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Portage Lakes Country Lane

Caren Wallace-Portage Lakes Real Estate Agent: Real Estate Sales Person in Akron, OH

country lane

What a welcoming sight here in Portage Lakes, Ohio!
The fall color of these maple trees along the driveway
to the VanDevere farm are the last color of the
season. Portage Lakes is a great place to enjoy the
fall season with the lake as a back drop. The fall will
gently turn to winter when we will eventually see the
lake take a different look as the temperatures drop and
the shimmering waters turn to ice. The skaters will be
out and the snow mobilers will buzz over the ice in
search of a warm place to share a meal and a drink
in one of the cozy establishments along Portage Lakes.
Come out and visit Portage Lakes, you will want to
stay for the lifestyle!!!

Portage Lakes loves the Goodyear Blimp!

Caren Wallace-Portage Lakes Real Estate Agent: Real Estate Sales Person in Akron, OH

blimp

The Goodyear Blimp is a common
sight in the skies over Akron, Ohio.
Portage Lakes sees the blimp often
because they cruise over the lakes
and the Firestone Country Club
during golf tournaments! No matter
how many times you see the blimp
you still get as giddy as a school kid
when you see that familiar airship!

The University of Akron Zips Ranked No.1 In NCAA Soccer

Jon Wnoroski, Summit County Realtor: Real Estate Agent in Green, OH

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The University of Akron men's soccer team has been one of the most productive programs at the university since its inaugural season in 1955. No other program has been ranked among the nation's best at the university through its history. Yes, there have been spurts of greatness at the university among over the years:Go Zips

John Heisman led the Zip's football team to a 12-6 victory over Ohio State in 1896.

Bob Huggins led the Zip's basketball program to several 20 game win seasons

The men's basketball team played in the NCAA tournament and ran into Earl "the Pearl" Monroe as they lost to Winston Salem.

The football team made a played in the Grantland Rice Bowl in 1968 only to be picked apart by a little known quarterback (at that time) by the name of Terry Bradshaw. Of course four super bowl rings later and an illustrious career with the Pittsburg Steelers, everyone knows who Terry Bradshaw is today.

Other sports have had some great accomplishments also. A fraternity brother of mine was part of the University's bowling team that won the national championship in 1968 and the women's program has posted numerous starling seasons over the years.

Soccer BallThe men's soccer team, however has been consistently regarded as one of the nation's best programs and has made 23 NCAA Tournament appearance including seven of the last eight seasons.

As the Head Soccer Coach at Cuyahoga Falls High School in the 70s and 80s I was proud to have one of my players (David Wells) recruited and selected to play for The University of Akron. I watched my young student start every game for The University of Akron from 1986 - 1990 and compete in the National Championship game in Tacoma, Washington during his freshman year.

The University of Akron is considered to be an elite program on the national level and have been near the top of the national rankings for several years. They were the first Mid-American conference team in any sport to achieve a No. 1 national ranking in 2005. They are currently ranked No. 1 nationally and are 19-0 to date. Their 19 wins represents the fifth longest winning streak during a single season in NCAA history as well as a school record for victories.

Those of us who have followed Akron soccer closely over the years are watching intently and hoping that the men's soccer team will bring home a national championship this year. As the top ranked soccer team in the country, The University of Akron has long made its school and followers proud.

Best wishes to coach Caleb Parker and the men's soccer team as they pursue a national championship. Go Zips!

Want to Buy a Real Estate Short Sale?

11-10-09
linda hale
linda hale: Real Estate Agent in West Akron, OH

Want to Buy a Real Estate Short Sale?

When lenders agree to do a Short Sale in Real Estate, it means the lender is accepting less than the total amount due on a mortgage or note.

This can be great for a buyer looking for a deal but comes with its share of problems as well.

  1. First of all, not all lenders agree to accept Short Sales and not all buyers will qualify. (Your pre-approval letter will go a long way here.)
  2. Just because it's a short sale does not necessarily mean it's a good deal. You still have to do your "due diligence." Check comparable sales in your market. Don't' go by list prices. You need to see what similar homes have sold for in the neighborhood.
  3. It is important in any real estate transaction to have proper representation. Remember, the listing agent represents the seller. Real estate commissions are generally paid by the seller so why not have a professional on your side - especially on a Short Sale.
  4. Make sure you make your offer contingent on the Short Sale being approved by the lender within a reasonable time frame. --You don't want to wait around for weeks to find out that the lender won't approve your offer --but you don't want your offer to "die on the table" before the lender has had a chance to read it either.
  5. There is a good chance there will be more than 1 offer presented to the lender so make sure you do your homework and send a qualified offer. Low ball offers may sound great, but a well thought out offer will have a better chance of being accepted.
  6. ALWAYS perform a professional home inspection. Even though the Short Sale lender will probably require an "as is" sale - you still need to know what repairs will be required and how much more it will cost to maintain the home. It may save you $1000's in the long run.

Just a note: I am a REALTOR®, not an attorney, cpa or financial specialist. Writing or accepting an offer on a home is a potentially binding contract and buying a short sale takes extra care and diligence. When in doubt ALWAYS consult the appropriate professional.

Akron Ohio and Summit County Ohio Events Calendar

 Akron Ohio Homes for Sale David M. Childress: Real Estate Agent in Akron, OH

World War 1 ended at the 11th hour on the 11th Day of the 11thmonth in 1918. Germany signed an armistice agreement with the Allies in a railroad car just outside Compiegne, France on November 11, 1918. Check out the listing of community events, click on the link for additional information about the event.

Thank you Veterans for your service to our great country!

God Bless America!


Arts / Theatre / Music
11/9/2009
Monday Morning Painting Group
Fine Art Services/Peninsula Art Academy
11/9/2009
UA Symphony Orchestra
School of Music
11/10/2009
Philip-Lorca diCorcia Lecture
Akron Art Museum
11/10/2009
Cuyahoga Photographic Society
Cuyahoga Valley National Park
11/10/2009
Enameling with Carol Adams
Fine Art Services/Peninsula Art Academy
11/10/2009
Blues and Rock School!
Fine Art Services/Peninsula Art Academy
11/10/2009
Composers Forum
School of Music
11/10/2009
The Bedtime Snack (featured event)
Mountain Rose Concerts
11/11/2009
Dear Gabby
Akron Public Schools - Firestone High School
11/12/2009
Dear Gabby
Akron Public Schools - Firestone High School
11/12/2009
Thursday Movies @ Main
Akron-Summit County Public Library
11/12/2009
Weaving Without a Loom w/Adams
Fine Art Services/Peninsula Art Academy
11/12/2009
Cuyahoga Valley Contra Dance
Cuyahoga Valley National Park
11/12/2009
Global Lens Film Series
Akron Art Museum
11/12/2009
The Life of Young Abe Lincoln
Stow-Munroe Falls Public Library
11/12/2009
Blues @ the Library
Twinsburg Public Library
11/12/2009
The Goat or, Who is Sylvia?
Weathervane Playhouse
11/12/2009
For Better - a wireless comedy
Actors' Summit
11/12/2009
Rachel Roberts
Akron Civic Theatre
11/13/2009
"Whomp the House" Tour
Akron-Summit County Public Library
11/13/2009
The Goat or, Who is Sylvia?
Weathervane Playhouse
11/13/2009
For Better - a wireless comedy
Actors' Summit
11/14/2009
T
Weathervane Playhouse
11/14/2009
Verdi e Puccini
Akron Symphony
11/14/2009
For Better - a wireless comedy
Actors' Summit
11/14/2009
The Goat or, Who is Sylvia?
Weathervane Playhouse
11/15/2009
Global Lens Film Series
Akron Art Museum
11/15/2009
Rock Star Band
Cuyahoga Falls Library
11/15/2009
For Better - a wireless comedy
Actors' Summit
11/15/2009
Just Plain Folk Show (featured event)
Mountain Rose Concerts
11/15/2009
Global Lens Film Series
Akron Art Museum
11/15/2009
FolkNite at PAA
Fine Art Services/Peninsula Art Academy
11/17/2009
Enameling with Carol Adams
Fine Art Services/Peninsula Art Academy
11/17/2009
Rob Zombie
Akron Civic Theatre
11/17/2009
Spinning w/Cris Welch
Fine Art Services/Peninsula Art Academy

Business Events
11/9/2009
Monday Networking Group
Green Chamber of Commerce
11/10/2009
YPN Speaker Series
Greater Akron Chamber
11/12/2009
Economic Outlook 2010
Greater Akron Chamber
11/13/2009
Friday Networking Group
Green Chamber of Commerce
11/16/2009
Monday Networking Group
Green Chamber of Commerce
11/17/2009
Joe Gingo Gives Keynote
Sales & Marketing Executives Int'l (SMEI Akron)

Children Activities
11/12/2009
Magic Lunchbox Story Time
Firestone Park Branch Library

Education
11/9/2009
Introduction to Word 2003
Twinsburg Public Library
11/10/2009
Excel 07-Vlookups, Pivot Table
University of Akron
11/10/2009
Introduction to the Internet
Twinsburg Public Library
11/10/2009
Caring Hearts Support Group
Summa Barberton Hospital
11/10/2009
Diabetes CARE Lecture Series
Summa Barberton Hospital
11/11/2009
Home Inspection Startup
University of Akron
11/11/2009
Waldorf School Tour
Spring Garden Waldorf School
11/12/2009
Social Networking Part 1
Twinsburg Public Library
11/12/2009
Introduction to Word 2007
Twinsburg Public Library
11/12/2009
Miller South Open House
Akron Public Schools - Miller South School for the Visual and Performing Arts
11/13/2009
Learning About Coyotes
Cuyahoga Valley National Park
11/14/2009
Enrichment Day
Akron Zoo
11/14/2009
Underground Railroad
Cuyahoga Valley National Park
11/14/2009
Journey to Jupiter
Cuyahoga Valley National Park
11/16/2009
Conflict Management Workshop
University of Akron
11/16/2009
Intermediate Word 2003
Twinsburg Public Library
11/16/2009
InDesign - CS4 Advanced
University of Akron
11/16/2009
Test Prep: Teen Career Aid
Firestone Park Branch Library
11/16/2009
NASA Image Unveiling
Barberton Public Library
11/17/2009
Social Networking Part 2
Twinsburg Public Library
11/17/2009
Intermediate Word 2003
Twinsburg Public Library
11/17/2009
Healthy Heart Lecture Series
Summa Barberton Hospital

Festival
11/14/2009
Park Place Pop-ins
Cuyahoga Valley National Park

Fundraiser / Benefit
11/9/2009
PTP Wine Tasting
Progress Through Preservation
11/9/2009
Folk n Comedy Benefit
Summit County Songwriters Circle
11/14/2009
Holiday Craft Bazaar
Bailey Road Christian Church
11/14/2009
Rummage Sale
Humane Society of Greater Akron
11/14/2009
Poker/Euchre Tournaments (featured event)
Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
11/14/2009
St Martha Silent/Live Auction
Saint Martha Parish
11/14/2009
Rollergirls "Flair Affair!" (featured event)
Rubber City Rollergirls
11/17/2009
Relay For Life of Twins-Maced
American Cancer Society

Health
11/9/2009
Yoga with Thia
Twinsburg Public Library
11/10/2009
FREE Hearing Screening
South Pointe Hospital, a Cleveland Clinic hospital
11/10/2009
Caring Hearts Support Group
Summa Barberton Hospital
11/10/2009
Reverse Heart Disease
Stow-Munroe Falls Public Library
11/10/2009
Diabetes CARE Lecture Series
Summa Barberton Hospital
11/11/2009
Coping with the Holidays
Hospice & Palliative Care of VNS, Center for Loss and Hope
11/12/2009
Author: Save $ on Healthcare
Barberton Public Library
11/13/2009
Kids and Holiday Grief
Hospice & Palliative Care of VNS, Center for Loss and Hope
11/14/2009
Heartsavers CPR Course
South Pointe Hospital, a Cleveland Clinic hospital
11/17/2009
Memory Screening Day
Akron General & Hospice of VNS
11/17/2009
Healthy Heart Lecture Series
Summa Barberton Hospital

Lecture / Workshop
11/9/2009
Basic QuickBooks Lessons 1 & 2
Small Business Development Center at the Summit Medina Business Alliance
11/10/2009
Human Trafficking Workshop
Battered Women's Shelter/Rape Crisis Center
11/11/2009
Physician Lecture Series
Stewart's Caring Place
11/12/2009
Tea Leaves/Coffee Grounds
Theosophical Society in Akron
11/14/2009
Computer Class: InternetSafety
Barberton Public Library
11/16/2009
Basic QuickBooks Lessons 3 & 4
Small Business Development Center at the Summit Medina Business Alliance

Literary
11/12/2009
Adult Book Discussion
Firestone Park Branch Library
11/16/2009
Teen Book Club
Twinsburg Public Library

Membership Meetings
11/17/2009
SMFCC Membership Luncheon
Stow-Munroe Falls Chamber of Commerce

Religious
11/13/2009
Cross Talk - Champion Series
The Chapel
11/14/2009
Strength For Our Journey
The Chapel
11/15/2009
Pre-Cana Days
Loyola of the Lakes Jesuit Retreat House

Special Events / Holiday
11/10/2009
Veterans Celebration
Hospice & Palliative Care of Visiting Nurse Service
11/12/2009
Family Fun Fest
Akron Public Schools - Perkins Middle School
11/13/2009
Holiday Open House
Hatties Cafe and Gifts
11/13/2009
Annual Holiday Wine-Tasting
Cuyahoga Valley National Park
11/14/2009
Wreath Making Workshop
Summit County Historical Society
11/14/2009
Holiday Open House
Hatties cafe and Gifts

Sports & Recreation
11/13/2009
Wii Bowling
Firestone Park Branch Library
11/15/2009
Hiking in Cuyahoga Valley
Cuyahoga Valley National Park

Other
11/10/2009
PS2 Gaming Session
Barberton Public Library
11/10/2009
PARF Club Meeting
Pioneer Amateur Radio Fellowship
11/12/2009
Summit Lake Legal Aid Clinic
Community Legal Aid Services
11/15/2009
Hudson Exotic Bird Show (featured event)
NE Ohio Bird Show
11/17/2009
Anime Club
Barberton Public Library