Ringing and Singing with New Member Shane Cato from Conway, Arkansas       One of the “gifts” of being an Ambassador is having the opportunity to greet NEW MEMBERS. This time I called SHANE CATO from Conway, Arkansas.     I must admit, I didn't know exactly where Conway was before I checked the map.     As you see, Conway is just north of Little Rock.     The cities highlighed illustrate the wide range of homes that Shane covers for Buyers and Sellers.     On Shane’s Profile page, he offers the most inviting introduction of all - a video!   Conway, Arkansas calls itself the "City of Colleges.                          Many other interesting options are available in Conway. For over a decade, a group of parents sponsored and ran a baseball league for special-needs children. Starting in 20... 01/27/2015

With Interest Rates Low, and good deals on the Market. Why are the buyers waiting? After talking with some of my potential clients about purchasing their first home, i have heard some startling objectins to why they are hesitant to purchase a home?  Buyer: The media says we are still in a slight recession and i just dont think purchasing a house is right for us at this time. YourExitRealtor: Now is the perfect time to purchase your first home, Interest rates are at a Historical LOW! I have had clients lock in at 4.00% we haven't seen rates that low in decades.... Housing prices... sellers need to move there houses, so they are dropping the prices to get them sold.... i saw a house sell for $16K under market value yesterday and it wasn't a foreclosure or short sale... Summary... Rates ar... 01/14/2011

December 28, 2010 Economic and Housing Outlooks Brighten for 2011   RISMEDIA, December 28, 2010-Improvements in consumer spending and consumer confidence, increased demand for goods and services, and falling unemployment claims are all positive factors for a brighter outlook as we move into 2011, according to the December 2010 Economic Outlook released today by Fannie Mae's (OTC Bulletin Board: FNMA) Economics & Mortgage Market Analysis Group. Downside risks still exist, however, including a weaker than expected employment report, the ongoing economic turmoil in Europe, and potential inflation problems in China.   For 2011, forecasted growth was upgraded from 2.9 percent to 3.4 percent based on the positives in the recent reports. The forecast anticipates improving labor market conditio... 01/14/2011

Nearly 80% of Americans Still Believe Buying a Home Makes Good Financial Sense Nearly Eight in 10 Americans Still Believe Buying a Home Makes Good Financial Sense RISMEDIA, October 15, 2010-Nearly eight out of 10 respondents believe buying a home is a good financial decision, despite ongoing challenges with the economy and housing market. That's according to the 2010 National Housing Pulse Survey, an annual report released by the National Association of Realtors. The survey, which measures how affordable housing issues affect consumers, also found job security concerns to be the highest in eight years of sampling, with 70% of Americans saying that job layoffs and unemployment are a big problem in their area; eight in 10 cite these issues as a barrier to homeownership. "The real issue fa... 11/03/2010

I just wanted to let you know what my past clients have said about me in the recent months. I promise to provide 100% customer service... I look forward to hearing from you soon. www.YourExitRealtor.com "Blake made the sale of our first home a comfortable experience.  He made us feel more like friends than clients.  Since this was the first home we ever sold, we had many questions and concerns.  Blake was available day and night to put us at ease and to show us any house we wanted to see.   He was a joy to work with.  I would recommend Blake to anyone looking to buy or sell a home." Chris and Kristy Bentley   "As first time homebuyers, we had no idea what to expect when purchasing a home. Selecting Blake Roussel from Exit Realty Select as our realtor was the best decision we could have ... 11/03/2010

Many people living in Conway, AR rent their homes. I have always asked them why do you just throw money away? The answer i get time and time again is, "i can't afforda a house, or i don't want to spend that much money a month." Well folks her is the answer to them. Renting a 1200 square foot home in Conway, AR cost the tenant any where from $750-$900 each month. That is money that is being thrown down the drain... A 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home in Conway, AR, that is 10 years old, has a market price of around $110,000.00. With a 30 year FHA fixed Rate mortgage at 4.5% interest (taxes, insuance, and PMI included in the payment) would run a home owner around $775.00 a month..   Benifits of owning your own home: 1. You can deduct the interest and property taxes on your tax return.           ... 11/03/2010

It's definitely starting to be the time when buying Real Estate Leads in the Conway area is the correct thing to do. We have seen a large increase in people moving to the area, which will only increase through the spring and into summer months. We are witnessing a huge increase in the amount of prospective home buyers that have contacted us just in the last few months. These people are contacting us requesting information on relocating to the area, or want more information in a possible home purchase. We do need a Realtor to assist these prospective home buyers. Most of these families and individuals are out-of-state buyers, and do need help! Kindly call us at (800) 900-2807 to learn how we can bring you 10 - 25 potential home buyers every month for the Conway, Arkansas area. Or visit ... 04/07/2010

I finally stopped everything and jumped right into Top Producer 8i. Definitely go through the online video training about setup. There are some very needed changes to your browser, but simple. After about 30 minutes I am enjoying the ease of navagating and getting use to the new layout. I believe my favorite currently is the Stats layout under Contacts. I think this is going to be a fun ride... Go ahead...Take the Plunge... Susan Ralls, Broker/Owner, e-PRO, PMN 07/15/2008

If you're selling or transferring ownership of a home a Level 2 Chimney Inspection is recommended by the CSIA (Chimney Safety Institute of America) and NFPA (National Fire Protection Association). If you've never visited www.csia.org , I recommend everyone to review this website as soon as possible, and please take the time to watch the online tutorials on inspections and sweeping. A fireplace can be the most dangerous appliance in a home if not properly maintained. The reason I have this knowledge...I am the mother of a Certified Chimney Sweep. Susan Ralls, Broker/Owner, e-PRO, PMN 07/10/2008

I am so proud that I attended the Press Conference Thursday, June 19, 2008, at the University of Central Arkansas to announce Hewlett Packard to open a $28 million Customer Service and Technical Support Center in Conway creating up to 1,200 new jobs. It was a packed house and I know HP was very impressed with the turn out of support. A big THANKS and CONGRATS to all who helped make this fantastic opportunity come true for Conway and the state of Arkansas. Susan Ralls, Broker/Owner, e-PRO, PMN www.PinwheelRealEstate.com 06/20/2008

Crye-Leike's Conway AR Realtors participated along with the Nursing Home Gift Fund of Faulkner County by delivering gifts to the Heritage Living Center of Conway. The residents received an assortment of practical gifts. Heritage Living Center is one of the largest facilities in Faulkner County. Crye-Leike Realtor, Janet Tobias, spearheaded the effort from the Conway Office. Janet has served the Gift Fund for five years and is currently Board Secretary. A collection box was placed in the sales office and sales associates responded with donations. During the Annual Holiday Party, Crye-Leike Associates presented each resident with a gift of something they needed or had specifically requested. Working along with the Nursing Home Gift Fund of Faulkner County, Crye-Leike Associates joined in ... 12/26/2007

What do you get when you combine a small town with a very progressive city government, three colleges, four interchanges with a major interstate, and the largest community fair in the state?  The 55,000 people that live in Conway call this "Home'. The Houston based magazine "Where to Retire" recently named Conway in their top 5 places to retire.So what's happening in Conway that makes it so special?  Learn more about Conway's local economyLearn more about education in Conway, Arkansas Find fun things to do in ConwayThe downtown area of Conway has always been quaint, clean, and a great place to shop for jewelry, antiques, or just walking around and relaxing.  The recent renovated downtown area with its 1920's style street lights is one example of the nostalgic atmosphere. There is also a... 07/15/2007

Conway offers fun for the kid in all of us.  There are country clubs, golf courses, tennis, pool, parks, and restaurants.   There are two multi-screen movie theaters, museums, roller rinks, good restaurants, shopping, and all sorts of sports and outdoor activities.  We are also only 35 miles north of Little Rock which has museums, minor league baseball teams, ice skating rinks, theaters, and other cultural activities.   Take a short car or motorcycle ride out of town and see some of the most beautiful views of mountains, rivers, or farm land.Toad Suck Daze - Fun for the whole family with special events for kids but all the events are family fun.  What is "Toadsuck?"  It is a three day family festival held in May each year, that brings nationally known entertainment, amusement rides, foo... 07/13/2007

Moving to Conway Arkansas? Here's some information about schools in the area.EDUCATION IN CONWAYSchools in Conway have some of the highest education district scores in Arkansas. Find more about Conway Public Schools.Conway Christian School offers K-12 private education.St. Joseph's also offers private education programs fro K-12What about Colleges? High school graduates don't have to travel far as Conway is called the City of Colleges for three good reasons.  The University of Central Arkansas which just celebrated its 100th anniversary has 12,300 students. Hendrix College is a private liberal arts school with 1,100 students. Central Baptist College has over 500 students.Real Estate in Conway Arkansas Conway, Arkansas Real EstateConway, Arkansas Homes for Sale  07/12/2007

If you are moving to Conway Arkansas, you may be interested to know a few facts about the local economy. Retail revenue doubled in 10 years from $500k to $1.1 billion (1996-2006) Conway Commons includes shopping with Kohl's, Belk's, Target, Best Buys, Old Navy, Home Depot, Kirkland's, & TJ Max.   Diverse employment with high tech companies like Acxiom, manufacturing such as Snap-on, Kimberly Clark, Rock Ten, IC Corporation, and Virco. Finance companies include American Management Corporation, and Home Bank. Service companies include Conway Corporation, Nabholz.   In the northern part of Faulkner county (which is the county Conway is in) there natural gas excavation that is projected to add 9,600 jobs and 5.5 million dollars increase to the economy as a result.More Conway Resources:City ... 07/11/2007

Ever heard the phrase ... the numbers don't lie?  Well, it's true.  No matter how hard we wish it weren't the case.After reviewing the stats from the first quarter of this year for Faulkner County, AR, as compared to the first quarter last year, it has become apparent that our local market has slowed some.  It took our market a little longer than the east and west coasts, but it seems we are always behind in everything that affects them ... good or bad.The numbers show that it is taking longer for homes to sell ... no big surprise there!  Anyone who regularly drives on the streets locally will likely have been passing a property with a REALTOR sign in the yard and it's been there for a long time now.It's not that they're not selling .. it's just taking longer to sell.  So, if you are a ... 05/31/2007