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Monday, January 19, 2009

It’s Time to Cross

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Have you been sitting on the fence and wondering if you should buy a house or not?  Wanting to sell your home and move up to a larger home?

I know you’ve probably heard how bad the market is, but it isn’t as bad as they say!  Granted there are several areas of the country that aren’t doing as good as they once were, but there are areas that are doing well. 

All real estate is local!  So, keep that in mind!  Talk with a real estate professional in your area and get an idea of what the market is truly like.  Housing Predictor ranks Indianapolis, Indiana as the third most affordable housing market.

Now is a fabulous time to buy.  There is a variety of inventory to choose from, lower home prices, and low interest rates.  Why wouldn’t you want to buy now?  Have a home to sell?  Put it on the market.  You may end up pricing it lower than what you really want out of it, but if you are looking to move up, think how that will translate into the savings you will receive on your new home.

If you are looking to buy, build or sell, or no someone who is, I would love to be of assistance.  Feel free to contact me at www.dawnwhalen.com, 317-893-0648,  dawnwhalen@kw.com, or dawn_whalen@sbcglobal.net

Serving Your Family Needs First!

Dawn Whalen, Realtor

Sunday, January 18, 2009

Winter Wonderland

Today, it is 22F, and I like it.  So much better than last week.  But with the snow and the arctic like cold, it is a break of sorts.  Almost balmy!

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Unfortunately, because of the snow, I had to clean off the vehicle before heading out.  But since we had temps that were colder than Alaska, I found that letting the vehicle warm up, using the defrost, melted quite a bit of the snow on the windows.

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And while sitting at my desk, I was reminded of a few items I needed from our storage barn, but thought those items could certainly wait. 

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As the snow continued to come down, I thought it was very pretty, nothing like fresh, fallen, untouched snow. 

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These pines covered with snow, hid the house behind.  Such a pretty winter scene.  But I am over it, and ready for sunshine!

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So I am thinking if it doesn’t arrive here in Indiana soon, I am going to have to visit Siesta Key again, and soon!

 

I hope everyone has stayed warm during these last few days, and just remember spring is around the corner!  I can’t wait!