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Spring into Action The Spring Market is blooming and the home sales are booming. While the average price remains the same or a smidgen under the previous quarter, the inventory is slowly being absorbed and that is good news for the Central New York Area. Invest in your home! Yes, even if you are thinking about selling...you want your home to be the "best in show" and "priced to sell." Oh! KISS! Yes, I mean, "Keep ... Posted by Laura Lenze @ 12:00 AM on 04/28/2012		More
Spring Sales The home buyer market could not be better. With Spring just around the corner, we are seeing home buyers interest in purchasing now rather than later peak! If you are thinking of buying, call today and get the free home buyers guide...email at lauralenze@cbpp.com or text me at 3152893996. Posted by Laura Lenze @ 12:00 AM on 03/07/2012		More
What are You Waiting For? We keep saying that there is no time like the present to be out there looking for your first home, your second home, your "move-up" home, your "down size" home, your vacation home....and on and on. Well is it? There is every indication that says yes, this is a good time to sell and a better time to buy. If you are living in New York State it would be good to note that soon there will be a release ... Posted by Laura Lenze @ 12:00 AM on 01/31/2012		More
Count Down to the New Year Time is ticking. Only a few short days to take an inventory of 2011 and ask yourself what you would like to see happen in your life and the lives of those around you in 2012. How can you make a difference? What is your purpose for 2012? What are your goals, hopes and dreams?...Make a list, write them down and think of actions you can put into motion to bring about results. 2012 can and will be the ... Posted by Laura Lenze @ 12:00 AM on 12/29/2011		More
New Thoughts for a New Year! I wish you a wonderful new year filled with abundance, joy, and treasured moments. May 2012 be your best year yet! Posted by Laura Lenze @ 12:00 AM on 12/01/2011		More
Need to Sell? Why now may be the best time to list your home. Think about it. What type of buyer do you think would be out looking at homes this Holiday Season? That's right, a motivated buyer who is serious about buying. This presents a great opportunity for the sellers as traditionally there are fewer homes on the market during the Holiday Season. So, if you are thinking about waiting until after the Holidays...you may want to reconsider. I am scheduling appointments ... Posted by Laura Lenze @ 12:00 AM on 11/29/2011		More
Baldwinsville Ranch 94 Brown St Enjoy a fabulous open floor plan in this lovely ranch home located on a half-acre at the village edge. The living room features beautiful hardwoods leading into the huge dining area and roomy kitchen where you’ll find plenty of cabinetry and counter space to suit even the most particular cooks. Take pleasure in viewing the gardens from the comfort of the enclosed Florida room, or enjoy a walk ... Posted by Laura Lenze @ 12:00 AM on 10/20/2011		More
Parade of Homes The CNY Parade of Homes offers a great opportunity for everyone and anyone looking to build a new home, purchase an existing home, or just to get ideas and current trends for updating and redecorating their existing home. This year the Parade is conveniently located on West Taft Road across from Wegman's Market. I have been hosting the JMG Home and I can say that we have had a steady stream of people ... Posted by Laura Lenze @ 12:00 AM on 09/19/2011		More
Featured Listing - Audrey Drive Looking for a great home with easy access to major highways, in the North Syracuse School District, and convienently located within minutes to shopping, parks, and schools? Look no farther. You'll fall in love with this beautiful four bedroom "Miller Built" colonial home with rich hardwoods, open eat-in kitchen, formal dining and living rooms, and a fabulous family room with a spectacular ... Posted by Laura Lenze @ 12:00 AM on 08/15/2011		More
TIPS to Sellers... This has been an interesting market to say the very least. Interest rates have been consistently low, the inventory has been plentiful, and market values, though down from past years, have been stable. Buyers seem to have all the advantages. However, I still believe that if you want to sell, you can give yourself the "edge". TIPS: Naturally, pricing is everything. The first action to take would be ... Posted by Laura Lenze @ 1:52 PM on 07/15/2011		More
Will your house sell? I've heard it repeated over and over "this is a buyer's market." and while this may be true - you can beat the odds. As you prepare your home for the Spring/Summer Market, the one question to ask is, "What is my home worth...Today!" As we have seen over the past few years, the price a buyer is willing to pay for any given home in any given area has varied sometimes even month to month. Like ... Posted by Laura Lenze @ 3:36 PM on 06/13/2011		More
Waiting for the Spring Market? If you are waiting for the Spring Market, then wait no longer. The buyers are out and searching. They are motivated and determined to find the best house and at the best price. If you are getting your house ready to sell or if your house is currently on the market then go the extra mile and make it shine. This is one contest that you don't want to come in second. The best advice I can give to any home ... Posted by Laura Lenze @ 9:41 PM on 03/18/2011		More
Spring is on Its Way!Punxsutawney Phil Predicts It is official...or so Punxsutawney Phil Predicts... Early this morning thousands of people gathered near Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania to observe the festivities as the famous ground hog exits his home at Gobblers Knob. According to American Folklore, if a ground hog sees his shadow on the 2nd of February then we will experience six more weeks of winter. If not, then Spring is on its way. Well ... Posted by Laura Lenze @ 8:00 AM on 02/02/2011		More
Interest Rates Lenders continue to offer low interest rates to home buyers. This past week I’ve seen rates remain below 5%. So the question I am asked most often is simply, “is this a good time to sell?” Of course, the next question would be, “is this a good time to buy?” With the market trend in home values declining (though not as in other states) one would have to consider ... Posted by Laura Lenze @ 9:46 AM on 01/20/2011		More
Merry Christmas Just when I was beginning to think we might not see a White Christmas the unexpected happened , the accumulation of nearly 48 inches of snow. Building snowmen, snow igloos, and snow angels, well it just seemed like the right thing to do to welcome winter. One of the most awe inspiring events of the season is especially more thrillling after a good snowfall and that is driving through ... Posted by Laura Lenze @ 6:07 PM on 12/20/2010		More
Simple Touches You may be starting to think that it is time to decorate for the holidays. Some easy changes for your home décor can make a big difference. Remember, to keep it simple and uncluttered. Home buyers are still looking for the “home of their dreams” where they can picture themselves living for the next five to seven years. People tend to buy from people with whom they can relate. You ... Posted by Laura Lenze @ 8:23 AM on 11/12/2010		More
Buyers buy and Sellers Sell... One of the questions that I am asked more often these days seems to involve whether or not homes are selling. The answer of course is yes. Homes that are priced at market value and which have a great curb appeal are going to attract more home buyers and get more exposure so yes, those homes are selling. Some of the tips that I give home owners include: keep it simple (no clutter), make sure your house ... Posted by Laura Lenze @ 12:51 AM on 08/20/2010		More
Temperatures Rise Summer is here and the temperatures this week have hit record highs. All over the state we hear about the heat wave and how it is impacting our outdoor activities. Did you know at the same time we are experiencing record low interest rates for mortgages? This is a great time to buy or sell. Obtaining a low interest rate is like giving yourself the gift that keeps on giving and the ... Posted by Laura Lenze @ 8:10 AM on 07/07/2010		More
Still a Great Time The First Time Home Buyer Tax Incentive has come and gone..and yet, it is still a great time to buy a new home. According to our local activity report, home sales rose 5% over April 2009 with a total of 334 units selling during the month of April 2010. The average cost of a three bedroom home in our area during this time was $128,000 and a four bedroom --$171,000. This is what Jim Gillespie has to ... Posted by Laura Lenze @ 1:29 PM on 05/29/2010		More
Tax Credit Interest rates are creeping up and in five days the federal tax credit will expire. April 30th is the very last day to get a house under contract. But, we're not done - we will have to make sure the house closes before the end of June. This tax credit has encouraged a number of first time home buyers to get out an buy their first home. We have really been busy and I suspect we will continue to be busy ... Posted by Laura Lenze @ 10:06 PM on 04/24/2010		More
Coldwell Banker Milestones August 2009 In August of 2009 Coldwell Banker launched an IPHONE app which gives access to all of the listings. I didn't think muc of it at first but downloaded the application just for fun. Well, If you haven't checked it out do so. There are several ways to search from property but the one I find most useful is searching for property based on current location. Much better than driving ... Posted by Laura Lenze @ 4:14 PM on 03/29/2010		More
What is Your New Years Resolution? For some it will be to lose weight while others will want to add to their savings or 401K...but for many homeowners, they are saying this "this is it -- time to sell!" Well, I may have some GOOD NEWS! Have you heard ? The Home Buying Tax Credit has been EXPANDED. Now current homeowners may qualify for up to $ 6,500 when the purchase their next home. This program is a benefit to both ... Posted by Laura Lenze @ 5:56 AM on 01/19/2010		More
Merry Christmas Merry Christmas Everyone! May your day be filled with Joy as you celebrate with Family and Friends! Posted by Laura Lenze @ 2:20 PM on 12/25/2009		More
Happy Holidays I was surfing the internet and came across this Christmas Poem that I would like to share. When I read it I had to stop and think a moment and remember why this time of year is so special to my Christian friends. I hope you enjoy the poem. True Christian Christmas Christmas isn't showy giftsOr glittering decoration;It's honoring our Savior, Jesus ChristIn humble adoration. It's serving those less ... Posted by Laura Lenze @ 2:18 PM on 12/25/2009		More
WOW! The Time is Now! Interest rates are the lowest they've been since 1971. The time is RIGHT for the perfect home buying experience. Interest rates are low, homes are competitively priced, and there are financial incentives being. WOW! I can't speak to interest rates or whether home prices will continue to hold on the low side; however, the government sponsored incentives will go away after April ... Posted by Laura Lenze @ 10:10 AM on 12/09/2009		More

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