Grand Blanc, MI

Sept. 2009

Genesee County, MI - Angie Ridley, owner of Complete Realty, LLC, has been awarded the National Association of REALTORS^®' Green Designation, the only green real estate professional designation recognized by NAR.

Angie Ridley achieved this prestigious designation after completing 18 hours of course work designed specifically for REALTORS^®. The courses were created in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team of industry experts from across the country; ensuring designees gain comprehensive knowledge of green homes and buildings and issues of sustainability in relation to real estate. Angie is currently the only EcoBroker Certified® in the area.

More specifically, Angie Ridley was trained in understanding what makes a property green, helping clients evaluate the cost/benefits of green building features and practices, distinguishing between industry rating and classification systems, listing and marketing green homes and buildings, discussing the financial grants and incentives available to homeowners, and helping consumers see a property's green potential.

"As energy costs rise along with concern for the environment, homeowners are looking for innovative ways to save money and live responsibly," said Dick Gaylord, NAR's immediate past president. NAR's Green Designation was developed in response to growing consumer awareness of the benefits of resource-efficient homes and buildings. The designation helps consumers who care about energy efficiency and sustainable building practices identify REALTORS^® who can help them realize their green real estate and lifestyle goals.

As an NAR Green Designee, Angie has gained the knowledge and the tools necessary to become a trusted green resource for MI's Genesee, Oakland and Lapeer Counties. For more information about Angie Ridley, please visit www.AngieRidley.com or e-mail Angie@AngieRidley.com.

For more information about NAR's newest designation, visit www.greenresourcecouncil.org

Why do I need a home inspection if I'm having an appraisal? Won't the appraiser verify the home's conditon? What's the difference? Who will verify the value? Who will make sure the components to the home are in working condition? This short video should answer those questions and more...

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How's the market? What's up with inventory? How can I sell my home? Are price stable? Are there multiple offers in MI's Genesee, Lapeer, Oakland or Saginaw Counties. Please call Complete Realty, LLC for all your real estate needs... Angie Ridley www.CompleteRealtyLLC.com www.AngieRidley.com 810 744 4600

The US Department of Treasury, under the Making Home Afforable program has outlined a standardized process for short sales and will incentivize both the loan servicer and the borrower. This really takes the short sale program from the dark alleys to the front window.

Foreclosure Alternatives for Borrowers Eligilbe for MHA outlines the process and includes "borrower incentives to cover relocation expenses to homes that are affordable" as well as " incentives for servicers to pursue alternatives to foreclosures".

The long term tax issues were wiped out last year and these new developments make much more sense than foreclosure, and can eliminate "strategic foreclosure" in many instances saving taxpayers and homeowners millions by selling these homes as opposed to them sitting vacant.

Borrowers also benefit by not having a foreclosure on their credit history and avoid totally nuking their credit score.

Give us a call 888.767.3380 or email info@changingstreets.com if you are interested in avoiding foreclosure.

There are currently 502 Grand Blanc, MI homes for sale. This is less than a 12 months supply which is coming down. Through the end of July 2008 there were 246 Homes sold in Grand Blanc, vs. 319 Grand Blanc Homes sold this year to date.

The other interesting part is the number of Grand Blanc MI luxury homes sold. While last year only one home listed over $500,000 sold this year three have already closed and another is pending.

January 1- July 30, 2008

Number of Homes Sold in Grand Blanc: 246

Average List Price of Homes Sold in Grand Blanc: $154,742.00

Average Selling Price of Homes Sold in Grand Blanc: $148,044.00

Average Size: 1852 square feet.

January 1- July 30, 2009

Number of Homes Sold in Grand Blanc: 319

Average List Price of Homes Sold in Grand Blanc: $127,323.00

Average Sales Price of Homes Sold in Grand Blanc: $118,558.00

Average Size: 1927

There are some screaming deals when it comes to Homes for Sale in Grand Blanc, over 41 homes are currently on the market for under $50,000 and what you can buy for $200,000 is crazy, (the same house was over $325,000 only 30 months ago).