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Homes spent more time on the market in 2006 compared with 2005, averaging 82 days in 2006 and 77 in 2006. Homes in Hamilton County sold the quickest, with an average of 76 days on the market. Boone County Average days on the market in 2005=78 Average days on the market in 2006=89 # change=11 Hamilton County Average days on the market in 2005=69 Average days on the market in 2006=76 # change=7 Marion County Average days on the market in 2005=75 Average days on the market in 2006=81 # change=6 Courtesy of F.C. Tucker Company 2006 Annual Report

Here are 4 quick and easy steps for staging your home to sell, courtesy of Real Estate Lifestyle Magazine: 1. Up the Curb Appeal Tiny details on the front and exterior of your home can make all the difference. Paint your front door, add a welcome mat, put up a new mailbox and/or plant some flowers around the entrance and walkway. 2. Clean House Your definition of clean may not be a potential buyer's definition, so don't overlook anything. Clean out drawers, closets, and cupboards. Sweep your front walkway and entrance. Make sure all trash is picked up. Dust and remove cobwebs. 3. Keep Things Simple Using simple decor wins points with buyers. It's better to present your home with colors and ideas that are universally appealing. De-clutter your rooms, removing extra and unnecessary pieces of furniture and personal affects. 4. Let There Be Light Make sure there is an abundance of light when showing your home. A dark home is not a friendly home and buyers like the cozy and war

The average home sales price in central Indiana increased slightly in 2006, up 0.9% from 2005. Overall 2006 average home price=$156,612 Overall 2005 average home price=$155,168 By County: Boone 2005 Total=$239,593 2006 Total=$257,145 $ Change=$17,552 % Change=7.3% Hamilton 2005 Total=$248,459 2006 Total=$256,554 $ Change=$8,095 % Change=3.3% Marion 2005 Total=$122,935 2006 Total=$122,904 $ Change= -$31 % Change= -0.0% Marion County's Center SW Township had the lowest average sale price with an average of $48,506. Eagle and Union Townships in Boone County had average sale prices of $391,601 and $360,990 respectively. Hamilton County's Clay Townshiph had an average sale price of $340,931. Courtesy of F.C. Tucker Company 2006 Annual Report

My listing at 9302 State Road 334 in Zionsville now includes 2.15 acres and is offered at $950,000. For more information, check out my website ( www.homesinindy.com ) or Country Gables website ( www.countrygables.com ).