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How To Choose A Real Estate Agent

January 14, 2015 by Eric Lowry Leave a Comment

How To Choose A Real Estate Agent

When choosing to buy or sell a home, it is a good idea to hire a real estate agent to represent your best interests. Here are a few tips on how to choose a real estate agent.

References – Talk with the real estate agent’s recent clients. Find out what they thought about the home buying or selling experience with that agent. If you are planning on listing your home for sale, ask what the sale price was in comparison to the list price and how long the house was on the market.

Licensure – You can verify the agent’s licensure with the state. At the state level you can also check to see if there have been any complaints or disciplinary actions taken against an agent.

Designations – Choose a real estate agent whose designations align directly with your needs. For example, if you are a senior citizen, choose a real estate agent that has a SRES designation. This real estate agent has completed training to work specifically with senior citizens. Other designations include agents that work specifially with residential real estate (CRS) and those that work with buyers (ABR).

Experience – Find out how long the real estate agent has been in the business. In addition to years of experience, discover whether or not the agent has experience in the area and type of property you are interested in.

Communication – It is imperative that the lines of communication are always open when buying or selling a home. Timeliness can make a difference between whether a contract comes together or not. Talk with the potential real estate agent and agree on the best method for the two of you to communicate in the quickest manner possible.

We hope these tips on how to choose a real estate agent were helpful. Please share this information with friends and family that may be interested.

The Lowry Team would love the opportunity to help you buy or sell a home. Contact The Lowry Team at 513-874-1830.

The Lowry Team – Keller Williams Realty is an award winning, full service real estate firm specializing in West Chester, Liberty Township, Mason, Monroe and the Northern Suburbs of Cincinnati. The Lowry Team’s culture is that of a fun, high energy group who prides themselves on providing personal, professional real estate service.

Don’t Hire an Agent…Hire a Team. The Lowry Team.

Buyers and Sellers can reach The Lowry Team Keller Williams at 513-874-1830.

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Mason Ohio Real Estate: Mason Ohio Is One Of The Best Places To Live

January 2, 2015 by Eric Lowry Leave a Comment

The Lowry Team Keller Williams – Live In Mason Ohio

Money Magazine ranked Mason, Ohio as 7th in their Best Places to Live – America’s Best Small Towns report. It is the largest city in Warren County and boasts a wide variety of businesses. Excellent employment opportunities, close proximity to both Cincinnati and Dayton, and an excellent school district make Mason, Ohio a desirable place to live.

Mason schools are known for their excellence in academics, athletics and music programs. Students attend the following schools: The Early Childhood Center for Pre-K through 2nd grade, Western Row Elementary for grades 2 and 3, Mason Intermediate School for 4th – 6th grade, Mason Middle School for grades 7 and 8 and Mason High School for 9th – 12 grades.

Mason has been a family friendly neighborhood for many people who work in the Tri-State area. It is conveniently situated between the cities of Cincinnati and Dayton and located just minutes from I-71. Mason is near many shopping, dining and entertainment options such as Deerfield Towne Center and Kings Island.

Mason is home to many parks, golf courses and the Mason Community Center. There are more than a half a dozen parks in Mason, Ohio. Together they add up to over 300 acres of developed parks. Corwin M. Nixon Park is located on Mason Montgomery Road. It consists of over 45 acres of athletic fields, shelters and a public pool.

There are more than half a dozen golf courses within the Mason Ohio city limits. Western Row Golf Course and The Golf Center at Kings Island are both 18 hole public golf courses. The Heritage Club is a private 18 hole golf course located in Mason.

The Mason Community Center is located at 6050 Mason Montgomery Road. It is also home to the Mason Senior Center. This state of the art facility has fitness and aquatic classes, organized sports, senior activities, health classes and screenings, enrichment programs and more.

It is no wonder Money Magazine named Mason Ohio “One of the Best Places to Live” in 2013!

Contact The Lowry Team today to get in touch with a Mason Ohio Real Estate Agent. 513-874-1830

The Lowry Team – Keller Williams Realty is an award winning, full service real estate firm specializing in West Chester, Liberty Township, Mason, Monroe and the Northern Suburbs of Cincinnati. The Lowry Team’s culture is that of a fun, high energy group who prides themselves on providing personal, professional real estate service.

Don’t Hire an Agent…Hire a Team. The Lowry Team.

Buyers and Sellers can reach The Lowry Team Keller Williams at 513-874-1830.

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The Lowry Team :: This Month In Real Estate December 2014

December 31, 2014 by Eric Lowry Leave a Comment

This Month In Real Estate December 2014

Here are just a few of the national real estate numbers we are tracking for you right now.

According to the National Association of Realtors, the number of projected home sales rose to 5.26 million.

The national median house price for existing homes decreased to $208,300. That’s down .4% from last month and up 5.5% from this same time last year.

Finally, according to Freddie Mac, the national average for a 30 year fixed rate mortgage is up from last month to 3.99%

To find out how these numbers affect home prices in our area, contact Eric Lowry, CEO and Listing Specialist of The Lowry Team at 513-874-1830.

The Lowry Team – Keller Williams Realty is an award winning, full service real estate firm specializing in West Chester, Liberty Township, Mason, Monroe and the Northern Suburbs of Cincinnati. The Lowry Team is “Different By Design”… taking a team approach to home buying and selling. The Lowry Team consists of members that are focused on areas of specialization including Listing Specialists, Buyer Specialists, Transaction/Listing Coordinator, Inside Sales Associate and a Marketing Director.

Don’t Hire an Agent…Hire a Team. The Lowry Team.

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New Construction Homes Are More Energy Efficient

December 30, 2014 by Eric Lowry Leave a Comment

Energy Efficient New Construction Homes

According to newhomesource.com, new construction homes are up to 30% more efficient than homes built just 10 years ago. There are many benefits to buying or building a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certified energy efficient new home.

There are plenty of green options such as solar panels, energy efficient windows, and rain collection systems.
You can qualify for a larger home loan when buying or building a home with green features.
A LEED certified energy efficient home can add 9% to your home’s resale value.
You can qualify for tax rebates and incentives. For example, solar energy systems qualify for a tax credit of up to 30% of the cost.
LEED certified homes are designed to be safer and healthier
Energy efficient homes have lower maintenance costs.
Reduce waste and greenhouse gas emissions.
Conserve energy and water.

Overall, buying or building an energy efficient home means lower costs for you today and increased value in the future.

If you have been considering buying or building an energy efficient new home, Contact The Lowry Team of Keller Williams Realty at 513-874-1830.

The Lowry Team – Keller Williams Realty is an award winning, full service real estate firm specializing in West Chester, Liberty Township, Mason, Monroe and the Northern Suburbs of Cincinnati. The Lowry Team is “Different By Design”… taking a team approach to home buying and selling. The Lowry Team consists of members that are focused on areas of specialization including Listing Specialists, Buyer Specialists, Transaction/Listing Coordinator, Inside Sales Associate and a Marketing Director.

Don’t Hire an Agent…Hire a Team. The Lowry Team.

Buyers and Sellers can reach The Lowry Team Keller Williams at 513-874-1830.

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Mason Ohio Real Estate: New Construction Luxury Homes For Sale

December 26, 2014 by Eric Lowry Leave a Comment

New Construction Luxury Homes For Sale In Mason Ohio

New construction is booming! Home builders are meeting the needs of home buyers in every price point. Whether you are looking to buy a luxury home or your very first home, there are great neighborhoods in Mason Ohio that have new construction homes for sale.

Home buyers are choosing new construction because they prefer the modern features, the ability to customize and because new homes generally have less maintenance and repairs.

Other reasons home buyers like to buy new homes include the modern construction standards, being the first to live in the home and living near other new homes. Advanced technology, energy saving appliances and having renewable energy options are also very important reasons why home buyers choose to buy or build a new construction home.

Best of all, a new construction home is designed specifically by you to meet the needs of your family’s lifestyle!

There are a number of neighborhoods in Mason, Ohio that have new construction homes for sale.

Find a new construction luxury home in one of these Mason Ohio neighborhoods:

For more information contact The Lowry Team at 513-874-1830.

The Lowry Team – Keller Williams Realty is an award winning, full service real estate firm specializing in West Chester, Liberty Township, Mason, Monroe and the Northern Suburbs of Cincinnati. The Lowry Team is “Different By Design”… taking a team approach to home buying and selling. The Lowry Team consists of members that are focused on areas of specialization including Listing Specialists, Buyer Specialists, Transaction/Listing Coordinator, Inside Sales Associate and a Marketing Director.

Don’t Hire an Agent…Hire a Team. The Lowry Team.

Buyers and Sellers can reach The Lowry Team Keller Williams at 513-874-1830.

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