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    American Fighter vs American Dream

    This American Fighter Just Secured The Title of Homeowner!

    It started with a pizza and ended with… uh, pizza???

    Rewind to this past February and you’ll find me sitting on a bar stool on a Thursday night at one of my favorite downtown spots, Hotshots Sports Bar & Grill. In true fashion, I’m on my laptop toggling back & forth between reading business articles and browsing the week’s newest real estate listings. One of the Hotshot’s girls had just delivered my favorite pizza when I felt somebody playing with my ears from behind… it was Matt Pulliam, a local car enthusiast and MMA fighting fan. Matt has trained and fought in various local and regional mixed martial arts matches in the past and apparently has excellent taste for casual clothing as he shares my affinity for American Fighter t-shirts, lol.

    Train and prepare for your day

    We began discussing the current real estate climate while annihilating that pizza. Matt had already taken several important steps to get a jump on the process and was ready to get started. He had just met with a loan officer at his bank earlier in the week to get an idea of his borrowing parameters and his pre-approval letter would be ready the following Monday. Over the next weeks he would continue to shop lenders in order to compare loan products as we began our search for his target property. Matt began identifying potential houses that he’d found on various websites but it didn’t take long to realize that LiveLocalListings.com offers cooler features and a clearer view of the local market without the hassle and disappointment of sold & expired ads that typically linger on other platforms.

    Keep one eye on your target and the other on opportunity

    Although Matt qualified to borrow a respectable amount, he conveyed to me that he preferred to buy into the market well below his borrowing cap and not get caught up in any hype or emotion that would deflect from his goal. Over the next 3 months we toured several handfuls of properties that fit his criteria on paper, typically gleaning one potential contender from each batch. Matt exercised great restraint in the face of some really tempting properties at the top end of his buying spectrum. Eventually we whittled the list down to the final 4 which included a “diamond in the rough” that we had decided to keep an eye on. All indicators suggested this one could be an awesome buy if all of the dynamics happened to align within Matt’s purchasing timeline. We were gearing up to take a swing at another house when out of the blue Matt spotted the price drop flag and in one click of a mouse this home had emerged as the new challenger!

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    Be prepared to strike…

    Photo of Brandon Wooley, USA Mortgage
    Brandon Wooley, USA Mortgage

    Matt had taken all the steps that allowed him to be prepared to act quickly and pounce on this deal before the price drop exposed it to a whole new crop of potential buyers. Ultimately he decided to secure his financing through USA Mortgage, which offered him the best loan option compared to the other quotes he received. Brandon Wooley jumped in the ring as Matt’s loan officer and together they tag-teamed the loan process from start to finish.

    …and a team player

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    Tim Lappe, TWL Inspections

    I mentioned in a previous post about spotting signs of termite activity (in the form of mud tubes on the foundation) during a walk through of the property. Although my construction and real estate investment experience allows me to spot issues that many Realtors might miss, I remind my clients that I’m not a home inspector or licensed contractor and I strongly suggest obtaining professional inspections during the buying process. Matt took that advice and tagged in Tim Lappe of TWL Inspections who took a couple swings at the property with a pest inspection that ultimately confirmed my suspicion of termite activity at the home and ended up saving Matt over $1,000.

    How a $75 termite inspection saved Matt over $1000

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    Ding! Ding! Ding! Oh, the sweet sound of victory!

    Matt delivered the roundhouse knockout after a series of right jabs with an ink pen to a seemingly endless stack of documents pinned down by Metro Title closer Joy Baldwin thereby conquering the American Dream and closing the deal. At the end of closing day everything came full circle and we enjoyed a free celebratory pizza provided by our friends at Hotshots Sports Bar & Grill… thanks guys!

    Photo of Tracey Miller & Buyer at recent sale

    Efflorescence…Bubbles, Band or Bummer?

    Efflorescence – Bubbles, Band or Bummer?

    Mention the word efflorescence and most people instantly think of the early 2000’s rock band Evanescence… or the fizzy effervescence of Alka-Seltzer. Trust me, while efflorescence may end up causing you to pop an antacid, if you own a home or building made or trimmed with brick or stone this word is definitely nothing to sing about as it can end up spelling trouble for your investment…
    The issue starts with rainwater soaking into masonry. It dissolves natural salts that recrystallize when the surface dries. The salts build up in the masonry pores from repeated wet/dry cycles. In cold weather, water freezes and expands inside the masonry pores. At first the cracks and fractures from wet/dry and freeze/thaw cycles are microscopic. If left untreated, brick deterioration and cracking will start and eventually lead to other masonry problems! One of the best preventative measures is to clean and seal your masonry, which can help prevent issues for years to come. I strongly suggest that if you have not protected your brick do so immediately before larger problems have a chance to develop. If you attempt to do the project yourself just be sure to do your research and know what materials your property was built with as different cleaners, tools, and sealers react differently to various surfaces.
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    Termites… Tiny Equity Eaters

    Termite Inspections in Southeast Missouri & Southern Illinois

    Picture of active termites | 63701 termite inspection

    How A $75 Termite Inspection Could Save You Big Money

    I was recently helping a client narrow his top 3 property list down to the target home we’d be making an offer on. While walking around the exterior of his #1 choice, I spotted something that might go unnoticed unless you’ve had experience dealing with the issue… mud tubes. At just over 10 years old, this house is relatively new and located in a nicely maintained subdivision right here in Cape. This just goes to show that practically any home in the area can be targeted by these destructive little critters.

    I tout my construction experience and eye for spotting defects as an asset for clients looking to exclude properties outside various scopes of repair; however I’m not a home inspector and always encourage scheduling professional home inspections when a contract has been secured on the target property. In this case a $75 termite inspection will allow my client to officially present this issue to the seller to be addressed before closing the deal. I’ve included a link below to more information on this subject by a local home inspection company that has performed termite inspections for several of my clients in the past.

    *Update: The termite inspection confirmed a minimal level of live termite activity at the residence which was remedied by the seller at a cost of $1,008 via professional treatment. Read more here

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    Photo of Tracey Miller Realtor Spotting Termites

    4 VA Home Loan Myths

    Like most government programs, the intricacies can become so confusing for the people they’re intended to help that the program eventually takes on a reputation of being a hassle to even mess with. One common misconception that seems to resurface with clients I’ve worked with is the perception that VA loans are a one time perk for veterans trying to purchase their first home, when in fact the benefit can be used multiple times in various ways. This article from Zillow addresses 4 more myths relative to VA home loans.
    4 VA Loan Myths That Hamper Veteran Home Buyers | Zillow Porchlight

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    Residential For Sale

    4219 Mann Lake Road, Metropolis, Illinois 62960

    RE/MAX ADVANTAGE
    2Bedroom(s)
    1Bathroom(s)
    28Picture(s)
    1,070Sqft
    Visits:5
    Cute little 3 bedroom 1 bath home located at Mann Lake in Massac County. 2-story with large main floor deck and a small upper level balcony overlooking the lake. Privacy fenced portion of the 0.47 acre lot. Home is in need of TLC. Selling As Is Where Is.
    $39,900

    Residential For Sale

    379 Black Pond Road, Pomona, Illinois 62975

    Buy A Farm Land & Auction Co.
    2Bedroom(s)
    2Bathroom(s)
    79Picture(s)
    2,280Sqft
    Visits:2
    ONLINE ONLY AUCTION! Wonderful private retreat! This 40 +/- wooded acres includes a 2B/2B home that was built in 2002 with great view of the surrounding Shawnee forest. Home has a walk out basement that includes two bonus rooms, woodburning stove on main floor, screened front porch, and nice deck. The main floor ceiling was finished with wood from the farm.
    $100,000

    Farm For Sale

    7902 State Highway 34, Marble Hill, Missouri 63764

    Edge Realty
    1Picture(s)
    1,723,230Sqft
    Visits:4
    Some cleared - Perfect for building your dream home. Lots of woods for hunting and perfect paths for ATV riding. Cape County. Jackson Schools.
    $395,600

    Residential For Sale

    28 Rivermines Street, Park Hills, Missouri 63601

    Keller Williams Realty Platinu
    3Bedroom(s)
    2Bathroom(s)
    25Picture(s)
    985Sqft
    Visits:5
    Completely remodeled 3 bedroom 2 full bath home, on corner lot, close to Central High School. New concrete driveway and sidewalks. Fully (privacy) fenced back yard. Everything with this home is brand new.
    $182,500

    Residential For Sale

    1165 LAKE SHORE Drive, Goreville, Illinois 62939

    AVRIPAS SOUTHERN REAL ESTATE
    6Bedroom(s)
    3Bathroom(s)
    67Picture(s)
    2,754Sqft
    Visits:2
    LAKE OF EGYPT WATERFRONT HOME - This stunning 3660+ sq. ft. 6 bedroom luxury craftsman home on the rocky shores of Lake of Egypt is truly one of a kind. Between the state-of-the-art timbered craftsman stylish exterior, beautiful rocky landscape and newly remodeled interior. It has an established vacation rental and a great business opportunity.
    $1,499,999

    Residential For Sale

    710 JAMES Street, Carterville, Illinois 62901

    INFINITY REALTY OF SOUTHERN IL
    3Bedroom(s)
    2Bathroom(s)
    13Picture(s)
    1,094Sqft
    Visits:7
    RARE find in Carterville! This newly renovated 3 bedroom 2 bathroom home boasts an extra large corner lot within walking distance of the school. Sale will include a 18 month home warranty & a credit to buy new kitchen appliance. Call today to schedule your private showing.
    $125,500

    Land For Sale

    1781 Olmsted Road, Villa Ridge, Illinois 62996

    MIDWEST REAL ESTATE
    11Picture(s)
    90Sqft
    Visits:0
    Prime Deer, Turkey & Small Game Hunting !! Mix of Timber & Crop Land. Beautiful Home Site.
    $299,416

    Commercial Sale For Sale

    00 ROUTE 13 Road, Carbondale, Illinois 62901

    RE/MAX REALTY CENTRAL
    1Picture(s)
    0Sqft
    Visits:0
    Route 13 Visability - Just outside of Carbondale proper yet has benefits of Williamson County Taxes. Adjacent to Kia Dealer and McBride Mack Truck Sales. Property located on San Diego frontage road. Fenced.
    $425,000

    Land For Sale

    00 ROUTE 13 Road, Carbondale, Illinois 62901

    RE/MAX REALTY CENTRAL
    1Picture(s)
    6Sqft
    Visits:0
    Route 13 Visability - Just outside of Carbondale proper yet has benefits of Williamson County Taxes. Adjacent to Kia Dealer and McBride Mack Truck Sales. Property located on San Diego frontage road. Fenced.
    $425,000

    Residential For Sale

    3209 US 45 Road, Metropolis, Illinois 62960

    FARMER & CO. REAL ESTATE
    2Bedroom(s)
    2Bathroom(s)
    42Picture(s)
    1,064Sqft
    Visits:5
    Great price! Great location! This older 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom mobile home sits on approximately 2 acres or so which allows plenty of room to roam. Home features a 2 car detached garage, a one car detached carport and a workshop with storage. Home has a covered front porch and all appliances stay. Just a few short minutes from town.
    $69,900

    Residential For Sale

    939 Maud Street, Poplar Bluff, Missouri 63901

    Poplar Bluff Realty Inc
    3Bedroom(s)
    1Bathroom(s)
    19Picture(s)
    1,554Sqft
    Visits:5
    $83,800.00 939 W. Maud St. Poplar Bluff MO 63901 Cozy and well maintained 3BR 2BA cottage style home in central Poplar Bluff! This house offers one bedroom, kitchen, laundry & bath on main level, with 2 additional bedrooms upstairs.
    $83,800

    Residential For Sale

    200 18th Street, Caruthersville, Missouri 63830

    American Elite Realty
    3Bedroom(s)
    2Bathroom(s)
    14Picture(s)
    1,378Sqft
    Visits:5
    Look at this! Rare newer (2007) home in desired and established are in Caruthersville at an affordable price. This one level, split bedroom floorplan, has 3 bedrooms, and 2 full baths. The great room and kitchen have vaulted ceilings and ceiling fans, the large primary bedroom has a bath ensuite and 2 walk in closets.
    $125,000

    Residential For Sale

    1114 Meadow Lane, Dexter, Missouri 63841

    Young Real Estate LLC
    3Bedroom(s)
    1Bathroom(s)
    28Picture(s)
    1,892Sqft
    Visits:2
    This charming tri-level home has a wood burning fireplace on the main floor, living room and dining room has a beautiful Andersen bay window. Shining hardwood floors make these rooms sparkle. The kitchen has ceramic tile and the appliances include refrigerator, dishwasher, electric range, and microwave.
    $230,000

    Land For Sale

    0 County Road 403, Greenville, Missouri 63944

    United Country-Farm/HomeRealty
    4Picture(s)
    130,680Sqft
    Visits:3
    Old house place and 3 acres +/-. Property borders Otter creek and Corps of Engineer on 2 sides. Great location for new home, RV or camper. Electric available and county road frontage.
    $13,250

    Commercial Sale For Sale

    46 County road 511, Wappapello, Missouri 63966

    Century 21 American Realty
    50Parking(s)
    14Picture(s)
    409,464Sqft
    Visits:3
    Fantastic investment to fund your retirement! You can live onsite and enjoy the well-established community of the park, or manage it easily from a distance. Property includes a beautiful 1,454 sq. ft, home, 2 cabins, and 38 RV pads, storage units and coin-operated laundry add to regular income. All units currently leased with a waiting list for openings.
    $1,500,000

    Land For Sale

    0 Azalea Street, Kelso, Missouri 63758

    Area Properties Real Estate
    3Picture(s)
    0Sqft
    Visits:0
    Build your dream home on corner lot located in established subdivision away from the hustle and bustle but a quick drive to Cape/Jackson area.
    $39,900

    Land For Sale

    0 Long Road, Williamsville, Missouri 63967

    Mossy Oak Properties Mozark Re
    16Picture(s)
    130,680Sqft
    Visits:3
    River access! Experience the river lifestyle everyday at Anchor Pointe Estates, a quiet gated community located on Black River just minutes North of Poplar Bluff off JJ Hwy. This lovely development is moderately restricted with tracts of 3+ acres available. Land owners have private river access privileges to the boat launch and access to several hundred acres of Govt land nearby.
    $39,500

    Commercial Sale For Sale

    102 BLANCHE Street, Mounds, Illinois 62964

    MARK TWAIN REAL ESTATE SERVICES INC.
    9Picture(s)
    0Sqft
    Visits:0
    Ready for new owners. Well established business located in the center of Mounds. Most of the equipment stays with building including fryers, flat grill, freezers and much more.
    $75,000

    Commercial Sale For Sale

    1114 Rendleman Street, Carbondale, Illinois 62901

    RE/MAX REALTY CENTRAL
    1Picture(s)
    0Sqft
    Visits:3
    This Commercial land includes 11 Parcel numbers on East Rendleman. Please see the photo for the parcels included. This is a commercial property with one small house included.
    $300,000

    Residential For Sale

    4437 State Highway E, Matthews, Missouri 63867

    Edge Realty
    2Bedroom(s)
    3Bathroom(s)
    61Picture(s)
    3,816Sqft
    Visits:2
    Immaculate, gorgeous, serene... rnThis brick and stone ranch home in Matthews has too many features to list but here are a few:rn2.
    $399,000

    Residential For Sale

    245 Lewis Lane, Carbondale, Illinois 62901

    Properties by G. Le' Roi LLC
    2Bedroom(s)
    1Bathroom(s)
    3Picture(s)
    12,354Sqft
    Visits:5
    Great opportunity to purchase an investment property. Single Family situated on almost a third of an acre is a great investment opportunity for rental or a great place to have a piece of land to do what you want. Investors welcome! There's a possible second parcel to be sold with it, which is found directly next to this one.
    $45,000

    Land For Sale

    12370 Highway T, Perryville, Missouri 63775

    American Homes Realty, Inc
    12Picture(s)
    217,800Sqft
    Visits:0
    This 5 ac m/l tract of land is looking for a new owner. It offers a shed with a concrete floor and electric, a well, an outhouse with a flushable toilet that goes into a septic and a pavilion! Build your dream house or bring the campers.
    $82,900

    Residential For Sale

    1920 Ables Road, Sikeston, Missouri 63801

    Edge Realty
    4Bedroom(s)
    3Bathroom(s)
    36Picture(s)
    1,970Sqft
    Visits:5
    Lots of potential with this 4 bedroom, 3 bath home on 1.01 acre corner lot. This was a great family home now in need of updates to make it your own special place. Owner is a licensed MO Realtor. Limited Seller's Disclosure is available.
    $160,000

    Land For Sale

    0 Madison 325, Fredericktown, Missouri 63645

    United Country-Farm/HomeRealty
    24Picture(s)
    257,004Sqft
    Visits:0
    The owner calls this Lil' Haven. 5.9 acres of timber, shared private road off county road. Small cabin, outhouse, wood/tool shed and firepit area. Cleared area for pulling in vehicle and camper. Nature trails, natural lighting around cabin area. A fun spot to get away.
    $35,000

    Residential For Sale

    310 Walnut Street, Essex, Missouri 63846

    Trammell and Son Realty
    3Bedroom(s)
    1Bathroom(s)
    14Picture(s)
    1,421Sqft
    Visits:7
    This property is eligible under the Freddie Mac First Look Initiative through 04/20/2023.
    $42,500

    Residential For Sale

    11715 County Road 637, Dexter, Missouri 63841

    Young Real Estate LLC
    4Bedroom(s)
    2Bathroom(s)
    13Picture(s)
    2,596Sqft
    Visits:5
    This beautiful 2.4-acre lot provides the ample space for your exterior dreams to flourish. Just outside of city limits this 4-5 bedroom, 2.5 bath home sits off County Road 637. The kitchen is designed for entertaining with a breakfast nook and separate dining room. The spacious basement includes an additional living room with a gas log brick fireplace and walk out double doors.
    $329,900

    Land For Sale

    Lot 99 STONE CREEK Drive, Makanda, Illinois 62958

    RE/MAX REALTY CENTRAL
    1Picture(s)
    1.18Sqft
    Visits:3
    This is a beautiful vacant lot to build your dream home on. It's a perfect spot being at the end of the road in a cul-de-sac. What a great location! There is a sign to confirm the location. Call now for more information.
    $65,000

    Residential For Sale

    1239 BUTLER Street, Tilden, Illinois 62292

    Property Peddler Inc
    4Bedroom(s)
    2Bathroom(s)
    49Picture(s)
    1,716Sqft
    Visits:5
    This unique 4 bedroom and 2 bath home sits on 3 acres that are partially wooded. Wooded area located at the rear of the property with a trail to walk thru. The mature trees provide a nicely shaded yard. Second parcel has a pole barn that has an office area and additional area that could be finished for a second living space or could be converted back into a garage. Sparta School District.
    $160,000
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