Tuesday, February 24, 2009
Washington D.C.-area Real Estate
The following properties have been suggested as of particular interest to the Washington D.C. embassy community by area real estate professionals.
Please contact us if you are interested in a listing, via E-mail to: listing@embassy.org
Meet Carol Taylor, VA Real Estate Agent
When you are buying or selling property in today’s real estate market, it is vital to have confidence in your real estate professional. Her commitment as your local REALTOR® is to provide you with the specialized real estate service you deserve.
peninsula real estate listingWhen you are an informed buyer or seller, you’ll make the best decisions for the most important purchase or sale in your lifetime. That’s why Carol Taylor's goal is to keep you informed on trends in the marketplace using the latest statistics in our local area. With property values continuing to rise, real estate is a sound investment for now and for the future.
Carol's career has been very successful because she utilizes vast experience, high ethical standards, personal integrity and sincere concern for her clients. She grew up on the Peninsula and has lived here most of her life. Carol KNOWS THIS MARKET! And her success translates into success for her clients.
Real Estate
Real Estate Law involves the buying or selling of a home, which is typically the most considerable financial transaction a person will face in a lifetime. Whether you are buying or selling a home, it is important to have experienced, competent counsel to protect your interests. With such a large financial transaction looming, it is crucial to insure that you have the necessary legal representation. It would be a potentially costly mistake to leave yourself legally vulnerable.
# Buying a Home
# Selling a Home
# Environmental Litigation and Due Diligence
# Commercial Leasing and Lease Litigation
# Residential and Commercial Real Estate
# Zoning and Land Use
Buying a Home
Once a buyer selects a home to purchase, and a price has been agreed upon with the seller, a formal contact is drawn up and signed. Ideally, an attorney should be contacted before the contract is signed; but if not, it is absolutely imperative that you contact an attorney immediately once the contract is signed by both the buyer and seller.
You have three (3) days from the date of the signing to amend, modify or cancel the contract. Once the revisions are made and agreed upon, or if no amendments are demanded within the three (3) day period, the buyer is now obligated to perform the requirements under the contract. Generally, the buyer must immediately apply for a mortgage, as well as schedule a home inspection, upon completion of this attorney review period.
We at Scura, Mealey, Scura & Stack, LLP can assist you in satisfying these requirements. We will be in constant contact with your mortgage representative and home inspection team in order to insure that your needs are being met in a timely manner. Once you receive your mortgage commitment (which is the mortgage company's promise to grant you a mortgage for the property), we will immediately order your title work and survey. These steps are necessary to insure that you will obtain a clean title. In other words, this will insure that once you purchase the property, no one else will have an interest or a legal right to the property.
We will also carefully review the home inspection report with you, as well as the Home Inspector; and, if necessary, we will make the appropriate demands to the seller's attorney to rectify any problems which have been discovered. Alternatively, you could choose to demand a modification of the purchase price due to any flaws that were detected. Prior to the closing date, we will also insure that all the necessary documents are fully and accurately prepared and filed as necessary to insure a swift closing with no surprises. At the closing date, which is usually two (2) to three (3) months after the contract has been signed, the deed is transferred, the mortgage papers are signed, the requisite funds are transferred and the keys to the property are delivered to you. At this point, you are legally the owner of the real estate property.
Selling a Home
When selling a home, it is equally imperative that the contract be reviewed within the three (3) day attorney review period. At this time, we will study the contract and make the necessary revisions in order to protect your interests, to maximize your profit derived from the sale and to insure a smooth transition of the property.
Many times it is necessary for you to remain in the property beyond the closing date due to the fact that you may be simultaneously purchasing another home. This can be accomplished through a "Use and Occupancy Agreement" which allows you temporary use of the property.
In order to insure a smooth closing, we will generate the necessary deeds and affidavits of title for the property in question. We will also insure that the buyers have made the necessary deposits and that they are fulfilling their end of the bargain. Much of the seller's concern, in addition to receiving a fair price, is limiting their liability to being sued after the closing. We will review and modify the contract with scrutiny so as to limit the buyer's right to sue you after the closing in order that you can safely and confidently receive your proceeds and put the closing behind you.
Environmental Litigation and Due Diligence
New Jersey is a unique and environmentally proactive state. Many people are unaware of the strict liability provisions of New Jersey's environmental statutes and their federal counterparts relating to clean up costs associated with environmental contamination. We have experience in representing clients with respect to NJ Spill Act and the federal CERCLA claims among other state and federal statutes, as well as private costs recovery actions.
Unlike many other states, New Jersey has the Industrial Site Recovery Act (AISRA@). ISRA is a unique law in that it is not triggered upon the discharge of contamination. Rather it is triggered upon certain business transaction such as the closure of the business or the sale of certain classes of property. We represent clients in obtaining ISRA approval as well as Real Estate/Environmental Due Diligence in connection with commercial and residential property, including, but not limited to wetlands delineation and permitting.
Commercial Leasing and Lease Litigation
Commercial Leases are often complex documents which set forth the rights and obligations of two commercial entities with respect to a piece of property. Therefore, it is essential that the document be prepared with the necessary foresight to protect the parties rights against possible risks and challenges associated with both the property and the business being operated therein. Our office is experienced in the review and preparation of Commercial Leases with respect to both residential and commercial properties.
We also have extensive experience in litigation arising from Commercial Leases especially with respect to defense, indemnity and hold harmless provisions of Commercial Leases. We have successfully represented corporate clients in such instances and recovered significant attorneys' fees pursuant to clauses contained in Commercial Leases.
Residential and Commercial Real Estate
Perhaps the most significant transaction that many couples face is purchasing their first home. What seems like a simple process can sometimes become complex and burdensome. Our firm represents clients in residential closings, both purchase and sale, as well as refinancing and corrective deed filings.
Our office is also experienced in acquisitions and sale of commercial real estate. Unlike, residential real estate, commercial real estate transactions involve due diligence and careful examination of Environmental, Municipal and Zoning and Planning issues. Our office is also experienced in dispute with real estate brokerages involving brokerage commissions.
Zoning and Land Use
New Jersey has often been referred to as a Ahome rule@ state, meaning each municipality may establish its own Zoning and Land Use ordinances governing its property. Municipalities will have certain requirements regarding setback and lot coverage requirements which individuals seeking to subdivide a piece of property and construct dwellings and other buildings thereon must comply with. Similarly, property owners may seek to modify or extend an existing house or building beyond the setback requirement permitted under local zoning ordinances, or seek to conduct a use that it is not permitted or not conforming within the surrounding zone. In such cases, a variance from the local planning or zoning board of adjustment will be required.
Our firm is experienced in representing applicants as well as objectors to applications before local planning and zoning boards of adjustment.
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Exclusive Resorts Widens its Chain of Luxury Vacation Homes
Exclusive Resorts, the chain of luxury residence clubs are adding four North American destinations to its wide portfolio. The newly added vacation homes are Vail, Colorado; Deer Valley, Utah; Lake Tahoe, California and Whistler, British Columbia. The expansion consists of 28 luxury residences.
The Arrabelle at Vail Square is the most sought-after vacation-residences in the ski-valley. The new residences in Vail will average 2,500 square feet with three bedrooms and four baths besides other luxurious facilites and amenities. The Deer valley resort in Utah has added 10 new luxurious 3,000 square foot four bedroom and four-and-a-half bathroom homes in its resort.
The North Lake Tahoe in California will be adding 3,000 square feet residences to its resort. The most uniquely designed resort is the new kadenwood Estate homes in Whistler (featured here). The Whistler resort delights with state-of-the-art facilities including variety of adventure sports.
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MAGODO/ SHANGISHA: THE HOTTEST IN TOWN
Owing to the fact that many of the average income settlers of Lagos back in the mid 1990s settled easily into Magodo and Shangisha, the area has been exploding with influx of people seeking new near perfect abode as Lagos surges towards the Mega City transformation.
This area line up the ever busy Lagos Ibadan Expressway, beside the old toll gate of the Lagos end. It is just behind the Ikosi/Isheri Development Area, which was carved out of the then Kosofe Local Government, which was also a baby from Somolu Local Government.
The Lagos State Administrative office of the State Security Service-SSS is boldly situated in Shangisha. Maybe this is one the reasons why people move in this direction as security is number one when considering an abode in any part of a busy city as Lagos which has the largest population in the entire African continent.
Apart from these facts, the Shangisha/Magodo axis of Lagos is close to a national road linking the country’s commercial nerve centre to the other parts of the nation. Also, talking about security (which will be treated in our subsequent stories as a condition in choosing a site)
Though, property in this area is a bit on the high side, but the value is worth considering, as a home in the mist of the ‘who’s who’ is a dream for most.
Nantucket Ultra Luxury Real Estate
ooking for an ultra luxury on Nantucket - read this post.
2 properties one for $15,495,000 finished and one for $18,500,000 as a shell.
Ok, so some of you know that I am on Nantucket taking a little R&R for the next few weeks (if your visiting, make sure to shoot me a note…). Anyway, this a.m. I got a call from industry peer Brian-Logan Reid (call him BL or he will yell at you), and BL told me that there was a magnificent property having a broker open house today and asked if I wanted to join him. Duh, of course!
Let me start off by saying this is one of the most gorgeous properties I have ever seen in person. It started off up the exclusive Heather Lane dirt path heading all the way to the end. A small turn into a narrow bush covered path and voila…an astounding presence of this newly renovated home with plush landscaping and strong stature.
Now the fun part…
With a nice cool ocean breeze (we needed it, it was 80 degrees today) we walked around the brand new lush green lawn to the back porch where Nantucket Real Estate brokers chatted and grabbed a quick snack on the massive covered deck.
I thought to myself…loving these Nantucket open houses….50% of brokers in shorts and a golf shirt, 50% in linen pants and casual button down and 100% in sunglasses & flip flops! What a life…you can see I am pretty into this.
Luxury Real Estate Tuscany
nvesting in Tuscan real estate is not only a sound investment it must also be one of the most pleasurable ways to invest. Buying a magnificent luxury villa or a medieval Tuscan castle means more than just investing in bricks and mortar. The moment you step inside one of these historic Tuscan properties it feels like stepping back in time. Famous names from the past including royalty are associated with a number of the properties for sale and important historic events took place in many of them. Luxury real estate Tuscany includes majestic historic villas, medieval castles steeped in history, ancient hilltop villages, luxury villa/hotels, wine producing estates, 10th century monasteries and many more stunning properties. Prices start from around €2,000,000.
A Trustworthy, Professional Estate Agency
Buying property can be confusing enough in our own country, think what it’s like in a foreign language, in a country which uses a different legal system etc. Our advice is unless you are bi lingual and understand the culture etc don’t even dream about trying the DIY approach. A friendly, trustworthy, honest, professional is worth their weight in gold. Friendly because they need patience and be willing to listen to what you want (most foreigners are looking for totally different types of properties from Italians) and spend time viewing properties with you. Trustworthy and honest because the Italian system is complicated and ever changing, you need someone on your side guiding you through the minefield. Professional because there are a number of legal requirements that need to be completed and you really must have someone who knows the ropes.
Shepard Real Estate Group, LLC
Whether you are looking for a second home, a vacation get-away, or a waterfront investment, we can help you find that dream property. We specialize in waterfront and luxury homes, condos, and lots for sale in Destin, Rosemary Beach, Fort Walton Beach, Seaside, Santa Rosa Beach and the surrounding areas.
Our clientele includes physicians, surgeons, doctors, business owners, lawyers, and professionals from all walks of life. We research dozens of properties each month so that we are prepared to present the best homes and condos for sale in FL to you. There is no substitute for market knowledge and we know that. Whether you are looking for a waterfront condo, home, or lot, we are the realtors for you
Seven Hills Real Estate and Community Information
Seven Hills is a master planned community that sits within the green, rolling hills of Henderson. Being just 15 miles away from one of the country’s fastest growing airports, McCarran Airport, and within close proximity to both freeway access andSeven Hills real estate the bright lights of the Las Vegas Strip, the population of Seven Hills does not have much to complain about.
This community offers a wide variety of custom homes, vacant land opportunities, and condominium and town home options. The views are priceless, and many Seven Hills homes sit high enough for both Strip and incredible mountain views. The area also has several pre-planned neighborhoods and subdivisions, some of which include: Renaissance, Village Villagio, Venezia, Terracina, Portofino, Meridian, and Palazzo Monte. Prices range anywhere from the $200,000’s up into the millions.
The entire vicinity of Seven Hills is pleasantly decorated with jogging paths, trails, community parks and recreation centers, along with an assortment of trees and flowers. One can engage in a family day of fun, involving a BBQ, flag football game in the park, and then an outdoor jazz concert just around sunset, or simply take a brisk morning walk on one of your master-planned jogging trails before having to head off to work.
The community of Seven Hills is well-known for being family oriented, as is much of the Henderson region. The schools that encompass Seven Hills, according to Terra Nova Test Scores, are among the highest rated in the city. There are quite a few elementary, middle, and high schools for both parents and student to choose from.
Seven Hills Championship Golf CourseBecause Seven Hills is fairly new, there are restaurants, shopping choices, medical facilities, and other community necessities constantly being added to its contents. The Rio Secco Golf Course is also located within the area of Seven Hills.
Championship golfing is not all that this well thought out community offers. Tennis courts, community activities, and being within only miles of both Lake Mead and the Red Rock National Conservation Area make the highly desired community of Seven Hills a definite consideration for all buyers looking to live, invest, or simply own a piece of Henderson.
Let Konnel Peterson of REMAX Associates or one of his highly trained Las Vegas real estate agents assist you in locating the property of your dreams in the Las Vegas Valley region.
Extreme Real Estate
The research for this article came about entirely by accident. I didn’t set out trying to find the winner for this category, but as I drive along the coast, sometimes things just catch my attention. I am offering no proof that I’m correct. A degree of personal opinion is definitely involved.
In my view, the most remote homesites on the Oregon Coast are found along Seven Devils Road between Bandon and Charleston. I should make it clear that I’m not talking about the “Oregon Coast” in the broad sense of everything west of the Coast Range. There are definitely more remote places if that’s your definition. In fact, there’s a community that’s so remote, they named themselves Remote. Since it’s on Highway 42, I don’t see how it can be all that remote, but there you have it.
No, I’m talking about the immediate coast, close enough to the Pacific that you can hear the surf. There isn’t a lot left that isn’t at least a little crowded. Or so I thought until I picked the wrong road coming back from Bandon.
It wasn’t my fault. A guy can only keep so many names in his head and I knew the road from Charleston to Hwy 101 was Seven Devils Road, so when I saw the sign as I headed north from Bandon, I figured this was the road from Hwy 101 to Charleston. In fact, a few miles east of Charleston, the road named Seven Devils morphs into Beaver Hill–Seven Devils Road, which is its name when it reaches Hwy 101 several miles north of where I was. That’s what I was really looking for. An easy mistake to make.
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Copper Mountain real estate realtors
Copper Mountain is a world-class ski resort — and a locals’ favorite because its terrain naturally divides beginner and advanced skiers, and the mountain tends to be a little less crowded than the other resorts. It is conveniently located off of Interstate 70, on the western end of Summit County. It’s a perfect location if you want to enjoy the benefits of living close to Vail, yet still reside within Summit County.
Copper Mountain real estate is made up of four different villages, each with its unique charm. The different neighborhoods allow residents to form a close-knit community.
Center Village is the most active; poised at the main base of the ski area, it bustles with activity throughout the winter and summer. Bars offer après skiing, restaurants serve up great food, shops delight visitors and locals, and festivals add an exciting dimension to the village. Imagine watching a torchlight parade, fire dancers or a top-name musician steps from your condo, after you’ve walked home from the lifts.
East Village is the gateway to Copper Mountain real estate, near the Super Bee lift. It is the closest village to the Copper Creek Golf Course and the athletic center.
Lewis Ranch is the newest development for a select number of single-family homes and duplexes. Privacy characterizes the prestigious home sites, though there are still a number of ski-in, ski-out properties. A trail system throughout Lewis Ranch winds across alpine meadows and wetlands.
Union Creek lies west of Center Village, near the Ten Mile Creek. Though it’s the beginner area for the ski area, the luxury homes in this neighborhood are nowhere near entry-level homes. During the winter, hop on a lift to get to the main part of the mountain, and during the summer, feel the crisp air enliven your skin as you hike, bike or in-line skate on 35 miles of paved paths that wind through the backcountry.
Outer Banks Real Estate
Village Realty is excited to present two new Oceanfront condominium complexes offering units for sale. First Flight Retreat condos were completed in the late Spring of 2008 and units are now available for rent or purchase. Croatan Surf Club, located on the Beach Road at the 7.5 milepost in Kill Devil Hills, has an on-site showroom open now. For more information about communities in the Outer Banks, visit our Featured Communities page.
Few places on earth are as blessed as the Outer Banks, a string of barrier islands that shelter the coast of North Carolina. These islands are rich in history and natural beauty, with miles of uncrowded beaches, windswept dunes and sea oats. Visitors flock to the Outer Banks to enjoy world-class sportfishing, eight 18-hole golf courses, boating, kayaking, windsurfing, hang gliding from the highest sand dune on the East coast, and the Outer Banks is one of the top three destinations in the world for shipwreck scuba diving.
Is it any wonder that many of our visitors dream of owning a vacation home here? The Village Realty team of sales professionals can take you there. Village Realty is the premier Outer Banks real estate sales and property management company that specializes in luxury resort properties from Corolla to Ocracoke. For more than two decades, Village Realty has helped hundreds of people just like you realize their dream of owning a vacation home on the Outer Banks!
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Little did we know looking at New Orleans today that a mere 180 years ago New Orleans was very famous city. It was a much richer city on the banks of the Mississippi River than it is today. The odd thing is that New Orleans had the largest population of Free blacks in the the nation before becoming a state in 1820. Many of the homes in the Garden District were built in this pre-civil war period.
New Orleans was captured early on in the Civil War and was not burned down like some other Southern Cities. Maybe because General Sherman was the first President of LSU. He was not involved in the capture of New Orleans at that time.
Real Estate in the Mexican Caribbean
Real Estate in Riviera Maya
The Riviera Maya represents one of the most attractive real estate markets in the world doe to the constant growth this tourism has maintained for many years. We offer an enviable stability and guarantee compared to other markets thanks to the diverse macro projects in steady development, our ideal geographic location, the climate, and our natural beauty and resources.
Our boom and increase of value provide investors a real opportunity to develop their capital. For these reasons some magazines and web pages are present in this important sector to introduce to all the Riviera Maya visitors the many options this market has to offer.
Nantucket Ultra Luxury Real Estate
Looking for an ultra luxury on Nantucket - read this post.
2 properties one for $15,495,000 finished and one for $18,500,000 as a shell.
Ok, so some of you know that I am on Nantucket taking a little R&R for the next few weeks (if your visiting, make sure to shoot me a note…). Anyway, this a.m. I got a call from industry peer Brian-Logan Reid (call him BL or he will yell at you), and BL told me that there was a magnificent property having a broker open house today and asked if I wanted to join him. Duh, of course!
Let me start off by saying this is one of the most gorgeous properties I have ever seen in person. It started off up the exclusive Heather Lane dirt path heading all the way to the end. A small turn into a narrow bush covered path and voila…an astounding presence of this newly renovated home with plush landscaping and strong stature.
Now the fun part…
With a nice cool ocean breeze (we needed it, it was 80 degrees today) we walked around the brand new lush green lawn to the back porch where Nantucket Real Estate brokers chatted and grabbed a quick snack on the massive covered deck.
I thought to myself…loving these Nantucket open houses….50% of brokers in shorts and a golf shirt, 50% in linen pants and casual button down and 100% in sunglasses & flip flops! What a life…you can see I am pretty into this.
Buenos Aires Real Estate Tour
My Personalized Real Estate Tours in Buenos Aires
I have recently started to offer private, personalized real estate tours which encompasses the most popular areas for buying property in Buenos Aires: Recoleta, Puerto Madero, Palermo (including the trendy areas of Palermo Hollywood, Palermo Soho, and Palermo Viejo) and other up and coming areas of the city.
Or alternatively, you tell me which areas which areas of Buenos Aires you would like to explore, and I will be happy to arrange this for you.
Contact me for further details:
Pericles James
Telephone: 15 4092 7724
From overseas: 54 911 4092 7724
Or: peri_eco2000@yahoo.com.au
Asheville Real Estate, NC Luxury Homes, Private Estates & Investment Realty
Asheville North Carolina Luxury Homes: The tranquil and quiet beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains have long been the place where large Private Estates and Exclusive Luxury Homes blend harmoniously with their natural surroundings. Asheville Real Estate and Luxury homes in Asheville and Hendersonville NC are renowned for their beauty and craftsmanship. Both new and old, these luxurious historic homes of distinction are some of of the finest jewels of Real Estate found in Asheville NC. Properties of astute architectural significance remain a proud legacy throughout our region, as attested to by the financially mobile who have previously enjoyed mansions and opulent hideaways in our gentle green mountains. In brief, you'll like what you see in the mountains.... Come and join us!
San Jose Real Estate cannot be summed up in just one or two words. It is located in a valley and is a thriving metropolis of more than 1 million peopl
San Jose Real Estate cannot be summed up in just one or two words. It is located in a valley and is a thriving metropolis of more than 1 million people. San Jose Real Estate ranges from the lower end condo's right now selling for the upper one hundred thousands to the high end mansions that line the surrounding hills. San Jose is located in Santa Clara county and is part of California real estate. There are some very nice areas in San Jose like Willow Glen, Silver Creek, and the Rosegarden areas. Take care when choosing your San Jose Real Estate because there is a lot to choose from. It is part of the San Francisco Bay area and is only about two hours from Sacramento real estate. San Jose experienced a population boom in the late nineteen eighties during the the technology boom. During this time technology was so on fire that there were years when 6 jobs were created for every San Jose Real Estate housing unit created. As you can imagine this seriously increased the demand for San Jose Real Estate, causing prices to increase to previously unheard of levels. In the last couple of years however San Jose and its real estate have come back down from the heavens. We expect to see some good deals in the not so distant futre. Good luck and happy house hunting.
San Jose Real Estate
San Jose Real Estate cannot be summed up in just one or two words. It is located in a valley and is a thriving metropolis of more than 1 million people. San Jose Real Estate ranges from the lower end condo's right now selling for the upper one hundred thousands to the high end mansions that line the surrounding hills. San Jose is located in Santa Clara county and is part of California real estate. There are some very nice areas in San Jose like Willow Glen, Silver Creek, and the Rosegarden areas. Take care when choosing your San Jose Real Estate because there is a lot to choose from. It is part of the San Francisco Bay area and is only about two hours from Sacramento real estate. San Jose experienced a population boom in the late nineteen eighties during the the technology boom. During this time technology was so on fire that there were years when 6 jobs were created for every San Jose Real Estate housing unit created. As you can imagine this seriously increased the demand for San Jose Real Estate, causing prices to increase to previously unheard of levels. In the last couple of years however San Jose and its real estate have come back down from the heavens. We expect to see some good deals in the not so distant futre. Good luck and happy house hunting.
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
Costa Rica Real Estate
Costa Rica real estate is currently a hot commodity, and it appears that things aren’t going to change any time soon. In recent years especially, Costa Rica has been dedicated to making itself one of the world’s top vacation destinations. With stunning landscapes and a year round climate that is pretty darn agreeable, it’s easy to see why visitors flock here. There are few countries in the world that can top Costa Rica in terms of natural beauty and friendly people, and with tourism booming, enjoying the best that this Central American country has to offer is easier than ever. While there are hotels in Costa Rica to fit most any budget and Costa Rica vacation packages galore, perhaps you will find that your interests here run a little more deep. If that is the case, then perhaps it is high time that you consider the Costa Rica real estate market. Imagine having your own piece of paradise, where you never have to worry about checkout times or availability issues. There is likely a Costa Rica property for sale that will fit your eye, and it never hurts to at least browse through some of the available options.
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
Asheville Real Estate & NC
Homes: The tranquil and quiet beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains have long been the place where large Private Estates and Exclusive Luxury Homes blend harmoniously with their natural surroundings. Asheville Real Estate and Luxury homes in Asheville and Hendersonville NC are renowned for their beauty and craftsmanship. Both new and old, these luxurious historic homes of distinction are some of of the finest jewels of Real Estate found in Asheville NC. Properties of astute architectural significance remain a proud legacy throughout our region, as attested to by the financially mobile who have previously enjoyed mansions and opulent hideaways in our gentle green mountains. In brief, you'll like what you see in the mountains.... Come and join us!
Monday, February 16, 2009
MacDonald Ranch Real Estate
MacDonald Ranch real estate is a Master Planned community in Henderson, NV located South of Green Valley Ranch and North of Anthem. A wide range of resale homes are available in communities such as the Active Adult community of Sun City MacDonald Ranch and The Ultra Luxury MacDonald Highlands where some of the most magnificent Henderson Nv Homes are perched on ridges with incredible views of the entire Las Vegas valley.
In fact, Coldwell Banker Premier recently represented a very well known name in the purchase of a $19 Million Dollar MacDonald Highlands estate that was aproximately 18,300 sq. ft. (We can certainly handle your Luxury Las Vegas Real Estate needs!)
Homes and Communities in MacDonald Ranch
MacDonald Ranch is one of those communities in Henderson, NV that you may not have seen all of the advertising and hype for that you may see for all of the other Master Planned communities in Las Vegas. That's because It's one of those communities that sold itself. With an ideal location near all of the great shopping in Green Valley Ranch, multiple golf courses in this area of Las Vegas and other community amenities, New home builders in MacDonald Ranch did not have a hard time selling their developments.
MacDonald Ranch Real Estate Resources for Residents.
Here is a review of some of the great communities that make up MacDonald Ranch Real Estate in Henderson, NV:
Adobe Hills in Sunridge
Crestmont in Sunridge
Canyons at MacDonald Ranch
Hidden Canyon in Sunridge
MacDonald Country Club
Laurel Hills in Sunridge
MacDonald Highlands
Montana Estates in Sunridge
Montana Manor in Sunridge
Mystic Ridge in Sunridge
The Retreat in MacDonald Ranch
The Reserve
Silver Meadows in Sunridge
Sun City MacDonald Ranch
Sunridge Heights in Sunridge
Terrazo
MacDonald Ranch Real Estate Specialists
Our convenient location of the Coldwell Banker Premier Henderson office is located in the heart of the Master Planned Communities of Henderson, NV. As such, we are the real estate specialists for MacDonald Rach home sellers and for Henderson Home buyers. Please call Paul Francis, CRS at 702.592.3058 for all of your MacDonald Ranch Real Estate needs.
For Sellers, Receive a complimentary Marketing Analysis for your MacDonald Ranch Homes. For Buyers, please submit the information below or call 702.592.3058 for an immediate response and a personalized home search
Sacramento Real Estate
Sacramento Real Estate boasts the capital of California the 9th largest economy in the world. Its major freeways are highway 99, Interstate 5, highway 50 and interstate 80. It is located just over a hundred miles from San Jose Real Estate. Sacramento Real Estate experienced the best of the real estate boom. Home prices in this area were appreciating at staggering levels at the beginning of the century. Fueled by artificially low interest rates Sacramento Real Estate expanded in supply with the addition of thousands of new homes. Now that the boom has passed many of these new homes have not sold and are sitting vacant, some even unfinished on the outskirts of Sacramento. The Sacramento real estate area is home to some of the hardest hit areas of California real estate. Some home prices have already fallen as much as fifty percent. The good news for Sacramento real estate is that the median home price qualifies for a conforming real estate loan. That is a loan under $417,000. This is important because it offers the best rates and the most flexible underwriting. We expect to see Sacramento Real Estate prices continue to drop until winter about March 2010. We believe this is how long it will take to cycle most of the foreclosures Sacramento out of the market.
Sunday, February 15, 2009
Dan Rarey Real Estate
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Clients and Special Projects | Fortune 500 International Corporations to local developers and businesses.
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Expert Witness and Dispute Resolution | We provide Lease Arbitration services and if you need an expert to opine on property value in a trial or deposition setting, call on us to get you through the situation.
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Our expertise includes valuing large and challenging assignments, including but not limited to: Apartment Complexes, Easements and Right-Of-Way Tracts, Ethanol Plants, Food Processing Industry and Related Facilities, Golf Courses, Hotels, Historic Properties, Industrial Properties (50,000 square feet to over 2,000,000 square feet in size), Land (from very small lots to several thousand acres and all types of zoning), Mixed Use Developments, Office Properties, Petro-chemical Related Facilities, Portfolio Analysis, Refrigerated Warehouses, Resort Properties, Residential Large Scale Condominium Projects, Retail Properties (smaller, local properties to super regional malls).
For the Appraisal of Hotels or Resorts, or Commercial real estate appraisals for Hawaii please visit ResortAppraiserExpert or the Hawaii Appraisal Page. |
Welcome to KALYAN:
We have been the pioneers in creating and developing residential layouts that offer a very high appreciation to our customers. Our Plot / land buyers have enjoyed unparalleled appreciation in property prices.
Real Estate Development Software:
ProgLogix provides a web-based and Desktop management system designed to help you speed the development process from site selection and acquisition to design and construction.
For companies that also own and manage properties or provide property management services, ProgLogix provides a centralized system to manage your customers’ entire portfolio.
Manage the development process including site selection, due diligence, acquisition, and initial design. ProgLogix even provides executive reports to rank and rate your potential acquisitions to assist with the selection process and improve your return on investment. Important documents for each property are accessible to the people you allow – including internal employees, consultants, contractors, and even tenants.
Real Estate Software Benefits:• Shorten the time of development• Lower your project cost and risk• Manage unlimited number of properties from one location• Manage the flow of information across all parties involved• Increase efficiency in managing site selection, due diligence, acquisition, and initial design.• Provide controlled access to information to stakeholders (including employees, consultants, contractors, and even tenants)
Real Estate Web Site:Research findings show that 60 percent of home buyers are using the Internet to get home buying information and by 2005, that number will be as high as 80 percent.* Why are home buyers turning to the Internet before talking to their local Realtors? Therefore using real estate software makes a whole lot of sense.
How does a Real Estate web site benefit the customer?
-- Internet technologies make searching easier. Database technologies have enabled brokers, agents and third-parties to distribute and display more information about listings, loans, and other home buying information than ever possible before.-- To make a competitive bid on a home, get the right loan at the right rate, and appear somewhat knowledgeable before making such an investment, many buyers feel that they have to start the information gathering process far ahead of talking to a Realtor.-- Therefore Realtors who have a web site have a competitive edge. -- Where else can buyers take a virtual tour of a home's interior, view loan products and calculators to buy the home, find neighborhood and ask questions of the listing agent all at the same place? This is something akin to the personalized service they receive from a real estate agent.-- Adding to the appeal of the Internet is its 24-hour service, enabling these buyers to do their homework at their own pace. They can search for homes after the children go to bed, or at work using the boss' high-speed Internet access.
How does a real estate web site benefit you as a real estate broker?-- A web site saves time. You don't need to lug out those bulky catalogs for each customer and people putting up their properties for sale. Using real estate software can web enable the whole process. -- You are not restricted to a particular area. A web site lets you explore larger territories. You can sit in an office in a centralized location and manage deals happening around the state/country.
Real Estate
Real Estate Investing Guides
When you have decided to invest in real estate, the first thing you need to decide whether you want immediate profit or profit later. Whether you want to purchase a property and rent it out for a monthly income or you want to purchase a property and resell if for quick profit?
See one example of short-term investment deal. Suppose you have found one home which cost $110,000 but it has a current market value of $130,000. Here if you purchase the home with the cost of $110,000 and sell it for $125,000, then you can immediately earn profit of $15,000. If the whole process ends within the time period of 3 months then it will be called as “flipping properties” and it is very much a short-term investment.
Another type of investment is long-term investment where you purchase a property and then repair it, renovate it to sell later with good amount of profit. For example, you purchase a property at $70,000 and invest another $30,000 in renovations. Now if you can sell the property after few months or years at a cost of $110,000, you can have a profit of $40,000.
So, if you want to invest your money in real estate then find the appropriate type of investment suited to you.
Real Estate Title Transfer
A real estate title indicates both the ownership of the land and provides evidence of that ownership. The deed is the printed document showing ownership, and is the instrument by which title is conveyed. The deed must be recorded, usually at the county courthouse in which the real estate is located.
The title can be transferred to another party either voluntarily, usually as a sale, but sometimes as a gift, or involuntarily, by operation of law.
Involuntary Alienation
Involuntary alienation is the transfer of real estate by law and without the owner’s consent. There are 4 methods by which this is accomplished: foreclosure, eminent domain, adverse possession, and by escheat.
Duties Of the Agent tothe principal
In any real estate transaction involving real estate agents, the agent owes his duty to whomever hires him—the principal. Traditionally, this has been the seller, although many buyers are now hiring their own agents to represent them. The agent’s main fiduciary duty is to represent the principal, but must deal fairly and truthfully with the customer. While both buyers and sellers can have agents, the seller’s agent will generally have more duties because it is the seller that has the property to sell and must be truthful about the property.
The main duty of the seller’s agent is to sell the property for the highest price possible, while the duty of the buyer’s agent is to get the lowest price possible. Because buyers’ agents are usually paid a commission of the sale, the incentive for the buyer’s agent is antithetical to her duty to her client, which is to get the lowest price possible.
The fiduciary duties of a real estate agent are often epitomized by the mnemonic acronym COLD AC: Care, Obedience, Loyalty, Disclosure, Accounting, and Confidentiality.
Since the agent represents the client, the agent must exercise care in effecting a legal transaction to the best of her ability. The principal hires the agent for her expertise in the real estate market, and to follow the law to finalize the purchase or sale of the real estate. However, the agent must carry out these activities according to the wishes of the principal, but within the confines of the law—obedience. Loyalty means that the agent must place the principal’s interest above all others—even her own. If there is any conflict of interest, it is her duty to divulge it to her principal.
Real Estare Mortgage
As the word is commonly used, a mortgage is a loan to buy real property and that is secured by the real property. Real property is land and anything permanently attached to it, such as buildings and trees. A mortgage is actually composed of 2 parts: a promissory note and the mortgage itself, which gives the lender a security interest in the property. The promissory note is a written contract—specifying the details of the loan and your promise to repay the loan to the lender
Mortgages can be categorized in several ways, but the most fundamental and important classification is whether the interest rate is fixed over the term of the loan, or the rate is adjustable. Because a fixed interest rate incurs an interest rate risk to the lender, the longer the period with a fixed interest rate, the higher the interest rate will be.
Conforming or Jumbo Mortgages
Fixed-Rate Mortgage (FRM)
Adjustable-Rate Mortgage (ARM)
Balloon Payment Fixed Mortgages
Real Estate Short Sale
A short sale is a sale of a home by a financially distressed homeowner for less than the amount remaining on the mortgage and on which the lender has agreed to forego the remaining debt, allowing the homeowner to give clear title.
A short sale allows the seller to avoid bankruptcy, but the lender may post a negative item on borrower's credit report, which will lower the consumer's credit score, but not as much as foreclosure. Buyers benefit because they can buy property at a lower cost, and, surprisingly, the lender can benefit also; otherwise, the lender would never agree to it. The lender benefits because a foreclosure can cost as much as $50,000 in foreclosure proceedings and marketing costs, and it might be hard to get a better price through foreclosure, after expenses, when real estate prices are falling and there are already many foreclosed properties on the market.
A lender would only agree, however, to a short sale if the lender believes that the homeowner is not going to be able to continue making payments, because it would be more profitable for the lender if the payments were continued. A short sale is also unlikely if there is a 2nd mortgage on the house, since it would require that the junior lender forgive all or part of the loan, which is unlikely.
Real Estate Agency
To buy or sell real estate, most people use the services of one or more real estate agents. In any real estate transaction, it is important to understand the relationship of the various agents, and to whom they owe a fiduciary duty, and to those who are not represented.
Common and statutory laws governs the relationships in an agency. An agent is one who represents the principal, or client, in a transaction, has a fiduciary responsibility to the principal, and acts on behalf of the principal. The fiduciary duty of the agent to the client is to represent the client to the greatest extent possible within the confines of the law. A customer is the other party to the transaction who is not represented by the agent. Although the agent owes no fiduciary duty to a customer, the seller’s agent must, nonetheless, disclose important information about the property and be honest to the customer. A customer can, and often will, have their own agent. For instance, in a real estate transaction where both the buyer and the seller are represented by agents, the buyer is a customer of the seller and the seller is a customer of the buyer. The seller’s agent owes no fiduciary duty to the buyer and the buyer’s agent owes no fiduciary duty to the seller.
Estates in Land: The Fee Simple Estate and the Life Estate
There are numerous terms that define the different interests in real property, and the most central concept is the estate in land. An estate in land is an interest in real property that allows possession either now or sometime in the future for a specific or unlimited period of time.
A freehold estate is one where the duration of ownership is indeterminate, which could be for a lifetime of an individual or an unlimited duration. In most cases, for instance, the real estate that you buy is a freehold estate.
A leasehold estate lasts for a definite period of time. Leasehold estates include estate for years, estate at will, and estate at sufferance. An estate for years lasts for a definite period of time. For example, a tenant signing a 1 year lease has such an estate in years. An estate at will is one where a tenant can stay until either the tenant or the owner terminates the possession. An estate at sufferance exists when the tenant stays after the lease has expired, in which case, the landlord can expel the tenant at any time.
Strength is in numbersIf the partnership is between stalwarts of quality, each a leader in their respective areas of expertise, then so much the better. Quite like the alliance between the best name in the real estate industry in eastern India- NK Realtors and NAI, one of the top names in the worldwide real estate industry. With the most comprehensive services portfolio in the industry. NK Realtors in keeping with their intrinsic relationship-centric business model, covers the spectrum of real estate- resulting in over 7000 satisfied customer families.
NK Realtors - a saga of SuccessNK Realtors, the Kolkata based real estate company, saw its genesis in 1987. Progressive and dynamic, it is one of the largest vertically integrated real estate services in India. Apart from its headquarters in Kolkata. It has network offices in Chennai, Delhi, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune and Punjab.Nk Realtors firmly believes that this success story owes a lot to one simple consumer insight- the customer seeks a one-stop shop that provides complete property solutions. And that is exactly what NK Realtors offers. Wide-ranging services, single-minded focusWith a single-minded focus on providing complete property solutions and nurturing long-lasting relationships of trust with clients, NK Realtors offers a variety of services that span the spectrum of property needs. This relationship-centric business model translates not merely to transactions, but also to strategic advice, appraisal, valuation, research, management in related fields and much more.Offering the most comprehensive services portfolio in the industry, NK Realtors has negotiated hundreds of land and bungalow deals; sold, leased and rented more than seven million square feet of flats, offices, showrooms, godowns and sheds and is exclusively marketing more than 15 million square feet of residential space, in addition to huge retail transactions.Knowledge base that works for youKnowledge is power. That's a maxim that NK Realtors lives by. This belief has led to the company's in-depth knowledge of the industry. Two decades of experience has resulted in a huge database through a comprehensive coverage of the region spanning diverse pin codes, streets, bylanes to mega residential complexes, offices and showrooms. Direct interaction with buyers and sellers across economic, social and demographic strata has resulted in extensive data on demanded and supply in the real estate market, giving access to information on an overwhelming 90% of the available properties in Kolkata, at any point of time.