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Thursday, February 10th, 2011
Prudential Snyder & Company Realtors is pleased to announce that Jeffrey Post has joined the company!
 With over 25 years as a business professional and entrepreneur, Jeffrey has established a tradition of knowledge, dedication, energy, integrity and creativity. His experience covers a diverse field of industries including entertainment, automotive design, sustainable business and product development, brand marketing, and real estate development and representation.
Jeffrey started his professional real estate career as a member of a successful family run business of central Ann Arbor campus housing. Additionally, his broad work experience has included projects involving many Fortune 100 companies.
As a new member of the Prudential Snyder & Company real estate group and a Fine Homes Specialist, Jeffrey is excited to bring his love of people, real estate, architecture and creative solutions to buyers and sellers in the Ann Arbor area.
With a passion for the outdoors, Jeffrey and the Post Family have shared this passion through the creation and continuous support of a number of local walking/hiking trails and park areas with Nichols Arboretum, Matthaei Botanical Gardens, and the Washtenaw County Parks and Recreation. Jeffrey’s biggest love is his family, wife Joanna, and two beautiful girls, Olivia and Julie.
Please join us in welcoming Jeffrey to the team! You can contact him via email at jpost@prusnyder.com or call him at 734-476-8326. Choose Prudential Snyder and Company for the best Ann Arbor Realtors!
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Tags: Add new tag, Ann Arbor, Ann Arbor Area, Ann Arbor House, buyers, fine homes, Homes, Mathhawe Botanical Gardens, Nichols Arboretum, Prudential Snyder & Company, Sellers, washtenaw county parks
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Wednesday, November 24th, 2010
If your home is listed for sale during the Holidays, it is important to remember that the same staging principles apply as during other times of the year. While nobody wants to be “Scrooge” during the holidays, you want potential buyers to be able to easily see the great features of the home and not have to fight their way past the giant wreath on the front door. Since it is important to keep holiday decorating under control, listed below are some suggestions from REALTOR Magazine on how to decorate for the holidays while keeping your house ready for a buyer.
Do not overdo it.
Wait to decorate for the Holidays until after Thanksgiving. Be selective in what you decorate with. Avoid “cute”. It is always subject to personal taste. Don’t allow your decorations to create clutter or dominate a space. Covering up major selling features of the home with a Christmas tree or other decorations prevents a buyer from seeing them. Keep it simple, warm and welcoming.
Use Holiday colors.
Using the traditional Holiday colors red and green will create a Holiday atmosphere and can be simple to accomplish. Poinsettias as a centerpiece on a table, red ribbon tied around candle sticks or used as bows on wreaths add splashes of color through out your home. Studies have shown that those viewing warm colors, such as red, have an increase in their energy and excitement. Try to keep the same colors in each room of the house you decorate by using the same ribbons, ornaments and decorative accessories. This will keep your Holiday decorating consistent through out your home. One thing to keep in mind: don’t use colors that clash with your homes basic décor.
Remember to use scent and sound.
Research reported in the Journal of Business (Vol.58, Issue 11) 2005, shows that holiday music and the smell of Christmas boost peoples’ attitudes while shopping and made them more likely to buy. When preparing the house for a showing, put on some soft holiday background music, buy some potpourri, scented candles or simmer some mulling spices on the stove.
Keep the Christmas tree simple
The Christmas tree makes the biggest statement but is also your biggest challenge. Lights are always important. Consider using a string of 100 lights for each foot of tree height. If your tree is taller than 6 feet, you may need to remove some furniture from the room so that the room doesn’t feel too small. Most of the filler ornaments should be one basic color. Use approximately 20 for every 2 feet of tree. Mix in elegant, stylish ornaments to make a decorating statement. You should use 10 of the elegant ornament for every 2 feet of tree. Ornaments can be in different sizes. Hang them on the tips of the branches and inside the tree to create depth and visual interest. Lastly, personal decorations like “Christmas in Cancun” or “Baby’s first Christmas” should not be used or at least not placed in a prominent location on the tree.
Holiday curb appeal.
Use clear white lights if you decorate the exterior of your home. Place candle lamps in each window. Hang a wreath on the front door. If you have a deck, put some lights on the railing or add a weather proof Christmas tree. Stay away from the 10 foot inflatable Santa, reindeer on the roof and using so many lights you cause a brown out in the neighborhood. Remember you are trying to ensure that your home shows well during the day and night.
When the Holidays are over, take it down.
All Holiday trim should be taken down right after New Year’s. You are trying to sell your house, not extend the Holiday season.
For additional Holiday ideas go to World of Christmas.net or About.com.
We here at Prudential Snyder & Company Realtors are here to assist you with any of your Ann Arbor Area home buying, home selling, rental or other Ann Arbor real estate needs.
Call us at 734-747-7500 or 734-747-7700 weekdays, or 734-660-0105 evenings and weekends. We’re also available via email at info@prusnyder.com or online at www.prusnyder.com anytime. Choose Prudential Snyder and Company for the best Ann Arbor Realtors!
From all of us at Prudential Snyder & Company, Realtors: Have a Joyous and Peaceful Holiday Season!
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Tags: Add new tag, Ann Arbor Area, Ann Arbor Home Search, Ann Arbor House, home buying, home selling, Homes, Prudential Snyder & Company
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Thursday, September 16th, 2010
Ann Arbor Real Estate Buyers: Fall is a Great Time to Buy A Home!
Why is fall a great time to buy a home? The peak selling season has ended resulting in fewer buyers in the market competing for the home you may become interested in. Many of them have purchased a home or, if renters, had to renew their lease thereby postponing their search until next year. Sellers who have been trying to sell their home since last spring often become more flexible on price and terms when considering a Buyer’s offer.
There continues to be a large number of properties to choose from. The Ann Arbor Area Board of Realtors reports that, as of August 31, 2010, there are 4,744 residential properties and 1196 condominiums available for sale, while the number of condominiums available for sale has increased over last year, the number of single family homes currently listed has declined from last year by 9.4%. Generally speaking, when the number of homes available for sale starts to go down, price begins to rise and we are beginning to see stabilization of the average sale price of residential properties. The average residential sales price this year: $185,532. Last year: $185,028. Although stabilizing, sale prices are still down substantially from the historic highs of a few years ago. If you are interested in a property, don’t be tempted to wait. It may be more expensive next year.
Finally, the financial advantages of buying a home now must be considered. Interest rates continue to be at 30 year lows hovering around 4.5%. Interest rates this low will not be around forever. Who knows where they will be next year? Purchasing a home now provides Buyers with beneficial tax deductions when filing this year’s tax returns. If a buyer didn’t take advantage of the first time home buyer’s tax credit earlier in the year then a buyer should not postpone their purchase in hopes that the Federal Government will reinstate it. So far, all the news coming out of Washington indicates that credit will not be coming back.
Fall: A great time to buy a home. There’s a lot to choose from, interest rates are at all time lows, prices continue to be down substantially from the historic peaks and you can improve your tax position. Besides, look at it this way: If you buy a home now, you won’t have to cut the grass until next spring!
As always, we here at Prudential Snyder & Company Realtors are here to assist you with any of your Ann Arbor Area home buying, home selling, rental or other Ann Arbor real estate needs.
Call us at 734-747-7500 or 734-747-7700 weekdays, or 734-660-0105 evenings and weekends. We’re also available via email at info@prusnyder.com or online at www.prusnyder.com anytime. Choose Prudential Snyder and Company for the best Ann Arbor Realtors!
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Tags: Add new tag, Ann Arbor, Ann Arbor Area, Ann Arbor House, ann arbor real, buy a home, home buying, HOME SALES, home selling, Homes
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Tuesday, July 6th, 2010
 Summer is coming with its warm breezes, maintenance concerns and seasonal chores for homeowners. In addition to the inevitable mowing, tree trimming and other yard work, summer is also a great time to step up maintenance efforts around the home. Despite the hassle and time scheduled repairs can take, quarterly home maintenance and preventative measures can keep all areas of the home in good condition for years to come. To help homeowners accomplish this goal, we recommend the following summer maintenance tips:
- Clean and seal decks. Apply deck cleaner and scrub the deck. Let it dry 24 hours and apply deck sealer.
- Have a certified chimney sweep inspect and clean chimneys. Taking care of this task in the summer-rather than in the peak autumn season-allows plenty of time for repairs before the next heating season.
- Wash the exterior of your house using ordinary garden hose pressure and a mild detergent. Pressure washers are not always the best idea-they are powerful enough to force water under the siding, where it can encourage mildew and rot.
- Caulk exterior joints around all windows and doors. Caulking helps keep the house weather-tight and reduces energy bills. It can also help keep insects and vermin out of the house.
- Clean lint from the entire clothes dryer vent system, from the dryer to the exterior vent cap. Because lint is incredibly flammable, this common build up can create a fire hazard.
- Check the operation and condition of attic fans and roof-mounted turbine vents. Attic fans run on little energy and can greatly reduce cooling costs.
- Repair cracks in concrete patios and driveways. For most cracks less than ¼,” applying concrete caulk is a good way to make repairs. For larger cracks, substitute concrete patch for caulk. Whether the cracks are large or small, repair is necessary because water that finds its way into cracks will soften the ground underneath and cause more cracking. Prevention is key to avoiding costly future repairs.
- Clean and repair rain gutters. For clogged downspouts, try using barbecue tongs to reach in and remove leaves. To repair loose gutter nails, consider replacing them with extra-long lag screws.
- Remove/drain sources of standing water in the yard that could be a breeding ground for mosquitoes, including birdbaths and kiddie pools.
- Ants and flies are attracted to typical barbecue fare. Serve food and beverages indoors and reserve outdoor space for eating and entertaining.
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If you have any other ideas or recommendations, we welcome your comments or suggestions!
As always, we here at Prudential Snyder & Company Realtors are here to assist you with any of your Ann Arbor Area home buying, home selling, rental or other real estate needs.
Call us at 734-747-7500 or 734-747-7700 weekdays, or 734-660-0105 evenings and weekends. We’re also available via email at info@prusnyder.com or online at www.prusnyder.com anytime. Choose Prudential Snyder and Company for the best Ann Arbor Realtors!
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Tags: Add new tag, Ann Arbor, Ann Arbor Home Search, home buying, home selling, Homes, Prudential Snyder & Company, real esate needs, Realtors, rental, summer home checklist, summer home maintenance, summer honey-do list
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Tuesday, June 15th, 2010
Things to Consider: Buying Ann Arbor Investment Property
 One of the most common mistakes that Investment Property buyers make is forgetting to figure in the additional costs in handling the property. Make sure you have an additional funds ready. Here are the most common extra costs; all these must be taken into consideration when buying an Ann Arbor investment property.
· Vacancy times (when renters aren’t present)
· Property taxes
· Insurance
· Maintenance
· Repairs/Capital Improvements
· Legal fees (in case of bad tenants)
Also keep in mind that you’re dealing with people management, not just property management when dealing with residential investments. If you have tenants who are unhappy, unruly, or destructive, lose a job, have a medical emergency or other loss of income issue, you may have to deal with the repercussions of their misfortune.
If you’re interested in learning more about investing in real estate, please give us a call. We can help you learn about the profits and pitfalls and can assist you in making an educated decision as to whether or not it’s right for you.
As always, Prudential Snyder & Company Realtors are here to assist you with any of your Ann Arbor Area home buying, home selling, rental or other real estate needs. Call us at 734-747-7500 or 734-747-7700 weekdays, or 734-660-0105 evenings and weekends. We’re also available anytime at info@prusnyder.com or www.prusnyder.com online. Choose Prudential Snyder and Company for the best Ann Arbor Realtors!
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Tags: Add new tag, Ann Arbor, Ann Arbor Home Search, Ann Arbor House, Ann Arbor Properties, home buying, Homes, Investment, Investment property, Realtors
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Wednesday, December 9th, 2009
Here’s the recap of Lloyd Alter’s great article on http://www.treehugger.com about the best money (and environment) savers for the winter. The best news: Many of them are free!
1. Lower water temperature to 120°F
2. Wash clothes in cold water
3. Air dry clothes when possible
4. Turn off unneeded lights
5. Get a Programmable Thermostat
6. Stop Air Leaks (caulk doors and windows)
7. Insulate your Water Heater
8. Add Attic Insulation
9. Install Efficient Showerheads
10. Weatherize Your Windows
11. Increase AC thermostat by 3°F (in summer)
12. Install Faucet Aerators
For the full article, go to http://tinyurl.com/4pygj4 – it’s got a neat chart indicating savings in Energy, CO2 and Dollars. If you have questions regarding Green Living, please feel free to contact one of our Certified Eco-Brokers® for answers.
As always, Prudential Snyder & Company Realtors are here to assist you with any of your real estate needs. Call us at 734-747-7500 or 734-747-7700 weekdays, or 734-660-0105 evenings and weekends. We’re also available via email at info@prusnyder.com or online at www.prusnyder.com anytime. Choose Prudential Snyder and Company for the best Ann Arbor Realtors!
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Tags: Ann Arbor Home Search, Ann Arbor House, Ann Arbor MI, EcoBrokers, Going Green, Green Living, Historic Old West Side, Home Search, Homes, winter home, winter home preparations
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Wednesday, October 21st, 2009
 One of the most fabulous things about living in Old West Side Ann Arbor is the architecture that surrounds us. We tend to take it for granted because it’s such a part of our everyday life, but next time you’re out for a stroll or walking the dog, take a moment to really look at the homes and buildings which surround you. The quaint charm that is found in the details is hard to find elsewhere, therefore we want to preserve that feel as much as possible.
In trying to learn more about the homes in this area, I stumbled across a portion of the City of Ann Arbor’s Government website that talked about tax credits for qualified rehabilitation expenditures in local historic districts! If you’re considering doing any exterior upkeep or remodeling of your Old West Side home, it may be worth your time to check it out and learn more at http://tiny.cc/WFzZg
As always, don’t hesitate to call on your local Prudential Snyder & Company, Realtors office if we can be of any assistance to you! We’re available weekdays at 734-747-7500 and 734-747-7700 or evenings and weekends at 734-660-0105. Choose Prudential Snyder and Company for the best Ann Arbor Realtors!
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Tags: Add new tag, Ann Arbor, Ann Arbor Home Search, Ann Arbor House, Ann Arbor MI, Ann Arbor Properties, Homes, Homes for Sale, Properties, Real Estate, Realtors, rehabilitation, Search Ann Arbor Homes, tax credits
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Wednesday, July 15th, 2009
Top 5 things to do at The Ann Arbor Art Fair!
The Downtown Ann Arbor area is jam packed with art enthusiasts from all over the country! Every year we welcome over 500,000 patrons to The Ann Arbor Art Fair. This year has been no exception, as the locals make room for one of the most beloved of art fairs in the country.
Here is a quick list of Top 5 artisits/exhibits to visit:
 1) Local Ann Arbor Folk Artisit Claudia Leo: Boasting folk art from her native country of Argentina, Leo presents FILETEADO-INSPIRED FUNCTIONAL ART on the Porch of Herb David Guitar Studio.
 2) Musician Laurel Premo: Laurel Premo shares a music full of life that draws from Appalachian, Celtic, Contemporary folk, Cajun, Bluegrass, and Scandinavian roots. From haunting old ballads to feverish instrumental compositions, her music is made for all ears. Find Laurel on The Ingalls Mall Lawn today at 4 p.m.
 3) The Imagination Station: features free arts and crafts activities for young children and their families. In keeping with our Zero Waste goals, the activities utilize reused materials and encourage interaction with the natural environment. Projects include recycled tube rain sticks, milk carton birdhouses, recycled paper bag hats, and bottle cap necklaces. Located at ArtZone, at the South end of Ingalls Mall. Wednesday – Friday, 10 a.m. to 5p.m. and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
 4) Bottle Cap Mosaic Workshop: Help local environmental artist Leslie Sobel create a large scale mosaic by attaching multi-colored bottle caps to a repurposed snow fence – a technique to be used in the proposed Sky River public art project. South End of Ingalls Mall W-Th, 3-5pm.
 5) Jewlery Artisit Barbara & Virginia Cieslicki: Carve & dye acrylic & inlay gold leaf designs. Silverleafing back results in luminescence. Booth A116
TRAVEL GUIDE TO THE ANN ARBOR ART FAIR
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Tags: Ann Arbor Art Fair, Community Events, Downtown, Homes, Ingall, Properties, Real Estate, University of Michigan
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Monday, July 13th, 2009
Come Party with the Locals!
The annual Townie Street Party kicks off tonight in celebration of the renowned Ann Arbor Art Fair! Come party with the locals and enjoy:
FREE ONSTAGE PERFORMANCES: featuring Bill Kirchen and the Hammerof the Honky Tonk Gods feat. George Bedard as well as Third Coast Kings and Michael Smith and his Cadillac Cowboys!
KIDS ART FAIR: selected young artists show off their talents and offer their artwork for sale.
CREATIVE CONNECTIONS: Showcase of local arts and cultural organizations.
KIDS ARTZONE: provides free “make and take” activities for young children and their families.
TOWNIE GRUB: local vendors show off the gourmet foods that only Downtown Ann Arbor can offer!
What: Kickoff party for Ann Arbor Art Fairs week.
When: From 5 to 9:30 p.m. Monday.
Where: At a new location under the big tents on North University Avenue in front of Hill Auditorium and around the fountain on Ingalls Mall.
How much: Free. Parking (not free) in the nearby Thayer deck.
Only 2 days left until the Ann Arbor Art Fair kicks off!
TRAVEL GUIDE TO THE ANN ARBOR ART FAIR
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Tags: Ann Arbor Art Fair, Downtown Ann Arbor, Homes, MLS, Properties, Real Estate, Search, The University of Michigan, Townie Street Party
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Wednesday, July 8th, 2009
Ann Arbor Welcomes the Award Winning Ann Arbor Art Fairs!
In just one week, over 500,000 people will hit the streets of Downtown Ann Arbor to celebrate the award winning Ann Arbor Art Fair. Named number One Art Fair in the Country by AmericanStyle Magazine (2004), The Ann Arbor Art Fair has continued to rank among top Fairs and Festivals lists every single year since!
Established in 1960,we boast not one but four Art Fairs. The Ann Arbor Street Art Fair is the Original:
In celebration of their 50th anniversary, The Ann Arbor Street Art Fair will exhibit original art, photographs and narrative panels chronicling it’s first half century. This exclusive presentation will explore the humble beginnings of one of the most renowned Art Fairs in the country.
MAPS AND TRAVEL GUIDE TO THE ANN ARBOR ART FAIR
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In our commitment to being the Local Innovation Leader, we at Prudential Snyder & Company would like to invite you to CLICK TO THE FUTURE of Real Estate!
We welcome any feedback and suggestions: info@prusnyderrealtors.com. Choose Prudential Snyder and Company for the best Ann Arbor Realtors!
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Tags: Ann Arbor Art Fair, Ann Arbor House, Distressed Homes, Downtown Ann Arbor, Foreclosure, Homes, Short Sale, South University Art Fair, Street Fair, Summer Fair, University of Michigan
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