Some interesting stats from NAR!

Among the findings of NAR’s “American Attitudes About Homeownership” survey:

• The vast majority of both home owners and renters say that owning a home is a smart decision over the long term. Even in today’s challenging economy, 95% of owners and 72% of renters believe that over a period of several years, it makes more sense to own a home.
• Home owners are much more likely to be satisfied with the quality of their family and community life than renters. While more than half of owners (56%) are “very” or “extremely” satisfied with the overall quality of their family life, only about one-third (36%) of renters report the same levels of satisfaction. Also, 43% of home owners are “very” or “extremely” satisfied with their community life, compared with 30% of renters.
• An overwhelming majority of home owners are happy with their decision to own a home. A full 93% of owners surveyed would buy again.
• Most renters aspire to home ownership. The majority of renters (63%) say they are at least somewhat likely to purchase a home at some point in the future. Among them, young adults (18- to 24-years-old) have the strongest aspirations for home ownership.

The survey also confirmed that home owners and renters continue to have concerns about the economy:

• In today’s market, many aspiring home owners face worries about job security and credit worthiness. Among renters who are “very” or “extremely” likely to buy a home in the future, three out of five consider confidence in job security or creditworthiness to be an obstacle.
• Home owners and renters both believe that the mortgage interest deduction should not be targeted for change. 74% of owners and 62% of renters say it’s “extremely” or “very” important that the MID remain in place.

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Jessica Riffle Edwards

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TODAY Show Blog Features Jessica

The TODAY Show blog features Jessica...

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You might discount yourself into a failed listing.

Scheduling an appointment to show a house should be easy, right? Not always. Sometimes choosing a "discount company" discounts the sellers right out of the market. The house I attempted to show had been on the market for about a month and I am guessing they were wondering why no one was showing it. Even worse, there was no way to submit an offer, no contact person, no agent, no seller info. In the location and price point it should have been shown many times and maybe had an offer. Sellers: Don't cut yourself short to save a few thousand dollars. If you are offering buyer agent fees and paying something to the discount house, why not give your home, probably your biggest assett, the credit it deserves to have it marketed and SOLD properly. It is amazing how many times I see listings that are listed with a fee agency or discount broker and the zip code is wrong or there are no inside pictures. If a 12 year old can sell a baseball better on EBay, what in the world are you doing?!?

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Feedback Standards

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Lenders reputation or lack of can tell you the bigger story, not what they promise.

When deciding on a lender for you home purchase it is important to keep in mind the reputation, or lack of, that the lender has. Often choosing someone who will cut fees and agrees to this and that, etc, that other lenders will not comes back to bite you at the closing table....if you get that far. Too many times when someone goes with the person who cuts this and that and promises all these things ends up coming to a hault half way through the process when the lender all of sudden says "oh, well that wont actually work, or we can't actually get that rate or do this bc of whatever". You want a lender who is reputable and more importantly someone who will get you exactly what they told you.....no surprises and no oopsie's. Save $300 today maybe cost you $3000 before the process is over.

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Put it away...your doll collection is distracting from selling your home.

Put it away! Collectibles and trinket collections are so distracting and draw attention away from what buyers are supposed to be looking at...your home!

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What the *&% is the smell?

Sellers: If you are trying to sell your house than keep in mind that some people may not like the lilac scent of a plug in that you have in every outlet of your house. Also, buyers may not stay and actually take a good look at your home is if smells like tonights dinner....sauerkraut and pork anyone? Smell in one of the 5 senses....that mean...yucky smell equals not a good emotional connection. If you want to sell you home take out the trash and keep the scent neutral.

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Investors take inventory of your tenants...

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Wilmington housing market seeing signs of comeback

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News 14 Carolina

If you are in Wilmington, NC or the surrounding area be sure to check out News 14 Carolina, a Time Warner Cable channel, tonight starting at 5. I met with a reporter from News 14 Carolina today to discuss the market activity we have been experiencing. The story should run continuesly this evening and maybe online as well. Don't miss it! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_qBK_RDeIs0

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Negotiations are often the most important factor in a real estate transaction

Negotiations are often the single most important piece to any real estate transaction. Terms of the contract, dates, price, inspection items, and repairs are all things that your Realtor must negotiate for you. If your agent does not have strong negotiating skills you could be leaving a lot on the table and not getting everything you could. Also, you must be able to trust that your agent knows the best negotiation tactics to get you what you want.
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Honey, I don't "do"computers...Wilmington, NC

Is it possible for someone to be a real estate agent and not use a computer...at all. No way! Not in my book. I cannot even begin to imagine how you could function...at all.
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Remove by request, no need to yell at me!

If you wish to be removed from receiving any emails....even if you requested to receive them....all to have to do is let me know. Reply to an email or talk to me about it. No problem. Why would I want to send emails to someone who doesn't want them? That would be a waste of time. I do not need yelled at to follow a request. I can hear if you speak normally.

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Real Estate Flyers...Are they worth it?

Do you often see flyer boxes next to for sale signs that are empty or the flyers are wet and stuck together? If you were really interested in a house don't you think you would call the listing agent for more info or your own buyer's agent? If you are a seller wouldn't you want someone to speak with your agent or an agent on duty in regards to your house rather than grabbing a flyer and driving off? I think they are a waste...what about you? If you have any comments or disagree, please feel free to email Jessica at JessicaRiffle@SeaCoastRealty.com.

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Open for Business, Realtor Hours, Wilmington, NC

As a Realtor, my office hours are never set in stone. In fact, often, my "office hours" doesn't mean I am actually in the office. I am available by cell phone daily from 8am until 10pm. Other than that my "work hours" change from day to day. Sometimes, I may be in the office or on appointments listing homes or showing homes until 8 o'clock at night. Other days I may be done working at 5 or 6. The same goes for morning. Sometimes I am in the office most of the day and others hardly at all. So, when working with a Realtor, it is best to not feel like you are "bothering them" or "making them stay late" in the evenings. Part of my job is to be available at times convenient for my clients. All you have to do is ask and if I am available at that time, I will be happy to accomodate your schedule.

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Resale Value Always Important to Think About When Buying

Resale value matters even if you have no plans to resell anytime soon.

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Relationships Among Realtors Just Like a Playground, Wilmington, NC

It is so important for Realtors to have awesome reputations and relationships in order to best serve their buyer and seller clients. I think it is just like the playground...no one wants to play with the kid that pushes and shoves and is mean to everyone. If you are not easy to work with and not well respected then other agents won't want to show and sell your listings. Also, it will be harder for you to get the deal your buyer wants if you can't communicate nicely and work with the other agent.

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OPEN HOUSE EXTRAVAGANZA!

Wow! Check out Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Realty's Open House Extravaganza going on all weekend long! There will be over 100 homes open today and tomorrrow across the Wilmington region. I have a few featured listings that are priced to sell and will be open this weekend. I have included these below. For a complete list of all open houses this weekend, click here!

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1307 Portside Drive ~ $325,000

OPEN Sunday 1-4

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1303 Kingfisher Court ~ $390,000

OPEN Saturday 10-12 and Sunday 1-3

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225 Oakhurst Road ~ $245,000

OPEN Sunday 1-4

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