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Real Estate Professionals Buying Homes Now

By Jeff Adolph

Residential Real Estate

Despite the onset of an economic downturn, Memphis realty is just as productive as it was before the financial doom and gloom became public knowledge. And, with interest rates at an all time low, along with real estate prices, many local Realtors are taking the opportunity to buy now.

Many Realtors are familiar with real estate trends and the ebb and flow of home availability and prices. Thus, a depreciated real estate market not only represents value buying, but also the chance to increase your asset worth in the future.

Lee McWaters, a real estate professional who has been in realty for over 20 years, knows that when real estate falls in value that it is not long before the tables turn and that value begins to appreciate once again.

"Even though we're in a recession and the real estate market was the first to drop, the real estate market will be the first to come back, in my opinion," said McWaters.

Many Realtors across the United States suggest that when you buy a home that you need to look at it from an investment point of view, not an emotional one. Plus, these realtors also feel that given the current state of realty it is time to make a move to buy now, before the market prices change.

Another Mephis Realtor, Steve Young, says he looks at buying from a business standpoint.

"If you look at real estate as an investment, buying now is the best time," said Young. "Homes are being sold and inventories of unsold homes are dropping."

Typically, the real estate rule of supply and demand dictates to price. Therefore, the less homes for sale, and the greater the demand, the higher the price. So if Memphis is seeing its home inventory dwindling then it is highly likely that in the near future demand will increase, as will prices.

Article Source: Wood, John (2009) Real Estate Experts Know its Time for Home-buying Opportunities; available online at www.commercialappeal.com

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Despite the onset of an economic downturn, Memphis realty is just as productive as it was before the financial doom and gloom became public knowledge. And, with interest rates at an all time low, along with real estate prices, many local Realtors are taking the opportunity to buy now.

Many Realtors are familiar with real estate trends and the ebb and flow of home availability and prices. Thus, a depreciated real estate market not only represents value buying, but also the chance to increase your asset worth in the future.

Lee McWaters, a real estate professional who has been in realty for over 20 years, knows that when real estate falls in value that it is not long before the tables turn and that value begins to appreciate once again.

"Even though we're in a recession and the real estate market was the first to drop, the real estate market will be the first to come back, in my opinion," said McWaters.

Many Realtors across the United States suggest that when you buy a home that you need to look at it from an investment point of view, not an emotional one. Plus, these realtors also feel that given the current state of realty it is time to make a move to buy now, before the market prices change.

Another Mephis Realtor, Steve Young, says he looks at buying from a business standpoint.

"If you look at real estate as an investment, buying now is the best time," said Young. "Homes are being sold and inventories of unsold homes are dropping."

Typically, the real estate rule of supply and demand dictates to price. Therefore, the less homes for sale, and the greater the demand, the higher the price. So if Memphis is seeing its home inventory dwindling then it is highly likely that in the near future demand will increase, as will prices.

Article Source: Wood, John (2009) Real Estate Experts Know its Time for Home-buying Opportunities; available online at www.commercialappeal.com

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Residential Real Estate

Despite the onset of an economic downturn, Memphis realty is just as productive as it was before the financial doom and gloom became public knowledge. And, with interest rates at an all time low, along with real estate prices, many local Realtors are taking the opportunity to buy now.

Many Realtors are familiar with real estate trends and the ebb and flow of home availability and prices. Thus, a depreciated real estate market not only represents value buying, but also the chance to increase your asset worth in the future.

Lee McWaters, a real estate professional who has been in realty for over 20 years, knows that when real estate falls in value that it is not long before the tables turn and that value begins to appreciate once again.

"Even though we're in a recession and the real estate market was the first to drop, the real estate market will be the first to come back, in my opinion," said McWaters.

Many Realtors across the United States suggest that when you buy a home that you need to look at it from an investment point of view, not an emotional one. Plus, these realtors also feel that given the current state of realty it is time to make a move to buy now, before the market prices change.

Another Mephis Realtor, Steve Young, says he looks at buying from a business standpoint.

"If you look at real estate as an investment, buying now is the best time," said Young. "Homes are being sold and inventories of unsold homes are dropping."

Typically, the real estate rule of supply and demand dictates to price. Therefore, the less homes for sale, and the greater the demand, the higher the price. So if Memphis is seeing its home inventory dwindling then it is highly likely that in the near future demand will increase, as will prices.

Article Source: Wood, John (2009) Real Estate Experts Know its Time for Home-buying Opportunities; available online at www.commercialappeal.com

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Knoxville Update -- January 2009

By Jeff Adolph

Residential Real Estate

Knoxville, Tennessee is unique in that residential development in this region -- unlike some areas of America -- is currently experiencing growth.

According to Knoxnews.com, developers believe that the 'allure of living in downtown Knoxville is fueling more' development in the region, with the 'Theater District' being the most sought after. This district is so named because of its close proximity to the Tennessee and Bijou Theaters.

One new project in this region that has sparked a great deal of interest is the Elliot-Glencoe building development, which are adjacent historical buildings that will be joined by a courtyard that was once and alley. This project includes: 15, two bedroom/bathroom apartments of approximately 1,500 square feet, which are being constructed by Benchmark Developments. Each of the apartments will have a fireplace, stainless appliances, and custom kitchens. The units are expected to be priced from $359,900.

Camden Turner, project manager for Benchmark Development told Knox News in a recent interview that people were really excited about the project and that there was a real need for it in the area.

Sources: Brooks, Scott (2008) Living Spaces Near Completion in Knoxville's 'Theater District' Downtown; available online at http://www.knoxnews.com

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Knoxville, Tennessee is unique in that residential development in this region -- unlike some areas of America -- is currently experiencing growth.

According to Knoxnews.com, developers believe that the 'allure of living in downtown Knoxville is fueling more' development in the region, with the 'Theater District' being the most sought after. This district is so named because of its close proximity to the Tennessee and Bijou Theaters.

One new project in this region that has sparked a great deal of interest is the Elliot-Glencoe building development, which are adjacent historical buildings that will be joined by a courtyard that was once and alley. This project includes: 15, two bedroom/bathroom apartments of approximately 1,500 square feet, which are being constructed by Benchmark Developments. Each of the apartments will have a fireplace, stainless appliances, and custom kitchens. The units are expected to be priced from $359,900.

Camden Turner, project manager for Benchmark Development told Knox News in a recent interview that people were really excited about the project and that there was a real need for it in the area.

Sources: Brooks, Scott (2008) Living Spaces Near Completion in Knoxville's 'Theater District' Downtown; available online at http://www.knoxnews.com

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Knoxville Riverwalk Development

By Jeff Adolph

 

Residential Real Estate

 

Knoxville, Tennessee - a high-profiled development team have disclosed their plans to redevelop the southern shore of the Knoxville river, in what is being referred to as 'riverwalk landing'.

 

The redevelopment will house some 60 condominiums and include a restaurant, with all work being carried out by Cardinal Enterprises who have completed several large scaled redevelopment's in the past.

 

Cardinal President Brian Conley believes the waterfront location is popular and given the longevity of the project he feels that this development may be ready as the market turns.

 

"These condominiums won't be finished for 18 months to two years," Conley said. "And I think by that time the market conditions will have changed."

 

Riverwalk is situated adjacent another residential project of some 137 townhouses and  condos, which will be constructed by 'local builder Mike Stevens.'

 

Stevens expects the site preparation to begin on this project by the end of 2008, early 2009, and it is believed that both projects will compliment each other.

 

Source: Flory, Josh (2008) Plans for Riverwalk Revealed; available online at www.knoxnews.com

 

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Knoxville, Tennessee - a high-profiled development team have disclosed their plans to redevelop the southern shore of the Knoxville river, in what is being referred to as 'riverwalk landing'.

 

The redevelopment will house some 60 condominiums and include a restaurant, with all work being carried out by Cardinal Enterprises who have completed several large scaled redevelopment's in the past.

 

Cardinal President Brian Conley believes the waterfront location is popular and given the longevity of the project he feels that this development may be ready as the market turns.

 

"These condominiums won't be finished for 18 months to two years," Conley said. "And I think by that time the market conditions will have changed."

 

Riverwalk is situated adjacent another residential project of some 137 townhouses and  condos, which will be constructed by 'local builder Mike Stevens.'

 

Stevens expects the site preparation to begin on this project by the end of 2008, early 2009, and it is believed that both projects will compliment each other.

 

Source: Flory, Josh (2008) Plans for Riverwalk Revealed; available online at www.knoxnews.com

 

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Knoxville, Tennessee - a high-profiled development team have disclosed their plans to redevelop the southern shore of the Knoxville river, in what is being referred to as 'riverwalk landing'.

 

The redevelopment will house some 60 condominiums and include a restaurant, with all work being carried out by Cardinal Enterprises who have completed several large scaled redevelopment's in the past.

 

Cardinal President Brian Conley believes the waterfront location is popular and given the longevity of the project he feels that this development may be ready as the market turns.

 

"These condominiums won't be finished for 18 months to two years," Conley said. "And I think by that time the market conditions will have changed."

 

Riverwalk is situated adjacent another residential project of some 137 townhouses and  condos, which will be constructed by 'local builder Mike Stevens.'

 

Stevens expects the site preparation to begin on this project by the end of 2008, early 2009, and it is believed that both projects will compliment each other.

 

Source: Flory, Josh (2008) Plans for Riverwalk Revealed; available online at www.knoxnews.com

 

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Residential Real Estate

 

Knoxville, Tennessee - a high-profiled development team have disclosed their plans to redevelop the southern shore of the Knoxville river, in what is being referred to as 'riverwalk landing'.

 

The redevelopment will house some 60 condominiums and include a restaurant, with all work being carried out by Cardinal Enterprises who have completed several large scaled redevelopment's in the past.

 

Cardinal President Brian Conley believes the waterfront location is popular and given the longevity of the project he feels that this development may be ready as the market turns.

 

"These condominiums won't be finished for 18 months to two years," Conley said. "And I think by that time the market conditions will have changed."

 

Riverwalk is situated adjacent another residential project of some 137 townhouses and  condos, which will be constructed by 'local builder Mike Stevens.'

 

Stevens expects the site preparation to begin on this project by the end of 2008, early 2009, and it is believed that both projects will compliment each other.

 

Source: Flory, Josh (2008) Plans for Riverwalk Revealed; available online at www.knoxnews.com

 

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Knoxville, Tennessee - a high-profiled development team have disclosed their plans to redevelop the southern shore of the Knoxville river, in what is being referred to as 'riverwalk landing'.

 

The redevelopment will house some 60 condominiums and include a restaurant, with all work being carried out by Cardinal Enterprises who have completed several large scaled redevelopment's in the past.

 

Cardinal President Brian Conley believes the waterfront location is popular and given the longevity of the project he feels that this development may be ready as the market turns.

 

"These condominiums won't be finished for 18 months to two years," Conley said. "And I think by that time the market conditions will have changed."

 

Riverwalk is situated adjacent another residential project of some 137 townhouses and  condos, which will be constructed by 'local builder Mike Stevens.'

 

Stevens expects the site preparation to begin on this project by the end of 2008, early 2009, and it is believed that both projects will compliment each other.

 

Source: Flory, Josh (2008) Plans for Riverwalk Revealed; available online at www.knoxnews.com

 

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Residential Real Estate

 

Knoxville, Tennessee - a high-profiled development team have disclosed their plans to redevelop the southern shore of the Knoxville river, in what is being referred to as 'riverwalk landing'.

 

The redevelopment will house some 60 condominiums and include a restaurant, with all work being carried out by Cardinal Enterprises who have completed several large scaled redevelopment's in the past.

 

Cardinal President Brian Conley believes the waterfront location is popular and given the longevity of the project he feels that this development may be ready as the market turns.

 

"These condominiums won't be finished for 18 months to two years," Conley said. "And I think by that time the market conditions will have changed."

 

Riverwalk is situated adjacent another residential project of some 137 townhouses and  condos, which will be constructed by 'local builder Mike Stevens.'

 

Stevens expects the site preparation to begin on this project by the end of 2008, early 2009, and it is believed that both projects will compliment each other.

 

Source: Flory, Josh (2008) Plans for Riverwalk Revealed; available online at www.knoxnews.com

 

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Knoxville, Tennessee - a high-profiled development team have disclosed their plans to redevelop the southern shore of the Knoxville river, in what is being referred to as 'riverwalk landing'.

 

The redevelopment will house some 60 condominiums and include a restaurant, with all work being carried out by Cardinal Enterprises who have completed several large scaled redevelopment's in the past.

 

Cardinal President Brian Conley believes the waterfront location is popular and given the longevity of the project he feels that this development may be ready as the market turns.

 

"These condominiums won't be finished for 18 months to two years," Conley said. "And I think by that time the market conditions will have changed."

 

Riverwalk is situated adjacent another residential project of some 137 townhouses and  condos, which will be constructed by 'local builder Mike Stevens.'

 

Stevens expects the site preparation to begin on this project by the end of 2008, early 2009, and it is believed that both projects will compliment each other.

 

Source: Flory, Josh (2008) Plans for Riverwalk Revealed; available online at www.knoxnews.com

 

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LGBT Zipcodes -- A Closer Look -- Memphis, Tennessee & Birmingham, Alabama

By Jeff Adolph

Park Side Living

With environmental issues on everyones agenda, Smart Growth America, a national green space coalition is looking to develop more parkland's like New York's 843 acre Central Park.

"We grew so rapidly in the '80s & '90s in the rate we were consuming land, people did become alarmed, says David Goldberg, spokesman for Smart Growth America. This desire for parkland and capitalizing on natural assets is really taking hold."

The bonuses associated with park side real estate are:

1. Increased property value and demand;
2. Parkland's ease environmental concerns; and
3. Greenbelts provide an attractive and healthy environment.

Parks that are in progress in LGBT areas are:

Tennessee -- 4,500 acre Shelby Farms in Memphis, which is said to be a representation of a park in the 21st Century. The former prison farm will comprise of approximately 2,250 acres of parks and three residential areas.

Alabama -- U.S Steel sold a 1,100 acre site at Red Mountain in Birmingham for $7 million to park developers when it was estimated to be worth $16 million. the park will have 18 miles of trails and fishing ponds. 

Main Story Source: Nasser, Haya El (2008) Huge Parks Follow Demand for More Green Space; available online at www.usatoday.com

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Around the Nation -- Residential Real Estate Update - Tennessee

By Jeff Adolph

State-by-state

Situated in the Southern region of the U.S.A, this state is ranked as the 36th largest by land mass and the 16th largest by population with 5,689,283 people residing in this region.

This states economy relies heavily on cattle, textiles, cotton, electrical power, and soybeans. It's largest corporations include FedEx, AutoZone and International Paper.

there is no income tax in this state on wages or salaries, however income from stocks, bonds ans shares is taxed at 6%. this state has a 6% sales tax, and residential property is taxed at 25% of fair market value.

Memphis

Homes are typically sitting on the market for 60-90 days in this region with the median home price hovering around $150,000. The market trend in this area is said to be stable with no changes recorded and prices are remaining consistent with last years figures.

with more sellers than buyer in the region, buyers are getting 85-90% of their asking price and the hottest valued market in this region is based on population growth.

Local interest rates are good and the market is stable here which makes for good investment opportunities.

LGBT Real Estate Facts: There are approximately 10,189 same-sex couples residing in Tennessee making this region the 18th gayest state in America. The gayest zip codes in this locality are 38104 Crosstown, Memphis; 37013 Antioch; 37211 Woodline, Nashville; and 37206 East Nashville. -- gaydemographics.com

Main Story Source: House Hunt (2008) Real Estate Market Trends; available online at http://www.househunt.com

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State-by-state

Situated in the Southern region of the U.S.A, this state is ranked as the 36th largest by land mass and the 16th largest by population with 5,689,283 people residing in this region.

This states economy relies heavily on cattle, textiles, cotton, electrical power, and soybeans. It's largest corporations include FedEx, AutoZone and International Paper.

there is no income tax in this state on wages or salaries, however income from stocks, bonds ans shares is taxed at 6%. this state has a 6% sales tax, and residential property is taxed at 25% of fair market value.

Memphis

Homes are typically sitting on the market for 60-90 days in this region with the median home price hovering around $150,000. The market trend in this area is said to be stable with no changes recorded and prices are remaining consistent with last years figures.

with more sellers than buyer in the region, buyers are getting 85-90% of their asking price and the hottest valued market in this region is based on population growth.

Local interest rates are good and the market is stable here which makes for good investment opportunities.

LGBT Real Estate Facts: There are approximately 10,189 same-sex couples residing in Tennessee making this region the 18th gayest state in America. The gayest zip codes in this locality are 38104 Crosstown, Memphis; 37013 Antioch; 37211 Woodline, Nashville; and 37206 East Nashville. -- gaydemographics.com

Main Story Source: House Hunt (2008) Real Estate Market Trends; available online at http://www.househunt.com

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Tennessee and Residential Real Estate

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Residential Real Estate

Despite recent reports of a sluggish housing market, East Tennessee has a hot,hot,hot apartment sector.

Yes, there were some deals that were commercial that made real estate headlines, but the states realty market was dominated by apartments and buyers wanting to buy, buy, buy.

Steve massey, executive vice president at CB Richard Ellis in Nashville (voted 42nd in the country for LGBT couples to live), a company who specializes in multifamily properties said, 'There were a lot of buyers with equity to put into deals and a lot of lenders willing to provide financing on favorable terms.'

Rental income growth if your looking to invest in Knoxville is picking up according to chief economists in the region.

Sam Chandron, chief economist for REIS data, a New York research firm said, 'Rent growth is now picking up and vacancy is now falling, because of limited apartment development activity.'

Broker with Coldwell, Steve Goldman, feels that the next 5-10 years will see a strong apartment market emerge.

The best deals in this region are-- Forest Ridge Apartments; First Tennessee Plaza; Goody's Headquarters; Eagle Pointe and Courtyard Apartments; Woodland West Apartments; Crossing Place Apartments; Walden Legacy Apartments; University Heights Apartments; Walker-Sherill Property; and Gander Mountain Store.

Real Estate Fact: Tennessee has an estimated population of over 6,000,000 people of these 1-2% are estimated to be gay. The city of Knoxville is ranked as the 2nd in the state of Tennessee in terms of homes sold -- 1,148 homes sold in the last quarter of 2007 with a median price of $184,000 -- Nextag and Wikipedia. 

Source: Flory, Josh (2008) Apartments Top 2007 Real Estate Deals; available on-line at www.knoxnews.com

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Residential Real Estate

Despite recent reports of a sluggish housing market, East Tennessee has a hot,hot,hot apartment sector.

Yes, there were some deals that were commercial that made real estate headlines, but the states realty market was dominated by apartments and buyers wanting to buy, buy, buy.

Steve massey, executive vice president at CB Richard Ellis in Nashville (voted 42nd in the country for LGBT couples to live), a company who specializes in multifamily properties said, 'There were a lot of buyers with equity to put into deals and a lot of lenders willing to provide financing on favorable terms.'

Rental income growth if your looking to invest in Knoxville is picking up according to chief economists in the region.

Sam Chandron, chief economist for REIS data, a New York research firm said, 'Rent growth is now picking up and vacancy is now falling, because of limited apartment development activity.'

Broker with Coldwell, Steve Goldman, feels that the next 5-10 years will see a strong apartment market emerge.

The best deals in this region are-- Forest Ridge Apartments; First Tennessee Plaza; Goody's Headquarters; Eagle Pointe and Courtyard Apartments; Woodland West Apartments; Crossing Place Apartments; Walden Legacy Apartments; University Heights Apartments; Walker-Sherill Property; and Gander Mountain Store.

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Brownlow Development Has A Green Light

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LGBT Developments

Despite a rocky real estate climate, Brownlow Lofts (building pictured left) developers in Knoxville are set to proceed with the project.

The development team of the Brownlow Lofts are not perplexed by the threat of an unstable national economy and equally unsteady real estate market. As locals in the Knoxville region point-out 'Knoxville's real estate scene' is much more stable than others though it too has cooled.

Residents are said to be elated with the decision to continue with the Brownlow development as the present condition of the old elementary school is a disgrace.

Tammy Hardin and her husband, B.K, part of a firm that bought into the redevelopment felt it was a buyers market if you were smart.

'...any chance you can sort of help rebuild something like that and make it a viable, profitable venture, I think that's good,' said B.K Hardin.

Hardin added, 'It's a buy and hold market. Real estate's going to go back up. It always has.'

Local Realtors feel that the building is what is referred to as a 'sleeper'.

Brownlow Lofts are predicted to be complete by the Fall of 2008 and will cost approximately $6 million to convert into 35 condominiums.

Source: Flory, Josh (2007) Florey: Group Set to Restore Brownlow; available online at www.knoxnews.com

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Knoxville Updated

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Re-development and the Market

Knoxville residences have always been pre-sold as they have been re-developed, now as the real estate market slows so to are condominium sales, with many residences being completed and still awaiting owners.

Developer and architect, Mark Heinz who works with Dewhirst Properties said, 'I think it's fair to say that downtown Knoxville has been affected by the housing-market slump, but fortunately we're some what insulated. There's a relatively small amount on the market, and downtown only has a finite amount of space to develop.'

Knoxville is what could be reffered to as an 'exclusive area' with prices ranging from $50 to $100 per square foot.

Wayne Blauis, a developer of Gay Street's Phoenix Building and now partner in the Gallery Lofts has a $765,000 unit un-sold, whereas the $661,000 sold only last month.

As Blauis said of the remaining unit, 'we knew that would have to be a special buyer.'

Heinz and Blauis both felt prices in the area wouldn't fall much as it was just too expensive to re-develop buildings into accommodation and the prices would need to remain fairly consistent in order for a profit to made, plus the demand in the area was far greater than the building availability.

Source: Neely, J (2007) Metro Pulse: Knoxville's Weekly Voice; available online at http://metropulse.com/articles/2007/17_39/citybeat.html

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JFG Building Redevelopment

By Jeff Adolph

Knoxville Update

Construction to convert the JFG Building at 200 W.Jackson Avenue, Knoxville is likely to commence in March. The six-story property owned by David Dewhirst shall be a combination of retail and residential space.

For Dewhirst this will be his third project in the area with the Cherokee Building located at 400 Church Avenue nearing completion and the 14-story Holston Building expected to be finished by next Spring.

As Dewhirst said of his developments, 'there's so many folks that rent here for a year or so and love it and then go ahead and buy a unit.'

The plan for Dewhirst's newest acquisition is to build nine units per floor -- 3 studio apartments - 3 two-bedroom and 3 one-bedroom units -- with rents starting from $500 per month.

Source: Flory, J (2007) Flory Hot Plans for the JFG Building; available online at http://www.knoxnews.com/news/2007/jul/25/hot-plansfor-the-jfgbuilding/

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Have Your Say On the LGBT Political Front - August 19th 2007

By Jeff Adolph

LGBT Politics

In a national first, the Democrats are challenging the Republicans by staging a debate that is dedicated to the LGBT community and will answer many of the issues facing Lesbians, Gays, Bi-sexual's and the Transgendered across the nation.

The leading candidates for the Democratic  nomination for presidency will actively involve themselves in this debate on August the 9th, which is being telecast by LOGO, a gay cable network. Alternatively, you may view proceedings on http://www.logoonline.com/ if you are unable to access the network.

Participants in the debate will include Hilary Clinton, Barack Obama and John Edwards (pictured above), with the moderators being singer Melissa Etheridge and Joe Solmonese, Human Rights Campaign's president.

If you would like to actively participate by lodging questions for the candidates to answer you may do so by logging on to LOGOonline.com as well as on HRC.org.

Source: Demorcrats to Hold Gay Debate (2007) available online at www.wweek.com

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