by Jeff on January 24, 2011
There was a rise of 12.8% on existing home sales within the month of December. This meant that the increase was 5.28 million units, and the 
forecast was a rise of about 4.1% or about 4.87 million units (The National Association of Realtors is responsible for collating these figures). In the event, the actual figures have surpassed expectations. On the other hand the supply of homes in December fell to 8.1 million units. This is the lowest recorded level since March in the previous year.
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by Jeff on December 17, 2010
Please find the response the GLAR REALTORS have provided to Crow Wing County in regards to the proposed ordinance.
“We encourage you to share this information with anyone you feel may be interested and suggest providing comments to the County prior to December 20, 2010.“
Here is a peak into the .PDF files,
Revision Requests:
1) Issues Related to Existing Lots, Uses, and Structures.
2) Issues Related to Standard for Impervious Area and Shoreline Vegetation Buffers.
3) Issues Related to the County’s Administration of the Proposed Ordinance.
4) Various Other Specific Aspects of the Proposed Ordinance.
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by Jeff on December 14, 2010
by Jeff on December 14, 2010
The mantra amongst aspiring homeowners in the Minnesota region seems to be “Now, we certainly can!”. According to various specialists, 2011 should be the year when the realty industry finally emerges from a four-year decline, bringing new hopes and promises. However, are people ready to take the leap of faith, or will everyone write this off as just another ploy meant to stir the hopelessly stale real estate markets?
Judging from the latest reports issued by the GLAR (Greater Lakes Area Realtors), it certainly seems the industry is gradually healing in certain regions of the USA, Minnesota being a shining example. With an unique alignment of historically low interest rates, rising wages and of course remarkably moderated home values, this may be the perfect opportunity for prospective home buyers to take action and realize their dreams. [click to continue…]
by Jeff on November 23, 2010
Ordinance revisions, part of the County’s Future Land Use Map Project, can be viewed on the County website at www.co.crow‐wing.mn.us. All comments submitted will be added to the official file and also will be handed off to the policy-makers. County staffers will analyze the public comments over a 30-60 day period. Another public hearing will be scheduled before the Crow Wing County Planning Commission. Keep reading for the video
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forecast was a rise of about 4.1% or about 4.87 million units (The National Association of Realtors is responsible for collating these figures). In the event, the actual figures have surpassed expectations. On the other hand the supply of homes in December fell to 8.1 million units. This is the lowest recorded level since March in the previous year.