5554 Heron Drive, Quail Run Subdivision – New Listing In West Chester, Oh 45069

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New Listing In West Chester, Ohio 45069

 

My Newest Listing…

5554 Heron Drive, West Chester, Ohio

Lakota Schools

$192,500  – Four Bedrooms – Two Full Baths, One Half Bath

Immediate Occupancy, Move In Ready Home In Quail Run Subdivision in West Chester:

  • Terrific Wooded Park-Like Lot
  • Warm, Inviting Family Room w/ Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Formal Living Room and Dining Room
  • Formal Dining Room Features Hardwood Floors
  • Large Island Kitchen w/ Breakfast Bay
  • Master Suite w/ Adjoining Bath & Walk-In Closet
  • Spacious Bedrooms
  • Finished Lower Level Rec Room
  • Large Deck & Patio Overlook Rear Yard 
  • Newer Roof, Gutters, Furnace/AC & Garage Doors
  • New Carpet Throughout
  • Close To Schools, Shopping, Dining & Expressways!

Looking for more information about this or any other home listed for sale, just call me or email me!

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1st Half 2008 Home Sales For West Chester & Liberty Township, Ohio

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1st Half 2008 Home Sales For West Chester & Liberty Township, Ohio

 
 

Jan-June 2007

Jan-June 2008

+ / –

Closed Units

692

607

-12.28%

Average Sale Price

$244,219

$229,711

-5.94%

Average Days On Market

82

84

+2.44%

Average List to Sale Price %

96.54%

95.79%

-.75%

 Sales were down for the 1st half of 2008 when compared to the 1st half of last year.  This should come as no surprise to anyone.  Everywhere you look and/or read the message is the same for the most part. (Some of the reports make things out to be worse than others). Unit sales (closings)  were down 12.28% in West Chester and Liberty Township. 

Does this mean that you won’t be able to sell your home if you need to?  It most certainly does not.  I am successfully selling homes each and every month of this year and some of them pretty quickly.  What all of this does mean is: (1.) you must prepare your home for the market (2.) you must price it properly and (3.) you need a strong marketing effort.

Average sale prices were down 5.94% for the 1st half of 2008 when compared to the same period in 2007. There is no way to paint this statistic in a good light.  This is a large decrease in the average sale price for West Chester and Liberty Township homes. Again, this emphasizes the need to price your home correctly in today’s market.  Thinking of selling?  Click here to learn the current market value of your West Chester and Liberty Township. Ohio home.

Interest rates continue to be very volatile.  In the last week I have seen rates move lower to 6.20% for a 30 year fixed rate mortgage from a recent high of 6.55%.  The rates are changing daily.  If you need a referral to a good lender with competitive rates and closing costs please let me know.  Mortgage rate locks can become crucial right now. Read this article in my August online newsletter.

Your questions and comments are always welcome!

1st Time Home Buyer Tax Credit For West Chester & Liberty Township, Ohio

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The recently enacted housing bill that was passed by congress has created a lot of questions.  In particular regarding the 1st time home buyer credit.

Here are some resources to get the answers you may need:

Here is a 1-page summary of the First-time Home buyer Tax Credit

Also, this can be very important to read and understand:

29 Questions/Answers on the tax credit.

And finally here is a great article from the Washington Post which is very informative.  There is a lot to understand about this tax credit.  Be sure that you have all the facts!

Before You Take That New Housing Credit . . .

Are you a 1st time homebuyer with questions about getting pre-approved or just where to start?  Let me know how I can help.  Calls and emails are always welcome.

8215 Lindfield Drive, Beckett Station Subdivision – New Listing In West Chester, Oh 45069

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New Listing In West Chester, Ohio 45069

My Newest Listing…

 

8215 Lindfield Drive West Chester, Ohio

Lakota Schools

$289,900  – Four Bedrooms – Two Full Baths, One Half Bath

Immediate Occupancy, Move In Ready Home In Beckett Station Subdivision in West Chester:

  • Beautiful Custom Built Home
  • Warm, Inviting Family Room w/ Gas Fireplace
  • Formal Living and Dining Rooms
  • Large Kitchen Features Corian Counters, New Stainless Steel Appliances, Breakfast Bay & Planning Desk
  • Master Suite w/ Adjoining Whirlpool Bath & Walk-In Closet
  • Private 1st Floor Study Located In The Rear Of The Home
  • Terrific Three Seasons Room
  • Large Park-like Wooded Lot
  • Cul-de-Sac Street
  • One Year Home Warranty
  • Close To Schools, Shopping, Dining & Expressways!

Looking for more information about this or any other home listed for sale, just call me or email me!

 

 

6184 Hillsdale Lane – Beckett Station – New Listing In West Chester, Oh 45069

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New Listing In West Chester, Ohio 45069

 

My Newest Listing…

6184 Hillsdale Lane West Chester, Ohio

Lakota Schools

$259,900  – Five Bedrooms – Three Full Baths, Two Half Baths

$249,900  Reduced $10,000!

Immediate Occupancy, Move In Ready Home In Beckett Station Subdivision in West Chester:

  • Bright, Open Floor Plan
  • Warm,Inviting Family Room w/ Fireplace
  • Formal Living and Dining Rooms
  • Large Kitchen Features Stainless Steel Appliances, Breakfast Bay & Planning Desk
  • Cathedral Master Suite w/ Adjoining Whirlpool Bath & Walk-In Closet
  • 1st Floor Bedroom w/ Adjoining Full Bath & Walk-In Closet
  • Finished Lower Level w/ Half Bath
  • Cul-de-Sac Street
  • One Year Home Warranty
  • Close To Schools, Shopping, Dining & Expressways!

Looking for more information about this or any other home listed for sale, just call me or email me!

1st Time Home Buyers Do’s and Don’ts For West Chester & Liberty Township, Ohio

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First Time Buyers’ Dos And Don’ts

If you are a first time home buyer, you have a lot to learn.

Working from a blank slate you must build an understanding of the housing market, determine what you can afford, land a loan and hone in on a home that’s a good fit for your lifestyle.

The transaction will likely become your largest asset ever so there’s little room for error.

It is a daunting task, but you can ease your concerns if you take the process step-by-step, watching your footing as you move along the path toward the American Dream.

Below is a list of “Dos and Don’ts” to help 1st time home buyers turn that stress into the self-confidence you’ll need to move closer to your first home.

The list focuses on areas 1st time home buyers typically stumble over in their initial home buying attempt. Knowing what you could face will help you avoid some of those trip ups.

The Dos:

DO examine your credit standing. You need to know your credit standing…

 Also, FHA financing has really started to become the financing choice for a very large part of the homebuying market.  While it’s not just for 1st time homebuyers, it is perfect for them.  Read more about FHA financing here

As always your comments and questions are welcome!