STUART — Billy and Karen Vaughn have a bench near the front door of their home that spells out in mosaic Chief Petty Officer Aaron C. Vaughn's service as a Navy SEAL, and the way the many small stone pieces form a whole remind his mother that many people shaped the life of her now-dead son.
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PORT ST. LUCIE — The ramps of Skate City, the skateboard complex in Whispering Pines Park, have rumbled with the sound of wheels on wood for the last time.
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Starting Oct. 1, Citizens Ins. won’t cover high-risk-area sinkholes unless a buyer pays half the cost of an inspection.
NAR says the number of sales under contract dipped 1.2% in Aug. – but rose 7.7% compared to Aug. 2010.
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Hello and welcome to This Month in real estate. I’m Jay Papasan.
Our top story: One of the top things buyers are looking for in their next home.
But first, the numbers.
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And now, our top story: according to KW research, one of the top features that buyers are looking for in their next home purchase is an affordable price. Surprisingly, price sometimes even outranks location for the number one spot.
Homeowners who keep their house well-maintained can expect smaller repair bills when it comes time to sell—which can mean a more competitive list price.
For more, we turn to News You Can Use
NEWS YOU CAN USE
Want to keep your home warm this winter AND protect your equity when it comes time to sell? One great way to start is by “winterizing” your home now.
Here are a few things you can do to get started.
• Insulating pipes in crawl spaces and attics. Exposed pipes are susceptible to freezing and if they burst, you’ll end up spending money on repairs.
• Seal leaks with caulk or insulation to keep the cold air out and the heat in. Look for leaks around windows and doors, electrical wiring, dryer vents and pipes.
• Change or clean furnace filters once a month. Dirty filters restrict air flow and increase energy demand.
• Drain your sprinkler pipes and any exterior water spigots to make sure the pipes underground don’t freeze and break.
• And lastly, watch your thermostat. Remember to turn it down when you leave and gradually warm the house upon return so the heater isn’t in overdrive.
To learn more about winterizing your home, talk to your local real estate professional.
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MLS Number: V110510
For more information contact: Clark French and Cindy O’Dare
(866) 220-8191
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Let Clark French And Cindy O’dare of Premier Estate Properties show you this property at 1906 Mooringline Drive in VERO BEACH. Make a first impression with the warm and glowing natural light of the living room. An exquisite chandelier lends a refined air to your dining experience. Handsome and rustic ceiling beams make this room distinctive. Enjoy entertaining in the sun-drenched dinette. The kitchen is straight from the pages of Better Homes and Gardens, certain to become the focal point of the house. The laundry room is conveniently located to make your life easier. You’ll find 6 bedrooms, 8 full and 1 half baths in this residence. Water front living gives you access to nature, scenery and recreation. Contact Clark French And Cindy O’dare at Premier Estate Properties to arrange for a personal showing.
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Frank Ocean performs “Novacane” at the golf Wang Tour 2011 at the Palladium in Hollywood, CA on September 29, 2011. This was the 2nd Show of the Tour
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http://www.ecolifeconsulting.com Jim Simcoe, Eco-Consultant explains the benefits of 'green' real estate investing using Detroit as an example.
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Action Television headed out to Boulder, CO to learn more about this new program called SNAG, Starting New At golf. The segment aired in our national program GOLF LIFE. This is truly a unique way to introduce the game of golf to beginners.
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http://invesdoor.com/ Do You have a real estate investing business plan?
What if I Get Stuck in the Middle of a Deal? You may recall having said these very words! Have you ever been into a deal without clear vision of how to get it closed? Or maybe you’ve had a really great real estate investing business plan, but the unexpected struck and “threw you a curve ball” that you didn’t see coming? OK, relax. It happens to the best aspiring Entrepreneurs once in a while. What’s more, it has happened to me plenty of times!
What does having a Real Estate Investing Business Plan mean?
That’s what being an Entrepreneur is about. You will often find yourself blazing a new trail and it can get a little scary at times. Of course, in the real estate investment business, a “newbie” can really feel the pressure once the transaction is in contract and the “due diligence clock” starts ticking. You have a very limited time to get things in place before you must pull your last contingency and the pressure’s on.
A Real Estate Investing Business Plan starts with wholesaling
That’s why I am a strong advocate of working with a network and even on a team. In the real estate wholesaling business, it is possible to close a deal per week when you have all of your support systems lined up. Without the backup of a well-oiled team, you will find yourself caught up in the mundane tasks of your business rather than finding those golden opportunities known as those found in motivated Sellers….and Buyers.
Wholesaling in general, is a great way to break into real estate investing as it doesn’t require a lot of money or personal credit. That’s why my mentorship program contains a real estate business plan and starts with wholesaling so that my students have an opportunity to earn some money, get out of debt and start saving for their own transaction in which they will actually take title. The key here is volume. I call it “stuffing the pipeline” and that level of volume will likely only be reached with the aid of a team.
During the past year I have watched a number of Wholesalers go out of business…not willingly, but due to the fact that they couldn’t put all of the elements together in order to get an appreciable number of deals closed. They tried to do it solo probably without a good real estate investing business plan. I predict that wholesaling will present a tremendous opportunity for new Entrepreneurs for the next few years. Nevertheless, the competition will get much fiercer. I believe that, with few exceptions, those trying to do it all alone and without a real estate investing business plan will fall by the wayside and only those wholesaling companies who operate a synergistic private network will prevail.
Real Estate Investing Business Plan — Getting a Mentor
So, how will you avoid getting into a deal where there is no visible way out, having to possibly walk away from all of your hard work? Start by getting a Mentor, especially one who has a support staff. From my experience, the very best scenario is when the Mentor has a vested interest in his protégé’s success. In other words, as joint venture partners, both Mentor and Student work together toward a common goal.
Get Your Real Estate Investing Business Plan now!
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