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Real Estate Reads Of The Week

November 22, 2013 By Molly

Happy Friday!

Each Friday we share with you the must-read, real estate news of the week. We’ve got everything you need to know to stay on top of breaking industry news and trends.

Refill your coffee and get reading!

“Reality Check: Florida Housing Market Rebound”

This week, Craig Beggins, owner of CENTURY 21 Beggins in Tampa, FL, spoke with MNI News about the current housing market in Florida. “We’ve been beaten up for the last eight years, but my business is up about 40% this year, and I’m expecting another 40% next year,” Beggins said. Continue reading . . .

“Is Winter The Best Time To Buy?”

Spring and summer are often thought of as the best months to list and sell a home, but could the winter actually be the ideal time? This week MSN Real Estate lists the benefits of selling your home in the off season, as well as the reasons buyers should keep looking through year-end. Continue reading . . .

“6 Quick Tips To Give Your Home More Appeal”

Selling a home can be an extremely stressful process. Between staging your home and having to leave every weekend for several hours for open houses, it’s no surprise that people dread selling their homes -– even when the market is strong and homes are selling relatively quickly. If you’re looking to sell your house and want some quick moves to improve it that won’t ruin your budget, start with these six easy things you can do to freshen up the sight, smell and overall feeling of your home. Continue reading . . .

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Real Estate Reads Of The Week

October 18, 2013 By Molly

Happy Friday!

Each Friday we share with you the must-read, real estate news of the week. We’ve got everything you need to know to stay on top of breaking industry news and trends.

Refill your coffee and get reading!

“The Stream Debuts In New York City Starring The CENTURY 21 Brand”

On Tuesday night in New York City and Wednesday night in Los Angeles the movie The Stream premiered starring the CENTURY 21 brand and our very own agent Rebecca Malek of CENTURY 21 Alliance. The film opens in 20 theaters across the country tonight. Continue reading to find the theater nearest you . . .

“Real Estate Recovery Yields New Field of Opportunities”

This week RIS Media shared a recap of CENTURY 21 CEO Rick Davidson’s speech at the 2013 Real Estate CEO Exchange at New York City’s prestigious Yale Club. He remarked, “There’s no doubt that we’re in the midst of a market recovery, and it feels good to have the wind at our backs. However, as leaders, we need to constantly be thinking about what’s next by anticipating where the market’s headed.” Continue reading . . .

“Foursquare Opens Advertising to Small Businesses”

Agent Genius reported this week that Foursquare has added an advertising platform for small businesses. Are you already using Foursquare to promote your business? Will you proactively advertise to those checking in around your neighborhood? Continue reading . . .

“How To Use Fall Leaves To Your Lawn’s Advantage”

The website Houzz is not only great for home decorating inspiration, but they also provide helpful tips for homeowners. For example, did you know that fall leaves aren’t just meant to be raked into garbage bags? You can use leaves to boost your lawn’s nutrients and health. Continue reading . . .

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Twin Cities Market Update September 2013

October 10, 2013 By admin Leave a Comment

Below is the September 2013 C21® MarketUpdate video. It presents a brief overview of the national real estate market conditions. All market data in this video is taken from NAR’s August Existing Home Sales Report.

This video was produced by the Minneapolis Association of REALTORS. It contains a brief overview of the Twin Cities real estate market. If you would like a more specific market update with a lot more detail, please fill out the form at the bottom of the page.

The Twin Cities real estate market is continuing to improve. The Twin Cities had a 14.5% increase in closed real estate sales compared to last September. Properties listed for sale were down 7.1% compared to a year ago. The medium sale price increased to $195,000 an almost 12% increase.

Homes are selling in an average of 71 days and sellers are receiving 96.5% of asking price. Distressed property sales (foreclosures and short sales) are down to 21.9% from 46.1%.

The combination of lower supply and increased demand are returning the Twin Cities market to a more “normal” market. Stay tuned for next month’s Twin Cities Market Update where we hope to see the trend of year over year improvements continue.

Each market is different. If you would like a market update for YOUR neighborhood, fill out this contact form and we will get back to you right away. We are your local market experts and we are here to help!

Real Estate Reads Of The Week

September 13, 2013 By Molly

Good morning and happy Friday!

Each Friday we share with you the must-read, real estate news of the week. We’ve got everything you need to know to stay on top of breaking industry news and trends.

Grab your coffee and get reading!

“CENTURY 21 Sponsors USA Bobsled Team”

Announced at the CENTURY 21 Leadership conference in Miami, FL this week, Inman News reported, “Century 21 Real Estate LLC, continuing its sports-focused ‘Smarter. Bolder. Faster.’ marketing campaign, is now a sponsor of the U.S. Bobsled and Skeleton Federation (USBSF). A Century 21-branded bobsled, along with branding on all of the team’s sleds, team jackets and speed suits, will accompany the U.S. bobsled and skeleton teams during their participation in the Winter Olympics in Sochi, Russia from February 7 – 23.” Continue reading . . .

“First Time Homebuyer? 5 Items to Cross Off Your List”

Buying a home can be both exciting and overwhelming for the first-time homebuyer. If you’ve decided to take the plunge into homeownership and have already started the search process, make sure you’re not making some common first-time homebuyer mistakes. Your upcoming investment could end up being a bad decision if you overlook some important facts about homeownership and sign that contract before you’re really ready. AOL Real Estate offers five mistakes first time homebuyers need to avoid. Continue reading . . .

“Instagram Hits 150 Million Users – How Are You Marketing Your Business?”

This week Instagram announced they have grown to over 150 million users with over 60 percent of users snapping shots from outside of the U.S. Founded in March of 2010, the company has seen their most dramatic growth of late, acquiring 50 million users in the last six months alone. With roughly 60 million users in America, businesses have flocked to the simple tool to spread their message, host contests, expand their social network and influence, and give consumers a creative way of connecting with brands of all size. That’s a lot of prospective clients. Continue reading . . .

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Real Estate Reads Of The Week

August 23, 2013 By Molly

Good morning and happy Friday!

Each Friday we share with you the must-read, real estate news of the week. We’ve got everything you need to know to stay on top of breaking industry news and trends.

Grab your coffee and get reading!

“Home Sales Surge In July, Despite Higher Interest Rates”

Great news for the market this week as the July 2013 numbers are revealed. Inman News reports, “Existing-home sales increased 6.5 percent to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 5.39 million in July, up from a downwardly revised rate of 5.06 million in June, according to the National Association of Realtors (NAR).” Continue reading . . .

“A Who’s Who Guide To Buying Your First Home”

The home buying process requires a cast of characters – real estate agent, mortgage broker, inspector, appraiser and more. In the helpful piece from MSN Real Estate, learn who the key players are, what role they should have and how to manage it. Continue reading . . .

“What Makes A Dream Home?”

You’ve heard people say, “I’m looking for my dream home,” well, what exactly does that mean? The Wall Street Journal rounded up home experts and psychologists to explore what consumers really mean when they use those two precious words, “dream home.” Continue reading . . .

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Real Estate Reads Of The Week

August 16, 2013 By Molly

Happy Friday!

Each Friday we share with you the must-read, real estate news of the week. We’ve got everything you need to know to stay on top of breaking industry news and trends.

Grab your coffee and get reading!

“The Best Places To Live In 2013”

This week CNN Money shared their list of the best places to live in America. 15 cities made the cut, lead by Sharon, MA, Louisville, CO and Vienna, VA. In addition to Sharon, MA taking the number one spot, two other towns in Massachusetts also made the list – Westford and Shrewsbury. Continue reading . . .

“3 Ways To Revitalize Your Website With Your Existing Blog Content”

Laura Monroe of Inman News wrote a great piece this week about how to use your best blog posts, even ones from years ago, to help refresh your real website. Did you do a great post two years ago about staging? Those tips still apply and your new clients and prospects may really enjoy it. Continue reading . . .

“Tales From A Real Estate Investor: What I Look For In A New Property”

Thinking about buying an investment property? Not sure what questions you should ask while searching? Ali Boone at Bigger Pockets gives excellent advice in her column about the 8 factors to consider when making a real estate investment. Continue reading . . .

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Real Estate Reads Of The Week

August 9, 2013 By Molly

Good morning and happy Friday!

Each Friday we share with you the must-read, real estate news of the week. We’ve got everything you need to know to stay on top of breaking industry news and trends.

Grab your coffee and get reading!

“Home Prices Trending A Fastest Upward Pace Since 1977”

This week CoreLogic reported, “U.S. home prices rose for the 16th consecutive month in June and are trending at the fastest upward pace since 1977.” Including distressed sales, Core Logic’s Home Price Index was up 1.9 percent from May to June and 11.9 percent from a year ago. CoreLogic’s Pending Home Price Index predicts prices increased 1.8 percent from June to July. The five states with the greatest annual home price appreciation (including distressed sales) were: Nevada (26.5 percent), California (21.4 percent), Wyoming (16.7 percent), Arizona (16.2 percent) and Georgia (14.3 percent). Continue reading . . .

“Where The Housing Market Is Hottest: The Top 10 Turnaround Towns”

The market is hottest in California according to Realtor.com, who puts Oakland, Orange County, Santa Barbara, San Jose and Los Angeles on the list of the top 10 turnaround towns in the United States. Are you doing business in California? Are you seeing the market trend upward? Continue reading . . .

“Best Practices: Photography And Your Real Estate Brand”

To successfully sell a home, you need great photos. Though gadgets like smartphones, tablets and tripods make shooting your own photos easier than ever, there are some key considerations to review before you start snapping. Continue reading . . .

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Real Estate Reads Of The Week

July 26, 2013 By Molly

Good morning and happy Friday!

Each Friday we share with you the must-read, real estate news of the week. We’ve got everything you need to know to stay on top of breaking industry news and trends.

Grab your coffee and get reading!

“New Home Sales Surge To A Five-Year High”

This week, Agent Genius reported, “According to the U.S. Commerce Department, new home sales surged to a five-year high in June, despite increasing mortgage rates and decreasing mortgage application volume. After improving 1.3 percent in May, sales of single-family homes rose 8.3 percent in June, the highest level since May of 2008. While June sales marks a welcome improvement compared even to May, the Commerce Department data reveals single-family home sales rose 38.1 percent compared to June of 2012 – the largest increase since January of 1992.” Continue reading . . .

“The Rise Of The Young Home Buyer”

The Wall Street Journal published a piece this week on the rise of the young, luxury home buyer. The article comments, “There is a growing group of wealthy young buyers who are making inroads in the world of high-end real estate, acquiring properties at prices, and at a pace, that brokers say they have never seen before. Real-estate agents say that young people are buying more expensive homes than previously. They are also more likely to buy several properties, and use one as an investment. Buying real estate has grown more attractive, these young buyers say, compared with the stock market, which appears riskier to a generation that entered the workforce during a market correction.” Continue reading . . .

“9 Home Upgrades That Broaden Your Buyer Base”

If you are thinking about listing your home in the future you may be thinking, “Should I make those upgrades before we list? Or should we wait and let the buyers do that when they move in?” MSN Real Estate shared a great article this week all about the pro/con list of this very question. Continue to reading to see the ongoing updates you can make that will add value when you go to list . . .

“Improve Your Real Estate Content Strategy With New Facebook Insights”

Have you noticed changes to your Facebook business page? That’s because Facebook has updated their Insights tools, letting you learn more about who is visiting your real estate page and what content they are liking and engaging with most. Read on to learn how to maximize these new tools and sharpen your Facebook marketing. Continue reading . . .

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