Home sales activity

Good info from The Real Estate Center regarding housing trends for cities in the State of Texas:

Current MLS housing activity and trends

Steve Young
RE/MAX Associates
(817) 276-5149
www.steveyoung.pro
www.steveyoungtexasrealestate.pro

Follow me on Twitter!

Steve Young's Blog
steve@steveyoung.pro

If you do not want to receive emails from Steve Young, please reply with “remove” in the subject line, and I will remove you from my mailing list.

Posted via email from Steve Young's posts

Remodeling costs & return investment

This is a web site that gives remodeling costs per home improvement job plus a percentage of return back.

The links will take you to the page that shows the DFW area averages and compares them to a national average.

I thought this might be helpful because one of the top 5 questions I am always asked is-what if we want to remodel and what brings the highest and best return.

I still believe that you update to enjoy it for yourself but also for resale value in the future. If you are planning on selling now or in near future, you do "as needed" updates to make your home "move in" ready for the buyers looking to buy!

If your home has been on the market and didn't sell, it might just not be the sales price. There could be fairly low to no cost things that can be done to get what your asking price is! Call or email me today so we can discuss these. stevesellsdfw@gmail.com 817-276-5149

http://www.remodeling.hw.net/2010/costvsvalue/division/west-south-central.aspx

 

 

 

 

 

Steve Young
RE/MAX Associates
(817) 276-5149
www.steveyoung.pro
www.steveyoungtexasrealestate.pro

Follow me on Twitter!

Steve Young's Blog
steve@steveyoung.pro

If you do not want to receive emails from Steve Young, please reply with “remove” in the subject line, and I will remove you from my mailing list.

Posted via email from Steve Young's posts

A "WOW" home for sale

Please click on the information below to see this home!

Lovely custom built home located in much desired McKnight Manor of Arlington and priced at only $129,000

Steve Young
RE/MAX Associates
(817) 276-5149
www.steveyoung.pro
www.steveyoungtexasrealestate.pro

Follow me on Twitter!

Steve Young's Blog
steve@steveyoung.pro

If you do not want to receive emails from Steve Young, please reply with “remove” in the subject line, and I will remove you from my mailing list.

Posted via email from Steve Young's posts

Gorgeous home for lease

Available now, 3 bedroom with full 2 car garage and approx 16x14 storage barn that w/electricity. 

Original wood floors and updated kitchen and bathroom.

Established neighborhood and located close to freeway, shopping, schools and parks.

Steve Young
RE/MAX Associates
(817) 276-5149
www.steveyoung.pro
www.steveyoungtexasrealestate.pro

Follow me on Twitter!

Steve Young's Blog
steve@steveyoung.pro

If you do not want to receive emails from Steve Young, please reply with “remove” in the subject line, and I will remove you from my mailing list.

Posted via email from Steve Young's posts

Untitled

See the full gallery on posterous

New on market-great home to lease! 3 bedroom with full 2 car garage that has ex storage & even more storage in Approx 16x14 storage barn in back. Original wood floors, updated kitchen & bath & replaced A/C,heat, hot water heater & windows should really help with keeping utility bills lower!

$995 month so hurry & call or email today to see!

Posted via email from Steve Young's posts

New on market-great home to lease! 3 bedroom with full 2 car garage that has ex storage & even more storage in Approx 16x14 storage barn in back. Original wood floors, updated kitchen & bath & replaced A/C,heat, hot water heater & windows should really help with keeping utility bills lower!
$995 month so hurry!

Leadership & good life instruction

I really like this excerpt from the John C. Maxwell  Leadership calendar for today:

Crucial key to leadership-leaders must be visionary, yet they cannot see everything in the future. Instead of pretending to be in control, leaders must model being under control...Leaders must model an anchored life, acting from character, NOT emotions.

Have a great weekend,

Steve 

Steve Young
RE/MAX Associates
(817) 276-5149
www.steveyoung.pro
www.steveyoungtexasrealestate.pro

Follow me on Twitter!

Steve Young's Blog
steve@steveyoung.pro

If you do not want to receive emails from Steve Young, please reply with “remove” in the subject line, and I will remove you from my mailing list.

Posted via email from Steve Young's posts

Thanksgiving

Growing up in a small but loving, tight knit family, the holidays were always special, but then most every day was too. And when the last of my family that raised me passed away, Mom, then my Aunt & then my Uncle, it really left a huge void in my life, especially at this time of year. But at least I had my daughter Cara. Well, when she died of cystic fibrosis in 2008, I truly felt like I could not go on, especially, again, at this time of the year. 

Interesting that the French mathematician, Blaise Pascal wrote regarding voids...

“There is a God shaped vacuum in the heart of every man which cannot be filled by any created thing, but only by God, the Creator, made known through Jesus”. He understood that the void will be filled with something!

The thought of not having any family, especially a family that relied on each other, was, let me be honest, too much for me. Here is where we all come to at some particular point and time in our lives, a time when what we have known, trusted and relied upon is gone, or at least maybe we can't rely on it anymore, and we are presented a choice, I call it a mile marker in our life that we must make crucial decisions, decisions to give in to sadness & hopelessness, or to say no to these and move forward. I will not be timid or ashamed to declare that I made decisions to move forward, but not in my strength for it was gone, but falling on my knees and asking for help from the Lord. I have always loved my Grandmothers favorite Scripture, Psalm 121:1,2  I will lift up my eyes to the hills, From whence comes my help? My help comes from the Lord, Who made heaven and earth. 

When I made this decision, and don't think it was some thing that I still don't have to daily walk through, I was blessed to have more than a large number of friends that constantly extend their hand of love and friendship out to me. And that continues. Every Thanksgiving and Christmas, I am overwhelmed by the love and kindness shown me. I can not count the number of invitations to join with other families, not counting the ones that call or have someone else ask what I am doing at these times of the year, not wanting me to be alone! Wow, it's like the credit card commercial...PRICELESS! 
So for any and all that find themselves, for whatever reason or situation, alone or struggling in life and especially during the holidays, call out and receive the help that the Psalmist David was talking about. He's no respecter of persons and what He does for one, He WILL do for all, for all that simply ask!
Thank you to all my friends that are so loving and caring with great generosity toward me, you have helped in making all my days, weeks, months & years a true Thanksgiving, everyday!

Steve Young
RE/MAX Associates
(817) 276-5149
www.steveyoung.pro
www.steveyoungtexasrealestate.pro

Follow me on Twitter!

Steve Young's Blog
steve@steveyoung.pro

If you do not want to receive emails from Steve Young, please reply with “remove” in the subject line, and I will remove you from my mailing list.

Posted via email from Steve Young's posts

First time home buyer??

There are, along with wonderfully low interest rates, some great programs still available to first time home buyers. You can see an overview of these at Affordable housing available to you! Once you see the opportunity, call or email me. I know the local mortgage companies that not only handle these programs but more important, those folks that know what their doing and I am a certified Texas Affordable Housing Specialist!

You want horror stories about buyers that decided to use a large bank or non local mortgage company? I've got plenty and keep hearing more every day. Don't mess around with something so important as the loan you are going to obtain to go with what is probably the most important investment you will make...purchasing your home and, realizing the value, importance and just plain solid and joyful feeling of home ownership.

The information I've included is courtesy of  the Texas Association of Realtors public site where you can get up to date, and timely information regarding Texas real estate.  Texas Real Estate

Steve Young
RE/MAX Associates
(817) 276-5149
www.steveyoung.pro
www.steveyoungtexasrealestate.pro

Follow me on Twitter!

Steve Young's Blog
steve@steveyoung.pro

If you do not want to receive emails from Steve Young, please reply with “remove” in the subject line, and I will remove you from my mailing list.

Posted via email from Steve Young's posts

Real Estate & other things in the DFW area

Hope you have had a good week & looking forward to the weekend. Rates and home prices remain low. As per home prices, there are some areas that have had a substantial drop in sales price & a few that have had an increase but overall I'm seeing a pretty stable market.

 

And there are some very good first time home buyer products out there. Call or email me to get more info on these.

 

In light of the famous Leonid meteor shower that occurs every year about this time I thought I'd share a funny that us kids used to say...do you know what you call a meteorite (a meteor that has hit the ground) that misses the ground?...a meteorwrong!

 

Don't quit my day job?

 

Steve Young
RE/MAX Associates
(817) 276-5149
www.steveyoung.pro
www.steveyoungtexasrealestate.pro

Follow me on Twitter!

Steve Young's Blog
steve@steveyoung.pro

If you do not want to receive emails from Steve Young, please reply with “remove” in the subject line, and I will remove you from my mailing list.

Posted via email from Steve Young's posts

Steve Young's November 2010 Newsletter

Welcome to the most current Housing Trends eNewsletter. This eNewsletter is specially designed for you, with national and local housing information that you may find useful whether you’re in the market for a home, thinking about selling your home, or just interested in homeowner issues in general.

Please click on this link to view the Housing Trends NOVEMBER - 2010 Newsletter:

Steve Young's November 2010 News Letter

The Housing Trends eNewsletter contains the latest information from the National Association of REALTORS®, the U.S. Census Bureau, Realtor.org reports and other sources.

Housing Trends eNewsletter is filled with local and national real estate sales and price activity provided by MLSs and the National Association of Realtors, U.S. Census Bureau key market indicators, consumer videos, blogs, real estate glossary, mortgage rates and calculators, consumer articles, and REALTOR.com local community reports.

If you are interested in determining the value of your home, click the “Home Evaluator” link for a free evaluation report:

http://steveyoung.housingtrendsenewsletter.com/dispContent.cfm?loadid=2&loadtype=0

Sound decisions can only be made with accurate and reliable information, and I am happy to be a trusted resource for you. Thank you for the opportunity to provide you with this monthly eNewsletter, and I look forward to answering any questions you may have and to the opportunity to be your REALTOR® in the future.

Sincerely yours, 

Steve Young 

Steve Young
RE/MAX Associates
(817) 276-5149
www.steveyoung.pro
www.steveyoungtexasrealestate.pro

Follow me on Twitter!

Steve Young's Blog
steve@steveyoung.pro

If you do not want to receive emails from Steve Young, please reply with “remove” in the subject line, and I will remove you from my mailing list.

Posted via email from Steve Young's posts

Leadership & Geese?

I'm sure you've all read this but it is ALWAYS good! 

Top 7 Facts & Lessons Learned From Geese

Steve Young
RE/MAX Associates
(817) 276-5149
www.steveyoung.pro
www.steveyoungtexasrealestate.pro

Follow me on Twitter!

Steve Young's Blog
steve@steveyoung.pro

If you do not want to receive emails from Steve Young, please reply with “remove” in the subject line, and I will remove you from my mailing list.

Posted via email from Steve Young's posts

More Friday stufffff

Of course when your not feeling well you know it. But you really know it when you have a VIP invite to pre grand opening of Babes Chicken in downtown Arlington and don't feel like going!

Oh well, I know someone will carry on for me!

Steve Young
RE/MAX Associates
(817) 276-5149
www.steveyoung.pro
www.steveyoungtexasrealestate.pro

Follow me on Twitter!

Steve Young's Blog
steve@steveyoung.pro

If you do not want to receive emails from Steve Young, please reply with “remove” in the subject line, and I will remove you from my mailing list.

Posted via email from Steve Young's posts

Friday in Real Estate & Life!

Attended a very good Arlington Board of Realtors leaderships meeting yesterday in beautiful Granbury. There are, as seems to be the case in other fields I have participated in, probably 20% that will be involved in any way in their respective endeavors and maybe even less that desire to be involved through leadership. It's really sad that in something you've been given much most don't think it is important at all to give any back, even if it is only giving back some small amount through volunteer time or money donations. Mom always said better not do any complaining unless you've made an effort to change it.

Through leadership training we heard words such as cooperation, trust, being prepared, focus, culture, common objectives & goals to help unite behind a common direction. Forget for a minute that this was a leadership training, these philosophies are adequate, I suggest, in all of our ever day living! I do believe the Tea Party movement, as an example, is founded on this. I do know through reading history that those that have gone before us, when presented with the option put before them of freedom or losing it, did unite behind a common direction. 

Leadership training...good foundational teaching for everyone!

Steve Young
RE/MAX Associates
(817) 276-5149
www.steveyoung.pro
www.steveyoungtexasrealestate.pro

Follow me on Twitter!

Steve Young's Blog
steve@steveyoung.pro

If you do not want to receive emails from Steve Young, please reply with “remove” in the subject line, and I will remove you from my mailing list.

Posted via email from Steve Young's posts

Price reduction on family size home

5701 Blue Ribbon=Opportunity

Hurry to check out this "best buy" home now at just $112,900!

Elementary school is approx 1 block & middle school approx 2.9 miles. Close to Willow Creek & Marine Creek Parks! Community pool and kids play areas just around the corner too!

New garage door just installed June 2010. Covered patio, spacious pool size back yard.

Truly a lot for a little.

About the sub division: Remington Point, a master-planned community with two resort-style amenity centers and two junior-Olympic sized swimming pools. Enjoy the comfortable lifestyle of nearby shopping and restaurants. 

Call me to see at 817-276-5149 or email  steve@steveyoung.pro

5701 Blue Ribbon=Opportunity

Steve Young
RE/MAX Associates
(817) 276-5149
www.steveyoung.pro
www.steveyoungtexasrealestate.pro

Follow me on Twitter!

Steve Young's Blog
steve@steveyoung.pro

If you do not want to receive emails from Steve Young, please reply with “remove” in the subject line, and I will remove you from my mailing list.

Posted via email from Steve Young's posts

Friday real estate & stuff

The word "stuff" always reminds me of the comedian George Carlin's skit, "A place for your stuff" & that our homes are just a place for our stuff, basically a covering for our stuff, with locks so we can make sure no one comes in and gets our stuff.

Now, can we say "unclutter", a famous word in the marketing of homes. You know, it's what most of us Realtor's have in our own personal homes, clutter, but get after the seller's for having tooooo much stuff, clutter, in their homes. In reality, unless there's some major problem, like 28 year old shag carpet, it is probably the single most important thing a seller can do to make their home show better. Well, along with removing off the wall your framed 4th grade math paper because you got an A. 

I write this because, As Carlin points out, sometimes people have to get a bigger house so they can have more room for their STUFF and this topic will definitely come up...again!

Have a great weekend & don't forget to call or email me if you or someone you know is interested in selling, buying, leasing or all the above! Interest rates remain low and there are still great opportunities for you! 

Steve Young
RE/MAX Associates
(817) 276-5149
www.steveyoung.pro
www.steveyoungtexasrealestate.pro
http://stevesellsdfw.wordpress.com
steve@steveyoung.pro

If you do not want to receive emails from Steve Young, please reply with “remove” in the subject line, and I will remove you from my mailing list.

Posted via email from Steve Young's posts

Texas First Time Homebuyer Program

Effective Nov. 1, 2010, the TDHCA reduced its interest rate on mortgage loans offered through its Texas First Time Homebuyer Program to its lowest levels ever, further opening the door to safe and responsible homeownership for qualifying low-to moderate-income Texans.

Interest rates on these 30-year, fixed rate mortgage loans have been set at either 4.20% (unassisted) or 4.95% (assisted), depending on which of two types of loans the borrower selects. Assisted loans offer downpayment and closing-cost assistance up to 5% of the mortgage amount.

To learn more about the program and eligibility requirements, please call or email me. I also work with several of the participating lenders that know and service these loan opportunities!

Steve Young
RE/MAX Associates
(817) 276-5149
www.steveyoung.pro
www.steveyoungtexasrealestate.pro
http://stevesellsdfw.wordpress.com
steve@steveyoung.pro

If you do not want to receive emails from Steve Young, please reply with “remove” in the subject line, and I will remove you from my mailing list.

Posted via email from Steve Young's posts

New website for The Real Estate Center...

At Texas A& M has a new look to their website:The Real Estate Center

This has been and continues to be one of the very best sites regarding Texas property issues, residential, land and commercial.

The Real Estate Center offers data, data and more data along with economic outlook articles. They even have some fun quizzes to test your knowledge of real estate. 

Courtesy of  The Real Estate Center

Steve Young
RE/MAX Associates
(817) 276-5149
www.steveyoung.pro
www.steveyoungtexasrealestate.pro
http://stevesellsdfw.wordpress.com
steve@steveyoung.pro

If you do not want to receive emails from Steve Young, please reply with “remove” in the subject line, and I will remove you from my mailing list.

Posted via email from Steve Young's posts

Texas Quarterly Housing Report

Another good article regarding TEXAS-LOCAL real estate news...

Texas Real Estate housing report

Steve Young
RE/MAX Associates
(817) 276-5149
www.steveyoung.pro
www.steveyoungtexasrealestate.pro
http://stevesellsdfw.wordpress.com
steve@steveyoung.pro

If you do not want to receive emails from Steve Young, please reply with “remove” in the subject line, and I will remove you from my mailing list.

Posted via email from Steve Young's posts