Inspector’s Corner – Fall Maintenance Tip 6 of 6 – Warm Coats are Good for Your House Too! - 11/20/09 04:23 PM
Happy Friday Readers!  Here we go, this is the last in a Series of 6 Fall Maintenance Tips from Matt Steger at WIN Home Inspection.  Don't worry though, Matt will be back next week with more helpful tips and advice.  This week's tip deals with the not so glamorous, but ever so important, issue of proper insulation.  The easiest way to lower your heating (and cooling) costs is to have the right amount of properly installed insulation.  Don't know what that is or how to figure it out? 
Don't forget to to call Matt Steger with WIN Home Inspection at 717-361-9467 for all of your Home … (2 comments)

The numbers are in and they're...... not that bad! - 11/19/09 03:03 PM
I know, I know, not the most inspiring title but seriously, when we look at market statistics in today's ecnomy not that bad is pretty darn good!  Read on to find out more!I don't know if you are familiar with Zillow.com or not, but they are a national website that aggregates real estate listings and data.   I don't agree with everything they do, but they do a nice job of creating cool charts and graphs that show area trends and when you look at those charts, it's easy to see why I say things are doing pretty good here in … (0 comments)

It’s Back! PHFA Allows Buyers to use the First Time/Repeat Buyer Tax Credit to Close! - 11/18/09 04:25 PM
It's official!  Today, Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency (PHFA) announced that it has allocated funding in the amount of $5,000,000 for the continuation of their Tax Credit Advance (TCA) program!   This is a limited time offer, so take note, once they run out of money it will be too late, so you need to move now if you want to take advantage of it!  According to Kate Newton, the Director of Homeownerships Programs for PHFA, the original program began offering the advance loans in June and by September they gave out $5,750,000 in loans and were out of money.  The new funding breathes life … (0 comments)

Monday Fit Bit – Workouts You Can Do at Home! - 11/17/09 12:34 PM
Happy Monday Readers!  It's time again for another Monday Fit Bit from Mickey Glick at Body and Soul Fitness Studio.  When people tell her they don't always have time to go to the gym, Mickey tells them that going to the gym isn't the only way to stay healthy and there are many excercises that can be done at home that are just as effective as a gym membership.  Read on to find out what they are! 
Don't forget, if you have more questions or would like Mickey to create a personalized fitness plan for you, call her at Body and Soul … (0 comments)

We Received Your Payments On Time but are Foreclosing Anyway! - 11/15/09 09:42 AM
There is a place in our industry for large lenders, but I think we can all agree this is a bit ridiculous.  Thanks for the info Larry!
Via Larry Bettag - Cherry Creek Mortgage:
I'm really seeing something wierd going on here:
Mortgage Compaines blowing up.  Mortgage companies thriving.  Clients are making the shift.  Big box lenders are so big that they're collapsing on top of their own clients. 
I'm dealing with a top three lender rignt now...
As an Attorney!
I've been contacted by the client.  The lender had been accepting the mortgage payments, cashing them in and, oh yes.....reporting to the credit … (2 comments)

Inspector’s Corner – Fall Maintenance Tip 5 of 6 – Just Say No to Drafty Windows! - 11/13/09 03:44 PM
Happy Friday Readers!  Time for another Fall Maintenance Tip from Matt Steger with WIN Home Inspection!   Windows.  They bring in light, add beautiful accents to the look of a home, create a warm, welcoming environment and, if you aren't careful, drive your heating costs through the roof!   Read on to find out how you can make your windows as efficient and draft free as possible! Don't forget, call Matt Steger with WIN Home Inspection at 717-361-9467 for all of yourHome Inspection needs!
This week, the topic is windows and keeping the cold weather outside.  If your home hassingle pane windows and storm panes, ensure that the … (0 comments)

Monday Fit Bit - It Really is That Simple - 11/09/09 04:33 PM
Good Afternoon Readers!  It's Monday, time for another Monday Fit Bit from Mickey Glick!   The one thing I hear all the time from Mickey is that fitness isn't about making huge radical changes, but about all the little things that add up to an overall healthier life.  Stand up, walk, laugh.  Yup, it is that simple, read on to find out more!
Don't forget, if you would like more information or want Mickey Glick (who, by the way, is a very experienced and certified personal trainer!) to set up a fitness plan for you, call her at Body and Soul Fitness … (0 comments)

A Whole New World – Why the New and Expanded Tax Credit May Save the US Economy! - 11/08/09 09:01 PM
This past Friday, President Obama signed into law H.R. 3548.  This bill, at it's heart a bill to extend unemployment benefits {which, by the way, is being completely overlooked as the critical step it was to help the unemployed workers in this country, but that's a topic for another day (see, I'm overlooking it too!)} contained a roundly supported amendment to Extend and Expand the First Time Home Buyer Tax Credit that was set to expire this month.  Unless you were hiding under a rock, by now you've no doubt heard countless talking heads telling you that this bill will either (A) Save … (2 comments)

Inspector’s Corner – Fall Maintenance Tip 4 of 6 – Cold is Not Your Plumbing’s Friend - 11/08/09 07:26 PM
Happy Friday Readers!   It's time once again for another timely tip from Matt Steger at WIN Home Inspection!  Fall is definitely here and with temperatures dipping below freezing, Matt has some tips regarding your plumbing and how to keep it healthy and intact all winter long! 
Read on and don't forget to call Matt Steger with WIN Home Inspection at 717-361-9467 for all of your Home Inspection needs!
This week's maintenance tip can help prevent a burst pipe or damaged hose.  I recommend disconnecting your garden hoses from outside hose bibs and store them inside.  If your exterior water spigots have … (0 comments)

Home Buyer Tax Credit Passes Senate 98-0! - 11/04/09 07:46 PM
The Senate voted today 98-0 to pass the HR 3548.  HR 3548 is a bill  that extends unemployment benefits for an additional 20 weeks and contains an amendment that extends the existing $8,000 First Time Buyer Tax Credit and adding a tax credit for Move Up buyers!Here is what we know:
The Tax Credit Extension allows eligible buyers to claim the credit if their contract is written prior to April 30, 2009 (contracts must then close within 60 days). First Time Buyers (being defined as buyers who have not owned primary residence within the past 3 years) are eligible for up to $8,000. … (6 comments)

Recording your documents will cost you more starting December 2009 - 11/03/09 08:17 PM
Fees.  It's an interesting word and many people don't know just how many fees are involved in a real estate transaction.  Lender fees, title fees, inspection fees, notary fees, administrative fees, recording fees, if you've ever looked at a settlement sheet you'd be amazed at just how many there are.  Why so many?Well, all of these ancillary service providers need to cover their expenses and the "rules" (see a little more on that here) require every single fee to be disclosed or they get in big trouble.  I agree, fees should be disclosed but more than that, I also think there … (0 comments)

Monday Fit Bit – Cut out those liquid calories! - 11/02/09 03:30 PM
Happy Monday Everyone!  This week's Fit Bit from Mickey Glick  has the simplest solution yet to losing weight, don't drink your calories!  Check out the tips listed belowand as always, if you'd like more information about fitness or would like a personalized workout plan put together for you, call Mickey Glick and Body and Soul Fitness Studio 717-509-7777!
 DUMP THE LIQUID CALORIES
 If you're trying to slim down, ditch the liquid calories. And, yes, that includes fruit juice. Researchers from Perdue University found that, when people were allowed to choose to eat or drink as much as they wanted, they consumed … (4 comments)

 
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