Blogging today is a blank !
Have you ever thought what the heck am I going to blog about. I mean afterall everything I have to say is what we all know already. Bail outs, meltdowns, seller screaming , some days I just can't take it. I love what I do and when it goes smooth it goes smooth !!!!
Oh yes I know I can blog about myshort sale experiance. I have to say it was smooth as butter !!!!! Yes I mean really it did.
I listed a home in Aragona, Brick ranch with 3 beds no AC and in as is condition. I put a price of 175k on it. This was a VHDA shortsale and it was my first one. with all the short sales you would think there would be more knowledege out there. I spent hours and hours reading blogs and more blogs trying to make sure I get all the loose ends wrapped up. I asked my clients for complete access to the lender I think this was the 1st and best step I could have asked for.
VHDA set an apprasial and the value came in at 170 as it. I lowered the price and with in 2 weeks we got 2 offers both at around 154 one asked for money the other did not. VHDA was very prompt in replying. I was given instructions to the listing the offer and process. It was that simple ! The buyer did there inspections we removed the contigency and closed. It was amazing !!! As a listing agent I expected a night mare I figured the worst, it was such a surprise. The buyer was hapy the seller was happy and both agents were happy.
Now Im off to figure out how to do a shortsale with countrywide, Ocwen, and Citibank. I dont think it is going to be as easy.
Im one happy gal tonight just picked up the closing check and delivered it to the office
What the heck is going on?
Our local newspaper is always doom and gloom. Here we have been run on the roller coaster from up and down great time to buy horrible time to sell. Lower your price; raise your price Im so sick of it. I think I even see some miss information about our market. Our business-planning group does a monthly trend report on what is listed and sold and then we compare from year to year and year today.
We noticed for the 1st month in years this trend showed both listings and sales down. Now is this the start of a new trend? Well be looking again at the June numbers. Will this indicate a stable market or flat market? Now is still an awesome time to buy. Yes I agree sellers are going to have to put a good product on the market well priced an offering more than what they did a few years ago. But guess what when they follow the advice and “fish” the price around these homes will sell. I also do advise my clients if they can hold out 1 year. Let the elections run there course.
I think we are in a slow release of the housing bubble. I don’t think I hear a burst at least not in Hampton Roads. We are pretty luck coastal community, military, and tourist. I think this helps our turn over greatly. The local paper noted that we are -9.4% lower than our median price and -1.1% lower on the median sale price form the prior year. I want to know REALLY should VALUES have ever been as high as they were. What would happen if we have a trend graph of what would have been normal in the past 5 year appreciation and where are the price compared to that? They also stated our listing were up for the year. I’m not sure what report they were using, as out planning session that pulled month end reports from REIN did not see the same numbers. We actually saw a decrease in listings from this time last year and a decrease in buyers.
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Alison Creamer
REMAX Allegiance
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Im a CDPE
( Certified Distressed Property Expert )
http://www.cdpe.com/Community.html
Licensed in April of 2002
ABR April of 2003
Directors Club 2004+ Rose and Womble
HRRA Circle of Excellence 2004 and 2005
Nov. 2006 Joined RE/MAX Allegiance
March 2009 Joined RE/Max First
Joining RE/MAX Allegiance has been one of the most rewarding steps I have taken to enhanced my career. With National recognition and a tremendous amount of technology and experience, this move has taken me to the next level of my career. I look forward to all they have to offer my clients.
I have gained a tremendous level of experience that will help me get through this ever-changing market. I encourage my clients to get involved ask tons of questions and be prepared. I believe this whole process is about freedom of choice and educating the client so they can make the best decision for there lifestyle.
I work in a 2 step process with sellers.
1. Get to know the house and the seller's needs
2. Come back with pricing information and marketing plan
Buyers always receive a consultation 1st. This step is critical in making sure I understand your expectations and give you the best service possible. I will review the contract, addendums, loan good faith and explain how we get from contract to close.
Special areas of expertise.
1. First Time Home Buyers
2. Move Up Homes
3. Virginia Beach , Chespapeake, Suffolk, Norfolk
4. Knowing the difference between the discount company and me !
Look what clients are saying about Alison and her service.
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K. Dooly July 07
So I just wanted to SHOUT TO THE WORLD how great our real estate agent is. Her name is Alison Creamer and she works for RE/MAX in Virginia Beach, VA. If any of you ever move or even think about moving to the area you should totally get in touch with her.
www.alisoncreamer.com
www.Bzibee.com
These are just 2 of the websites that have her information. She is just so awesome. We have lived in and owned our house for 3 years now and she is always catching up with us. She is always making sure we are taken care of an asking if we need anything. She also invites us to the happenings here in Hampton Roads. It's so nice to know that she has all of the resources we need and then some. If we need a repair man or something she knows all the great contractors, suppliers, etc. Most real estate agents deal with you during the purchase of your house and be done with you. Not Alison, she is always sending us a friendly hello and wanting to know how we are doing.
Everyone should have her as a real estate agent.
Kelly
Exeur & Rose D
We would like to say that Alison found the house we wanted, she was very patient. With Alison our needs came first, she made us feel like it was just between friends and not a business deal. Your services helped
us a lot especially since we were new in town, because we didn't know the area much. Thank you we will definitely let all our friends and family know about you.
Kal & Rupal M
Hi Charlie
Just to let you know, Alison was great! She kept in touch with us, listened to our needs, did home searches for us and all that was needed to help find our home. We couldn't ask for anything better. You can count on us to tell everyone Alison!
Brian C
I wanted to thank Alison for all her time and service she provided in helping me find the home I wanted.
Alison made me feel like she wanted to make me happy not just to get paid and that is how I overcame any questionable expectations I had about Realtors. It would be my pleasure to tell everyone about Alison made it happen!
Cynthia C
Alison Coordinated all the details in her service to me finding a home. She was very blunt and honest with me and I really appreciated it and she didn't waste my time. Alison is the deal! Thanks for the way you conduct your business. I have already started tell everyone about you.
Mike & Carol T
Just to let you know, Alison never gave up on us. It took a long time for us to find our home. When we began our house hunt, we talked to a lot of Realtors. Alison was one of the very few who followed up on us a lead, most agents didn't care! Alison did everything she needed to do and found us our home. YOU ROCK! We will definitely tell all we know about you, Thanks again!
Jim T
Alison's patience as we looked for the right property was most important to us. She answered every question and problem we had when buying our new home. Alison's willingness to work with us was the key to success! We would be pleased to refer you to everyone we know, anytime. Thank you Alison for all your help!
Nathan & Crystal - We would like to tell you how great Alison was in assisting us with buying our home. Alison listened to our needs and wants as a home buyer and made the whole process very easy. Alison kept in touch with us giving us the feedback that we were looking for and keeping up with the home searches and everything that goes with buying a home. We give Alison all our gratitude and thanks for all she did for us. We will be glad to let all our family & friends about Alison Creamer
Alison was terrific!
Marcus & Myra K- Alison made it easier than I ever thought. Explained thins on an easy to understand level. She found me us a short term rental while our house was being built, which was very convenient. Over all the service provided was great accessibility. Alison was terrific! We will definitely tell all we know about Alison Creamer
Brian & Frances Y. - Just wanted to let you know that we were treated very well and very, very pleased with Alison in helping us sell our home, she's the best! We felt very informed through the whole process and given very good information about everything.
Thanks for everything Alison!
Eboney G. - I wanted you to know that Alison was very honest about certain homes and communities that we looked at and went through when buying my home. She listened to my needs and answered all my questions. You have a referral with me.
We have already told our family & friends about you.
Glen & Susan W. - The service that was provided to us by Alison was taking care of in all the legal aspects of buying a home. Alison helped us find a home before it was put on the market and snatched up which saved us time, money and hassles. Thanks Alison!
Thanks for everything!
Matt & Kelly D- Just wanted to let you know how much we enjoyed our experience with you. We really loved Alison, she made everything fun and easy for us when we were looking for our home and the purchase of it. The service was great, there is nothing we would change. Every question we had was answered when asked and everything was done on time when we needed it.
The communication was great!
Josh W- , Alison let me know whenever "It" hit the market. You broke any stereotype about Realtors by not smooth talking and being up front. You took care of EVERYTHING... I'm a busy guy! I will be glad to recommend and refer you to all my friends & family. Thanks for all you did!
Alison, she really went the extra mile
I wanted to take this opportunity to say Thanks for all that you did for me and my girls. I moved to Virginia on military orders a divorced mother of two. God knew what I needed most and he called on your heart. Thank you for answering. He used you in a very special way. You're Truly a Blessing. We appreciate your hard work and integrity. Thank you for helping us complete the miracle! God Bless You. Alison, she really went the extra mile in making my biggest financial commitment one of the most memorable and pleasurable experiences. She was assuring, helpful, and knowledgeable. I could tell right away I had made the right decision in choosing Alison.
It is nice to do business with such a professional who seems to really care that my needs were met. Her high energy makes her one of the best that I have met and I'm glad I had the opportunity to meet her and would do it again. Based on this experience with her, I will and I have already recommended her to some friends and family members that will be making Virginia there home as well. Thank you again and if our future calls for another move you will be the first that I call Alison, I wish you continued success in bringing to other families what you have to mine. What started as a contract between two people ended with me having a new friend named Alison Creamer. If you are planning to relocate or if you decide to make the Hampton Roads area your home contact Alison Creamer she is a #1 realtor you can trust to find your dream home. She found me, my dream home.
Your Friend,
Rhonda, Cierra (10) and Cydney(7) Dennis
Outstanding in representing us!
Michael & Christy W- Hi, Alison Creamer was outstanding in representing us when buying our home. She was with us every step of the way. We didn't feel just like clients, but more like friends. We will be glad to tell all our family friends
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