karen butler blog: What the #htag? No I'm Not Using Dirty Words!
- 11/18/11 03:47 PM
But I almost want to... You have got to be kidding me! I received an e-mail alert that someone mentioned me on Twitter today. Hmm, I wonder who, was it in response to something I posted earlier? Noooo, it said: "Happy #FF to great local tweeps @KarensMyRealtor" Now I obviously have no clue to what #FF means, so like the good school girl that I've always been, I go and look it up. Sorry I GOOGLE'D it. LOL. Okay, I found a definition that says it means "follow Friday" WTH? Well that cleared things up for me... NOT! Okay, now I have to … (9 comments)
karen butler blog: Considering Updating Your Homes Lighting?
- 01/27/11 10:51 AM
If you've been considering updating the lighing in your house take a look at this quick video first. I thought it was pretty helpful and enlightening. Click here to view: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=05SSP3WKXuI
Karen Butler, REALTOR Karen@KarenButler.com 850-830-8780 Coldwell Banker United Realtors, FWB, Fl 20 Years - USAF Military Veteran Military Specialist 1st Time Home Buyer Counselor Contract Negotiation Specialist, CNS Trusted Community Advisor Senior Real Estate Specialist, SRES Mortgage Pre Approval Resource Resale Home Analyst Accredited Buyer Specialist, ABR Short Sale & Foreclosure Resource, SFR Fair Housing Chairman, ECAR … (0 comments)
karen butler blog: Max Hedroom didn't say homes sales rose 12.3% in December to 5.28 million
- 01/20/11 12:20 PM
I don't care if those Max Hedroom talking heads on the "Nightmare News Cable" Channels won't say it, I'm telling everybody in case you didn't know... The National Association of Realtors posted the latest numbers that said... Existing homes sales shot up 12.3% in December, coming in well above most estimates from 4.55 - 5.04 million and giving the US economy that needed growth spurt in the last six months of the year ending 2010. No, I'm not saying break out the champagne, this is still a pretty long road trip, so I hope you packed a lunch. The current inventory … (0 comments)
karen butler blog: Flying into Fort Walton Beach More Affordable?
- 01/18/11 06:00 AM
Vision Airlines just announced that it is adding service in the Eastern U.S. beginning March 25th, with flights between Northwest Florida Regional Airport (which services the Fort Walton Beach area) and cities including Asheville, N.C., Atlanta, Miami, the Orlando area, and other cities in Florida and the South. Some fares may initially as low as $49 one way, will go on sale today Jan 18th for trips between the beach communities of northwest Florida and such cities as Baton Rouge, Knoxville, Tenn., and Little Rock. In December it added twice-a-day flights between Louisville, Ky. and Atlanta, and from Niagara Falls International … (0 comments)
karen butler blog: New Requirements for Wind Mitigation Inspections in Florida
- 01/04/11 11:21 AM
While the attached bulleting has come from Citizens Insurance, I'm pretty sure the other carriers will be following suit, to maintain the integrity of the program. Wind Mitigation inspections can but are not guaranteed to reduce homeowner insurance premiums for those home built prior to 2002 that meet the criteria such as having roof clips. So if you have considered getting one, I've seen the cost range from $75-$150, make sure you you are paying someone who meets the new criteria for the insurance companies, otherwise, you may find yourself having to pay for an additional one. Per Citizens bulletin, 4-Point inspections will … (2 comments)
karen butler blog: Air Force Thunderbirds announce 2011 Air Show Schedule
- 12/08/10 03:31 PM
The U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron "Thunderbirds" have announced their 2011 air show schedule. The team is scheduled to perform nearly 70 shows in 25 states, one U.S. territory and 10 European countries. They will kick-off the 2011 season by performing a flyover for the 53rd running of the Daytona 500, Feb. 20.The U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron is an Air Combat Command unit composed of eight pilots (including six demonstration pilots), four support officers, four civilians and approximately 110 enlisted Airmen performing in more than 29 Air Force specialties.A Thunderbirds' aerial demonstration is a mix of formation flying and … (6 comments)
karen butler blog: DREYER & REINBOLD RACING HOSTS 1st ANNUAL PARTNER SUMMIT AT EGLIN AIR FORCE BASE
- 11/08/10 03:49 PM
The 2010 racing season has come to an end and the off-season is well underway and turning out to be both successful and busy for Dreyer & Reinbold Racing. Next on the schedule for DRR is the inaugural Partner Summit, which will take place on Tuesday, November 9th and Wednesday, November 10th at Eglin Air Force Baseand the Water Color Inn & Resort. Day One will take place at the spectacular Five-Star WaterColor Inn & Resort in Panama City, Florida. The second half of the inaugural Summit will take place at Eglin Air Force Base. DRR Partners will have a rare opportunity to … (0 comments)
karen butler blog: Military Brides Across America
- 11/07/10 06:01 PM
Oh my gosh, I almost forgot to tell you about this! Brides Across America was created and supported by the bridal industry to do more to support our troops and their families. Bringing bridal and military together is a marriage made in heaven! Bridal salons are uniting across America to donate and giving away wedding gowns to qualified military brides. So if you will be marrying a Military member or are a Military member who's planning or thinking about planning a wedding then this is for you.The wedding industry is making a difference and giving brides to be the opportunity to find the wedding gown … (6 comments)
Karen Butler, REALTOR Karen@KarenButler.com 850-830-8780 Military Specialist 20 Years - USAF Military Veteran Trusted Community Advisor 1st Time Home Buyer Counselor Resale Home Analyst 2010 Fair Housing Chairman, ECAR Short Sale & Foreclosure Resource, SFR Contract Negotiation Specialist, CNS Senior Real Estate Specialist, SRES Accredited Buyer Specialist, ABR FREE Search Homes For Sale: Fort Walton Beach* Eglin AFB/ Hurlburt Field* Navarre* Crestview … (0 comments)
karen butler blog: Late Reporting After Short Sale Is Closed
- 06/01/10 02:04 AM
Apparently short sales can continue to be reported that the account is still delinquent to the credit reporting bureaus for up to 10 months even after the sale has closed. For people already suffering through a hardship, this can severly impacting a persons ability to reestablish their credit and get back on their feet. I didn't say it was right, I said they are doing it. What you can do is have clients, Realtors or Attorneys contact the servicer to let them know the sale has closed and to please (don't forget that part) stop reporting continual late payments. More than likely it is the trickle down effect, and until the word … (0 comments)
karen butler blog: If I Shop Around For A Better Mortgage Rate Will It Affect My Credit Score?
- 04/10/10 07:39 AM
Actually there was a time when shopping around did affect your scores severely when you shopped different lenders and online lending institutions as well. Numerous inquiries gave the appearance that you were trying to open new lines of credit, which impaired your ability to buy a home. So does that mean you are stuck with the first interest rate you are quoted? Most people don't realize that everytime a bank runs your social security number to check to see if you are "credit worthy" there is a ding to your credit. Ever been car shopping? How about that big ticket item … (0 comments)
karen butler blog: FHA Mortgage Insurance Premium (MIP) is about to Increase... again.
- 03/07/10 08:28 AM
Effective April 5th 2010 which is less than 30 days away, the FHA mortgage insurance premium (MIP) will be increased from 1.75% to 2.25 %. If you are considering an FHA mortgage for your new home, this is important news because it will cost you less to get it now. So not only is the $8000 and $6500 Home buying tax credit ending next month, it will actually cost more to get the loan itself. The FHA will seek authority to not only raise the up-front MIP but also the annual MIP as well. Borrowers with weak credit will be required to … (0 comments)
karen butler blog: Eglin AFB area schools prepare for Army Special Forces children
- 03/07/10 04:58 AM
School Preparations for the arrival of the Army 7th Special Forces Group are under way in Okaloosa County, in Fort Walton Beach, Niceville and Crestview. They have included training for the school district's staff, a Web site page for incoming parents and trips to Fort Bragg, to speak to families who will move to the Emerald Coast. Between 1500- 2000 new students are expected when the Special Forces completes its move in about two years. The benefit is our county is familiar with the needs of military children, as Eglin AFB, Hurlburt and Duke Fields have been a part of this … (0 comments)
karen butler blog: The new F-35 pilots get a Star Wars Generation flight suit
- 03/07/10 02:03 AM
Joint Strike Fighter pilot instructors were fitted for their new gear this past week at Eglin AFB. This state of the art suit is off the hook. Rumor has it that the helmet alone cost more than most single family homes! The Joint Strike Force pilots wearing them represent not only the Air Force, but also the Navy, Marines, and student pilots from allied countries as well. The most advanced step is the personalized helmet that weighs as much as a bowling ball. A laser scanner maps the head of each pilot and creates padding tailored to their individual heads. A … (2 comments)
karen butler blog: Sellers/Buyers Don't Get Caught Short
- 01/06/10 04:08 AM
Homeowners if you are considering selling your home this year, my advice would be get your home on the market as soon as possible. Why? Buyers are looking to buy! Why? The extension of the Homebuyers Tax Credit says new buyers need to be under contract by April 30th that's why! So when do you think they are looking? NOW of Course! But wait, I have another reason you might want to consider... Mortgate interest rates are projected to rise shortly. So if you are planning to sell your home and buy another, this might be important for you to … (1 comments)
karen butler blog: USAF Legal Studies Program Now Accepting Applications
- 01/06/10 02:58 AM
If you are a military officer and have considered entering the legal field of the military there is a program available to assist you with that. It's called the Legal Studies Program. Applications for the Funded Legal Education Program and Excess Leave Program are being accepted from 1 January through 1 March 2010. Interested officers are encouraged to compete. The FLEP is a paid legal studies program for active-duty Air Force commissioned officers. The FLEP is an assignment action, and participants receive full pay, allowances, and tuition. FLEP applicants must have between two and six years active duty service (enlisted or commissioned) and … (0 comments)
But I almost want to... You have got to be kidding me! I received an e-mail alert that someone mentioned me on Twitter today. Hmm, I wonder who, was it in response to something I posted earlier? Noooo, it said:
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