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susan gregory: What HomeBuyers Really Want-What Motivates Clients to Buy NOW - 05/01/12 02:02 PM
Today's consumers need some extra WOW to get off the fence and buy.  Although 80-85% of people surveyed answered that NOW is a good to buy, only 70% of those said they would move if they found something compelling.  In order to attract buyers, both the house and the neighborhood need to be just right.
The four most important factors when choosing a home are:
Location Home style and design Safety Price While price will get potential buyers to the home, design will close the deal more often than not.  Customers also like to customize, in fact the number one reason … (0 comments)

susan gregory: HAFA Short Sale Program UPDATES-Changes Help More Homeowners - 03/22/12 04:35 PM
The Federal Treasury Department has updated the HAFA Short Sale program again-and these new guidelines are designed to get relief much quicker to many more homeowners.  This government funded and subsidized short sale program is part of the Making Home Affordable stimulus plan, but has seen little success due to implementation problems by participating lenders.
Although 95% of all lenders have signed up to participate and abide by the HAFA short sale program guidelines, the reality has been that long delays and mass confusion have stalled the closing of sales.  The low completion numbers prompted the Fed to make some important … (2 comments)

susan gregory: Big Pay Day for Short Seller-Homeowner Gets $20k to Sell His Underwater Home - 03/16/12 03:24 PM
I handle a lot of short sales, in fact the last 3 years has been one short sale after another.  I have seen the process change, evolve and finally start to improve as the lenders get their act together.  However, through out it all, the one common thread has been that sellers are really sad about losing their home-no matter how much of a financial burden it has become.
However, my most recent closing resulted in an ecstatic seller-WHY?  Because he walked away with $20,000 in his pocket, paid right at the close of escrow by his mortgage holder. Wait a … (2 comments)

susan gregory: First Time Home Buyers Find Bargains In San Juan Capistrano-Tips To Get Best Deals Now - 11/25/11 04:34 PM
First time home buyers are jumping on amazing deals in San Juan Capistrano because of the current market conditions in this historic Spanish mission town.  It's no secret the home values  have decreased, but what most home buyers may not know is that combined with record low interest rates, home affordability is the lowest it has been since the 1950's!  That means the you can buy a home for less money than your parents were able to.  Here are some tips to remember so that you can get the best deal on your new home.
FIRST TIME HOMEBUYER TIPS FOR BARGAINS … (2 comments)

 
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Susan V. Gregory

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