Questions about preforeclosure. Why don't companies work with borrowers? - 02/26/08 02:45 PM
I have a possible client going into foreclosure with a good possibility of doing a short sale. I know that they are a lot of mortgage reps and agents who have had more experience with this than I have, but I can't help asking this question. Why don't the mortgage companies … (7 comments)
New Gym in Quakertown - 02/18/08 12:32 PM
A new gym has opened this month in Quakertown, PA. It is called SnapFitness and it is open 24/7. It is located at 238.5 South West End Blvd. It is always nice to have new businesses open in the neighborhood. It shows that the area is still growing, business owners have determined that it economically … (4 comments)
Happy Valentine's Day! - 02/14/08 03:02 PM
Valentine's Day is a holiday that gives us an excuse to go out to dinner, give or receive greeting cards, give or receive flowers, or just tell some one that you care about that you care. I feel pretty lucky as I have a wonderful family (hubby, kids, grandkids, still have … (2 comments)
Should I buy or Rent - 02/12/08 03:46 PM
Here are some advantages of buying a home instead of renting. Tax Deductions: When you file your taxes you can deduct the money that you paid for interest, real estate taxes, discount points from your mortgage, etc. Of course while your are renting, you can not deduct any portion of your rent. … (4 comments)
Now is the time to buy a home. Stop listening to the press, historically they have been wrong! - 02/12/08 11:15 AM
I have long been saying that now is a good time to buy a home in direct counter-diction of what the press has been saying. I feel that reckless reporting has in some part put the real estate market where it is in some parts of the country. After all, when prices were … (2 comments)
Points for being nice to newcomers? Wow! - 02/11/08 11:54 AM
Yesterday I was awarded some bonus points in the rain. Why? Well apparently it was because if I see someone who writes their first post, I comment on how much there is to learn, welcome them, etc etc. I do this because, I remember how scared I was the first time … (4 comments)
Good news for the mules and barges in New Hope, Bucks County, PA - 02/10/08 10:06 AM
There is definitely some good news for the canal mules in New Hope. Apparently as reported by the Bucks County Herald, in one day local businesses raised $20,000 to save the mules and barges. For those of you who are not from Bucks County, PA, the mule and barges on the … (7 comments)
Abington Township, Open Sunday 1-3PM - 02/08/08 11:25 AM
Open Sunday, First time on the market! This charming stucco colonial is situated in the Ardsley section of Abington Township. Home features formal living and dining rooms with hardwood floors, a new kitchen with tile floor and a new half bath on the main level. Upstairs there are three bedrooms with hardwood … (0 comments)
Help I am drowning in unwanted email. - 02/07/08 10:35 AM
Does anyone know how to stop getting emails people I do not know, let alone do I speak their language? My in box is unbelieveable. The spam file probably has 200 plus emails in it daily and there are still a bunch that get through. I just do not know how to … (3 comments)
Some interesting statistics from NAR regarding home buyers and sellers in Pennsylvania - 02/06/08 11:02 AM
I thought the survey done by the National Association of Realtors regarding Pennsylvania had some interesting facts.: 86% of home buyers purchased their home with the assistance of a Realtor. Even though clients can search for homes and look at virtual tours, they still need to walk through the home and negotiate … (4 comments)
Market stats for the Central Bucks School District January 2008 vs January 2007 - 02/05/08 10:38 AM
Here are the market statistics for the Central Bucks School District for January 2008 vs January 2007. These statistics are comprised of residential properties (not farms, lots, commercial or multifamily homes) that were priced between $100,000 and $1,000,000. The Central Buks School District is comprised of Doylestown Borough, Doylestown Township, New … (2 comments)
Just listed in Abington Township, Montgomery County PA - 02/04/08 12:44 PM
Marcie Purcell and I have just listed a three bedroom one and a half bath stucco colonial in Ardsley PA. The home has hardwood floors throughout most of it, a new kitchen (new cabinets, dishwasher, stove and ceramic tile floor), new half bath on the main level, new sink and toilet in … (0 comments)
Market statistics for Pennridge School District January 2008 vs January 2007 - 02/04/08 12:07 PM
Here are the market statistics for the Pennridge School District for January 2008 vs January 2007. The report is comprised of residential properties (no farms, commercial, lots or multifamily homes) between $100,000 and $1,000,000. Again, this shows that there are more listings available in 2008 (126 vs 116), there were less homes … (0 comments)
Insure that the buyers do not hate your home - 02/03/08 03:44 PM
Curb appeal: If your home is not welcoming when a potential buyer drive up, they could drive right on by without stopping in. If your home needs cleaning, power-wash or touch up paint where it is needed. During the winter, make sure any snow is shoveled and driveways are plowed. In … (0 comments)
Market stats for January 2008 vs January 2007 - 02/01/08 02:10 PM
Below are the market statistics for the Quakertown School District comparing January 2008 to January 2007. These statistics are for residential homes from $100,000 to $1,000,000 and do not include farms, lots, commercial or multifamily homes. These statistics are through Trend Multiple Listing Service. As you can see the main difference between the … (2 comments)
Priced reduced on Walnut Bank Farms condo- Now $166,900 - 02/01/08 10:18 AM
Seller has said lower the price again on this cute 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo in Walnut Bank Farms. Price in now just $166,900. Walnut Bank Farms features twin homes, town houses and condos. It is located in the Quakertown School District close to the park, shopping, library, pool and main roads. … (0 comments)
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I have a possible client going into foreclosure with a good possibility of doing a short sale. I know that they are a lot of mortgage reps and agents who have had more experience with this than I have, but I can't help asking this question. Why don't the mortgage companies … (7 comments)
