I don't know what was going on Tuesday, but as I looked out the window I saw a HUGE bird on the side of my tree....I'd never noticed this type of bird around before so I went out to take a closer look...

As I got closer I realized this was the real life version of WOODY WOODPECKER, LOL! I couldn't get over how large he/she was! After looking it up, it appears this species is the Pileated Woodpecker... It flew from tree to tree pecking here and there, always just out of the way to get a good shot with my camera...

As I was trying to capture a good shot of "Woody", I noticed yet another woodpecker in another tree....Another species which appears to be the Red-bellied woodpecker... I've been here for four years and have to admit I've never seen either of these birds in my neck of the woods, it was a treat! I hope I can get a good shot of the Pileated some day.

Anyway, enjoy! I guess I got a bit wordy with my post, huh? :)

Architectural Styles in Indianapolis

If you know me, you know I'm fascinated by Architecture, old and new, which is exactly why the Architectural Styles course offered by the Historic Landmarks Foundation of Indiana appealed to me so much.  I signed up a couple of months ago for the two hour course so I could get a better handle on the various styles found here in Indianapolis.

Two hours flew by!  It's a shame there were only five of us in attendance, but in actuality I'm happy it turned out that way because I think it gave us an opportunity to ask questions more freely. 

It's amazing...Just as fashion trends are almost always bound to come back in style, I found that homes built around Indianapolis go through the same cycles.  A perfect example of this would be the The Village of WestClay in Carmel Indiana which I wrote about in the past.  These homes are new construction yet they are built to mimic various architectural styles of the past.

As a result of my newfound knowledge, I've decided to create a series of posts that highlight the various architectural styles that can be found here in Indianapolis.  Who knows, maybe there will even be a quiz at the end of the series.  ;o)

Another post of interest related to architecture in Indianapolis is the one I did on The Old Northside of Indianapolis.

If you're interested in seeing what homes of various architectural styles are on the market here in Indianapolis, feel free to give me a call or shoot me an email so we can begin the search for your dream home today!

Indianapolis Real Estate Agent Chanda Barrick Earns REAL ESTATE WEBOGRAPHER^TM Certification.

For Immediate Release

Indianapolis, Indiana. 10-19-2009. Chanda Barrick has successfully completed the REAL ESTATE WEBOGRAPHER^TM certification to join an elite group of real estate professionals who have earned the prestigious certification offered through the National Institute of Webographers, LLC. Chanda has successfully completed 12 courses including: Online Business Strategy, Agent Websites, Single-property Websites, Lead Generation and Management, Virtual Tours, CMA and AVM technology, Neighborhood Search, Online Transaction Management, Electronic Forms, Virtual Assistants, Mobile Technologies and Blogs.

The REAL ESTATE WEBOGRAPHER^TM certification teaches real estate professionals how to increase marketability by determining where to invest resources in order to generate leads, acquire new clients, advertise and facilitate closings.

About Chanda Barrick
Chanda Barrick, a REAL ESTATE WEBOGRAPHER^TM professional, knows how to win more listings, attract buyers by turning a listing process into a marketing process. For more information about the valuable services that I provide to my clients and web-savvy consumers, please feel free to contact me at:

Chanda Barrick
http://www.chandasellsindy.com
chanda[at]chandasellsindy.com

Following paragraph courtesy of the National Insitute of Webographers

About National Institute of Webographers, LLC
Since 2004, The National Institute of Webographers, LLC has specialized in the education, training, assessment and certification of web-based technologies for the Real Estate industry. The REAL ESTATE WEBOGRAPHER^TM Certification (REW^TM) provides consumer-facing solutions, education and training through a series of interactive online courses. Certification, online modules for REALTORS® and Assistants include Agent Websites, Single-property Websites, Lead Generation and Management, Virtual Tours, CMA and AVM technology, Neighborhood Search, Online Transaction Management, Electronic Forms, Blogs, Mobile Technologies, Virtual Assistants, and the Learning Laboratory^TM, where Certificants can access an array of showcased technologies for hands on learning. Available 24/7/365, these courses provide the opportunity for working professionals to learn at their own pace while enhancing the skill sets necessary to compete and excel with today's web savvy consumers. REW^TM professionals provide consumers with a positive and profitable Real Estate experience. For more information regarding The National Institute of Webographers, please visit www.webographers.com or contact Scott Lau at ScottLau@Webographers.com.

Another Indianapolis (Oaklandon) Home Sold

A few weeks ago I wrote a post in regards to how I answered a simple question on Zillow about an Indianapolis home for sale. The result of answering that simple question resulted in submitting a purchase agreement for that particular property. I was a bit skeptical because it seemed waaaaay too easy....

Well as it turns out, my client(s) have been a true pleasure to work with. The couple were originally from Indianapolis and moved to Florida many years ago. Their daughter wanted to buy her first home in her parents' home town...Incidentally in the same neighborhood her father grew up in. They never physically saw the house, but I took quite a few pictures to give them an idea as to the condition the home was in in addition to giving them a feel for the area.

Long story short, the deal officially closed this week. My client is really excited about the purchase of her first home (even though she hasn't seen it in person yet) and she has tons of family up here that are going to help her bring the home back to it's original charm! I do hope they will send me pictures when the rehab is complete.

It just goes to show, simple gestures can turn into grand things!

Crystal, I hope you enjoy your new home!

Broad Ripple Village Real Estate Market Info

Following is the market report for the area known as Broad Ripple Village as of October 5th 2009.

Sales for Broad Ripple Village was down compared to August; however, this is typical as we begin to enter the "slow season" of real estate which is usually during the winter season...

August 2009 total number of sales was up, 8 this year compared to 6 sold in August 2008. The major difference is that the average sales price last year was much higher than prices for this year's sales. The good news is...I suspect sales may pick up before the year is over as many first time home buyers try to find a home in time to claim the tax credit.

Broad Ripple Village is bound by Kessler Boulevard East Drive on the south, North Meridian Street on the west, the White River on the north, and North Evanston Avenue on the east

Broad Ripple Village is an area that is the perfect combination of old and new. Here you'll find homes built anywhere from the 1800's to current date. Broad Ripple has something for everyone with great restaurants, shopping, entertainment, and an emphasis on being active and healthy.

For more information on Broad Ripple and all that it has to offer, please visit the Broad Ripple Village Association home page.

Please feel free to contact me with any questions you may have about the area or if you'd like me to send you the current active listings in the area. I look forward to hearing from you!

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