Archives of real estate blog entries for July 16, 2012 (Page 2)

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Down Payment Requirements, Credit, and Interest Rates. Finding Reliable Info - 09:11 AM
There are quite a few financing alternatives that are available today.  It is in a buyers (or those looking to refinance) best interest to shop around and find out what’s available.  Often, contacting a good Realtor can be a great source of information as they have relationships with good lenders.
Via Gene Mundt Mortgage Lender Chicagoland Mortgage Lending (815.277.4036 www.genemundt.com):
 
Down Payment Requirements, Credit, and Interest Rates. Finding Reliable Info ...                     Today ... I'm frustrated. And maybe just a tad ticked too.                Why??           Because I ran across … (2 comments)

Atlanta Home Buyers need to know...Part 5 - 09:12 AM
Good advice not only for Atlanta home buyers from Kathy Sheehan Sandy Springs, GA.  Many former distressed owners can find themselves eligible for loans sooner than they had previously thought.
Via Kathy Sheehan (Community & Southern Bank):
Atlanta home buyers need to know that there is hope for making a purchase after a short sale or a foreclosure.  If you were one of the many Georgians lost their homes through foreclosure in 2008 and 2009, now may be the time to start thinking about purchasing a home again.
For an FHA mortgage, you can qualify for a new mortgage 3 years after a … (2 comments)

The Difference Between “Judicial” and Nonjudicial” Foreclosure - 09:12 AM
There’s a huge difference in foreclosures among the different states in the US.  Myrl Jeffcoat Sacramento, CA writes about judicial vs. nonjudicial foreclosures.  In Florida, all foreclosures are judicial.  
Via Myrl Jeffcoat (Real Living Great West Real Estate):
Saturday evening while meandering about town and completing errands, my car radio was tuned to Sacramento local station, KFBK, and “The United Law Center’s Ask Steve For Free” show.
 
I often listen to attorneys, Steve Foondos and John Sargetis, who host the show, because they are a legal resource for homeowners in trouble with their mortgages here in Sacramento.  Steve and John offer … (1 comments)

From Sprinkler Systems To Title Insurance - 09:13 AM
Very often Realtor’s need to know a little bit about just about everything.  Barbara-Jo from Palm Harbor, Florida writes about her recent experiences.   There’s a lot more to the real estate business than most people realize.
Via Barbara-Jo's Beach Blog - Palm Harbor Florida Real Estate (Charles Rutenberg Realty):
From sprinkler systems to title insurance, our clients turn to us for everything and we need to know how to address their problems.
A prime example is a pending sale I currently have. The sprinkler system did not work during the home inspection, so this afternoon I will be going out for the third … (2 comments)

NJ Home Stager: Creating Ambiance When Selling - 09:14 AM
It’s very often my greatest pleasure to show well kept homes that have been professionally prepared.  So much more enjoyable than trying to look past toys, laundry, old knick-knack's, etc.  Imagine showing these homes presented by Kristine Ginsberg from Morris County, NJ.
Via Kristine Ginsberg Morris County, NJ Stager (Morris County, NJ: Elite Staging and Redesign, LLC):
 NJ Home Stager: Creating Ambiance When Selling
 When selling your NJ home you want buyers to love it the minute they walk in the door. One objective of this Morris County stager is to create that feeling of “home sweet home” by adding ambiance: The … (0 comments)

Will Someone PLEASE Feature My D@%&M Post!! - 09:16 AM
I don’t know if the powers that be will feature Broker Bryant's post or not.  But, just so he won’t get too mad, I’ll re-blog this one here!  :-)
I'm a little late, since it looks like BB has his feature!
Via Bryant Tutas-Tutas Towne Realty, Inc:
Do you ever get frustrated because your articles are never featured on Active Rain? Do you get tired of seeing the same old faces on the featured board.  Like mine :) I admit that I’m one of the “popular” bloggers. Some say it’s because I’m sooooo good looking.

But it’s probably just because I … (2 comments)

Tallest Building in NYC | One World Trade Center - 09:17 AM
Interesting to see what’s happening at the World Trade Center site.  The newest and tallest building in NYC going up rapidly. A really excellent update from Mitchell Hall of New York City.
Via Mitchell Hall NYC Real Estate Broker (The Corcoran Group):
Last month, President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama visited One World Trade to take a private tour to see the progress of construction.  It was their first visit since the 10th anniversary of 9/11. They were welcomed on Flag Day, June 14, by New York Governor Andrew Cuomo, New Jersey Governor Chris Christie, Mayor Michael Bloomberg, Port Authority … (0 comments)

Friday the 13th done fell on a Friday this month! - 09:17 AM
Hope every one made it through last week’s Friday the 13’th.  Alan may has decided to fill us in on some history about Friday the 13’ths.  We’ve got a few more of these coming up this year.
Via Alan May, Coldwell Banker Realtor® Evanston, Illinois & Northern Suburbs (847.425.3779 almay@aol.com):
Friday the 13th.
Terminology that can set fear in the hearts of men.  Do we really want to schedule a closing for Friday the 13th?  Do we even want to show a property, or get in the car?  What is it about Friday the 13th that causes our hearts to beat … (4 comments)

Sorry, Just Like I Thought – In This Market, Flippin’ is For Flipper - 02:54 AM
Pamela Seley Knows Her Business. 
What I found so fascinating about this analysis of potential fixer-uppers was that, for "investment buyers", if you're looking for a quick and easy profit for little work and out of pocket costs, GET REAL.
It's probably not going to happen.  I've gotten these inquiries for decades from "wanna-be TITANs of real estate investments.  Marginal price ranges along with marginal cash investments, avoidance of permits, etc. don't represent the true picture of successful real estate investment buyer/sellers.
I love the analysis that Pamela gives each property.  She shows clearly how close margins do not good … (17 comments)

Woodbridge, Virginia Town Home Condos are HOT. 1600-2400 sq. ft. $300,000 Range - 12:10 PM
TOWNHOME CONDOS IN POTOMAC CLUB.
Folks who know real estate in Woodbridge Virginia, know that these TOWNHOME CONDOS are very popular and smart buyers will appreciate the size, style and amenities included in these homes and in the community.
The lower two levels offer about 1600 sauare feet of space, 2 car garage.The upper two levels offer about 2200-2400 square feet of space, 2 car garage.
Visit the homes for sale below and enjoy the interior photos. 
 
$299,900 2265 OBERLIN DR #444A 3 Bedrooms 2 full 1 half Baths MLS# PW7858287 WOODBRIDGE Zip: 22191 Subdivision: POTOMAC CLUB Status: ACTIVE … (1 comments)

Alta Mesa Home Sale in June 2012! - 01:15 PM
The beautiful community of Alta Mesa in Mesa found itself on the receiving end of some pretty great sales stats for the month of June. With a total of 1 home sale with an average of 45 days on the market, Alta Mesa exemplified what it means to sell quality homes in a quality area. 
Of the homes sold in the month of June, the median price per square foot was $101.25. That's a pretty average figure compared to reports on the Alta Mesa community in the recent months.
While these reports should be viewed as a trend and since all … (0 comments)

Home Sales for June in the Villages of Eastridge Community - 01:22 PM
 
The beautiful community of Villages of Eastridge in Mesa found itself on the receiving end of some pretty great sales stats for the month of June. With a total of 7 home sales with an average of 38 days on the market, Villages of Eastridge exemplified what it means to sell quality homes in a quality area. 
Of the homes sold in the month of June, the median price per square foot was $86.68. That's a pretty average figure compared to reports on the Villages of Eastridge community in the recent months.
While these reports should be viewed as a … (0 comments)

Augusta Ranch Home Sales for June 2012 - 01:34 PM
The beautiful community of Augusta Ranch in Mesa found itself on the receiving end of some pretty great sales stats for the month of June. With a total of 8 home sales with an average of 40 days on the market, Augusta Ranch exemplified what it means to sell quality homes in a quality area. 
Of the homes sold in the month of June, the median price per square foot was $93.98. That's a pretty average figure compared to reports on the Augusta Ranch community in the recent months.
While these reports should be viewed as a trend and since all … (0 comments)

Villages at Queen Creek Home Sales for June 2012 - 01:38 PM
The beautiful community of Villages at Queen Creek in Queen Creek found itself on the receiving end of some pretty great sales stats for the month of June. With a total of 15 home sales with an average of 64 days on the market, Villages at Queen Creek exemplified what it means to sell quality homes in a quality area. 
Of the homes sold in the month of June, the median price per square foot was $72.93. That's a pretty average figure compared to reports on the Villages at Queen Creek community in the recent months.
While these reports should be … (0 comments)

If You Want to Purchase a Home, It's Not as Hard as You Think! - 04:16 PM
If You Want to Purchase a Home, It's Not as Hard as You Think!
All we've been hearing lately is that mortgages are so hard to come by.
I don't think that's necessarily true.
Sure, you have to have a decent credit score, been on your job for a certain amount of time and have some money for a down payment and closing costs, but there are a few good options out there.
Conventional loans are typically 20% down, but I've been told that you can get in for as little as 5%, depending on the loan program.
FHA loans require … (2 comments)

Overrated and Underrated. July 16, 2012 - 05:42 PM
Overrated and Underrated. July 16, 2012
Sorry, it's been a couple of weeks since I wrote an O & U.
Overrated - Pancakes. Sure, they're fine every once in a while, but all those carbs? It's ridiculous! Batter, syrup, butter = grossness for your body!
Underrated - French Toast. Yes, it's a slice of bread, and probably some syrup, but it had Egg attached to it! That's protein, boys and girls. Good stuff!
Some people put salt on their french toast instead of syrup or whatever. Those people are Nuts!
… (14 comments)

May 2012 Danville Home Sales - 07:21 PM
The neighborhood of Danville experienced a growth in closed sales of single family detached homes in May by 18%; succeeding a 15% increase in April. Over April, the median sales price and the median price per square foot also built up.
From 60 homes in April, closed sales increased to 71 homes throughout May. Comparative to the closed sales in May 2011, this growth to 71 homes served a 27% increase. For consecutive months in Danville, May has been the fifth month to have an increase in closed sales.
From $835,000 in April, the median sales price increased to $850,000 in May … (0 comments)

June 2012 Twin Creeks San Ramon Market Update - 07:35 PM
Through the last six months, the community of Twin Creeks, San Ramon remained a popular area to live in; most homes get sold fast.  24 homes were purchased during this span of time; 30 homes during the preceding six month period; and 28 homes during the same period a year ago. There has been one active listing and an additional 12 pending sales.
The active listing is not distressed – short sale or REO. It stayed on the market for one week. Its asking price is 333 per square foot or a total of $675,000. The property is located on Campeche Court.
… (0 comments)

June 2012 Tassajara Ranch Danville Market Update - 08:39 PM
activity through the last six months. As compared to 10 sales accounted within the prior six month period and five sales within the same period a year ago, only three sales have closed through the past six months. There are five pending sales and only one active listing.
The active listing, which is located on Zenith Ridge Drive, has been on the market for 19 days. The property is not distressed - short sale or REO – and has a list price of $353 per square foot or a total of $795,000.
The five pending sales have an average list price … (0 comments)

June 2012 Deer Ridge & Vista San Ramon Market Update - 08:44 PM
Over the past six months, the communities of Deer Ridge and Vista San Ramon of San Ramon carried on its gain in activity.
For this six month period, nine sales have closed. Within the preceding six month period, five sales have closed and only one within the same period a year ago. There are two pending sales and two active listings.
The two active listings have an average asking price of $311 per square foot or a total of $862,475. The homes are not distressed – short sale or REO. They have been on the market for a little over a month.
The … (0 comments)

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