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This is a list of things to steer clear of when you are seeking to obtain financing for a home. The following items may prove to be a detriment when you wish to move forward with the loan process.
What happens if a property is filed as owner occupied but there is a non-owner tenant, on a non-recorded lease at the time of auction? Would their lease become void, or are they protected by the landlord tenant act somehow?
My Response:
If a tenant is in place, you as the … (1 comments)
The "Senior" housing market starts off at age 55! Yes that's right 55!! But if you did an informal survey of your friends and family of those who are 55 and a tad over and asked them if they consider them a "Senior"...most would be horrified (except if it got them … (11 comments)
These articles keep popping up. Check out this one by Seth Sutel from the associated Press. Read Full Article>> Here are some snippets:
I received an email last night from First Magnus (I used to manage a mortgage company so I still get some lenders info). The body was this:IMPORTANT NOTICE:FIRST MAGNUS IS NO LONGER FUNDING ANY MORTGAGE LOANS In light of the collapse of the secondary mortgage market, First Magnus will not fund any … (2 comments)
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Good listing agents have always had the ability and responsibility to look down the road and see the potential oncoming traffic/dangers that might be approaching their clients. The latest hazard appears to come from lenders. It seems as though there is still some refi-residue out there in the lending world. These … (0 comments)
I went on a listing presentation today and I will be getting it filed tomorrow. I got this lead from a mutual friend who is in a band with this guy. The presentation was pretty formal, but I did use a lot of what I have learned from other agents and … (4 comments)
I recently posted a request for advice on the content of my newsletter. The active rain community was there to help. Now I have another question...
Today's world is full of all walks of life. We have good hearted people then there are those who are not so good hearted. It's a gamble sometimes when you are looking to move weather it is buying a home or even renting. It is even more of a gamble when you … (45 comments)
In Florida right now you are able to buy property at what prices were 7-10 years ago. It is totally amazing to see the market drop as fast and as much as it has. If I had the money I would be buying everything I could get my hands on now … (2 comments)
Any suggestions for software or an online service to send video email to my clients? Any help would be appreciated. … (8 comments)
On my normal route home last night, I noticed a bikini clad gal on a street corner with a sign that said "HOT coffee and BIKINIS!" She was “attention getting” and all..I was trying not to wreck my car as it startled me to see this in our just a bit too conservative digs. … (11 comments)
DEALING WITH FEELINGS OF COMPARISONS Being human we are prone to a number of fantastic emotions, or thought patterns. There seem to be none more restricting then those triggered by "negative imagination". This is where the opposite side of humility and spirituality can prosper, to the point of owning us. 
Disclaimer-I am not trying to upset anyone, and have intentionally withheld the names of the individuals, companies and parties involved because we're all innocent until proven guilty. I am merely sharing a recent experience and looking for advice on how to proceed. 
House Flipping Tips The House:
I followed up with an agent the other day who had showed one of my listings and she made the comment to me that she usually doesn't let people in her car unless they have a prequalification letter. I admired that, and I got to thinking about my own experiences, … (8 comments)
Thank you for the comments; ever since all of these foreclosures and investors in bonds backed by real estate haven't been receiving dividends on time, the market has plummeted because no one is investing in them anymore and with that lenders warehouse lines are so tied up they are being forced to go … (2 comments)
Ok, so I hate pulling floor duty, no secret. I understand its needed, part of the business, and can be productive. Yet I seem to have the worst luck, and countless crappy calls abound whenever I pull my time. I am in and out of the office a lot, and just … (6 comments)
Do you act like an EMPLOYEE or an ENTREPRENEUR?
During a recent opportunity to speak in front of a group of Real Estate Industry Professionals the resounding concerns over the Real Estate Appraisal process was clearly a concern. 
In today's shifting housing market, the buyer has the advantage, and consequently is holding the seller and real estate agent more accountable for the condition of a property. Consequently, the Home Warranty Association of California (HWAC) is advising buyers and real estate agents to look more closely at what home warranties … (0 comments)
What is a Short sale ? Lender is willing to take less then what sellers owe just to close the deal.
What is it that makes a hero? The dictionary defines a hero as 'any person admired for courage, nobility, or exploits; any person regarded as an ideal or model; a central figure who played an admirable role in any important event or period'.
I have been in real estate now for 1 year and i just received my first REO. I am looking for ways for find more REO listings. If you have any infomation on websites, banks, or any other infomation on how to find more REO's I would greatly appreciate it.
Why? Why? Why? I just have to ask, "Why?" 
How many people really know what a Notice of Default (NOD) is? You probably know that if you receive one of these, you're having trouble paying your mortgage or property taxes. For the sake of making this simpler, let's make the rest of this article about mortgage defaults only. Now, what do you … (0 comments)
Ok, I have struggled over the last couple of weeks. I had hoped to loose two pounds my first week at my weight loss endeavor, but alas I gained 1! I kept asking myself how can this be! Maybe, I have found the answer. I had a visit with my Dr. … (8 comments)
You've done it! You're in the meeting with the client - you've done the hard part, getting the actual appointment, so why are your palms sweating, why have you spent the last 10 minutes in the car out the front of the house double checking paperwork and rehearsing your opening lines … (0 comments)
I began in real estate a while back and I was doing ok because I had a job as a pharmacist. Then when I went to become a Realtor I did it gradually, and my income from real estate was just bonus. However, I eventually phased out the pharmacy job because … (12 comments)
Cadey and I are trying to determine what the best closing gifts are. We have tried several and there are a ton out there - what have you used that works? We want something that is 'sticky' and has the possibility of staying around for a while. We are considering using … (8 comments)
There are at least 25 great reasons to become a member of the RE/MAX Real Estate Groups team! I will share these with you on my blog:
I have quite a few buyers who are deciding to rent for another year. They are waiting for this huge hole in the market to open up and allow them to buy foreclosures at unbelievable prices. I am not so sure that is going to happen. The foreclosures we are going … (5 comments)
Have you heard of "Lock Bumping?" It is a means by which criminals make adjustments to standard house keys, then use those keys to open people's doors (in ohter words, break in). It's called bumping because the techniques requires the criminal to "bump" the key (tap it). But here I might … (4 comments)
Hello Everyone,
I have been selling real estate for 10 years. Three months into my career, I began hosting buyer's seminars. Pretty gutsy for someone who basically had no experience, yet. I had a lender present to discuss mortgages, but I did most of the speaking. My first seminar brought in 30 guests. It … (10 comments)
I have a lot of friends around the country that don't seem to have any working partnerships with lenders, title companies or even builders. I'd like to share a few things we have done that has gotten us business while lowering expenses.
We are now in the peak season of hurricanes. Are you prepared? Do you have a plan? There should be a list of items that you have taken cared of before a storm should strike. Here is a list.
My name is Tony. It has been only a week since I've been introduced to Activerain and I have been COMPLETELY SUCKED IN. I'm sitting here in my gym clothes. It's 7:00AM. I was supposed to be at the gym about an hour ago, but I can't help myself. 
The Dallas-Ft. Worth metro area housing market is still in somewhat of a slump, compared to previous years. I hate to have listings that are getting good activity, past on and buyers picking another home when the sellers could spend one weekend cleaning up and staging their home to stand out. … (0 comments)
What do statistics really tell us about who is checking our website?
This next one is a bit of a departure from the real estate realm, and delves into economics.Freakonomics- Steven LevittThis is not the most politically correct book, and may upset some people. I was ,at times, as incensed as I was intrigued. He is truly a rogue economist, in that his opinions … (1 comments)
John kennedy wrote an article that was published front page on Friday titled "Home prices rise; student numbers fall" The reason I chose to make a few comments on this article is due to the Gorilla in the room; TaxesThe article does point out how school districts across the state speculated on … (0 comments)
With interest rates still available below 7% and the large amount of homes and townhomes available this is a great time to be buying a home or investment property. Many sellers are getting anxious to say the least. These sellers will negotiate price,time, home warranty plans, personal property and cash reward money. Take the time … (0 comments)
Well folks, it's been a roller coaster ride. I'm talking about the first two quarters of the year. It looked like the real estate industry as a whole was taking a nose dive. But, like trends in the stock market, everytime there's a dip, there seems to be a resurrection. Thank … (0 comments)
There are some things better and many things worse but repeat business is really where it is at in real estate. It is the easiest business to work with if you have it and it can serve as an incentive for those who are new in this field to make sure … (3 comments)
New Brunswick is a prime location for affordable real estate with the opportunity to receive a good return on investment. So why would you rent when you can own? 
A colleague and I will be working as a team starting in September. I would like to get feedback from others who currently work on teams and those who have worked on teams. Good, Bad, Ugly? We have already been on one listing presentation and it went well. We are both … (3 comments)
Now is the time to buy. (Last half of 2007)
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There is always a bit of frustration when I hear of a very unpleasant buying experience when I am out in the field. My advice to any buyer or seller that has had a terrible experience with a South Florida realtor is to please choose your real estate agent carefully in … (0 comments)
Remember it is summer time, which explains that there here has not been a lot of change in the Marin County real estate market in the last month. Summer time is generally slower time in real estate. Many buyers and their families are out of the area on vacation. 
Here's a little food for thought before you start you start your weekend....
I am a buyer's and a seller's agent. I really enjoy being a buyer's agent because it's just more exciting for me than being a seller's agent, but I still take listings and actively seek them out. The trend I'm seeing is that nobody wants to pay list price today. Not … (12 comments)
So you have a friend that comes to you and asks you if it would be a good decision to start a real estate career. What would you say??I think real estate is a viable alternative to traditional careers, and it gives you a certain level of freedom. I think this is … (6 comments)
This past week, I had some alarming news! I DIED in 2006! I know there are some people that may have wanted me dead a time or two (LOL) but WOW! Here's what happened . . .