Battle Ground, WA

Real Estate Market Activity in Battle Ground Washington, December 2009

Earlier this month we logged into the MLS for Vancouver and Battle Ground to obtain a quick snap-shot view of what happened with real estate and home sales within the confines of Battle Ground, in Clark County Washington. Here is what we have to report:

From this quick view we see a modest (8) decrease in the number of Pending transactions, while the number of Sold homes increased by 4; as well as about one year's supply of inventory available at the end of the month. This month the 3rd Party + Pre-Foreclosures + Foreclosures combined are about 33.9% of the Active homes listed (32.3% last month), yet they represent about 41.7% of the homes going under contract (53.1% last month).

Key items we are looking for in a market turnaround are not just an increase in the number of transactions but, an increase in the non-Pre-Foreclosure / Foreclosure category. In our opinion we saw a jump in the opposite direction for that ratio overall in Clark County starting in November, with more fluctuation short-term in Battle Ground

The Chart Below compares Battle Ground Washington Home Sale Prices and Trends with other nearby Towns: Brush Prairie, Ridgefield and La Center Washington - with Battle Ground Home Prices continuing to soften after increasing for the summer months:



If you are looking to sell your home in Battle Ground, Vancouver or another part of Clark County Washington in this challenging market time please call or e-mail us with the details of your situation and we'll customize a marketing plan to get your Clark County Home Sold!

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Definitions:
1) 3rd Party = the sales contract requires the approval of a third party; and includes Short-Sales, Trust Sales, Relocation Company sales, etc.
2) PreForeclosures = aka Short-Sales are homes where the lending bank(s) agrees to take less, allowing a sales transaction to take place.
3) Foreclosures = aka REO's and Bank Owned Homes, already Foreclosed by the Lender(s).
4) PENDING = listed homes that have been marked as under contract by the listing agent during the past 30 days.
5) SOLD = listed homes that have been marked as closed sales by the listing agent in the past 30 days. Note: some of these sold homes may have been "pending sales" for far more than 30 days!

Disclaimer: this information is drawn using custom search parameters from the predominant MLS system covering Vancouver Washington and is not guaranteed to be accurate.

The above information was provided by John Slocum and Kathryn Alexander, recognized as one of the top teams at REMAX Vancouver WA. We hope you enjoy the information in our posts, including videos on real estate and Living in Vancouver Washington and the rest of Clark County.

Thinking of selling your home in this market? We have the insight and passion for selling homes to get you moving!

For Southwest Washington homes and Real Estate in Vancouver WA visit Vancouver Washington Real Estate. If you have an immediate need to search the MLS for Vancouver WA please visit Vancouver WA Homes For Sale

If your interest is in foreclosures, pre-foreclosures (short-sale homes) and Bank Owned Homes in Vancouver WA we have a special search set up for you at Bank Owned Homes Vancouver WA.

Current MLS Market Report for Vancouver WA and Clark County

Real Estate Market Activity in Battle Ground Washington - November 2009

Earlier this month we logged into the MLS for Vancouver and Battle Ground to obtain a quick snap-shot view of what happened real estate wise within the confines of Battle Ground, in Clark County Washington. Here is what we have to report:

From this quick view we see a modest (5) increase in the number of Pending transactions, while the number of Sold homes decreased by Six; as well as about one year's supply of inventory available at the end of the month. This month the 3rd Party + Pre-Forclosures + Foreclosures combined are about 32.3% of the Active homes listed (29.9% last month), yet they represent about 53.1% of the homes going under contract (40.7% last month).

Key items we are looking for in a market turnaround are not just an increase in the number of transactions but, an increase in the non-PreForeclosure / Foreclosure category. In our opinion we jump in the opposite direction for that ratio overall in Clark County, with more fluctuation short-term in Battle Ground

The Chart Below compares Battle Ground Washington Home Sale Prices and Trends with other nearby Towns: Brush Prairie, Ridgefield and La Center Washington - with Battle Ground Home Prices continuing to soften after increasing for the summer months:



If you are looking to sell your home in Battle Ground, Vancouver or another part of Clark County Washington in this challenging market time please call or e-mail us with the details of your situation and we'll customize a marketing plan to get your Clark County Home Sold!

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Definitions:
1) 3rd Party = the sales contract requires the approval of a third party; and includes Short-Sales, Trust Sales, Relocation Company sales, etc.
2) PreForeclosures = aka Short-Sales are homes where the lending bank(s) agrees to take less, allowing a sales transaction to take place.
3) Foreclosures = aka REO's and Bank Owned Homes, already Foreclosed by the Lender(s).
4) PENDING = listed homes that have been marked as under contract by the listing agent during the past 30 days.
5) SOLD = listed homes that have been marked as closed sales by the listing agent in the past 30 days. Note: some of these sold homes may have been "pending sales" for far more than 30 days!

Disclaimer: this information is drawn using custom search parameters from the predominant MLS system covering Vancouver Washington and is not guaranteed to be accurate.

The above information was provided by John Slocum and Kathryn Alexander, recognized as one of the top teams at REMAX Vancouver WA. We hope you enjoy the information in our posts, including videos on real estate and Living in Vancouver Washington and the rest of Clark County.

Thinking of selling your home in this market? We have the insight and passion for selling homes to get you moving!

For Southwest Washington homes and Real Estate in Vancouver WA visit Vancouver Washington Real Estate. If you have an immediate need to search the MLS for Vancouver WA please visit Vancouver WA Homes For Sale

If your interest is in foreclosures, pre-foreclosures (short-sale homes) and Bank Owned Homes in Vancouver WA we have a special search set up for you at Bank Owned Homes Vancouver WA.

Current MLS Market Report for Vancouver WA and Clark County

Lots For Sale in Battle Ground Washington - The Time Is Now!

As the market trend continues along its downward path here in SW Washington, the time has never been better to look for lots for sale in Battle Ground Washington. Inventory is high and developers are looking to move old inventory to free up equity for new projects.

As a buyer, that means that you can buy lots for sale in Battle Ground Washington at a discounted price. The time has never been better to choose that perfect lot, find an excellent builder, and build your custom dream house!

Currently, lots for sale in Battle Ground Washington make up a large part of our listing portfolio. We have everything listed from lots in the prestigious Parade of Homes Neighborhood - Camellia, to 4.5 acre wooded estate lots, to complete platted and approved subdivisions, to 150sh acre mega estate lots!

If you are a builder or a buyer looking to build a special project, you need to call us to help you with your search for lots for sale in Battle Ground Washington. We've got them and we can get you into the best deals available.

Photo credits - Mark Hall all rights reserved - When you choose us to handle your Vancouver WA real estate needs, you choose a team of realtors® who care about you and your family. Buying or selling a home is always more enjoyable when you work with professionals who will listen to your needs and who will work together with you to achieve your objective. We are very familiar with all types a real estate in Clark County and we specialize in Vancouver, Ridgefield and Battle Ground. We are also very experienced with new home and custom home construction having assisted several local builders in selling new neighborhoods in the Vancouver Washington area. Additionally, we have helped numerous families build their own Vancouver WA dream homes. We are dedicated to helping you make intelligent, informed decisions and to providing you with exceptional service. Go to www.ernw.org for more information. See our video here. This post written by Mark Hall all rights reserved. Lots For Sale in Battle Ground Washington

PhoTabulous Friday Fotos - Fixer?

Photo credits - Mark Hall all rights reserved - When you choose us to handle your Vancouver WA real estate needs, you choose a team of realtors® who care about you and your family. Buying or selling a home is always more enjoyable when you work with professionals who will listen to your needs and who will work together with you to achieve your objective. We are very familiar with all types a real estate in Clark County and we specialize in Vancouver, Ridgefield and Battle Ground. We are also very experienced with new home and custom home construction having assisted several local builders in selling new neighborhoods in the Vancouver Washington area. Additionally, we have helped numerous families build their own Vancouver WA dream homes. We are dedicated to helping you make intelligent, informed decisions and to providing you with exceptional service. Go to www.ernw.org for more information. See our video here. This post written by Mark Hall all rights reserved. PhoTabulous Friday Fotos - Fixer?

Real Estate Market Activity in Battle Ground Washington - October 2009

Earlier this weekr we logged into the MLS for Vancouver and Battle Ground to obtain a quick snap-shot view of what happened real estate wise within the confines of Battle Ground, in Clark County Washington. Here is what we have to report:

From this quick view we see an almost 33% Decreas in the number of Pending transactions, while the number of Sold homes decreased by One; as well as about  one year's supply of inventory available at the end of the month. This month the 3rd Party + Pre-Forclosures + Foreclosures combined are about 29.9% of the Active homes listed (26.5% last month), yet they represent about 40.7% of the homes going under contract (27.5% last month).

Key items we are looking for in a market turnaround are not just an increase in the number of transactions but, an increase in the non-PreForeclosure / Foreclosure category. In our opinion we are starting to see a leveling in that ratio overall in Clark County, with more fluctuation short-term in Battle Ground

The Chart Below compares Battle Ground Washington Home Sale Prices and Trends with other nearby Towns: Brush Prairie, Ridgefield and La Center Washington - with Battle Ground Home Prices appearing to soften after increasing for the prior three months:



If you are looking to sell your home in Battle Ground, Vancouver or another part of Clark County Washington in this challenging market time please call or e-mail us with the details of your situation and we'll customize a marketing plan to get your Clark County Home Sold!

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Definitions:
1) 3rd Party = the sales contract requires the approval of a third party; and includes Short-Sales, Trust Sales, Relocation Company sales, etc.
2) PreForeclosures = aka Short-Sales are homes where the lending bank(s) agrees to take less, allowing a sales transaction to take place.
3) Foreclosures = aka REO's and Bank Owned Homes, already Foreclosed by the Lender(s).
4) PENDING = listed homes that have been marked as under contract by the listing agent during the past 30 days.
5) SOLD = listed homes that have been marked as closed sales by the listing agent in the past 30 days. Note: some of these sold homes may have been "pending sales" for far more than 30 days!

Disclaimer: this information is drawn using custom search parameters from the predominant MLS system covering Vancouver Washington and is not guaranteed to be accurate.

The above information was provided by John Slocum and Kathryn Alexander, recognized as one of the top teams at REMAX Vancouver WA. We hope you enjoy the information in our posts, including videos on real estate and Living in Vancouver Washington and the rest of Clark County.

Thinking of selling your home in this market? We have the insight and passion for selling homes to get you moving!

For Southwest Washington homes and Real Estate in Vancouver WA visit Vancouver Washington Real Estate. If you have an immediate need to search the MLS for Vancouver WA please visit Vancouver WA Homes For Sale

If your interest is in foreclosures, pre-foreclosures (short-sale homes) and Bank Owned Homes in Vancouver WA we have a special search set up for you at Bank Owned Homes Vancouver WA.

Current MLS Market Report for Vancouver WA and Clark County