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Crystal Mountain Michigan - Northern Michigan real estate listings, Northern Michigan property, Northern Michigan properties, Midwest real estate, Traverse City real estate listing, Traverse City real estate listings, Benzie County real estate listings Midwest and Northern Michigan Real Estate Listings and Properties at Crystal Mountain New Projects Vision 2010 Crystal Quarters Homes & Building Sites Condominiums View Current Listings RCI Vacation Exchange About Benzie County Construction Photos Looking for the perfect northern Michigan resort property? Located in Benzie County, not far from Traverse City, Michigan, Crystal Mountain has a number of northern Michigan real estate listings ranging from hotel rooms and condominiums to resort homes and northern Michigan building sites to suit your needs. Below is a list, by category, of all northern Michigan real estate properties currently available through Crystal Mountain Realty. For more information, contact us by e-mailing us at properties@crystalmountain.com , or by calling us at (800) 968-2911. Hotel Suites Condominiums Townhomes Cottages Homes Building Sites Hotel Suites Offered At: $109,900.00 COLONYSTUDIO #160 : Popular studio unit at the base of the slopes adjacent to Kinlochen Lodge. First floor unit on slopeside, whirlpool tub, fully furnished. Excellent rental history makes this an affordable four-season retreat. click for larger/additional photos Offered At: $112,900.00 COLONY STUDIO #256 : Popular studio unit at the base of the slopes adjacent to Kinlochen Lodge. Second floor on slopeside, whirlpool tub, 2 queen beds, fully furnished. Excellent rental history makes this an affordable four-season retreat. Completely remodeled in 2004 with lodge-style dcor. click for larger/additional photos Offered At: $121,900.00 HAMLET STUDIO #144 : Popular Hamlet studio unit enjoys first floor convenience and is just steps away from the slopes, pools, golf pro-shop, restaurants and future village center at Crystal Mountain. Fully furnished and completely renovated in 2002. Double whirlpool, 2 queen beds, convenient kitchenette, small outside deck and excellent rental history are but a few of its outstanding features. click for larger/additional photos Offered At: $129,900.00 HAMLET STUDIO #174 : At the base of the slopes, this popular studio offers easy access to all resort amenities and has recently had extensive interior renovation. Kitchenette, whirlpool, fully furnished and an attractive rental history. Adjacent to future village center. click for larger/additional photos Offered At: $129,900.00 HAMLET STUDIO #248 : Central location makes this suite a favorite accommodation of resort guests year round. Excellent rentals, fully furnished & completely remodeled. Double whirlpool, two queen beds, kitchenette and heat/ac unit. click for larger/additional photos Offered At: $132,900.00 HAMLET STUDIO #249 : In the center of everything! This popular studio unit offers wonderful ski slope views and and is just steps away from the slopes, pools, golf pro-shop, restaurants and future village center. Fully furnished, double whirlpool, two queen beds, convenient kitchenette, small outside deck and an excellent rental history. Sale also includes initiation fee into Four Seasons Club at the basic level. click for larger/additional photos Offered At: $132,900.00 HAMLET STUDIO #349 : Popular Hamlet studio unit enjoys first floor convenience and is just steps away from the slopes, pools, golf pro-shop, restaurants and future village center at Crystal Mountain. Fully furnished and completely renovated in 2002. Double whirlpool, 2 queen beds, convenient kitchenette, small outside deck and excellent rental history are but a few of its outstanding features. click for larger/additional photos Offered At: $137,500.00 HAMLET STUDIO #343 : This suite enjoys one of the best ski slope views and and is just steps away from the slopes, pools, golf pro-shop, restaurants and future village center. Fully furnished, double whirlpool, two queen beds, convenient kitchenette, small outside deck and an excellent rental history. click for larger/additional photos Offered At: $139,900.00 COLONY STUDIO #159 : The perfect getaway for two. This self-contained suite has a full kitchen, queen bed & queen Murphy bed, timbered mantle fireplace, sitting area, and a private bath. The Colony offers maximum convenience due to its location at the base of the slopes and adjacent to Kinlochen which houses Crystals Nordic/golf pro shop and the popular Thistle Pub & Grille. Year round rental appeal. click for larger/additional photos return to top Condominiums Offered At: $112,900.00 KINLOCHEN #340C - 1 BR/1 BA : The most peaceful corner of legendary Kinlochen-Skibo 340C. Very spacious kitchen/living area at the base of the slopes and overlooking Betsie Valleys #18 golf hole! Fireplace, whirlpool, sleeps six. Tuck away to your private, one-bedroom quarter ownership just steps away from Crystal Mountains new water park, the golf course, and the ski slopes-fun for every season. PREMIUM MEMBERSHIP PROPERTY. Includes an ULTIMATE family ski/golf membership! click for larger/additional photos Offered At: $112,900.00 PINEHURST STUDIO #453 : The perfect weekend getaway spot. Studio unit on the 18th fairway. Near the slopes, pools and restaurants. Vaulted ceiling, kitchenette, double whirlpool, and all nicely redecorated in 2003. Excellent rental unit. click for larger/additional photos Offered At: $122,900.00 KINLOCHEN #237D - 1 BR/1 BA : Kellie Castle offers an exciting location for all seasons with its expansive ski slope view and large deck for lounging in the sun. This one-bedroom quarter ownership unit sleeps 6 and features a full kitchen, cut stone fireplace, whirlpool tub, owner's ski locker and is tastefully decorated. Luxurious accommodations and a vacation ownership property that really makes sense. PREMIUM MEMBERSHIP PROPERTY. Includes an ULTIMATE family ski/golf membership! click for larger/additional photos Offered At: $142,900.00 KINLOCHEN #240A - 2 BR/2 BA : Luxurious quarter ownership unit with over 1,250 square feet of living space. This unit features a large great room with radius windows in the living area and a gas fireplace, well-equipped kitchen, private balcony off the master suite and spacious guest bedroom. A premier location in an elegant lodge at the base of the slopes. PREMIUM MEMBERSHIP PROPERTY. Includes an ULTIMATE family ski/golf membership! click for larger/additional photos Offered At: $154,900.00 KINLOCHEN #236A - 3 BR/2 BA : Beautifully furnished quarter ownership condo with a delightful view of the #1 Betsie Valley tee and ski slopes. At the base of the slopes just steps away from pools and resort amenities. Private owner storage, popular rental & RCI property. PREMIUM MEMBERSHIP PROPERTY. Includes an ULTIMATE family ski/golf membership! click for larger/additional photos Offered At: $169,900.00 KINLOCHEN #239C - 3 BR/2 BA : Premier location! This unit enjoys a commanding view of the ski slopes from the living area, bedrooms and balcony. Elegant lodge feeling with features including a full kitchen, fireplace, whirlpool tub and a floor plan for active families. With CQ ownership you can enjoy a week every month forever and this sale includes 2 years of unlimited skiing for your family through the Four Seasons Club. click for larger/additional photos Offered At: $174,900.00 INN AT THE MOUNTAIN #205 - 1 BR/1 BA : This one-bedroom suite is in a great location at the base of the slopes and adjacent to the pools, conference center and main lodge. All units share a cozy fireplace lounge on the main level and laundry on second level. Unit features a private bedroom, wall bed in living room, double whirlpool, kitchenette, fully furnished and redecorated in 2003. Excellent rental history. PREMIUM MEMBERSHIP PROPERTY. Includes an ULTIMATE family ski/golf membership! click for larger/additional photos Offered At: $176,900.00 INN AT THE MOUNTAIN #102 - 1 BR/1 BA : An ideal location in the heart of the resort. This attractive suite is larger than most, handicap accessible, and features a private bedroom, comfortable living room with seating area and a queen Murphy bed, spacious bathroom, kitchenette, and a private balcony. Just steps from the indoor pool, outdoor water pool & playground, dining and the ski slopes. Sunny southern exposure with views towards the future Crystal Village. Excellent rental history. click for larger/additional photos Offered At: $184,900.00 PINEHURST #452 - 1 BR/1 BA : Spacious condo on 18th fairway near the slopes and Kinlochen. Upper unit privacy with vaulted ceilings, fieldstone fireplace, double whirlpool tub and attractive rental history. click for larger/additional photos Offered At: $198,500.00 WINTERGREEN #501 - 2 BR/1 BA : Attractive 1st floor overlooking the Betsie Valley #1 tee. Enjoy maximum convenience to Kinlochen. Conveniently located near the ski slopes & XC trailhead and adjacent to the Waters Edge complex. Double whirlpool, complete kitchen, nicely appointed living area w/ walkout deck, fully furnished & attractive year-round rental history. click for larger/additional photos Offered At: $224,900.00 WINTERGREEN #530 - 2 BR/2 BA : Attractive upper end unit in a very private location adjacent to a wooded setting with views of the pond and fairway of Betsie Valley #10. Fully upgraded in 2002. click for larger/additional photos Offered At: $225,900.00 WINTERGREEN #503 - 2 BR/2 BA : Right across from Kinlochen, the base of the Buck lift, and overlooking the #10 tee of the Betsie Valley course. Fully furnished featuring vaulted ceilings, gas fireplace and a complete kitchen. Come summer, you're located steps from the new Water's Edge pool & park complex. click for larger/additional photos Offered At: $226,900.00 WINTERGREEN #517 - 2 BR/2 BA : Conveniently located w/ an upper sun deck. Complete kitchen & master suite with king bed, double whirlpool & private bath. Guest bedroom w/ queen bed, living room w/ natural fireplace and queen sofa-sleeper. Golf course and XC ski trail views, easy access to the Peak indoor pool and fitness center, Water's Edge outdoor pool & park, and downhill ski lifts. Fully furnished, popular rental. click for larger/additional photos Offered At: $234,900.00 WINTERGREEN #538 - 2 BR/2 BA : Special location overlooks the #12 Betsie Valley green and the Water's Edge entry pond & park area. Private and wooded, yet just steps from the resort center. Enjoy views of the slopes from the master suite and sun deck. Newly remodeled, beautifully finished interior and excellent rental potential. PREMIUM MEMBERSHIP PROPERTY. Includes an ULTIMATE family ski/golf membership! click for larger/additional photos Offered At: $238,900.00 WINTERGREEN #529 - 2 BR/2 BA : Spacious condo overlooking the Betsie Valley #10 fairway & green. South facing, with pond & lighted XC views. Steps from the new Water's Edge pool & park complex and resort center. Fireplace, fully furnished & excellent rental. click for larger/additional photos Offered At: $239,900.00 PINEHURST #422/423 - 2 BR/2 BA : Spacious, overlooking the #18 fairway of the Betsie Valley golf course and steps from Kinlochen, Peak pool/fitness center & the new Waters Edge water playground. Flexible floor plan enables occupancy as 2 separate units studio & 1-BR OR 2-BR. Fieldstone fireplace, full kitchen, dining room w/ bay window and generous living room w/ walkout deck. Master suite with private bath & entry. Fully furnished & excellent rental history. click for larger/additional photos Offered At: $242,900.00 WINTERGREEN #534 - 2 BR/2 BA : Well-maintained and updated unit in a nicely wooded location with a view of the 12th green. Adjacent to the Park & Pool at Waters Edge, this upper end unit has an enclosed loft for privacy and a washer/dryer for convenience. Enjoy full ownership of this wonderful property with an option to exchange it worldwide through RCI. click for larger/additional photos Offered At: $287,900.00 PINEHURST #454/455 - 2 BR/2 BA : The warmth of an up-north cabin uniquely designed as a carefree vacation home. This 2-bedroom, 2-bath Pinehurst condominium enjoys upper end unit privacy with views of the 18th fairway just steps from the Kinlochen Lodge and base of the slopes. Full kitchen, fieldstone gas-log fireplace, vaulted ceilings with skylight, whirlpool tubs and a lock-off studio feature that makes this a popular rental property and wonderful vacation retreat. click for larger/additional photos Offered At: $289,900.00 PINEHURST #444/445 - 2 BR/2 BA : Spacious 1st floor condo w/ private deck overlooking the 18th fairway of the Betsie Valley golf course & lighted XC trails. Steps from the Buck ski lift & Kinlochen. Rich color palette, stone fireplace, vaulted ceilings. Double whirlpools & showers in both baths, master suite w/ kitchenette, king bed & private entrance. Excellent rental history. PREMIUM MEMBERSHIP PROPERTY. Includes an ULTIMATE family ski/golf membership! click for larger/additional photos Offered At: $374,900.00 PINEHURST GREEN #460 - 4 BR/3 BA : This spacious whole-ownership townhome is located right in the heart of the resort, just steps from the slopes, pools, golf/Nordic pro shop and restaurants. Features include living and family rooms both with fireplaces, a game room, full kitchen, first-floor laundry and master suite with oversized whirlpool, sauna, wet bar, ample owner storage and a sun deck overlooking the #18 fairway of the Betsie Valley course. Year-round rental potential. PREMIUM MEMBERSHIP PROPERTY. Includes an ULTIMATE family ski/golf membership! click for larger/additional photos return to top Townhomes Offered At: $394,900.00 MOUNTAINSIDE #615 - 4 BR/3 BA : Prime location overlooking the Betsie Valley Golf Course #9 hole and near ski-in/out trail. This newly refurbished and fully furnished townhome has a large south-facing deck overlooking the fairway and a spacious living room with vaulted ceiling and cozy fireplace. Master suite with double whirlpool & dressing vanity, fully equipped kitchen, and a 1-car garage for owner storage or use. PREMIUM MEMBERSHIP PROPERTY. Includes an ULTIMATE family ski/golf membership! click for larger/additional photos Offered At: $424,500.00 MOUNTAINSIDE #601 - 5 BR/4 BA : Exceptional townhome overlooking the 18th green of the Mountain Ridge course. Recently renovated and fully furnished. Features a loft, 2 fireplaces, large family room, 2-car garage and large deck. PREMIUM MEMBERSHIP PROPERTY. Includes an ULTIMATE family ski/golf membership! click for larger/additional photos Offered At: $434,900.00 MOUNTAINTOP #727 - 3 BR/3 BA : Just steps from the peak of the mountain w/ inspiring westerly views overlooking the Betsie River valley. Tiled entryway, fireplace, whirlpool, washer/dryer, tastefully decorated and fully furnished. Attractive rental and RCI exchange property. New private outdoor pool & grilling area. Sale includes 2 years ski membership in Four Seasons Club for 2 adults & 2 juniors. PREMIUM MEMBERSHIP PROPERTY. Includes an ULTIMATE family ski/golf membership! click for larger/additional photos Offered At: $439,900.00 MOUNTAINTOP #726 - 3 BR/3 BA : Downhill skiing just steps from your door, and a new, private pool & picnic pavilion in your front yard. Couple this with long southwestern views over the beautiful Betsie River Valley, and you realize that MountainTop living is hard to beat! This gracious townhome features a private master suite with full bath & whirlpool, tiled entry & baths, main level fireplace, private deck, washer/dryer, ample owner storage, and a lower level outfitted for fun, including foosball and a game table. The home is fully furnished, qualified for RCI vacation exchanges, and has excellent rental potential. PREMIUM MEMBERSHIP PROPERTY. Includes an ULTIMATE family ski/golf membership! click for larger/additional photos Offered At: $445,900.00 MOUNTAINSIDE #614 - 5 BR/4 BA : Wonderful 5-bedroom/4-bath townhome. New lower level finish and furnishings in 2003 with two fieldstone fireplaces and a large family room. Fully furnished and good rental history. Total renovation on main and upper floors in December 2004. PREMIUM MEMBERSHIP PROPERTY. Includes an ULTIMATE family ski/golf membership! click for larger/additional photos return to top Cottages Offered At: $146,900.00 WATER'S EDGE #309D - 2 BR/2 BA : Adjacent to the Pool & Park at Waters Edge, and only steps from the ski slopes, dining and indoor pool & fitness center. This spacious 1/4 ownership cottage has a master suite with private bath, guest bedroom with 2 queen beds and an adjoining bath, full kitchen, laundry, screened porch, sun deck, and a vaulted great room with a cozy stove and a window seat overlooking the creek. Simple & clean this is a place for retreat. PREMIUM MEMBERSHIP PROPERTY. Includes an ULTIMATE family ski/golf membership! click for larger/additional photos return to top Homes Offered At: $169,900.00 CRYSTAL MOUNTAIN CLUB #84 : Surrounded by pines, this cedar-sided 2-bedroom, 2-bath cabin enjoys westerly views of the golf course and sunsets, and is conveniently located near all the amenities at Crystal Mountain. Spacious 2+ car garage, large backyard with fire pit, paved driveway, fully furnished and ready for year 'round family fun. click for larger/additional photos Offered At: $245,900.00 CRYSTAL MOUNTAIN CLUB #29 : Attractive home on a nicely landscaped lot. Uniquely designed living space with high vaulted ceilings, natural wood fireplace, custom kitchen with breakfast bar and an abundance of windows surrounded by a wrap-around deck. Large master suite with a private balcony and whirlpool. 2-car garage, workshop and main floor laundry provide great spaces for projects and storage. PREMIUM MEMBERSHIP PROPERTY. Includes an ULTIMATE family ski/golf membership! click for larger/additional photos Offered At: $280,000.00 CRYSTAL MOUNTAIN VILLAGE #23 : Quality 3BR/2BA cedar home nestled amongst the pines on a nicely landscaped lot near the Betsie Valley course. Open great room w/ fireplace, vaulted ceilings, high windows and spindled loft above. Large garage, full basement, spacious deck and paved circular drive. click for larger/additional photos Offered At: $349,900.00 CRYSTAL MOUNTAIN CLUB #26 : Within easy walking distance of the slopes and village center at Crystal Mountain. This new 3-bedroom, 2-bath home features high vaulted pine ceilings in the great room, custom interior doors & trim, spacious screened-in porch, gas-log fireplace, central air, main floor laundry and custom kitchen with island. Built with SIP panel technology, this home is energy efficient and easy to care for with its low maintenance exterior. Appliances and most furnishings are included so it's ready for instant fun! click for larger/additional photos Offered At: $369,900.00 CRYSTAL MOUNTAIN VILLAGE #21 : Custom 5BR/3BA home. Large tiled entry for ski equipment, great room w/ fieldstone fireplace & vaulted ceilings, two master suites-each with private whirlpool tub, 400 sq. ft. deck, western red cedar siding. Andersen windows and quality finishes throughout. Fully furnished. PREMIUM MEMBERSHIP PROPERTY. Includes an ULTIMATE family ski/golf membership! click for larger/additional photos Offered At: $469,900.00 MOUNTAINWOODS #10 : Custom 3-BR/2-BA home in master-planned ski & golf course community. Vaulted ceilings and ample windows create light, bright living spaces, while the stone fireplace, maple cabinetry and ash flooring lend warmth to the home's interior. Features include a spacious lower-level family room, a 2+ car garage and a generous sun deck with a sunny southwestern orientation. Fully furnished and ready for immediate occupancy. PREMIUM MEMBERSHIP PROPERTY: Includes an ULTIMATE family ski/golf membership. click for larger/additional photos return to top Building Sites Offered At: $24,400.00 SCENIC NORTH VILLAGE LOTS : From $24,400 - $44,400. Phase II lots now available. Complimentary Crystal Mountain memberships included with sales. Generous homesites, both wooded & meadow, underground utilities, paved, private road, thoughtful restrictions. Secluded & quiet, yet adjacent to Crystal's skiing, golf, dining and pools. click for larger/additional photos Offered At: $78,900.00 MOUNTAINWOODS LOT 28 : Excellent building site offers a variety of home and driveway locations to fit your needs. Large hardwood trees and a private setting in an area of very attractive homes. click for larger/additional photos Offered At: $85,900.00 MOUNTAINWOODS LOT 25 : Premium lot with an elevated building site and ideal terrain for a walkout. Southwestern lot orientation provides plenty of sunlight. Covered in mature hardwoods, overlooks Mountain Ridge #3 tee. Underground utilities and thoughtful restrictions. click for larger/additional photos Offered At: $104,900.00 CRYSTAL MOUNTAIN VILLAGE #29-30 : Double lot totaling approximately 0.7 acres, level with red pines & scattered white birch trees. Building site overlooks the Betsie Valley Golf Course #16 tee & fairway, and has a view toward the #15 green and the newly reconfigured Betsie Valley #15 fairway. Underground utilities & thoughtful restrictions. Ready access to the cross-country & snowshoe trails. Private, yet not far from the pools & fitness center, ski slopes, tennis courts, biking trails, shopping & restaurants. An area of fine homes. click for larger/additional photos return to top Crystal Quick Links: Home , Hotel/Resort Reservations , Vacation Packages , Hotel/Resort info , Hotel/Resort Specials , Real Estate Info , Real Estate/Property Listings , Golf Info , Golf Vacation Packages , Golf Courses , Golf Lessons and Schools , Winter Info , Skiing , Cross Country Skiing , Snowboarding , Park Report , #1 Midwest Ski Resort , Meetings and Conference Info , Crystal Center , Art Park , Water Park Last Updated: 12/29/2005 12500 Crystal Mountain Dr - Thompsonville, MI 49683 Crystal Mtn. Realty: (800) 968-2911 - Crystal Mtn. Reservations: (800) 968-7686 tag---

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AncestryLibrary.com- Search Texas Land Title Abstracts Sorry, we were unable to authenticate you. Click here to login Texas Land Title Abstracts Description: This database contains abstracts of original titles located in the archives of the Texas General Land Office in Austin, Texas. The records provide information about lands granted and transferred within the state of Texas including those dated in the 1700s. Fields of information include the district name (a three-letter code) the county, page in original document, grantee, patentee, date, volume, description/location, acreage, class, file, and any additional data found in the record. This database will prove useful for those seeking ancestors in Texas. Thanks to the Texas General Land Office who have worked with Ancestry.com to update this database with current and accurate information. Extended Description: The following are the prefix codes for land districts in Texas: AUS ------- Austin LAM Lamar BAS ------- Bastrop LIB Liberty BEX ------- Bexar MAT Matagorda BOW ------ Bowie MIL Milam BRA ------- Brazoria MON Montgomery BRS ------- Brazos NAC Nacogdoches COL ------ Colorado PAN Panola FAN ------ Fannin PAS Paschall FAY ------ Fayette RED Red River FOR ------ Fort Bend REF Refugio GAL ------ Galveston ROB Robertson GOL ------ Goliad RUS Rusk GON ------ Gonzales SAB Sabine HAR ------ Harris SAU San Augustine HAS ------ Harrison SHE Shelby HOU ------ Houston SPA San Patricio JAC ------ Jackson TRA Travis JAS ------ Jasper VIC Victoria JEF ------ Jefferson Requests for more information about a name found in the land title abstracts of Texas may be obtained for $5.00 from the Texas General Land Office. Please click on the link to access the name submission form. (Link here) Upon completion of the form, please mail the form and fee to the following address: Texas General Land Office Stephen F. Austin Bldg. 1700 North Congress Avenue Austin, Texas 78701-1495 http://www.glo.state.tx.us/archives.html Source Information: Ancestry.com. Texas Land Title Abstracts [database online] Provo, UT: Ancestry.com, 2000. Original data: Texas General Land Office. Abstracts of all original Texas Land Titles comprising Grants and Locations . Austin, Texas: , 19--.

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Buy my house, please! - Sep. 11, 2003 CNN/Money Web Autos Real Estate Money's Best Home Markets & Stocks News Jobs & Economy World Biz Technology Commentary Personal Finance College Credit and Debt Insurance Interest Rates Retirement Tax Center Ask the Expert Five Tips The Good Life Millionaire in the Making Money 101 Moneyville Retirement Planner Savings Calculator Asset Allocator Mutual Funds Money Magazine Video CNN TV Fortune 500 Best Employers Money 101 Portfolio Calculators Real-time Quotes Last 5 Quotes SPONSORED BY include virtual="/fn_adspaces/markets-stocks/last_five_quotes/sponsor.88x31.ad" -- CNN/Money Email newsletters RSS Mobile news Money archives Buy story reprints Find a Mortgage SPECIAL OFFER Your Money Your Home Buy my house, please! As the market cools, it will take more work to get that 'For Sale' sign out of your front yard. September 11, 2003: 5:10 PM EDT By Sarah Max, CNN/Money Staff Writer BEND, Ore. (CNN/Money) To say that it's been a seller's housing market is the understatement of the year. Homeowners looking to sell in most parts of the country haven't had to wait around very long for a suitable offer, and those in the best markets have seen their homes swooped up in a matter of days, even hours. In early 2003, in fact, 21 percent of all houses went into contract less than one week after going on the market, according to the National Association of Realtors (NAR). On average, houses sold in just five weeks nearly half the time it took throughout the 1990s. "I believe this may be our best year ever," said David Hemenway, a realtor in Cottage Grove, Ore., who's been in the business since 1968. On the other side of the country in Sebring, Fla., realtor Chip Boring is enjoying a record year. Yet, both are aware that great times can't last forever. "Up until the last 2 1/2 years the average time on the market was anywhere from 180 days to 210 days," Boring said. And Hemenway recalls the early 1980s when his listings lingered on the market, sometimes for years. As interest rates creep up, buyers' budgets creep down and markets return to more normal levels, sellers will discover that it takes a little more work (and patience) to unload their homes. Many already have. While there is little you can do to change the laws of supply and demand, you have some control over whether your house sits or sells. Here are the most common reasons houses don't sell, in order of importance. The price is not right Even in the best of markets, setting your price too high is a mistake -- unless you really don't want to sell your house. "Starting too high is the worst thing you can do," said Hemenway. More on Your Home • Mortgage Application Center • Beating higher rates • Mortgage demand hits 14-month low • Choosing the best mortgage now Why? Because your greatest opportunity for selling your house is immediately after it goes on the market. That's when the majority of serious buyers will see the house. "Even if you lower the price to reflect the market, you'll have fewer people coming through than if you'd just priced it right to begin with," said Hemenway. In fact, it's not until after you bring the price down below the market something few sellers want to do that interest will pick up again. To make matters worse, say real estate agents, the longer a house sits the harder it is to sell. "Everyone thinks there must be something wrong with the house if it hasn't sold," said Boring, adding that for this reason he won't take on a listing if the seller insists on asking more than the house is worth. To drum up new interest among buyers, sellers sometimes pay for extra advertising or offer to, for example, pay for closing costs as a way to get buyers' attention. "In markets where people don't have a lot of cash, paying for closing costs or buying down interest rates with points up front can put you at a huge advantage," said Ron Phipps, a realtor in Warwick, R.I. The house is in the wrong place When markets are good, buyers are more willing to buy on the outskirts of an area or turn a blind eye to busy streets, bad views and other problems. But when markets cool down, it's these spots that suffer the most, said Hemenway. Short of moving the house, there is not much you can do if it is in the wrong location. But while in the house you can take care to make sure you don't over-improve your property relative to the ones around it. "If you have a $300,000 house in a neighborhood of $100,000, be prepared to lower the price or let it sit," said Boring. Buyers can't get past the front door Realtors say that getting buyers to take a look inside a house is the biggest challenge of selling a house. Once they've stepped through the door buyers are more likely to consider a place. "I recently sold a house that from the front was not very inspired," said Phipps. "The buyers came to the open house only because they needed to kill time, but once inside they were interested." For this reason, a little time and money spent on curb appeal will go a long way. Trimming the grass, washing the windows and planting a few flowers may be all it takes. In the case of houses whose best features are inside or out back, Phipps recommends taking good interior pictures and putting 360-degree tours online. Sellers sometimes get buyers to look past their homes' imperfections with creative extras. "I've seen sellers offer decorating allowances, and pay for cleaning service and landscaping," said Phipps. "Several years ago a seller in the bakery business offered to bring the buyer a different cake every month." Too much chintz and tchotchkes Less is more when it comes to attracting buyers. "Put all of those pictures of your family and other personal treasures away," said Sheryl Gregory, a broker in Wynthrop, Maine. "It distracts buyers and makes it harder for them to picture themselves in the house." She also recommends taking down distracting curtains and putting on a fresh coat of paint. "Buyers sometimes get scared if they wander through a house and think they're going to have to do a lot of painting," she added. --* Disclaimer Selling? Buying? Click to compare top local real estate agents More on YOUR HOME • Your Home: Bracing for higher rates • Refinancing demand lags again • A rose is (not) a rose TODAY'S TOP STORIES • Most overvalued housing markets • Risks to the economy in 2006 • Which was the worst ad of all in 2005? CNN Money contact us | subscribe to Money magazine advertising -- | site map | glossary | RSS | press room OTHER NEWS: CNN | SI | Fortune | Business 2.0 | Time © 2005 Cable News Network LP, LLLP. A Time Warner Company ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 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