Brenda Jackson's (bjackson) Blog

Two words....Get Prequalified!  Before you go and look inside the home of your dreams it is a good idea to sit down with your lender and get prequalified.  Lenders are asking for more documentation these days so be ready to show them copies of everything except your kitchen sink. The process can ...

As I watch the sun rise over Mt. Harris from my home office window the morning bird calls are music to my ears.  We have feeders and nesting boxes all over our ten acres and are rewarded with a constantly changing array of our fine feathered friends.  We've had more humming birds than in years pa...

Here is the conclusion to the new HAFA regulations that goes into effect on 4/5/2010. HAFA prohibits the servicers from requiring the consumer to carry on any future liability for any uncollected debt arising from the short sale of a consumers property (NO cash contribution, NO promissory note or...

This information came to me from Paul Robinson, Senior Mortgage Banker, The Robinson Lending Group, Northwest Mortgage Group   It is no secret that interest rates have been at historically low levels for months.  That is about to change, and here's why: •1.      The Federal Reserve Bank is ending...

I am of the opinion that Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae need to become equitalble in their placement of listing with Brokers in all areas.  My experience is that while we are all asked (if you signed up) to provide BPO's, the listing always goes to the same Brokerage Firm. We were all participants in...

With little snow on the ground, the roads clear and the sun shining I have to remind myself that it is winter. This time last year we were knee deep in the white stuff (which I love)!  My husband and I cross country ski from our back door onto our property and when we're really ambitious we head ...

 This is from the HUD site about Chinese or problematic drywall  This should be helpful for those who have questions about getting help with your home. This is the post from HUD www.brendajackson.com Service Beyond Expectations! If you know someone who could use my services in Union County Oregon...

I just received this from a friend and thought it deserved sharing...so heads up! Not too many carjackings in La Grande that I know of, but it doesn't hurt to be aware of your surroundings!WARNING FROM POLICETHIS APPLIES TO BOTH WOMEN AND MEN BEWARE OF PAPER ON THE BACK WINDOW OF YOUR VEHICLE--NE...

I've noticed a trend, albeit a small one scattered throughout Union County.  In an effort to share the costs of a mortgage and general living expenses people have started moving in together. Just like in times of old there are several generations living under one roof and all contributing their e...

We're pretty excited about our latest technological addition to our marketing that benefits both Sellers and Buyers.  When you're out driving around Union County and see a for sale sign you can now download an application to your Smart Phone that will allow you instant access to the property info...