Cody Community Blog

Realty Times - Real Estate Outlook: Existing-Home Sales Rise Again

2012-01-30T09:41:00.000-07:00

More good news for housing recovery....follow the link below

Realty Times - Real Estate Outlook: Existing-Home Sales Rise Again

Realty Times - Cody, Wyoming Real Estate Market Conditions

2012-01-30T09:37:00.000-07:00

Realty Times - Cody, Wyoming Real Estate Market Conditions

Realty Times - Real Estate Outlook: Housing at Forefront of Concerns

2012-01-23T11:21:00.000-07:00

For many of us our home is out nest. This is our safe zone where we leave problems at the front door and enjoy our families and friends. The housing market can and will recover. This link identifies the problems and solutions.

Realty Times - Real Estate Outlook: Housing at Forefront of Concerns

This Is Interesting.....

2012-01-17T11:13:00.002-07:00

Click the link to find out....

http://business.blogs.cnn.com/2012/01/12/worlds-top-economies-in-2050-will-be/?iref=obnetwork

Realty Times - Savvy Dormant Season Selling

2012-01-09T07:06:00.000-07:00

If you have your home for sale during the winter months, this article offers great ideas to make your home more appealing.

Realty Times - Savvy Dormant Season Selling

Payroll tax cut: What's at stake

2011-12-19T11:16:00.000-07:00

As our lawmakers continue to stalemate, this chart depicts the cost to each of us.

Payroll tax cut: What's at stake

Realty Times - Real Estate Outlook: Existing-Home Sales Improve

2011-11-28T11:00:00.000-07:00

Realty Times - Real Estate Outlook: Existing-Home Sales Improve

Existing home sales edge higher in October

2011-11-21T08:39:00.000-07:00

Mixed news for the housing market. Several factors, including more relaxed lending guidelines will improve sales.

Existing home sales edge higher in October

Realty Times - Real Estate Outlook: Wealth Gap Related to Housing

2011-11-14T11:59:00.000-07:00

For many young adults they will have to work and save before being able to qualify for a home loan today. This recent article explains.

Realty Times - Real Estate Outlook: Wealth Gap Related to Housing

Troubled homeowners get a lifeline

2011-10-24T11:46:00.000-06:00

It's hugely ironic that interest rates have literally never been lower, but borrowers can't qualify. This may be a partial fix. Follow the link.

Troubled homeowners get a lifeline

Housing Trends eNewsletter- Michael & Theresa

2011-10-06T08:28:00.000-06:00

Housing Trends eNewsletter- Michael & Theresa

Click the link above to find out the latest news and trends in the real estate market.

Realty Times - Tips for Selling Your Home Before the End of the Year

2011-10-04T12:31:00.000-06:00

This is good advice for anyone hoping to sell before 2012

Realty Times - Tips for Selling Your Home Before the End of the Year

Loan requests pick up as rates hit new lows

2011-09-19T12:36:00.000-06:00

It looks like 4% is the magic number!

Loan requests pick up as rates hit new lows

5 bright spots in real estate recession

2011-09-14T10:31:00.000-06:00

This is the best news I've read in two years!

5 bright spots in real estate recession

http://myemail.constantcontact.com/News-from-Forward-Cody.html?soid=1104154838247&aid=zO0SGyZCd5Q

2011-09-14T10:26:00.000-06:00

For all news from Forward Cody...click the link below

http://myemail.constantcontact.com/News-from-Forward-Cody.html?soid=1104154838247&aid=zO0SGyZCd5Q

Finally Some Good Economic News...If You Don't Look Too Closely - Forbes

2011-09-12T12:40:00.000-06:00

Why is it that the media insists on bombarding us with negativity?

Finally Some Good Economic News...If You Don't Look Too Closely - Forbes

Shadow inventory improves but still threatens housing recovery

2011-08-22T16:03:00.000-06:00

Aren't we all looking for the bright spot in this economy?

Shadow inventory improves but still threatens housing recovery

Official Google Blog: YouTube highlights 5/26

2011-08-07T06:53:00.000-06:00

Official Google Blog: YouTube highlights 5/26: "This is the latest in our series of YouTube highlights. Every couple of weeks, we bring you regular updates on new product features, interes..."

Get a mortgage despite strict underwriting - Jul. 5, 2011

2011-07-19T16:00:00.000-06:00

Get a mortgage despite strict underwriting - Jul. 5, 2011

Don't take mortgage denial personally. As this article will explain, even those with good payment histories are being turned down.

A Great Reason To Choose Wyoming

2011-07-06T06:01:00.000-06:00

http://finance.yahoo.com/retirement/article/113021/5-tax-friendly-states-retirees-kiplingers

OK, so it's cold more often than other places. Here's a great reason to choose Wyoming anyway.

Real estate outlook: scattered showers of optimism

2011-06-30T09:59:00.000-06:00

Real estate outlook: scattered showers of optimism

OK...this is worth reading if you are looking for investment opportunities in real estate. I'm personally going to do some homework with REIT'S.

Want Home Sales To Improve???

2011-06-28T07:33:00.000-06:00

Lenders have gone from giving money away to anyone that could breath...to rejecting truly qualified buyers. In order for home sales to improve lenders need to loosen qualification guidelines. This link will explain.

http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052702304569504576405660006330644.html?mod=WSJ_RealEstate_LeftTopNews

July 4th Fun...

2011-06-20T10:39:00.000-06:00

Save This Date! Friday, July 1st...Porch of The Irma...7-10 P.M. FREE...Realtors for Kids Street Dance. Enjoy live music on the Porch of The Irma Hotel. This is a fun time for everyone in the family and proceeds benefit children in need in Park County.

Why the Economic Recovery Will Hurt Like Hell - Newsweek

2011-06-13T09:59:00.000-06:00

For those of us that want to know what to expect, this is the article to read. Very insightful stuff ! Why the Economic Recovery Will Hurt Like Hell - Newsweek

Mortgage delinquencies improving. - May. 19, 2011

2011-05-23T12:54:00.000-06:00

Let's hope the good news keeps coming.

Mortgage delinquencies improving. - May. 19, 2011

Anonimity...is it good or bad?

2011-05-16T14:17:00.000-06:00

Is it better to live in a small town where everyone knows you...or a big city where no one knows who you are?

I always thought I'd opt for the small town. Lately I've wanted to go somewhere, at least temporarily where no one knows who I am.

Daily Real Estate News

2011-05-11T10:57:00.000-06:00

Daily Real Estate News

Click the link above to learn more about things you can do to improve your ability to qualify for a home loan. Lots of great tips in this article.

Does Your "Smart Phone" know too much?

2011-04-25T12:41:00.000-06:00

Interesting how we rely heavily on the same technology that shares all our personal information.

Don't miss reading this link from the Wall Street Journal.
http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052748704547604576263261679848814.html?mod=WSJ_hp_mostpop_read

Is a housing shortage possible in 2011?

2011-04-10T11:37:00.000-06:00

Well what can we believe anymore about the housing market? Read the following link to find out why we may experience a housing "shortage" in 2011.

http://realestate.msn.com/article.aspx?cp-documentid=23505825#atoolb

What do you love?

2011-02-14T11:06:00.000-07:00

I just sat down and made a list of 20 things I love to do. I thought it would take some time but it took me about 5 minutes.

It's a great way to recognize what your good at...what you may not be good at but still love to do, and that each day, there's something different to look forward to.

What do you love to do?

More Good News For Real Estate

2011-01-31T12:40:00.000-07:00

http://money.cnn.com/2011/01/26/real_estate/new_home_sales/index.htm

Click the link above to learn more about the most recent improvements to the real estate market.

Cody Chamber of Commerce - Wyoming Video

2011-01-25T13:18:00.000-07:00

Fantastic Video! Check it out.

Goldman Sachs | Outlook for 2011

2011-01-17T13:30:00.000-07:00

Goldman Sachs Outlook for 2011

Slow but steady growth predicted. Use the above link to learn more.

2011-01-13T11:45:00.000-07:00

Wyoming Banking Industry News

2011-01-11T13:49:00.000-07:00

Good news for bankers and consumers as well. Wyoming's banking industry is on solid ground. Use the link below for the most recent information on our banking industry.

http://www.wyomingbusinessreport.com/article.asp?id=55466

Housing Starts Seen Rising to 3-Year High With Boost for Jobs

2010-12-28T14:04:00.000-07:00

Housing Starts Seen Rising to 3-Year High With Boost for Jobs

Sleeping Giant Rocks

2010-12-01T11:43:00.000-07:00

If you haven't already been out to Sleeping Giant the questions is..."What are you waiting for?" Cody Wyoming is covered in snow and our very own ski area is buzzing with activity. Check out all the events at http://www.skisg.com/.

Perfect Your Public Speaking Skills

2010-11-22T14:07:00.000-07:00

Just left a Toastmaster's meeting. For anyone interested in getting over their fear of public speaking, this is the club to join. E-mail me if you'd like more information regarding meetings.

Capitol Christmas Tree Arrives in Cody

2010-11-15T15:36:00.000-07:00

Wyoming is providing the tree to our nations capitol this year. Sunday was a special day as the tree made it's way through Cody on it's journey east. Follow the link to read about it. http://www.kulr8.com/news/local/Capitol-Tree-in-Cody-108054164.html

Cody Goes Global!

2010-11-08T12:53:00.002-07:00

Eleutian Technology Inc. and Idapted Ltd. Merge to Create Global Leader in Online English Instruction

CODY, Wyo., – BEIJING, PRC – October 13, 2010 – Eleutian Technology Inc. and Idapted Ltd. today announced a merger that will create the global leader in the $100 billion online English instruction market. The new corporate entity will be known as Eleutian Technology Inc. Robert Grady of Cheyenne Capital Fund will serve as Chairman of the company with Kent Holiday remaining President and CEO. Adrian Li, co-founder and CEO for Idapted, will take a role as General Manager, China. Jonathan Palley, co-founder and CTO/COO for Idapted, will head global engineering as Vice President, Technology and Products.

For the full story visit the Eleutian Technology website.

Let your voice be heard!

2010-10-25T09:03:00.002-06:00

For many of us...wait...most of us, we are scared to death of public speaking. But help is here! Toastmasters, the International organization that nurtures public speaking skills has a club in Cody. They meet twice monthly on Mondays at the library. New members are always welcome. Boost your self-confidence and attend a meeting.

Cody Cuisine

2010-10-23T14:30:00.002-06:00

As a self-proclaimed food critic I thought I'd post an honorable mention for Adriano's. Italian food is a staple in our home. We prepare most meals from scratch including pizza. Due to unforeseen circumstances (and those of you that know us know what we mean) we are eating out more. We ordered a pizza at Adriano's last night and it was the best pizza we've had in Cody. So good in fact, that we're headed back tonight to try the veal. Hope it's as good as the pizza was.

Recent Stats From The National Association Of Realtors

2010-10-18T14:13:00.002-06:00

If you're following the recent housing challenges, this link provides recent information from the experts.

http://codyrealtor.housingtrendsenewsletter.com.

Some Good Economic News

2010-10-11T12:58:00.002-06:00

For those of us that are Baby-Boomers, we like things to happen quickly. Don't want to have to wait for things to change,..we want to change them now. Well, there's good news and bad news...in Wyoming, things are changing for the better, just not quickly so take a deep breath and hang on. The sky's not falling...read this link from the Wyoming Business Report..http://www.wyomingbusinessreport.com/article.asp?id=52836

Home prices up, but growth rate slows

2010-09-28T14:57:00.000-06:00

Home prices up, but growth rate slows

September 23, 2010 Home Sales Up!

2010-09-23T11:19:00.003-06:00

Check out this recent news from Yahoo Real Estatehttp://finance.yahoo.com/news/Home-sales-up-76-pct-in-apf-3202454234.html?x=0

Habitat Works

2010-09-17T11:16:00.003-06:00

Habitat For Humanity is a great way to give back to our community. Think about how much could be accomplished if every service club and/or business in Cody gave a weekend of their time. Habitat changes lives in a very positive way. As a company, The Donley Team felt a greater sense of chamraderie after working at Habitat. Cody Wy real estate can provide many with a greater sense of security.

Pro's and Con's of the Housing Market

2010-09-09T11:28:00.002-06:00

Check out this link. It's a recent article on CNN Money and creates the debate for further economic stimulus in the housing market. Cody Wyoming Real Estate has fared well.

http://money.cnn.com/2010/08/31/real_estate/federal_housing_programs.fortune/index.htm

Rental Property & Property Management

2010-09-03T13:23:00.002-06:00

With interest rates at an all-time low you'd think buyer's would be running to the bank to qualify. Instead we are seeing a surge of tenants. Many people coming in to the cody wyoming real estate market are opting to rent before they buy.

We now have a wide selection of rental properties available to accommodate any price range.

What's interesting is that with rates at 4.5 % and sometimes lower, it's actually cheaper to buy a home. If anyone has this figured out just let me know.

HGTV

2010-08-30T12:58:00.002-06:00

I'm an HGTV watcher. For those who don't know about HGTV, it's a cable channel where homeowners can learn home improvement tips, how to stage a home and inexpensive "fixes" to make your home more saleable.

Recently, HGTV had a program that educated a home seller on the top 7 things they can do to make their homes look better than their competition. If you'd like a copy just send me an e-mail and I'll get it to you. thedonleyteam@realestatecody.com.

Existing Home Sales 2010

2010-08-27T12:42:00.003-06:00

Existing home sales in the West fell 25% in July 2010 according to the National Association of Realtors. Although home sales were down, the median price of a home in the West was $224,800, up 3.3% from July 2009. (Data taken from the National Association of Realtors website)

SAVE THE ENVIRONMENT OR SAVE MONEY

2009-12-08T16:42:00.004-07:00

I read an interesting article today at Gallup News. According to the article 71% of Americans have taken steps in 2009 to make their homes more energy efficient. That in and of itself isn't really surprising, what I found interesting is they didn't do it to save the environment. They did it to save money. So what I want to know is did Codyites spend time and money improving their homes energy efficiency during 2009? If you did what was your motivation? If you would like to read more of the Gallup story you can find it at http://www.gallup.com/poll/124619/Savings-Trumps-Environment-Making-Homes-Greener.