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From Business to AMAZING - The Coral Springs Festival of the Arts!! - 03/27/12 12:52 PM
Pretty sure I am going to wish that I wrote this BEFORE this Fantastic event...rather than after.
The problem is I am BEYOND busy trying to coordinate this event and trying to run my brothers and mine successful real estate business.
I did want to share my thoughts and FAVORITES for the 8th Annual Coral Springs Festival of the Arts event.
The 1st year for the Art Festival I started as a salesperson in the merchandise tent (Go Figure?!?) Next year was a repeat performance. The following year I had to be away for the Prudential real estate convention n San Diego … (0 comments)
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Who Are the First Time Homebuyers in Broward County? - 03/23/12 08:29 AM
The decision to buy a home is far from a simple one. Particularly since the market has been volatile, many first-time home buyers in the Broward County area are hesitant to take the plunge. As we discussed in our previous blog post, the improving economy, mortgage rates and market conditions are ideal for buyers right now. Given that the market will soon start to benefit sellers more than it has been over the past several months, now would be the time to start your search for the perfect home in Coral Springs, Boynton Beach, or any of the other communities in … (2 comments)
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5 Things Appraiser's Look For When Analyzing A Purchase Agreement - 03/16/12 05:14 AM
In the current market place, where appraisals often miss the sales price, it is difficult not to take the outcome personally.
This well written article by Michael lays out the facts of what an appraiser is obligated to look for. Joy
Via Michael S. Bolton-MN Appraiser (Michael S. Bolton,Inc.):
Every appraisal for a purchase that is done on the Fannie Mae 1004 form, the appraiser is required to analyze the purchase agreement. Some say that the only thing that appraiser's look for is the sales price so they know what number to hit (or some would say what number not to hit). While … (2 comments)
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Do I Get to Stay in My Home For A Week After Closing? - 03/16/12 05:07 AM
We come up against this thought process often and continue to explain that the day of closing, belongs to the buyers.
This is why it is so important to plan the closing date, because whatever day that is..you as the seller will be moving out the day before, UNLESS other arrangements are made with your Buyer. Joy
Via Toni Weidman- New Port Richey-FL Homes (Re/Max Sunset Realty-Trinity-Holiday-Port Richey-Hudson):
Do I Get to Stay in My Home For A Week After Closing?
This is a question I get asked quite often when I bring a signed offer back to my sellers. They may … (2 comments)
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Our Advice? Now is a Great Time to Buy a Home in Coral Springs! - 03/09/12 01:09 PM
The most recent statistics from Case-Shiller, the National Association of REALTORS and Fannie Mae all suggest one thing, and that’s the cautious optimism that is emerging from home buyers across the country. The Coral Springs real estate market is no exception. Pending home sales were higher in January than they have been in years, which suggests more buyer activity and more confidence in home ownership. As Coral Springs real estate agents, we aim to be 100% honest with our clients about when is the best time to buy or sell a home. With the spring market approaching quickly and home buyer … (5 comments)
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FHA Increases Their Up Front and Monthly Mortgage Insurance Premiums April 1 2012 - How Does it Effect You? - 03/05/12 07:54 PM
As I prepared to write an article on the upcoming change in fees for mortgage insurance premiums, I had the good fortune to read Donna's VERY INFORMATIVE Blog on the same subject and she put great examples in her research as well.
Lucky I can share all of her hard work! Joy
Via Donna Harris, REALTOR®, CDPE & ASP - Hill Country Austin Lakeway Homes (RE/MAX Austin Skyline):
In today's real estate market, many buyers are opting for the FHA route for obtaining their mortgage. FHA loans are different from Conventional loans in many ways, mainly an FHA loan is a Government loan … (2 comments)
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Closing - Beginning or End of the Month - 03/05/12 07:43 PM
Tim makes a very good point here on the timing to plan your closing. It is less cost for the Buyer, the closer the closing is to the end of the month. Joy
Via Tim Bray B.S. Real Estate (UConn) (Sotheby's Intl Realty (William Pitt)):
It is very important to be strategic when writing an offer so that your goals and objectives are defined and met. Work closely with a reputable local lender to determine your strengths and weaknesses of a buyer. Closing at the beginning or end of the month can have financial advantages and disadvantages.
First, you must understand … (1 comments)
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How To Create Your Own Google Maps - 03/05/12 07:07 PM
Wanted to re-blog this, so I would have it on my site as a reference in order to be able to enhance our listings. Joy
Via John McCormack- Owner/Broker REALTOR, e-PRO (Albuquerque Homes Realty * www.AlbuquerqueHomes.com):
How to create your own Google maps.I frequently create neighborhood profiles and include in those profiles a Google Map of that specific neighborhood. I had a fellow Active Rain associate ask me what platform I utilized to create these maps. So I embarked on this How to Create Your Own Google Maps video. The process is quite simple if you have done it once or twice. Below … (4 comments)
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REAL ESTATE UPDATE FOR BROWARD COUNTY & PALM BEACH COUNTY - February 2012 - 03/01/12 11:13 AM
REAL ESTATE UPDATE FOR BROWARD COUNTY & PALM BEACH COUNTYFebruary 2012
Broward County includes well known cities of Coconut Creek, Coral Springs, Deerfield Beach, Fort Lauderdale, Highland Beach, Hillsboro, Lighthouse Point, Parkland, Plantation, Sunrise, Tamarac and Weston.
There are currently 5635,Single Family Homes LISTED FOR SALEin Broward County.
2592 priced under $250,0001527 priced between 250,001 and $500,000528 priced between $500,001 and $750,000312 priced between $750,001 and $1,000,000262 priced between $1,000,001 and $1,500,000117 priced between $1,500,001 and $2,000,000296 priced over $2,000,000
For the month of February, 713,Single Family Homes SOLD in Broward County.
452 were sold under $250,000186 were sold between … (0 comments)
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