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Bella Vista
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19 Alloway Ln - $204,900 35 Westbury Dr - $159,900 2 Helston Circle - $99,900
Bella Vista Lakefronts
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120 Kincardine - $949,900
    
1 Harrison Lane - $274,900
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5 Musselburgh Lane - $299,900
    
26 Pease Dr. - $269,900
    
5 Winstone Lane - $339,900
Bentonville
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10323 Roberts Rd. - $214,900 505 E. Central - $119,900 12658 Bullock Rd. - 109,900
Centerton
    
235 Stein St. - $149,900
Rogers
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810 W. Birch St. - $119,900 3100 S. Rainbow Rd - $250,000
   
2321/2323 Roselawn - $179,900
Springdale - FOR RENT $900/Month COMMERCIAL - 2
   
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Roger's Little Theater - Casting Call
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Auditions for Rogers Little Theater’s production of "Caught in the Net", by Ray Cooney will be held Monday and Tuesday, February 12 and 13 at 7 p.m. at the Victory Theater, 116 South 2nd Street in Downtown Rogers. This long awaited sequel to "Run for Your Wife" is scheduled for performances on April 13-14, 19-21, and 26-29, 2007. Director Jan Hanson will be casting 4 males and 3 females, ranging in age from 16 to 60ish, for the following roles: John Smith, a taxi driver in London, has two homes in two different cities, two wives, Barbara and Mary, and two children – one from each marriage.
Synopsis: If you think your life is complicated, imagine the life of two-timing taxi driver John Smith who keeps two separate families! When his teenage children (a girl from one family and a boy from the other) meet in an Internet chat room and are anxious to meet in person, John's already hectic life shifts into high gear as he tries to keep his double life a secret.
Please contact Roger's Little Theater at 479-631-8988, for information on securing a script for review. Box office hours are noon to 4 p.m. weekdays and noon to 2 p.m. on Saturdays.
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RLT Map and Directions Grease show times Annie show times Leading Ladies show times Masquerade Dinner
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Date: Jan. 11, 2007
Tags: Sold, Listed, Pending, Mls, Statistics, Rogers, Bentonville, Springdale, Bella Vista, Centerton
Northwest Arkansas - What's Hot / What's Not
(Why Your Home Has NOT Sold)
Area
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Current Listings
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Pendings
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Sold
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% Pending
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% Sold
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| Bella Vista |
712
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63
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56
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0.09%
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0.08%
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| Bentonville |
867
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52
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28
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0.06%
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0.03%
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| Centerton |
253
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17
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10
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0.07%
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0.04%
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| Decatur |
33
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1
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2
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0.03%
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0.06%
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| Gravette |
129
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4
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5
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0.03%
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0.04%
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Rogers
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1427
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81
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74
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0.06%
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0.05%
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| Springdale |
962
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77
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56
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0.08%
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0.06%
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The current table reflects the statistics taken from the Northwest Arkansas MLS as of 1/25/2007 over the past 30 days.
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What you Need to Know Before you Invest.
Once again the new year is upon us and many of us are thinking about what they can do to make 2007 a successful money producing year. When someone mentions real estate investing and foreclosures and you think you might want to delve into this lucrative field. Yet, before you take that leap get educated first and learn the many myths about real estate investing.
Myth 1: You can get the best deal buying a foreclosed property.
Homes listed in Northwest Arkansas are usually priced at market vaule and banks are generally not willing to accept much less than asking price. However homeowners on the verge of foreclosure might be willing to accept much less than asking price or sometimes only what is left on the bank note. Other possibilities are determining if the bank would be willing to do a short sale* to prevent the process of foreclosure.
When a foreclosed property is listed for sale the Real Estate Owned (REO) determines the price based on a professional appraisal and a Realtors Competitive Market Analysis (CMA). REO properties are not prices to 'give-away'. The REO wants to recoup their costs, which include real estate commission, legal fees, customary closing costs, and property preservation expenses.
Myth 2: Writing a contract on a foreclosure is the same as writing a contract on a non- foreclosed property.
When buying an REO property the buyer may not always be able to set the expiration time on the contract. Since the bank is not emotionally involved in the sale of the home and are looking for the largest payoff on their investment, some REO properties may set deadlines of up to a month for accepting contracts. Until that day comes to pass all contracts will be accepted and only at that time will the REO decide which contract to accept and which to decline. This is unlike a non- REO property in which the buyer typically extends 24-48 hours for the seller to make a decision.
Myth 3: You can make all the repairs.
Buyers are not allowed to make repairs to the property until the property has sold. If you are getting a loan, the property either needs to be in working condition or you may need to put more money down on the loan. In most cases the lender owning the property (REO – Real Estate Owned) will not authorize any repairs and most foreclosures will not go FHA or VA lending because of condition issues.
Myth 4: You can do inspections.
It depends on the REO. Some lenders will not cooperate with having the utilities turned on so that you can see what works or doesn't work.
Some lenders will let you do inspections but if you want out of the contract you must provide them with a full copy of the inspection report detailing why you will not go through with the purchase. You have now spent $350.00
Myth 5: Follow the "hot" areas.
Stick to what you know, buying property in an area or price range you are unfamiliar with could end up costing you money. Knowing the area and price range will help you determine what modifications and upgrades may be necessary and what the buyers are looking for. Know the market. There is a reason it was foreclosed on instead of selling.
Myth 6: I can get it for pennies on the dollar.
If the seller had any equity they would have sold it. An REO is not going to give it away to you.
Myth 7: I'll wait to talk to a lender until I've found a property.
In order to compete with cash buyers you will need a preapproval letter from a lender stating that you have been approved for a loan amount specific to the amount you are contracting for. Also, it must state that there are no other stipulations except an appraisal and clear title.
Myth 8: REO will have a property disclosure.
The officer handing the REO will not have seen the property. The REO knows nothing about condition. With the exception of a lead based paint disclosure if the property was built prior to 1978 do not expect any disclosures. It is "buyer beware:.
Myth 9: I can change contract terms after the offer is accepted if I need more time.
If there are multiple offers on a property there is probably another buyer waiting to jump in if you can't make your deadlines. There is also usually a hefty per diem fee for failing to close on time, and if you can't close you could loose your earnest money.
Myth 10: I've got cash so I can offer a low price.
A qualified buyer with a pre-approval letter and offer of more money than your cash offer can trump a low cash offer. The REO is looking for a net number and the REO does not care whether the funds come to the table as a loan or cash. A dollar is a dollar regardless of the source.
Myth 11: I can buy an REO and flip it and make money.
Since most REO's are priced at market you can't buy one and put money into it for a profit. When selling the home, post flip, you will have closing costs, carrying costs, and commissions. Unless you have gotten a steal, it is difficult to flip an REO property.
* Short Sale: If the market value of your property is less than what you owe on your mortgage, you may qualify for a legal, lender approved solution.
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Date: Jan. 2, 2007
Tags: Bella Vista, Golf, Boat, Fishing, Rv, Recreation, Park, Swim, Tennis, Land
Bella Vista Village
A "Property Owners Association"
Welcome to Bella Vista, a just recently incorporated community, with approximately 24,000 residents within a breath taking 65 square miles. This community has 38,500 lots ranging from a few thousand dollars to $100,000 plus. Here within Bella Vista there is something for everyone, including:
8 Golf Courses
7 Recreational / Fishing Lakes
4 Swimming Pools
Tennis Complexes
Boat / Pontoon Rental
Recreational Vehicle Park
Plus... 3 recreational centers: Branchwood Recreation Center, Metfield Recreation Center, and Riordan Hall. These centers include indoor swimming, whirlpool, fitness room, outdoor tennis courts, playground areas, miniature golf, billiards room, basketball / volleyball court, meeting rooms, auditorium and so much more!
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Is it better to live in Northwest Arkansas?
I think so!
With the economy up and down, the talk of the housing market bubble about to burst, where is the best place to live? Where will your dollar stretch the furthest? Compare for yourself! I think you will soon feel like I do that Northwest Arkansas is the best place to live by far.
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Are you new to Bella Vista, or just want to meet great people?
Bella Vista Welcome Club
Founded in February, 1957, the Bella Vista Welcome Club is the transition link for new residents moving to the Village. The Club was organized to provide an opportunity for its members to meet other newcomers and participate in social and community activities and service projects. The Club offers many events that encourage the interaction of new arrivals to Bella Vista with other Club members. (bellavistapoa)
Activities include:
If you are new to the area and are thinking about purchasing a home in Bella Vista or Northwest Arkansas, please call me, Catherine Maxey, at (479) 254-4573.
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A Great 'How-To' Website
Hello. I'm happy to be able to share more information with you that I think you may find interesting. Have you heard of the web site that provides step-by-step how-to information for thousands of common projects?
Some things you can find are:
I enjoy being able to share Internet sites that I think may be useful to my clients. It's one of the ways I say that I care about you and your family. Of course, I have a whole lot more information that I can share with you. I just need to know your needs and goals. I find that the better prepared my clients are in advance of the actual purchase or sale of a home, the less anxiety they tend to experience
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New for 2007, the legislation has voted that taxpayers who itemize their deductions can deduct premiums paid for mortgage insurance - which typically is required when home buyers purchase their homes with less than 20% down.
Currently, only the interest paid on one's mortgage is deductible if the taxpayer itemizes deductions.
The new insurance premiums deduction will only apply to mortgage insurance contracts issued in 2007 and is only available to taxpayers whose adjusted gross incomes does not exceed $110,000 ($55,000 for married taxpayers filing.
If you have any questions please feel free to blog me, or if you have any other ideas you would like to read about please let me know!
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