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Know the Neighborhood! - 02/22/07 09:50 PM
When Buying, Know the Neighborhood One of the most important decisions a homebuyer must make is choosing the right neighborhood. While this is a very personal decision that often hinges on hundreds of different factors, you should always keep in mind the following...
If you are considering buying in an unfamiliar neighborhood, take the time to walk or drive around it, both during the day and in the evening. Check out the availability of community amenities (such as public transportation, parks, stores, churches and schools). If you have school-age children you may even want to visit the local schools and daycare … (0 comments)
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When buying, know the market! - 02/22/07 09:49 PM
When Buying, Know the Market No matter the condition or desirability of a property, its value will be affected by current market conditions. Here are the various conditions you may encounter and how they will affect you:
Balanced Market:The number of homes on the market is equal to the number of buyers (supply equals demand). In this market, prices are stable and homes sell within a reasonable period of time. It is a calm atmosphere with Buyers having a satisfactory number of homes from which to choose. Seller's Market:The number of Buyers exceeds the number of homes on the market (demand … (2 comments)
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House Hunting worksheet - 02/22/07 09:44 PM
Print this off and take it with you when you are looking for your next home....
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Top 10 potential problems on a home inspection.... - 02/22/07 09:41 PM
Home Inspector's Top 10 Potential Problems The majority of purchasers are not overly surprised by the findings of their home inspection. Before getting this far, they have usually had a very close look at the property. And yes, they already know about the peeling paint and old furnace. They may even have noticed the wet basement and taken that into account when making their offer. It is when an inspection uncovers something unexpected that an inspection condition could save you from making a major mistake. Below are some of the more common problems found in a typical home inspection. While most … (0 comments)
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Home Inspections - 02/22/07 09:40 PM
Home Inspections Few of us would consider buying a used car without first having a mechanic look it over, or at least taking it out for a test drive. Yet that is exactly what many buyers do when buying a resale home. They often fail to have a professional home inspection performed on the home they are interested in, even though it is probably the largest and most important investment they will ever make. Fortunately, there is a growing industry of home inspectors to fill this gap. Unless you are an expert, it is highly unlikely that you will catch a … (0 comments)
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Types of Mortgages - 02/08/07 10:23 PM
Types of Mortgages Both Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are independent, privately run companies that operate under special congressional charters. Their mandate is to ensure that mortgage funds are made available to a broad spectrum of the American public. They do this by buying mortgages from approved lenders and then packaging those monies into securities backed by Fannie Mae/Freddie Mac. Those securities are then sold to investors in the secondary mortgage market. Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are independently owned companies that compete with each other for mortgage business. This competition ensures that there is an ample supply of low cost … (1 comments)
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Preparing your home to sell - 02/08/07 10:22 PM
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Errors to avoid when buying - 02/08/07 10:20 PM
The selling and buying of a house can be a stressful and confusing process. Not only is it very expensive to 'learn from your mistakes' but very few people move often enough to gain the needed experience. Although there is no substitute for doing your homework (start by asking your family and friends who have recently moved for their experiences) the following list of common pitfalls may be helpful.
1. Looking for a house without getting pre-approved by a lender:When you are pre-approved, you are effectively a cash buyer. This makes it much easier to negotiate with the seller. Do not … (0 comments)
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New listing! - 02/08/07 10:12 PM
Jason's new listing!
Here is the latest, this one is upgraded to the max, 228 SF Champion sun room built on with blinds all the way around, vinyl fencing in the back with gate, wall to wall custom built cabinets in the insulated garage, 25 year laminate wood floors on the main level, formal dining room with bay window, finished bonus room upstairs could be used as a 3rd bedroom, includes water softener, washer and dryer and flagpole in the front, only $169,900!Let me know if you know anyone interested in something like this or anything else, I have access to … (0 comments)
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My future real estate partner.... - 02/08/07 10:10 PM
My future real estate partner, introducing my Avery Grace Provencio, someday all my clients will become hers. That is if she wants any part of this business. I sure hope she does. However, she will have to work hard, it can't just be given to her. A 2 year associate's degreee minimum will be required for her to work with me, 4 year preferred. Ain't she cute though?
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Jason Provencio
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