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Liz Moore & Associates agent Deelyn Neilson recently presented a 2 hour in-depth review of local market trends and statistics, focusing specifically on the Fords Colony market.  The event was hosted in a meeting room in the Fords Colony Clubhouse, and was attended by over 50 Fords Colony residents.  Neilson is a 14 year Fords Colony resident, as well as Liz Moore & Associates Top Overall Agent in 2009.

“I have fielded so many questions about values in Fords Colony, as well as the impact of the bankruptcy announcement on real estate activity,” says Neilson, “that I decided the community would appreciate a forum to take a closer look at the trends.”  Neilson’s presentation included an in depth analysis of data such as days on market, price per square foot, sales price to list price ratios, etc.  She also focused on the most important steps a homeowner could take to enhance market value.

The seminar was very well received!  “We had standing room only,” reports Neilson, “and many requests to make this a quarterly event.”  Interested in an e-mailed version of Neilson’s presentation?  You can contact her at deelynneilson@lizmoore.com, or by visiting her website at www.PremierWilliamsburgRealEstate.com.

At our company sales meeting in June, the agents (led by team leader, Belinda Chandler) presented two checks to Karen Gershman from CHKD.  One was for $1,100, which is the proceeds of the raffle for our Holiday float parade house.  Bob and Teresa Sullivan were the lucky winners of the playhouse, and Debi Warren was recognized as the top raffle ticket seller.  Liz and her husband Roger will be cooking a special dinner for Debi, Belinda, and the Sullivans in recognition of their exceptional efforts on behalf of CHKD.

The second check was for $8,600, and represented the fundraising efforts of the Liz Moore team for the past year.  One Friday each month is ear marked as a “dress down day” and agents and staff can dress casually in exchange for “buying” a “We Do it For the Kids!” button for $20.  A number of agents and staff also contribute regularly to CHKD through payroll deduction.

Next year, the company is planning a community gala as their big fundraiser, and the team is exploring venues such as the Lake Matoaka Amphitheatre.

The Lytle Law 5k is raffling off an Apple iPad as part of their fundraising efforts for The Children’s Hospital of the King’s Daughters.  Tickets are $5 each, or 5 for $20.  Contact Lytle Law at 595-5655 or your Liz Moore agent to purchase your tickets!

Have you registered for the Lytle Law 5k?  The 4th annual Lytle Law 5k “Run for the Kids” will be held on Saturday, May 15, 2010 and this is an event you won’t want to miss!

In addition to the 5k race, this event will also feature a “Miracle Mile” fun run/walk, free food and t-shirts for those participating, raffle drawings, live music, awards and more!  However, the best part about the Lytle Law 5k is that *ALL* the proceeds go to CHKD!

You can help this cause just by participating!  Visit www.lytlelaw5k.com to register for the race and obtain information about sponsoring and volunteering at the event.

Don’t forget to mark your calendars for our special Fair Housing class on Wednesday, May 5th.  It’s 2-5pm in the Williamsburg Office training center, followed by a Cinco de Mayo social just for us, compliments of Lytle Title, across the street from the office at the Greenleafe.

This is a great opportunity to get your CE/PL credits (Fair Housing is not taught frequently, and so it’s a great module to get out of the way early!), to enjoy a great learning opportunity with our very own Brian Lytle, and to socialize and network a little bit with both offices together.

The Savvy Real Estate Investor Group’s next meetup, How to Buy Real Estate on the Courthouse Steps,  has been scheduled for Thursday, April 15th at 6pm in the Liz Moore and Associates training center (Oyster Point office).  

Come get the “how to” on buying real estate at auction from some of the most experienced investors around. In addition, you’ll hear from our guest speaker, Brian D. Lytle, Esq.  All experience levels welcomed! 

For more information and to register, visit www.meetup.com/TheSavvyRealEstateInvestor.

Kudos are in order for Nan Piland, who was awarded the coveted REALTOR of the Year award at the Williamsburg Association of Realtors Awards luncheon on Thursday at Colonial Heritage.  Nan is pictured below receiving her award from Kathy Chambers, the serving WAAR President.

The criteria for this award is excellence in volunteer efforts on behalf of the Association, commitment to community service, and superior sales production.  Nan is the incoming Association President, and was the Chair of the 2009 RPAC efforts for the Association.  She also graduated in 2009 from the Virginia Leadership Academy sponsored by the state association.

The 4th annual Lytle Law 5k “Run for the Kids” will be held on Saturday, May 15, 2010.  This event was started by Brian Lytle back in 2007 and has grown over the years to be one of the biggest races on the Peninsula.

In addition to the 5k race, this event will also feature a “Miracle Mile” fun run/walk, free food and t-shirts for those participating, raffle drawings, live music, awards and more!  However, the best part about the Lytle Law 5k is that *ALL* the proceeds go to the The Children’s Hospital of The King’s Daughters!

Children’s Hospital of The King’s Daughters offers the most innovative, comprehensive and specialized care for newborns through teens providing the highest designation of neonatal intensive care in our region as well as specialty units forpediatric intensive care, rehabilitation, cancer treatment, medical and surgical care and transitional care. Whether a child needs hospitalization, ongoing care for a chronic illness, outpatient surgery or primary care, CHKD provides the staff, facilities and technologies that address the unique demands of  childhood.                                                                                                                                 

Last year the Lytle Law 5k had approximately 750 participants and raised over $15,000.

You can help this cause just by participating!  Visit www.lytlelaw5k.com to register for the race and obtain information about sponsoring and volunteering at the event.

The Lytle Law 5k and Harbor Cafe will be having a pancake breakfast fundraiser on March 17th from 7am -11am to benefit CHKD.   Harbor Cafe is located at 11801 Canon Blvd. in Newport News (inside the Liz Moore and Associates building).  If you aren’t in the mood for a delicious breakfast, you can still swing by and make a donation – large or small!

So please eat early, eat often, and help us beat last year’s record donation of $1,125!

Are you interested in learning more about investing in real estate?  Join the Savvy Real Estate Investor Group!   This group was launched by Liz Moore & Associates’ first “virtual office” made up of a team of sales specialists who are dedicated to helping investors build wealth through their real estate portfolios.  This group consists of experienced and “wannabe” investors alike, from Williamsburg, to Hampton and Newport News, VA who will gather (physically) on a monthly basis to learn, collaborate, share ideas and generally network with a theme of investing in real estate.  Our first meeting will be on Thursday, March 18th at 6pm in the Liz Moore & Associates Oyster Point office.  Come learn from our panel of experts on our first topic, “How to Buy a Foreclosure”.  Check us out and RSVP at http://www.meetup.com/TheSavvyRealEstateInvestor/ .