Phoenix RE Bar Camp Revisited..... - 10:15 PM
I just posted on my Positive Real Estate Professionals blog site, (which is a great blog site by the way, you should check it out.) It was one of my follow up to the Phoenix RE Bar camp. Rather than reinventing the wheel, I though that I would just add my blog to this one.
Darcy and I just returned home from the Phoenix RE Bar camp. What a great event! I can't believe all the great things that we learned. This from those that are out selling real estate on a daily basis, so the information is fresh and current. … (6 comments)
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What a Sacramento Short Sale and Let's Make a Deal Have in Common - 09:35 AM
I just listed another short sale home, this time in Carmichael, and even managed to stop off for a manicure. With my days, it's hard to squeeze in time to get my nails done. Jeopardy was on the TV at the nail salon. I'm always astonished when I know the questions on Jeopardy, especially when the contestants don't. For example, I knew that a cat who drapes in your arms is a ragdoll. I also knew the airport in Seoul is Incheon. But that's because I've been to South Korea and I love cats. Not because I store a vast amount … (12 comments)
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Oh Crap! Paid Links are SPAM. The Death of Link Farms. - 10:17 PM
Yes, really.
Lt. Warf of Star Trek might say "Today is a good day to die." Klingon's like to battle and they often speak of being victorious and an honorable death.
I hardly doubt this is what a few thousand link farms are going to be saying when they have their weekly staff meetings next Monday. Because with just one algorithm change, Google has made Link Farms as extinct as the dinosaurs that once roamed the earth millions of years ago.
March might have showed that the market grew with 162,000 new jobs. But I can pretty much guarantee you … (10 comments)
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To Show or Not to Show an Overpriced Listing - A Buyer Agent Perspective - 04:33 PM
Jonathan Benya's recent ActiveRain post about "Why Some Homes Never Sell", discussing the widespread epidemic of overpriced listings and unrealistic sellers, generated a lot of comments. Most were from listing agents taking the "Just Say No" pledge. One commenter, though, laid some blame at the feet of buyer agents for not showing overpriced listings and encouraging offers to bring a dose of reality to those recalitrant and stubborn sellers.
I work as an exclusive buyer agent, and dutifully defended my side, singing a buyer agent version of the "Just Say No" chorus, that showing overpriced listings is as much a waste … (0 comments)
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Eastvale Corona CA Home For Sale - 09:46 PM
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North Texas gets ready to say Goodbye to Texas Stadium - 07:08 AM
Texas Stadium ImplosionApril 11th 20107:00am
Texas Stadium was once home to my favorite NFL team aka America's Team (wink, wink) the Dallas Cowboys. After standing proud for 39 years, North Texas gets ready to say Farewell to Texas Stadium tomorrow (Sunday April 11th 2010) at 7:00am.
For those of you whose never been in the stadium, Texas Stadium is located in the city of Irving - a suburb of Dallas TX. Texas Stadium was built in 1971 to replace the aging Cotton Bowl. Its capacity was 65,000 seats. But in 2009, Jerry Jones - the owner of Dallas Cowboys … (17 comments)
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SHORT SALES WITH HAFA: THE PROGRAM WILL DENY YOUR APPLICATION IF YOU. . . - 06:53 AM
SHORT SALES WITH HAFA: THE PROGRAM WILL DENY YOUR APPLICATION IF YOU. . . HOME AFFORDABLE FORECLOSURE ALTERNATIVES (HAFA) PROGRAM HAS BEEN IMPLEMENTED TO ASSIST HOMEOWNERS IN DISTRESS. Home Affordable Foreclosure Alternative
The HAFA Program became effective April 5th 2010, servicers may participate immediately, or as soon as is practical. The primary options available through HAFA include Short Sale and Deed-in-Lieu of Foreclosure.
HAFA Program Denials . . AVOID THIS AT ALL COSTS . . The Home Affordable Foreclosure Alternatives (HAFA) Program was designed for people that request to be included in this program and qualify .
HAFA is … (4 comments)
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SHORT SALES WITH HAFA: PARTICIPATING LENDERS - 07:05 AM
SHORT SALES WITH HAFA: PARTICIPATING LENDERS HOME AFFORDABLE FORECLOSURE ALTERNATIVES (HAFA) PROGRAM HAS BEEN IMPLEMENTED TO ASSIST HOMEOWNERS IN DISTRESS. Home Affordable Foreclosure Alternative
The HAFA Program became effective April 5th 2010, servicers may participate immediately, or as soon as is practical. The primary options available through HAFA include Short Sale and Deed-in-Lieu of Foreclosure.
Participating Lenders that have already agree. . This is a partial list, please call me for the latest list since this is a new program. . most major banks are embracing HAFA
Aurora Loan Services, LLC Bank of America, NA Chase Home Finance, … (6 comments)
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SHORT SALES WITH HAFA: DEFICIENCY JUDGMENT.. NOT SO SCARY ANYMORE - 07:34 AM
SHORT SALES WITH HAFA: DEFICIENCY JUDGMENT.. NOT SO SCARY ANYMORE HOME AFFORDABLE FORECLOSURE ALTERNATIVES (HAFA) PROGRAM HAS BEEN IMPLEMENTED TO ASSIST HOMEOWNERS IN DISTRESS. Home Affordable Foreclosure Alternative
The HAFA Program became effective April 5th 2010, servicers may participate immediately, or as soon as is practical. The primary options available through HAFA include Short Sale and Deed-in-Lieu of Foreclosure.
With HAFA. . . Lenders will not pursue a deficiency judgment for the shorted amount.
Your home is worth $300,000 and sell it as a SHORT SALE with HAFA . .
PROBLEM: . . .but your Mortgage is $500,000
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First Time Home Buyer Alert! - 02:50 PM
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Calling All Investors: Potential Cash-Cow! - 02:56 PM
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Warrenville Market Update - April 10, 2010 - 11:19 PM
There are 77 detached homes on the market of which 16 are under contract.
There are 94 attached homes on the market of which 16 are under contract.
That means 17 - 20% of the homes are under contract.....a definite improvement in the marketplace. However prices have declined quite a bit and we are back to pricing of the early 2000's.
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5 Bed, 4 Bath, 2839 square feet, with a Walk-Out basement! - 12:32 PM
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Amazing 4 Bed, 3 Bath, 2,976 square feet - 12:36 PM
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Shifting Gears In Your Business For A Smooth But Fast Ride - 02:11 PM
In Texas you get your fair share of chances to ride horses. The county I live in has more horses than any other in the state and if you ride every once in awhile or own a horse you learn about their gaits, their walk and run styles. You can relate this to
Shifting Gears In Your Business For A Smooth But Fast Ride.
The basic walk is good for beginners and grandpas on trail rides. Safe but no thrill. The trot is adventuresome but fairly jarring and not very smooth on your body. The fast gallop is like the Lone … (26 comments)
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How Much Can Debt Settlment Save You? - 04:29 PM
How much can you expect to save with Debt Settlement?. We estimate a 50% settlement, depending on the creditors that you have. Historically settlements are between 40% - 50% of the balance at time of settlement. This video explains it:
I've created a series of blog posts based on frequently asked questions that I get from my client. Follow these links to find out more.
Video 1: How Does Debt Settlement Work Video 2: Debt Settlement Process and Overview Video 3: How Do I qualify for Debt Negotiation? Video 4: How much will I save? Video 5: What will … (3 comments)
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Proud to be an American - 05:58 PM
No matter how many times I see it, the American flag makes me smile and is something that I will never get tired of taking pictures of. When I look at the colors and how they make me feel they are something that is really indescribable. I’m proud to be an American and though many in this country have lost their way and I have even heard the words “Embarrassed, Ashamed and Disgusted” associated with America in the past few years. I truly do believe even those people will find their way back to realize that we really … (27 comments)
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Realtor Lawsuits? - 06:19 AM
I had someone yesterday tell me that supposedly homeowners who have lost their homes to foreclosure are coming after agents and suing because their home didn't sell and ended up being foreclosed on. Supposedly the lawyers are going after the E&O Insurance in these cases. Anyone out there hear about this? Anyone have it happen to them? Give the rest of us some details if its happened to you or you know about this happening to someone else.
Thanks!
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Phone or Email, Do you have a Preference? - 10:34 PM
In a response to my last blog someone pointed out the need to email so that you create a paper trail which led me to write this. I have been a strong proponent of email for quite some time for exactly the reason mentioned; a paper trail. Invariably it seems if I'm going to get burned on something it's because I had a phone conversation and didn't back it up with an email or have an email conversation to begin with. I have in the past even used software, that I found very useful by the way, that would track the … (8 comments)
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Clint Eastwood says, "Go Ahead. Make My Day...." - 12:01 PM
Go Ahead. Make My Day....
and head on over to www.justNChomes.com
to begin the quest to find your new
Raleigh/ Cary/ Apex, North Carolina home!By clicking on www.justNChomes.com, you can search the entire Raleigh/ Cary/ Apex area MLS with my FREE/ No obligation custom home search tool.You're ready to buy a new home. Go ahead. Make my day!
About The Author Craig Rutman is a North Carolina Residential Real Estate Specialist that can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of real estate in the Raleigh - Cary – Apex metro areas; or any place … (34 comments)
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