You say: "I'm ready to sell my house, but I'm not sure how to compete with all those bank owned homes Indianapolis is plagued with. HELP!"
Realtor to the Rescue!
I respond: "Sure, you're ready to move, but is your house?"
1.The first step in getting your home sold is to PRICE IT RIGHT. If you're set on selling your home for what it's worth - GOOD FOR YOU. Listen to your Realtor and what they tell you about home values in your area and what the researched numbers mean. Take note when they advise you one way or another. Just like you wouldn't question your doctor why a high temperature means you have a fever... your Realtor is a professional who knows the facts.
2. The second step in getting your home sold in a market where buyers are king is to stand above the rest. To do that, you must give the buyers exactly what they want, AND MORE! Homes for sale in Indiana are all shapes and sizes, but the #1 thing buyers want is a DEAL. If you're not willing to lower your price to stick out, make your home physically STICK OUT. How? - Get an inspection done before you list your home. This will reveal to you what is wrong with your home and give you the opportunity to fix it before someone else asks you to. Having a home that has few problems will say to the buyer, "I take care of this home. You are lucky to get a chance to live here." - Clean your home. By this, I mean CLEAN. Your home must look and feel like a hotel or magazine. So many sellers these days have to desert the property and leave a lot of elbow-work for the buyers that makes the buyers hesitant to write an offer. This cleaning also includes decluttering, scrubbing the kitchen sink, rearranging furniture, and completely staging the home for the maximum WOW factor when a buyer enters your home. Staging may be inconvenient, but research has proven that it sells your home more quickly so you can move forward to the next chapter in life.
Which home would YOU rather buy?
So many sellers these days get wrapped up in the news and feel trapped by the market. I firmly believe that to sell your home, you must not only have a "Let's GO!" attitude, but your home must stand out above the competition to win the best buyer.
For more tips on staging, pricing, and how to sell your home, contact Katie Bogan of Century 21 Scheetz.
"And now in the main ring... IRVINGTON vs. DOWNTOWN INDY!!"
Last week, I took a client out to see a home on N. Campbell Street, in beautiful Historic Irvington. He and his wife are looking to purchase their perfect home and turn their existing home into a nice rental.
As we walked around the home, we talked about the comparison of Irvington Homes versus Indianapolis Historic Homes Downtown Indy. We compared Irvington's classic brick exterior versus Historic Downtown Indianapolis' multi-colored wood sidings, as well as the extent of updates and amenities, as Downtown Indy continues to lead the pack, adding luxury extras often found in Carmel Indiana real estate.
The home prices are very similar, though Irvington tends to be less in most cases. Excluding bank owned homes for sale, these home prices are typically above the $100,000's, sometimes soaring above the $200,000's and beyond. I'm positive this is due to the wonderful things to do nearby, most within walking distance. Restaurants, book stores, clothing stores, pet boutiques, the library, walking trails, and more are found each in Historic Irvington and Downtown Indy.
If you're checking out Downtown Indy as your new neighborhood, don't forget to include Historic Irvington in your search. Only 10 minutes away, it's a local, comparable secret, often without the pricetag of Downtown!
So who's the winner of Irvington vs. Downtown Indy?
Only you can tell, once you start touring the homes yourself and seeing what fits your lifestyle!
Contact Katie Bogan of Century 21 Scheetz for more comparables of these areas, and be surprised what the market has available for buyers!
Yes, President Obama has now signed into effect a bill that supports first time homebuyersin the US, including those looking for Indiana homes for sale or Marion County real estate.
Remember the old $7500 Tax Credit, applied towards any Indy real estate that was supposed to help Indiana home values go up?
Well, LOOK OUT, as this new bill offers more money to more people and is expected to jumpstart the new season of home buying across the country, most importantly homes in Indianapolis.
Check out this video that explains the new bill in plain English:
Just imagine... combine this credit with awesomely low mortgage interest rates. The result is your very own piece of Indianapolis property, in Downtown, Greenwood, Cumberland, Avon, Butler-Tarkington, Meridian-Kessler, Eagle Creek, Castleton, or anywhere else you can think of, easier than you could've possibly dreamed about a year ago!
That using a Realtor as your Buyer's Agent is paid for by the Seller?
This means when you're only buying a home, using a Realtor is FREE!
This means that a good Indianapolis Realtor will tour homes with you, give you important advice, analyze home prices, connect you with a reliable lender, negotiate deals, and gain your trust.... ALL FOR NOTHING!??!
The only thing that your hardworking Indianapolis Realtor wants in return is a happy client who talks about them to their friends with flying colors!
Check out what Your Indianapolis Realtor, Katie Bogan of Century 21 Scheetz, does for you, whether you're buying (for free!) or selling:
* Unparalleled client care… the overall difference between good and great * Excellent communication… especially important to stay on track * Strong focus on research and analysis… to ensure the best deal possible * Advocate of thorough due diligence… in all transactions * Punctuality…there’s no such thing as “late” * Attention to detail… in all matters * Commitment… to your total satisfaction * Integrity… in all facets of business * Professionalism… in every regard
Looking for Downtown Indianapolis Real Estate, Fountain Square Real Estate, Little Flower Real Estate, Irvington Real Estate, or Marion County Real Estate?
Contact Katie Bogan, of Century 21 Scheetz, to start your search today!
One of my clients has started the task of looking for Indianapolis Houses for Rent. She, her boyfriend, and her 2 year old daughter are searching for suitable housing for their family after she graduates college.
They are looking for a 2 bedroom updated home under $900/month with a yard for their 2 year old (and the boyfriend!) to run around in. Mom strictly wanted a safe neighborhood with a family-atmosphere.
Check out what her search found!
This Marion County Real Estate is located at 2801 Eagledale Drive, near Speedway (and the Indy 500 Track!) on the west side of Indy. It's just over 900 square feet, a BRAND NEW kitchen, a BRAND NEW bathroom, and LOTS of green space!
"I LOVE THIS HOUSE! PERFECT!" were her exact words.
The Indianapolis Rental Homes market is on fire, with homes of every color, size, and location, move-in-ready for your family's new memories!
Contact Katie Bogan of CENTURY 21 Scheetz to get your piece of this Indianapolis Rental Market!
Looking for Downtown Indianapolis Houses for Rent? Frustrated with unreasonable prices and over-the-top amenities? The Downtown Indianapolis rental market is full of homes for all kinds of budgets, from rooms in historic homes, to the Riley Towers, and even to the prestigious Canal Walk.
For those people who want the spectacular Downtown Indy lifestyle, but aren't looking for Indianapolis Houses for Sale, try the Zender Properties buildings.
They are reasonably priced, mostly with great parking, quick-to-respond maintenance, beautiful, historic brick buildings with character, have a track record of being safe even for young children, and ALLOW PETS FOR FREE!
On a more personal note, I've worked with them for years and would recommend them to anyone looking for a more affordable and still desirable option for Downtown Indianapolis Apartments, with customer service that may happily surprise you!
Contact me, Katie Bogan of CENTURY 21 Scheetz, to take a look at a few apartments, or simply mention my namewhen applying with Zender to get a little extra special treatment.
Yesterday, a client and I toured some newer Indianapolis condos on the far west-side of Indy, near Ben Davis. What a surprise!
This Indianapolis real estate for sale was very moderately priced, and in super condition. Called "The Villas at Chapel Hill", these spacious condos boasted vaulted ceilings, open floor plans, sun rooms, and awesome community amenities with a pool and a beautiful clubhouse. A couple of friendly neighbors even said "Hello!" out their front doors, offering answers to any questions we might have.
This is proving over and over that Indy Real Estate is offering tons, at supurb prices. I seem to be finding more and more of these super homes in different pockets of Indianapolis that are unbelieveable values available to normal, hardworking Hoosiers that are looking for a place to call home.
Are you one of those people, scouring the internet for a super real estate agent Indianapolis who is knowledgable and working daily for Hoosiers?
Contact Katie Bogan of CENTURY 21 Scheetz today to see what part of this super market could be yours!
Yesterday, I had the pleasure of meeting a wonderful couple who lives in Downtown Indianapolis in a condo in the Historic St. Joseph neighborhood. They allowed me to walk through their Indianapolis condo and help them determine an asking price if they were to sell.
As you may have realized lately, Downtown Indianapolis Real Estate is red-hot! People from all walks of life have found their dream home in Indy Downtown, able to pick from Indianapolis new construction with many different builders, 100 year old Indy Downtown historic homes abound with square feet and character, luxurious Indianapolis condos, and sometimes even Indiana land for sale.
Today's buyer's market is expected to start to swing the other way by the end of 2009, so make your dream happen and check out Indy Downtown real estate, old and new, while you still can!
Contact Katie Bogan, your Downtown Indianapolis professional, to see a tour of spectacular Indy Downtown Real Estate, while the market is in your favor!
Yep - the west-side of Indianapolis is becoming a hot-spot for families and professionals alike to put down their roots and call Avon, Brownsburg, Plainfield, Ben Davis, Chapel Glen, and more.... HOME. With shopping, hospitals, parks, great schools, and easy commute to Indianapolis, Hendricks County real estate is HERE!
Check out 2264 Lammermoor Lane - priced just right - at $180,000. With 3000 square feet, you can't get any more room at this home prices Indianapolis. This Indianapolis home for sale takes the cake with 3 bedrooms, a loft, a den, a laundry room, a finished basement (RARE for this neighborhood), an office, a breakfast room, a formal dining room, a big rear deck, a center island in the kitchen, a view of the woods, and in Hendricks County real estate Indianapolis!
This diamond sparkles in the sun, and is the perfect place to hold all your memories.
Contact Katie Bogan today to take a tour of 2264 Lammermoor, and let yourself take advantage of this diamond of a home.
Looking for good Marion County Real Estate? The west side of Indianapolis is certainly a popular place to live - including Avon, Speedway, Brownsburg, Plainfield, and anywhere else west of I-465.
These Indiana properties generally have mature trees, are near plenty of shopping, and are great values you can't find on other sides of town.
Look at 2264 Lammermoor Lane: An UNBELIEVABLE Indianapolis home for sale in spectacular condition near 21st Street and Girls School Road. The backyard even streches out to the woods, has a large wood deck, and plenty of privacy. What a SURPRISE!
Consider pulling your search criteria out this way to try your hand out at this great Indianapolis west side real estate!
Contact Katie Bogan to Schedule a Showing on this home, and get your hands on some surprising values on West Side Indianapolis!
Who says Bank Owned Homes in Indianapolis aren't for regular-people buyers, that they're only for investors?
The myth was proved wrong today! I showed a client a home at 1413 W. 29th Street, near Riverside Drive. This Marion County Real Estate proved to be much larger on the inside than it's front was leading on. While walking through this bank owned home, we discovered large bedrooms, many kitchen cabinets, a soaring cathedral ceiling, walk-in closets, a large basement, appliances included, and even a friendly front porch with a white picket fence. Amenity after amenity kept revealing itself, and my client quickly placed it on the "Favorites" list, picturing his wife and two young children all together, with the independence of their new home to strech out into.
As a real estate agent in Indianapolis, I see these properties all the time.Indianapolis Real Estate is saturated with these bank owned homes, great Indiana home values waiting to be filled with families. What a great time to move up, downsize, or simply stop paying rent.
Contact Katie Bogan today to check out what bank owned homes in Indianapolis can offer to you.
Today, I got to show a home in Indy Downtown on Fayette Street (that one-block neighborhood just East of Dr. MLK, South of 10th Street). All the little Historic Homes Indy look similar; tiny, little cottages with little front porches and little yards, all very well taken care of.
While closing up the home, I bumped into the returning owner. We exchanged kind words, and he informed me that the historic home had been moved from Missouri Street on the Central Canal to it's present location on Fayette Street in 1995, as part of a Conservation District. Now if you're into Downtown Indianapolis Homes, you know all about the Historic Districts, with strict guidelines for exterior changes. This one, however, at 938 Fayette, is only part of a Conservation District.
I simply couldn't wait to get home and research what all this meant. I quickly found a report compiled in the 90s about how the city wanted to tear down this dilapidated part of town, but instead, these Downtown Indianapolis Homes were consolidated into one street - Fayette. This made way for the Central Canal to become it's present-day popular social attraction.
What a history lesson! If you'd like more information from Downtown Indy 's Guru, contact Katie Bogan, Century 21 Scheetz.
When Realtors earn their Real Estate License Indiana, and join the Indianapolis MLS, MIBOR, we are given strict training on ethics, namely HONESTY. If you, as a business person, aren't honest and upfront with your customers and clients, how in the world will you ever be trusted by the public and have the opportunity to grow your business?
Unfortunately, the rules of common sense don't seem to apply in the media. They like to scare the public into dark corners (think politics, diets, safety, and even toothpaste), driving the public to act on avoiding pain. For what purpose? Who knows?
The media isn't totally honest with the public - it's all showbusiness, if you haven't figured out. Watch out for the horror stories that they publish about the Mortgage Rates in Indianapolis, the Indianapolis Foreclosures, and the Indianapolis Real Estate for Sale - take it all with a grain of salt. These "facts" are exaggerated to be exciting news stories... and are unethical.
It is an Indianapolis Realtor 's job to be honest and truthful with the public. Ask yourself these questions, and really think about the answers:
When is the best time to move up?In a downward or flat market. Your home may not have appreciated in value, but you will get a steal-of-a-deal on your new home, no doubt about that - especially with a piece of those shiny, new Mortgage Rates in Indianapolis, at an unbelievable low.
When should an investor get started? In a market full of short sales and foreclosures. What are you waiting for? When homeowners are forced out of their homes, they have to live somewhere, and probably won't qualify for those great Mortgage Rates in Indianapolis.They rent.
As a First Time Homebuyer, when does it make the most sense to buy? When what you're paying in rent is more than or equal to what your mortgage payment would be! Rent vs. Buy is a classic indicator of when to make your best move.
Forget the media - YOU, the consumer, drive this market. YOU control more than you think, so don't hesitate to get into this market - it won't be around forever!
To find out what opportunities this fantastic, rare Indiana Real Estate market has opened up, contact Katie Bogan, trained in ethics at MIBOR in Indianapolis.
Just like in many cities across the US, Indianapolis Foreclosures seem to be on the rise. Every night, you hear on the news something different about the "Housing Crisis".
Let's look at what Bank Owned Homes Indianapolis has to offer.
Take a new listing in popular Fountain Square, for example, near Indy Downtown. Located at 1602 Lexington, it's a small 1000 square foot home built in 1885. It's one of the bank owned homes Indianapolis is boasting to help regular-people investors get a piece of this so-called "Housing Crisis". It's listed at a mere $9,900. Sure it needs a little elbow grease, but what a gem right in the heart of the Up-And-Coming Fountain Square area, full of newly renovated homes, stylish restaurants and retail, and friendly neighbors!
In order to successfully (and legally) manuever through the bank's paperwork, feel at ease putting your trust in Katie Bogan, an Indianapolis Realtor with punctuality and professionalism.
Want to get your feet wet in the Indy Downtown market?
Look no further - This is one of the Downtown Indianapolis Homes that is ready for your magic touches.
Take a peek at 2143 N. Delaware Street, in Historic Herron-Morton Place. The Downtown Indianapolis Real Estate Market proves to be accessible to investors of all shapes and sizes. Not only has this Indianapolis Historic Homes already been converted back to a single family home, it's sturdy 1890 construction shows in the hardwood details, grand front staircase, and clever exterior detailing.
This is one of Downtown's finest Investment Properties Indianapolis has to offer. It even includes the very rare, empty lot beside it with fruit trees and a wrought iron fence surrounding. Looking for over 4,000 square feet of home for this price in Indy Downtown - with 2 fireplaces?
What an extraordinary restoration candidate for all your investment dreams!
2143 N. Delaware Street is easy to show - no appointment necessary. Contact Katie Bogan to take the grand tour and see what Indianapolis Historic Homes are available!
Ever heard of a Short Sale? In Indiana Short Sale are becoming more common. Although this is a relatively new term to the Indianapolis Indiana Home market, it's been around for quite a while, quietly working behind the scenes.
After a homeowner defaults on their mortgage, they automatically go into forclosure and lose their home to the bank, right? Look at all those Bank Owned Homes Indianapolis has in the Indianapolis MLS! This is not always the case!
A short sale is the step in between, where you communicate with the bank and they take a loss on your unpaid mortgage. Your home goes up for sale, listed as a short sale, and you soften that nasty bruise on your credit. On the buyers' end, they have the potential to get a well-cared-for home for essentially whatever that person owes left on the mortgage. Sounds simple, but you'll need an Indianapolis Realtor to get you there.
Check out this home: 9119 Doubloon Road. It's one of the Indianapolis Condos that is listed as a short sale. Others in the neighborhood are going for $20k+ more, while this one continues to drop it's Already-Low price on a regular basis. Nice home, GREAT piece of Marion County real estate, in a spectacular wooded neighborhood .
Contact Katie Bogan if you'd like more information on short sales.
So what's all the buzz about Indianapolis Historic Homes?
The Downtown Indianapolis Real Estate market is full of homes with charm bursting out of the walls. Most homes in the Indy Downtown area are 100+ years old, but have also been remodeled to today's standards. Some of my favorites are of Victorian architecture with eye-catching turrets, beautiful exterior paint schemes, gleaming hardwoods, tall, sunny windows, and friendly front porches.
Much attention has been put into the process of remodeling these homes to keep the originality intact, while modern conveniences haven't been overlooked. Granite countertops, exposed brick, finished ballrooms/attics into entertainment centers, and garages are standard in Indy Downtown.
The prices of these homes remain competitive, Home Prices Indianapolis is used to in larger homes with many amenities. The pictures feature 1911 Delaware Street, a particularly beautiful old Indianapolis home for sale in a strong Downtown neighborhood community, Herron-Morton Place.
Contact Katie Bogan to schedule a showing on this Indianapolis Home for Sale.
Last week, a client came to me looking for Indianapolis Land for Sale. We set up a search for a wooded plot of land in a 30-mile radius around Danville, Indiana. He was looking to purchase about 10-20 acres of Indianapolis land. Our search turned up a few results, and we are continuing to look for more to choose from.
He told me the story of how he and his wife have 4 children, under the age of 10. They live in a big, historic home, homeschool their children, and he'd like to teach his kids some carpentry skills. His plans are to build a cabin on this Indianapolis Land for sale and let his kids help every step of the way.
We found some Indianapolis land for sale that took us right back to the days of the pioneers, perfect for what he was looking for.
If you are looking for some Indianapolis Land, contact Katie Bogan to get your search started.
Just some of the things you can expect from Katie include:
Unparalleled Client Care... the overall difference between good and great
Excellent Communication... especially important to stay on track
Strong Focus on Research and Analysis... to ensure the best deal possible
Advocate of Thorough Due Diligence... in all transactions
Punctuality... there's no such thing as "late"
Attention to Detail... in all matters
Committment... to your total satisfaction
Integrity... in all facets of business
Professionalism... in every regard
While you are working with Katie Bogan, you will learn that nothing means more to her than her family, and you will become a part of Katie's real estate family.
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a track record of being safe even for young children, and 
at supurb prices. I seem to be finding more and more of these 
Yesterday, I had the pleasure of meeting a 
wonderful couple who lives in 
historic homes abound with square feet and character
of town.
found a 
sense don't seem to apply in the media. They like to scare the public into dark corners (think politics, diets, safety, and even toothpaste), 
This is one of Downtown's finest Investment Properties Indianapolis has to offer. It even includes the very rare, empty lot beside it with fruit trees and a wrought iron fence surrounding. Looking for over 4,000 square feet of home for this price in 
been around for quite a while, quietly working behind the scenes. 
bursting out of the walls. Most homes in the Indy Downtown area are 100+ years old, but have also been remodeled to today's standards. Some of my favorites are of Victorian architecture with eye-catching turrets, beautiful exterior paint schemes, gleaming hardwoods, tall, sunny windows, and friendly front porches. 
has been put into the process of remodeling these homes to keep the originality intact, while modern conveniences haven't been overlooked. Granite countertops, exposed brick, finished ballrooms/attics into entertainment centers, and garages are standard in 
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