Multiple Offers Back in Vogue? Everybody Wants, What Everybody Wants!!!

Well it really is Spring in St. Louis MO real estate market! I have been busy with Buyer activity since the return from the Atlanta, GA area.

As is typical in Spring, Buyers are out & about. Two of my educated & qualified Buyers I am working with, in the same day, looked at property they wanted to buy and both were turn away with competition getting the property. Both were under contract prior to our showings. Unfortunately, it wasn't updated in the system yet. It has been some time since I have experienced this. Although, the best & well-priced properties will always sell. One was a one day on the market, value price and opportunity in an desirable area with multiple offers. The other was one that was on the market for over 200 days and must have turned on the Universal Magnetism. It is very interesting how that seems to occur.

The rule is "Everybody Wants what Everybody Wants!" Quoted from Barbara Corcoran. It is so True! So this is encouraging in our market for Sellers. Create what everyone wants or wait & eventually someone will make you an offer! With a caveat, the carrying costs & offer may not be pretty if the property isn't. Buyers need to be alert and not rest on the Buyers market. Remember, it isn't closed until it is closed, so may decide to stay in touch. We can make dreams and goals happen!

Golden Properties Report St Louis MO Area Homes 1st Quarter 2008 Status & Statistics Report

Some Home Sellers and Home Buyers are getting happier! Email request for charts of report regarding 2008 first quarter Home Sales, Status & Statistics of the St. Louis County and St. Louis City home sales! If you would like more details, please indicate specific markets requests by area, school district, type, size, price, or other criteria, etc... whatever, meets your needs.

General Information for 1st Quarter of 2008:
45% Active listings
21% Expired
21% Sold
13% Pending Sale

Basically as many sell as expire their listing period. Keys are right condition, presentation & motivation to get it done. If you haven't had a sale and you meet these criteria you need my help. I will tell you why your home hasn't sold, if you want to get it sold with me. I will be honest with you and get you moving in the right direction with a success strategy.

The list price to sale price and days on the market percentages are below:

0-30 days highest at 96.5% when sold within 25% sold in first 30 days.
31-60 days LP/SP is 95.1 and 30% sold during this period.
61-90 days LP/SP of 93.8 and 14.2% sold.
91-120 days LP/SP of 95% (which could include a price adjustment) and 13.4% sold
120+ days LP/SP 93.7% and 30% (which may include some of the 1/4 listed that became expired listings)

Two closings this week using free money the smart Missouri has available for first time buyer qualifiers. If you are considering buying for the first time or haven't owned a home for awhile, may want to check in & get yours, too... if you fit the target. Call me & I can help you get connected to the biggest MHDC lender in the St Louis MO market. They provide great service and results. Of course, I can help with the home search or connect you to a Realtor that fits your needs.

Statistics from MARIS Rappatoni Multiple Listing System through St. Louis Association of Realtors from January 1, 2008 through March 31, 2008.

Jane Gallagher WPI Golden Properties Direct 314-629-6929

Call me if you want it DONE RIGHT & RIGHT NOW!

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Rates Mid 5s Now!

Rates expected to go down, so at mid fives... fed lowered by .75, consumer rates sprung up. Market up rates down and home equity rates down. It can be confusing but still all good!

Today consumer rates down to mid fives again. Get locked quick if you are in the market. Keep you money in your pocket! Remember rates change constantly. Good Luck!

MATCH DAY FAQs St. Louis, MO! Wash U and SLU Welcomes YOU! Jane Gallagher does too!

Welcome to St. Louis MO! Great properties in the home, condo and loft markets! Our market has everything Buyers need. I love to welcome people to St. Louis and help them toward their SOLD goals, so they can move on to help the world in their own way.

Depending on your affiliation, can get great financing options through Physician Programs, WUSTL or SLU school targetted areas, or even MHDC and Beyond Housing. You need to see what fits your needs and there will be competition in the Buyers market. The homes can fit your needs for 1 year - infinite years of enjoyment. Let me help you find the right spot and created the right strategy to get your home bought and sold when timing is right!

In my experience the big questions to know and answer are listed below.

Buyers and Sellers need to be aware BIGGEST items are...

How fast can I get to where I live from school or hospital or lab or work?
Can I walk?
How far is the drive?
Does Metrolink take me where I need to go?
What about parking? Secure? Parking lot? Garage?
I don't want to have to fix anything!
I am going to be crazy BUSY!
Is there storage?
Can I have a roomate?
Will it work fo rmy spouse, kids, pets?
Can I afford it?
Is it a wise investment?
Can I trust you? YES! I am happy to provide references to Home Buyers and Sellers who wish to connect with the match day future St. Louis, Missouri area residents! I have references from smart MDs, PHds, Atty, and Research Professionals.

My Mission is ... Living & Working by the Golden Rule! Call any time!
Cell 314-629-6929 or
Special Agent 877-USA-0007