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Las Vegas Realtor Leslie Hoke Offers Added Selling Bonus to Agents on Rhodes Ranch Home

Saturday, October 18th, 2014


Las Vegas, NV (PRWEB) October 07, 2014

Las Vegas realtor Leslie Hoke is announcing a price reduction of $ 20,000 for her latest listing located at 366 Apple River Court. The original asking price of the home was $ 419,000, but is now being offered at just $ 399,000 until October 15th. As an added bonus, the sales commission has been increased from the traditional 3% to 4%. For a full price offer, the added percentage point means an additional $ 3,990 in commission.

The 366 Apple River Court property features 3,400 square feet, five bedrooms, a gourmet kitchen, and a 3-car garage on a large cul-de-sac. Its also located in the guard-gated community of Rhodes Ranch, which is one of the most sought after communities in the area, Ms. Hoke said.

The homeowners are aggressively wanting to sell, which is why theyve dropped the price by $ 20,000 until October 15th. At $ 399,000, this home brings a lot of value, Top Las Vegas Realtor Leslie Hoke went on to say.

366 Apple River Court is a 2-story home offering two master suites and a gourmet kitchen featuring a double oven, granite counter-tops, over-sized island, and plenty of cupboard space. The kitchen overlooks a large family room with a gas fireplace, perfect for entertaining. The homeowner and guests are welcomed by a dramatic staircase leading up to the second floor. Natural light fills the home giving it an open, relaxing feel.

The exterior of the home features a large 3-car garage on an over-sized lot, which means plenty of space for toys and parking. The yard is beautifully landscaped with a covered back patio and is large enough for a pool or outbuilding.

Located in Rhodes Ranch, homeowners have access to great amenities including world-class golf, swimming pool, playground for the kids, recreation center, and a state-of-the-art fitness facility. In addition, Rhodes Ranch is filled with miles of peaceful walking trails winding throughout the community.

To learn more about the property located at 366 Apple River Court or want more information on selling a home in Las Vegas, contact Leslie Hoke at 702.321.1763

About Leslie Hoke

Leslie Hoke is an award-winning Las Vegas Realtor and was named Top Las Vegas Real Estate Agent for 2011, 2012, and 2013 by RE/MAX Premier Realty Group. Ms. Hoke holds several certifications in short sales, single family residents, and condominiums. She has been selling real estate in the Las Vegas area for well over a decade after a successful career with the Walt Disney Corporation. Leslie is a member of Greater Las Vegas Association of Realtors and the National Realtor Association. Known for her attention to detail, savvy negotiation tactics, and client communication, Ms. Hoke anxiously looks forward to serving her clients.







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Northern Virginia Real Estate Company Pasquali Realty Group Offers Home Maintenance Tips For New Homeowners

Saturday, October 11th, 2014


Burke, VA (PRWEB) October 02, 2014

Pasquali Realty Group, a Northern Virginia real estate company asks, whether a new homeowner or one for years, think of keeping the home in top shape. It could prevent costly problems down the road — and assist in getting top dollar when it comes time to sell.

The first thing to do is develop and then implement a maintenance plan.

The Insurance Information Institute, the American Society of Home Inspectors, the National Association of Home Builders, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, Freddie Mac and the U.S. Homebuyer Education Center offer a host of maintenance tips.

Water:

Check visible water pipes and sewer lines for cracks, rusting and leaking; turn on faucets to test water pressure and volume; and look for clogged or sluggish drains or dripping faucets. If pipes are galvanized or steel and the house is old, be sure to check carefully along the entire length of the pipe. Wrap the pipes with heating tape every winter and insulate unfinished rooms such as garages if they contain exposed pipes. Also check for signs of leaking or rusting on the water heater.

Electricity:

Check the electrical system’s load center and see if there are fuses or circuit breakers; also check its age and look for signs of wear or exposed wires.

Heat:

Check the heating system for gas leaks and cracks in the heat exchanger. Maintain the furnace, fireplace, boiler, water heater, space heater and wood-burning stove and have the heating system serviced every year. Clean and vacuum dust from vents, baseboard heaters and cold-air returns.

Gas:

Check all smoke alarms, and carbon monoxide detectors. Change the heating and air conditioning filters. Have the appliances inspected for gas leaks and adequate ventilation.

Insulation:

The attic should be five to 10 degrees warmer than outside air. Check weather stripping and caulking around windows and doors and replace or repair it as needed. Also repair broken glass and loose or missing putty on windows.

Basement/Attic:

Well-insulated basements and crawl spacers will protect the pipes from freezing. Check the basement for signs of water leaking, dampness, flooding, dry rot and termites. Check the attic for signs of leaks and any rodent or insect infestation.

Exterior:

Remove all debris from gutters. Maintain the steps and handrails. Inspect the roof for damaged or loose shingles; gaps in the flashing where the roofing and siding meet vents and flues; and damaged mortar around the chimney (especially at the joints, caps and washes). Inspect the home’s exterior walls, looking for possible weather-related damage like cracks and loose or crumbling mortar.

Pasquali Realty Group is an incorporated business that is a subsidiary under NBI Realty, and is currently licensed in both Virginia, and Washington, DC. They are a member of the National Board of Realtors(NAR), Virginia Board of Realtors(VAR), and Northern Virginia Board of Realtors(NVAR).







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Heritage Parade of Homes Entries Showcase Latest New Home Trends

Thursday, October 9th, 2014


Wake Forest & Rolesville, NC (PRWEB) October 01, 2014

The master planned community of Heritage will welcome the 49th Annual Parade of Homes this weekend. For this three-weekend event, Heritage builders will open seven Parade homes for the community to tour. These homes include some of the hottest designs and options, including large master baths with intricate tile detail and separate his/hers vanities, vaulted ceilings with elaborate trim detail on the ceilings, very open kitchens, and outdoor spaces with large stone fireplaces.

The annual Parade of Homes is an opportunity to celebrate the talented craftsmanship we offer, says Andy Ammons, president of Ammons Development Group, Heritage developer. This year our builder teams have beautiful homes with exquisite details on the Parade. We look forward to seeing our neighbors come experience all our community has to offer.

The seven homes are in three Heritage neighborhoods four in Heritage Enclave, one in Heritage Cornerstone, and two in Heritage Way. Each home has been crafted by a member of the Heritage Builder Guild, including Braswell Custom Homes, Capitol City Homes, Cityscape Builders, Homes By Dickerson, L and L of Raleigh, Medallion Construction, and Terramor Homes. Visitors can tour each home and see a range of options from 2,695 to 3,710 square feet and prices from $ 359,900 to $ 594,900.

The Parade of Homes is hosted by the Home Builders Associations of Raleigh Wake County and will take place for from 12 5pm over three weekends October 4 5, 10 12, and 17 – 19. For more information about the desirable lifestyle that can be found in the award winning community, please visit http://www.HeritageWakeForest.com.

ABOUT HERITAGE

Heritage is located near the historic downtown district of Wake Forest, NC and extends into the growing community of Rolesville, NC. This master-planned community is comprised of 37 individual neighborhoods and offers townhomes and single-family homes priced from the $ 160s to the $ 600s. Heritage offers a variety of recreational amenities including golf, tennis, two swim complexes, miles of walking and biking trails, greenways, playgrounds, soccer fields, an amphitheater and a fully stocked fishing pond.

This exceptional community has been named Master Planned Community of the Year, three times in its thirteen-year history by the Home Builders Association and the golf course was given an outstanding 4-1/2 Star rating by Golf Digest Magazine. Heritage was also named Best of the Best Neighborhood and Golf Course by Wake Forest Weekly in 2011, 2012, 2013 and 2014. In 2014 the community was named Top Residential Development by the Triangle Business Journal and one of the Top 50 Master Planned Communities in the. U.S. by John Burns Real Estate Consulting.







Grand Estates Auction Company to Sell South Carolina Oceanfront Luxury Home at August 5th Live Auction

Tuesday, October 7th, 2014


Georgetown, S.C. (PRWEB) July 17, 2014

Grand Estates Auction Company, the industry leader for luxury real estate auctions, announced the August 5th live auction of an elegant four-bedroom Mediterranean beach front home in the privately gated DeBordieu community. With 2,000 square feet of exterior decks, terraces and patios overlooking beautiful ocean views, the home seamlessly blends indoor and outdoor spaces and offers the perfect setting for entertaining in style or just getting away from it all. Buyers will be able to name their price on this South Carolina coastal gem at the live auction to be held on location at 2:00 p.m.

Grand Estates Auction Company homes usually close within 30 days, so one lucky buyer can be enjoying this desirable oceanfront property before Labor Day, stated Grand Estates Auction Company Director of Sales Development Stacy K. Reich. The live auction process provides fair market value in its purest and quickest form, as well as a level of transparency and expediency that the traditional listing process does not provide.

The magnificent home features four bedrooms, four full bathrooms, two half-bathrooms, a gourmet chefs kitchen featuring high-quality appliances, formal dining and living rooms, a great room, a separate office with built-in shelving, terraces, patios and balconies across the entire back of the house, as well as a deck sitting area right on the beach. Architectural design elements include 10 ceilings, hardwood floors, imported stone tiles, an elegant curved staircase with colorful stone tiles and a wrought iron balustrade, stained glass windows, floor-to-ceiling windows, French doors throughout, intricate wrought iron accents, Venetian plaster applications on the walls, custom molding, built-in bookcases, elegant chandeliers, and two fireplaces. Amenities include elevator access to all three levels of the home, heated splash pool with fountain and Jacuzzi jets, a 5-car garage, hurricane shutters and a whole-house back-up generator.

Situated between the picturesque beaches of the Atlantic Ocean and the sunlit river marshes of an extensive wildlife preserve, DeBordieu boasts an unspoiled natural setting. Integrated carefully into this peaceful setting is the DeBordieu Club, which offers an 18-hole championship golf course, 10 tennis courts, a pool, private boating and fishing access, and social activities for all ages. Historic Georgetown and Pawleys Island are just minutes away, while Charleston and Myrtle Beach are within an hours drive. The South Carolina coast offers fishing villages and antebellum mansions to explore, fine dining, quaint shops, and endless recreational activities, including numerous top-rated golf clubs within 15 minutes of the home.

Grand Estates Auction Company has an unsurpassed closing rate in the luxury residential real estate auction industry and specializes in creating comprehensive global marketing campaigns for luxury properties. There are no contingencies, no lengthy negotiations, and timelines for closing are already established. To help buyers make an informed purchase, a comprehensive due-diligence packet is available, and ample time is allotted for tours and inspections prior to the auction. Similar to rare artwork that does not have comparable pieces to set the value, exceptional properties such as this are well suited for auction, where bidders set the market value.

The Georgetown auction will start promptly at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 5th. Provisions for remote bidding can be arranged. The property will be available for prospective bidders to preview beginning Friday, August 1st, at 11:00 a.m., with daily preview times scheduled through the date of the auction. Buyers may contact Grand Estates Auction Companys auction information office to schedule an appointment during one of the preview times at 877-376-9560. A $ 50,000.00 certified check or personal check along with a bank letter of guarantee will be required to register to bid. Real estate agents and brokers are fully protected and encouraged to participate.

Grand Estates Auction Company is the leader in the niche market of auctioning luxury real estate, specializing in properties valued at $ 2 million and above throughout North America, the Caribbean, and select international destinations. Based in Charlotte, N.C., the company was established in 1999 and was the first of its kind. Recent sales include an $ 11 million dollar home in Bay Harbor, Mich., and an upcoming auction on August 12th in Newtown, Conn. For more information and auction details visit http://www.GrandEstatesAuction.com.







Twin Cities Home Builders Remain Confident Regardless of Residential Construction Setbacks

Thursday, September 4th, 2014


Minneapolis, Twin Cities Minnesota (PRWEB) August 31, 2014

Dawdling home sales and a respite in apartment construction triggered a substantial decline in August homebuilding in neighborhoods across the Twin Cities. Levels of permits and home sales aren’t daunting most Minneapolis home builders. The latest housing market index from the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) shows a positive upward trend; Augusts increase in home builder confidence from 53 to 55 is the peak level seen in seven months.

“Today, families looking to buy premium Minneapolis apartment or condos will find a lack of new supply and an increase in demand,” comments Jenna Thuening, owner of Home Destination. “Less than 200 condominiums are currently listed for sale in downtown and the northeast side of the Mississippi River. At the existing pace of metro home sales, that represents a to 2.4 months supply of available inventory, which may be one reason why Minneapolis home builders demonstrates continued confidence in the metro’s real-estate market.”

The latest Keystone Report for the Builders Association of the Twin Cities (BATC), reveals that there were 413 building permits granted for a total of 532 units during four equivalent weeks in the month of August 2014.Across the Twin Cities 3,213 permits have been issued Year-To-Date, coming to a sum of 6,117 units.

Apartment construction comprises the largest sector contributing to the recovery in the Minneapolis St. Paul, Minnesota real estate market in the first half of 2014. Making up a slice of nearly half of all new residential homes constructed in the Twin Cities, the report shows that apartment figures for August have dropped to closer around the quarter of all units built. The declines reflect the nature of construction activity, which can be precarious from one month to another due to its dependence on how many apartment buildings have been permitted.

So far in 2014, levels of new construction activity have been highest in Minneapolis, which is contributed to the high demand for single-family apartment living. As a summary of Augusts construction numbers becomes available, the City of Minneapolis was heads above other residential neighborhoods for having the most units built across the Twin Cities metro – tallying 83 units. Second place goes to Maple Groves 40 units, Blaine ranks third at 32, Woodbury comes in fourth at 26. And Lakeville follows in fifth place with 21 units.

BATC’s Five-Year Comparisons of Building Permits Issued for Twin Cities Residential Construction:


August 2010: 246 Permits and 460 Permitted Units at a value of 92,095,652

August 2011: 256 Permits and 437 90,289,823

August 2012: 385 Permits and 901 Permitted Units at a value of 146,729,664

August 2013: 494 Permits and 1,114 Permitted Units at a value of 175,144,693

August 2014: 413 Permits and 532 Permitted Units at a value of 532

Total permit value is a good barometer that indicates how many dollars are supporting residential construction since it combines both apartments and single family homes into one figure.

Nationally, new home sales declined 2.4 percent compared with last year, according to the National Association of Home Builders. Some housing experts attribute the slowdown in home sales to low levels of available housing inventory. Confined by fewer options, some perspective Twin Cities homebuyers end up waiting to find the home they want to buy. Some guess that the accelerated pace of home prices in comparison to income increases leave other buyers on hold till they can afford to buy a new home.

While there are signs of broader improvement in the economy, locally, underemployment and resultant lower wages keep buyers hesitant, said Shawn Nelson, this years president of the BATC and president of New Spaces, a home renovation firm in Burnsville. Its clear that multifamily construction has kept overall permit numbers somewhat volatile this year.

Predicting how the homebuilding industry will finish out the year, NAHD stated: “Expectations for the next six months increased by two points to 65, the highest since August 2013 and the index for traffic rose three points to 42, the highest since December 2013.” Sentiment expressed by Twin Cities home builders coincides with the national optimism.

Whether home buyers seeking to buy a Twin Cities newly constructed home or an existing home for sale, Home Destination offers guidance. Call and ask for Jenna Thuening at 612-396-7832.







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