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real estate: IRS Extends Tax Credit To Anyone Serving in the Armed Forces for One More Year - 05/17/10 12:05 PM
The IRS has extended the $8,000 tax credit to anyone serving in the Armed Forces (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines and National Guard).
In order to be eligible for the extended tax credit, a member of the Armed Forces must have been on official extended duty outside of the U.S. for a minimum of 90 days from December 31, 2008 and May 1, 2010. If these requirements are met, A member of the Armed Forces may still participate and receive the tax credit. Any contracts written and signed by April 30, 2011 MUST close by June 30,2011.
Not only can they purchase … (0 comments)
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real estate: . . . . My Friend Told Me . . . . . . - 05/17/10 09:09 AM
". . . . . My friend told me . . . . ."
I hear this every so often in my real estate business. Now, my question is "How long has your friend had a real estate license?"
No, they do not have a license to practice real esate. So, what makes them an expert? Oh, they sold a couple of houses in their life time, so they are familiar with the process. Really!?!
I recently "lost" a first-time home buyer to friends' advice and suggestions and now he regrets it.
Let me start from … (10 comments)
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real estate: Apples and Bananas: Shopping for the right horse farm - 03/06/10 09:26 AM
Here is a great informative post by Chandra Mast. Everyone can learn from this one.
Read on:
Via Chandra Mast (Prudential Homesale Services Group):
In today’s real estate market, agents frequently compare the merits of one house to another, often in terms of their similar qualities. This is a popular game known as ‘apples to apples’. In this fashion, a buyer is able to focus on the differences during the decision making process. Number of bedrooms, baths, fireplaces, or garage parking, all become factors that can potentially be widdled down to a single ‘deal-breaker’ – and the buyer can let … (4 comments)
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real estate: The 10 Commandments When Applying for a Real Estate Loan - 03/03/10 09:34 AM
If you are in the market for buying for a home, there are some rules to follow when you are applying for a real estate loan.
The 10 Commandments to follow when applying for a Real Estate Loan are:
1. Thous shalt NOTchange jobs, become self-employed or quit your job.
2. Thou shalt NOT buy a car,truck or van (or you may be living in it)!
3. Thou shalt NOT use charge cards excessively or let your accounts fall behind.
4. Thou shalt NOT spend money you have set aside for closing.
5. Thou shalt … (4 comments)
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real estate: It's A Great Time to Buy a Home!! - 12/08/09 06:18 AM
It's a great time to buy a home!
The interest rates are at an all time low, prices of homes are affordable, and you get money back for purchasing a home (if you qualify).
Who wouldn't want to buy now with incentives like these?
So you say you are waiting for the market to bottom out. How will you know when that will happen?
I don't think anyone really will know when the market will bottom out. Once the interest rates begin to increase and the prices of homes are on the rise, it will be too … (6 comments)
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real estate: Tax Credit Expanded and Include Current Home Buyers?? - 11/05/09 06:33 AM
The senate is expected to vote today or tomorrow on a bill that extends the $8,000 tax credit for first-time homebuyers.
The credit is due to expire on November 30, and would be extended until April 30 and expanded to include more affluent homebuyers. People who have owned a home for at least five years would also be eligible for a $6,500 credit if they move!
This is great news for the real estate market when the bill passes. The good part is it will include ALL homebuyers.
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real estate: Here's What's Happening in the Nazareth, PA Area for August 2009 in Real Estate - 09/10/09 02:50 PM
Here is what's happening in the Nazareth, Pennsylvania area for August 2009 in Real Estate:
Recommendation:
If you're buying a home, it is important that you work closely with a highly-motivated agent who understands what's going on with the real estate market and local economy. He/She will be able to advise you on how to get the most for your money and what homes you may want to avoid, as there are homes on the market that are not priced at their fair market value.
If you're selling your home, it's also important that you work closely … (0 comments)
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real estate: Are Real Estate Agents Becoming Tour Guides? - 08/28/09 01:07 PM
Are real estate agents becoming tour guides of the real estate profession?
I have spoken to several real estate agents working with buyers and I am finding out that their buyers have been looking for homes for several years. Yes, you heard right! Several years. The agents have shown about 40-50 properties to their buyers and still have not found their dream home.
I don't understand. With so much inventory on the market, aren't the buyers able to find a suitable home? Or, is it the fact that the buyers are not motivated enough? That they are just … (4 comments)
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real estate: Interview A Real Estate Agent? Why? Aren't They All the Same? - 06/29/09 08:56 AM
Interview a real estate agent? Why? Aren't they all the same?
You are the employer and the real estate agent is your employee. You are hiring the agent to help you with your real estate needs.
As an employer, would you hire an employee just by looking at their resume? Of course not! You would want to interview the person before making a decision. Why would it be any different with a real estate agent? Don't real estate agents work for you to take care of your real estate needs?
When hiring a real estate agent, qualifications … (6 comments)
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real estate: First Time Home-Buyers Seminar - 06/23/09 07:33 AM
Are you confused about the Real Estate Market and the current market conditions? What does a title company actually do? What about financing a home? Are homes currently selling in the Lehigh Valley?
If you would like answers to these questions and more, then come out on July 8th and/or July 22nd at 7PM for a FREE, No Obligation "First Time Home-Buyers" seminar. It will be held at the Keller Williams Real Estate Office at 2901 Emrick Blvd. Suite 100, Bethlehem, PA. You don't have to be a first time home buyer to attend. All are welcome.
Our … (7 comments)
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real estate: Quite an Experience to See Another Part of the Real Estate Market - 02/10/09 01:16 PM
A couple of weeks ago, my husband received an invitation in the mail to tour a certain timeshare facilities. In return for coming up to see the community, he would receive a free 3 day, 2 night stay at a hotel anywhere in the U.S., a $250 on-line shopping spree and a set of luggage.
He wanted to go just to get the Freebies. I went along with him. I was more curious to see how another part of real estate sales worked. We didn't have any intentions of purchasing a timeshare.
We arrived at the designated time … (4 comments)
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real estate: Real Estate Market Stats for August, 2008, for the Lehigh Valley Are In - 09/09/08 01:44 PM
It's the beginning of September and the real estate market stats are in for August, 2008. I'll give you a quick overview for the Lehigh Valley and I won't bore you too much with it.
According to the statistics, the average price of homes, new and existing, dropped slightly in August, down about 3.4% from July. The number of sales also decreased from July's statistics, by .8%.
The average number of days on the market increased to 68 days.
What this means, is that it is still good news for buyers. The homes are still affordable and plenty of … (0 comments)
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real estate: The Lehigh Valley Keeps Growing and Growing and . . . . - 07/11/08 11:21 AM
The new U.S. Census number are in, and it shows that the Lehigh Valley is continuing to grow.
I know, you've heard the news say otherwise, but the new Census numbers are showing that the Lehigh Valley region keeps on growing.
The population numbers were released on Thursday for 2007 and it shows that Lehigh, Northampton and Monroe Counties are amont the 10 fastest growing counties in Pennsylvania since 2000.
Monroe County ranks 3rd, with a 17.8% increase, Northampton comes in 7th, with 9.7%, and Lehigh is 10th at 7.9%.
In regard to municipalities, Allen Township … (3 comments)
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real estate: How To Get An Offer on Your Home and Get It Sold - 03/04/08 03:10 PM
With the current Real Estate Market being slow right now, many of you are wondering "How do I get an offer on my home and get it sold?"
Here are some tips that will help you out:
Make sure it is priced correctly. Set a price that is realistic. If you do not want to have the home sit on the market for a long period of time, and I'm sure you don't, price it at the lower end of the price range. Make sure the home is ready to show. Get your home and property ready at least 2 weeks before … (16 comments)
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real estate: Great News for Nazareth, PA - More Employment Opportunities with New Distribution Facility Opening - Nazareth, PA Relocation Package - 02/15/08 08:41 AM
Great news for the Nazareth, PA area. A new distribution facility will be opening in Lower Nazareth Township. It is an 198 acre ProLogis Park 33. It is adjacent to a new facility being developed for BMW. The ProLogis Park 33 is located just off of Route 33 and Route 248. So access to it will be easy. It is also close to the PA Northeast Extension of the Turnpike. An ideal location.
This means that there will be more employment opportunities. More employment means more families moving into the area. With more families moving into the area, more housing will be … (4 comments)
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real estate: Baseball and Real Estate Rookies - 02/07/08 09:38 AM
Baseball. Quite an interesting game. When you really think about it, it is quite a bit like real estate. Let me give you a play by play commentary.
You have made it to the major league starting out as a rookie. No one knows you or your abilities. You know you can make it, but you are all nerves. It's your turn to go up to bat and you have butterflies in your stomach. You walk up to the plate, feeling confident of your ability. The pitcher throws a fastball. STRIKE ONE! Hoo boy! you weren't prepared for that one. Here comes the … (10 comments)
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real estate: Don't Horse Around, Now! There's Lots To Do! - 12/07/07 11:28 AM
The Thanksgiving feast is long over and it's just a short time until Christmas. Not much happening during this time in Real Estate. Time to just take a break from business and get ready for the Holiday. After New Year's, business will pick up. WRONG!!
There are many Real Estate Agents out there that are thinking this, not realizing how wrong they are. NOW is the best time to get started for the New Year.
Start out by getting your business plan together for the coming year. This is the ideal time to do it while it is slow. Once the New … (5 comments)
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real estate: Photos? Do They Give You the Whole Picture? - 09/27/07 08:21 AM
Have you ever looked at listings and the photos and thought, "Wow! This home looks perfect for one of my buyers! It has 4 acres so that they can put a couple of horses on it and it has privacy." The buyer agrees and you set up an appointment to go see it. When you and your buyer go out to see it, both of you end up being disappointed. This has happened to me on several occasions.
Why are you disappointed? As you approach the home, you start to see the real picture. A dirt road with lots of pot holes … (54 comments)
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real estate: It's on the Whatchamacallit Near the Doohicky - 09/19/07 01:15 PM
A couple of weeks ago at one of my 4H meetings, I was quizzing the members on the parts of the horse and saddle. One of the members finally asked me the question of "Why do we need to know the parts of the horse"? That was a good question. So, I gave her this explanation:
Let's say your horse received an injury while being out in the field with other horses. You bring him in and you see that he will need a veterinarian's attention. You call the veterinarian and tell him your horse was injured. He in turn asks you … (3 comments)
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real estate: I want it YESTERDAY - 05/18/07 11:22 AM
It's amazing how people want everything cheap, but are not willing to invest into it and wait for the investment to increase in value. I have noticed this in Real Estate. For example, I have a listing for a 1+ acre lot. It is a very nice wooded lot close to State Gamelands. It's being offered at a low price because it needs fill where the septic will be in order for it to perc. Now, the lot does not flood. It just doesn't perc. I have had many, many calls and inquiries on this lot, but no buyers. No one seems to … (0 comments)
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