first time home buyer: Bank Owned Properties - Sold in Orlando - Investors and First Time Home Buyers - 11/20/09 07:01 AM
This month we have had the pleasure of helping many buyers purchase their first home to investment properties. As an reo listing agent I have the insider tips and tricks it takes to get my buyers deals accepted on bank owned homes in the Orlando area. Let's take a look at … (4 comments)

first time home buyer: Orlando First Time Home Buyers - Dont Stress - 11/18/09 06:32 PM
As a first time home buyer there are generally many stresses that come along with purchasing that first home, almost like planning a wedding. You want everything to be perfect, you want the whole thing to be beautifully orchestrated and when it's not just right, when one little thing goes slightly … (3 comments)

first time home buyer: New Construction Oviedo - First Time Home Buyer - 11/12/09 09:55 PM
 Have you dreamed about living in Oviedo? Looking for new construction? 
New Construction Town Homes in Oviedo for less then you pay in rent.
I have negotiated a deal with a local builder who is trying to sell off their inventory right here in Oviedo. There is a limited quantity of … (0 comments)

first time home buyer: First Time Home Buyer Tax Credit Extension - Something to be Happy About - 11/05/09 06:56 AM
Orlando & Lake Mary First Time Home Buyers have something to be happy about this morning. The First Time Home Buyer Tax Credit has passed the Senate last night with a majority vote of 98-0. Now the bill goes to the House where it could be voted on as early as … (3 comments)

first time home buyer: Lake Mary First Time Home Buyers - Last weeks to get the $8000 tax credit - 09/30/09 03:51 PM
Lake Mary First Time Home Buyers have you been sitting on the fence thinking about buying, really wanting to buy so you can take advantage of the free $8000 tax credit out there. Well dont sit too much long as the deadline for the tax credit is fast approaching. Many of … (0 comments)

first time home buyer: Lake Mary First Time Home Buyers - Last weeks to get the $8000 tax credit - 09/30/09 03:47 PM
Lake Mary First Time Home Buyers have you been sitting on the fence thinking about buying, really wanting to buy so you can take advantage of the free $8000 tax credit out there. Well dont sit too much long as the deadline for the tax credit is fast approaching. Many of … (1 comments)

first time home buyer: Orlando First Time Home Buyers Guide: Part 6 Taking care of your first home - 08/24/09 09:32 PM
Orlando First Time Home Buyers this is your guide to everything real estate related and where to begin. The first parts of this series discussed if purchasing a home is right for you and how to finance your first home, the second part discussed why you need an Orlando Buyer's Agent. Thirdly went over How to … (1 comments)

first time home buyer: Orlando First Time Home Buyers Guide: Part 5 You've Made it to Closing - 08/22/09 09:21 AM
Orlando First Time Home Buyers this is your guide to everything real estate related and where to begin. The first parts of this series discussed if purchasing a home is right for you and how to finance your first home, the second part discussed why you need an Orlando Buyer's Agent. Thirdly went over How to … (5 comments)

first time home buyer: Orlando First Time Home Buyers Guide: Part 1 Where do I start - 08/14/09 05:19 PM
Orlando First Time Home Buyers this is your guide on everything real estate related and where to begin. The media, your friend and family, everyone you know is telling you to stop renting and purchase a home. That the market has never been any better and well it's starting to sink … (0 comments)

first time home buyer: Are You Thinking About Purchasing an Orlando REO Property? - 08/10/09 11:15 AM
Are you thinking about purchasing an Orlando REO property? If so, you need to make sure to pack a lot of patience going into this process. While the process of purchasing an Orlando REO property or better know as bank owned real estate is quicker then purchasing a short sale you … (3 comments)

first time home buyer: First Time Home Buyers here's a few reason why having your team is important - 07/13/09 09:14 AM
Orlando First Time Home Buyers have one of the best opportunities to purchase a home right now if they are ready, willing and able too. Our affordability index is just shy of 200%. Meaning with the median income you can more then qualify to purchase a home. 
When purchasing a home … (1 comments)

first time home buyer: Pst... I cant help you use your $8000 tax credit as your Down Payment - 07/02/09 07:42 AM
I know lenders and other Realtors are telling you it's not true you cant do it, they are WRONG. I wrote a blog the other day for First Time Home Buyers wanting to use their $8000 Tax Credit as their Down Payment. It's true it can be used as your minimum 3.5% … (12 comments)

first time home buyer: How to use your $8000 tax credit as your Down Payment as a First Time Home Buyer - 06/30/09 09:56 AM
Ok there have been rumors, I have posted blogs and had to retract those blogs. I have spoken to local and state agencies as well as the Government agency on the national level that is handling the First Time Home Buyer tax credit and have the skinny.
 
The program is … (6 comments)

first time home buyer: Heather Joubran featured in The Wall Street Journal for her First Time Buyer Expertise - 06/20/09 06:09 PM
A few weeks ago I was approached by a reporter Amy Hoak who had done a google search on First Time Home Buyers and she felt by reading my information that I was knowledgable about the topic. We scheduled a time to speak and she conducted an interview. I am proud … (9 comments)

first time home buyer: Orlando Home Buyer's have patience when purchasing a home - 05/28/09 09:56 AM
As a full time buyers agent here in Orlando I have worked with just about all types of buyers, from the first time home buyer to the seasoned veteran. I have assisted clients who are Orlando natives and those that have come as far as Denmark. One thing remains true patience … (2 comments)

first time home buyer: It's Raining Money in Orlando - 03/18/09 09:35 PM
Facts about Bank owned / REO (Real Estate Owned) Properties
 
There are 572,572 REOs Nationwide 65,240 in the State of Florida alone In seminole county there are 850 properties Bank owned homes in Orange county are a whopping 4,975 That's almost 6,000 amazing deals on properties in Central Florida  
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first time home buyer: Lake Mary Home Buyers would you buy for $1000 a month and no money out of pocket? - 02/26/09 09:58 PM
Ask yourself why havent you bought a home and what's holding you back. Maybe I can answer some of those reasons. 
1) I pay $1000 a month in rent could I really get a place for less then what I paying in rent?
First time home buyers do I have a … (5 comments)

first time home buyer: Orlando Home Buyers Score the Perfect Deal on New Construction - 02/22/09 10:01 PM
Remember that feeling of scoring the winning goal, or Acing that mid-term. Today I had that feeling when I triumphed over the builder in negotiations for my buyers today. My buyers were out this weekend viewing townhomes in Sanford and Lake Mary and told me which development was their favorite and … (8 comments)

first time home buyer: Orlando Home Buyers Score the Perfect Deal on New Construction - 02/22/09 09:57 PM
Remember that feeling of scoring the winning goal, or Acing that mid-term. Today I had that feeling when I triumphed over the builder in negotiations for my buyers today. My buyers were out this weekend viewing townhomes in Sanford and Lake Mary and told me which development was their favorite and … (3 comments)

first time home buyer: Orlando Home Buyers Dont Base Your Purchase Around Your Couch - 12/13/08 09:43 AM
I specialize in working with First Time Home Buyers and have heard this line time and time again. I love the house, everything is perfect, but "I just purchased a new_____ (bed, table, couch) and it wont fit in the _________ (bedroom, dining room, living room)" You fill in the … (2 comments)

 
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