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central oregon real estate: Things to do in Bend OR - 2010 COBA Tour of Homes - 07/14/10 06:25 PM
365 Things to do in Bend Oregon - 2010 Central Oregon Builders Association (COBA) tour of homes.
The COBA tour of homes begins Friday and runs all weekend.  This year there are 37 homes featured through out Bend, Redmond, Powell Butte and Sisters on the Tour of Homes this year.  A 2010 COBA Tour of Homes Event Guide is available online if you want to scout out your route. The event guide is also available at the COBA office.
COBA Tour of Homes Schedule
Friday, July 16, 2010 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Saturday, July 17, 2010 10:00am - 6:00 pm
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central oregon real estate: Buy A Fannie Mae Bank Owned Home and get 3.5% Towards Closing Costs - 05/02/10 01:03 PM
Buy a Fannie Mae bank owned Home in Bend and receive 3.5% of your purchase price towards closing costs. Although the First Time Home Buyer and Repeat Buyer tax credit have expired, it's not too late to find a great deal on a Bank Owned Home in Bend.
Back in February Fannie Mae began providing a 3.5% discount to buyers to are purchasing a home as their primary residence. Buyers can receive up to 3.5% of their purchase price at closing to use towards closing costs or appliances. In order for the home to qualify it must be listed by … (2 comments)

central oregon real estate: Check out Our Website Make Over - Bend Oregon Real Estate - 03/31/10 09:50 PM
If you haven't stopped by MyHomeinBend.com recently today is the day!  We've completely redesigned our Bend Oregon Real Estate website to make it more user friendly and of course better looking! 
MyHomeinBend has been redesigned in wordpress for a fun interactive blog and information rich real estate website.  Search for homes, view featured listings, find information on short sales, foreclosures and local Bend, Oregon real estate news.

Visit MyHomeinBend for all your Central Oregon Real Estate Needs!
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central oregon real estate: Home for Sale in SW Bend - $68,000 - Manzanita Ln., Bend, OR 97702 - 03/21/10 10:33 AM
Just Listed- Home for Sale in SW Bend! - $68,000 - Manzanita Ln., Bend OR 97702 … (4 comments)

central oregon real estate: $378,100 - Bank Approved Short Sale - 63920 Deschutes Market Rd., Bend, OR - 03/18/10 05:42 PM
Bank Approved Short Sale!! 63920 Deschutes Market Rd., Bend, OR 97701 … (5 comments)

central oregon real estate: Helpful How to Video for Buying Your First Central Oregon Home - 03/07/10 09:33 AM
With less than 60 days until the first time home buyer tax credit expires in Central Oregon - if you're looking to buy your first home in Bend or Redmond, now is the time to get moving.
Check out this helpful video outlining the steps to begin and complete your home buying process.  Starting from getting your finances in order and visiting a mortgage professional though checking out homeowners insurance and closing the deal.
 
How To Buy a Home on Howcast  
Get the answers to your home buying questions with no pressure sales, contact us at kadams@fredrealestate.com to get … (2 comments)

central oregon real estate: 5 Common First Time Home Buyer Mistakes & Solutions - 02/08/10 01:36 PM
Home prices in Central Oregon have dropped incredibly, making this an excellent market for first time home buyers.  If you're ready to jump off the fence and buy your first home, make sure to avoid these
5 Common First Time Home Buyer Mistakes.  
1. They don’t ask enough questions of their lender and end up missing out on the best deal.
Solution - ASK, ASK, ASK and research.  Make sure you're comfortable with the lender you choose and you're happy with their ability to answer your questions.  Purchasing your first home is probably the biggest financial decions you've made, … (3 comments)

central oregon real estate: FHA Suspends 90-day Flipping Rule. - 02/04/10 02:01 PM
FHA Suspends 90-day Flipping Rule potentially increasing the availability to affordable housing for Central Oregon home buyers.
What is the 90-day flipping rule?
Prior to the suspension of the FHA 90-day flipping rule, home buyers we unable to purchase homes with FHA loans when the seller owned the home for less than 90-days.
How does this affect me, the buyer?
The suspension of the 90-day flipping rule will hopefully increase the availability of affordable housing for buyers choosing to finance their purchase with an FHA mortgage. 
As of February 1, 2010, the FHA has temporarily suspended the 90 day … (3 comments)

central oregon real estate: Sell Your Central Oregon Home by Highlighting What Buyers Want - 02/01/10 11:43 AM
Sell Your Central Oregon Home by Highlighting What Buyers Want!  According to a recent survey,  these are the top 10 amenities buyers are looking for in their next home purchase:
Energy efficiency, including energy-efficient appliances, super insulation, and high-efficiency windows. Home offices Main-floor master suite Outdoor living space Ceiling fans Soaking tub in the master suite and/or an oversize shower with a seating area Stone and brick exteriors rather than stucco or vinyl Community walking paths and playgrounds Two-car garages, but three-car garages are even more desirable If you are currently selling or looking to sell your Central Oregon Home, be … (3 comments)

central oregon real estate: It's Spring in Central Oregon Real Estate - The Time to List Your Home is Now! - 01/21/10 03:55 PM
It's Spring in Central Oregon Real Estate - The Time to List Your Home is Now!  Homebuyers are out early this year in Central Oregon trying to buy homes before the first-time homebuyer and move-up home buyer tax credit deadlines. 
The typically height of the spring real estate buying season is March through May, however, buyers are already busy looking for homes.  In 2010, the height of the real estate buying season is expected to be February through April due to the tax credit requirements.  The first time homebuyer tax credit and move-up buyer tax credit requires buyers have a signed … (1 comments)

central oregon real estate: I love living in Bend - Why do You Love Bend, Oregon? - 11/22/09 02:54 PM
Why do you love Bend, Oregon? 
Is it the 4-5 inches of snow we recieved this morning? 
The blue skies we're blessed with this afternoon? 
Perhaps the it's the many Central Oregon Golf Courses or the abundance of hiking and biking trails. 
Is it the friendly people around town that truly love living here?
   
 
 
Whether you're a long term resident or thinking about moving to Bend, Oregon, you'll find many things to love about the beautiful high desert.
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central oregon real estate: Have you checked out Fred Real Estate Group in Central Oregon Yet? - 11/18/09 06:31 PM
 
 
Have you checked out Fred Real Estate Group in Central Oregon Yet?
Something different in real estate providing you with outstanding service for all of your home buying and selling needs in Bend, Redmond and surrounding areas. Contact us for more information on foreclosures, short sales and property values in the High Desert. It's a great time to buy in Central Oregon with low mortgage rates, low home prices and the repeat / move-up and first time home buyer tax credit.
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central oregon real estate: Central Oregon Awarded $3.89M for Affordable Housing - 11/15/09 11:56 PM
Central Oregon Awarded $3.89M for Affordable Housing.  The real estate market has declined and rent rates are lower across Central Oregon, but the need for affordable housing is still in high demand. 
According to an article in todays Bend Bulletin, the state housing agency has awarded approximately $3.89 million in grants, tax credits and loans to contractors in an effort to repair and add additional affordable hosing in the area. These funds will help maintain section 8 housing through out Central Oregon including Quimby Apartments in Bend, the High Desert Commons Project in Redmond and Grasshopper Village in Prineville. 
This … (0 comments)

central oregon real estate: Bend, Oregon $199,000 - Beautiful Home in Park Like Setting - 20344 Mahsie Ct., Bend, OR - 08/14/09 07:06 PM
Beautiful Home on Large Lot … (2 comments)

central oregon real estate: Home Buyers Looking for a Quiet Neighborhood with Expansive Lots, Tillicum Village in SE Bend is for YOU! - 07/27/09 02:52 PM
Looking for a Quiet Neighborhood with Expansive Lots? Check out Homes for Sale in Tillicum Village in SE Bend.
The majority of the homes in Tillicum Village including the homes for sale are on lots that range from 0.25 to 0.50 acres. Tillicum Village is a great neighborhood for families or individuals looking for lush gardens and open spaces. The quaint single story homes are nestled between tall pines and expansive well maintained common areas. On any normal sunny Bend, Oregon, day you'll drive through the neighborhood and see kids on bikes and adults tending to gardens.
Living in the Tillicum … (0 comments)

 
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