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Happy July 4th Noblesville, IN!   Yes it’s that time of year for Red, White, & Blue fireworks celebrations.   It is time to be proud to be an American.   It is time to remember those military personnel that have served this country in addition to those who are serving right now and not able to be with families this holiday weekend. Without the strength of courage from these individuals, we would not be celebrating the freedoms that we have today.   So as you gather at family picnics, BBQs, community events, fireworks extravaganza’s, please take a moment of reverent thought for our military.   We are so proud of you, we are so grateful that we all believe in America and for what it stands.

Following is a list of  the local fireworks celebrations:

Noblesville Fireworks Festival is July 4th beginning at 5pm with the Parade.   Festival activities will be located in the Noblesville HS parking lot and will run from 6-10pm.   A long time favorite, the Car Show, is from 6-7pm.   And of course Fireworks will begin at 10pm.  

Lights over Morse Lake has a full day of activities planned for July 4th including the Parade at 10am, followed by a soccer tournament, kids carnival, music festival and last but not least Fireworks!   Fireworks will begin in Cicero just after dark.

There’s allways CarmelFest in Carmel IN as well.   This 2-day event is chock full of entertainment,  great food, demonstrations, vendor booths, and the  KidZone.    Speaking of  the KidZone, I will be volunteering from 6-9pm on the 4th.   We had a great day on July 3rd  and even though it was “hot”, a great time was had by all!   The KidZone will be buzzing with new attractions, pony rides, games/prizes, and an expanded entertainment stage.    Check out CarmelFest on FB…current facts and games (with prizes being awarded like KidZone tickets!), and answers to all your CarmelFest questions.   Parade starts at 10:30, festival activities are from 12-10pm and the Fireworks display at 9:45pm!   Be sure to come and top by to see me!

Be Safe Everyone and have a Happy July 4th!

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It’s that time of year again in Noblesville, Indiana, when local Farmers’ Markets become the “thing” to do on Saturday mornings.   The Noblesville Farmers Market is Hamilton County’s oldest Farmers Market and is held every Saturday 8am to 12:30pm from May 21st through October 29th.   Choose from a selection of locally grown fruits and vegetables, plants, handcrafted goodies, jewelry, food and much more!   The market is held rain or shine and is located in the Riverview Hospital overflow parking lot (i.e., east of Riverview Hospital on the south side of SR32/Conner Street).

Make plans this Memorial Day weekend to visit the Noblesville Farmers Market and pick up some fresh produce to enjoy during your holiday celebrations!   Hmmm…fresh corn on the cob hot off your grill sounds absolutely scumptious!!!

To participate as a vendor or for more information, contact Noblesville Main Street at 317-776-0205.

Other Area Farmers Markets:

• Carmel – Carmel Center Green located just South of the Palladium (May 21st-Oct 2nd; Saturdays 8am to 11:30am)
• Fishers – 11601 Municipal Drive, Fishers (May 28th-Sept 24; Saturdays 8am to 12noon)
• Zionsville – Hawthorne & Main Streets (Jun 2nd-Sept 29th; Saturdays 7:30am to 10:30am)

And as always, if you or someone you know is wanting to buy, sell or build, think of this  Noblesville Realtor who would be happy to  help you find a home for sale in Noblesville or any of the surrounding areas.   Simply call or email me to discuss your needs and set up a Buyer Consultation Meeting.

Have a wonderful and safe Memorial Day weekend!

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For Noblesville, IN residents living on the West side of town, drive times will be getting a little longer come May 9th if they are accustomed to traveling through the intersection of SR38 and Little Chicago Road. The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) will begin work on the reconstruction of this heavily traveled intersection May 9, 2011.

The project scope includes raising the elevation of the intersection by approximately 11 feet, construction of a new bridge over Sly Run, and the addition of a new traffic signal, new left-hand turn lanes and through lanes. The current signal operates on 4 independent phases, moving only one direction of traffic at a time.   The new signal will permit simultaneous movement for north-south and east-west traffic.

Project time is 150 days, weather permitting, which would mean middle of October, 2011, for its anticipated completion. The official INDOT Detour will be SR32 for SR38.   Improved safety and efficiency will be the end result of this project.

In conjunction with the INDOT project, the City of Noblesville will begin its work to finish the remaining four-lane improvements on Little Chicago Road.   The affected area encompasses approximately 1200 feet North of 191st Street to SR38.   This project will also include a roundabout at 191st and Little Chicago Road and new sanitary sewer.   The intent is for the closure/duration of the City’s project to match INDOT’s timeline.   Local access will only be maintained from the South for the existing homes and the dentist office along Little Chicago Road.   Mill Creek Road and Moontown Road will be used as the local detours.

For more information about the project, contact the Noblesville Department of Engineering at 317-776-6330.

One of the best decisions made in this Noblesville Real Estate Agent’s opinion has been the four-lane improvement projects on Little Chicago and Hazel Dell Parkway easily connecting Noblesville to Carmel to Indianapolis.   While the road closures and lane restrictions have been (and will be) a hassle at times…in the end they have been well worth it, resulting in easier commutes, streamlined traffic flow, and beautification of our City with tree-lined parkways and walking trails.

All of this enhances our ability to attract new residents to Noblesville, IN.   If you or someone you know is wanting to buy, sell or build, think of this  Noblesville Real Estate Agent who would be happy to  help locate a home for sale in Noblesville or any of the surrounding areas.   Noblesville…a great place to call HOME!

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Homes SOLD in the Noblesville Real Estate market for Q1/2011  totalled  156 compared to  189 in Q1/2010; approximately a 17% decrease.   By looking at the chart, you can see that home sales were consistent January and February 2011, with March ending strong with 64 closed transactions.   In 2010, sales January through March steadily increased, probably resultant of the  $8,000 First Time Home Buyer Tax Credit Incentive.  

The highest priced home sold in 2011 was $802,000 (229.21 SP/SF); the average sales price being $166,650 (75.46 SP/SF).   The average DOM (days on market) in 2011 is currently 113 compared to 88 in 2010.   This may start going down with increased buying activity.   It certainly seems to this Noblesville Realtor that homes are starting to move quickly!  

When looking at the various price points, strongest markets are still in the “under 350k” range.    A total of 146 SOLDS in 2011 vs. 172 in 2010 represent the under $350,000 Buyer(s).   These are typically first time home buyers, first-time move-up buyers, and empty nesters.   Only 10 SOLDS  in 2011 and 17 in 2010 in the “over 350k” range.   Tough selling custom, high-end luxury homes…but it can be done!  

One very notable statistic is that 40% of the homes sold in Q1/11 have been “distressed” properties as compared to 24% last year.   The first time home buyer tax credit  may have steered potential buyers AWAY from these types of sales in 2010 because of the uncertainty of “closing dates” and a program requirement of a 6/30/10 close date.   This was later  extended to 9/30/10 but it would have had an impact on Q1 numbers.   This statistic could also mean there are just more “distressed” properties on the market in 2011 and Buyers are more patient in hopes of getting a “great deal”.

Neighborhoods that saw the most activity in Noblesville during the First Quarter were Arbor Grove, The Meadows, North Harbour, Mill Grove, Fairfield Farms and Pine Knoll…ranging between 5-7 homes per neighborhood that SOLD.  

If you are a seller, it is definitely possible to sell your home in this market if well maintained, staged properly and priced right. Sellers need to be realistic, however, as today’s market is very different from years past.    Buyers have a lot of inventory to choose from, they’re picky and they’re knowledgeable of the market.   If you’re a buyer, now is the time to ACT!   Interest rates will be going up and the real “gems” are getting snatched up quickly.   It’s important to work with an experienced Realtor and I’m here to help!

Note:   All numbers were compiled from data in MIBOR™s BLC Listing Service (formerly known as the MLS).   MIBOR is the abbreviation for Metropolitan Indianapolis Board of Realtors.

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It is time once again for our annual Easter Egg Hunt – April 23rd from 10-12noon!   The Easter Bunny will be hiding eggs at the Keller Williams office located at 11800 Exit 5 Parkway, Fishers IN   46037 (i.e.,  EAST of I69 & NORTH of 116th Street off of Exit 5).   An empty field will be transformed into an “egg hunt delight” for the kids. Each child can collect one of each of the different colors of eggs…then they can exchange them for prizes!

There’s lots of other FREE activities for the kids too  including a cake walk, bounce house, magician,  balloon twisters and face painters. This event is hosted by The Marchant Team; helping those making a move in Noblesville Real Estate as well as all of Hamilton County!

A photographer will be on hand to get that great shot of your child with our Easter Bunny  too!  We hope to see you there.    Remember our egg hunt goes all morning so come anytime from 10-12noon to find your eggs,  prizes and have an eggs-tra special  FUN time!!!

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I love living in Noblesville this time of year.    Fall is such a beautiful and  FUN time! The leaves are turning, it’s getting cooler, and the Noblesville Real Estate scene is sporting its Halloween decorations throughout the town!   Whether you have children or not, here are some local Halloween events you might want to know about.

Now through 10/31/10 @ Stonycreek Farms’ Annual Pumpkin Festival.   This is always a fun activity riding out to the pumpkin patch and picking out a special pumpkin or two or three!   Check out the Stonycreek Farms website for a complete schedule of events and activities. Stonycreek Farms is located at 11366 State Road 38 East, Noblesville.  Phone 317-773-3344.

Sunday, 10/24/10 & Saturday, 10/30/10 the Pumpkin Train will offer departures from Hobbs Station/Forest Park in Noblesville @ 9:30am, 11am, 12:30pm and 2pm.   The ITM (Indiana Transportation Museum), the Hamilton Heights FFA and Beck™s Hybrids sponsor the event.  Visitors are transported to the pumpkin patch on an historic train operated by ITM.  RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. Contact  www.itm.org or 317-773-6000.

Friday, 10/29/10 from 6:30-8:30pm @ Forest Park Inn – FREE Family Community Halloween Party.   Join Noblesville Parks and the Hamilton County Council on Alcohol and Other Drugs for a fun evening.   Wear your Halloween costume, enjoy games, entertainment and outdoor activities.   Phone 317-776-6350.

Saturday, 10/30/10 from 8-12:30pm – Farmers Market Fall Festival.   This is the final Farmers Market of the season and will include pumpkin carving and decorating, games and more.   Located east of Riverview Hospital at 395 Westfield Road, Noblesville.   Call 317-776-0205.

Sunday, 10/31/10 from 5-8pm –  ”Noblesville Trick or Treat“.

Sunday, 10/31/10 from 6-8:30pm is the FIRST “Safe Night on the Square”  at the Old Courthouse Square/Downtown Noblesville.   Children will have a chance to visit with Noblesville police officers,  firemen, and Hamilton County sheriff’s deputies. In addition, Batman, the Batmobile, and the Superman SUV will be there. DJ playing spooky music to set the theme and a costume contest.   Members of the Indiana Freedom Cruzers will be handing out candy during the event…bring canned food for candy!   Phone 317-773-4077.

And before hitting the streets for your night of Halloween “Trick or Treating” fun, be sure to go over your Halloween Safety Tips!

And as always, if you or someone you know is wanting to buy, sell or build, think of this  Noblesville Realtor who would be happy to  help you find a home for sale in Noblesville or any of the surrounding areas.   Simply call or email me to discuss your needs and set up a Buyer Consultation Meeting.    

Have a safe and FUN Halloween…Let’s make this a Happy Fall Season!

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Second quarter Noblesville Real Estate stats show a total of 303 homes sold in Q2/2010 versus 235 homes sold in Q2/2009 – a 29% increase.   Certainly the extended First Time Home Buyers $8000 Tax Credit and the $6500 Repeat Home Buyers Tax Credit  had a lot to do with the increase.   Home purchases had to  be under contract by 4/30/10 but closing could occur up to 6/30/10 (which later was extended to 9/30/10). As a footnote, it will be interesting to see Q3 stats and how they were affected by the push for home sales in Q2.

In the second chart, you™ll see that  SOLDS for  the under $150,000  market were identical at 132 each year; a significant increase in the  $150,000-$350,000 markets; and  comparable numbers  in the over $350,000 price point with 14 and 18 SOLDS  respectively.   Higher price points are  STILL struggling with only 6% of the Total Sales being from this group. The inventory is out there and interest rates are at their lowest in 60 years, so it’s a great time to check out the opportunities in the higher end market.

Because Short Sales and Bank-Owned properties are still very prevalent,  it should be noted that there were a total of 51 SOLDS in both Q2/2009 and Q2/2010.

Remember that these properties  are categorized  as  bankowned, foreclosure, HUD-owned,  possible short sale, preforeclosure,  or VA-owned (all  forms of  distressed properties).  

Currently there are  488 SOLDS/YTD in 2010 as compared to 405 SOLDS/YTD in  2009.   It it a great time to buy as there  is plenty of inventory (traditional resale, distressed properties and new construction).  

There is also a First Time Home Buyer Tax Credit still available for Military personnel through April 30, 2011 (subject to IRS guidelines). So whatever you™re looking for, call on this Noblesville Realtor and her expertise in Noblesville and all of Hamilton County to help you make your next MOVE!

Note:   All numbers were compiled from data in MIBOR™s BLC Listing Service (formerly known as the MLS).   MIBOR is the abbreviation for Metropolitan Indianapolis Board of Realtors.

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It’s summertime in Noblesville, Indiana, and as always there’s lots to do!   Whether it’s balloon rides, canoe rides or train rides…we’ve got it here in Noblesville & Hamilton County…a GREAT place to live!   Here is a  recap of some of the FUN events planned for June:

Noblesville Summer Concert Series:

• Thursdays June 3 through July 29 from 7 to 9pm
• Various locations throughout the City of Noblesville
• www.cityofnoblesville.org/parks or call 317-776-6350  

Jazz Squared:

• Fridays June 11 & 25; July 9 & 23; August 6 & 20
• Historic Noblesville Square from 6:30 to 9:30pm each Friday
• www.destinationnoblesville.com or call 317-776-0205

Noblesville Arts Outdoor Concert:

• Sundays July 11th through August 29th from  6:30 to 7:30pm
• Seminary Park located just Southeast of the downtown Square
• www.noblesvillearts.org or call 317-877-6189

Verizon Wireless Music Center:

• June 17th – Brooks & Dunn, 8pm
• June 18-19th – Dave Matthews Band,  7pm
• Verizon Wireless Music Center just West of I-69 & Exit 10/Nobl
• www.livenation.com or call 877-598-8703

Dinner or a Movie Train:

• June 16th & 30th from 6 to 9:45pm
• Departs Forest Park in Noblesville
• www.ITM.org or call 317-773-6000

Family Fun at the Farm:

• June 4-6, 11-13, 18-20 & 25-27 from 10am to 5pm
• Stoneycreek Farm Nursery  off of SR38 east of town
• www.stonycreekfarm.net or call 317-773-3344

Guys & Dolls – Musical:

• June 11-13 & 18-20; Fridays & Saturdays 8pm; Sundays 2pm
• Belfry Theatre, Greenfield Avenue in Noblesville
• www.IBelfry.org or call 317-773-1085

Pizza PLUS Express:

• June 19th & 26th from 5 to 8:15pm
• Departs from Forest Park in Noblesville
• www.ITM.org or call 317-773-6000

Dinner in the Diner:

• June 12th from 5 to 8:15pm
• Departs from Forest Park in Noblesville
• www.ITM.org or call 317-773-6000

Noblesville Summer Movie Series:

• June 12th & 26th starting at 8:30pm
• Historic Noblesville Square
• www.destinationnoblesville.com  or call 317-776-0205

Father’s Day Car Show:

• June 20th from 9 to 3pm
• Forest Park in Noblesville
• www.cityofnoblesville.org/parks or call 317-776-6350

Noblesville First Fridays:

• June 4th, July2nd, August 6th from 5 to 8pm
• Historic Noblesville Square
• Theme for June is “On the River on the Square!”

A local favorite among all residents of Hamilton County are  ”farmer’s markets”.   The Noblesville Farmer’s Market is held every Saturday  through September 25th from 8am to 12:30pm.   The market is located on the South side of Conner Street just East of the Conner Street bridge. Select quality produce and products as well as enjoy the works of  Hamilton County Artists and Musicians.

Several other  great ways to stay INFORMED…

The œSummer Events Line  provided by the City of Noblesville is 317-770-2020 and offers pre-recorded information about upcoming events with  one quick phone  call!  

A couple of great websites provided by the Hamilton County Convention and Visitors Bureau are  www.ChowTownIndiana.com and www.8GreatTowns.com. These websites  invite you to learn not only about the “happenings in Noblesville” but in all  8 great towns in Hamilton County;  your 1  destination for town squares and urban flair in Indiana.

Whether it’s canoe rides, train rides, summer concerts, or getting ice cream and iced coffees  ”On The Square”…hope your Summer gets off to a GREAT start!   ENJOY!

If you are thinking about buying or selling a Noblesville home, or “relocating” in or out of the area, be sure to contact this Noblesville Realtor.   Our team of dedicated and experienced women SOLD just over $24 million in 2009 with a sales price to list price ratio of 97%.   We’re dedicated to getting the job done right for You!

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The Noblesville Real Estate Q1/2010 results are in!   The total number of homes SOLD in each Q1/09 and Q1/10 were  169…WOW the same…that’s interesting! In Q1/08 there were 201 homes SOLD so a rather large decline in home sales from Q1/08 in comparisom to Q1 results for both 2009 and 2010.  

Average SP in 2009 was $168,654 vs. $174,226 in 2010.   Price per Square Foot in Q1/09 was  $76/SF compared to $80/SF in Q1/10.   Last, Days on Market (DOM) were  107 vs.  91.   Some positive signs here even though they are slight.   It is this Noblesville Realtor’s opinion that the jump in sales from January 2010 to the end of the quarter is a direct reflection of the extended First Time Home Buyers $8000 Tax Credit and the $6500 Repeat Home Buyers Tax Credit.

In the second chart, you™ll see that the numbers are comparable for SOLDS over $350,000 with 17 and 16 SOLDS in each year respectively.   Higher price points are  STILL struggling, however, with the over $350,000 market representing only 10% and 9% of Total Sales.

SOLDS for both the under $150,000 and the $150,000-$350,000 markets were almost identical indicating that First Time Home Buyers as well as the Repeat Buyers are taking advantage of the Tax Credits.

Because Short Sales and Bank-Owned properties are still very real in our housing market,  I thought it interesting to look at how many of the Q1 Total SOLDS were  categorized under the search criteria œDisclosures  as  bankowned, foreclosure, HUD-owned,  possible short sale, preforeclosure,  or VA-owned (all  forms of  distressed properties).   Out of  169 Total SOLDS in 2009,  59 or 35% were Distressed properties!   In Q1/2010, 45 out of 169 Total SOLDS or 27% were Distressed.

Encouraging news is that Total Sales has been building momentum in 2010.   Rates are still good and there is plenty of inventory (traditional resale, distressed properties and new construction).   So whatever you’re looking for, call on this Noblesville Realtor and her expertise in Noblesville and all of Hamilton County to help you make your MOVE!

Note:   All numbers were compiled from data in MIBOR™s BLC Listing Service (formerly known as the MLS).   MIBOR is the abbreviation for Metropolitan Indianapolis Board of Realtors.

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While this Noblesville Real Estate blog  typically brings you news on the  usual  Noblesville neighborhood reports, market reports, tips for buyers & sellers, short sales & foreclosures,    I also like to feature FUN  events.

One of those FUN  events is this Saturday, March 27th – it is our annual  Spring Fling hosted by The Marchant Team!   It is our way of showing appreciation to those that have worked with us over the years as well as  do something fun for the local communities we live and work in!   Besides being FREE, there’s lots to do!   There  will be  face painters, a balloon twist person, a bounce house,  cake walk, and of course an Easter Egg Hunt.

The Easter Bunny has also agreed to stop by and be with the children during our event.   We will take pictures and send them to you.

As I said before, this is a FREE event, but we ask that each participant bring a canned good to help with the local food pantry and we also ask that your kids bring their own basket to collect their eggs.   The rules are the same this year as in previous years.   They can find as many eggs as they would like, but they must all be different colors!   They can then trade those eggs for prizes!

You™ll also want to be sure to register when you enter the building; we give away  2 baskets filled  with candy and toys.   We give one to a girl and one to a boy and if you are not at the event when we draw the name, we will deliver it to your  family.

We have the event rain or shine, so if it is raining we move most of the event indoors.   For  times and office location, please email me directly at susant@mibor.net.   We want to be sure we have enough goodies, eggs and helpers for the crowd, so we need to get an idea of the number of people attending.

For those special Easter treats made right here in Noblesville, check out Heavenly Sweets!   And to brighten up that special day with some natural beauty, think of Adriene’s Flowers & Gifts, another Noblesville hometown favorite.   And last, if you want something specially “personalized”, check out this website, PersonalizationMall!

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