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Fairview TX Market Report October 2011

Fairview TX

Fairview TX is a small bedroom community located east of US 75 at Stacy Road. According to the Fairview Texas Website:

Fairview offers the warmth of a small town and the convenience of a big city. Located north of Dallas at U.S. Highway 75 and Stacy Road, Fairview is an alternative to the North Texas communities that are known for their cookie-cutter sub- divisions. The majority of Fairview is zoned for residential lots that are one acre or larger, with a few areas reserved for smaller home sites.

The housing market is Fairview is very stable. This month we'll present median sales price, days on market, and months supply of housing charts. Click on any chart for a larger view.

Median Sales Price

Fairview TX Median Sales Price October 2011

The median sales price in Fairview has recovered nicely from the low in the summer of 2009. Zoned to Lovejoy ISD and boasting estate sized lots, Fairview continues to attract buyers. The opening of the Shops at Fairview brought upscale shopping, dining, and entertainment to Fairview.

Days on Market

Fairview TX Days on Market - Oct 2011

The Days on Market in Fairview remain stable at about 120 days. While this is slightly over the average in the local area, 120 days on market is still very good considering the higher price points in Fairview.

Months Supply of Housing

Fairview TX Months of Housing Supply - October 2011

The months supply of housing is slightly over 7.5 months. The National Association of REALTORs states that a 6 month supply of housing is a stable market, supplies under 6 months are a seller's market, and supplies over 6 months is a buyers market. While Fairview is slightly over 6 months, I still believe the market is balanced given the higher price points in the area.

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Tom Branch and Gina Branch, The Branch Team with RE/MAX Dallas Suburbs, service the greater North Dallas suburbs including Dallas, Plano, Allen, McKinney, Frisco, Lewisville, and Carrollton.  While Gina concentrates on traditional listings and buyer/tenant representation, Tom specializes in assisting distressed homeowners to avoid foreclosure.  Tom and Gina have published two books (Achieving Rock Star Status and The Field Guide to Short Sales) and are available for speaking engagements in the greater Dallas - Fort Worth Metroplex. Subscribe to The Branch Team Blog.

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Those Are Non MLS Listings and Only We Can Sell Them

I’ve seen a number of things over the years but the latest one has me scratching my head. We have a specialized little subdivision in the area and a couple of agents from one of the larger brokerages have a corner on the listing market. I don’t have a problem with them cornering the listing market but what they’ve done next just seems wrong.

NON MLS Listing

I was searching for properties in the subdivision and there were none in the MLS. I have an interested client so I drove through the neighborhood and found plenty of signs. I jotted down a couple of the addresses and tried to pull them up in the MLS…nothing.

I called the listing agent and asked for the details and showing instructions. I was told that the properties were non-MLS listings and only she can sell them. I asked about registering my client and then showing the home…”No…only I can sell those listings.” I asked about a referral fee for sending her my buyer…”No referral fees…your buyer will eventually call me directly.”

Why would any seller list a property and agree to keep it out of the MLS nor allow one of the 15,000 REALTORS® in the area to show and sell it? It makes no sense except for the listing agents and their brokerage. But are they really doing the best for their clients? I’d argue that the lack of competition actually creates lower prices and longer selling times.

If you’re listing your home, talk to the listing agent or read your contract to see if they will be placing the home in the MLS and to be aware of what they are offering to cooperating brokers.



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Tom Branch and Gina Branch, The Branch Team with RE/MAX Dallas Suburbs, service the greater North Dallas suburbs including Dallas, Plano, Allen, McKinney, Frisco, Lewisville, and Carrollton.  While Gina concentrates on traditional listings and buyer/tenant representation, Tom specializes in assisting distressed homeowners to avoid foreclosure.  Tom and Gina have published two books (Achieving Rock Star Status and The Field Guide to Short Sales) and are available for speaking engagements in the greater Dallas - Fort Worth Metroplex. Subscribe to The Branch Team Blog.

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Copyright 2009-2012 - The Branch Team
The Branch Team - Texas Real Estate Broker 547597 | Team Members are Texas Licensed Real Estate Professionals
Tom Branch - National Mortgage Licensing System 341963
 

Important Notice: The Branch Team with RE/MAX Dallas Suburbs is not associated with the government, and our service is not approved by the government or your lender. Even if you accept this offer and use our service, your lender may not agree to change your loan. If you stop paying your mortgage, you could lose your home and damage your credit rating.

All information provided is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. Properties subject to prior sale or rental.

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