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Nice View Home

johneissinger — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 22:32:33 +0000

Nice view home in Port Ludlow, WA all on one level. 3.1 acres in a area of nice homes about 2 miles from the Hood Canal Bridge. Nice views on Puget Sound and Cascade mountains.

RE/MAX 2012 Top 10 Housing Predictions

Charlie Arthur, CCIM at RE/MAX FIRST, INC. — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 19:33:50 +0000

I hope you find this video from RE/MAX helpful.

Located on the Northwest corner of Washington State on the Olympic Peninsula, Port Townsend is a hub of diversity and culture that can be found throughout it’s year round events. Music Festivals bring local and outside talent to Fort Worden. The Port Townsend Film Festival is fun for all ages and perfect for the weekend getaway. For the seafarers, The Northwest Maritime Center and the Woodenboat Foundation offer endless opportunities to live and breathe boats!

In Port Townsend, we appreciate the small things. We know our neighbors. Whether you’re headed to the bank or the food co-op, everywhere you go is an opportunity to meet a new friend or connect with an old one. We have a wonderful variety of shopping and restaurants available – and our farmer’s market is one of the best in the region

Funny real estate agent video

Charlie Arthur, CCIM at RE/MAX FIRST, INC. — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:33 +0000

Congratulations to Charlie and Amy Arthur

johneissinger — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 16:21:58 +0000

Charlie and Amy Arthur are Co-Owners of RE/MAX First. We want to congratulate them not only making RE/MAX First the #1 Volume Real Estate Company in Jefferson County but also be nominated for Business Leaders of the Year! Their positive energy and focus on the business has taken RE/MAX First from 4th place to 1st place in 4 years.

Snow is almost gone in Port Townsend

johneissinger — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 17:54:31 +0000

Greetings on this Saturday morning from Port Townsend, WA. What a difference 24 hours makes with the weather.The weather has warmed up. The snow is almost gone. We did not get much wind and we have power.

All the best to those with trees down and no power….STAY WARM!

Have a great weekend!

2011 Real Estate Results

johneissinger — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 22:02:53 +0000

Year End 2011
Real Estate Sales Recap
Port Townsend and Jefferson County, WA.

Port Townsend 2010 2011 Percentage

Residential sales 95 81 -14.7%

Median Price $267,000 $230,000 -13.9%

Days on market 182 183 0.5%

(6.06 months) (6.1 months)

Average sold price $297,667 $249,792 -16.1%
Average list price $321,984 $264,131 -18.0%
Average orginal price $342,640 $289,085 -15.6%

Vacant Land 32 14 -56.3%

Condo 15 5 -66.7%

Commercial 0 4

Business Opportunity 1 1

Total Sales 143 107 -25%

Jefferson County 2010 2011 Percentage

Residential sales 268 287 7.1%

Median Price $265,000 $238,000 -10.2%

Days on market 173 220 27.2%
5.8 months 7.3 months

% of List price 93.72 93.17 -0.6%

Condo 24 15 -37.5%

Vacant Land 85 65 -23.5%

Commercial 2 5 150.0%

Total Sales 384 380 -1.0%

Port Ludlow 2010 2011 Percentage

Home sales 31 36 16.1%

Cape George

Home sales 10 15 50.0%

Kala Point
Home sales 7 12 71.4%

Prepared by John Eissinger – RE/MAX First Inc. Port Townsend, WA. 360-301-2378

These figures are NOT compiled by Northwest Multiple Listing Service

2011 Real Estate Sales

johneissinger — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 21:57:30 +0000

Year End 2011
Real Estate Sales Recap
Port Townsend and Jefferson County, WA.

Port Townsend 2010 2011 Percentage

Residential sales 95 81 -14.7%

Median Price $267,000 $230,000 -13.9%

Days on market 182 183 0.5%

(6.06 months) (6.1 months)

Average sold price $297,667 $249,792 -16.1%
Average list price $321,984 $264,131 -18.0%
Average orginal price $342,640 $289,085 -15.6%

Vacant Land 32 14 -56.3%

Condo 15 5 -66.7%

Commercial 0 4

Business Opportunity 1 1

Total Sales 143 107 -25%

Jefferson County 2010 2011 Percentage

Residential sales 268 287 7.1%

Median Price $265,000 $238,000 -10.2%

Days on market 173 220 27.2%
5.8 months 7.3 months

% of List price 93.72 93.17 -0.6%

Condo 24 15 -37.5%

Vacant Land 85 65 -23.5%

Commercial 2 5 150.0%

Total Sales 384 380 -1.0%

Port Ludlow 2010 2011 Percentage

Home sales 31 36 16.1%

Cape George

Home sales 10 15 50.0%

Kala Point
Home sales 7 12 71.4%

Prepared by John Eissinger – RE/MAX First Inc. Port Townsend, WA. 360-301-2378

These figures are NOT compiled by Northwest Multiple Listing Service

2011 Real Estate Sales for Jefferson County and Port Townsend, WA

johneissinger — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 21:54:06 +0000

Year End 2011
Real Estate Sales Recap
Port Townsend and Jefferson County, WA.

Port Townsend	2010	2011	Percentage

Residential sales	95	81	-14.7%

Median Price	$267,000	$230,000	-13.9%

Days on market	182	183	0.5%

	(6.06 months)	(6.1 months)

Average sold price	$297,667	$249,792	-16.1%
Average list price	$321,984	$264,131	-18.0%
Average orginal price	$342,640	$289,085	-15.6%


Vacant Land	32	14	-56.3%

Condo	15	5	-66.7%

Commercial	0	4

Business Opportunity	1	1

Total Sales	143	107	-25%

Jefferson County	2010	2011	Percentage

Residential sales	268	287	7.1%

Median Price	$265,000	$238,000	-10.2%

Days on market	173	220	27.2%
	5.8 months	7.3 months

% of List price	93.72	93.17	-0.6%

Condo	24	15	-37.5%

Vacant Land	85	65	-23.5%

Commercial	2	5	150.0%

Total Sales	384	380	-1.0%



Port Ludlow	2010	2011	Percentage

Home sales	31	36	16.1%

Cape George

Home sales	10	15	50.0%

Kala Point
Home sales	7	12	71.4%

Prepared by John Eissinger – RE/MAX First Inc. Port Townsend, WA. 360-301-2378

These figures are NOT compiled by Northwest Multiple Listing Service

The newest WA state ferry, Kennewick

johneissinger — Sat, 07 Jan 2012 00:22:34 +0000

Open House today

Ferry Kennewick

johneissinger — Sat, 07 Jan 2012 00:17:05 +0000

Open House today in Port Townsend, WA we had a chance to view the wheelhouse on the newest Washington State Ferry, Kennewick.

Rainbows, Rain and Wind

johneissinger — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 18:22:45 +0000

Wild Weather on New Years Day on Port Townsend Bay. Rain wind and rainbows

Merry Christmas

johneissinger — Sat, 24 Dec 2011 00:36:51 +0000

Here I sit in my office. Everyone else has gone home or never came in today. I am waiting for the title company to deliver a closing check.

Want to wish everyone a Very Merry Christmas!!!

My McMansions name maison d'écrémeuse

Alison Creamer- Bzibee — Sat, 06 Feb 2010 13:30:07 +0000

Wait it’s not over is it ? I cannot believe I missed the opportunity to have my very own mini mansion !!! Darn and I was going to call it maison d’écrémeuse. Oh well I guess instead I jump on some of the other new house 2010 trends.

1. Home decor
Soft Contemporary is the new term that means sleek, sophisticated but comfortable. Look for one or two elements that are eye-catching in a room not the eclectic look of the past.

2. Furniture
Eco friendly items will be a big hit this year.Natural fibers, recycled items and sustainable woods. Look for RED as the home decor color this year.

3. Landscaping
Organic gardens, community gardens, tomatoes, perennials. Thanks to Michelle Obama.

4. Budget Construction
Budget conscious and back to basics , energy efficiency, Going green, Fireplace pits out-door and summer kitchens

5. Remodeling
8-10 home improvements this past year were exterior upgrades. Steele entry door topped the list, fiber cement siding,wood decks,window replacements. Interior remodel were attic/bedroom conversion and kitchen remodel. Less effective items for resale was home office and sun room remodel.

I guess Ill keep my old brick ranch and update it !

Do you fee like it’s a REAL ESTATE Roller Coaster?

Alison Creamer- Bzibee — Sat, 30 Jan 2010 13:30:34 +0000

So the local paper in Hampton roads ( Virginian Pilot ) publishes the Real Estate Report by The Associated Press. Here is my spin !

I was just reading an article in the Virginian Pilot about the state of the housing market. Its up, its down, its up its down. I swear I feel like Im on a roller coaster. SO lets look at the national statistics.

1. Homes prices fell 12% last year (here is the gloom – Sharpest drop since the GREAT DEPRESSION, really we have to know that !)

2. Median sale price is now at $173,500 (here is the good – YEA people can afford the homes now) Down 23% from the PEAK in 2006

3. Home sales are up 21 % from the bottom a year ago, but also down 25% from the peak (had to sneak good and bad for that last big dip)

Okay here is my spin! STOP comparing everything from the PEAK! It was inflated it was not supposed to happen and if this is the standard by which we measure ,well we are always going to come up short! Good golly if I only look at the months that I had a lot of Real Estate sales close and only compare my self to the peak of earnings I would be terrified of loosing everything I own. No instead my family planned for the future I knew this was not a normal Real Estate Market. I had only been in business 2 years when the boom came and I even knew the market would stop at some point. We built our life around normal income not the inflated market. We did not over spend and create a household budget on what was coming in. To be honest, and Ill put it out to the world. I live on 3500k a month after taxes. YES that is it. We have all the normal bills as everyone else including HIGH Health insurance cost. I’m tired of analyst comparing everything we have to the PEAK. Id love to see if the peak never happened how far off would be be. Id also love to see American’s budget for what they actually earn and not an inflated income.

RETRO is it now or in the past ?

Alison Creamer- Bzibee — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 15:00:59 +0000

I help people buy and sell homes in Virginia, more specifically Hampton Roads. I do see some interesting decor during my tours. Lets see is retro now or is it the past. Funny how some homeowners have no idea how to pull together a “retro look”. If you have mauve carpet and a papasan chair in your living room this is not TRENDY retro ! Buyers are open to 1960, 70 and 80 pallets if its done right ,I think. Peach or Pink and Chocolate can be very chic matched with the right complimentary color. Sellers if you have no money and no time to remodel your “retro styled home” I would suggest a home stager. Create a chic and hip look with additional decor or the “just right” accessories. I have seen retro homes decorated with a stunning chic arrangement that worked for the buyer client.

Okay lets address the worst offenders that will NEVER be chic or trendy retro

1. Ruffeld curtains

2. Butcher block kitchen coutertops

3. Brass light fixtures

4. 1980s country wall paper

I really think peachy pink bathrooms as long at you can tone it down with chocolate or a complimentary color might be workable.

Here are few local home staggers you can contact if your looking for an update or your ready to sell and you need help. Tell them you saw them on Bzibees blog !

Stage Right Designz LLC

Shore Luxury

Staging on a budget

19th Century Ghent condo for sale

Alison Creamer- Bzibee — Sun, 17 Jan 2010 12:25:30 +0000

800 West Princess ann Rd D3 Norfolk Va is for sale. The home is located at the corner of Colley and Princess anne just steps away from the well loved artistic distrcit. Enjoy the safety of a gated community. Excellent Melrose place styled condo. Secure gated community with the charm of the 19th century. Current owners have updated the kitchen with new cabinets an, appliances and solid surface countertops. Updated lighting fixtures as well as Beautiful hardwood flooring though out. Over sized closets with a walk in closet in the master. Extra storage area comes with the unit as well. Condo fees cover many utilities to include water, heat and trash pickup. Association just made capital improvements to the roof. Take a summer walk in to historic Ghent enjoy and abundance of antiques shops and local restaurant s with style and dining you cannot find anywhere else in Hampton Roads.

Historic Ghent Condo

Alison Creamer Realtor, CDPE, ABR

http://www.bzibee.com

REMAX FIRST

5511 Princess ann Rd 101 Virginia Beach Va 23464

Licensed to sell Real Estate in Va.

Great shortsales all have been bank approved

Alison Creamer- Bzibee — Wed, 30 Dec 2009 21:10:06 +0000

Address

306 CIRCUIT LA nn 95,000

1908 DAWNEE BROOK TRL S chesp 235,000

3340 DAYTONA DRIVE vb 95,000

38 DECATUR ST ports 130,000

2608 EFFINGHAM STREET ports 110,000

1125 GAUNTLET DR chesp 126,100

1344 GRAYLYN ROAD vb 220,000

1987 MILL CREEK DR vb 135,000

1117 RUGBY ST norf 44,900

505 SPECTATOR ST ports 88,000

1458 TANNERS CREEK DR norf 80,000

3235 VERDUN AVE norf 173,000

632 VERMONT AVE ports 85,000

Check out these Hot Short sale listing in all major cites, Bank approved means QUICK closing . BPO’s have been done and now we just need your offer. Are you currently in the market for a Steal Deal or Baragin ! Make one of these a home for yourself or an investment place in 2010.

Call Alison Creamer today we have 60+ listing right now SLASHED for rock bottom prices.

Remax First
5511 Princess ann Rd Suite 101 Virginia Beach Va 23463
757-217-0900
Licensed to sell Real Estste in the state of Virginia

under 210k Garage 3 bed 2.5 bath Townhome

Alison Creamer- Bzibee — Sat, 19 Dec 2009 02:43:16 +0000

: Front view

I know you want a Garage townhome in Virginia Beach !!!! Come one Come all this is not a SHORT SALE ! Seller makes all the decisions. Many improvements like carpet, appliances, Windows.
This floor plan is wonderful. There is a HUGE master suite and updated bathroom. Laundry is located upstairs. No lugging clothes all over the house.
3 Bedroom 2.5 bath townhome in KempsVille Lakes. see http://www.Bzibee.com for more information
http://www.272manningslane.view24hours.com
For Sale by Alison Creamer, Realtor, ABR, CDPE
Remax First 5511 Princess Ann Rd Suite 101 Virginia Beach , Va 23464
Licensed to sell Real Estate in the state of Virginia

UPDATED 12-18-2009 Helping someone for the Holidays

Alison Creamer- Bzibee — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 12:46:03 +0000

UPDATE: We were able to raise 230 to help this friend in need I have even gotten word there might be help coming for medicine as well !!!!! I don’t want to post the specifics just yet but a large dealership here in the area said they would do the tires and look over the car. Can you believe it? Im amazed at what one simple tweet started. We are hopeful to present the entire gift tomorrow and get this person on the road with SAFE tires soon

I posted this in Twitter and in my Facebook fanpage but thought lets write a blog as well. Im trying to see what can social media do to help a needy friend. It might seem strange to ask for money through paypal but why not. I have a friend that is very down on their luck this holiday. Two items most of us find as needs not just wants cannot be met by her alone. Really tires are a NEED no one wants to buy them and with out tires you can not drive your car and with out your car you wont be going to work ! CATCH 22 right. Second problem not enough money to buy her medicine. Again nothing GREAT this is a need not a want. Sad that many people will be covering only needs this year and not enjoying a few wants to put happy faces on. If you want to donate ANYTHING you can paypal it to alisoncreamer@gmail.com or stop in to REMAX FIRST 5511 Princess Ann Rd suite 101 Virginia Beach Va 23462 and drop off a donation. Please put in envelope marked Alison Creamer. I know I know giving money to a stranger, it will go to the needy person and when all done a formal thank you to all who gave !!!!!!!
Thanks everyone

New profile photos !

Alison Creamer- Bzibee — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 13:12:11 +0000

I have the best friend in the ENTIRE world. APC by TLC or Tammy C took new photos of me for Real Estate. I was told the picture I was using just did not showcase who I really am. I have to admit it was a bit stuffy and I am not stuffy AT ALL !. My clients, co workers and family know me as a happy giddy and full of energy type of person. Normally I have a big smile and almost always something positive to say. Somedays are not so great. When you look at your business picture what does it say about you ? Does it even look like you ? I have been accused of changing my photo to much and that people may not recognize me with all the different hair styles. I like to change and show all side of my personality. There are times when you meet me I will be dressed as a business woman other times i’ll be relaxing in skinny jeans and a t-shirt. What ever the outfit you still get a genuine me.
I’m outgoing, loud, happy, bubbly, and energetic. When it comes to marketing I can be contagious. Anyhow hope the new picture represents who I am a lot better than the last. Tell me what you think.

Alison Craemer Business photo

1127 Virgilinia Featured property !

Alison Creamer- Bzibee — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 11:22:58 +0000

This home is for sale with REMAX First
5511 Princess ann Rd Virginia Beach Va
Current price on 9-15-2009 is 157k.
3 beds lots of upgrades walk to the the beach !
Call Alison Creamer
217-0927
652-8880
or visit http://www.bzibee.com
http://www.facebook.com/bzibeerealestate

2513 Pinto Drive 350k 5 beds & over 3300 sq feet

Alison Creamer- Bzibee — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 11:51:55 +0000

2513 Pinto Drive

Originally uploaded by BZIBEE

Home for sale in Virginia Beach. Located in Hill Crest Farms a beautiful subdivision. Other areas close to the neighborhood include Sterling Meadows an equestrian facility. Large community park. Make this home for sale a must see in your buying process.
Listed with RE/Max First
Alison Creamer , Realtor,ABR
see more @ http://www.bzibee.com
Great value was a 430k+ home now priced to move !!! Make an appointment today.
757-742-EASY for contacting me

The Rhyan Finch Team and Rewards

Alison Creamer- Bzibee — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 11:39:55 +0000

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Originally uploaded by BZIBEE

Real Estate agents in Hampton Roads never had it so great. Silly as it is we all went to getpPedicures for out team meeting last week. Our team has been closing over 15-20 Sales transitions a month.and really needed a day to relax and wind down. Our team consist of 4 active agents and 3 admin. We really enjoyed the down time. We are currently looking to grow our group by 1-2 more active Realtor. If you are looking for a “family” to help you in your real estate career give me a call

Hampton Roads Foreclosure

Alison Creamer- Bzibee — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 11:27:56 +0000

More bad news or is it? Are you looking to buy in Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Chesapeake, Suffolk or anywhere in the Hampton Roads area? Bargains R US is the ad I would love to post. Why? Open up the Virginia Pilot newspaper Sunday and look at the business section. BIZ BUZZ title “Foreclosure in Region Worse Than Reported”. Now I’m a look at the silver lining kind of gal and I see BARGAINS R US in the title. I know sounds a little harsh someone is loosing their home and I see a bargain. NO! Not really I see opportunity on many sides. 1. I see a way I can help some homeowners remove the stress of a foreclosure by helping them list the home. 2. I see helping a buyer be able to buy a better home for the money if the bank is willing to work with us. If foreclosure is something you are facing DONT wait! CALL for help. Unless you win the lottery or you get a windfall of money you might be digging your self in to a deeper hole every month. The best you can do is get informed on what your options are. Our team The Rhyan Finch at RE/Max First holds 60+ Listings many are distressed. We have great inventory and a full buyer bank of people looking for homes. CALL TODAY DONT WAIT. I know we can help you! Call 757-742 EASY ! Ask for Alison More bad news or is it? Are you looking to buy in Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Chesapeake, Suffolk or anywhere in the Hampton Roads area? Bargains R US is the ad I would love to post. Why? Open up the Virginia Pilot newspaper Sunday and look at the business section. BIZ BUZZ title “Foreclosure in Region Worse Than Reported”. Now I’m a look at the silver lining kind of gal and I see BARGAINS R US in the title. I know sounds a little harsh someone is loosing their home and I see a bargain. NO! Not really I see opportunity on many sides. 1. I see a way I can help some homeowners remove the stress of a foreclosure by helping them list the home. 2. I see helping a buyer be able to buy a better home for the money if the bank is willing to work with us. If foreclosure is something you are facing DONT wait! CALL for help. Unless you win the lottery or you get a windfall of money you might be digging your self in to a deeper hole every month. The best you can do is get informed on what your options are. Our team The Rhyan Finch at RE/Max First holds 60+ Listings many are distressed. We have great inventory and a full buyer bank of people looking for homes. CALL TODAY DONT WAIT. I know we can help you! Call 757-742 EASY ! Ask for Alison

Alison Creamer Bzibee Real Estate from 2002 to now

Alison Creamer- Bzibee — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 11:13:13 +0000

Here is my opinion of Real Estate in Hampton roads. Realtors and agents who are struggling are just not working hard enough. I wonder what many of them do to stay in touch with their clients. Are they calling popping by sending gifts and being a part of the after life? Since 2002 when I started Real Estate in Hampton Roads. I have seen a vast swing in the market. My first year it just started heating up, by 2003 and 2004 our sellers market was in full swing. I remember sitting at my desk till 6-7 pm hitting the refresh button looking for new listings. It was only a matter of seconds and I would be on the phone to my client telling them about the listing. We would jump in the car to go see the house only to find 3-5 more couples looking at that same time. We experienced multiple offers and escalations on a regular basis. It was a Crazy market and I think a lot of agents would love to see that again. I have to admit not me. I loved it but I’m thankful it was only a season. My practice took a turn in the years of 07 and 08 when I moved to RE/MAX. The first year was euphoric, (I know weird to say) I was on my own completely and working from home. It was my best year ever in sales. I was highly motive and was looking to prove to my self I could be a successful Realtor with out the help of a team or office. By the end of 2008 is when I started to see my drive and momentum slow up. I was a work at home mom with a teen in 12th grade and seemed to be loosing my steam. I knew I had to make a change. I made the move to join a team at REMAX First in the spring of 09. No longer am I in the office hitting the refresh button looking for home. I’m more likely to be doing research on a home or neighborhood for a short sale or REO for my client. Today’s market is still a GREAT market to be in. from 2002 to 2009-It rose to the top then dropped to the bottom and I have enjoyed every bit of the roller coaster. I feel like we are climbing the hill in 2009. Think of the click click of the coaster as it reaches the top. There is fear and suspense, I fee like that is where many people are right now and they fear the future. I think our team and I are pumped with adrenalin and are looking for the drop we are approaching another hill of speed and I believe its going to pick up to be a fast pace market again. Will I be hitting the refresh button ever night most likely not but I bet ill have more appointments and more clients this time next near.