saturday who are relocating from South Carolina.  They haven't decided if they are purchasing in Missouri or East of the Mississippi River in Illinois.  I am determined they are going to buy over here... **All personal pictures and images/logos are the property of and copyrighted by Tim Tanz, and may not be reproduced or used without his permission.** I have been representing home buyers and home sellers in the St Louis Metropolitan Area since 1997. I am a Certified Residential Specialist (CRS), Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR), and GRI (Graduate, Realtor Institute). Affiliations: Member St Louis Association of Realtors (SLAR), Member Missouri Association ... 11/09/2011

Hoping everyone has a great Tuesday!  Wrote an offer this past Saturday afternoon with some buyers with whom I've been working since this Spring.  Wrote an offer with another buyer yesterday afternoon.  December might be OK afterall.... **All personal pictures and images/logos are the property of and copyrighted by Tim Tanz, and may not be reproduced or used without his permission.** I have been representing home buyers and home sellers in the St Louis Metropolitan Area since 1997. I am a Certified Residential Specialist (CRS), Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR), and GRI (Graduate, Realtor Institute). Affiliations: Member St Louis Association of Realtors (SLAR), Member Missouri Association of Realtors (MAR), Member National Association of Realtors (NAR), Member Real Estate Buyer's... 11/08/2011

Hoping everyone has a great Friday and Weekend! **All personal pictures and images/logos are the property of and copyrighted by Tim Tanz, and may not be reproduced or used without his permission.** I have been representing home buyers and home sellers in the St Louis Metropolitan Area since 1997. I am a Certified Residential Specialist (CRS), Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR), and GRI (Graduate, Realtor Institute). Affiliations: Member St Louis Association of Realtors (SLAR), Member Missouri Association of Realtors (MAR), Member National Association of Realtors (NAR), Member Real Estate Buyer's Agent Council (REBAC), Member Council of Residential Specialists (CRS). St Louis Real Estate, St Louis Real Estate Agent, St Louis Realtor, St Louis Realty. Click the following image for a... 11/04/2011