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11-21-09

John Freundner: Virtual Assistant in Bucyrus, OH

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Mobile: (740) 751-9360

Well its been a 2 year break from www.simulatedshowings.com, but I am so ready to start shooting tours again. Everyone at www.realtourvision.com have been great getting me up to speed on all the new technology. I am so excited about RTV TXT Connect technology. If your a realtor and what that edge, this is for you.

I started www.simulatedshowings.com over 3 years ago because I loved taking pictures. I enjoy seeing the smiles of my clients when they see tours that I have created. I am willing to travel thru out the state of Ohio to provide tours.

Get ready I am back, and ready to shoot and blog.

John Freundner

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Thankful for Toledo, Ohio

11-21-09

Connie Johns

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Office: (419) 866-8888 x1732

Mobile: (419) 349-4948

As Thanksgiving fast approaches, it puts me in mind of all the many blessings in my life. One of those things I am thankful for is being born and raised in the Toledo, Ohio area. I have lived in a few places other than the Toledo area but have always from my way back home. It has been 25 years since I found my way back to raise my son here. Having experienced both large metropolitan areas and small towns I always found myself comparing those places to the place I had grown up. While they each had their own charm or amenities, none had all the things that I had taken for granted while living in Toledo and Maumee, Ohio. Did you know that many places charge a fee for using the public library? Were you aware that we have one of the countries top art museums? Who can deny that the Toledo Zoo isn't an enjoyable outing with friends or family? One of the things that I most missed when living away from Toledo was the fantastic metro parks, so many places have nothing like them. I am someone who really enjoys being by the water. I have enjoyed boating, water skiing, fishing, waterside cafes and just sitting with a picnic by the water watching deer, birds and other people soaking up the relaxing atmosphere that comes with being by the Maumee, Ottawa or Portage rivers and the great Lake Erie. Traveling around town, one can take in a ton of history! Imagine how we have walked the same paths as many of out ancestors. Have you visited the many monuments and read the plaques or taken one of the guided tours provided by our park system? What about a visit to the Wolcott House? Or Sauder's Farm? Correct me if I am wrong, but aren't we located a short drive from one of the best amusement parks in the country? One of the last of the drive in movie theatres is in Oregon, Ohio. The Stranahan Theatre hosts top entertainment. Music Under the Stars at the zoo ampitheatre is one of my favorite ways to enjoy a balmy Sunday evening...and it's free! I have always marveled at the array of architechure in our city. My great grandfather was a keystone setter. Have you had the opportunity to check out the train station banquet facilities?

I am thankful that I had the opportunity to experience all of these things and so many more. I am thankful that I was able to raise my family in this friendly town...not too big...and not too small...but just right for experiencing alot of the best life has to offer. What are some of your best memories of Toledo?

I am thankful that I am in a profession that I love and that I am helping others enjoy and experience calling Toledo, Ohio home.

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Central Ohio HUD Listing Statistics for the week of November 20, 2009 - 26 NEW Listings and 20 RE-LISTS!

11-20-09

Susanne Novak, ABR, FIS, GRI - HUD, REO & Investment Specialist

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Mobile: (614) 975-9650

Listing Statistics for Central Ohio HUD Homes for the Week of 11/20/09

Total homes available: 80 (last week: 66)

Owner occupants: 61
All bidders: 19
New listings: 26
Sunday deadline: 15
Relisted/Price reduced: 20

Median Price: $73,500 (last week: $70,000)
Average Price: $75,236 (last week: $71,355)
Highest: $195,000
Lowest: $9,000

Homes less than $50,001: 28 (last week: 24)
Between $50,001 & $100,000: 31 (last week: 27)
More than $100,000: 21 (last week: 15)

Call me TODAY at 975-9650 to see the newest HUD Homes this weekend!

Thanks for reading our Columbus HUD Homes Blog
Posted by: Susanne Novak, ABR, FIS, GRI
Columbus Realtors specializing in
HUD Homes, Shortsales, Investment Real Estate
(614) 975-9650 http://ColumbusOhioHUDHomes.com

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Central Ohio HUD Bidding Results on and 2 Opportunities at Buckeye Lake, Ohio!

11-20-09

Susanne Novak, ABR, FIS, GRI - HUD, REO & Investment Specialist

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Mobile: (614) 975-9650

HUD Homes at Buckeye Lake and Last Week's Bidding Results

Many of the homes available to all bidders, including real estate investors, are outside the Columbus metro area. You should not limit yourself to the City of Columbus or its suburbs when you look for great deals. You can find even better buying opportunities in small cities 20 or 30 miles outside fo Columbus. On today's list you see homes in Newark, Lancaster, Ashley and so forth.

This may not be the time when you are thinking about living at a lake, but that's exactly where we found a couple of HUD homes at a bargain price. Two houses on today's bargain hunter list are at Buckeye Lake. They seem to be great deals.

The first one at 143 Elliott Ave is a small 2 bedroom home listed for only $45,000. It is listed as insured with escrow, so I assume it's in reasonable condition.

11917 Broad St, Millerburg, OH

The other one may offer even more potential. The address is 11917 Broad Street in Millersport. It's a 3 bedroom, 1600 sqft house and has been on the market for more than a month.

Here's my insider tip: HUD will most likely relist this house on Friday for 10% below the current asking price of $70,000. After the relist, HUD should accept offers of $50,000 or even less, especially, if it does not go into contract with an owner occupant.

Now consider this: homes sold for $100 a sqft in this area. The Millersport house could be a tremendous deal with lots of equity, but it also would make a nice rental at a very desireable location.

Here's a summary of the bid results of the Five Gems on the East Side. All of them went in contract for more than asking price!

3578 Creek Meadows Dr, Pickerington, OH
HUGE 4BR/2.5BA 2,396 sqft Asking $150,000
Offer accepted on 11/16/09 for $161,515 - 7.7% above list price

8005 Eurogrey Ct, Blacklick, OH
3BR/2.0 BA 1,220 sqft Asking $99,000
Offer accepted on 11/16/09 for $101,002- 2.0% above list price

7837 Fairfax Loop Dr, Blacklick, OH
3BR/2.5BA 1,808 sqft Asking $113,000
Offer accepted on 11/16/09 for $122,000- 7.9% above list price

4205 Nafzger Dr, Columbus, OH
New Albany Schools, 4BR/2.5BA 1,877 sqft Asking $157,000
Offer accepted on 11/16/09 for $178,000- 13.4% above list price

3169 Thorndyke St, Columbus, OH
4BR/2.5BA 1,972 sqft Asking $101,000
Offer accepted on 11/16/09 for $112,211- 10.9% above list price

Call me at (614) 395-7375 and I will give you my best guess on what I believe HUD will accept.

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ATTN GREATER CINCINNATI AGENTS: Important Professional Recommendation

11-20-09

Linda Wasson

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Office: (513) 505-0545

Some of you may have read a entry on my blog in which I mentioned photographing some exceptional staging work by Sandra Wright with www.wrightchoiceinteriors.com. I have since had the opportunity to work with agent/clients who have engaged Sandra's services for several different listing projects, including a simple consultation with the seller to complete staging services throughout the property. What I admire about Sandra is her firm grasp on staging a house for mass buyer appeal, versus simply redecorating. Sandra knows how to enhance a home's greatest assets and mitigate its weaknesses, and her creativity (even custom designing window treatments and architectural elements) is nothing short of amazing.

Another attribute of note is Sandra's excellent communication skills. She is professional and courteous, able to confidently explain to a seller what needs to be done and she does so with great tact. That's a huge bonus for any listing agent. It takes the agent out of the "hot seat" and addresses items that could impede a sale, and the message is delivered by someone you can trust to be professional and tactful with your client. Sandra actually positions herself as another member of your professional network - enhancing your services, as well as your listing.

I don't write recommendations like this very often, but I am so impressed by Sandra Wright and Wright Interiors I felt compelled to share. Learn more at www.wrightchoiceinteriors.com or call (513) 484-4772.

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