first time home buyers: First Time Home Buyers Should Watch This Television Program - 03/10/08 09:03 AM
 

First time home buyers are always looking for help in understanding the home buying process. Wouldn't be nice to have a television show that represents the real estate transaction in a realistic light? Well....TLC could have another hit show on their hands..  
 
My First Home brings the … (10 comments)

first time home buyers: First Time Home Buyer Interviews - Ricki Lake Would Be Proud - 03/08/08 11:25 AM
We cannot say enough wonderful things about David. He remained patient and courteous. He listened to what we wanted and could afford. He was persistent until he found us the perfect home. - Sherry Lewis
What is the definition of a successful real estate transaction? From personal experience, meeting the needs and … (3 comments)

first time home buyers: What Does Kathy Chieco and David Patterson Have In Common? - 03/03/08 12:22 PM
While watching an episode of My First Home on TLC, I was introduced to John and Melanie Giller. They are a young couple that had relocated to Asheville, North Carolina from Michigan. At the beginning of the show, the Gillers were living in an apartment that didn't provided the serenity desired … (4 comments)

first time home buyers: Columbia SC Real Estate Broker Gives Advice to First Time Home Buyers - 02/03/08 08:33 PM
Next Monday will mark the beginning of a new series at The Patterson Files. On February 11, The Patterson Files will be discussing the different phases of the home buying process. This is an attempt to educate first time home buyers about steps towards a successful home buying experience. Topics will include:
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first time home buyers: Keller Williams Columbia SC Broker Launches Real Estate Blog - 01/24/08 12:11 AM

 

David A. Patterson, a licensed instructor with the Real Estate School for Success, has launched a new blog - "The Patterson Files". "The Patterson Files" is an online resource for those living, working, relocating or interested in real estate happenings around the metropolitan Columbia area.   "The Patterson Files" provides … (13 comments)

first time home buyers: Here's One Way to Make a Good Decision - 01/23/08 03:55 PM
Halt v. - verb (used with object): to cause to stop temporarily
Margaret-Ann Ashburn is the Broker-in-Charge of the Forest Acres office of Russell & Jeffcoat Realtors in Columbia, South Carolina. She has given me several pieces of advice about life and being a great real estate agent. I'd like to share … (6 comments)

first time home buyers: Columbia South Carolina Featured Neighborhood - Turtle Creek - 01/17/08 05:13 PM
Turtle Creek is one of the few all-brick communities in Columbia real estate that is priced under $185,000. This community is within five minutes of the Village at Sandhill and Summit Parkway Middle School. Turtle Creek offers well landscaped sidewalks & walking trails with homes on lots ranging from 1/4 to … (1 comments)

first time home buyers: First Time Home Buyers Need A Mortgage Partner - 01/16/08 12:05 AM
After reading a post from my Guest Contributor Jorge Merlos on my outside blog, I had an epiphany. I hadn't given my readers a real life example of a reputable loan officer in the Columbia area. Hence....this post is dedicated to correcting my faux pas.There is a lady that is unique in several ways and … (1 comments)

first time home buyers: An Advantage to Buying a Home - The PMI Tax Deduction - 01/15/08 12:03 AM
 
 
Do you remember the Tax Relief and Health Care Act of 2006?
This signed legislation will allow 2008 and 2009 homebuyers to deduct premiums paid for mortgage insurance - which typically is required when homebuyers purchase a home with less than a 20% down payment.
This new insurance premium … (1 comments)

first time home buyers: Anytime is a Great Time to Realize Your Dream! - 01/14/08 12:36 AM
What is the second most common question asked of me by first time home buyers ?
"Is the current market idea for purchasing a home?"In the current climate of daily foreclosure stories and "experts" using words and phrases like "recession" and "bursting bubbles", I am going to answer this question and … (4 comments)

first time home buyers: Columbia South Carolina Real Estate - Point Arcadia Condo for $83,500 - 01/11/08 12:51 PM
 
Point Arcadia sits serenely on Cary Lake and offers a pool and other amenities! Close to Interstates 20 and 77.Luxury Meets Affordability in this 3 Bedroom /2.5 Bathroom condiminium. This unit has approximately $10,000 in kitchen updates. Granite tile countertops, hardwood cabinets, tile floors and stainless steel appliances!Updates include new carpet … (0 comments)

first time home buyers: A Question for Fellow Agents & Mortgage Professionals - 01/08/08 01:19 PM
My Fellow Agents - How many of your lender partners follow HUD Regulation X (RESPA Regulations) - 24 CFR 3500.7 (at the bottom of this post)?
Lenders - How many of you follow the laws set forth in the aforementioned Regulation X? If this question makes you feel uncomfortable, I apologize. However...don't … (0 comments)

first time home buyers: Lake Carolina Homes for Sale from the $180s - 01/05/08 01:53 PM
(UPDATED on March 27, 2008) 
If you are looking for a home priced in the $180,000 - $265,000 range, Berkeley Hall in Lake Carolina could be worth a look. Berkeley Hall is within walking distance of Lake Carolina Elementary, Kelly Mill Middle School and the NEW Northeast YMCA.Here is one of the Berkeley … (1 comments)

first time home buyers: What's Your DFT Story - A Lesson in Real Estate Representation - 12/24/07 12:12 AM
While visiting my in-laws in Greenville, South Carolina during this Christmas season, I was talking with my brother-in-law (he is a real estate attorney) about some of his past experiences. During our discussion, I was reminded of a transaction that never saw the closing table (also known as a "Deal Fell … (6 comments)

first time home buyers: Educate, Then Educate - Two Keys to Successful Representation (Part Two) - 12/21/07 09:42 AM
In Part One of this post, I was telling you about "Adam" and his most recent home buying experience. Unfortunately, Adam walked away with some frustrations that could have been minimized.
TIP #2- Educate Your Client about the Potential Obstacles/Challenges with a Real Estate Transaction
We spend hundreds of hours and thousands of … (2 comments)

first time home buyers: Educate, Then Educate – Two Keys to Successful Representation (Part One) - 12/16/07 07:15 PM
While attending one of the many area Christmas parties, I had a conversation with a recent home buyer (let's call him "Adam") about his home buying experience.  Adam was represented by a fairly well-known and experienced agent and was referred to this agent by his father. Adam's dad had hired this agent … (4 comments)

 
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