home buyers: St. Louis Mortgage News - Housing Assistance Tax Act of 2008 - 08/04/08 11:38 PM
On July 30, 2008, President Bush signed into law the "Housing Assistance Tax Act of 2008" (the Housing Act). It includes a $15.1 billion package of housing tax incentives. Here are the highlights of the bill for homeowners and first time home buyers.by Chris Scheer, Cornerstone Mortgage, O'Fallon, MO
Part OneProperty Tax … (0 comments)
home buyers: St. Louis Real Estate - Mortgage News - Foreclosure - 06/16/08 08:49 PM
Summer is almost here! by Chris Scheer, Cornerstone Mortgage, O'Fallon, MO
After spending 5 of the last 7 days on the golf course, I realized (not for the first time) that my future is not in professional golf. Thus I am resigned to continuing to help people achieve the American Dream … (2 comments)
home buyers: St. Louis Real Estate - Building Inspection - The Report - 06/02/08 07:53 PM
UNDERSTANDING THE REPORT by Harry Morrell, Allied Building Inspection, ASHI Certified Inspector
Home inspection reports have made dramatic changes from its earliest beginnings of 25-30 years ago to now. Although there still are old time inspectors providing hand written check lists type reports, most of today's inspectors provide comprehensive computer generated … (0 comments)
home buyers: St. Louis Real Estate - Mortgage News - Live Talk - 05/19/08 12:04 PM
Someone Finally Heard the Message! by Chris Scheer, Branch Manager, Cornerstone Mortgage, O'Fallon, MO
Stop the presses! After attempting to brand myself as "Your Residential Lending Expert" for over the past 2 years, one of my past clients has finally heard the message. Dave Simons who hosts the "Dollars and Sense" … (0 comments)
home buyers: St. Louis Real Estate - Mortgage News - Declining Market 2 - 05/13/08 08:20 PM
Declining Markets Part 2 by Chris Scheer, Branch Manager, Cornerstone Mortgage, O'Fallon, MO
So what defines a "Declining Market?" Some investors have taken their large paintbrush out and if an area; county, city or zip code has seen their average sales price drop in the last quarter; they are calling it … (0 comments)
home buyers: St. Louis Real Estate - Building Inspection - New Construction - 05/09/08 08:39 PM
NEW CONSTRUCTION INSPECTIONS by Harry Morrell ASHI Certified Inspector, Allied Building Inspection
For those buyers that are considering a new home purchase and believe the home inspection should be waived just because it is a new home, BEWARE. There are many circumstances to consider when buying a new home relating … (0 comments)
home buyers: St. Louis Real Estate - Mortgage News - The NEW King - 03/19/08 08:44 PM
FHA is the King! The top Dog! The new economic stimulus package has allowed HUD to raise its maximum loan amounts for FHA loans depending upon the county of the property. For those in the St. Louis, Missouri area, that means we now can do an FHA loan for up to $281,250. … (1 comments)
home buyers: St. Louis Real Estate - Hey St. Louis Home Buyers Wake UP - 09/02/07 07:16 PM
Guess who is living in the 6th most affordable real estate market in the country? YOU ARE, so wake up and quit waiting for a bottom or you'll miss a great opportunity to buy. According to a FORBES.com article " Most Affordable U.S. Real Estate Markets " by Matt Woolsey, St. Louis is the sixth … (0 comments)
home buyers: St. Louis Real Estate - Radon Testing A-B-C's - 08/30/07 12:11 PM
RADON TESTING by Harry Morrell, ASHI Certified Inspector, #203651 Radon Testing and presence should be a concern to both home owners listing their home for sale and home buyers making a purchase. As for sellers, getting ready to list their home, Radon Testing, should be included with a full building inspection and … (1 comments)
home buyers: Tips on finding a "Home Inspector" for St. Louis Real Estate. - 06/04/07 08:13 PM
Another great post from our guest writer, Harry Morrell, ASHI certified home inspector. Contact Harry at Allied Building Inspections.If you are buying a home in a major metropolitan area in the United States and you have a Realtor representing you it is highly likely that your Realtor will recommend a full home … (0 comments)
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On July 30, 2008, President Bush signed into law the "Housing Assistance Tax Act of 2008" (the Housing Act). It includes a $15.1 billion package of housing tax incentives. Here are the highlights of the bill for homeowners and first time home buyers.by Chris Scheer, Cornerstone Mortgage, O'Fallon, MO
