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Exclusive Buyer's Agent, James Potenza,ABR,EBA, knows what to look for and what to LOOK OUT for in a home.
James does not SELL homes. He Represents Clients.
Home-Buyer Representation at it's Best
On The Buyer's Side
"Bringing the Service BACK in Real Estate"
"This Realtor climbs in the attic !"
Over the years, James has learned how to "pre-inspect" homes for his clients.
It is easy to notice obvious problems like cracks in the wall and missing shingles.
It takes an expert to determine if it will be a costly repair.
He can point out potential problems at the first home visit.
James provides a visual inspection and his expert opinion on all of the homes he visits.
Foundation
Cracks in the slab, cracks in the brick/mortar, cracks in sheetrock, previous foundation repairs
Air Conditioning and Heating
Condition and approximate age of the evaporator coil, condenser, and heater. Opinion of the overall efficiency and quality
Roof and Shingles
Visual inspection of the shingles, rafters, and decking in the attic
Plumbing
Water heater, water supply and fixtures, water leaks and drains
Electrical
Service amperage, branch circuits, fixtures
Appliances
Approximate age and condition of kitchen and bathroom appliances
Doors and Windows
Estimate of overall efficiency and operation
Do you want a Real Estate Agent to SELL you a home or do you want James Potenza on your side?
James' initial inspection can help uncover costly repairs before wasting time on making an offer. However, the home buyer should have a complete structural inspection by a licensed home inspector.
Read More About Home Inspections
So when do we have the home inspected by a licensed professional?
A. Typically you will hire a licensed inspector after you have negotiated a contract with the sellers.
During this "option period" you will be able to evaluate the entire condition of the home.
You have the "option" of backing out or re-negotiating the deal.
Read the Home Buying Process
Market Analysis
James also provides all of the necessary market information to help determine the "actual" value of the home. The listing price is what the seller would like to sell their house for. It is NOT the market value. Before presenting any offers, James provides a complete market analysis using recent sold comparables, adjusts for needed repairs, and helps determine the REAL market value of the home. His clients are well informed and educated consumers before making an offer.
What a few of James' Clients Are Saying About His Service
I feel confident in saying he has succeeded in his duties. James is a dedicated buyers agent and thus far his service has been exemplary. In the process of showing homes, he has proven to be a professional who is able to successfully locate and research appropriate properties for client criteria.
C.Edwards Pearland, TX
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James Potenza is an excellent agent. He made the process smooth and non-stressful. James let the property sell itself and always pointed out the positive and negative aspects so we could make an informed decision. There was never any pressure to buy and he encouraged us to take our time and shop around. James definitely had our best interest in mind throughout the entire buying process. We will certainly refer him to our friends and relatives.
B.Hand Pearland, TX
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James Potenza was on time and on target in helping us find a great house in the limited timeline that we presented him with. He was with us every step of the way, from negotiation to closing, and always ensured that our best interest was a top priority. We ended up with a great house in a great neighborhood and couldn't be happier! A buyers agent is truly the way to go, thanks again James!
T.Fisher League City, TX.
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James Potenza can also help you with the new Home Buyer Tax Credit.
The Pearland area received a nice snowfall today.
This is a very descriptive sign that the city of Pearland placed.
MAGNOLIA PHASE 3 EXPANSION UNDERWAY
Work begins this week on the final phase of the Magnolia Road Expansion project. The work will include construction of the extension of Magnolia Rd. from Harkey Rd. to Cullen Parkway (formerly CR 89); the widening of Southfork Rd. from Cullen Parkway to Morgan Rd.; and the widening of Cullen Parkway from Southfork/Magnolia to Northfork.
The 15-month project will also feature major improvements to drainage and city utilities; a four-lane boulevard with landscaped medians; bridges on Southfork at the Silverlake detention and over Mary's Creek west of Harkey Rd.; intersection signals installed at Morgan Rd., Cullen Parkway and FM 1128; and installation of sidewalks.
During Southfork-widening construction, traffic will be maintained on the existing roadway, but detours will be necessary at the intersection of Southfork and Cullen. During the construction of Cullen, all traffic will be shifted to temporary pavement but will remain open to 'local' and 'through' traffic.
Travelers are advised to seek alternate routes on Southfork and Cullen from Southfork to Northfork to avoid delays due to shifting traffic patterns and work areas.
Drivers are asked to exercise extreme caution in the construction area, as paving surfaces may be rough or uneven, temporary lanes will be narrow, equipment and personnel will be in close proximity to the travel lanes, and work areas and traffic direction signage will be constantly changing.
For current construction updates, please visit www.cityofpearland.com/projects.
For a current list of homes for sale in the Pealrand area, please visit Pearland Real Estate
The December 2009 Houston Housing Trends Newsletter is now available. Please click on the picture below.
Welcome to the most current Housing Trends eNewsletter. This eNewsletter is specially designed for you, with national and local housing information that you may find useful whether you're in the market for a home, thinking about selling your home, or just interested in homeowner issues in general.
Please click on this link to view the DECEMBER-2009 Newsletter Newsletter Housing Trends eNewsletter:
http://jamespotenza.housingtrendsenewsletter.com?Newsletter_ID=238&Period_ID=180
The Housing Trends eNewsletter contains the latest information from the National Association of REALTORS®, the U.S. Census Bureau, Realtor.org reports and other sources.
It also includes press releases with charts and videos, key market indicators and real estate sales and price statistics, a video message by a nationally recognized economist, maps, mortgage rates and calculators, consumer articles, plus local neighborhood information and more.
If you are interested in determining the value of your home, click the "Home Evaluator" link for a free evaluation report:
http://jamespotenza.housingtrendsenewsletter.com/dispContent.cfm?loadid=2&loadtype=0
Sound decisions can only be made with accurate and reliable information, and I am happy to be a trusted resource for you. Thank you for the opportunity to provide you with this monthly eNewsletter, and I look forward to answering any questions you may have and to the opportunity to be your REALTOR® in the future.
Sincerely yours,
James Potenza
Homebuyer's - Team, LLC
1301 Regents Park Dr. Suite 102 Houston TX 77058
(832) 372-6388 | 8323726388
james@buyeragentjames.com
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I received a letter from our Senator regarding the first time homebuyer's tax credit extension. The National Association of Realtors has asked all members to write to their senator asking to extend the tax credit.
The letter read:
Dear Friend:
Thank you for contacting me regarding the housing market. I welcome your thoughts and comments.
Homeownership is an essential part of the American Dream. In recent months, Congress has taken extraordinary actions to respond to the economic downturn in an effort to spur economic growth, especially in the housing market. I believe that Congress must continue to strive to improve access to affordable housing, support community development, and increase homeownership, while not imposing an undue tax burden on Americans.
In July 2008, Congress passed H.R. 3221, the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008, which included a homebuyer tax credit. This allowed first-time homebuyers to claim a tax credit of 10% of the home's value - - up to $7,500 - - for homes purchased between April 9, 2008 and June 30, 2009. Homebuyers would then repay a portion back each year over 15 years, making the credit an interest-free loan.
In February 2009, the homebuyer tax credit was revised and extended through H.R. 1, the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. This legislation increased the available tax credit to $8,000, and extended the deadline to purchase a home to November 30, 2009. Furthermore, it stipulated that for homes bought after January 1, 2009, no repayment of the credit is required.
As the termination date of the homebuyer tax credit approaches, a number of proposals have been introduced this Congress to alter it. One such proposal, introduced by Senator Ben Cardin (D-MD) on September 16, 2009, is S. 1678, a bill that would extend the $8,000 first-time homebuyer tax credit until June 1, 2010. Another proposal is S. 1230, the Home Buyer Tax Credit Act of 2009. Introduced by Senator Johnny Isakson (R-GA) on September 10, 2009, S. 1230 would increase the homebuyer tax credit to as much as $15,000, extend the deadline to qualify for an additional year, and make it available to all homebuyers.
Both S. 1678 and S. 1230 have been referred to the Senate Committee on Finance, on which I do not serve. As Congress considers legislation to strengthen our economy and provide responsible relief to Texas homeowners come, you may be certain I will keep your views in mind.
I appreciate hearing from you, and I hope that you will not hesitate to contact me on any issue that is important to you.
Sincerely,
Kay Bailey Hutchison
United States Senator
284 Russell Senate Office Building
Washington, DC 20510
202-224-5922 (tel)
202-224-0776 (fax)
Welcome to the most current Housing Trends eNewsletter. This eNewsletter is specially designed for you, with national and local housing information that you may find useful whether you're in the market for a home, thinking about selling your home, or just interested in homeowner issues in general.
Please click on this link to view the AUGUST - 2009 Newsletter Newsletter Housing Trends eNewsletter:
http://jamespotenza.housingtrendsenewsletter.com?Newsletter_ID=229&Period_ID=176
The Housing Trends eNewsletter contains the latest information from the National Association of REALTORS®, the U.S. Census Bureau, Realtor.org reports and other sources.
It also includes press releases with charts and videos, key market indicators and real estate sales and price statistics, a video message by a nationally recognized economist, maps, mortgage rates and calculators, consumer articles, plus local neighborhood information and more.
If you are interested in determining the value of your home, click the "Home Evaluator" link for a free evaluation report:
http://jamespotenza.housingtrendsenewsletter.com/dispContent.cfm?loadid=2&loadtype=0
Sound decisions can only be made with accurate and reliable information, and I am happy to be a trusted resource for you. Thank you for the opportunity to provide you with this monthly eNewsletter, and I look forward to answering any questions you may have and to the opportunity to be your REALTOR® in the future.
Sincerely yours,
James Potenza
Homebuyer's - Team, LLC
1301 Regents Park Dr. Suite 102 Houston TX 77058
(832) 372-6388 | 8323726388
james@buyeragentjames.com
You are receiving this email because you have signed up for and activated your personalized Housing Trends eNewsletter. If you no longer wish to receive emails about the latest issues of your newsletter, click to unsubscribe.
Welcome to the most current Housing Trends eNewsletter. This eNewsletter is specially designed for you, with national and local housing information that you may find useful whether you're in the market for a home, thinking about selling your home, or just interested in homeowner issues in general.
Please click on this link to view the JUN-2009 Housing Trends eNewsletter:
http://jamespotenza.housingtrendsenewsletter.com?Newsletter_ID=227&Period_ID=174
The Housing Trends eNewsletter contains the latest information from the National Association of REALTORS®, the U.S. Census Bureau, Realtor.org reports and other sources.
It also includes press releases with charts and videos, key market indicators and real estate sales and price statistics, a video message by a nationally recognized economist, maps, mortgage rates and calculators, consumer articles, plus local neighborhood information and more.
If you are interested in determining the value of your home, click the "Home Evaluator" link for a free evaluation report:
http://jamespotenza.housingtrendsenewsletter.com/dispContent.cfm?loadid=2&loadtype=0
Sound decisions can only be made with accurate and reliable information, and I am happy to be a trusted resource for you. Thank you for the opportunity to provide you with this monthly eNewsletter, and I look forward to answering any questions you may have and to the opportunity to be your REALTOR® in the future.
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James Potenza, ABR,EBA
Pearland,
TX
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