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7205 Nostalgia Lane | Indianapolis Home for Sale

Indianapolis Home for Sale in Wayne Township

One of a kind home in Chapel Bend on Indianpolis' west side. Great 2 story home with a Victorian style offers a large porch which wraps around the bay window. Located on a corner lot next to the pond with nothing but a canopy of trees behind you. 7205 Nostalgia Ln. Home Listing Detail

Other features include:

  • 3 large bedrooms
  • Over 2100 square foot
  • Formal living roon
  • Formal dining
  • Large family room
  • Kitchen with breakfast bar
  • Breakfast room
  • Privacy fence
  • Wood lined lot

7205 Nostalgia Lane...


11093 Ellsworth Lane - Fishers Indiana Home for Sale

Home in Sedona Woods in Fishers IndianaThis is truly one of those rare finds for a home in Fishers. When you compare the cost of building a new home and including all the upgrades already in this beautiful home, we think you'll agree. Check out the base cost of homes for sale in Sedona Woods, then make an appointment to see this home. You won't be disappointed!

Over sized three bedroom, with two and a half baths in Hamilton Southeastern School district has 2500 square foot of living space. Open concept floor plan on the main level, with separate living and family rooms, large kitchen and sun room. Kitchen features hardwood floors, 42 inch cherry cabinets, island, walk-in pantry and breakfast bar.

Upstairs are three huge bedrooms, plus a loft or bonus room. Master retreat has...


House Hunting on the Internet

Starting Your Home Search on the Internet

The National Association of Realtors says that almost 80 % of home buyers start their search for their next home on the internet. Reading a little further you will find that NAR also says that most home buyers find the Realtor they will work with on the intranet as well. It is this combination of great local realtors, and their ability to make a home buyers on-line search easier that makes for a winning combination.

Local Experts Guide Your Search

Many home buyers start their search on national websites under the impression that they are being provided with the best information on the area they are looking in. Before long they start to spot a local realtor whose information comes up of in the search engines. They will start to build a relationship with that local agent as the expert in their market as they need their questions answered. They soon realize that when it comes to real estate a local expert is a necessary...


Top Questions to Ask When Interviewing a Real Estate Agent

Interviewing a Real Estate AgentHiring the right agent is an essential part of getting your home sold. Yet, finding the right agent can be a difficult process, particularly if you have never worked with a real estate agent in the past. Whether dealing with Austin real estate or a home in Fishers, asking the right questions is essential to ensure you get the right agent to meet your needs. To that end, here is a look at some of the most important questions you should ask when interviewing potential real estate agents.

How Many Years Have You Worked as a Real Estate Agent?

While a new real estate agent could potentially serve you very well, you will generally enjoy better results if you hire someone who has several years of experience. Even better, the agent should have experience...


What is Included in My Monthly Mortgage Payment?

After taking out a mortgage loan to purchase a home, you will be provided with a dollar figure that you must pay each month in order to repay your loan. Whether interested in Bethesda condos or a home in Indianapolis, it is helpful to have a clear understanding of what is included in your monthly mortgage payment before you start searching for a home.

This way, there will be no surprises when you sit down with the lender and negotiate a mortgage loan.

Principle

A portion of your monthly mortgage payment will go toward paying on the principle amount of your loan. The principle is the amount of money that you originally borrowed. If you make late payments or incur any other additional fees, these amounts will also be added to your principal...


6379 Timberbluff Circle, Avon Indiana

Reserve at Bridgewater

6379 Timberbluff Circle Avon IndianaThe beautiful home in Reserve at Bridgewater is situated on a magnificent lot with mature trees and open green space in one of Avon Indiana's favorite neighborhoods. From the moment you view the estately home you'll find plenty of reasons to want to kick off your shoes and make it home. Situated on a corner lot with a wrap-around porch, you'll spend many summer evenings relaxing here. 

The neighborhood was built by Drees homes between 1998 - 2003 and consist mostly of two story homes with over 3000 square foot of living space on large lots of gently rolling hills. Most homes in Reserve...


Super Bowl Countdown

Super Bowl XLVI will kickoff in just a matter of days.  The anticipation and excitement is palpable everywhere you go, especially downtown Indianapolis!  Take some time this week to do the Super Bowl Shuffle out of your normal routine and into the events surrounding this piece of sports history!    

Super Bowl Village will continue all week in downtown Indianapolis!  Free concerts, zip-lines, the famous Roman numeral statue, the NFL Experience and more abound.  

More information about Super Bowl Village here.

Check out the Map of Super...


Fun Times in Indianapolis for Super Bowl

SUPER BOWL XLVI in Indianapolis

Unless you’ve been hiding under a rock, you should know that Indianapolis will be the host city of Super Bowl XLVI (46). On Sunday, February 5, 2012 Lucas Oil Stadium will be filled to the brim with eager fans cheering on the New England Patriots and the New York Giants. This is the first time Indianapolis has ever hosted a Super Bowl and we couldn’t be more excited! A plethora of fanfare surrounding this epic event awaits all Central Indiana football fans. Even if you don’t love football, you will love all of the happenings around town leading up to the big game.

GET YOUR SUPER BOWL XLVI OFFICIAL VISITORS GUIDE HERE

SUPER BOWL HAPPENINGS THIS WEEK ~ MONDAY 1/23 – SUNDAY...


Fall Out From the First Time Homebuyers Credit

Stimulus  - something that rouses or incites to activity: as a : incentive b : stimulant

Cost of Selling Your HomeThe first time homebuyer credit (stimulus package) offered in 2008-2010 was yet another obstacle to the long term stabilization of the real estate market. As confirmed by the definition of the word stimulus, it was a plan to incentivize and stimulate a down market  - to rouse or incite activity and that it did. The goal was accomplished, even if for the short term. I often wonder, does the government have a long term goal for stabilization or just a bunch of short term incentives? That's a topic for another day.

Granted, I know it's not an easy fix, but have long beleived the never ending changes and...


Grant Park Condos for Sale in Parks at Prestwick - Avon Indiana

The condos at Grant Park in the Parks at Prestwick community in Avon Indiana are now for sale!

*Grant Park is a maintenace free community of attached patio homes. Neighborhood amenities include a pool, park, playground, basketball, walking trails and a nature area. 

Five beautifully upgraded model homes are ready for move-in and eight additional homes can be purchased and finished the way you want.

The Model Homes:

Grant Park Condo in Parks at Prestwick4340 Cairo WayThis is a one and a half story home with two bedrooms and two baths on the main level. The upstairs...


4342 Cairo Way, Avon Indiana Condo - Parks at Prestwick

Parks at Prestwick Condo in Avon


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Indianapolis Places to Visit This Week

       Picks of the week ~ 1/16 – 1/22/2012


After two whole weeks of keeping your New Year resolutions, reward yourself with a pleasurable outing!  Here are our top picks for Central Indiana happenings this week.  

1/16 MONDAY ~ FREE ADMISSION DAY, INDIANA HISTORY CENTER
In celebration of the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. the Indiana History Center will be offering free admission, films about Dr. King’s life and the Civil Rights era and a special themed craft.   

1/16 MONDAY ~ FREE ADMISSION DAY, CONNER PRARIE
In celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the park will be open to the public from 10am until 5pm, free of charge.  Bring a canned good to support Third Phase, Hamilton County.  Conner Prairie

1/16 MONDAY ~ FREE ADMISSION DAY,...


We've Moved!


Sycamore Group Associates Carmel IndianapolisA New Year, a new broker! The Home to Indy Team is excited to announce our affiliation with Sycamore Group Associates in Carmel - Indianapolis. This move was a natural extension of our dedication to client care combined with our commitment to the use of technology in providing the highest level of real estate services our clients expect. Sycamore Group is a local brokerage with an exceptional reputation within the community. 

Changing your business address is much like changing your home address. A bit of planning made for an easy transition for both us and our clients. Just like buying a new home, we will be making some...


5 Reasons You Should Not Buy a Home

Home for Sale in IndianapolisBuying a home is a major investment and one that should not be taken lightly. I know it’s not common to have a Realtor give you reasons why you should not own a home, but, there are times when buying a home is not the best financial decision.

Lack of Job Security or Possible Relocation.

There are costs involved in buying and selling a home that would be difficult to recoup in a short period of time. If it takes two incomes to qualify and both wage earners don’t have job security, you may want to wait to buy or look at buying a lower priced home.

If you may be relocating within a few years and don’t have the luxury of a corporate paid relocation, you should consider renting.

Major Life Changes

I see people leap before they...


Indianapolis Events for New Years 12-26 through 1-1-2012

                          Happy New Year!

                                              Picks of the week ~ 12/26 – 1/1/2012

Happy New Year, Central Indiana!  Has the hustle and bustle left you with nothing but torn paper, half-eaten goodies and pine needles stuck in the carpet?  Never fear, we have a cure for your after-holiday blues!  Here are our top picks to help you wrap up the old and ring in the new!  

12/26 MONDAY – 12/31 SATURDAY ~ YMCA FREE ADMISSION WEEK 

Give your new year’s resolution a jump start with free admission all week to all Greater Indianapolis, Marion County...


Occupy Movement Focuses On Foreclosures

Earlier this month, the Occupy Movement called for a nationwide day of action called 'Occupy Our Homes.' The movement has been protesting across the entire country on foreclosure, unemployment, massive pay gaps between the highest-paid and lowest-paid in America, and more. In 25 cities, including Los Angeles, Oakland, Minneapolis, Denver, New York, Miami, Atlanta and others, hundreds of foreclosed homes were occupied by the former owners and Occupy protesters.

Occupying these foreclosed home is just the latest step taken by the Occupy Movement. It has now migrated from city parks to actual neighborhoods and their foreclosed, abandoned homes. According to RealtyTrac, one of the largest companies that track foreclosures, housing auctions and bank owned homes, approximately 1.38 million U.S. Homes are in the foreclosure process.

Art de los Santos, of Riverside, was foreclosed...


A Christmas Gift to Honor my Friend - The Caulk Memorial Project

I wish we could put up some of the Christmas spirit in jars and open a jar of it every month....Harlan Miller

Christmas is a special time of year. There's a spirit of love, kindness and giving in the hearts of men. What would it be like to capture that special spirit throughout the year? While it may seem an impossibility, I believe it is truly the sentiment behind the reason we give gifts. There are many gifts throughout my home which represent a special memory from Christmas' gone by, given from the heart of one who loves me. I treasure these gifts, but more importantly, the memories.

This year, I want to help pass on a forever gift to someone dear to me, in memory of those she loves. I am honored to participate in the Caulk Memorial Project - a gift for the Caulk Family.

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Appraisal Required Repairs for Your Home

Home RepairYou have picked the perfect home, completed the general inspection and the appraisal; you are ready to move in. Then you find out, in order for the home to qualify for an FHA loan, there are appraisal required repairs. 

Appraisal called repairs are repairs bnecessary to complete the financing of your home. This list is not comprehensive, but a few of the known defects appraisers may call.

Need A Termite Inspection? Although you will probably want a wood destroying pest inspection, you may be required to have a termite inspection. In some states, where termites are prevalent, this may be required for VA and FHA loans. A pest inspector will go the property and inspect it for any visible signs of termites. If there are no issues he will sign off...


Looking for the Best Decorated Holiday Homes in Indianapolis

Home Decorated for the HolidaysWe are on the hunt for the best decorated Holiday homes in Indianapolis  - so let us know in the comments the 'must see' Holiday homes. Next week we'll put up a map and a poll where you can vote for the best decorated home.  

The following is from a friend of mine who shares about their family tradition of finding 'the' house. The home she is talking about, shown in the video, is no longer decorated for the Holidays, so we're looking for your opinion of the best decorated home in the Indianapolis area. Send us pictures if you want; we'll post them here!

OUR FAVORITE FAMILY CHRISTMAS OUTING ~ THE CHRISTMAS HOUSE

Our favorite family...


Holiday Activities for the Entire Family December 12 - 18, 2011

                     Picks of the week ~ 12/12 – 12/18/11

Bundle up the kiddos and pile in the car!  There’s an unlimited number of holiday events for kids and families in Central Indiana this week.  These are just our favorite picks.  So, drop the tinsel and lights, don’t forget your mittens and stop kicking your little brother – it’s time for a family outing!  (Don’t make me stop this blog!)

                        

12/12 MONDAY – 12/15 THURSDAY ~ SANTA’S MAILBOX

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