first time home buyers: Short Sale for First Time Buyers - 10/22/10 12:54 PM
Recently, I had the opportunity to help a couple find the right home for them. It turns out that the right home for them was a short sale. We looked at several homes and they really wanted to avoid a short sale but they really wanted this home. The short sale process can challenge all buyers, but it can be particularly hard on first time buyers. Here was their reaction, in their own words:
First time home buyers
Soon after our engagement, we quickly decided buying a home was the only option for our future. We went through several Realtors until … (0 comments)
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first time home buyers: Fort Collins Realtor Recommendation - 10/19/10 10:25 AM
Last night as I was thinking about shutting down for the night I received an email from a past client. I opened it up right away and was great to read this testimonial.
David,
It was great having you search for my first home. You answered all my questions and made the process so much more enjoyable and easier than I could ever have imagined. You kept me updated on each phase of the buying process and there were no surprises along the way. If I ever sell or buy again, I would definitely come to you first.
Best regards,
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first time home buyers: The Tax Credit has been signed - 11/06/09 01:13 PM
It is now law!
The Well known first time tax credit has been extended, but the news is that there is a new incentive that can apply to sellers.
There are several new rules that apply and I have been answering questions all morning.
I have set up www.sellerstaxcredit,com to help sellers understand.
David A. Timm, GRI Broker AssociateKeller Williams Realty of Northern ColoradoCell: 970 631 3226 www.DavidTimmHomes.com
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first time home buyers: 2533 W County Rd. 60E Almost 1 acre north of Fort Collins - 10/28/09 12:08 PM
If you are searching for a small acreage property North of Fort Collins this may be exactly what you are looking for.
This wonderful home is over 1700 sq/ft with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a large office with seperate entrance. Master has dual closets. Gas oven/range and gas fireplace. Great dedicated workshop. New Roof! .89 acres.
Only $169,000
First time home buyers may still take advantage of the $8000 tax credit!
Fully fenced lot. Unobstructed magnificent foothill and mountain peak views.
Call now for your own private showing.
David A. Timm, GRI Broker AssociateKeller Williams Realty of Northern ColoradoCell: 970 631 3226 www.DavidTimmHomes.com
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first time home buyers: Visiting past clients - 09/27/09 10:48 PM
Yesterday I was invited to an open house hosted by some home buyers that I helped earlier this summer.
I was thrilled that they invited me to come see their home and proudly show off their investment.
The home is in Wellington, Colorado in the Meadows Subdivision. They purchased the home as a short sale. As first time home buyers they were very patient but the last few weeks were quite harrowing at times. Since Wellington qualifies for the Rural housing financing from USDA they took advantage of not only the first time buyers tax credit of $8000 but also a … (2 comments)
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first time home buyers: First Time Home Buyers Seminar - 09/23/09 12:06 PM
Why Buy now? Are interest rates low? Should I rent or Buy? Should I wait for the market to go lower? I could never buy a home, Right? These questions and so many more will be addressed by the First Time Home Buyers Specialists from Keller Williams Really and Bank of America. The purpose is to introduce home buyers to the whole process of determining what financing you would qualify for, searching for a home, Home buying process, loan products along with programs and incentives for first time buyers.
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first time home buyers: First time buyers, The time is now! - 09/02/09 08:15 PM
Are you a first time home buyer? Do you know someone who is thinking about buying. Now is the time that they need to speak with a Real Estate Professional and a Mortgage Professional.
Why is now any different from yesterday. The big reason is that November 30, 2009 the First Time Home buyers Tax Credit is set to expire. The credit is good for up to $8000! It also applys if the buyer has not owned a home in the last 3 years.
The homebuying process is very dynamic and ajustments in lending and appraisals are leading us to recommend an … (0 comments)
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first time home buyers: Past Client contact - 08/22/09 07:29 PM
I got an email this week from a past client. I love hearing from past clients but this email was a great affirmation.
David Timm helped my fiance and I find our new house, which is absolutely perfect for us. He was very helpful in explaining the and guiding us through the sometimes complicated and stressful process of buying our first home. David was always quick to respond to our requests, and to find times to show us places that would coordinate with our busy schedules. It was a pleasure to work with him.
-Kelly R.
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first time home buyers: 8400 Three Silos - 06/17/09 04:13 PM
Wonderful home for sale on Wellington, CO
This home is listed at $187,300! It has 3 bedrooms and 2 and 1/2 baths. A very Warm and inviting bright large kitchen. The landscaping has been maticulusly maintaned on one of the largest lots in Three Silos. An added bonus is that water rights for the irrigation of the landscaping are conveyed with the property. The back yard is open and back to a greenbelt. The icing on the cake is that the mountain vistas from the home are Grand!
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first time home buyers: Recommend Realtor in Northern Colorado - 06/05/09 11:07 PM
Today I received a great testimony from a couple I worked with earlier this spring. They were first time buyers.
It is really important to me to take the time to educate first time buyers. We talked a lot about their wants and need as well as walking them through the whole process. Search of properties, Making an offer, negotiation, Inspection, and the rest of the steps leading up to closing and beyond. I also helped them with the possibilities of the $8000 first time home buyers credit.
Check this out!
We recently purchased our first home in Northern Colorado and … (0 comments)
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first time home buyers: Parents of CSU student - 04/11/09 11:59 AM
Today I am meeting with parents of a CSU student. They would like to find their son a home while he finishes his degree. We will be looking for newer homes near the Colorado State University Campus.
They would also like to continue to help him prepare for the future. We have talked about the possible benefits of including him in the purchase. It could lead to all sorts of tax benefits for all of them, but that is an issue for them and their tax professional.
Funny that today I was reading a published article from Peter G. Miller and … (1 comments)
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first time home buyers: Recipe For Success - 04/03/09 05:21 PM
Lately my Northern Colorado real estate business has been quite active. I have been able to work with several Buyers. Many first time home buyers. They all seem very interested in the opportunity for an $8000 tax credit. Other folks are excited to relocate to the area and many of our listings need the proper attention as well.
On top of that my community and church involvement, I have been away from home quite a lot lately.
My youngest daughter went to bed in tears this past Monday because, once again I was not going to be home before she went … (1 comments)
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first time home buyers: Educating Buyers - 03/27/09 10:39 PM
When I first attended Colorado State University I thought I was going to be a teacher. I thought that was going to be in a classroom with high school students. That didn't happen but I do get the opportunity to educate. It takes time but it is worth it.
With first time buyers I talk about all the reasons to consider owning vs. renting. We explore their long and short term plans, career, family.... I spend a little time talking about any downsides of buying for their personal situation. If they wish to continue I talk them through the whole process of buying. We … (2 comments)
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first time home buyers: Buyer's market? - 03/20/09 09:59 PM
We hear alot of noise about this being a buyers market and that you can smell the blood in the water. Well not so Fast!!
I have several buyers looking for homes or condos under 200K in Fort Collins and Northern Colorado. At this price point the homes are disappearing faster and faster. One couples search is becoming quite challenging. They started their search this week, we found of the properties they picked 4 of 8 went under Contract this week.
Currently our data shows a 3 month inventory under 200k and going down. This catagory acts much like and probably … (1 comments)
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first time home buyers: New Homes in Fort Collins under $220,000 - 03/08/09 08:58 PM
Thats right! New single family homes, not condos in Old town North.
Alley loaded garages. 2 and 3 bedroom Homes.
Great option for first time buyers. Low intrerest rates and the First time home buyer tax Credit. Check it out.
Allegro Cottages!!!!!
Email now dtimm@fortcollinsre.com
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first time home buyers: CSU Housing Fair - 03/04/09 08:35 AM
Today Colorado State University is holding its annual housing fair. Many student take the opportunity to Talk with several property management companies to concider rentals for the next school year.
Some students are looking forward and want to explore the possiblity of buying a home. Right now that is very much an attractive option to many. Low interest rates, $ 8000 First time buyer tax credit, buyer assistance, Rent rates increasing and stability of the local real estate markrt are just a few factor making buying attractive to college students and their families. FHA has loan programs commonly called Kiddie Condo … (0 comments)
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first time home buyers: Fort Collins First time home buyers - 02/22/09 06:02 PM
This weekend I had the privelege to meet with two seperate couples, First time home buyers. One couple Is ready jump in. We looked at several homes that fit their needs. They where quite concerned about the whole first-time buyers tax credit thing. $8,000 dollars? And all we have to do is live in the home for 3 years? "They don't just give money away" I was able to hand them a printout from a lender in town detailing the provisions of the tax credit. They see it and mostly say OK. I encouraged them to talk with a tax pro … (2 comments)
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first time home buyers: First time buyers today - 02/19/09 08:38 PM
The Keller Williams downtown office is located at 1220 S. College. Right at the corner of College and Pitkin. We are across the Street from Colorado State University. It is a great location for parents of CSU students to stop in and search for Kiddie condos or investment properties.
Also we love to have have folks drop in and ask questions to see if they could afford to buy now, move up or downsize.
Today a young couple came in and asked if there was any chance that they might afford a home. After finding out a little they figured that … (0 comments)
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first time home buyers: New homes in Fort Collins - 02/17/09 12:57 PM
Within days a new home design is coming to the north side of Fort Collins. This home will be price to be accessible to many. New, Single family homes, 2 car Garage, 2 or 3 bedroom with a basement.
For all you first time buyers, this may be for you. Want to move closer to town? Tired of all the travel? We may have the answer.
Walking and biking trails right here. Great access to the best of Fort Collins.
Something is happening! Soon we can shout it from the roof tops!
Stay tuned.
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first time home buyers: Rent or buy? - 02/15/09 05:47 PM
I have run into several folks who will ask, "Why would I want to buy, renting is fine."
I can tell them about interest rates, First time home buyer programs, Buyer opportunities, Tax incentives, tax credits, and much more.
This week I came accross a nice little tool. For those who need to run number this rent vs. buy calculator is pretty helpful.
I think this will really help rounding out the discussion.
Now don't get me wrong? There are plenty of reasons why folks should rent and not buy. This tool will help make a well informed decision.
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