Localism: South Dakota

Happy Holidays

Sun, 30 Nov 2008 12:21:03 -0600

View a virtual tour at http://richardives.point2agent.com/Rapid_City_South_Dakota/South_Dakota/Homes/West_Boulevard/Woodridge/Agent/Listing_613336.html

For Sale

$249,900

Hurry, Hurry, Hurry

This great home will not last long!

Rapid City South Dakota

RICHARD IVES REALTORS, INC.

605-391-1503

http://richardives.point2agent.com/

Large two-story home located just above the heart of Rapid City in a quiet cul-de-sac. Built in 2001, with a one of a kind view from the large covered front porch. A peaceful backyard setting in the pines with a perfect spot for your hot tub, barbecue grill or both. The master suite with a large on-suite bath and a HUGE walk-in closet. This home has a nearly 3000 finished square feet, a home office, a three car garage, and a covered back deck perfect for entertaing on those summer nights. There is no need to bring your paint brush as the exterior of this home is mantenance free. LOTS OF STORAGE! Huge Storage area above the 3 car oversized garage so bring all of your toys. LARGE LOT! Almost a half acre, WOW! CITY VIEWS! Stunning City Light Views, easy access to everything. This home has it all.

Located just minutes from medical faciliteis and Rapid City's Regional Hospital, numerous restaurants, grocery stores, shopping and much more. A swimming pool, club house, lighted walking path, are all part of the association features you will enjoy while living in this great home.

Do not delay make this great home yours today. For more information or for your personal tour, contact RICHARD IVES REALTORS, INC. at 605-391-1503. http://richardives.point2agent.com/

Thanks

Sun, 30 Nov 2008 12:19:34 -0600

With the close of the 2008 year I would like to invite all the readers of my blog to help me by sending a thank you to our military.

Let's Say Thanks is doing something wonderful by allowing you to send a personal thank you to a member of the US Military. You can go to their Web site, pick a card and personalize it with your own message.

Let's Say Thanks will print the card and send it to someone serving in the military.

It only takes a second and it's free. I'm hoping everyone will do this for our troops.

Thank you in advance for doing this. I wish you and yours a very happy holiday season and a great 2009!

http://richardives.point2agent.com/

RICHARD IVES REALTORS, INC.

Moving to South Dakota?

Fri, 28 Nov 2008 15:42:58 -0600

View a virtual tour at http://richardives.point2agent.com/Rapid_City_South_Dakota/South_Dakota/Homes/West_Boulevard/Woodridge/Agent/Listing_613336.html

For Sale

$249,900

Hurry, Hurry, Hurry

This great home will not last long!

Rapid City South Dakota

RICHARD IVES REALTORS, INC.

605-391-1503

http://richardives.point2agent.com/

Do not delay make this great home yours today. For more information or for your personal tour, contact RICHARD IVES REALTORS, INC. at 605-391-1503. http://richardives.point2agent.com/

Peace and Thanksgiving

Wed, 26 Nov 2008 08:23:53 -0600

I am so glad, that at this time of year, I have seen so many express their Thanks, for what they have, for who they have, for who they are. Thanksgiving, a time to reflect, look inside ourselves. The spirit of this season naturally brings an intraspect to life. Perhaps one positive result to tougher economic times is that people take the time to reflect what is important in their lives. Happy Thanksgiving to all. Peace, Happiness, and Laughter be yours.

My house selling experience in the down economy

Tue, 25 Nov 2008 10:16:37 -0600

Today I have had my home on the market for about 4 weeks and from what I am seeing we either are in a unique market with very little concern about the economic conditions, or I have a great deal. I have had over 30 showings, (I lost count last week on #29) and have had several offers. Honestly, my home is under contract for more than what I was asking, what a blessing. Don't get me wrong, it is a great house in a fantastic location, and I think priced right, especially for this time of year.

This morning the inspector is there going through the house to look it over for any potential issues. I don't think he will find anything unusual since I went through it with a fine tooth comb, even replacing the toilet wax seal last week when I found the one in the basement to be not tightened down enough. Since the shingles, gutters, furnace, AC unit, and light fixtures have all been replaced in the past 5 years, things are both up to date and extremely energy efficient. Those items should give it a good seal of approval from the inspector, but naturally I still worry that he'll find something that I didn't know about. Since the home is only about 27 years old, I should be ok.

It has been more chaotic showing it than what I expected. I have had only a couple days in the past 4 weeks without a showing, some days with 5 showings. Today, after the inspector is done, there will be two more showings. It's been tough for my dog Griffin, but I expect he knows something is up with him being taken to shelters, friends homes, and even my office during showings. Fortunately, I have some great friends with children who love him. I recommend visiting with friends to see if they will watch your pet if you decide to sell your home. It works out well for the families whose children want a pet, but parents aren't ready yet, it bides them some time in getting one permanently!

After today's inspetion we should be good to go until closing, but I have heard another offer may be coming in. If that occurs then I'm back to the decision table, which is tougher than I expected. I want to be sure the buyers feel they got a great deal, but I also need to consider my personal needs, so going though those decisions has been challenging.

I'll hear about the inspection report later this week, but with Thanksgiving on Thursday, I expect to hear back as early as tomorrow.

Fortunatly I feel blessed to be in the situation, but now I know how tough it is when more than one offer comes in.

Until next time......