Defiance, OH

The news this morning - it appears that GM is going to need to file bankruptcy because they couldn't reach an agreement with the shareholders. I'm not putting them down but having a GMAC name attached to our company has become somewhat of a burden. Because we have a GMAC franchise name many people are wondering whether or not we will be affected by all of this. Because GMAC Real Estate was purchased by a profitable company back in September we are happy to announce that we are not affected at all by the problems that GM is going through. The new company is working diligently to get us a new name and a new identity. I am pleased so far with the news the new company is sending out to us, and the support we are being promised. I am even more pleased that we aren't going to have to explain how we're getting through this in the situation GM is in at this time. It's so much easier to say we were purchased last fall by a lucrative company and that a name change is coming. It will be interesting to see what we end up with as a name!

Just got back from our first time at this annual event. My wife & I both met many wonderful people, most of which play an important roll in the real estate transaction. There was great food, great company, and most importantly, great contacts for referral business. Special thanks to InterNACHI (InterNational Association of Certified Home Inspectors) for providing us booth accessories. Also a big congrats to the Realtors who took home cash by spinning our cash wheel - Laurie Merrilat & Chris Ricica, both of ReMax Realty of Defiance, Cindy Gustwiller of AmeraMade Realty in Bryan, and Larry Fillinger of Century 21 Strait Realty of Defiance.

I had the privelege of having a home inspected by Joshua Frederick of Aspec Home Inspections a couple of weeks ago and it was truly a good experience. Joshua did a very thorough inspection on the home and was very detailed in his descriptions to my potential buyers. It was really a nice treat to see that he came prepared with a box of treats, coffee and things to do for the buyers and/or kids for those moments that they had some time to kill.

I think the thing that sold me the most on him and his service was the wonderful email that I received from my buyers on how much they were impressed with his professionalism and his attention to details.

If you're in the need of a home inspection don't hesitate to contact Joshua Fredrick as I give him two thumbs up! His web address is www.aspecresidential.com

Thanks Joshua for a job well done!

It's definitely been a challenging year in real estate, to say the least, here in Defiance, Ohio. The national market media machine has definitely affected how people in our area perceive the current market and we've had to try and buck that trend all year. The national market has consistently described the nation in dire straits, but locally it has not been as depressed as some areas of the country.

The naysayers say that 2009 is going to be as bad or worse, but I am looking forward to 2009 as a time of new opportunities and great bargains. There hasn't been a better time to buy real estate than right now. The interest rates are extremely low, the market is flooded with homes and the pricces are depressed. A person buying a home can get so much more home in today's market than they could have just a couple of years ago.

It's my hope that those of you who read this post will have a blessed new year.

Have a GREAT new year!

Scott

Defiance, Ohio (a.k.a D-Town) is once again growing and proving, once again that it is, "A great place to live", if not the best.

I recently attended an open house/tour with my 9 year old son, Braden, and I was blown away, to say the least. The school's advanced technology and massive size is very, very impressive. This facility will surely provide the staff & resources to bring out the greatest potential in every child's future (including all 4 of mine!). Three of the four old elementary school buildings are already accounted for, including a Senior Center, Catholic School, & City Building.

This new, modern elementary school will surely provide yet another attractive lure for growth in our great city.

See more pics & info here.

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