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Springfield Missouri Real Estate News
Welcome to... 1970-01-01 00:59:59 Springfield Missouri
Real Estate
News Welcome
to Greene and Christian County, Missouri!!The Springfield Multiple Listing System includes the following cities in and around Springfield: Republic, Nixa, Ozark, Rogersville, Highlandville, Spokane, Strafford, Clever, , Mansfield, Battlefield, Seymour, Fordland, Willard, Ava, Billings, Marionville and many more.Homes in Springfield and surrounding cities are still selling well. Statistics show:October 2005, in Christian County, 152 homes sold, average sold price of $153,534, with a market time of 58 days. In October 2006, 100 homes sold, average sold price of $177,382, with a market time of 69 days.In Greene County, in October 2005, 424 homes sold, average sold price of $140,330, with a market time of 48 days. In October 2006, 367 homes sold, average sold price of $131,565, with a market time of 54 days.The declines in prices served to underscore the severity of the correction in the once-booming housing market, which had seen sales Read more:Springfield
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Springfield Missouri Real Estate News
Welcome ... 1970-01-01 00:59:59 Springfield Missouri
Real Estate
News Welcome
to Greene and Christian County, Missouri!!My real estate business has been sluggish the past few weeks. I read articles every day on how to cope in a slowing market. A few tips are: Reduce advertising spending, call past clients more frequently, get out in front of more people to meet the fewer buyers, and build a sphere of influence. Working on each of these goals on a daily basis may not seem successful, but it works. Here's a great article I received this week. Alan Greenspan was in the news a few weeks ago saying the current economic downturn was "likely temporary." Greenspan also noted the worst of the housing market slump is likely past us. During a Q&A session at the annual Charles Schwab Impact conference in Washington, DC Mr. Greenspan stated, "The economy is obviously going through a significant slowing period, which as best I can tell is more than Likely temporary. And while the housing market is not out of the woods ye Read more:Springfield
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I Have The Best Builder - An Ex-Realtor!
Worki... 1970-01-01 00:59:59 I Have The Best Builder
- An Ex-Realtor
! Working several years with an ex-realtor that started building homes and wanted me to list his houses. I was a little taken back, when I met with him, to realize that he had watched my advertising and knew my listing strategy. Knowing the market, I was able to preview his homes and tell him how to price his homes. This year, I currently have two homes on the market, in Nixa, Mo. one I just received an offer on this last week. My assistant could not get him on the phone, so she went to his house and rang the door bell. First thing she heard was the baby start to cry. The builder's wife answered the door, looking a little upset because she had woke the baby. My assistant told her she had a full price offer, close in 3 weeks. The builders wife's grabbed her and danced her around. She said, I don't care if you did wake the baby....we have an offer!In today's market, we have to educate all the sellers. I am blessed to have a builder t
Local Housing Bubble Hasn't Burst
I read a great ... 1970-01-01 00:59:59 Local HousingBubble
Hasn't Burst
I read a great article that only reaffirms what I am seeing in the real estate market for Springfield Missouri. The article was written by Martin Crutsinger, The Associated Press, published in the Springfield Newsleader and states that nationally, home prices are dropping, but in Springfield they are still rising.Martin Crutsinger The Associated Press Post CommentWashington — The median price of a new home plunged in September by the largest amount in more than 35 years, even as the pace of sales rebounded for a second month.The Commerce Department reported that the median price for a new home sold in September was $217,100, a drop of 9.7 percent from September 2005. It was the lowest median price for a new home since September 2004 and the sharpest year-over-year decline since December 1970. The weakness in new home prices was even sharper than a 2.5 percent fall in the price of existing homes last month, which had been the biggest drop on record. Read more:Local
Kay Van Kampen Attends Re/MAX Success Convention
... 1970-01-01 00:59:59 Kay Van Kampen Attends Re/MAX SuccessConvention
Kay Van Kampen and two members of her team, Rhonda Jones and Lina Robertson attended the Mid States RE/MAX Success Convention October 2 and 3rd, 2006 at the Chateau on the Lakes in Branson, Missouri. At the convention, they attended several classes on new technology including safety classes for Realtors. Kay Van Kampen was also on a panel with two other agents, along with David Teefy, developer of the new RE/MAX website discussing how the new site has increased their business. The new website is allowing the public to search for homes in their own areas and overseas in 60+ countries. Agents are finding the website is an added bonus to their business. Check out Kay's site at: kayvankampen.com.
Welcome to Greene and Christian County, Missouri!!... 1970-01-01 00:59:59 Welcome to Greene
and ChristianCounty
, Missouri
!!The Springfield Multiple Listing System includes the following cities in and around Springfield: Republic, Nixa, Ozark, Rogersville, Highlandville, Spokane, Strafford, Clever, , Mansfield, Battlefield, Seymour, Fordland, Willard, Ava, Billings, Marionville and many more.Over the past year the average market time is 63 days and the average sold price is $147,316. Christian County is one of the fastest growing counties in Missouri. We are close to Branson, Missouri, several lakes, Silver Dollar City and Bass Pro Shops. We have excellent schools, beautiful countrysides, affordable homes, and a wide variety of music entertainers and restaurants. Read more:Welcome
Welcome! As an experienced realtor of 18 years, I... 1970-01-01 00:59:59 Welcome! As an experienced
realtor of 18 years, I write ads every day. I am constantly trying to find different ways to describe every new listing and ways to describe how great this listing will be once it becomes a home to the proud new owners. Writing an ad that draws attention and is full of information, yet short and to the point is difficult to do when you have a great home to talk about. Let's see if this works.Our new listing is this 2200 square foot 4 bedroom, 2 bath brick ranch in one of the finest neighborhoods in Ozark. The home, which has an unassuming charm that complements the environment, offers an open floor plan, formal dining room with high ceilings and hardwood floors. The focal point of the living room is the gas log fireplace. An enclosed patio has been added for additional living space. A large kitchen offers marble countertops, a center island, and oversized informal dining area. Top it all off with a 3 car garage. See all the amenities this great home has t Read more:Welcome
Residential Sales Trends
In a letter from a loan... 1970-01-01 00:59:59 Residential SalesTrends
In a letter from a loan officer friend of mine, I am excited to learn that the current real estate housing market in Springfield, Missouri and surrounding counties is still pretty steady when compared to August 2005. The growth in the "average sales price" of houses has slowed. The number of houses sold in our area is still steady or slightly increasing, and the average sales price is still increasing, just not at the rates we have seen over the last 3 years. This is good news to us, as there are markets in the U.S. that have seen their number of sales as well as "average sales prices" decline over last years numbers.According to the Greater Springfield Board of Realtors, the majority of our current listings (53%) are still in the very strong market of $120,000 to $300,000. However, there is a 10% increase in inventory on houses listed above $300,000. Homes under $120,000 only include (33%) of the market. These homes usually do not remain on the marke
View of Ozark Mountains!!
On A Clear Day You Can ... 1970-01-01 00:59:59 View of Ozark
Mountains!!On A Clear
Day You Can See Forever! You could travel the world and find little to compare with the peace and tranquility of this lovely spot. A sturdy all brick 4BR, 2 1/2 bath ranch set amidst 5 acres. With unsurpassed hillside views and a home anyone would be proud to call their own, it's the perfect blend of privacy and convenience. Located minutes of south Springfield Missouri. Best of all it's brand new, priced at only $299,900. To preview this and other homes go to: www.kayvankampen.com or see this home directly at: 188SettingSun.com.
Preparing For a Quick Sale!
In today's market,... 1970-01-01 00:59:59 Preparing For a Quick
Sale!In today's market, if you want to sell your home fast, there are a few very important things you can do.Improve the home before it goes on the market. Make sure the buyer gets a great first impression the minute he drives up to the home. Visit other homes in the neighborhood and compare them to the type of home that you own. Stage the home so the buyers are impressed the minute they walk into the front door.Be the best home for the least amount of money. If you have a great home, make sure it's priced to sell competatively with newer homes. You'll usually have extra's that newer homes are missing in the same price range. Moving the home faster will also save additional house payments and possibly allow you to take advantage of the lower prices to purchase your new home.Market incentivies to the buyer right up front. This will let the buyers know you really want to sell and are willing to negotiate a little.Offer bonuses or higher commissions. Agen
On To Berlin!!!!!!!!!!
My fearless leader (my... 1970-01-01 00:59:59 On To Berlin
!!!!!!!!!!My fearless leader (my broker) is always quoting parts of the movie "Patton" and letting me know "anything is possible". So I have spent the weekend working on my business plan for 2007 and new resolutions. I've used the same plan for several years. Here are a few items I plan to focus on this year.1. Look eagerly ahead to 2007. Plan to eliminate everything that didn't work and try something new. 2. Improve on my business plan and stick with it. Check it monthly. I am putting it in my daytimer this year. Seeing it daily will help me stay the course.3. Walk away from over priced listings. Over the years, I have never given up trying to sell an over priced home. Educated clients that really want their home to sell, adjust the price themselves. 4. Upgrade my team's technology. I'm thinking of laptops or notebooks. Most of them already have Treo's, electronic tape measurers, etc. 5. Focus on Sellers. Sellers want the most for their $$$$$$! The
I Quit Real Estate!
I'm sure everyone at one tim... 1970-01-01 00:59:59 I Quit Real Estate
!I'm sure everyone
at one time or another has quit real estate. I decided to quit this year. Calculating what I would do with the rest of my life, I started reading about everything real estate related. I read "I Quit Real Estate" by Floyd Wickman. I read Your Management Sucks" by Mark Stevens. Every article I read made it sound like the authors were speaking directly to me. Then I found Active Rain.The truth is that I have worked for almost 20 years selling Springfield Missouri Real Estate, and building a great real estate business to find out I can't quit. I forgot one thing: I Love my job!! Building a great team, I assumed they would be as passionate about selling real estate as I am. I also forgot, as individuals, no one has the same goal..... Imagine that!I also realized my philosophy about real estate remains the same as it did the day I started. 1. Make money.2. Service the client to the best of my ability.3. Maintain a good reputation.4. E
Office Competition - Motivational and Effectiv... 1970-01-01 00:59:59 Office Competition - Motivational
and EffectiveRead an article from a fellow realtor, Randy L. Prothero about helping new realtors. It reminded me of my first years as a realtor. I worked in a small office with several top producers. Having no knowledge of how to list or sell real estate, I started watching the other agents, listening to how they handled details, doing their open houses, and basically eaves dropping on them. My office wasn't big on training - they just threw us to the wolves and hoped we would come back with a listing or sale. As a highly competitive person, ending up last was not on my "most wanted" list.As I progressed, top producers started watching me. If they did something successful, I'd try it. If I did something different, they would try it. It wasn't long before we started having friendly office competition among ourselves. We never talked opening to each other about it - we'd eat lunch and stare at the Listing / Sales board to see wha
Beautiful Log Home In Christian County!!!
Now yo... 1970-01-01 00:59:59 Beautiful Log Home In ChristianCounty
!!!Now you don't have to dream about owning a fabulous log home - it's right here!! Located minutes south of Springfield Missouri, on beautiful open and wooded acreage, semi-secluded, with an open floor plan. A virtual tour is available for viewing at www.kayvankampen.com.Custom built with 4500 Sq Ft m/l with a fantastic great room, boxcar ceiling, solid oak floors, knotty pine cabinets, amazing catwalk, antique door knobs, 6 panel knotty pine doors, 2 x 12 rafters, 2 x 6 walls, 3 sources of heat, 30 x 40 detached garage with concrete floor. Priced with 5 or 15 acres. Read more:Beautiful
Bare Feet Wiggling in the grass (or snow), and o... 1970-01-01 00:59:59 Bare Feet Wiggling in the grass
(or snow), and over a half acre for your children to roam on this pleasant, wooded site. Besides the large family room, there is a large bedroom that could be a family room for a rainy-day playroom. Incidentally, the house has 3BR, 2 baths, a double garage, and a lot more for optimum family living. Located in Nixa, Missouri, it's updated and ready for new owners!
Common Closing Costs in Springfield Missouri?
Rea... 1970-01-01 00:59:59 Common Closing Costs
in SpringfieldMissouri
?Read a great article from Neal Pender that made me compare closing fees to his in North Carolina.Every state, county and city has different closing costs that apply for buyers and sellers. In Springfield Missouri
, for the seller, some will be fixed expenses while others depend on the selling price. Below, is a summary of the sellers most common closing fees.Closing Fee: In our market, typically the seller chooses where they close, usually with a local title company. The title search fee ranges from $150 to $200 depends on the type of closing. If there is a 1031 Tax Exchange, the closing fee might be higher.Repair Items: Contracts used by the local Springfield Missouri MLS, allow the buyer to conduct any inspections they choose at their own expense. The items found which are in need of immediate repair will typically be requested to be negotiated between buyer and seller. If wood destroying insects are found (especially termites), a Read more:Common
Rustic Retreat on 52 Acres!
A Rustic Lane
le... 1970-01-01 00:59:59 Rustic Retreat on 52 Acres
! A Rustic Laneleads to this very private place with peaceful woods and a cedar home set in a sun-streaked glen. This beautiful acreage site is home to a host of friendly forest creatures. The 1,568 square foot, 3BR home has 2 baths sheathed in tile, a bright open concept plan with high ceilings and walls of glass that make nature your decorator, large double garage, and the most modern amenities and conveniences. If ever there was a "MUST SEE". To see details of this beautiful property visit: Jonesville Road. View the virtual tour.The home can be purchased with 5 Acres or 10 Acres. Located in Christian County, Missouri, south of Springfield and north of Branson, Missouri.
Springfield Mo. Real Estate - I Love Old Buildi... 1970-01-01 00:59:59 Springfield Mo. Real Estate
- I Love Old Buildings!Don't you wish you could have watched some of the old buildings in Springfield being constructed. Imagine how difficult it was without all the conventional means we have now! Here is one of our greatest sites - Springfield City Hall. Take and tour and enjoy! Read more:Springfield
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If I Had A Hammer!! Safety First!
One of the thin... 1970-01-01 00:59:59 If I Had A Hammer
!! SafetyFirst
!One of the things that is sometimes overlooked is the safety of realtors when showing property.One of the experiences I've had years ago, happened on a Saturday afternoon. I was in my office catching up on clients, when I left the front door unlocked. A middle aged man came in demanding someone help him. I walked him back up to the conference room ( lots of windows) and sat down to listen to him. He was upset because he couldn't get anyone to show him property that day - described he wanted a home with acreage, off the main highway, and would spend up to $300,000 for it. WOW! I had a ready, willing and able buyer!!!!!! Landed right in my lap. I had just pulled up the perfect listing for another client. Not hesitating I showed it to him and he wanted to see it immediately. Calling the seller, we headed off.He loved the property! We looked at everything. On the way back, he explained that he had left his check book back in Illinois, for me
Clean Up Your Act!
I've had help from a realto... 1970-01-01 00:59:59 Clean Up Your Act! I've had help from a realtor friend of mine, Steve Dalton on compiling a list of requirements in order to successfully close a new construction home.Real Estate in Springfield Missouri is no different here than any other area and is not kind when we fail to record or provide certain information to the buyer. In order to avoid problems down the road, especially when the buyer decides to sell, take a little time out to :1) Follow up with the title company to make sure all well agreements, well agreements and association articles were recorded and mailed to all parties.2) Check with the new buyers to see if they received copies from the title company. Sometimes, the seller promises to record them himself, and never does.3) Have a check list to follow to avoid a problem in the future.4) Extra garage door openers and the codes so they can be reprogrammed. 5) Photos of the home while under construction. 6) Home Warranty Manual spelling out what things are covered f Read more:Clean
Sooner Or Later?
I've sold many homes over the y... 1970-01-01 00:59:59 Sooner Or Later?I've sold many homes over the years and I've always wondered why some home owners overlook normal wear and tear items. In the Springfield Real Estate market, homes are usually inspected once the home goes under contract. Many problems could be avoided if the home was inspected prior to being put on the market. Homes that get a clean bill of health once a contract is pending give the home buyer a sense of satisfaction, knowing they are purchasing a home. For more information on home repairs, see: kayvankampen.com
How To Improve The Value Of Your Property!
As I ... 1970-01-01 00:59:59 How To Improve
The Value
Of Your Property!As I list homes, I usually go thru the home looking for small details that a potential buyer might view as a problem. Other than a homeowner's regular maintenance of the home, the one factor that really determines price is market conditions. Other factors are:1. Condition of the home2. Certain improvements3. Location and neighborhood conditionsMarket prices increase when it becomes a Seller's market - a strong economy and increase in home sales. Factors that improve the value of a home above the cost of improvements are:1. Remodeling the bathrooms.2. Adding a bathroom 3. A master suite that includes a full bathRemember: Plan well and do quality work. Check out your contractor, prior to hiring them. A bad remodeling job could decrease the value of your home instead of increase.If you would like a home evaluation, please contact me at kay@morehomeinfo.com or visit my website: www.kayvankampen.com
"First Time Home Buyer" - Timing Is Everything!
... 1970-01-01 00:59:59 "First
Time Home Buyer
" - Timing
Is Everything
!My assistant is currently working with a "First Time
Home Buyer". She has him prequalified, discussed buyer's agency, explained the closing procedure and he's ready to buy a home. So far, timing has been his greatest enemy - as they find one he likes, another offer is accepted. Now, my assistant checks before showing and as they race back to the office, she checks again. They've missed buying two homes. This week, they wrote another offer, only to find out that the home is getting a new sewer - and a new sewer fee! The seller thought because they were already hooked to the line, they shouldn't have to pay any additional fee. Without thorough investigating, the buyer could have ended up paying an unexpected bill.What can a Real Estate Agent do to help you buy the right home for you?First, they can introduce you to a great lender - get you prequalified and determine what payment is comfortable for you.They can work for you as a bu
Springfield Missouri Ice Storm - 2007
Mother Na... 1970-01-01 00:59:59 Springfield Missouri
Ice Storm
- 2007Mother Nature is in the process of pruning her trees! Since the ice storm over the weekend, I am spending several hours a day making sure all the unoccupied homes that we currently have on the market are winterized and ok.Yesterday, we actually showed a few homes, then worked thru each home, shutting off the water and gas, if the homes are out of electricity. Pulling limbs off the roofs and checking on some of the elderly people we know.Here are a few photos of Springfield Missouri
that we photographed today. I am still without power at my own home, except for a Brand New Generator that came in today! Hopefully we'll be back to normal in about a week. Some of the residence think it will take several months to clean all the debris!On the bright side, we have been blessed with an abundance of help. Read more:Springfield
Where There's Light - There's No Phone?
Yeah!!... 1970-01-01 00:59:59 Where There's Light - There's No Phone?Yeah!!!!! We have electricity! Not So Fast! There's no telephone at home yet! @#$%? Thank goodness I have a cell phone. I am spending a large part of my day, making sure that all our listings are not damaged. And I'm getting a lot of calls of what to do to make sure the homes are kept from any further damage. Here are some tips Courtesy of Disaster Response Handbook.Ice, Snow, Cold and StormsAlternative Heat Sources Frozen Plumbing Freezers During Power Outage Ice and Snow Accumulations on Roofs Farm Practices During Ice and Snow Evaluating Ice Damage to Forest Stands Managing Storm-Damaged Urban Trees What to Do During a Power Failure on the Farm Tree Removal Following a Storm Electrical Safety During a Flood or Ice Storm OSHA's Tips for Keeping Workers Safe in the ColdIf you have an interesting tale to tell about Springfield Missouri, I'd like to hear about it.
ARE YOU IN THE DARK?
As I sit here tonight rocki... 1970-01-01 00:59:59 ARE YOU IN THE DARK?As I sit here tonight rocking and writing to the music on the radio, it takes me back to my teenage years. As a young girl, I thought country music was terrible. Now listening to Jim Ed Brown, Charlie Pride, Dollie Parton, and others, what a great era the 60's and 70's were. This past week has been a hardship for many residence that live in and around Springfield. While a lot of us have been without power, we were somewhat handicapped and disgruntled because everything wasn't as it should be. On the other hand, doing without television, water, heat and internet has made me remember and appreciate what we take for granted every day. Actually sitting in the dark with my wind-up flashlight reading a good book is something I haven't done in years. And we could hear --------nothing!!! Silence!!! We need to give thanks to Springfield Public Utilities, Webster Electric, Empire Electric, White River Electric, Ozark Electric (I know I've missed a lot more) for wo
Springfield Missouri Real Estate - December 2006
... 1970-01-01 00:59:59 Springfield Missouri
Real Estate
- December
2006Springfield Missouri
real estate was typical to the majority of markets across the county. Although the number of homes sold decreased, average days decreased and average sales price increased ... here is how the market compares to this time last year for the month of December. 1. Number of homes on the market....70872. Homes sold ... 473 3. Average sales price of those homes sold .... $147,4334. Average days on the market in the last six months...64LAST YEAR, SAME PERIOD... 1. Homes sold in December, 2005...6262. Average price of those homes sold ...$140,7493. Days on the market...65To take a look at the listings in my area visit: Kayvankampen.comFigures taken from the Springfield MLS Statistics Kay Van Kampen Read more:Real Estate
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Who Do You Want To Represent You?
When I first... 1970-01-01 00:59:59 Who Do You Want To Represent
You?When I first became a realtor, showing property was easy. I represented the seller, was compensated by the seller, with no relationship or obligation to the buyer. It was a "Buyer Beware" era. Several years ago, the Missouri Association of Realtors (MAR) made changes for the better, and today, in the state of Missouri, there are many ways to represent Buyers. So before I set out to show clients property, I start by going over the types of relationship between buyers and agents. The most common is to work for the buyer as a Buyer's Agent. Under this agreement, Broker is a Buyer's limited agent with the following duties and obligations: To perform the terms of a written agreement made with the buyer; to exercise reasonable skill and care for the buyer; and to promote the interest of the buyer with the utmost good faith; loyalty and fidelity.Another way, if the Agent has the property marketed, is to become a Dual Agent, representing both Seller an
Is Your Real Estate Career Like Kristal's Post?
... 1970-01-01 00:59:59 Is Your Real EstateCareer
Like Kristal
's Post?Watching the market the last few months in Springfield, I've wondered where all the buyers have gone. This time every year, there is a slow down, but I still continue to stress! But it always gives me time to reorganize and prepare for another great year in real estate. And, as usual, after the holidays, buyers start searching for homes once more. Kristal Kraft wrote a great post this week about her climb up the Active Rain ladder. I've thought of it several times this week and realize that real estate is a lot like her article.Kristal is one of my favorite writers to read about, along with dozens of others. Without agents like her, I wouldn't come back every day to search what others have written on Active Rain. I went on one of those bicycle tours last year. I rode on the back of a motorcycle while 800 bicycle riders rode 60 miles one way. Along the way, several had bike trouble, flat tires, chains coming off, and other unforseen pro
Another Great "Ozark's Beauty"!
I'll bet a Sq... 1970-01-01 00:59:59 Another Great
"Ozark
's Beauty
"! I'll bet a Squirrel Lives in the large mature trees in the backyard of this 4 bedroom custom built American Traditional home on 5 Acres.You will need a bird guide to identify all the colorful birds that frequent the feeders. The home offers large sun-drenched rooms, 2 complete kitchens, finished walkout basement, private office, 2 laundry rooms, all the modern built-ins, and a 3 car garage plus a 30 x 40 detached workshop in the most delightful setting imaginable. Located minutes east of Ozark Missouri. Click here for additional details. View this and all active listings in Springfield at www.kayvankampen.com. Click here for additional details. kvankampen@remax.net
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