massachusetts: Loving this Business - 04/22/08 07:34 AM
I live and work in Southborough, Massachusetts. A beautiful town located in Worcester County and what is called the Metro West area of Massachusetts.
I generally go to work happy and filled with positivity.
Being a real estate attorney with your own conveyancing practice has been extremely rewarding.
I get to stay out … (2 comments)
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massachusetts: Links - 04/10/08 07:09 AM
On your website do you use a lot of links?
I was curious to know if people find that all the back and forth links between them and other website have really generated business.
Does it actually move you up the google food chain?
Do you have to be careful that if one … (4 comments)
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massachusetts: Teaser Rates and Adjustable Rates - 04/09/08 07:38 AM
Don't you love when politicians demigod the issue of the real estate market. Yes, there are some people that were fraudulently taken advantage of, but that is a small minority. No different than other professions. No more than car mechanics up-charging car owners on their work product.
But this blaming the real … (2 comments)
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massachusetts: Opening Day - 04/08/08 07:10 AM
So today is April 8, 2008. No big deal, right?
Well if you are from Massachusetts, or New England or actually anwhere in the world it is special.
Today is Opening Day at Fenway Park.
This is when hope is eternal.
When fans can dream about future and have high expectations for their favorite team.
Mine just … (2 comments)
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massachusetts: SPAM - 04/03/08 06:23 AM
Don't your want to help the poor soul who is stuck in Nigeria and needs my help to get through customs?
Maybe you want a Replica Rolex watch?
Perhaps someone needs you to cash their check and wire back the difference minus a fee to yourself for effort.
Maybe you are need of one … (2 comments)
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massachusetts: RESPA NEW RULES Can't - 04/01/08 07:23 AM
Has anyone seen the new proposed RESPA Rules?
We are talking an extra 45 minutes per closing. Now ,45 minutes might seem like a little bit of time for such a huge undertaking ( buying/refinancing a home), but to those of us who actually do this for living, it is a great … (5 comments)
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massachusetts: New Proposed HUD RESPA Rules - 03/31/08 07:45 AM
On March 14, 2008 the Department of Housing and Urban Development ("HUD") published its new RESPA rule and the public has 60 days within to offer comment. If implemented as currently drafted, the new Rule could significantly impact your current settlement processes.
Check out http://www.hud.gov/offices/hsg/sfh/res/respa_hm.cfm
Thoughts???
Thanks for your time.
George N. Piandes, Esq.PresidentLaw Office … (0 comments)
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massachusetts: Spring Is Here!!! - 03/29/08 09:19 AM
With spring arriving I feel an even greater sense of optimism.
The market always gets a little bit better when the weather gets warmer. But, I feel as though Buyers and Sellers both have a better understanding of where the market is compared to 2007. With more and more of the … (2 comments)
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massachusetts: Customer Service Still Dominates - 03/27/08 10:32 PM
In this difficult time I see real estate professionals spend a lot of their hard earned money on quick fixes, supposed unbeatable leads and so on.
The best sales move I believe is still customer services. If you offer a fair price, but back it up with true superb professional service, then you … (3 comments)
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massachusetts: New Regulations Good or Bad? - 03/26/08 08:26 AM
I think there might be a catch-22 with the new regulations coming into the mortgage industry. I like the idea of licensing mortgage originators and companies. I think it prevent the unscrupulous loan officers from just swtiching companies everytime they get caught doing something naughty.
However, I fear that Congress and the … (2 comments)
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massachusetts: FHA LOAN LIMITS - 03/12/08 09:17 PM
What does everyone think about the new FHA Loan Limits?
Is it going to jump start the market?
My opinion is that it is a small step in the right direction.
Although Lenders did the right thing in tightening things up a bit they now have gone way too conservative in my opinion.
When … (9 comments)
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massachusetts: What's In Store For 2008? - 01/02/08 09:37 AM
It is now 2008 and I don't know about you, but I do feel differently. I am more optimistic.
With new year in front I believe that 2007 and all its doom and gloom is behind us.
Why am I so optimistic? Well, Because of the followng reasons which are not listed … (2 comments)
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massachusetts: Calling all Lender and Mortgage Brokers!!! - 12/19/07 06:55 AM
The laws of Massachusetts require that an attorney represent a lender in a mortgage financing transaction. The Law Office of George N. Piandes, P.C. has over 10 years experience working regularly with and on behalf of lenders, and understands their needs and requirements. As a First American Title Insurance Agent, we … (0 comments)
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massachusetts: Staying Positive - 12/15/07 08:01 AM
Am I alone in staying posive? There is still way too much negativity out there. The market is not dead its just not as insanely busy as it was a few years back.
As always the market corrects itself. The strong survive. The professionals who make this industry are still there given … (6 comments)
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massachusetts: Traveling to Closings - 12/14/07 10:24 AM
Does your closing attorney or title company travel when closing your clients loan? Although, time consuming, it is a valuable benefit and a very convenient tool for your client.
I have closed loans in some of the strangest places. Not all of them is to my liking but I always do … (0 comments)
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massachusetts: Holiday gifts - 12/06/07 09:54 AM
Now that the Holiday Season is here I was wondering what everyone thought about their favorite gifts to both give to a client and to receive from a client.
I'm interested in hearing some unique gift options.
Sporting event tickets are something I hear and obviosuly gift certificates to favorite restaurants.
Any … (1 comments)
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massachusetts: Real Estate Attorney Services - 12/05/07 09:16 AM
Would you like Real Estate Attorney Services fast and simple? Would you like your title commitment back in 24 hours? Would you like your borrowers to be able to close at their homes or at night or weekends? Would you like doscounts for No Closing Cost Loans? Would you like an … (0 comments)
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