Realty Insights for Home Buying, Home Selling, and Indy Info

Today, Kiplinger released a list of the Top 50 Smartest Cities and Indianapolis is 14th on the list. Criteria used included cost of living, cost of housing, weather, education, cultural amenities and transportation. Ecomonic vitatlity was also factored in. This is great for Indianapolis and the surronding area! Being a newbie to the Indianapolis area, I agree with the rating. My husband and I have been very impressed with the entire area. To me, it seems that Indianapolis is a big city with small town appeal. I love all the growth in every direction (especially all the shopping!) and the low cost of living. The downtown is vibrant and dynamic, full of plenty to see and do. I am looking forward to raising children here because of the great schools, wonderful neighboors and small town feel. Feel proud about living in such a great city and area!

Here are "10 Reasons to List During November and December": 1. Less competition for buyers 2. Buyers are "serious" buyers and usually not just "lookers" 3. Your home shows beautifully while decorated for the holidays 4. One of the highest percentages of "Listings Sold" to "Listings Taken" occurs during this time of the year 5. You may receive more money for your home now because you have less competition 6. Throughout the holiday season, you may restrict showings during your personal holiday events 7. Buyers have more time to look at homes during holidays, especially during vacations 8. January is traditionally the biggest corporate transfer month and you must be on the market for those buyers 9. By selling now you can have a delayed closing or extended possession until after the first of the year 10. When you sell during the winter, you have an opportunity to buy during the spring when many homes are on the market Diane