Thanks to all who voted for me in the Quad City Times' Readers' Choice Poll!!!

Out of 1,000 Real Estate Agents in the Quad Cities, I was just voted #1 two years in a row!!!

Thanks to everyone for their votes!  What does this mean?  Well, for one it means that more people voted me the best Real Estate agent in the Davenport, Iowa and surrounding area than anyone else.  It also means that I have bragging rights for one more year!  Most importantly, to me, is that it will be a constant reminder of how hard I must work to continue to earn the respect and business that my clients have and will continue to give me.  I am most grateful for this honor!

Special thanks to Gena for her post!!!

Lucky :)

Awesome Moline, Illinois Condo for 55 and Older!!!

Where else can you get all of this for only $82,500???

Best Real Estate for sale in Moline, Illinois!!!

Convenient Condo in Moline!

3702 37th Avenue, Unit 3, Moline, IL 61265 View Map

Neat, clean condo at the entrance to the prestigious Highcliff Estates! Master Bath completely remodeled with new ceramic, toilet, vanity, etc. and new faucet in Main Bath. Roof is only 7 years old, Furnace & Central Air about the same per seller. TMI Home Warranty. Nice spacious rooms, beautiful Wooded view off Balcony/Deck. Attached Garage, Huge Storage Area, and Laundry Room all in Basement Level. Must be 55 or older. Dues include: Water, Sewer, Water for Washer and Gas for Dryer, Exterior Common Area Repairs & Maintenance, Insurance for Common Area, Insurance for Structure, Landscaping, Lawn Care,Irrigation, Maintenance for Grounds, Maintenance for Driveway, Snow Removal, Storage Assigned, Taxes for Common Area, and Trash Collection.

Details

Asking Price:

$82,500

MLS:

4097431

Sq. Feet:

1150

Lot Size:

Common

Bedrooms:

2

Bathrooms:

2

# of Floors:

1

HOA/Maintenance Fees:

$200

Garage Size:

12' x 24'

Subdivision:

Rock View Condos

Year Built:

1973

Property Amenities

- Range/Oven
- Sink Disposal
- Full Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Basement

- Security System
- Balcony
- Grass Lawn
- Yard
- Central A/C
- Central Heat

- Tile floor
- Living room
- Dining Room
- Laundry area - garage
- Storage Unit

Community Amenities

- Laundry on-site

- Additional Storage space(s)

Contact Info

Lucky Lang
Realtor

Dir (563) 676-9031
Email | Website

There are many Home Warranty companies out there.  Some offer great coverage for a large fee and others provide basic coverage for a nominal fee.

Here is a company that offers a variety of prices and coverages as well as a great video that explains coverage!

Home Warranty of America

Please call Lucky Lang for all your Bettendorf, Iowa and Quad City area Real Estate needs @ (563) 676-9031.

Thought that I'd try this new "Re-Blog" thing to see what happens!

Rob was really thinking SMART when he came up with these new ways to create communities!

I am the Past-President of the Davenport Kiwanis Club.  Maybe our service clubs would be a great community to start!

How about hobbies you're involved in: Flying, Baseball, Soccer, Swimming, etc.

What new communities are waiting around the corner for YOU to create?

As I see it, you are only limited by your IMAGINATION!!!

So go out there and have some FUN already!!!

Lucky :)

Unsinkable Spirit Day is coming up August 11, 2008!!!

 
Monday, August 11 is Unsinkable Spirit Day in the Quad Cities!  You can support our community and help area residents impacted by the spring and summer floods by contributing to the Unsinkable Spirit Flood Relief Fund, sponsored by the Quad-City Times, United Way of the Quad-Cities Area and the Quad-Cities River Bandits.  

Businesses that support this effort will be recognized in a full-page thank you ad in the Quad-City Times.

Ways to Help:

 
1. Casual Day for Employees - Join us in a community-wide casual dress work day on Aug. 11.  Ask your employees to participate by donating to the fund.  Casual day stickers will be delivered to your business upon request.

2. Donate a Portion of Your Profits - Support this effort by donating a portion of profits from your Aug. 11 business day.  Join the many businesses that have already made their commitments including: Quad-Cities River Bandits, Lunardi's Italian Restaurant, Quad-City Times, Bass Street Chop House, Zimmerman Cars, Big League Barbers, Done Right Satellite, Slumberland, Midland Information Resources, St. Ambrose University, Rock Valley Physical Therapy, Psychology Health Group, Town News, Bank of the West, United Way, Office Max, Minor League Baseball, K & K Hardware and Wells Fargo.   

3. Cash Donations: If you prefer, charitable cash donations may be made by mailing your check payable to United Way of the Quad-Cities with a notation of "Unsinkable Spirit Fund" in the memo field.  Checks should be sent directly to the Quad-City Times, 500 E. 3rd St., Davenport, IA 52801.  

For additional information, please call Lou Ann Goral at (563) 383-2225 or visit our website at qctimes.com/unsinkable_spirit and click on the tabs: "Nomination Form," "Donate to the Fund," or "About the Fund."

Thank you for your support and for your "Unsinkable Spirit."

Lucky :)

P.S. Remember that 100% of donated funds are tax deductible and will be used for the sole purpose and benefit of local flood victims.

The Village of East Davenport is a GREAT Shopping District, Neighborhood Community, and a WEALTH of Historic Information!!!

Visitors to Davenport, Iowa of the Quad Cities and Locals alike enjoy the many facets that The Village of East Davenport has to offer!Come and join everyone in the fun!

For all of your Davenport, Iowa and Quad City area Real Estate needs please call:

Lucky Lang (563) 676-9031

This is a great time to buy a home! Low Prices & Low Interest Rates!

For more information on Sensational Properties and other Homes for sale in Iowa and the Quad Cities please call:

LUCKY LANG, QUAD-CITIES FAVORITE REALTOR^®

Lucky Lang, SRES®

Licensed in Iowa & Illinois

Mel Foster Co., Inc., 3211 E. 35th Street Ct., Davenport, IA 52807-2585

Cell: (563) 676-9031 Office: (563) 823-2213 Fax: (563) 459-6720 Toll Free: (800) 791-8132 Ext. 2213

LuckyLang.com

Don't let this great Real Estate buying opportunity pass you by!!!

CONGRATULATIONS TO TARA AND HER TEAM AT DAVENPORTONE!!!

For all your Davenport Iowa Real Estate needs call Lucky @ (563) 676-9031

Quad Cities Favorite Realtor Lucky Lang August 2008 Call Lucky for all of your Davenport, IA & Quad City Real Estate needs at (563) 676-9031 Copyright © 2008 Realty Times All Rights Reserved. Mortgage Rate Locks Become Crucial   An interest rate lock is always a good idea in any market. But it becomes a better idea when it's crucial to lock in an interest rate and other loan costs at a level you can afford.       A changing market -- especially when the change is for the worst -- is one of those crucial times. During the first half of 2008, nearly a full percentage point separated the high of 6.45 percent in recent weeks and the low of 5.48 percent in January, according to Freddie Mac.       Get off the interest rate elevator ride with an interest rate lock. A traditional rate lock is a lender's guarantee that your mortgage will come with a specific Mortgage Rates U.S. averages as of July 31, 2008: 30 yr. fixed:   6.52% 15 yr. fixed:   6.07% 1 yr. adj:        5.27% <!-- <B>30 yr. jumbo:  6.98%</B>--> View current rates interest rate, points, other costs and terms. Most locks are designed to protect home buyers from rising rates, but those refinancing can also benefit.       A rate lock's terms include a specified period for the lock. If you fail CONTINUED >>> Wondering What Your Home Is Worth? Let me show you. Man's Best Friend May Be Costly When Selling      As beloved as pets may be to sellers they can be a detriment to the sale of a home.       One of the main reasons has to do with how convenient it is for buyers to see your home. There can be issues caused by the pets that make seeing your home more difficult than viewing other properties. For instance, if sellers have to be called first before their home can be shown this can make it less appealing to buyers and agents.       "You've got issues of access because you might have special pet instructions such as remove pets prior to entering home," says Benjamin Little, Realtor with John Hall & Associates in Scottsdale, Arizona. He says that makes it so agents and buyers have to set special appointments. "And in today's market, anything that impedes a showing is a hindrance to selling the house," cautions Little. He adds, "There are so many properties out there for sale that if you've got special pet instructions and there are 10 properties, that on paper are CONTINUED >>> Credit Scores Remain Misunderstood      Too many consumers still don't get it when it comes to credit scores.       And what you don't know about credit scores can hurt you when it's time to buy a home -- especially in a tight credit market.       Only 28 percent of consumers are aware they need at least a 700 credit score to qualify for a low-rate mortgage.       Three of every four consumers incorrectly believe that credit scores are influenced by income.       And even more, 79 percent, erroneously believe that credit scores can be obtained for free once a year. (They're probably thinking about their credit report, instead.)       Those are among the findings of a new report, "Consumer Understanding Of Credit Scores Improves But Remains Poor" commissioned by the Consumer Federation of America (CFA) and Washington Mutual Bank (WaMu).       First, your credit score is a number assigned to your creditworthiness.       Your credit score indicates how well or how poorly you'll repay a debt. The higher the number, the more likely you'll repay on time.       Your bill paying information on credit reports provides the basis for your credit score. Consumers who take the time to obtain their credit score, for only about CONTINUED >>> Read My Blog!!! You can find many great Davenport real estate agents and loan officers on ActiveRain.com Lucky Lang is a proud member of the ActiveRain Real Estate Network, a free online community to help real estate professionals grow their business. What's Hot & What's Not in Bathroom Redesign      While real estate markets are cyclical, features a potential home buyer looks for in her home almost always seems to start in the bathroom, according to the National Association of REALTORS' (NAR) annual "Cost vs. Value Report," published each year in conjunction with Remodeling magazine. In fact, in NAR's 2007 report, it showed an upscale bathroom remodel recouped 93.2 percent of the costs and a bathroom addition, midrange stood at 86.4 percent and an upscale remodel 85.8 percent.       "Knowing what's in and what's out in bathroom design is important for homeowners deciding just where to spend their makeover dollars," explained Celebrity Interior Designer Will Smith. CONTINUED >>> Local Market Conditions Daily News and Advice <!-- <BR> --> Read about the events shaping the Real Estate market today, find current interest rates, or browse the extensive library of advice and how-to articles written by some of the top experts in Real Estate. Updated each weekday. More Articles July Round Up: Housing Bill Approved Washington Report: Tax Provisions Re-examine Your Risk For Flood Love The House, Hate The Traffic Noise -- There Is Hope! Lucky Lang E-mail: llang@melfosterco.com Web: http://www.LuckyLang.com (563) 676-9031 Mel Foster Company (563) 823-2213 3211 E 35th St. Ct. Davenport, IA 52807 Equal Housing Opportunity

We are turning the corner!  This is a great time to buy a home!

For more information on what this recent market information from the Quad Cities means to you please call:

LUCKY LANG, QUAD-CITIES FAVORITE REALTOR^®

Lucky Lang, Realtor ^®           Licensed in Iowa & Illinois

Mel Foster Co., Inc., 3211 E. 35th Street Ct., Davenport, IA  52807-2585

Cell: (563) 676-9031    Office: (563) 823-2213    Fax: (563) 459-6720    Toll Free: (800) 791-8132 Ext. 2213

LuckyLang.com

Don't let this great real estate buying opportunity pass you by!!!

Davenport, Iowa has been given the distinction of  "A GREAT PLACE" by the Governor of the state of Iowa, Chet Culver!  You can read more about the recognition in my post:

Davenport, Iowa is a GREAT PLACE!!!

It will be announced today with a press release from the State of Iowa that Davenport, Iowa will be awarded $286,000 of the $2,000,000 available from the Iowa Great Places program.  Davenport was one of seven designated cities in round 3 (2007) of this program.  Other communities in this round included Appanoose County, Charles City, Council Bluffs, Decorah, Perry, and Valley Junction in West Des Moines. 

Remember, you heard it here FIRST on Lucky's Blog!!!

Other related stories are:

DAVENPORT IOWA MOST LIVABLE CITY IN THE USA !!!

 and

Davenport Iowa Real Estate is the Best in the USA!!!

 Lucky :)