April 23rd Blogging Lunch and Learn for Baton Rouge Realtors

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Woodrun Subdivision Gonzales La 70737 Housing Market Report 2012

39439 N Woodrun Circle Gonzales LA 70737 Woodrun SubdivisionWoodrun Subdivision Gonzales La 70737 Housing Market Report 2012

SOLDS. Woodrun Subdivision Median Sales Prices have remained in correction mode since the highs in 2008 of $205,000 down to $183,500 in 2011. Before 2012, the most recent high sold price per sq. ft. was in 2008 at $111.97/sf and down to $99.42/sf in 2011. In 2012, there’s been one (1) sale for $210,000 or $112.30/sf, selling for 96% of listing price, averaging 71 days on the market. In 2011, the average days on market were 124 days.

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39377 Woodrun Circle Gonzales LA 70737 Woodrun Subdivision

 

LISTINGS. There are no current listings within GBRMLS. In FSBOBR.COM, there are 2 listings for 139383 Woodrun Circle $299,000 for 2,650sf or $112.83/sf and 14356 Sommer Lane $219,900 for 1935sf or $113.64/sf.

Gonzales LA 70737 Woodrun Subdivision Home Sales History

 

North Ascension Parish Home Appraisers: http://www.ascensionrealestateappraisers.com/

NOTE: Based on information from the Greater Baton Rouge Association of REALTORS\MLS for the period of January 1, 2010 to April 16, 2012. This information was extracted on 04/16/2012.

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Livingston Parish Home Sales Q1 2012, Pending Listings Up 30%, Median Sales Price Still Down

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Livingston Parish Home Sales Report April 12 2011 Through April 12 2012. While Median Sales Price Continues To Correct Downward, the number of pending listing is up 30% showing pent up buyer demand, which is Good News! Inventory is also down.

This is a Q1 2012 or First Quarter 2012 multipage study of Livingston Parish Homes Sales (All GBRMLS Areas, All Sales Price Ranges, All Ages, All Types Of Properties) and includes the detailed sales per month sheets including Median Price, # Units and Average DOM or Days On Market.

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GOOD NEWS:

Under Contract Properties by Month
Mar-11 vs. Mar-12: The number of under contract properties is up 30%

Under Contract Properties by Month

Months Supply of Inventory
Mar-11 vs. Mar-12: The average months supply of inventory is down -28.8%

Months Supply of Inventory

The Average Days on Market by Month
Mar-11 vs. Mar-12: The average days on market is down 12%

The Average Days on Market by Month

New Properties by Month
Mar-11 vs. Mar-12: The number of new properties is down 6%

For Sale Properties by Month
Mar-11 vs. Mar-12: The number of for sale properties is down 6%

Expired Properties by Month
Mar-11 vs. Mar-12: The number of expired properties is down 37%

 

BAD NEWS:

Median Sold Price by Month
Mar-11 vs. Mar-12: The median sold price is down 2%

Median Sold Price by Month

Median For Sale vs. Median Sold
Mar-11 vs. Mar-12: The median price of for sale properties is up 3% and the median price of sold properties is down 2%

Sold Properties by Month
Mar-11 vs. Mar-12: The number of sold properties is down 11%

Sold Properties by Month

Supply & Demand by Month
Mar-11 vs. Mar-12: The number of for sale properties is down 6% and the number of sold properties is down 11%

 

WHY I REPORT MEDIAN SALES PRICE VERSUS AVERAGE SALES PRICE?

NOTE: Why Median Sales Price is a better indicator than Average Sales Price! Median Sales Price is the barometer by which the National Association of Realtors utilizes to report on national housing markets. Average Sales Price tends to take all of the home sales prices from the lowest, say $50,000, to the highest, say $1,000,000, and state the average of them all, sometimes skewing the numbers because of the extreme highs and lows. Median Sales Price tends to focus more on the middle of where the bulk of home sales prices are taking place. Generally, the Average Sales Price is going to be higher because it includes the extreme high sales prices in a given market. Fannie Mae understands the problem with using Average Sales Price and now demands home appraisers perform the 1004MC or Market Conditions form based on narrower “sub-market” parameters for comp search. This means that on a 2,000sf home, appraisers would be searching for comps with say 200sf below and above 2,000sf, say 1,800sf up to 2,200sf with similar ages and other similar characteristics.

NOTE: Based on information from the Greater Baton Rouge Association of REALTORS®\MLS for the period of April 12, 2011 to April 12, 2012. This information was extracted on 04/12/2012.

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For Sale By Owner Advice–When Do I Know it Is Time to Hire A Professional?

These days every penny counts. As the father of four daughters I certainly understand the need to save a buck. Owners who try to sell without representation have my support. If it works out, then good for you.

But what if the home lingers? How does an owner decided enough is enough, I’m calling in the professionals! Let’s examine what a professional agency can do for your situation:

1) Security– This is often overlooked. Most “buyers” will find a FSBO from the signs. You would be surprised what sort of people will show up on your door step. Some of them even want to buy a house. Are you prepared to speak with the person on the other end of the peep hole?……..Read the remainder of Doug Roger’s helpful tips at the link below! 

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Greater Baton Rouge REALTOR® Meets Home Stager Video Series

Baton Rouge REALTOR® Meets Home Stager Video Series. Let Real Estate Expert Erica Rose Siegel and Home Staging Expert Tori Toth help your next real estate process to get you one step closer to the closing table.

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REALTOR® Meet Stager Episode #1: Trying To Sell Your Home?

Trying to sell your home? Or looking to buy? Let Real Estate Expert Erica Rose Siegel and Home Staging Expert Tori Toth help your next real estate process to get you one step closer to the closing table. In this episode learn more about our experts and why they decided to start this series. Siegel works at Exit Kingdom Realty and Toth is the owner of Stylish Stagers, Inc. together hear their take on how to make your real estate experience a success. www.stylishstagers.com www.exitwitherica.com Have a question email us at realtormeetstager@gmail.com we’ll be sure to help you with your real estate and home staging needs.

REALTOR® Meet Stager Episode #2: Vacant Home Staging

Vacant Home Staging. Real Estate Expert Erica Rose Siegel and Home Staging Expert Tori Toth help with your next real estate process to get you one step closer to the closing table. In this episode learn more about the importance of staging a vacant space. Siegel works at Exit Kingdom Realty and Toth is the owner of Stylish Stagers, Inc. together hear their take on how to make your real estate experience a success. www.stylishstagers.com www.exitwitherica.com Have a question email us at realtormeetstager@gmail.com we’ll be sure to help you with your real estate and home staging needs. For the Staging Savings Calculator go to www.realestatestagingassociation.com or contact us and we’ll send it to you!

 

REALTOR® Meet Stager Episode #3: Expired Listings Part 1

Expired Listings Part 1. If your a seller you don’t want to miss this episode of Realtor Meet Stager. Real Estate Expert Erica Rose Siegel and Home Staging Expert Tori Toth help with your next real estate process to get you one step closer to the closing table. In this episode learn more about how to avoid ending up on the expired list. Siegel works at Exit Kingdom Realty and Toth is the owner of Stylish Stagers, Inc. together hear their take on how to make your real estate experience a success. www.stylishstagers.com www.exitwitherica.com Have a question email us at realtormeetstager@gmail.com we’ll be sure to help you with your real estate and home staging needs. To get the Agent Questionnaire https://acrobat.com/app.html#d=uT4jgr711Fab693NEkfW6Q and to get Marketability Checklist go to https://acrobat.com/app.html#d=31EKc-48eNisKMb5h0HqZw and learn about an amazing tool called https://www.searchlikeanagent.com.

 

REALTOR® Meet Stager Episode #4: Expired Listings Part 2

Expired Listings.Part #2, how does home staging help sellers who expired? If your a seller you don’t want to miss this episode of Realtor Meet Stager. Real Estate Expert Erica Rose Siegel and Home Staging Expert Tori Toth help with your next real estate process to get you one step closer to the closing table. In this episode learn more about how to avoid ending up on the expired list. Siegel works at Exit Kingdom Realty and Toth is the owner of Stylish Stagers, Inc. together hear their take on how to make your real estate experience a success. www.stylishstagers.com www.exitwitherica.com Have a question email us at realtormeetstager@gmail.com we’ll be sure to help you with your real estate and home staging needs.

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West Baton Rouge’s Acadian Crossing Subdivision Addis La Housing Report

Acadian Crossing Subdivision Addis La Housing Report. Greater Baton Rouge Real Estate in West Baton Rouge Parish.

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Acadian Crossing Subdivision Addis Louisiana West Baton Rouge Home Appraisers 70710 report from 1/1/2010 to 03/13/2012. Only 1 sale in 04/11/2011.

Average Sales Price: $195,000 in 04/11/2011

Average Sold Price Per Sq. Ft.: $121/sf
Median Sold Price: $195,000
Number of Sales: 1
Average Number of Days On Market: 233
Low To High: $195,000
Number of Distressed Sales Noted In MLS: 0
Current # Listings: 2
Current Listings Price: $175,900 to $179,900 or $116/sf to $120/sf

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Home below is for sale for $179,900 having 1555sf living area and only $116/sf. 4540 Boulevard Acadien is also for sale at $175,900 for only 1,463sf or $120/sf and is 6-10 years old. It would this brand new home is a much better buy than a 6-10 year old home priced $4/sf higher.

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NOTE: Based on information from the Greater Baton Rouge Association of REALTORS®\MLS for the period of January 1, 2010 to March 13, 2012. This information was extracted on 03/13/2012.

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Acadian Crossing Subdivision Addis La 70710 West Baton Rouge Home Appraisers

http://www.westbatonrougeappraiser.com/ - Acadian Crossing Subdivision Addis Louisiana West Baton Rouge Home Appraisers 70710. Greater Baton Rouge Real Estate in West Baton Rouge Parish.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QcjcLaoDoGA

Acadian Crossing Subdivision Addis Louisiana West Baton Rouge Home Appraisers 70710 report from 1/1/2010 to 03/13/2012. Only 1 sale in 04/11/2011.

Average Sales Price: $195,000 in 04/11/2011

Average Sold Price Per Sq. Ft.: $121/sf
Median Sold Price: $195,000
Number of Sales: 1
Average Number of Days On Market: 233
Low To High: $195,000
Number of Distressed Sales Noted In MLS: 0
Current # Listings: 2
Current Listings Price: $175,900 to $179,900 or $116/sf to $120/sf

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Home below is for sale for $179,900 having 1555sf living area and only $116/sf. 4540 Boulevard Acadien is also for sale at $175,900 for only 1,463sf or $120/sf and is 6-10 years old. It would this brand new home is a much better buy than a 6-10 year old home priced $4/sf higher.

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NOTE: Based on information from the Greater Baton Rouge Association of REALTORS®\MLS for the period of January 1, 2010 to March 13, 2012. This information was extracted on 03/13/2012.

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