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Monday Morning Real Estate Update

Monday, October 31, 2011
by Galand Haas

Good Monday Morning!

What a gorgeous sunny Northwest day it is in the Eugene and Springfield area.  It looks like an entire week of it ahead. Yeah!!!!

Social media is quickly becoming one of the most popular communication tools used by many of us.  Facebook, Twitter, Google Plus all are widely used.  Facebook now has over 800 million users with over 300 million people on line at any given time.  We want to remain on the cutting edge and make sure that we are providing Real Estate information consistently to anyone looking for that information in the Eugene and Springfield area.  Our new Facebook business page has been designed to do just that.  Check us out at www.facebook.com/galandhaasteam.  While you are there click the "LIKE" button and you will be updated on local Real Estate news and tips along with exciting new home listings.  

Have An Awesome Week!

THIS WEEKS HOT HOME LISTING!

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46747 Goodpasture Rd
Price: $925,000 Beds: 4 Baths: 3 Sq Ft: 3124
Custom home with awesome river views! Great room welcomes you with spacious rooms, numerous windows and skylights, vaulted ceiling with wood columns, detailed custom woodwork throughout. Master suite includes his-&-her closets and sinks, soaking tub...



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Sincerely,
Galand

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Monday, October 24, 2011
by Galand Haas

Good Monday Morning!

What a gorgeous sunny Northwest day it is in the Eugene and Springfield area.  It looks like an entire week of it ahead. Yeah!!!!

Social media is quickly becoming one of the most popular communication tools used by many of us.  Facebook, Twitter, Google Plus all are widely used.  Facebook now has over 800 million users with over 300 million people on line at any given time.  We want to remain on the cutting edge and make sure that we are providing Real Estate information consistently to anyone looking for that information in the Eugene and Springfield area.  Our new Facebook business page has been designed to do just that.  Check us out at www.facebook.com/galandhaasteam.  While you are there click the "LIKE" button and you will be updated on local Real Estate news and tips along with exciting new home listings.  

Have An Awesome Week!

THIS WEEKS HOT HOME LISTING!

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46747 Goodpasture Rd
Price: $925,000 Beds: 4 Baths: 3 Sq Ft: 3124
Custom home with awesome river views! Great room welcomes you with spacious rooms, numerous windows and skylights, vaulted ceiling with wood columns, detailed custom woodwork throughout. Master suite includes his-&-her closets and sinks, soaking tub...



AND HERE'S YOUR MONDAY MORNING COFFEE!!

Sincerely,
Galand

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Monday Morning Coffee

Monday, October 17, 2011
by Galand Haas

Good Monday Morning!

It looks like Indian Summer is taking hold this week in the Eugene and Springfield area.  This is one of the greatest rewards of living here.

The statistics are in for home sales in the Eugene and Springfield market area for the month of September.  Closed sales were up by 9.3% over September of 2010, while pending sales were down by 3.7% for the same time period.  New listings declined over September of 2010 by 18.7%.  Comparing September of this year to August of this year, closed sales fell 5.5% and pending sales dropped by 30.1%.  New listing were also off by 22%.  There is currently 7.7 months of home inventory on the market, which is 2.7 months less than September of 2010.  The average sales price is $208,300, which is down by over $10,000 from September of 2010.  The average time it took a home to sell was 132 days.

As you can see we have had several months of declining home inventory.  This means that for anyone trying to sell a home the competition level is declining.  My strong suggestion is that if you have a home that you are going to sell, get it on the market now and take advantage of this lower level of competition.  Chances are that it will be short lived.  Forget about the waiting until Spring notion. Inventories of homes for sale will be higher and prices will be lower.

Have An Awesome Week!

THIS WEEKS HOT HOME LISTING!

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7925 South C St.
Price: $275,000 Beds: 3 Baths: 2 ∏ Baths: 1 Sq Ft: 1920
Serene country living close-in! Set high upon the hill, this cozy home has wonderful views of the mountains, trees and valley! The living room features a two-sided fireplace and vaulted ceiling with exposed wooden beams, plus large windows for lots ...



AND HERE'S YOUR MONDAY MORNING COFFEE!!

Sincerely,
Galand

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Low Mortgage Interest Rates

Monday, October 10, 2011
by Galand Haas
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Good Monday Morning!

Extremely low mortgage interest rates continue to be the bright spot in the Real Estate industry.  This is the perfect time for anyone who would like to invest in Real Estate.  With rents at high levels, we have been able to find many residential investors properties that will appreciate well over time and cash flow immediately.  If you are thinking of investing in Real Estate, please contact me.  I would love to show you some easy ways to get started. You don't need to be an expert investor to jump in!

Have An Awesome Week!

 

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4645 Crescent Ridge Lane
Price: $329,000 Beds: 3 Baths: 2 Partial Baths: 1 Sq Ft: 1652
Beautiful quality and style surrounded by tranquility. Enjoy hardwood floors, radiant heat and gas fireplace in great room, cedar doors and windows, granite counters and island in kitchen, plus utility room. Master bedroom has 2 closets plus bath wi...



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Galand

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Foreclosures in Lane County

Monday, September 26, 2011
by Galand Haas
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Good Monday Morning!

Recently, the number of homes going through foreclosure in the Lane County area shot through the roof.  There were over 300 foreclosure properties that went to auction within one week last month.  This is well above the number that we had been seeing on a monthly basis.  What this means is that in the near future we are going to see the number of bank owned properties on the market for sale skyrocket.  This will put pressure on inventories, home prices and most likely make it harder for non-forclosure properties to sell.  The positive side of this is that there will be some very good purchase opportunities out there on many of these properties once they hit the market.

Have An Awesome Week!

THIS WEEKS HOT HOME LISTING!

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1004 54th Street
Price: $305,000 Beds: 3 Baths: 2 Sq Ft: 1700
A great home on a spacious .99 acre dividable lot! This charming home has many features including granite counters and cooking island in the kitchen, a fireplace in the living room, and a master bedroom with french doors and his-and-her closets. Rel...



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Sincerely,
Galand

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Lone Pine Farms: Halloween Fun

Friday, September 23, 2011
by Galand Haas

Lone Pine Farms logoLone Pine Farms, located on River Road between Eugene and Junction City, Oregon is a Lane County destination for family-friendly fun in the country.  This beautiful market-place for fresh fruits, vegetables and flowers has been in operation since 1985, and continues to provide quality local produce and weekend entertainment for the whole family.

Lone Pine Farms boasts plenty of attractions, including a country cow train ride, a mining sluice and a goat walk just to name a few. The site is most famous for its annual corn maze, which features a whopping 10 acres of loops, dead ends and good clean fun. Every weekend night in October, the maze becomes "haunted", as ghouls, goblins and ghosts hide around every corner and bend. Navigating the maze has never been spookier or more challenging than it is as Halloween approaches.

Kids are sure to love the spooks and scares that come with the haunted maze, but they will also find plenty to enjoy with the Pumpkin Patch Express during the fall months. Visitors can reach the patch by a horse-drawn buggy or by a tractor-drawn one, but either way, the shapes and vibrant colors of the pumpkins are sure to excite the children. While parents browse some of the finest local-grown corn and berries around, kids can also check out the playground and the petting barn, where they will have the rare opportunity to get up-close with the goats.

There’s plenty to see and experience at Lone Pine Farms this fall, so don’t miss it! Be sure to visit the Lone Pine Farms website for more information.

Lone Pine Farms logo used with permission.

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Oregon Ducks Football - The pride of Eugene, Oregon

Tuesday, September 13, 2011
by Galand Haas

Autzen Stadium - Eugene, OregonSince 1894, the University of Oregon’s football program has been wowing fans, while providing plenty of life-long memories for Oregon Ducks supporters. Today, the high-flying Ducks are one of the fastest and most talented teams in college football, as they continually put up winning seasons and make prestigious bowl appearances. Their biggest achievement came last season, as the Ducks won all of their regular season games (12-0) and made their first ever appearance in the BCS National Championship Game. Although the game was lost in the final seconds to Auburn by a score of 22-19, the Ducks still were able to inspire a national audience by displaying their tenacity, resilience and heart.

This year the Ducks look to recreate the success of the past against a slew of tough foes in the Pacific-12 Conference. Oregon got off to a rough start, losing its season opener against LSU 40-27, but bounced back with a 69-20 win over Nevada. With 11 regular season games left, there is still plenty of time to make a run at another conference championship and bowl bid.

LaMichael James, one of the notable stars and leaders of this year’s squad, is coming off an incredible 2010 campaign. Last year, he rushed for nearly 1,700 yards and scored 22 touchdowns, winning the Doak Walker Award as the nation’s best running back and finishing third in voting for the Heisman Trophy. Autzen Stadium, located in Eugene, Oregon, and its almost 60,000 Ducks fans were roaring on September 10th as Oregon hosted its first home game of the season. Autzen, one of the loudest and most exciting places to watch a college football game, may make it hard for fans to hear their friends next to them, but they will be able to hear plenty of unified GO DUCKS chants from the faithful in yellow and green.

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Will National Housing Market Conditions Improve?

Monday, September 12, 2011
by Galand Haas

Good Monday Morning!

It looks like we will finally be getting some relief from the smoke and haze that has lingered around the Eugene and Springfield area from the nearby forest fires.  Marine air coming in will give us some much needed fresh air early this week.

Are conditions with the national housing market going to improve?  This is a question that I am asked all too frequently.  The answer really is complicated as the national housing market woes stem from many different sources.  Any major improvement in the housing market will come as a result of new jobs being created.  Until this happens don't look for any major shifts.  The other factor that is currently having a very negative effect on national housing is consumer confidence.  Until the confidence of buyers returns the housing market will remain in limbo and could even decline further.  It's a double edge sword, because the economy needs the housing industry to pick up steam for job creation and the housing industry needs jobs and consumer confidence to improve so that people will begin purchasing homes again.  Time will tell.

Have An Awesome Week!

THIS WEEKS HOT NEW HOME LISTING!

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2942 Flintlock Street
Price: $425,000 Beds: 3 Baths: 2 Baths: 1 Sq Ft: 2964
Beautiful design and elegance! Large living room, which sits next to dining and sun rooms, features fireplace & access to backyard. Many windows and skylights for lots of natural light. Master suite includes his-and-her sinks, jetted tub, slider to ...



AND HERE'S YOUR MONDAY MORNING COFFEE!!

Sincerely,
Galand

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Fall Celebration Run - Eugene, Oregon

Thursday, September 8, 2011
by Galand Haas

Fall Celebration Run

Fall Celebration RunThere’s no better way to celebrate the coming of fall than at the Fall Celebration Run. The Oregon Track Club Masters are hosting the 2011 edition of the event, which will be held Sunday, September 25th at 9:00 a.m. near Pre’s Trail in Eugene, Oregon. The event, featuring an 8k run, 5k run and 5k walk, will start near the parking area of Alton Baker Park. Racers will run through trails on both sides of the Willamette River and will enjoy beautiful views of wildlife and the park, along with a great workout. Entry fees are $15 for Masters members and $20 for non-members. Runners can register online at http://www.runnerspace.com/CelebrationRun, in person at the Eugene Running Company or by mailing in an entry form. Participants can also register the day of the race, but it will cost them an extra $5.

Changes to this year’s event can be seen in its awards. This year’s Fall Celebration Run will hand out awards based on age-graded results, giving everyone a chance to take home a ribbon or trophy. There will also be a non-competitive run, which will take place at 9:45 a.m. for children 12 and under. All kids in the fun run will receive a ribbon just for participating, so bring the entire family and have a wonderful day of fun in the great outdoors!

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Freddie Mac survey

Monday, August 29, 2011
by Galand Haas

Freddie Mac released the results of its Primary Mortgage Market Survey (PMMS) today. The study showed that mortgage rates moved higher from the previous week's record lows as Treasury bond yields also moved higher and other housing data showed some signs of improvement. However, the 5-year ARM did decline to 3.07 percent thereby setting a new all-time record low.

Mortgage rates have been following this trend of up slightly, down slightly for months.  Don't look for any large changes soon as the Fed has committed to keeping rates low for near future anyway.  

The affordability factor for a home purchase is going to remain fantastic as home prices continue to trend downwards in the Eugene and Springfield market and mortgage interest rates remain at or near historic low levels.

Have An Awesome Week!

THIS WEEKS HOT HOME LISTING!

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29296 McTavish Ln
Price: $675,000 Beds: 2 Baths: 2 Sq Ft: 2013
Amazing log cabin with classy appeal. Private, paved driveway leads to the carport. Great room offers stone fireplace & wonderful view of the valley with windows to exposed wooded beams. Adorable kitchen with island. Master suite offers amazing view...



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Sincerely,
Galand

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