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My Best Month! - 09/30/07 07:59 AM
I just finished my best month of the year! 
We finally closed my listing - although a month late with delays from the buyer's lender, the buyer's agent, etc., we closed.  Three of my buyer clients settled this month.  Two of my buyers purchased new homes - the builders are offering such great … (6 comments)

ARKANSAS -- Info Please ... - 09/28/07 12:35 AM
Hi AR in Arkansas ... my husband and I are in the preliminary stages of thinking of relocating and Arkansas is one of our top choices.
I would love if I could get some AR input on the state.  I was looking in the Hot Springs area (between Hot Springs and Little … (1 comments)

Virginia Area Parks - 09/27/07 11:37 PM
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Avoid Predatory Lending ... - 09/27/07 10:17 AM
"How to Avoid Predatory Lending" and use it to help prospective homeowners avoid unfair lending practices. Download here.
This easy to read, down to earth explanation of the various predatory lending practices is a great resource for consumers ... please, read everything before you sign!!  Make sure you completely understand what … (0 comments)

Beautiful Renovated Single Family Home - For Rent - 09/26/07 10:00 PM
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City of Manassas - Demographics and Other Useful Information - 09/26/07 09:49 PM

 
 
 
Harris Pavillion - Old Town Manassas
OLD TOWN MANASSAS - LOCATED IN PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY - IS RICH IN HISTORY, CULTURE, DIVERSITY ... for more information about Manassas ... visit my website www.ritagibbons.com - or www.visitpwc.com ... Manassas provides it's citizens and visitors many activites - outdoor, amusement, cultural ...
Demographics - City of Manassas
Population … (0 comments)

Short Sales ... Useful Information - 09/26/07 08:46 PM
WHAT IS A SHORT SALE?
A short sale occurs when a property is sold and the lender agrees to accept a discounted payoff, meaning the lender will release the lien that is secured to the property upon receipt of less money than is actually owed.
Example: If the unpaid balance of … (2 comments)

Higher Standards ... - 09/25/07 11:31 PM
One more post for the evening ...
I was contacted for a listing presentation for a young couple who purchased a home during the hot market -- their interest rate adjusted earlier this year (their payment went from $2400 a month to $3800!!).
Any way, they've had their property listed for a couple … (5 comments)

I can't believe ... - 09/25/07 11:22 PM
During a meeting with a prospective tenant (I'll call her Jan) it came out that Jan's house is listed in a "short sale" and she hadn't gotten any activity on her property -- it's been listed for over 60 days ... While we were speaking, I told her to call me if … (7 comments)

Short Sales ... - 09/25/07 11:04 PM
We're seeing more and more short sales - pre-foreclosure sales.  I just attended a very informative seminar on short sales.
There were some very important points I took from this seminar:
1. The seller MUST be honest - lenders are looking for scams and fraud and they will catch you!  The seller cannot … (6 comments)

Finally - We Closed! - 09/18/07 06:55 AM
We finally closed the sale!  After delays from the buyer's agent - and I suspect she wasn't being honest with me about her buyer's situation - we closed a month after we were scheduled to close!  When I got the call from the settlement company last Wednesday - I dropped everything … (2 comments)

Finally - We Closed! - 09/18/07 06:55 AM
We finally closed the sale!  After delays from the buyer's agent - and I suspect she wasn't being honest with me about her buyer's situation - we closed a month after we were scheduled to close!  When I got the call from the settlement company last Wednesday - I dropped everything … (0 comments)

Avoid Predatory Lending ... - 09/06/07 05:23 PM
"How to Avoid Predatory Lending" and use it to help prospective homeowners avoid unfair lending practices. Download here.
This easy to read, down to earth explanation of the various predatory lending practices is a great resource to share with your clients.
You can download the brochure to share with your clients - … (1 comments)

New FREE resource! - 09/06/07 06:37 AM
www.NationalRelocation.com is offering FREE advertising for rentals.  It's in the infancy stages of developments, but hey, FREE is always a good thing.
I've posted three of my rentals ...
Check it out.
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Important Information for Consumers ... - 09/06/07 06:30 AM
CNN: "Looking for Ways Out of the Subprime Mortgage Crisis,"USA Today: "Neighborhood Finds Real Estate Loans Too Good to Be True" Washington Post: "Foreclosure Rate Hits Historic High"
We've all seen the headlines. What consumers need now is a lifeline.
"How to Avoid Foreclosure and Keep Your Home," which provides outstanding … (0 comments)

Avoid Predatory Lending ... - 09/06/07 06:27 AM
"How to Avoid Predatory Lending" and use it to help prospective homeowners avoid unfair lending practices. Download here.
This easy to read, down to earth explanation of the various predatory lending practices is a great resource to share with your clients.
You can download the brochure to share with your clients - … (4 comments)

Foreclosures -- there may be help! - 09/06/07 06:24 AM
"How to Avoid Foreclosure and Keep Your Home," which provides outstanding information for existing homeowners who may not be able to afford their current mortgage, including phone numbers, counseling services and just plain good advice. Download here.
The above is offered by the National Association of Realtors.  You can downloan the … (0 comments)

Stunning 3 Level Townhome w/Garage in Bristow - 09/06/07 06:17 AM
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FOR RENT - Stunning Single Family Home in Piedmont ... - 09/03/07 09:22 AM
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Resort-Style Living - 55+ Active Adult Community - Regency at Dominion Valley - FOR RENT - 09/03/07 09:20 AM
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FOR RENT - Townhouse w/Garage Ready for Tenants - Manassas - 09/03/07 09:18 AM
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Perfect for First-Time Buyer! Townhouse in Centreville ... 2 Master Bedroom, 3 Levels - 09/03/07 09:16 AM
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Virginia Grantor Tax Increase - 09/03/07 09:13 AM
VIRGINIA:  Grantor's Tax to Increase January 1, 2008 On July 12, The Northern Virginia Transportation Authority voted to increase the residential Grantor's Tax. Effective January 1, 2008, the Grantor's Tax rate will increase by $.40 per $100, taking the total tax rate to $5 per $1000. The increased Grantor's Tax is one of … (0 comments)

Help is available for those who are facing foreclosure - unable to make their mortgage payments ... - 09/03/07 09:09 AM
CNN: "Looking for Ways Out of the Subprime Mortgage Crisis,"USA Today: "Neighborhood Finds Real Estate Loans Too Good to Be True" Washington Post: "Foreclosure Rate Hits Historic High" We've all seen the headlines. What consumers need now is a lifeline.1. "How to Avoid Foreclosure and Keep Your Home," which provides outstanding … (0 comments)

 
Real Estate Sales Person: Rita Gibbons Virginia Hometown Realtors (Linton Hall Realtors)
Rita Gibbons Virginia Hometown Realtors
Gainesville, VA
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