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2320 Janet • nExt to sioux park • complEtEly rEnovatEd and updatEd • 3 bEdrooms, 2 bath • 2,448 sf • mls 120740 $213,900 • call davE simpson at 390-6117
508 Robbins DRive • Exciting, rEfinishEd & updatEd 3 bEdroom homE • skylinE viEws wElcomE you outdoors! • fEncEd backyard • mls 121408 $113,900 • call tony marshall at 391-8669
4207 tRoon couRt • walk out patio & covErEd porch • immaculatEly kEpt with nEw ExtErior • 4 bEdroom, 2.5 bath • mls 121594 $324,900 • call tony marshall at 391-8669
14236 west nike Loop • darling homE with nicE sizEd yard • 2000 sQ foot charmEr! • hardwood floors on main lEvEl • mastEr bEdroom with half bath • mls 121502 $169,900 • call stEphaniE liEn at 390-1571
4841 enchanteD pines DRive • architEcturally stunning in dEsign! • outfittEd with many comforts you ExpEct from a 5 bEdroom, 4 bath homE of this calibEr • mastEr bath includEs a stEam showEr • mls 119855 $659,900 • call tony marshall at 391-8669
12632 Robins Roost RoaD • an abundancE of bEauty, spacE & lifE in & around this custom log homE! • many important fEaturEs improvEd just this yEar! • walkout basEmEnt • mls 120013 $465,000 • call tony marshall at 391-8669
4547 DonegaL way • bold, bEautiful & bam! dEscribEs this homE • hardwood flooring • opEn floor plan & gourmEt kitchEn • mls 121478 $539,900 • call tony marshall at 391-8669
4785 cLiFF DRive • ExQuisitE 8600 sQ ft custom homE • 2.69 acrEs in south wEst nEighborhood • spacious main floor living • ExpansivE custom kitchEn, stunning mastEr suitE • mls 116940 $1,290,000 • call stEphaniE liEn at 390-1571
23085 thunDeRheaD FaLLs RoaD
321 7th stReet • incrEdiblE opportunity to own a piEcE of rapid city’s history! • 20,000 sf building • bE a part of thE nEw downtown scEnE! • mls 119773 $690,000 • call stEphaniE liEn at 390-1571
2407 aRviLLa couRt
• stunning crEEk sEtting • 6000 sQ fEEt of custom luxury • Enormous mastEr suitE • soaring cEilings and windows • amazing thEatEr room • mls 120084 $1,975,000 • call stEphaniE liEn at 390-1571
23642 wiLDeRness canyon RD
• high End cabinEtry • unintErruptEd viEws of southEast rc and skylinE drivE • opEn living arEa • mls 120769 $245,900 • call tony marshall at 391-8669
• immaculatE 2 story homE • gorgEous kitchEn with brEakfast bar • largE maintEnancE frEE dEck! • mls 121235 $479,900 • call tony marshall at 391-8669
4931 iReLanD pLace
10211 ventuRa Lane
• cutting EdgE in luxury amEnitiEs • sprawling main floor dEsignEd around a lush courtyard • hugE mastEr suitE with luxurious bath • outdoor sport court • mls 120104 $1,395,000 • call stEphaniE liEn at 390-1571
• Quality + charm + wow! • largE, walk in custom tilE showEr • Enjoy your viEw of thE black hills! • wEll thought out dEsign & craftEd finish • mls 121486 $269,900 • call tony marshall at 391-8669
2923 oLive gRove couRt • surroundEd by trEEs & bordErEd by rapid crEEk • no othEr nEighborhood comparEs! • high Quality cabinEtry & flooring • mls 121301 $219,900 • call tony marshall at 391-8669
24370 pLayhouse RoaD • lush & gorgEous 16.6 acrE sitE • cozy cabin alongsidE iron crEEk • surroundEd on 3 sidEs by forEst sErvicE • minutEs from custEr statE park & mt. rushmorE • mls 121528 $795,000 • call stEphaniE liEn 390-1571
121 cLeveLanD • so many possibilitiEs! • fixEr uppEr/rEntal propErty/invEstmEnt propErty • 3 bEdroom, 1 bath, closE to schools • usE your pErsonal touch to makE nEEdEd updatEs • mls 121327 $131,900 • call stEphaniE liEn at 390-1571
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5987 DeRRingeR RoaD • 3 bEdroom, 2 bathroom • 15x12 mastEr suitE • opEn floor plan • family room with walk out basEmEnt • mls 121485 $189,900 • call mikala kulEsza at 786-7645
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RENTAL GUIDE | BEING A GOOD RENTER
Respecting the Rules
A
positive relationship with your landlord can get you far in the rental world. A negative one can hamper your chances of ever renting again.
Most landlords require three to five references before they sign any kind of contract with you. This provides them a list of people who will either be your advocates or detractors. You may be required to provide the name of a past landlord, who will likely be honest about any late payments or damaged property in your rental past. That’s why it’s crucial to respect the rules and be a good tenant. Your rental future depends on it.
READ YOUR LEASE
Even if you think you have covered every base in meeting with your landlord, there may be key bits of information that you are missing. Knowing your legal obligations as a renter is an important aspect of renting. Reading your lease can help you understand which responsibilities fall on you, and which ones fall to your landlord. Leases define fees you could owe if you’re late on the rent or cause damage to the property. They also include important rules on topics such as monitoring noise, having roommates or smoking inside. Before you take the keys, read over your lease with a critical eye and mark up any sections that you don’t understand. It’s the responsibility of your landlord to clearly explain any confusing information.
COMMUNICATION
The cornerstone of any successful relationship, communication is key to strengthening the bond between you and your landlord. Here’s how you can make sure you stay in the good graces of your landlord: • If your landlord lives nearby, stop in with the rent instead of sending it through the mail • Check in periodically with your landlord to see if you can help them with anything • If something breaks in the rental, call your landlord immediately. They will appreciate your diligence in helping keep a simple fix from turning into an expensive repair. © FOTOLIA
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Enjoy the ultimate fusion of rustic luxury as you pull under the porte coche of this exquisite custom home in Canyon Springs. With over 6800 sq ft, this home was built with expansive views and expansive rooms in mind. You will love the expansive main floor with a breathtaking great room with wood floors, stone fireplace and timber beams. Relax in the private master suite with gorgeous views and an en-suite five piece bath with separate shower and tub, double vanities and his and hers closets. All of this just minutes from town!
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1249 Range View Circle, Rapid City
174,900 MLS#120989
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* 4 Bedrooms, 2 baths * Great neighborhood with many amenities * Many updates to this home * Top of line appliances including washer/dryer
521 Pine Mt. Ave., Hill City $
229,000 MLS#121243
* 3 Bedrooms with walk-in closets. * 2 car garage with a carport. * Huge shop area * Lots of storage. * Beautiful gazebo, horseshoe pit, and walking trails
Russ Rearick
605-209-8887 Lori Cummings-Rearick
605-209-0548
9108 N. Ridge Trail, Sturgis
309,900 MLS#121115
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* Only 20 minutes to Rapid City * Spacious & luxurious * Very welcoming! * 4 Bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 car garage. * Secluded, beautiful views, on 2.95 acres.
1270 Duffer Dr., Rapid City
399,900 MLS#121050
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* Desirable Hart Ranch townhome on the golf course * Beautiful wood floors, spacious floor plan. * Gorgeous kitchen, stainless steel appliances. * 3 very large bedrooms, 3 car garage
2700 Main St Rapid City, SD
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Duane Hosek
2312 Smith Avenue, Rapid City
4 Bedroom, 2 Bath home On a nice 1/4 acre lot. Hardwood floors throughout. Oversized two-car garage with brand new insulated garage door. Well-kept and maintained. Cement patio. Front deck. Beautiful garden areas for flowers, vegetables, etc. Pella windows throughout. New screen door to be installed on back door. RV parking. Warm colors and huge family room downstairs. You will enjoy all this house has to offer! Cork flooring in basement. New water heater. New furnace is only 3 years old. Huge tiled remodeled bathroom in basement with oversized corner whirlpool tub. Sewer line replaced with PVC pipe around 2005. MLS #121273
$159,900
702 Flamingo Drive, Rapid City
2456 Seger Drive, Rapid City
2 warehouses on 5 acres. Seller willing to divide the lot. First warehouse with heating is 60’x40’ - 2400 sq. ft. Includes 12’x12’ door, cut out for a 16’x12’ door, holding tank, city sewer, 220v electric and cement floor. Second building is 40’x40’ - 1600 sq. ft. with cement floors, gas heat and electricity. 1 acre of property is fenced with gate. 10’x12’ door, 9’x40’ covered cement pad on side of building. MDU is in both buildings. 3 loads of gravel have been hauled in to the north side of the concrete pad. City water is at the road. Owner has paid over $20,000 for utilities including water being hooked up to larger warehouse. MLS #121416
$500,000
39 Glenshire Drive, Rapid City
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CRS, SRES, MMS, Broker Owner Coldwell Banker Lewis-Kirkeby-Hall duanehosek@gmail.com Mobile Phone: (605) 391-8424 www.southdakotarealtor.com
1114 Milwaukee Street, Rapid City
Clean 3 bedroom, 1 bath home and priced to sell fast. Huge privacy fenced back yard. Close to schools, mall, shopping. All one level living with oversized one car garage. MLS #121468
$114,900
8503 Clarkson Road, Rapid City
1015 Park Hill Drive, Rapid City
BEAUTIFUL HOME WITH PARK-LIKE SETTING 4 bedroom, 2 bath home with 2,708 square feet and attached three-car garage. Very, very large kitchen with an overabundance of cupboards and quartz countertops. Master bedroom with master bath and walk-in closet. Theatre/den/entertainment/hobby/solarium with trayed ceiling, surround sound and lots of windows overlooking the backyard. Four season porch with picnic table. Wrap-around deck overlooking the yard. Professional landscaping. Greenhouse with water and electric hookup. MLS #119591
$269,900
5850 Green Tree Drive, Rapid City
3 bedroom, 2 bath home With detached double garage. Quiet neighborhood. Convenient location close to shopping and entertainment. Whirlpool tub and separate shower in master bath. 9’x9’ sunroom off kitchen. 6 ceilings fans, new textured walls. Steel front door and storm door with rolling screen. Vinyl siding. All new vinyl windows. All appliances included. New roof on house and garage in 2010. $1,000 flooring allowance. MLS #120150
SUPER CLEAN TWO-STORY HOME Three bedrooms upstairs and fourth in basement with no egress window. Two full and one half bath with plumbing in the basement for a fourth bathroom. Very large kitchen with snack bar, dining area and very large pantry. Tons of cupboard space. Laundry chute from upstairs bedrooms to basement laundry. All electric home with demand control for lower electric rates. Attached two car insulated garage with work area. Extra RV parking on side of garage. Decks in front and back yard. Beautiful landscaping. MLS #119154
Huge 3,492 sq. ft. home. Very unique masonry and steel rebar reinforced built home. Stucco exterior and red cement tile roof. Well placed on just under 5 acres with lots of room between neighbors. View the city lights at night in the 5’x28’ sun porch. Free-standing 2 car, 2 door garage with side entry and spacious adjacent parking slab, phone and yard light. Panoramic views of the Hills at an elevation over 4,000 feet. Lilacs, elm, apple, spruce, cedar and other deciduous trees set against ponderosa pine forest background. MLS #119006
Creek front property on cul-de-sac Country living 5 minutes from Rapid City. Unique 3 bedroom, 1.5 baths home on 3 acres. All bedrooms are downstairs. Living room and family room are upstairs. Fenced back yard with huge playground set. 480 sq. ft. shop/equipment building in the back. Room for an RV and horses. Cul-de-sac with creek front property. Appliances stay, most are brand new. Rapid Valley Water hook-up available. MLS #120968
$139,900
$219,900
$315,000
$179,900
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4721 Rimrock Dr
134 Adonia Lane
This stunning one of a kind 3-level house has many things to boast about and has many extras, one of which is the exquisite views of Bear Butte, Black Hills and Prairies from the large decks and windows. The large entryway opens to the main living room with vaulted ceilings, large windows and a 3 sided fireplace. The $699,900 custom kitchen displays hickory MLS#121048 cabinets with crown molding and under cabinet lighting and black Sile Stone counter tops. The master suite is the entire upper level and has large windows, fireplace, a private covered deck, 2 walk in closets and a master bathroom with deluxe jetted tub. The lower level boasts a large family room and an excellent space for hobbies or crafts.
Wonderful Home Featuring 4 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bathrooms Plus a 2 car Garage. Great Sized Family Room to Enjoy a Movie or Entertain Guests. Have a BBQ on $184,000 MLS#119392 your Deck or Just Relax and Enjoy the Evening. 4th Bedroom Functions well as a Home Office. Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances Also Stay. Welcome to Your New Home!
5003 Chalkstone Dr.
6303 S. Hwy. 16 Asset sale for an incredible property, the “Ranch Amusement Park”. Asset list to be provided, all buildings, race cars, etc included. Priced at only $2.27 sqft including all assets. Act now, $995,000 unbelieveable opportunity. MLS#101188 This property has its own well and septic system, however the City of RC has extended sewer and water lines in front of the property should the buyer ever desire to hook-up.
Entertaining Home Featuring Master Bedroom with Master Bath and Jetted Tub. Home has Three Bedrooms with Three Bathrooms, Open $199,900 Kitchen with large Center MLS#121657 Island, Living Room with Vaulted Ceilings, spacious Family Room. Enjoy gatherings on your Deck and store your Bikes and Toys in the attached Two car Garage.
Call David Brenneman Cell to Sell – 415.0044 Lewis-Kirkeby-Hall Real Estate, Inc. 2700 W. Main St. Rapid City, SD
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Danny Cox Lisa Muellez-Cox
2700 W. Main St., Rapid City, SD 605-343-2700
605-390-7137 lisamuellercox@gmail.com
631 Vector Ct
15544 229th St,
15006 225th Street
This is the home you have been waiting for! Open concept floorplan with a gas fireplace in the living room, island and breakfast bar in the kitchen, stainless steel appliances, patio from the dining area, main floor laundry, double vanity in the master bath with a master walk-in closet, 3 bedrooms on the main floor, and more! The basement features a large family room with laminate flooring, two additional bedrooms and bathroom, plus ample storage. The backyard is completely fenced and the home also offers a sprinkler system. The search is over as this is your next home, close to Ellsworth Air Force Base and Douglas Schools!
This home is a beauty! As soon as you walk into the foyer, you can appreciate the open concept floorplan in the living room, kitchen and dining area. The kitchen features white cabinetry, a breakfast bar, stainless steel appliances with double oven and french door refrigerator. Hardwood floors and vaulted ceilings are throughout the living room, kitchen, and dining area.The gas fireplace is the focal point of the living room.There is a deck from the dining area to enjoy the views and for entertaining. The master suite features a walk-in closet and bathroom with shower and double vanity. The walk-out basement is complete with a great family room area, two large bedrooms (13x15 and 12x14), a bathroom with a double vanity, and ample storage space. The 3 car garage and oversized shed will fit all of the toys! This home is situated on 6 acres with wonderful views of the hills and plains. Plus, there is a garden area and room for an outbuilding or horses! Don’t miss this home!
This home is new, new, new on 0.6 acres with no covenants! This 5 bedroom, 3 bath home has been completely remodeled! The kitchen features hickory cabinetry, corner pantry, and stainless steel appliances, refinished original hardwood floors throughout the main level, new bathroom on main level along with 3 bedrooms. The daylight basement features a master suite with a walk-in shower and double vanity, along with a walk-in closet. Bedroom 5, a third bathroom, and a family room complete the lower level! The home has a new furnace, new 75 gallon hot water heater, new roof, new siding, new windows, and more! You will love the views from the 10 foot wide wrap around deck! This home is worth taking a look at!
MLS#121315
MLS#121430
MLS#120725
223,000
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345,000
239,900
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TBD Harmony Heights
13578 Frontier Loop
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185,000
$
298,000
11810 Quaal Rd
89,900
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UNBELIEVABLE PRICE!! This home is a gem to show! It features 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a main floor master with mast bath and walk-in closet, patio for grilling from the dining area, all of the kitchen appliances included, main floor laundry/mud room from the garage, a 2-story living room, plus an additional family room between bedrooms 2 and 3. All of this on 3 acres with a flat area to add an outbuilding! Prairie views, beautiful home, plus energy efficient!
Great Interstate Exposure!! Across the street from Harmony Heights Apartments, the parcel is currently zoned general ag, but the City’s future land use plan has the land being utilized as an urban neighborhood development, suitable for medium density residential zoning! This land is perfect for future apartments! With 7.47 acres, this is a great investment--ready for immediate possession!
Great lot for your shop building or business! Good location with great visibility just off of the interstate! The piece is just off of the Stage Stop Exit on Quaal Road. Utilities are to the lot! Call for more information!
MLS#121575
MLS#119823
MLS#116582
21513 Pine View Dr.
Timberwood Park
Sunset Ranch
3 Acre lots with easy access to Interstate 90! Buy your lot now and build on it later, even years down the road! MDU natural gas, WREA electricity, Knology for highspeed internet/phone/and cable, plus association water -all to the lot line. Covenants allow for shop-outbuildings! Call for a plat and pricing of available lots! There are a few lots available in the trees. There are 9 lots to choose from! Discounts provided for multiple lot purchase! Price from $55,000.
6-15 Acre lots Available! Horses welcome! Covenants also allow for shop/ out-buildings. West River Electric Association is at the lot line. Goldenwest has fiberoptic lines for highspeed internet/phone/and cable TV! Buy a lot now and build on it now or later...even years down the road. Several lots available. Call for plat map and pricing. Discounts provided for multiple lot purchases! Prices starting at $45,000
435,000
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Stunning custom built 2-story home nestled in the pines on 3.14 acres. This home features 3,948 total sq. ft. with 4 bdrms, 3 ba, and a 3 car garage. There is potential to expand in the unfinished walk-out basement. Master suite features decorative vaulted ceilings, Jacuzzi tub, separate shower, double vanity, and large walk-in closet. Spacious kitchen complete with breakfast bar, elegant formal dining area, and the exceptional living room with expansive windows and corner gas fireplace. A stylish wet bar separates the kitchen and dining with easy access to the partially covered deck.
MLS#121661
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HOMEWISE
Real Estate Tips and Advice
Choosing a down payment
By ALEX MASON | Green Shoot Media
REAL ESTATE 101
Buying a home may be the biggest purchase of your life, so you want to make good decisions every step of the way. The buying process is more than simply signing on the dotted line. You still have many important factors to consider and must take careful consideration with all you do. The down payment is not a cutand-dry deal. This is one aspect of the home buying process where the buyer, the seller and the bank must all agree.
Down Payment Tips In general, a larger down payment will reduce your monthly payments If you don’t have enough cash for a down payment, a rent-to-own option may be a good choice for you while you save money.
HOW MUCH SHOULD I PUT DOWN?
The answer will likely be the amount that you can afford. Persons buying homes with a surplus of cash may opt to put down 20 percent or more. In general, the higher the down payment is, the lower the monthly payments will be. However, in some cases, the total purchase price will remain high due to the interest rate offered by the bank. Always check and see how different down payments will affect the interest you pay. If you wish to do business with a particular lender and roll your monthly payments back, one good option is to buy down the loan with points.
PAYING POINTS
The process of buying down points allows a borrower to gain access to a better interest rate, which will cut down the total mortgage balance over the life of the loan. A buyer with some extra cash available for the purchase of a
THE BOTTOM LINE
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The amount of your down payment can affect everything from your monthly payment to the interest rate on your mortgage. home will save money in the long run by buying down a few points. When buying down points, be sure that the payout does not leave you in a financial lurch. Buy only what you can comfortably afford with the option of refinancing the loan at a later date.
GOVERNMENT ASSISTANCE
Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae are excellent resources to find bargain priced homes that require a minimal down payment. Typically, a borrower may put down just 5 percent of the real
estate cost and enjoy a nice discount on quality housing. Many Realtors and real estate brokers are experts in the Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac field. To get started and save big bucks, contact your local real estate professional for assistance in housing from the Department of Housing and Urban Development in sealing the deal on the loan.
RENT-TO-OWN HOME PURCHASE
Rent-to-own agreements, also known as lease-to-own agreements, can get you into a house or condo in the blink of an eye.
This innovative open door allows the home owner and renter to set their own terms and conditions that may lead to the purchase of the leased property at a later date. In many instances, a seller may accept a full or partial down payment taken from the monthly rent, thus making the down payment a snap if the renter would like to buy the home later. The down side is that the buyer will have minimal choices when looking for a place to live. However, the upside is the potential for an easy down payment that is ideal for buyers with a low cash flow, or those who need time to improve their credit.
In the end, the bottom line of how much you put down on a new home will be largely dictated by your financial situation. When making that decision, be sure to factor in the closing costs, moving expenses, new furnishings and appliances, and set aside as many monthly mortgage payments as you can. In addition, home buyers who have not sold their old home and must continue to pay the mortgage need to be practical and calculating when juggling two loans. Always leave yourself plenty of financial leverage for emergencies and find your perfect balance of down payment and monthly mortgage payment. If you don’t have peace of mind with your current situation, walk away. It is much better to downsize your home and buy something cheaper than to lie awake at night and worry about what you have done.
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Very nice 4 bedroom, 3 bath one owner home. Laminate flooring throughout, master bath plus walk in closet; all have been freshly painted. Insulated and sheet rocked 20x26 garage with new garage opener. Crawl space for extra storage. Newer shingles. Large Fenced in back yard. Sellers are going south so leaving behind riding lawn mower and other miscellaneous items not needed in cold weather.
803 West
Check out this unique West Blvd. four bedroom two bath home. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places because of architectural style “Modern Movement International Style” and also know as the Glen W. Shaw House built in 1941. It features updated, impressive concrete counter tops in the kitchen that should add particular value for those preparing ‘hearty meals” or for those who may just want to tap dance on the counter tops because they are so happy. Two bathrooms have also been updated. A raised garden was recently added to the backyard landscape.
MLS#121283 • $218,000
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MLS 121524 • $184,900
Lyda Busse
Mike Sweet
CRS, GRI, Broker Associate (605) 390-6960
23590 Wilderness Canyon Road
$635,000
(605) 390-2299 540 Deadwood Avenue North, Rapid City, SD 57702
Enchantment in the Hills This beautiful residence is a showcase of custom home design. Under roof are 4 bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths and 5544 sq. ft. of luxurious living space. There’s a gourmet kitchen, formal dining room and a loft studio that dances with daylight. Outside is an expansive patio for dining al fresco and a hot tub gazebo for a midnight soak under the moonlight. Nestled on 6.28 serene acres. All yours to enjoy for a lifetime. MLS #120163
11303 Sturgis Rd.
Opportunity is Knocking! This is your once-in-a-lifetime chance to buy a 40+ acre farm in Piedmont Valley near Summerset. It includes a 96 x 58 pole barn, another charming old barn, a 3 bedroom/1 bath country home & more. The foothills view is splendid, and the possibilities are endless. An indoor arena? A future development? Not many parcels like this one left, so act quickly! Call Dan for your personal showing today! MLS #121681
$555,000
1120 Range View Circle
613 St. Andrew
$103,500
$169,900 Stylish Upgrades...and a great location for this adorable 3 bedroom/ 2 bath ranch with 2,086 sq. ft. total. Recent updates include fresh carpet, DuraCeramic floors, and new central air &heat in 2014. Siding, roof & decks were replaced in 2009 and newer cabinets, countertops & appliances adorn the kitchen. You’ll love the large rooms and walk-out basement. A nice place to call home! MLS #121554
Stop Dreaming. Start Building. Two prime commercial lots, both less than $4.59 per sq. ft., just a short jaunt off I-90. Nestled amid major retail anchors like Kohl’s, PetSmart, I-Hop and Grandstay. The sky’s the limit when it comes to ideas for new business development. Dream it...Do it in 2015! Call Dan for details! 1.5 acre lot - $299,000; 2.1 acre lot - $399,000. MLS #113648 and MLS #113646
Dan Martin (605) 391-2002
Two Bedrooms and a Bath & a Half makes this a great starter home. Curl up by the fireplace, play your vintage board games or watch your favorite flicks in the generous-sized family room. A fenced yard for your dog and a work space for you & your hobbies in the one-car detached garage. There’s 1347 sq. ft. in all and a chance to own instead of rent! Call today! MLS #121312
Serving you is what I do! www.danmartinrealestate.com danmartin.050@gmail.com
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RAPID CITY /BLACK HILLS RESIDENTIAL/ACREAGES 2041 Vista Hills Pl.
Spearfish
This beautiful horse property is immaculately maintained and offers country estate living a stone’s throw from the north side of Spearfish. Over 1,900 sq. ft. of one level living, a large 14x20 deck and great views of the hills, landscaping and the (maintenance free pvc) fenced pasture below. New 2013 home updates include a new roof, siding, Anderson windows, central air and furnace and there is also a cozy gas fireplace and wood burning stove. The large 45x65 shop/barn is fully insulated and sheeted with steel on the inside also. This is an exceptional no covenants property in a great location. MLS#117046 • $299,900
Keystone
This Black Hills property has a rich historical past and includes a 3 bed, 2 bath home on 10 acres. Outbuildings including a barn and a carport. Located between Keystone and Hill City, the breathtaking natural beauty of this property also offers views of Harney Peak as well as the back side of Mount Rushmore from some vantage points. Since it borders the Black Hills National Forest and Centennial Trail, it offers excellent outdoor recreational opportunities for hiking, hunting, 4 wheeling or horseback riding. Explore a great opportunity to enjoy this retirement/vacation retreat in the heart of the Black Hills. MLS#121267 • $250,000
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24126 Leaky Valley Road
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This 20 acre horse property features a 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath home with new shingles, 24x64 barn with stalls, 4 horse shelters, arena, corrals and a 12 acre pasture. The entire property is level and ideally suited for all equine activities. All portable corral panels for the corrals and arena are included with this property which is very close to Rapid City for convenience and just far enough away to experience country living. MLS#121413 • $250,000
4851 Cliff Drive
Location, Location, Location! Looking for a beautiful west side 3 bedroom 3 bath home that sits on a large, scenic lot in an established neighborhood close to Canyon Lake Park? You need to see this home with its light open floor plan featuring vaulted ceilings and beautiful nearly new hardwood floors. Main floor laundry and master bedroom together with the kitchen, dining and living room offer one level living. Other recent improvements include a new bay window, paved driveway, new overhead garage doors, new back deck, new patio door, new hot water, new carpeting and bathroom updates. 2010 Washer & Dryer included. Ready for a new owner to enjoy! MLS#121380 • $275,000
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Real Estate Tips and Advice
Buying an older home Water damage is a major repair and can contribute to mold setting in. Mold can be toxic, which would require the immediate evacuation of all people and pets. Be sure your new home has a strong roof and have it inspected for damage. Cracks in the walls, driveways and property cement slabs may indicate earthquake damage, shifting soil, or the foundation crumbling under the house. It’s better to be safe than sorry, so get everything checked out by a professional.
By ALEX MASON | Green Shoot Media
Buying an older or historic home may be a romantic notion, but there are a few critical things to consider. Your home may be the biggest purchase of your life, so you want to protect your investment with a house that does not require extensive work and repairs. Older homes grace the leafy treelined streets across the country and bring a sense of culture and history to a neighborhood or rolling country hills. This type of home can be an excellent investment and bring you many years of satisfaction when you ask the tough questions before you sign on the dotted line.
PLUMBING
Replacing the plumbing is a major expense and can tear up the flooring in your new dream home. Ask if the home is using the original plumbing system, how many rooms are operating on it and what date contemporary plumbing was added.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
The electrical wiring is not only essential for energy. It could pose a threat that could burn your dream home to the ground. Bringing the electrical system up to code will be expensive, but this is one corner you cannot cut. Safety comes first, and whatever your trusted electrician recommends, do it.
A SOLID FOUNDATION
The era when a historical home was built most likely pre-dates the
FLOORS
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When purchasing a historic home, there are many considerations, including paying for needed repairs. age of careful foundation calculation. Be sure to hire an inspector to verify if the home can support a second floor and double check to find out if the upper level was an add-on. In addition, property located in earthquake zones or subject to floods may have suffered faults in the foundation.
TERMITE DAMAGE
Termite inspection is a standard practice in the transfer of property today. However, older homes that have not changed hands over the years may not have had proper termite control treatments. Long-term damage can weaken the structure and foundation and cost you more than you want to pay to fix it. Repairs to the internal frame and foundation are possible, but at a price. It’s your choice to put more cash into the older home or walk away and find another one.
INSULATION
Insulation is easy to fix, and you will probably have to do it when buying an older home. In addition, homes located in areas with extreme temperatures may require central air and heating. Before you buy, it is wise to get an estimate from a local heating and air company and decide if you can live with the upgrade costs.
OUTDATED FIXTURES AND FEATURES
Homes built in and before the 1970s have a personality all of their own. Built-in features, such as wet bars and cumbersome bookcases, can disrupt the flow of a room and limit your placement of furnishings. To save yourself some grief down the road, be sure to envision the living space as you would like
to have it and do a calculation for the removal of unwanted built-in objects or walls.
KITCHEN SPACE
The size and efficiency of a kitchen is a major factor in the sale of a home. Many older and historic homes do not reflect today’s gourmet lifestyle and do not provide a sumptuous kitchen space. This may be corrected if there is sufficient space behind a kitchen wall to expand or you like the idea of the compact, old-world style kitchen.
DINGS AND DENTS
Your dream home may have a few cracks in the walls or water stains on the ceiling. The cosmetic repairs are a snap to fix, but finding the source of the imperfections can be a problem.
A creaky floor can drive you nuts, and getting under the house to repair it can cost a fortune. Sometimes the damage is due to a weak floor right down to the structure. In addition, if you plan to upgrade tired carpets with tile or parquet, be sure to check the prices and get an estimate for the final cost. If you cannot afford to replace the entire floor at one time, it’s not a problem. Many home buyers remodel one room at a time to ease the financial burden and have some creative fun.
WINDOW REPLACEMENT
Like replacing the floor coverings, a total house window replacement may be done gradually. Get the front windows done first and upgrade to energy-efficient double glazed glass to better insulate the home. Fixing up an old house can be a journey rather than a race to the finish line.
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Catron Blvd. & Hwy 79- 28.6 ac. General Ag. $1,866,727 Deadwood Ave. - 8.77 ac. General Commercial. $1,800,000 4835 & 4315 N. Haines Ave. - 3 lots up to 15.12 ac. Medium Density Residential. $1,470,150 Triple Crown Dr. - 4.8 ac. $836,352 Catron Blvd. - 2.5 ac. General Ag. $653,400 Eglin St. - 1.62 ac. General Commercial. $175,000 Sophia Ct. - 1.43 ac. Light Industrial. $150,000 Business/Investment Haines Station Shopping Center - 44,000 SF retail shopping center. 100% leased $3,950,000 Roosevelt Inn, Keystone, SD - Business & Real Estate. $1,947,000 Rodeway Inn, Kadoka, SD - Business & Real Estate. $675,000 Sugar Shack - Business & Real Estate. $529,900 MB Enterprises - Wholesale business only. $500,000 110 Garfield, Murdo, SD - 8 plex. $300,000 Budget Signs - Business only. $160,000 Pizza Etc., Philip, SD - Business & Real Estate. $125,000 Piece of Cake - Business only. $110,000 Big Time Pizza - Business only. $90,000 Office/Retail Buildings 3600 Jet Dr. - 20,250 SF office building on 6 ac. $2,200,000 2006 Mt. Rushmore Rd. - 7,400 SF medical building. $899,000 110 N. Cambell - 10,500 SF retail/office plaza. $848,000 7201 S. Hwy. 16 - 19,387 SF office/retail bldg./3.36 ac. $699,000 1800 Haines Ave. - 4,824 SF retail/office building. $695,000 100 E. Blvd. N. - 5,400 SF retail building. $495,000 1064 Main St. Sturgis, SD - 3,950 SF retail building. $450,000 1600 Mt. View Dr. - 2 office condominium suites. Suite 106 1,350 SF.; Suite 108 - 1,965 SF - $397,800 3820 Jackson Blvd. Unit A - 3,157 SF office condo. $350,000
Rushmore Crossing - 2 retail spaces. 1,500-3,700 SF. Lease rates vary. 2060 W. Main St., Suite #1 - 3,050 SF restaurant/retail space. $3,994.26/mth. + util. 100 E. Blvd. N. - 5,400 SF building. $3,500/mth. + NNN + util. 7211 Black Hawk Rd. - 3,200 SF restaurant/retail. $2,134/mth. + util. 1800 Haines Ave. - 4,824 SF retail building. $6,030/mth. + util. 2218 Jackson Blvd. - 1,561 SF retail space. $1,940/mth. + util. 2335 W. Main. St. Suite B - 3,462 SF retail/office. Rate TBD. Office 2218 Jackson Blvd. - 1 lower level office suite. #12 - 1,000 SF $989/mth. + util. 3820 Jackson Blvd. Unit A - 3,157 SF office. $2,631/mth. + util. 111 New York St. - 19,600 SF building. $14,700/mth. + util. 1760 Centre St. - 500-3,000 SF office/retail. $600-$3,425/mth. 3600 Jet Dr. - 20,250 SF building. $20,000/mth. + NNN + util. 1404 Mt. Rushmore Rd. - 225 SF -$550/mth. 85 SF-$250/mth. 3117 W. Rapid St. Suites 1 & 4 - 480 SF each. $590/mth. + util. 1575 N. LaCrosse St. - 1,100 SF office suite $1,100/mth. + util. 2740 N. Haines Ave. - 2 office suites. 1,960 SF $1,408/mth. util. 1,528 SF $1,100/mth. + util. 2620 Jackson Blvd.- 3,000 SF office. $4,125/mth.+ util. 1818 W. Fulton St. - 1,513 SF garden level office. $1,765/mth. 1220 Mt. Rushmore Rd. - 5,600 SF office. $7,556/mth. + util. 516 Mt. Rushmore Rd. - 2,112 SF office. $1,200/mth. + util. Warehouse/Office 1730 Samco Rd. - 3,500 SF office. $1,500/mth + util. 3,500 SF warehouse + 7,500 SF fenced yard. $2,500/mth. + util.
Warehouse 903 Echo Valley Rd., Keystone, SD - 9,000 SF building on 32 ac. $689,000 11985 Quall Rd. - 8,000 SF warehouse/office building. $599,999 300 Hillsview Dr., Box Elder, SD - 2,534 SF warehouse. $175,000
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HOMEWISE
Real Estate Tips and Advice
Get your credit in order
By ALEX MASON | Green Shoot Media
REAL ESTATE 101
Your credit score will determine your accessibility to lower interest rates and ultimately how much you will shell out for a piece of property over the life of the loan. The long-term financial plan is just as important as the short-term gain when acquiring the property. So get busy to find out what your credit score is and how you may improve your score to secure the best lending options.
Increasing Your Score Here are a few tips to help raise your credit score: Get a low-interest credit card and start charging monthly essentials, being sure to pay them off on time. Be sure your credit accounts report to the three major credit bureaus. If you have a low credit score, look for credit card lenders that lend to people in your situation.
CREDIT REPORTING
The three main credit reporting bureaus are Equifax, TransUnion and Experian. We are all their clients whether we like it or not, for better or for worse. The good news is that the big three credit bureaus will issue you one free credit report once a year. Simply put your request into writing and obtain your credit score from all three agencies. These are the same companies that your home loan lender will be contacting, so give yourself a head start to correct what you can. In general, the higher your credit score, the more attractive your loan options will be. Your good credit score translates into a lower interest rate, and in some cases, a lower down payment. If you find your credit score to be less that what you need to secure a top-quality loan, it makes good sense to raise your credit score before you purchase the property.
RAISE YOUR SCORE
The credit score is a numbers game. When you make on-time payments, you are rewarded, and late payments will earn you a credit score ding. The object of the credit game is to get more good points by overtaking the bad ones. One way to raise a credit score is to get a credit card, or a series of them, with low interest rates and start charging your purchases. However, self control is key to obtaining a rapid rise in your score.
Checking your credit is a key first step in the home-buying process. Only purchase items that you have the money to pay off on time, and buy just your monthly essentials on credit. After less than a year of smart credit planning, your score will have increased, and you should be on your way to a better mortgage loan. If you rack up debt by carrying a balance on your cards every month, it could end up hurting your credit score. Your local loan officer might have the names and contact information for liberal credit card lenders to get started improving your credit score. However, be sure when you sign up with a card that the agency reports to Experian, Equifax and TransUnion, or the entire credit charging project is moot.
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Major department store cards are usually qualified, but small store in-house credit may not help your situation. Some secured credit cards report to the major bureaus and are an excellent choice to rebuild your credit. You can never spend more that what you have deposited in their account, so there are no worries about getting into a choke hold of debt.
GET PRE-QUALIFIED
Time is money, and neither you nor your agent wants to waste time looking at properties you cannot afford.
Your loan officer will take away the house hunting woes by issuing you a pre-qualifying letter for lending. This document indicates the limit of your loan, the interest rate and payment structure you may expect. Buying with confidence begins with understanding how much of a loan you qualify for and that there is a lender ready to back you. In addition, many real estate agents and brokers want to see the pre-qualifying letter to ensure that you are a serious buyer and that they may better understand how to serve your buying needs. The pre-qualifying letter is a win-win situation for your real estate agent, and most importantly, for the buyer to shop for a home with peace of mind that deal is going to go through. So, be honest when you sit down with your loan officer and provide him or her with everything they ask you for to get your funding in order as soon as possible.
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easy Rider’s saloon Mls 44719
$790,000 Mls 46931 Located in the hottest action block for the
annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally! Newly paved w/ 53’ Main St. frontage by 150’ depth. Alley access, 18’x30’ garage and office building, lighting, water, sewer, & electric hookups. Prime location next to the Loud American Roadhouse and across the street from One Eyed Jacks Saloon. This property and lot is a rare offering on one of the busiest blocks in town!
Famous year-round bar and restaurant in downtown Sturgis. Perfect venue for the annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally! Encompassing almost an entire city block, Easy Rider’s Saloon comes complete with equipment, furnishings, and more! Updated on MLS!
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1500 + sq. ft. retail building located in the middle block of the 5 blocks dedicated to the annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. This prime location for year-round business and other annual events make this a great income property!
$309,900 Mls 46547
$650,000
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$249,000 Mls 45023
Located at 1801 LaZelle Street in Sturgis, this 15,000 sq. ft. lot sits right on the NW corner of 8th St. and LaZelle. This space is perfect for vending during the Annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally and other events. With the 75th Annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally getting closer, you won’t want to miss out on this opportunity!
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Mls 46090
Real Estate only is for sale! 5222 sq. ft. building with 74’ of the Heart of Hill City frontage. Located in the middle of Main St. and remodeled in 2009. Log canopy added to the front for retail sales - perfect for tourist season and the annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally! This property has been occupied by a reputable tenant for previous years. Sold with current lease attached to the sale - great income property!
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$1,350,000
3 historic buildings perfect for vending space, bar, restaurant, merchandise sales, and more! Selling 1100, 1102, 1108 Main St., City of Sturgis Malt Beverage License, bar/ restaurant business, and equipment. These properties are a great investment for yearround business and annual events!
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auction listing! HANSON ESTATE ABSOLUTE AUCTION MLS 47010 and MLS 47014
Selling 1748 Junction Ave. Home and 93.99 Farm Ground Acreage west of Town *Home and Acreage are separate from each other* Home: excellent location, 7.5 blocks from Main Street, fixer-upper w/ lots of potential! 1-story, 18’x30’ detached garage, spacious kitchen and yard. Acreage: offered in 2 tracts or as one entire unit, 84% of land is Nunn Clay Loam soil ground, alfalfa/grass area, 7.2 miles west & north of Avalanche Rd., near Sturgis, hunting amenities, fertile and level ground. Visit www.sdauctions.com for complete details!
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$649,900 Mls 46565
This versatile retail building is easily spotted from Lazelle Street! The total leasable area includes 4,720 sq. ft. while 3,080 sq. ft. is already leased for the next 5 years. With great frontage, rally vendors are very keen on this area! Excellent income property!
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Residential listings! $37,500
Beautiful lot outside of Belle Fourche. 2 acres on Canyon Lane. Owner financing available!
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$87,900 Mls 43952
4BR/2BA home located along Hwy 85, Belle Fourche. Outside of the house and trim freshly painted September 2014! Home’s interior has been updated and a new roof was constructed in 2012. Super buy!
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Excellent opportunity to own and establish domain name with verified traffic! Current website content is included in purchase. CALL DAVE
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RENTAL GUIDE | FIRST-TIME RENTERS
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Paying Your Bills
he financial requirements of renting your own place can be overwhelming to many first-time renters. Proper preparation is key to making sure you’re on top of your own fiscal destiny. The last thing you want to do is fall behind on your rent. This can lead to unhappy landlords and even worse, ruined credit. The decision to move out on your own is definitely an exciting one, but just make sure to do your homework before making the leap.
MAKE A BUDGET
The first step to creating an accurate budget is listing everything you will be spending to keep your rental and living requirements fulfilled. These items can include: • Rent • Insurance • Electric • Water • Trash/recycling • Groceries • Cable/television Take your monthly income and subtract the total from the list above. Now let’s move on to your discretionary spending. This can include: • Eating Out • Movies and entertainment • Gym memberships • Gifts
• Electronics and games Subtract this total from what was left over above. Do you have enough to enjoy a few nights out per month or to add some money into your savings account? If not, you may be overreaching on what you can afford. Obviously, it is better to do this math before moving in to make sure you’re making a smart financial decision. Options for padding your savings include picking up parttime work, if possible, or sticking to plans of cutting discretionary spending by a certain amount per month.
CHANGE YOUR ADDRESS
If you have bills coming to your current address, be sure to change your address with your post office and creditors. Stop in at your local U.S. Postal Service office once you have officially moved in and fill out the necessary forms. The process only takes a few minutes and will help you continue to receive your mail. It also will ensure that you’re on time with all bills during what can be a fast-paced moving experience.
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3 to 4 bedroom, 2 bath home with attached garage situated on 4 acres at the end of Golden Slipper Road. Forest Service access, heated shop, car/RV port, and storage shed. Spacious family or vacation home, open floor plan, natural slate fireplace in Master bedroom/ great room, wood stove in family room. Short distance to Rapid City, Deadwood and recreational areas. Great retreat! MLS #46785 $290,000.
Red Canyon cliff and canyons fit for a Cinema setting!! 7.59 acres, National forest, secluded setting, ranch style 2 bedroom 2 bath home, guest log cabin for the hunters, corrals, barn, misc. out buildings, fenced garden area. Almost like living off the grid and getting a new lease on life. Take back control in this Old west setting! MLS# 45975 $259,000
$324,900 for this 7bd, 6 bth. home. Charm, history, & extreme versatility for a Home, Business or Both. Just minutes from Crazy Horse, Jewel Cave, Wind Cave, Custer State Park and Mt. Rushmore! Over 1 acre, off street parking, spacious yard, 24x32 det. garage, storage shed & potting shed.You just have to see this home! VERY MOTIVATED SELLER Call Agent for details on BUYER’S INCENTIVE offered by Sellers. $324,900 MLS# 39899 and MLS# 39927
10326 Turkey Trail Road. Conveniently located between Newcastle WY and Custer SD. Great buy on this 1876 Sq. ft. home nestled on 18.24 acres. Spacious 30 X 40 metal building for all your toys! Nice balance of open meadow and scattered Ponderosa Pine. MLS# 41842 $179,000
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Very diversified from pastures and meadows to cliffs and appx. 100 acres of treed area. Property has 2 seasonal springs, 2 wells and also rural water. Located just 3 miles north of Hot Springs this 3 bdrm., 2 bath MH also comes with a garage and a shop/barn. It has ½ mile of Hwy. frontage. MLS# 46924 $900,900
Great Home—Great Location---REDUCED to $94,500!!! Well maintained-- 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 2 stall garage home with unfinished full basement. Recent improvements include siding and new deck. City services, good location and nice size lot. With such a low price and low interest rates NOW is the time to stop paying rent and OWN!!! MLS# 32576.
Two bedroom one bath open style “Americana” home/cabin. 4.32 acres, limestone cliffs, Forest Service, cold storage that is 25’ deep 12’wide, 50 degrees year round, out buildings, raised bed garden area. Fiber optic, 2009 /2011 NEWseptic, furnace, well, electrical and plumbing. MLS# 45603 $144,900.
Very visible Highway16 frontage, 1790 sq.ft. of showroom space. Main level also has kitchen/ laundry area and 1/2 bath. The upstairs has private access, with 2 large rooms and bath area. Flooring thru out is either hard wood flooring, tile or carpet. Seven plus parking areas with alley access. One of the best locations in Custer to start a business! MLS #44843 $119,500
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220 S. 11th Street. 3 bedroom, 2 bath home on .49 acre lot. Great location close to schools and downtown Custer. Watch the fourth of July fireworks from this large private backyard. Open and sunny floor plan with updated kitchen. New shingles and siding are ordered! MLS# 45330 $119,500
Looking for a cabin in the Black Hills? You need to check this one out 3+ acres with easy access to a paved road, good well. This one bedroom one bath features a 32x32 squared log cabin with a 12x22 frame addition could be yours. Some finish work remains. Also has a metal carport, and the roof is metal. MLS# 44953 $160,000
Great starter home located in Hot Springs, close to schools and shopping. Plenty of room with 4 Bdrms., 2 bath, fenced in yard and a single car garage. Fenced in yard and 1 car garage, and irrigation for lawn and garden. Now is he time to own your home with owner willing to carry a CFD to qualified buyer! MLS# 46720 $115,000
The Wrangler- A Custer Fixture for years. Building and equipment all new in 2009. A solid year round business in Custer that has everything from LOCATION to REPUTATION plus paved off street parking on highly visible corner lot. Located in the heart of the Black Hills and close to all that the Southern Hills has to offer. MLS# 44057. Great New Price $799,000
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Real Estate Tips and Advice
Make Your Listing Stand Out By ALEX MASON | Green Shoot Media
REAL ESTATE 101
When real estate prices are falling, the home buying experience becomes a buyer’s market. To seal the deal, listing agents have to kick it up a notch to turn the home buyer’s head. Creating an effective real estate listing should contain a balance of pertinent property information mixed with a little emotional appeal. Abundant real estate inventory provides the home buyer with a wide variety of choices. The aggressive listing agent who wants to get noticed must pull out all the punches for their listings to grab the limelight. Separating your home from the pack with a creative description and visual aids. These elements will help your home get noticed, and the smart seller will go after as much exposure as he or she can afford.
PHOTOS
The tried and true single-shot photograph taken from the curb may not get you to first base in a competitive housing marking. Today’s home buyer is smart and savvy and likes to have all the facts at their fingertips. Be sure to take multiple photos and publish the highlights from every room. Although the interior of the home is the main event, be sure to get a good photo of the backyard, whether it is landscaped or not. The outdoor living space is key to the buyer’s final decision. A spacious yard opens the buyer’s mind to possibilities with home expansion, garden parties or a quiet place to retreat. When photographing the
Anatomy of a Great Listing Find as many potential buyers as possible by including the following in your listing: Multiple photos, including interior and backyard shots Open house information Information about schools and local amenities
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Help your home listing stand out from the crowd by including information that sells. Buyers like to see multiple photos, accessible open houses and information about the area. property, it is essential to omit any flaws or crumbling areas unless the home is advertised as a fixer-upper. They say a picture is worth a thousand words, and you want all that vocabulary to be positive.
OPEN HOUSES
Many times a buyer will have their eye on a property but can’t make it to an open house that runs just a few hours on the weekend. Major real estate companies know the value of holding a couple of open houses during the week to make the showing avail-
able to everyone. If you plan to include a midweek evening showing, be sure the electricity is on. You may have to install some light bulbs or set up your own lighting system for properties that have been empty for a while.. Most importantly, be sure that the indoor and outdoor walkways are nice and bright to avoid a slip-and-fall accident on the property. Your open house should be advertised in the local newspapers in advance, and be sure to use plenty of arrow signs to guide the buying traffic in from
the main intersection.
RESOURCES
In most cases, your home buyer will already be living in the area where he or she wishes to purchase. Newspaper advertising is excellent, and the aggressive agent may wish to supplement print ads by listing online. Real estate websites, whether your own or renting a space on a national site, are becoming popular places for potential buyers to search for their dream house. Use as many advertising formats as you can afford, both in print and
online, because you never know where your buyer could come from No, they are not cheap, but they do have a proven track record to get the properties sold.
INFORMATION SELLS
To attract more attention to your property, buyers like to see vital statistics for the area. On your website ads, you may opt to include information on the school district and neighborhood amenities such as dining and shopping. In addition, buzz words such as “minutes to the freeway” and “one block from the mall” can make or break your sale. In a competitive market, your real estate listing has to sell more than just a house. It has to sell a happy lifestyle and fit it to your buyer’s dream.
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Real Estate Tips and Advice
Have your new home inspected By ALEX MASON | Green Shoot Media
REAL ESTATE 101
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o, you’ve bought a plot of land and are ready to build your dream house. It’s exciting to watch your home grow from a speck of dust into a fabulous structure with all the bells and whistles at your command. However, there’s a thorn in every rose, and one way to avoid getting pricked is to have a licensed home inspector at your side. When we hire a contractor, we tend to give a lot of gravity to what they say and assume that they always know what they are doing. However, unscrupulous behavior or momentary mistakes can come from almost any construction firm, and the homeowner is the one who will ultimately pay the price. As a precaution, it is wise to invest in a licensed home inspector to ensure the home was constructed according to legal codes.
Does your home measure up? The American Society of Home Inspectors operates an online home inspector search, where you can find home inspectors in your area. Visit ashi. org to conduct a search. According to its website, the ASHI was founded in 1976, aims to “build customer awareness of the importance of a quality home inspection and enhance the professionalism of home inspectors.”
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Your home inspector will check the materials and installation of essential components of the home to ensure that they meet legal requirements. This will include the plumbing system, electrical wiring, sturdiness of the foundation, spacing from exterior wall to the fence or pool, satisfactory framing, and a myriad of other factors that need to be verified. If a new construction home is built outside of city codes, the property will not be able to be re-sold until it gets the OK from the new buyer’s inspector. In addition, faulty wiring or sewage systems can cost a homeowner thousands of dollars in repairs and higher insurance premiums. To be safe and sane when venturing into a brand new construction, don’t worry about offending your contractor. You have to take care of your own interests first and get an official opinion from the
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A contractor’s word that your new home is up to code is not enough. You need a home inspector to give the OK on everything from plumbing to electrical systems. inspector to ensure your new home is safe to live in and will meet the grade for re-sale.
RED FLAGS
Some contractors will communicate false and misleading information to the homeowner by giving vague and ambiguous answers to tough questions. You may hear excuses such as they are building under industry
standard conditions without clearly defining what they mean. This is a red flag to the homeowner and should be cause for alarm. In addition, watch out for rebuttals that the contractor will take care of shoddy work under the warranty, as this is no excuse to build outside of city codes in the first place. Your best bet is to get a neutral home inspector who you
find yourself, and who has no ties with your contractor’s company. Check the phone book or ask your real estate professional to recommend someone he knows and trusts. Your new home is a significant investment, and you owe it to yourself to ensure everything is finished correctly. If your contractor is a seasoned professional and has nothing to hide, he or she will stand with you in agree-
ment to bring in an outside party for inspection. You also may check your contractor’s references with online feedback forums listing the pros and cons from prior clients. These can steer you away from a questionable contractor that could turn your dream home into a nightmare. Knowledge is power, so get all you can before you begin to build. Your contractor may work magic with bringing your house into being, but your home inspector is your watchdog to make sure you get everything you paid for, including safety and security.
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