Kim Carpenter, Indianapolis Realtor
March 2010

Tips on how to sell your home fast!

March 30, 2010 by kim carpenter · Leave a Comment 

The Indianapolis Monthly recently asked agents to submit listings that sold in 2009 in less than 21 days.  I actually submitted 4 listings that sold within that time frame.  They reviewed the listings and chose one listing in selected areas, choosing my listing at 8450 New London Ct.  They interviewed myself, Joe & Sharon Pressner [...]

Homeowners walking away from their mortgages!

March 24, 2010 by kim carpenter · Leave a Comment 

One in every four homeowners with a mortgage now owes more on that loan than the house is worth. Many are choosing to walk away, they’re choosing to walk away rather than pour money into a home that will take years to regain its value.

Homeowners who are making their payments on time but are on [...]

Changes in Real Estate/finances that affect us all!

March 22, 2010 by kim carpenter · Leave a Comment 

The ever changing real estate market/financial market has some new changes that you should be aware of:

Property Tax Cap – Once again, your vote is needed in November!  Indiana voters will be asked to vote to permanently amend the Indiana Constitution and cap property taxes for homestead properties at 1%, 2% for rental properties and [...]

Tips for a successful home remodeling project

March 15, 2010 by kim carpenter · Leave a Comment 

We all have dreams about what we want our home to look like but it is always a good idea to consult a professional to assist you, they have the expertise and skills to make your dreams a reality while keeping your budget in check!
Are you an HGTV junky?  They make remodeling look so easy [...]

7031 Laredo Drive

7031 Laredo Drive

March 10, 2010 by kim carpenter · Leave a Comment 

www.7031laredodrive.com

Why build? As you enter this 5BR/3BA better than a new home, the spac LR/DR, you feel like you are in a model home w/the neutral decor & upgraded finshes. The kit/brkfst area & soaring 2-story FR, all w/lots of natural light, along w/5BR/In-law qtrs/den w/access to full bath add to the [...]

March Madness has begun!!!

March 4, 2010 by kim carpenter · Leave a Comment 

When you think about March Madness, you typically think about basketball but I am referring to the Spring real estate market!
Lawrence Township
January 2010
184 New Listings
51 Sold Listings
February 2010
242 New Listings with 50% of those being in the $100,000 – $200,000 price range
$1,795,000 Highest priced new listing – 9115 Admirals Bay Drive
83 Sold Listings with [...]

Free Tax Credit Seminar

March 3, 2010 by kim carpenter · Leave a Comment 

FREE TAX CREDIT SEMINAR
Tuesday’s
6:30 PM-7:00 PM 
Held at:
4929 E. 96th St.
Indianapolis, IN 46240
Do you have questions such as:

Who is eligible to claim the tax credit?
What is the definition of a “move-up” or “repeat” homebuyer?
What is the definition of a “first time homebuyer”?
How is [...]

Kim Carpenter, Indianapolis Realtor