240Chenal Blogshttp://homes.point2.com/Blog/US/Arkansas/Pulaski-County/Little-Rock/Chenal.aspxhttp://homes.point2.com/Images/Icons/807AAA359696B2CCC21BE5A099399412.jpghttp://homes.point2.com/2009-11-11T08:37:00-06:00The absorption rate and average days on the market improved in all areas except west Pulaski County and Chenal, along with Otter Creek. Of the eleven areas that are look at all but three are at or under a 6 month absorption rate and at or under 90 days ...http://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2009/11/11/little-rock-homes-sales-continue-positive-tends-in-most-areas-through-october.aspx2009-11-11T08:37:00-06:00Rusty Armstronghttp://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2009/11/11/little-rock-homes-sales-continue-positive-tends-in-most-areas-through-october.aspxMarket ConditionsBuyer InformationReal Estate SalesHome SalesLittle Rock Arkansassales data$8,000 First-time Home Buyer Tax Credit Major Points: The $8,000 tax credit is for first-time home buyers only. For the tax credit program , the IRS defines a first-time home buyer as someone who has not owned a principal residence during the three-year ...http://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2009/11/9/first-time-buyers-tax-credit-extension-and-new-6500-move-up-credit-information.aspx2009-11-09T08:47:00-06:00Rusty Armstronghttp://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2009/11/9/first-time-buyers-tax-credit-extension-and-new-6500-move-up-credit-information.aspxReal EstateBuyer InformationSeller InformationAnnounmentsLittle Rock ArkansasNormal 0 false false false MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 st1\:*{behavior:url(#ieooui) } /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-parent:""; ...http://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2009/11/2/little-rock-arkansas-neighborhoods-hall-high-area.aspx2009-11-02T14:30:00-06:00Rusty Armstronghttp://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2009/11/2/little-rock-arkansas-neighborhoods-hall-high-area.aspxReal EstatePoint2Buyer InformationCommunity InformationMarketReal Estate SalesLittle Rock ArkansasMarlowe Manor, Little Rock - We invite everyone to visit our open house at 1517 Jennifer on October 11 from 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM . Property informationhttp://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2009/10/8/91a0684d0aa446b4a17af2cc7b6694a1.aspx2009-10-08T11:31:00-06:00Rusty Armstronghttp://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2009/10/8/91a0684d0aa446b4a17af2cc7b6694a1.aspxReal EstateFor SaleOpen HousesThe residential sales trends for the Little Rock, Arkansas area continue to move every slowly in a positive direction in most all areas at the end September. Homes that are in good condition and price right are selling in a reasonable time.. Supply continues ...http://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2009/10/5/home-sales-numbers-trends-remain-on-positive-direction-in-little-rock-arkansas.aspx2009-10-05T13:15:00-06:00Rusty Armstronghttp://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2009/10/5/home-sales-numbers-trends-remain-on-positive-direction-in-little-rock-arkansas.aspxMarket ConditionsBuyer InformationSeller InformationResidential Sales RatesHome Salessales dataLittle Rock Arkansas Homes SalesHome with a view. • 3,517 sq. ft., 3 bath, 3 bdrm 2 story "Traditional" - MLS® $309,500 Overlook, Little Rock - Need more space? You must check out this house! This home is loaded with space. Approximately 1000sf of unfinished space ...http://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2009/9/23/81fc14576993410aa4df5b5ec31817f9.aspx2009-09-23T14:18:00-06:00Rusty Armstronghttp://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2009/9/23/81fc14576993410aa4df5b5ec31817f9.aspxReal EstateFor SaleHome SalesLittle Rock Arkansas Homes SalesThe Arkansas REALTORS Association report of September 14th shows that the average list price on homes continues to slide slightly and the number of homes listed has increased over last month but are still below the highs reached this year. Here in Central ...http://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2009/9/16/arkansas-realtor-association-reports-on-home-sale-market-as-of-sept-14.aspx2009-09-16T09:58:00-06:00Rusty Armstronghttp://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2009/9/16/arkansas-realtor-association-reports-on-home-sale-market-as-of-sept-14.aspxMarket ConditionsLittle Rock Arkansas Homes SalesThe Market Absorption Rate continues to move down at the end of August in almost all areas. Out of the eleven areas that are followed in the Little Rock area all but 4 have a listing inventory of under six months and a average days on market of 90 days ...http://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2009/9/9/august-home-sales-trends-remain-positive-for-little-rock-area.aspx2009-09-09T08:10:00-06:00Rusty Armstronghttp://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2009/9/9/august-home-sales-trends-remain-positive-for-little-rock-area.aspxReal EstateMarket ConditionsSeller InformationMarketReal Estate SalesHome SalesLittle Rock Arkansassales dataUpdated home in Hall High Area • 1,923 sq. ft., 2 bath, 3 bdrm single story "Traditional" - MLS® $189,000 - Priced to sell Hall High Area, Little Rock - If you are looking for a single level home in a great neighborhood this could be ...http://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2009/8/26/abd8116d31cc4fe89fa8b97661343b11.aspx2009-08-26T14:14:00-06:00Rusty Armstronghttp://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2009/8/26/abd8116d31cc4fe89fa8b97661343b11.aspxReal EstateFor Salelittle Rock ArkansaThe trend of increase sales in the Little Rock area in a 6 month period continues for the second month at the end of July. Sales were up 17% over the 6 month period ending in June. Sales were up in every market area. The number of properties for sale also ...http://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2009/8/7/little-rock-home-sales-numbers-continues-to-increase-and-absorption-rate-trends-down.aspx2009-08-07T07:31:00-06:00Rusty Armstronghttp://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2009/8/7/little-rock-home-sales-numbers-continues-to-increase-and-absorption-rate-trends-down.aspxBuyer InformationSeller InformationMarketReal Estate SalesResidential Sales RatesHome Saleslittle Rock Arkansasales dataThe market for homes selling in Little Rock most active areas show increases in the number of sales for 6 months in all areas that are followed except for the Jacksonville which was down. The areas of Little Rock without Cabot and Jacksonville increased ...http://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2009/7/7/little-rock-arkansas-monthly-trends-report-for-june-shows-increases-in-all-areas.aspx2009-07-07T09:02:00-06:00Rusty Armstronghttp://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2009/7/7/little-rock-arkansas-monthly-trends-report-for-june-shows-increases-in-all-areas.aspxMarket ConditionsBuyer InformationSeller Informationlittle Rock Arkansasales dataYou are thinking about buying a home or ready to by one, getting approved for a loan is a good first step.Talking to a mortgage company and making application for loan approval can make the buying process much easier.You know for sure you can get a loan ...http://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2009/6/26/getting-pre-approved-for-a-loan-a-good-first-step.aspx2009-06-26T09:13:00-06:00Rusty Armstronghttp://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2009/6/26/getting-pre-approved-for-a-loan-a-good-first-step.aspxReal EstateBuyer InformationHome SalesLittle Rock ArkansasYes, many homes are selling fast when they hit the market here in Little Rock, but a lot of homes are taking much longer to sell. This gap between those that are selling fast and the slow sellers has expanded in this market. The residential market has ...http://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2009/6/24/some-homes-selling-fast-in-little-rock-area.aspx2009-06-24T08:09:00-06:00Rusty Armstronghttp://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2009/6/24/some-homes-selling-fast-in-little-rock-area.aspxMarket ConditionsMarketReal Estate SalesResidential Sales RatesHome SalesLittle Rock ArkansasPine Valley Estates, Sherwood - Announcing a price reduction on 8930 Williams Drive, a 2,480 sq. ft., 2 bath, 3 bdrm 1 1/2 story "Country style with great front porch.". Now MLS® $237,500 - Home with 7 acres.. Property informationhttp://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2009/6/20/2a9af4c6de264eb29b7fab2e62c44633.aspx2009-06-20T06:32:00-06:00Rusty Armstronghttp://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2009/6/20/2a9af4c6de264eb29b7fab2e62c44633.aspxReal EstateFor SaleHome SalesLittle Rock ArkansasIn these reports we have been looking at the Absorption rate on home sales by area. Today I looked at how sales were doing by price range. The most active price range is below $300,000. First Time Buyer Tax Credit, FHA and VA loan limits contribute to ...http://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2009/6/12/what-price-homes-are-selling-best-in-the-little-rock-area.aspx2009-06-12T14:24:00-06:00Rusty Armstronghttp://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2009/6/12/what-price-homes-are-selling-best-in-the-little-rock-area.aspxMarket ConditionsBuyer InformationCommunity InformationMarketReal Estate SalesResidential Sales RatesHome SalesLittle Rock ArkansasThis monthly report has been tracking the home sales trends in the most active areas of Little Rock, North Little Rock and Maumelle. Each month it looks at the number of sold properties in the past 6 months and using that sales rate to see how many months ...http://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2009/6/5/little-rock-arkansas-monthly-trends-report-for-may-make-positive-move.aspx2009-06-05T14:32:00-06:00Rusty Armstronghttp://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2009/6/5/little-rock-arkansas-monthly-trends-report-for-may-make-positive-move.aspxReal EstateMarket ConditionsIndustryBuyer InformationSeller InformationCommunity InformationMarketReal Estate SalesResidential Sales RatesHome SalesLittle Rock ArkansasHomes continue to take less time to sale in the most active areas of Little Rock. At the end of February the sales rate to sale all homes on the market was 8.5 months and an average market time of 126 days. At the end of April these numbers have gone down ...http://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2009/5/8/average-days-on-market-continues-to-improve-in-little-rock-area-in-march.aspx2009-05-08T13:10:00-06:00Rusty Armstronghttp://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2009/5/8/average-days-on-market-continues-to-improve-in-little-rock-area-in-march.aspxReal EstateMarket ConditionsIndustryBuyer InformationCommunity InformationMarketReal Estate SalesResidential Sales RatesHome SalesLittle Rock ArkansasThe number of homes selling per month in the Little Rock area increase from the end of February to the end of March in most areas, but the number of listings on the market also increased. So for sellers it remains a very competitive market. The areas with ...http://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2009/4/6/number-of-homes-sales-increase-in-little-rock.aspx2009-04-06T14:21:00-06:00Rusty Armstronghttp://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2009/4/6/number-of-homes-sales-increase-in-little-rock.aspxReal EstateMarket ConditionsIndustryBuyer InformationSeller InformationMarketReal Estate SalesAt our team meeting today I plan to discuss a wide range of topics. We will fact that our March sales increased over February and January and how we can keep it going. Update on how our leads from the internet marketing and CARTUS are coming in and our ...http://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2009/4/1/topics-for-team-meeting-today.aspx2009-04-01T08:18:00-06:00Rusty Armstronghttp://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2009/4/1/topics-for-team-meeting-today.aspxReal EstateMarket ConditionsAnnouncementsEventsTechnologyReal Estate SalesMy rant for the day. Why are agents still putting homes on the market with no pictures are just one? Just this morning out of 18 new listings that came up 9 had no pictures and the was one with just 1. Some of these will not have pictures for a week. What ...http://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2009/3/25/why-are-homes-put-on-the-market-with-no-pictures.aspx2009-03-25T07:01:00-06:00Rusty Armstronghttp://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2009/3/25/why-are-homes-put-on-the-market-with-no-pictures.aspxReal EstateTechnologyIndustryPoint2Seller InformationMarketReal Estate SalesThe Little Rock Area home markets vary in sales rates from an average days on market of 90 days to a high of 255 days. Maumelle and the area of Little Rock from University Avenue to I-430 areas seems to be two of the best areas to sell a home over the ...http://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2009/3/13/little-rock-area-home-markets-vary-in-sales-rates.aspx2009-03-13T08:06:00-06:00Rusty Armstronghttp://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2009/3/13/little-rock-area-home-markets-vary-in-sales-rates.aspxReal EstateMarket ConditionsBuyer InformationSeller InformationMarketReal Estate SalesThere are many things that can be looked at to evaluate the strength of the real estate market in an area but one that many economist and market readers use is the Absorption Rate. This is determined by looking at the numbers of homes that are selling ...http://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2009/3/10/using-absorption-rate-to-evaluate-the-real-estate-market.aspx2009-03-10T07:33:00-06:00Rusty Armstronghttp://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2009/3/10/using-absorption-rate-to-evaluate-the-real-estate-market.aspxReal EstateAnnouncementsBuyer InformationSeller InformationMarketReal Estate SalesEven though all you hear is doom and gloom in the media, people are still buying and selling homes in the Little Rock area. Proof is the outstanding production of our team. Leading our team in production are Gail McRae, Pegie Larrison and Jerry Hill with ...http://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2009/3/10/sales-leaders-at-era-armstrong-team-realtors.aspx2009-03-10T07:21:00-06:00Rusty Armstronghttp://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2009/3/10/sales-leaders-at-era-armstrong-team-realtors.aspxReal EstateMarket ConditionsAnnouncementsReal Estate SalesFirst-time home buyers who purchase a home before December 1, 2009 may be eligible to take advantage of an $8,000 tax credit as part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. Qualifying first-time home buyers may claim a tax credit of ten ...http://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2009/2/27/first-time-home-buyers-tax-credit-of-up-to-8-0000.aspx2009-02-27T08:35:00-06:00Rusty Armstronghttp://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2009/2/27/first-time-home-buyers-tax-credit-of-up-to-8-0000.aspxReal EstateMarket ConditionsFor SaleAnnouncementsFinancesBuyer InformationCampaign will provide community with greater access to exclusive home how-to information Little Rock , AR (Grassroots Newswire) January 8, 2009 – ERA Armstrong Team Realtors in Little Rock is pleased to announce that it is part of a yearlong national ...http://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2009/1/14/era-armstrong-team-realtors-in-little-rock-announces-national-sponsorship-with-ask-this-old-house.aspx2009-01-14T14:15:00-06:00Rusty Armstronghttp://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2009/1/14/era-armstrong-team-realtors-in-little-rock-announces-national-sponsorship-with-ask-this-old-house.aspxReal EstateAnnouncementsIndustryBuyer InformationSeller InformationCommunity InformationFHA Down Payment requirements go up form 3% to 3.5% on January1, 2009. Loans that are started before January 1 will still get the 3% down payment. With interest rates at 5% or below, it is a great time to buy a home. Plus if you are a first time home buyer ...http://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2008/12/11/8d419293023a4d6cac23d6deee5b4b3d.aspx2008-12-11T16:32:00-06:00Rusty Armstronghttp://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2008/12/11/8d419293023a4d6cac23d6deee5b4b3d.aspxAnnouncementsWith the crash of the Stock Market and all the talk credit crunch, the number one question I am ask is can you get a loan to buy a house. The answer is yes. Bank loans are the loans that are hard to get. Loans for cars, business loans, and lines of credit ...http://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2008/10/14/can-i-get-a-home-loan-in-this-market.aspx2008-10-14T13:34:00-06:00Rusty Armstronghttp://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2008/10/14/can-i-get-a-home-loan-in-this-market.aspxReal EstateMarket ConditionsBuyer InformationSeller InformationReal Estate SalesERA Armstrong Team, REALTORS has sponsored a new video that previews the Little Rock Area. We hope that it will introduce familes considering the Little Rock area to this wonderful city and state. The video highlights the city and state's beauty, attractions, ...http://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2008/8/29/video-of-little-rock-arkansas-previews-area.aspx2008-08-29T07:16:00-06:00Rusty Armstronghttp://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2008/8/29/video-of-little-rock-arkansas-previews-area.aspxAnnouncementsCommunity InformationMarketERA Armstrong Team, REALTORS in Little Rock, Arkansas production leaders for July 2008. Top Lister - Theresa Oberle Top Producer in Little Rock - Gail McRae Top Producer for North Little Rock - Bobbie McCluskey Top Rookie - Thomas Kroephlhttp://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2008/8/10/era-armstrong-team-production-leaders-for-july.aspx2008-08-10T12:10:00-06:00Rusty Armstronghttp://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2008/8/10/era-armstrong-team-production-leaders-for-july.aspxReal EstateAnnouncementsIndustryReal Estate SalesWith all the news in the media these days you could wonder if now is the time to buy a home. If you are in a stable job and have good credit I say yes it is and here are 5 reasons it is a great time to buy now. 1. There is a great selection of homes on ...http://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2008/8/4/5-reasons-it-s-a-great-time-to-buy-in-little-rock-arkansas.aspx2008-08-04T12:20:00-06:00Rusty Armstronghttp://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2008/8/4/5-reasons-it-s-a-great-time-to-buy-in-little-rock-arkansas.aspxReal EstateMarket ConditionsBuyer InformationMarketReal Estate SalesAs stewards of the real estate industry, it is our goal and obligation to identify new trends that impact our business and respond with the appropriate tools to better service our customers. After analyzing the facts about text messaging, ERA Armstrong ...http://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2008/7/21/text-messaging-is-a-must-have-in-today-s-dynamic-environment.aspx2008-07-21T15:29:00-06:00Rusty Armstronghttp://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2008/7/21/text-messaging-is-a-must-have-in-today-s-dynamic-environment.aspxReal EstateAnnouncementsTechnologyProduct ReviewsAnyone who has ever moved knows that there are seemingly a million and one tasks to remember, from selecting a moving company to switching off utilities. All of the adjustments and changes involved in moving to a new home can be even more challenging when ...http://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2008/7/2/making-your-dog-house-a-home-moving-with-less-stress-for-your-pets.aspx2008-07-02T14:02:00-06:00Rusty Armstronghttp://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2008/7/2/making-your-dog-house-a-home-moving-with-less-stress-for-your-pets.aspxReal EstateBuyer InformationSeller InformationERA Armstrong Team, REALTORS sales leaders for June were announced today. In the Little Rock Office Shelly Dahl was the Top Producer and Gail McRae was the Top Listing Agent. In the North Little Rock Office April Chadick was the the Top Producer and the ...http://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2008/7/2/era-armstrong-team-sales-leaders-for-june.aspx2008-07-02T13:33:00-06:00Rusty Armstronghttp://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2008/7/2/era-armstrong-team-sales-leaders-for-june.aspxAnnouncementsIndustryAnnounmentsReal Estate SalesMany sellers feel they must list their property higher than the market analysis so they will have "room to negotiate." While it is true that some buyers may want to make lowball offers, the buyers who really want your house will pay fair market ...http://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2008/6/12/why-overpricing-and-soliciting-offers-doesn-t-work.aspx2008-06-12T07:22:00-06:00Rusty Armstronghttp://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2008/6/12/why-overpricing-and-soliciting-offers-doesn-t-work.aspxReal EstateFor SaleSeller InformationReal Estate SalesThe Central Arkansas area has come from the best real estate market in its history. Now the national market has taken an extreme down turn and the average price of homes has actually gone down. The Central Arkansas market has remained much better than ...http://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2008/6/10/tips-on-pricing-your-home-for-sale-in-a-buyers-market.aspx2008-06-10T11:37:00-06:00Rusty Armstronghttp://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2008/6/10/tips-on-pricing-your-home-for-sale-in-a-buyers-market.aspxReal EstateMarket ConditionsSeller InformationReal Estate SalesSales and listing production for 2008 continues to run will ahead of 2007 numbers and May continued that trend. A strong sales team effort was lead by a group of top producers. The leaders were anounced at the June 4 Team meeting. Top producting agent ...http://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2008/6/6/era-armstrong-team-production-leaders-for-may-2008.aspx2008-06-06T13:11:00-06:00Rusty Armstronghttp://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2008/6/6/era-armstrong-team-production-leaders-for-may-2008.aspxReal EstateMarket ConditionsAnnouncementsReal Estate SalesFinally, a good news report on Little Rock area growth and the real estate market. I was pleased to be a part of KTHV Channel 11's positive news story last night on the growth of investments in Little Rock. It pointed out how much development is going ...http://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2008/5/20/news-on-little-rock-s-growth.aspx2008-05-20T08:56:00-06:00Rusty Armstronghttp://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2008/5/20/news-on-little-rock-s-growth.aspxReal EstateMarket ConditionsIndustryBuyer InformationCommunity InformationMarketReal Estate SalesERA Armstrong Team, REALTORS continued out pacing 2007 production in April of 2008. New listings and listings sold were the best month for 2008. This team production was lead by some outstanding months by our awards recipients for April. Top Lister – ...http://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2008/5/8/production-leaders-for-era-armstrong-team-realtors-in-april.aspx2008-05-08T14:42:00-06:00Rusty Armstronghttp://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2008/5/8/production-leaders-for-era-armstrong-team-realtors-in-april.aspxReal EstateAnnouncementsIndustryMarketReal Estate SalesReal estate professionals and customers alike give a good deal of thought to what the Realtor® can do for the homebuyer or seller. A question that may not get asked as often is why Realtors® do what they do. It's worth asking, both for focusing ...http://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2008/4/23/career-path-becoming-a-realtor.aspx2008-04-23T12:35:00-06:00Rusty Armstronghttp://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2008/4/23/career-path-becoming-a-realtor.aspxReal EstateIndustryPoint2Real Estate SalesIf you are contemplating the purchase of your first home, congratulations! As you probably know, buying a home is one of the biggest financial commitments you can make. It is also a process filled with emotion, and a touch of anxiety. To help keep you ...http://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2008/4/23/no-time-like-the-first-time-to-buy-a-home.aspx2008-04-23T12:24:00-06:00Rusty Armstronghttp://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2008/4/23/no-time-like-the-first-time-to-buy-a-home.aspxReal EstateBuyer InformationReal Estate SalesThe spring pollen is going strong here in Little Rock, Arkansas, but it seems to have caused the buyers to come out too. April sales activity strong. It has really been busy since tax season has been over. Just this week, we are working with multiple buyers ...http://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2008/4/23/home-sales-picking-up-in-april-in-little-rock.aspx2008-04-23T07:35:00-06:00Rusty Armstronghttp://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2008/4/23/home-sales-picking-up-in-april-in-little-rock.aspxReal EstateMarket ConditionsBuyer InformationSeller InformationCommunity InformationReal Estate SalesTheresa Oberle was named Top Producer and Lister for the month on March for ERA Armstrong Team, REALTORS. Bobbie McCluskey was recognized as the Top Producer for the North Little Rock Office and Judy Powers earned the Top Rookie Award. Jennifer Johnston ...http://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2008/4/21/era-armstrong-team-top-agents-for-march.aspx2008-04-21T08:01:00-06:00Rusty Armstronghttp://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2008/4/21/era-armstrong-team-top-agents-for-march.aspxAnnouncementsMany people believe they can save a considerable amount of money by selling on their own. They look at the average commission on a house and remember stories of friends or relatives who managed to get through the process with seemingly little trouble. ...http://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2008/4/17/can-i-sell-my-house-myself.aspx2008-04-17T13:33:00-06:00Rusty Armstronghttp://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2008/4/17/can-i-sell-my-house-myself.aspxReal EstateMarket ConditionsFor SaleSeller InformationReal Estate SalesSimply put, a mortgage is a loan that a homebuyer obtains directly from a lender to purchase real estate . The mortgage is a lien on the property that secures a promissory note (promise to repay the debt) that states the terms of the loan, including the ...http://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2008/4/17/what-is-a-mortgage-and-what-are-the-benefits-of-different-kinds-of-mortgages.aspx2008-04-17T13:28:00-06:00Rusty Armstronghttp://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2008/4/17/what-is-a-mortgage-and-what-are-the-benefits-of-different-kinds-of-mortgages.aspxReal EstatePoint2FinancesBuyer InformationMarketReal Estate SalesIt’s a matter of personal preference. Both new and older homes offer distinct advantages, depending upon your unique tastes and lifestyle. New homes generally have more space in the rooms where today’s families do their living, like a family ...http://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2008/4/17/is-an-older-home-as-good-a-value-as-a-new-home.aspx2008-04-17T13:19:00-06:00Rusty Armstronghttp://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2008/4/17/is-an-older-home-as-good-a-value-as-a-new-home.aspxReal EstateFor SaleBuyer InformationMarketReal Estate SalesWill the rain ever stop? This early Spring has be a very wet one here in Little Rock and there has been way too much rain in a large part of Arkansas. In the Little Rock area this has not keep the real estate activiy from being good. With interest rates ...http://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2008/4/3/great-market-for-buyers-in-little-rock.aspx2008-04-03T09:52:00-06:00Rusty Armstronghttp://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2008/4/3/great-market-for-buyers-in-little-rock.aspxReal EstateMarket ConditionsIndustryPoint2Buyer InformationReal Estate SalesSummary of January 2008 Housing Market Report from Arkansas Realtors® Association 1 Most Units Sold for the Month Rank Jan '08 Jan '07 % Change 1. Pulaski County 261 316 -17.41% 4. Saline County 85 121 -29.75% Highest Valuations for the Month ...http://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2008/3/14/january-2008-housing-market-report-for-pulaski-and-saine-county-s-in-arknasas.aspx2008-03-14T13:42:00-06:00Rusty Armstronghttp://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2008/3/14/january-2008-housing-market-report-for-pulaski-and-saine-county-s-in-arknasas.aspxReal EstateMarket ConditionsSeller InformationCommunity InformationMarketERA Armstrong Team, REALTORS has named there top selling and Listing team memebers for February Theresa Oberle was named the Top Producer and Top Lister Bobbie McCluskey was the Top Producer in the North Little Rock Office Judy Powers was Top Rookie Jennifer ...http://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2008/3/11/era-armstrong-team-realtors-names-top-agents-for-february.aspx2008-03-11T14:31:00-06:00Rusty Armstronghttp://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2008/3/11/era-armstrong-team-realtors-names-top-agents-for-february.aspxMarketAnnounmentsReal Estate SalesOur market today is offering us many challenges to being successful for ourselves and our clients. I read an article featuring many of the top real estate trainer's thoughts on these challenges. Here are the best ones. Challenge: "By accident" ...http://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2008/3/11/today-s-real-estate-market-challenges-agents.aspx2008-03-11T14:05:00-06:00Rusty Armstronghttp://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2008/3/11/today-s-real-estate-market-challenges-agents.aspxReal EstateMarket ConditionsIndustryI attended the ERA Real Estate International Business Conference last week in Orlando. This conference is always very informative and fun . One of the most interesting sessions was on what the real estate market will look like and what skill real estate ...http://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2008/3/6/what-the-future-real-estate-business-will-look-like-answers-from-era-business-conference.aspx2008-03-06T16:25:00-06:00Rusty Armstronghttp://www.eraateam.com/blogs/rusty_armstrong/archive/2008/3/6/what-the-future-real-estate-business-will-look-like-answers-from-era-business-conference.aspxReal EstateMarket ConditionsEventsTechnology