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The Marketing is Heating up!

Monday, April 1, 2013
by Galand Haas

Good Monday Morning!

Yes, the market is heating up and the inventory of homes available for purchase has decreased significantly over the past six months.  In fact, homes that are in great condition and priced well don't stay on the market long.  The Eugene and Springfield market area is even seeing multiple offers again. It is still a great time to purchase a home.  Mortgage interest rates remain at historic low levels and home price have not increased significantly, although this is on the horizon if current market conditions continue.

If you're a home buyer, among the things you can do to be prepared is to have a plan of action. If you're an aggressive buyer eager to find a home, hire a real estate agent that can help you find what you're looking for and will act quickly when properties hit the market.

When a home is first listed it will get the most attention. In a hot real estate market that could mean not just viewings but multiple offers and even offers that are over the listing price (not something we're used to thinking about lately, but that's the nature of real estate - it cycles through ups and downs).

So, if you're really serious about finding a home in a market where the inventory has dropped and the prices have increased, be prepared to take action the minute homes come on the market. Don't delay and say, "I'll drop by this weekend when I get a free moment." In some of today's markets, procrastination could be the deal breaker.

The Galand Haas Real Estate Team has 3 Home Buyer Specialists.  Our Specialists do not list homes, they only work and represent home buyers.  Working with a Home Buyer Specialist can make a significant difference in a market like the one we are in today.  A Buyer Specialist knows the market, keeps on top of the current home inventory and can help you be on top of the best home purchase appourtunities as they come about.  Having a Real Estate agent working for you in this capacity in this market can make a significant difference in what kind of home you find and how much you pay for it.  Contact us if you are interested in being fully represented as a buyer.  You will love this approcah to purchasing a home.

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THIS WEEKS HOT HOME LISTING!
49562 McKenzie Hwy
Price: $364,000 Beds: 3 Baths: 2 Sq Ft: 1280
Cabin on the river! Wonderful views of the river, trees or mountains from every room! Great room with fireplace and amazing view with a wall of windows overlooking the river! Kitchen with island and dining area. Well-sized master suite with ceiling-...



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Monday Morning Coffee

Monday, March 25, 2013
by Galand Haas

Good Monday Morning,

Keller Williams International is now the largest Real Estate company in the United States by agent count. http://www.kw.com/kw/pressrelease.html?pressReleaseId=441  

Here at our local Real Estate company, Keller Williams Realty Eugene and Springfield we are also very proud that our local office has lead the Eugene and Springfield market with closed home sales since the beginning of the year.  Outstanding agents, cutting edge technolgy and customer service that is second to none is why Keller Williams is the number one Real Estate company in the United States and the number one Real Estate office for sales in the Eugene and Springfield area.

Have An Awesome Week!

THIS WEEKS HOT HOME LISTING!

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4150 Alder St
Price: $250,000 Beds: 3 Baths: 2 ½ Baths: 1 Sq Ft: 1812
Tucked in the Hills! Features a great room, 2 fireplaces, brand new carpet in the bedrooms and lots of storage! Living room with bay window, dining area and well-sized kitchen with plenty of counter space and cabinets. Master bedroom with bath. Lowe...



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February 2013 Lane County Real Estate Numbers

Monday, March 18, 2013
by Galand Haas

Good Monday Morning,

Lane County continues to see a healthy real estate market. Closed sales were at 216, the best February figure since 2007. This also represented a 24.1% increase over last February’s closed sales, and a 18.7% increase from this January. Pending sales, at 336, were a strong increase over January’s 260 accepted , a 29.2% gain.

New listings, at 455, continued to increase from January’s 344 and 370 the previous February.

At 1,236, the active listing count is about the same as in January, and the increase in closed sales has caused the inventory to decrease somewhat to 5.7 months. 

The average sales price for February 2013 was $202,100 compared to $181,400 in Febraury of 2012.

As you can see the overall Real Estate market in the Eugene and Springfield area continues to rebound.

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THIS WEEKS HOT HOME LISTING!

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Price: $270,000 Beds: 3 Baths: 2 Sq Ft: 1185
Beautiful Horse Property! Features 2 pastures, 2 stalls and hay storage with side pen. One level home sits on 1.44 acres with a long porch, tool-shed, 2-car shop, large front and back fenced yard and fire pit. Large living room with pellet stove and...



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What to Expect for the Housing Market for Eugene and Springfield

Monday, March 11, 2013
by Galand Haas


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Good Monday Morning!

Yes, the Real Estate market has improved in the Eugene and Springfield area.  Statistics indicate that the value of homes has not changed much at this time as a result of the improved market.  This means that even though there are more buyers out looking and there are fewer homes to choose from, the price that you can expect to obtain from a sale has not changed much yet.  If you hava a home on the market or if you are considering the sale of your home, you still must be realistic about pricing your home.  Well priced homes sell quickly right now, but the over priced homes still just sit.  Sellers who price high to test the waters just might miss this market and the chance to sell.  There is a great deal of opportunity right now if you are thinking about selling to purchase another home.  To take advantage of this market and the low mortgage interest rates it is important to be realistic with pricing your home.

THIS WEEKS HOT HOME LISTING!

 

Video Link: http://eugeneoregonhomesforsale.com/video/This-Month-in-Real-Estate-US-March-2013
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1459 Barrington Ave
Price: $425,000 Beds: 4 Baths: 3 Sq Ft: 2720
Elegant custom built home features Brazilian cherry hardwood floors, extra large bonus room wired for theater, Great room with gas fireplace, kitchen with stainless gas appliances, granite counters & under cabinet/toe kick lighting. Master suite is ...



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It just can't get much better than this for financing a home!

Monday, March 4, 2013
by Galand Haas

Good Monday Morning!

It appears that Spring is close to being here.  The first sign of Spring is the longer days and flowers beginng to bloom.  It's a wonderful time to live in the Eugene and Springfield area.

Mortgage interest rates have remained almost unchanged over the past month until late last week when we saw rates take another dip.  It just can't get much better than this for financing a home.  If you consider that home prices are much lower than they were at the peak of the market and then consider the low cost of financing, there just may never be a better time to buy a home.  This also means that it is a great time to sell your home and purchase another home whether it might be a larger home or a smaller home.  The largest challenge facing home buyers right now is that the inventory of homes for sale is low.  It might be slightly tougher to find the perfect home to purchase, but we are managing to find great purchase opportunities right now for the home buyers we are working with.

If you are thinkiing about purchasing your first home, moving up to a larger home or downsizing, the best way to start the process is to set a time to meet with us.  We can determine your needs and then look at the best course of action for you.  Once you know the process and the numbers your decision becomes much easier.  I strongly advise anyone who is thinking about buying or selling a home right now to start the process with this easy analysis.

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THIS WEEKS HOT HOME LISTING!

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317 Anton Ct
Price: $150,000 Beds: 3 Baths: 1 Sq Ft: 864
Great Property! Features detached 24 x 30ft garage/shop. Home sits behind long driveway allowing for some privacy from street. Cozy home with attached 1-car garage and carport. Plenty of room for RV parking. Sun room in back with small yard and tool...



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January 2013 Numbers Are In

Monday, February 25, 2013
by Galand Haas

Good Monday Morning!

January saw a healthy start to real estate activity in Lane County. Pending sales, at 260, were the best January since 2008, when 270 were entered. Accepted offers were 32% higher than December’s 197. Closed sales fell slightly compared to both the previous January and the previous month. At 182, they were 8.1% lower than the 198 in January 2012 and 25.1% lower than December’s 243.

New listings rebounded strongly from December with almost twice as many entered (334 vs. 180). However, they were slightly under new listings entered in January 2012 (375).

At 1,234, the active listing count is even lower than December, but the decrease in the number of closed sales has caused the inventory to rise slightly. 

The inventory of homes for sale was 5.2 months in December 2012, 6.8 months in January of 2013 and 7.8 months in January of 2012.  We have clearly bounced back into a stronger buyers market.

The average sales price is up slightly at $204,300 in comparison to $200,700 In December of 2012.

As I have been warning anyone who is thinking about selling a home, inventory number will most likely begin to rise between now and June.  This means more competition for your home. If you want to sell your home, don't wait until Spring,  Right now is when you want to hit the market.  Waiting could cost you both time and money.

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THIS WEEKS HOT NEW HOME LISTING!

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Price: $395,000 Beds: 3 Baths: 2 ½ Baths: 1 Sq Ft: 1784
Relaxing Retreat! Secluded wooded property offers huge maintenance-free composite deck, large backyard, fire pit, 24x24ft shop, dog run with kennel & oversized 2-car garage with finished attic. Light & bright, great room with fireplace, bay window &...



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What is my home worth? Have you tried our Smart Zip tool?

Monday, February 11, 2013
by Galand Haas

Good Monday Morning!

In this ever changing world of home values there is a new online tool that will provide you with a quick and easy look at your homes value and update you every 30 days.  Not only is this new online tool easy, the update feature keeps you on top of the market with your homes value.

The webs site is www.forhomesellers-nonSmartZip.com. This site uses the state of the art system Smart Zip.  You will be amazed as how quickly this site will find your home and provide you with market information.  Check it out!

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THIS WEEKS HOT HOME LISTING!

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Price: $150,000 Beds: 3 Baths: 2 Sq Ft: 1199
Pride of Homeownership! Updates throughout from floor to ceiling! Living room with vaulted ceiling, pellet stove & slider to back, which opens to dining area and kitchen with eating bar. Master bedroom with bath. Outside features mature landscaping,...



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The Benefit of Professional Home Inspectors

Monday, February 4, 2013
by Galand Haas
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Good Monday Morning!

One of the most important things you will want to do when purchasing a home is to have it inspected thoroughly by a professional home inspector.  Not only will your home inspector be able to find any damage such as dry rot or pest infestation but they can also find potential probelms with heating systems, roofing, plumbing electrical, appliances, etc.  Serious problems with homes do not just show up with older homes, but newer homes as well.  Don't ever feel that the home you are purchasing is in great shape without a thorough inspection. This is one thing that you never want to leave to chance.  Home inspectors can also point out areas that might need attention down the road and give you helpful information on how to maintain your home and service systems such as heating, plumbing and electrical.

When choosing a home inspection provider, it is adviseable to ask your Real Estate agent as to who they recommend.  Once you have ordered the inspection, it is also a good idea to meet with the inspector at the home and follow the inspector as they perform their inspection. This way your inspector can actaully show you problem areas and talk with you about how to do routine maintenance.  Once the home inspector has completed the inspection, they will generate a written report.  It is also adviseable to sit down with your home inspector and go over the inspection report.  Investing some time and money with a whole house inspection is one of the best investments you can make when purchasing a home. 

If you are considering selling a home, one of the best investments you can make as a seller is to have your home inspected before you place it on the market.  By having your home inspected ahead of time you can address any major repair issues prior to going on the market. This alone will save you time and greatly lessen your stress in selling.  It will take away the pain of negotiating repairs with a buyer part way through your sales transaction.  I find that pre-inspected homes sell faster and for more money than those that have not been inspected. 

If you would like to connect with a prefessional home inspector in the Eugene and Springfield market area, please contact me.  I would be happy to furnish you with a list of home inspectors that we have found to do a great job.

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Price: $145,000 Beds: 3 Baths: 2 Sq Ft: 1245
Cozy Home with Privacy! Open floor plan/great room is perfect for entertaining. Kitchen with island and eating bar and dining area with slider opens to living room with large window. Master bedroom with bath. Great office with floor-to-ceiling built...



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The Housing Market in Eugene and Springfield

Monday, January 28, 2013
by Galand Haas

Good Monday Morning!

The housing market in the Eugene and Springfield area saw some bright spots for 2012, but ended the year with some slightly declining numbers.  In December of 2012 there were 243 closed home sales in Lane County.  The good news is that this was a 5.7% increase over December of 2011.  The decline came from new pending sales which were down in December of 2012 over December of 2011 by 13.6%.  New listings were also down for the two comparable months by 22.1%. There is currently only 5.2 months of housing inventory on the market, which pushes the Lane County area even further into a market favoring sellers.  The average sales price for December of 2012 was $200,700.  For the year 2012 the average sales price ws $200,900. This is just slightly down from 2011, which had an average home sales price of $202,500.

What does all of this really mean?  These numbers indicate a fairly flat Real Estate market in Lane County where prices and number of home sales are not seeing any huge changes.  Pricing is very steady and even though the overall numbers for December showed a dip, the number of closed trnsactions for 2012 were certainly improved over 2011.  The largest change is with the inventory numbers.  The overall inventory of homes for sale in the Eugene and Springfield area has continued to decline, which if this trends persists it will lead to home price increases. With mortgage interest rates holding at historic low levels, don't look for any trend changes in the immediate future. If mortgage interest rates were to begin climbing look for the local housing market to trend downwards again.  2012 will be an interesting year and the strength of the local housing market will certainly depend on two major factors, the strength of the local/national economy and mortgage interest rates.

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Price: $395,000 Beds: 7 Baths: 4 Sq Ft: 2638
Multifamily property in great location! 1685 is detached unit with 1 bed, 1 bath. 1695 is 2 bed, 1 bath basement unit with fireplace. 309 is a 4 bed, 2 bath, 2-level unit with fireplace, front porch and deck. All 3 units have had some updating. Loca...



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What you should do if you are thinking about selling your home.

Monday, January 21, 2013
by Galand Haas

Good Monday Morning!

If you are thinking about selling your home, now is the time to begin the process for getting your home on the market.  One common thought is that Spring is the best time to get your home on the market. The reality is that by Spring home inventories often times increase and your competition level increases.  If you can get your home ready for market by February or March you may beat the rush and have a better climate for a sale.  Here are just a few things that you might want to pay attention to prior to placing your home on the market.

1. Go through your home and do what I call de-clutter.  This means take out over sized furniture items, nick nacks, anything that is not needed for every day living.  The idea is to make rooms looks larger and give prospective buyers the ability to see the space.

2. Touch up interior paint or even re-paint if needed  This would mean making walls, trim ceilings looking as new as possible.

3. Clean carpets and hard wood flooring.

4. Clean your home thoroughly and don't forget to clean windows inside and out.

5. Be sensitive to odors from cooking, pets, etc.  Scented candles are a great way to keep your home smelling great.  Prospective buyers are very odor sensitive.

6. Maintain an even temperature in your home.  Homes that are too hot or too cold will detract from showings.

7. Always have your home neat, clean, drapery or blinds open and lights on for showings.

8. Winter time is tough for exterior, but having your landscaping and home exterior looking great is important.  Have flower beds with fresh bark dust, walks swept. leaves raked and washing down siding will greatly increase the way your home looks for drive bys.

One of the key functions that I complete when I visit a home for someone thinking of selling their home is going through a check list of items that the homeowner can do to enhance the appearance of their property. My objective is to list items that will increase the value, lessen the number of days on the market and helping the homeowner not perform tasks that are not dollar productive. If you are considering placing your Eugene/Springfield area home on the market, please contact me for a no obligation visit that we can identify items for you to focus on and also get a good idea of your homes currrent market value.

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THIS WEEKS HOT HOME LISTING!

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Price: $189,900 Beds: 4 Baths: 2 Sq Ft: 1456
Great Investment Property! Located on bus line & close to shopping. Home offers living room with large window, nook, and opens to dining area. Kitchen with access to deep garage with washer & dryer. Upstairs find 4 beds, 2 baths, and landing with sl...



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