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Summer Fun in Baton Rouge

Looking for something to do with the kids in Baton Rouge?

Look no further...

Summer Camps-- It's not too late to register!

1. A list of 6 summer camps compiled by 225 Mag that are still available for registration

2. YMCA Summer Day Camps

3. Baton Rouge Zoo Camp

4. BREC Day Camps

Teen Programs

1. YMCA Teen Programs

2. Youth Sports

3. "Libraries are more than Just Books..."

4. ACT Practice Test

Events

1. BREC introduces Family Movie Night, Streetball and Dodgeball Tournaments, Family Day in the Park, and more!

2. Family Dive-in Movies!

3. Dog Day at BREC's Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center

4. Toddler Story Time (every Wed. and Thursday at 10:30 AM) and Children's Story Time (every Thursday at 10 AM) at the Library.

5. Louisiana Art and Science Museum presents Jim Hensons Fantastic World (Only until June 22-- Go See Now!)

6. Ringling Brothers & Barnum & Bailey Circus

7. As Always Enjoy the Sun at Blue Bayou Water Park and Dixie Landing Amusement Park and their must see Summer Concerts!

For more Baton Rouge Area Links Visit MaketheHouseCall.Com!

2008 Baton Rouge Homeownership Fair

Don't miss the Louisiana Housing Finance Agency hosting the first ever Baton Rouge Homeownership Fair!

MAKE A HOUSE YOUR HOME!

June 7, 2008 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
2415 Quail Dr.

Baton Rouge was recently ranked number 9 by Money Magazine as one of the Nation's Fastest-Growing Real Estate Markets! Now is the time to buy!

Come by 2415 Quail Drive to speak to me, other realtors, bankers, and real estate professionals about learning how to buy a home!

If you are interested in buying a home this is one thing you will not want to miss!

Come find me at the Fair for any home-buying questions you may have!

After you leave don't forget to "Make the House Call" to begin the search for your dream home!
Toni@MaketheHouseCall.Com or Call (225) 964-6535 for any additional questions!

Have you heard the good news?

Money Magazine just released the top ten fastest growing real estate markets in the nation and Baton Rouge ranks 9th.

10 Fastest-Growing Real Estate Markets

by Money Staff
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
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Yes, even amid the housing crisis, parts of the U.S. are still expected to post price gains in the coming year, according to Money Magazine. Here's where to look.

The housing implosion is nowhere near over. In 75 of the 100 top U.S. cities, prices are expected to fall in the next 12 months according to Fiserv Lending Solutions.

The S&P Case/Shiller Home Price Index, which tracks 20 of the largest housing markets, showed prices plummeting by 12.7% in the 12 months ending February. That's the biggest fall since the index began tracking prices in 2000.

Meanwhile, foreclosure filings more than doubled in the first three months of 2008, spiking 112%. So far this year 156,463 families have lost their homes to repossessions. Many markets won't hit bottom till late 2009 or even 2010.

Pity the residents of Stockton, Calif., whose homes are likely to lose more than half of their 2006 value. But if you happen to live in Texas -- or any of the other cities below -- congratulations: The housing tornado passed you by.

1. McAllen, Texas

12-month forecast: 4%
Median home price: $109,000
One year price change: 2.1%
Five year price change: 23.3%
Change in foreclosure rate: 23%

2. Rochester, N.Y.

12-month forecast: 2.7%
Median home price: $121,000
One year price change: 3.4%
Five year price change: 20.1%
Change in foreclosure rate: 5%

Birminghamnet.com

3. Birmingham, Alabama

12-month forecast: 2.7%
Median home price: $156,000
One year price change: 2.9%
Five year price change: 29.4%
Change in foreclosure rate: 20%

4. Syracuse, N.Y.

12-month forecast: 2.6%
Median home price: $126,000
One year price change: 0.8%
Five year price change: 29.5%
Change in foreclosure rate: 27%

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5. Buffalo/Niagara Falls, N.Y.

12-month forecast: 2.4%
Median home price: $105,000
One year price change: 1.6%
Five year price change: 24.5%
Change in foreclosure rate: 14%

6. New Orleans, La.

12-month forecast: 2.2%
Median home price: $158,000
One year price change: 1%
Five year price change: 43.7%
Change in foreclosure rate: 49%

7. Scranton, P.A.

12-month forecast: 2.2%
Median home price: $128,000
One year price change: 7.2%
Five year price change: 41.1%
Change in foreclosure rate: 8%

Courtesy: Grand Rapids CVB

8. Grand Rapids, Mich.

12-month forecast: 1.9%
Median home price: $124,000
One year price change: -3%
Five year price change: 8.3%
Change in foreclosure rate: 37%

9. Baton Rouge, La.

12-month forecast: 1.9%
Median home price: $170,000
One year price change: 5.7%
Five year price change: 38.3%
Change in foreclosure rate: 14%

From: www.elpasocvb.com

10. El Paso, Texas

12-month forecast: 1.8%
Median home price: $134,000
One year price change: 6.9%
Five year price change: 51.9%
Change in foreclosure rate: 32%

For the full article visit http://money.cnn.com/galleries/2008/moneymag/0805/gallery.resg_gainers.moneymag/index.html