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http://realtytimes.com/rtpages/20111125_holidays.htmShould I Take My Home Off The Market During The Holidays? by Realty Times Staff When you look at your holiday calendars you may find the months already overloaded with seasonal obligations -- shopping, entertaining, children's pageants, charity work, decorating the house, and so much more. If you are also trying to sell your home, you are

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Recently there is news about the First Time Home Buyer credit that you may have received for buying a home in 2008 to 2010.If you were eligible, please know that IRS has been known to make many mistakes on these accounts. There were too many different scenario for them to keep up. The news said 4 million people qualified.Now, IRS may miscalculated yr income tax because of it.Therefore, it is

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Two years ago I took a listing. The house is less than 10 years old, located in a desirable part of town, house size is good for the price we listed.However, the house had been rented before, and the renter left a smoking smell behind... In addition, when owners rented to the past renter, they rented $300-400 below market.Anyway, the smoke smell did not help the listing despite our marketing

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Clark Howard (born June 20, 1955), is a popular U.S. talk radio host of the nationally syndicated consumer advocate program The Clark Howard Show. The show covers consumer and financial news, with advice on how to spend less, save more and avoid rip-offs. The show airs from flagship radio station WSB AM in Atlanta, Georgia.His radio show is on Columbia MO local radio station AM1400 6-9pm.------

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Many non-real estate people believe that once school begin in late Aug., real estate business become slow.However, the truth is, we are quite busy this Fall. I have 3 buyers actively looking to buy, 1 listing sold in 2 weeks, and 1 duplex under contract in 1 week.Again, in Real estate, it's not the location or the price range determine the speed of sale of a property. The main determination is

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http://www.mhdc.com/homes/firstplaceloans/index.htmThe First Place Loan program gives first-time* homebuyers and qualified veterans the edge they need to purchase a home. Affordable interest rates, in combination with additional incentives offered by MHDC, allow prospective buyers to obtain mortgage financing in a competitive market.

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Do-It-Yourself Staging Tips for Home Sellers The buzzword today with residential real estate agents is staging. Staging a home can change a homes atmosphere that appeals to homebuyers and which may bring a higher price and accelerate market time. By adding small decorative touches, rearranging or deleting furniture or creating vignettes a home can look like a professional stager was hired.

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There are many websites offering 'free information'.However, are they worth just what you pay for -- which is nothing?I just checked my home value on Realtor.com, it says my home value is $135000. What a joke!Then I checked Zillow, well, it's better, it says my home is worth $252000.Without physical inspection of any property, it is impossible to accurately estimate its value. Just because a

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From the Chicago post:The spring real estate market is approaching, and this year there is no federal tax credit to get wary buyers off the fence.A recent survey of 3,500 U.S. homeowners and renters conducted for the National Association of Realtors by Harris Interactive found that 60 percent of those who would like to own a house worry about job security and creditworthiness.That said, some

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From the Chicago post:The spring real estate market is approaching, and this year there is no federal tax credit to get wary buyers off the fence.A recent survey of 3,500 U.S. homeowners and renters conducted for the National Association of Realtors by Harris Interactive found that 60 percent of those who would like to own a house worry about job security and creditworthiness.That said, some

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With the record snow in MO -- we had 20" at my house -- we learned that shoveling snow isn't such a easy job.It took Paul, Stephen and I all 3 two hours to clear our driveway.My 14 yr old, Stephen, did make some money clearing driveway for people. Before the snow came, he was excited, because he thought he would make a lot of money.After the snow came, and after he shoveled our driveway plus 2

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I am sitting in the office on this snow day waiting for a buyer to come and make an offer. They are late, so I have some extra time. Hence a long delayed blog finally gets written.How is the market? In the small world of Bunch Real Estate Group, we had 2 closings in Jan. We may have 3 if all go well rest of the day today.We also have 2 scheduled for Feb.In Columbia MO as a whole, we have 114

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http://www.mhdc.com/homes/cal/index.htmCall Boone County National Bank or Flat Branch Mortgage for more detailsCash Assistance Loan (CAL) Helps enable first-time homebuyers in need of down payment and closing cost assistance. Contact a Lender First Place Brochure Contact Us

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Eager homebuyers and nervous sellers are often confused by conflicting news stories, most of which focus upon the more sensational aspects of the housing market and economy. With TV, major newspapers, magazines, and Internet sites bombarding consumers with ever-changing economic news, many are paralyzed in fear of taking action either too soon or too late. Sellers want to know if home

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http://finance.yahoo.com/real-estate/article/110830/where-to-buy-a-retirement-home-for-under-$600-a-month?mod=realestate-buyQuote:For Americans looking to buy retirement property, the historic real estate crash has created all sorts of opportunities. Home prices in 20 major metropolitan areas have declined roughly 28 percent from their 2006 peaks. Meanwhile, government efforts to ramp up

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If you’re a college student, Columbia, Mo., is the 13th best college town of its size in which to live, according to a new ranking. The American Institute for Economic Research’s annual College Destinations Index (CDI) ranks the 75 best towns and cities for college students, according to an analysis of 222 metropolitan statistical areas (MSAs) with student populations of 15,000 or

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The $8000 and the $6500 tax credit came and went.During the last weekend of April, in Columbia Board of Realtor MLS, 54 properties went under contract. That is the highest number I have ever seen.What happens after April 30th, 2010? Well, this week, since Tues. the new pending number went back to about 10 per day.In a 'normal' year, during May-Aug, daily deals made average 10-25 per day.It

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Most home buyers need home loans. All home loans come with a closing cost. I have seen closing cost from $1300 to $4700. Why is the difference so big?Well, one loan officer's quote of closing cost item list is not same as another.To some, closing cost means:-- lender's application fee, underwriting fee, document preparation fee, appraisal fee, flood letter fee, credit report feeTo others, it

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Many people see these 2 terms and think they mean the same.But, ponder a while, do they really?Since I have had the experience working and living elsewhere before coming to USA, I believe making money and building wealth are 2 very different things in USA.I worked and lived in Hong Kong for 10 years before coming to live in USA. The top tax rate is Hong Kong is 15%, and every tax payer enjoy a

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http://www.irs.gov/newsroom/article/0,,id=204671,00.htmlFirst-Time Homebuyer Credit Updated Nov. 6, 2009, to reflect new legislation — more to be added soonNew LegislationNew legislation, the Worker, Homeownership and Business Assistance Act of 2009, which was signed into law on Nov. 6, 2009, extends and expands the first-time homebuyer credit allowed by previous Acts. The new law:Extends

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http://www.irs.gov/newsroom/article/0,,id=206291,00.htmlFirst-Time Homebuyer Credit Questions and Answers: Basic Information Updated Nov. 6, 2009, to note new legislation. The new legislation extends and expands the first-time homebuyer credit allowed by previous Acts. The new law:extends deadlines for purchasing and closing on a home authorizes the credit for long-time homeowners buying a

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FWD: from Eleanor Thorne, Cary Mortgage Loans, Cary, NC --------------------------------------------------------Right now, there are 5 bills being presented in Congress which either extend or expand the current $8,000 first time home buyer tax credit which expires December 1, 2009.The bills are:Senate Bill S1230 - the Home Buyer Tax Credit Act of 2009 - introduced by Senator Johnny Isakson (R-GA

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陳寧：買房子 正是時候記者阮叔梅密蘇里州哥倫比亞市報導March 14, 2009 12:00 AM | 17 觀看次數 | 0 0 評論推薦: | 電郵給朋友 | 打印在密州哥倫比亞市從事房屋仲介業的陳寧認為，房價下跌、低利率、聯邦政府津貼等因素，都極有利於購屋者。 記者阮叔梅／攝影在密州哥倫比亞市從事房屋仲介業的陳寧認為，房價下跌、低利率、聯邦政府津貼等因素，都極有利於購屋者。 記者阮叔梅／攝影slideshow經濟不景氣，全美各地房地產價格普遍下跌，加上低利率、聯邦政府津貼，有些房屋仲介業者認為，目前買房，正是時候。在密州哥倫比亞市從事房屋仲介業的陳寧表示，為了刺激經濟，聯邦政府日前推出優惠方案，凡是首次購屋者，購屋時間為2009年1月1日至2009年11月30日之間，均可獲得聯邦政府8000元的津貼﹔首次購屋者的定義為過去三年未擁有自用住宅的消費者。陳寧說，許多法拍屋價格慘跌，

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It is really getting busy in Columbia MO.We now have 8 under contract. 4 will close in April, 3 will close in May, 1 in Oct.2 more new listings coming soon also.Too busy to blog these days.

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Got first maintenance bill, about $400. So the 4 plex gets $475 per unit for rent, but maintenance almost cost the rent of 1 unit.Hopefully this is just the start up cost, and things will go smoother from here. 2 units needed almost all the screens replaced, another unit needed dishwasher work. Once these are repaired, they should be good for a while.I hope.

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It has been a great week. 2 listings got offers and are now under contract. One was only on market for 10 days.Both should close in end of April.

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Over the weekend, I have heard this comment 3 times.Well, it really is not the location or the age that decide that, it is the price.No matter a 50 year old house or a 2 year old house, no matter a house in best school district or in the far end edge of town, how fast it sells really depend on its price comparing to houses similar to it. If the house across the street with same age, same size

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Here is a quick and rough data:We currently have 226 single family homes priced between $50,000 to $250,000 under contract in Columbia school district in MLS.Of these 226, 66 were on market less than 30 days.The longest on market day is over 700 days.Why some sold in 1 day, while others take 700 days?In my experience, first factor is price. No matter the age and location of the house, if it is

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We finally closed on our 4-plex. Previous owner owed taxes plus mortgage, and etc. We finally agreed on a price that they and we both had to pay more to get the deal done.As it happened, the day we closed, I had a friend who had a friend needed a place to live for 1-2 months. So we rented to them. 3 of the 4 units were already rented, although March rent has not been paid. Previous owner was

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A very useful website:http://www.remodeling.hw.net/costvsvalue/index.html

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This past weekend we had 24 properties under contract in Columbia MLS system. One of Paul' buyer is one of them. Paul also has a condo under contract verbally, which is not included in the 24 count.One thing worth to note is that 3 of the 24 are in the $300k price range. So the outlook for the higher price home in the Columbia MO market is looking good this year.

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From Columbia Business Times:--------------------------------------------------Local foreclosures on record pace; However, numbers still small proportion of property totalby Jacob BarkerNovember 28,2008Tom Schauwecker, Boone County’s assessor since 1989, and Greg Harmon, a veteran real estate agent, are both authorities on the subject of foreclosures. Both say they’ve never experienced anything

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http://decoratornextdoor.blogspot.com/Tuesday, March 3, 2009This Might Be The YearAn interview with Ling Bunch, RealtorHouse of Brokers

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In the CBOR MLS, 17 homes went under contract over the weekend.I had a closing on Friday, Feb 27th. It was a relaxing weekend for me, I did not work much at all, other than surfing the internet.Buyers are like tulips, they pop up out of no where when Spring comes around.

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Weather is still cold but home buyers have gotten out of their hibernation. Over the weekend, in the MLS, 22 properties went under contract. That is a bigger number than I have seen in a long time.One of them is our listing in Hallsville, $191500. There were almost a bidding war on that! And in the beginning I thought it might be hard to sell.Paul and I both had open houses. The house I was

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I had 4 opportunities to work with buyers buying foreclosed properties in 2008.Foreclosed properties can be good deals for the buyer, but not always. I have seen foreclosed properties listed for higher price than normal market price. The owner of foreclosed properties are often not in town, and do not know the local market well. They normally use a local real estate agent, but not always.

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One of Paul's listing got a full price offer. They may even get 2 full price offer. It's a 5 acre land with a 5 yr old house. House is not big or fancy, but there are also 2 large workshop/barn. A lot of men's dream place, I guess.

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http://gb.news.sina.com/us/singtao/104-103-102-102/2009-02-14/06273636631.html国会13日通过的7870亿元经济刺激案，将从多个方面惠及普通百姓，从子女上学，购买新车，购置第一处住房，到改善住宅能效，纳税人都能享受到某种程度的税务优惠。 　　不过振市案通过后，美国政府2009年赤字额将达1.6万亿元，历年总赤字额则高达10.7万亿元，令全美人均负债3.6万元。子孙后代将面临税率增加和公共服务减少的境遇。以下为该案主要内容，所有条款有效期均为两年。 　　薪资红包6月起发 　　自2009年6月起，每位在职个人每周薪酬支票可少扣税约13元，截至年底共退税400元，夫妻可享受退税800元。2010全年，个人每周退 税额降至约7.7元。年收入低于7.5万元的个人和不足15万元的夫妻可享受全额退税，年收入低于10

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IRS has updated the 5405 form to reflect the $8000 First Time homebuyer tax credit today. http://www.irs.gov/app/picklist/list/formsInstructions.html?value=5405&criteria=formNumber

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This morning I took a class at CBOR (Cloumbia Board of Realtors) to learn about this program.Details are here:http://www.gocolumbiamo.com/Planning/Housing_Programs/homepro.phpCurrent income limits are as follows:Family Size Lower Income 1 person $34,7002 persons $39,7003 persons $44,6504 persons $49.6005 persons $53,5506 persons $57,5507 persons $61,5008 persons $65,450How does the program work?

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Just this morning, Paul's buyer lost a duplex in a bidding war. When price is low enough, buyers are fighting for them.Somehow I don't hear those on the evening news.

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http://money.cnn.com/2009/02/13/real_estate/homebuyer_tax_credit_finalized/index.htm?postversion=2009021712

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In the past 10 days, I saw 2 bidding wars in our office. One house was $149900, and had 3 interested parties. Another house was $172900, and had 2 full price offer.Humm, spring is coming...

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Feb 16, 2009Today I found Orange Roughy on sale at HyVee for $4.49 for 12 oz pack. These are our favorite fish. Kids love fish and rice -- the Chinese way.今天Hyvee海鲜减价， 罗非鱼 $4.49/12oz.Shrimp is on sale too, $9.99 for a 2 lb bag, pre-cooked, and shelled.冰冻熟虾仁9。99/2磅。It's close to Lent time, I guess that is why seafood are on sale.

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Paul started some tomato seeds. He is trying to grow Abraham Lincoln tomato this year.I am thinking of starting some lettuce and some Chinese baby bok choi.

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When these first became available, Paul got several boxes -- total of 30 bulbs I think -- when they were on sale at WestLakes.Well, over the past 2 yrs, our experience was that about 10% of these burn out faster than they promised.The good news is, Westlake would take them back without receipts. A clerk there told us we are not the only ones returning them. Enough people are returning them so

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We have 4 rentals, renting from $500 to $720/month. After managing them ourselves for about 3 yrs, we turned it to a management co. Well, he is worth his charge! After he took over, for the first time, all 4 are rented, and 1 of the 4 even had a rent increase.Our yearly gross rent income (before taxes, insurance and expenses) over property purchase price is a little less than 10%. But

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中文

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I have been research everyday to get the details about this. Here is what I found so far:From the Wall Street Journal: Congress slightly increased to $8,000 an existing $7,500 credit for first-time homebuyers and eliminated repayment provisions. Congressional negotiators said that $8,000 number isn’t yet finalized… The new credit is retroactive to Dec. 31, 2008, which means that anyone who buys

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