Selling your own home can be an interesting experience to say the least. It takes a lot of time and effort to make the process work properly. You also need to be able to balance your life, family, and work while remaining accessible and available to show or answer questions about your home. As well, it will be necessary to discern qualified interested buyers from people who just want to see the inside of your home. It can be time consuming but it can also be rewarding if done correctly. One of the major aspects that you will have to concern yourself with is the marketing of your home. When homes are listed with an agent they typically have an established advertising presence, in several types of media. You as a home seller don’t have this advantage so you must seek alternative methods to get the word out about your home.
When preparing a marketing plan for a FSBO home you will need to be smart about where your advertising dollars go. It is unlikely that you will be able to have the kind of web presence that a realtor has but you can have the next best thing: a flat fee MLS listing and a listing on a national FSBO site. Flat fee MLS listings have been a huge boon to the FSBO market. Now you home can receive attention from people who never would have seen it before. This also gives info on your home to many area realtors who have clients looking for homes in your area . The listing on the national FSBO site can bring the info on your home to a nationwide market of buyers and real estate investors that was previously almost impossible to reach. Them of course, there are the old reliable ways to get word about your home out such as the newspaper classifieds, ads, front lawn signs and open houses.

These are all elements in a complete and well planned marketing strategy. In order to get the most from your FSBO sale, make sure that as many people see your home as possible. Without viewers the home will never sell and it will simply waste your time and money.

Ken Hamric is a representative of www.homesbyowner.com. Homes By Owner is an intuitive site that allows you to advertise your www.homesbyowner.com”>FSBO home in over 900 metro areas of the U.S. and Canada. Come and check out the largest network of www.homesbyowner.com/NationalHome.asp”>FSBO experts in North America.

 

 

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Seattle, Washington, 98101

2nd Ave, Seattle WA, 98101

Spacious 2 bedroom corner unit in the heart of Belltown. Located on the 4th floor of the highly sought-after Seattle Heights concrete & steel high-rise. Updated condo with new counter-tops in the kitchen & bathroom, new stainless steel appliances & new washer & dryer. Large living room & dining area with sliding glass door leading out to a private balcony/deck, perfect for watching the Space Needle fireworks. Big windows in the living area and bedrooms maximize the light and views. Ample closet space including a walk-in closet in the master and closet organizers throughout. Secured parking in the garage. Forced air heat and A/C. Views of Space Needle, partial view of Elliott Bay & the surrounding area. Resort style amenities include fitness center, pool, hot tub, sauna, large party room with huge outdoor deck, business center, Fujitec high speed elevators, 24 hour concierge & site manager. Ideal Belltown location near all the cultural and sporting events, restaurants, the Space Needle, Pike Place Market, the Sculpture Park & Myrtle Edwards waterfront park & more. Contact Mark Anderson for more info or to schedule a private showing at (206) 931-9807, (800) 559-8980 or manderson@johnlscott.com.
Source: www.propsmart.com

Seattle, Washington, 98106

5201 25th Ave Sw, Seattle WA, 98106

To view full color flyer and pictures pls. go to the following link: http://listingeflyer.com/flyer.php?FlyerID=149602490 Cottage Grove Cutie West Seattle MLS# 27168540 Bedrooms and Baths -Cute House, Fabulous Location. -1927 Charm, 2008 Comfort -Turn-Key Ready -Easy Commute -Surrounded By Parks Offered at $289,000 5201 25th Ave SW Seattle, WA 98106 This adorable 1927 Craftsman located in Cottage Grove is a rare find. Ideal for someone looking to live a simpler life. Well situated on the property taking full advantage of the large lot and flanked by parks, this home is truly a treasure. Fabulous location, close to all of the best in West Seattle and downtown Seattle and adjacent to parks, greenbelt, and the West Seattle golf course. Recent updates include a breakfast bar, kitchen, bath and Pergo floors. An absolutely adorable house, complete with white picket fence and American flag aloft. Windermere Real Estate/Wall Street, Inc. Jennifer Sawade 206-227-8807 jennifersawade.mywindermere.com jennifersawade@windermere.com
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City Views

1017 SW Kenyon, Seattle WA, 98106

Watch the fireworks this independance day from home from these beautiful city views. This new construction home features a very spacious family room with hardwood floors & oversized kitchen with granite counters, tile floor, stainless steal appliances & custom cabinets. Upstairs are two bedrooms with views & a generous master suite with a walk-in closet & master bath with stand-up shower & soaking tub. Downstairs are guest quarters & bonus room.
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Seattle, Washington, 98101

1400 Hubbell Pl, Seattle WA, 98101

Two bedroom condo on the 8th floor of the Elektra Condominium. Spacious living room with a peaceful West-facing view. This meticulously maintained unit comes attractively furnished (all the way down to the linens & dishes). All appliances stay (including A/C unit & credit for installation of new Euro style W/D combo). Tastefully remodeled bathroom with walk-in shower. HOD’s include heat, hot water, water/sewer, garbage, cable TV & concierge. Ideal location next to the Convention Center, restaurants, shops, theaters, nightlife & more. Contact Mark Anderson for more info at (206) 931-9807 or (800) 559-8980 or manderson@johnlscott.com. Visit Mark?s website at www.mark-anderson.com
Source: www.propsmart.com

Seattle, Washington, 98121

2415 2nd Ave, Seattle WA, 98121

Spacious 6th floor corner unit w/view of Elliot Bay & Olympic Mtns. 1 bed + lg den & balcony. Resort style amenities; indoor pool, sauna, hot tub, fitness ctr, award winning courtyard, top floor BBQ/sun decks, guest suite, large common party/rec room & on site management. Ideal Belltown location surrounded by great restaurants & shops, close to the Outdoor Sculpture Park, Myrtle Edwards waterfront park, famous Pike Place Market & more. Includes appliances, w/d in unit & parking in secure garage. Contact Mark Anderson at (800) 559-8980 or manderson@johnlscott.com for more info or to schedule a private showing. Visit Mark’s website at www.mark-anderson.com
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Live Green in a Howland Townhome

1455 S Main St, Seattle WA, 98144

Seller is relocating, so fast acting buyers will get the rare opportunity of owning a nearly brand new townhome at an amazing price below market value! This 2007 corner townhome with 3 bedrooms, 2.25 bathrooms & private garage looks out over a private landscaped park with amazing city, mountain & Puget Sound views. Live Green at a central location in a well crafted home that is proven to be 15% more efficient at saving you money then a typical home. Not only will the quality finishes, like stainless steel appliances, hardwood flooring, and gas fireplace, and the expert design of this Howland Home delight the senses, the craftsmanship of high efficiency will leave you speechless. Features like: 10 yr warranty hardi-plank exterior, extra insulation, more efficient water heater & pump, performance-tested duct systems, Energy Star qualified windows, lighting and appliances all backed by 1 yr warranty. Conveniently located in an urban core area, just blocks from Downtown Seattle, Pioneer Square, Capital Hill and close proximity to 1-5 and 1-90.
Source: www.propsmart.com

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Antioch 3BR 2BA, T04252 L0207 B EX MR&FEE BLW 500FT (ForSaleByOwner.com)
T04252 L0207 B EX MR&FEE BLW 500FT
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Mountain View Single Family Home (Mark Westphal) $899,900
Walking distance to Downtown…Brand new construction.
Source: sf.oodle.com

What A Bargain (Renegade Real Estate Services Inc.) $160,000
This ones a Diamond in the rough! Located in a great neighborhood, convenient to schools, shopping and transportation.
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Residence 2 (Move.com) $567,900
Click the NEWS link below to view new releases!Single Family Detached HomesSquare footages ranging from approx 2,481 square feet to approx - 2,968 square feet4-5 bedrooms3 - 4 bathroomsLocated in Mountain House- the bay area’s most convenient and comprehensive new home townGreat schools and parksNestled in the heart of Mountain House which is right next door to Tracy and Livermore In the Tracy Unified School DistrictLocated just over an hour from San Francisco, Oakland, San Jose and Sacramento
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4 Bedroom Elk Grove REO home - 1675+ Sq Ft and a big family room (Elk Grove) $199900

$199,900 Elk Gtove Bank Owned 4 Bedroom home

This is a large home for under $200k at 1675+ Sq Ft.
This Elk Grove home is Bank Owned and has 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms.
It has a big family room and kitchen dinning with slider access to patio.
The master suite has a large soak tub with seperate shower.

Email us for information on this or similar priced homes in Elk Grove, CA
Licensed by CA Dept of Real Estate

Source: sacramento.craigslist.org

North End Lofts - Downtown Sacramento Luxury Loft Living (Downtown Sacramento) $439950

Absolutely nothing comparable to North End Lofts has ever been built in the Sacramento area. Thrilling architectural design, extraordinary size and square footage, and a convenient urban setting typify its uniqueness. Most assuredly, the blend of style, size and location makes it a residential opportunity that only comes along once in a lifetime.

The site for North End Lofts is at the intersection of 14th and C Streets in the Mansion Flats district of downtown Sacramento, an area renowned for wide, tree-lined streets, small, quiet neighborhood communities, and a pedestrian-friendly environment. The State Capitol Building, parks, recreation and transportation facilities, shops and entertainment centers are all close by.

Floor plan options and lot selection is varied. Garages, private backyards, decks, granite counters and hardwood flooring are standard with all homes. Interior spaces are composed to allow individual owners to define their own spaces. This innovative loft design allows unparalleled flexibility of room configuration. No two lofts need be quite the same.

For North End Lofts purchase info, contact:

Fran Dixon (916) 791-6398
Email: info@northendlofts.com

Source: sacramento.craigslist.org

1600 sq.ft./secuded/plus 5 acres (clever/branson.mo.) $114500
In the country for piece and quite but close enough to everything. Short walk to the river or a short drive to play golf.40 minute drive to down town Branson,Mo.or 25 minute drive to springfield,Mo.This home is in the woods but is clear around the house ,about one acre.Threre is three decks wood burning fire place.Deer turkey and just a pretty place Country kitchen,large living room:two bed room Master bed room with master bath and walk in closet.Second bed room is 14×14 next to house bath room.Double windows throughout house,helps save on electic..two car carport..For more info call 417 583 2131 or E- Mail at:jsphmccool@yahoo.com JOE OR JUDY
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Sierra Foothills Brownsville NICE 2.86 acre view parcel STEAL IT !!! (Brownsville, Ca) $67700
Absolutely beautiful 2.86+/- acre view parcel. This is primo land with a great view. CITY WATER meter is in, PG&E ELECTRIC is at property, and perk and mantle have been completed. This lot is ready to cut a driveway, house pad and build your dream home on, or put a Modular home for big profits. I talked to local Realtors they say list for $90k !!! I am selling it below market price at $67,700. Utilities alone are worth 1/2 the price!! Brownsville is a great place to live, retire, or vacation. There are about 6 lakes, great fishing, hunting, hiking, etc. all within a half hour or so. Surrounded by beautiful custom homes. There is a municipal airport nearby with paved runway. Brownsville is Northern California best kept secret! It is near Browns Valley, Challenge, Woodleaf, Clippermills, Strawberry, Dobbins, La Porte, 22 miles to Oroville, 30 miles to Marysville, 45 minutes from Chico, 60 miles from Sacramento, Roseville, Lincoln. Please call or e-mail for more info, photos or showing. KEN (916)899-1818 Thank you for your interest.

Contact
Ken 916 899-1818

Source: sacramento.craigslist.org

Immaculate US Homes Eisenhower Model in The Promontory (El Dorado Hills) $749999


Reuben | REAL ESTATE AMERICA | reuben@rearealtors.com | 916-296-6639
1133 Venezia Drive, El Dorado Hills, CA
Immaculate US Homes Eisenhower Model in gated community The Promontory in EDH!4265 sqft home
3 Bdrm Single Family House
offered at $749,999
Year Built 2004
Sq Footage 4,265
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 3 full, 0 partial
Floors 2
Parking 3 Car garage
Lot Size Unspecified
HOA/Maint $142 per month


DESCRIPTION


Immaculate US Homes Eisenhower Model in gated community The Promontory in EDH! This spacious 4265 sqft home w/open floor plan & luxury treatments throughout. Features include a gourmet kitchen, high ceilings, grand foyer and professional landscaping. Looks like a model, priced below market…
see additional photos below
PROPERTY FEATURES


Central A/C Fireplace High/Vaulted ceiling
Walk-in closet Tile floor Family room
Living room Office/Den Dining room
Breakfast nook Dishwasher Stove/Oven
Microwave Granite countertop Stainless steel appliances
Laundry area - inside Yard


COMMUNITY FEATURES


Garage parking Gated property

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS


Seller contact info:
Reuben
REAL ESTATE AMERICA
916-296-6639
For sale by agent/broker

Equal Opportunity Housing
Posted: Mar 17, 2008, 7:57am PDT

Source: sacramento.craigslist.org

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A Warm Welcome Awaits You…..

249 Nod Road, Ridgefield CT, 6877

A warm welcome awaits you at one of Ridgefield?s most significant properties, 249 Nod Road. Build at the end of the 19th Century in the popular Classical Greek Revival style, this beautiful residence has been meticulously updated to offer comfortable living in the 21st Century! The elegant, covered front porch with its classical columns and herringbone brick floor brings you into a spacious greeting room with built-in bookcases, window seat, sconces and warm maple floors with a lovely soft finish. The wide doorway into the formal living room offers a view of the substantial fireplace with its beehive oven. A hand-hewn beam is visible in this 19 x 17 room with southern and eastern exposures. Family and friends will love gathering in the sunny family room with its herringbone brick floor. This room overlooks the lavish in-ground pool. With its bluestone decking and the multi-level terraced patios, this outdoor oasis is where you enjoy countless summer hours. The formal dining room offers a storybook background with its hand painted mural of the house in its original state surrounded by neighboring buildings reminiscent of the peaceful rural life of more than a century ago. A built-in china cabinet, beautiful fireplace and incredible antique chandelier illumines every dining event in this substantial room. From here you enter the cook?s kitchen with its marble countertops and furniture-grade cabinets. Light & bright, this space was designed for easy access to everything a cook needs when working in the kitchen. You?ll love the deep Kohler porcelain farm sink, 6-burner Viking range, double Thermador convection ovens, one with microwave, Sub-zero refrigerator and Bosch dishwasher all of which will facilitate your gourmet fantasies. A separate breakfast room takes full advantage of the beautiful view from its bay window overlooking the expanse of the 3+ acres of beauty and tranquility. The richness of the wildlife viewed from this vantage point is incredible. The breakfast room affords ample space for a kitchen desk system as well as a charming walk-in pantry with cupboards and counters on each side. The back door opens into a mudroom which adjoins the kitchen area. Additionally there is a spacious laundry room adjacent to this space. Five bedrooms are located upstairs, three of them with attached full baths, room for extended family or a home office. In a the separate converted barn guest cottage, you?ll find a spacious great room with fireplace as well as a full kitchen, two full baths and a delightful bedroom with exposed beams. The 2-car garage is also a barn with 2 stalls to allow you to bring your horses home! A unique and delightful property from start to finish!
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Staten Island Advance
Published on 5/2/2008 This Staten Island Real Estate Special Sections Page may contain time-sensitive information and offers.
Source: shopping.silive.com

Wednesday, May 7th
… of continuing to inflate the art market! We called up Ms. Smith, who told us she loves Mr. Albee but does not love the real estate sitch in Lower Manhattan. “Artists used to be a dominant population below Canal Street,” she said. “Now I couldn’t …
Source: origin.observer.com

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37 Forest Drive, Ridgefield CT, 6877

This beautifully updated home is a winner! Located in the most desirable South Ridgefield location, this property is an investment in your future. You will enjoy all the benefits of cul-de sac, neighborhood living on a beautiful level 1.13 acres of land with stone walls and wonderful mature landscaping. The large screened porch is a great place to have dinner with your loved ones from April through September. This home includes 3 bedrooms plus an additional room that can be used as a fourth bedroom or home office. The Dining Room, Living Room, Family Room and Den offer you ample space to spread out, yet, is scaled to enjoy your “togetherness” time. The private backyard is perfect for family get-togethers and parties, and if you have a green thumb, this property is a gardener’s dream! Well maintained and improved over the years, this home is in ?move-in? condition. The driveway is newly repaved and there is a separate two-car garage to protect your automobiles and for storage. As your needs may change. this location warrants any improvement or expansion you may ever wish to do. There are several examples of major multi-million dollar renovations and re-models on the street and in the neighborhood. Proximity to town, southern Fairfield County and Westchester County makes this a location of ultimate convenience. This home is a great investment. Home Warranty included! Call us today for a private showing! (203) 438-8000.
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Brooklawn Colonial

106 Laurel Place, Bridgeport ct, 6604

Beautiful Brooklawn Colonial offers 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, new eat in kitchen with granite counter, new baths, spacious living room with fireplace, formal dining room, warm & bright 3 season sunroom, gleaming hardwood floors throughout. large deck and fenced yard. Call Linda at Cappello Realty 203-515-0277
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Newsweek signs lease for new NYC office
… feet at 395 Hudson St., a 10-story office building just north of Houston Street. The deal was announced Tuesday by the real estate giant Cushman & Wakefield. The building is owned by the Carpenters Union Pension Fund. Newsweek will move from 1775 …
Source: breakingnews.nydailynews.com

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Hovsons Blvd, Toms River, NJ 08753, $57,233
1072 sqft property in Toms River, NJ
Source: www.trulia.com

109 6th St, Barnegat, NJ 08005, $259,000 4 beds 2 baths
1625 sqft 4 beds 2 baths property in Barnegat, NJ
Source: www.trulia.com

68E Dorchester Dr, Lakewood, NJ 08701, $105,000 2 beds 2 baths
900 sqft 2 beds 2 baths property in Lakewood, NJ
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53 Lenape Trl, Brick, NJ 08724, $829,000 5 beds 3.5 baths
5 beds 3.5 baths property in Brick, NJ
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Another Full Year Of Housing Pain?
June Fletcher explains why it may be another 12 months until the market improves.
Source: online.wsj.com

Gintz sells Glenmary apartment complex for conversion to independent, assisted living
Plans for Glenmary at Evergreen have changed again as Gintz Group sold the property for $19.5 million and now plans to convert the apartment complex into an independent and assisted living facility.

Source: feeds.bizjournals.com

Commercial Building Rebounded in March
After declining for several months, spending on commercial construction bounced back in March.
Source: online.wsj.com

Defaults Rising for ‘Pick-a-Pay’ Option
Lenders are seeing a rapid rise in defaults on a type of mortgage that gives consumers with good credit several different monthly-payment options.
Source: online.wsj.com

Real estate’s mixed bag
It's not difficult to find bad news about the state of the national housing market.

Source: feeds.bizjournals.com

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INTRACOASTAL HOUSE LOWEST PRICED UNIT (Oodle) $309,900
2BR 2 BA INTRACOASTAL HOUSE CONDO UNIT. LOWEST PRICED IN BLD. HIGH FLOOR, DIRECT INTERCOASTAL VIEWS & OCEAN VIEWS. TRUSTEE OWNED, MOTIVATED. ORIGINAL CONDITION KITCHEN & BATHS, UPDATE TO YOUR TASTE. WALK TO BEACH, SHOPS, RESTAURANTS. GREAT LOCATION & PRICE, EASY TO SHOW. REMAX PARTNERS 954-784-5200 DORINE WOLLANGK 561-350-3838 www.dorinew.remax.com
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One Bedroom One Bath Condo for Sale (Palm Beach Post) $119,900
Boca Raton 1/1 Great opportunity! 2nd.Fl;Big WIC,open kitch-liv., mini bar w/seats, cathedral clgs! 9,900 New stucco-ext..Close beach, Mizner, rest. 561-445-XXXX XXXX@bellsouth.net Mobile & Web ID 2652087
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New Construction (ByOwner.com) $428,900
Channelside, The Slade 2 Bed Condos For Sale from: $428,900
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3809 NW 121st Avenue (Homes.com) $244,999
Great lake front twin house. Move in and make your home with beautiful wood floors and vaulted ceilings. The kitchen is spacious and bright awesome bay window in family room. A must see ! (This listing courtesy of Exit Team Realty II). Call Heidi now @ 954-478-XXXX !!
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$898,000, 7br, Homes for Sale in Maspeth, New York City
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Identity THEFT protection kit, TOTAL control!
TrustedID provides the most comprehensive “total identity” protection for an unlimited number of adults in your household. http://idfreeze.co.nr/ PROTECT your assets and savings, total control!
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