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Here is another FAQ about lenders.
Many of us sit in front of a computer more days out of the week than we do a television, well at least I do. I'm a part-time realtor, fairly new to the real estate industry but well educated about the market. Most of my days are spent in front of … (0 comments)
The other day, I shared a list posted on the website of the Arizona Department of Real Estate of builders having financial difficulties. Today, there were two articles for two separate builders in our Phoenix Valley filing bankruptcy - Chapter 11.....
Well, my license have been active for exactly one week to the day today. I've mailed out 9 postcards to FSBOs and I've sent 1 email. That's no where near the number of emails that I've sent to let family and friends know that I'm back in business. Yes, I did … (5 comments)
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REALTOR Marketing Challenged by Gas Pumps
According to the NAR Survey of Home Buyers and Sellers (2007), buyers who search online real estate want to see the following (In order of importance):
Carlsbad homeowners, and others in the local Southern California area, can feel just a little better about being prepared for The Big One.
As a mortgage professional I believe the most serious transactions I deal with are owner occupied purchase transactions. Not that every deal isn't important, and serious, but these transactions, in particular need to be handled with care. I do everything I can to prioritize these transactions, and to try to make … (7 comments)
If you are looking for that idyllic spot where surfers meet the old West, check out this quintessential beach cottage on one of the fabled numbered streets in Cayucos, CA ~ 
Homes for Sale Wichita-Does Home Staging Really Work?
I read the blog post of "Why would you do this to your client" discussing the lack of pictures some agents listings consistently have and then I went to Yahoo. Lord Goodness!! There's nothing that makes me want to show a 2.6 mil house more than a listing with no pictures, … (2 comments)
Personnally, I haven't seen it used by very many agents in Boulder Colorado, but I'm sure it's out there and will progress quickly. I read more and more about it each day. 
Relocating to Manitowoc or Two Rivers area? My name is Robert Worthington. Remember, "Fortune Favors The Brave." Call me at 920-686-1111. Seriously, give me a call 920-686-1111. 
It's the perfect house for them, they are pre-approved, we've seen 20 other homes and this ones the best...but they want to see some more tomorrow!!!!! 
The I-Team Homes has been marketing quite extensively in Monroe Township NJ including the area of Williamstown. We provide housing market analysis for our clients.
The following is the most current data we have for Monroe Township:
For the month of July 2008 -
Properties Currently Being Marketed - 66
Average … (0 comments)
Not an easy thing to do nowadays. Every day in the newspaper there are stories of decreases in the values of homes, foreclosures, the subprime crisis, sinking stocks and rising gas prices (but now coming down). Does it make you want to wait to purchase a new home? What are you … (0 comments)
I just got a call from an internet lender. My client had a pre-quailifed with them. I viewed the good faith estimates and the fees seemed very high. I then directed my clients to a local lender who had better fees. My clients went with the local lender. I did this for my … (5 comments)
It seems like every day you hear about more people losing their homes to foreclosure (more about that tomorrow) or what is becoming the new buzz word in real estate the "Short Sale". It was just a short time ago that no one, at least the majority of us in the Outer Banks real … (0 comments)
After reading Gloriabelle's blog about http://activerain.com/blogsview/663116/Is-it-Appropriate-to I began to realize that the joke I had with my partner @ZipvoJames about an idea to start a campaign to have agents advertise their listing as a "GREEN LISTING" could be a reality. 
I have always thought I was on top of things, but have begun to realise that I'm getting behind the times! I must blog! I am a real estate professional in the Hickory NC area (Catawba and surrounding counties). My greatest enjoyment comes from putting together a difficult deal. Can I … (0 comments)
The "American Dream" of Homeownership is bound to cross every individuals thought sooner or later. Some spend a lot of time imagining their wants, calculating their needs and envisioning the key in hand. All too often people make the mistake of coming up with their own financial approval (The price they … (6 comments)
Weeknight vs Weekend Open Houses
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As a local realtor in North Myrtle Beach I have heard a lot of gloom and doom concerning the real estate market and where it is heading. It seems as if many forget that there is this very large, beautiful body of water called the ocean right outside our door! Although things have slowed down … (16 comments)
A real estate buyer's representative represents the buyer who is purchasing property in a real estate transaction. Research by the National Association of REALTORS has shown that when a buyer's representative is used, the prospective buyer found a home one week faster and examined three more properties than consumers who did … (0 comments)
I will make this just short and sweet to read, but I am very excited on it all.
123HappyStreet.com - FREE Nationwide For Sale By Owner & Agent Website also LatinoFSBO.com (hispanic)http://www.123happystreet.com123 Happy Street, Where Home Buyers and Sellers Meet"737 S.W. Ravenswood Ln Port Saint Lucie, FL 34983
I have a friend whose husband has taken a new job out of state. His wife, my friend and a full time real estate agent is distressed over the out of state move and doesn't exactly know how to make the transition?
The following article appeared in the Triangle Business Journal recently:
Raleigh's home prices stay strong
Triangle Business Journal
This past Saturday the Senate overwhelmingly passed a bi-partisan housing Bill that will offer FHA financing in new loans for troubled homeowners that can not make their current mortgage payments. This legislation is the largest government involvement in the housing market in decades and is aimed at curbing the foreclosures keeping homeowners in … (0 comments)
Many buyers don't know the real meaning between a pre-approval letter and a pre-qualification letter. This is not totally their fault as many lenders and mortgage brokers make this issue very confusing for different reasons.
Below are the highlights of the FHA changes coming with the new housing bill that was passed recently. As far as I know these limits are only for Bay Area. In addition - more details are coming out on the retiring of the seller-funded down payment assistance plans (i.e. Nehemiah, AmeriDream, … (0 comments)
If your buyer is eligible for a VA loan, and are looking to purchase a primary home, the following information may be VERY helpful to you.
Commitment is not anything new for buyers in the mortgage industry, but it is not a factor that most buyers or sellers are aware of. To both buyer and seller, words can indicate a lender's true commitment level in regard to approving a mortgage loan. There are three terms that buyers … (1 comments)
I have never been a REALTOR who would tell sellers that they couldn't sell their own home because with enough time and patience they certainly may be able to do so. I have however noted often that sellers settled for less than they should have had they offered their home to … (2 comments)
I
recently submitted an offer for my client to purchase a bank owned home in Chino
Hills. My cleint's offer is $15,000 over bank's asking price with 50% down payment.
By
the end of the 1st listing day, there were 5 offers and my client's offer was
out bid by an … (4 comments)
This home is just like NEW but Better. Landscaped yard, Centipede grass, 10'x 10' dog pin and jungle gym. UNDERGROUND fencing. SECURITY System. Ceramic flooring and cultured marble vanity in both baths. Whirlpool in master. Vaulted ceilings in Den and Master Bedroom. Walk in Closet. Fireplace with gas logs. Side by … (0 comments)
During the home inspection negotiations often times issues are pointed out to the homeowner that can shock them, hurt their pride, or anger them...homeowners take pride in the care of their home and a detailed home inspection report picks apart their castle...ouch!
The Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 authorizes a $7,500 tax credit for qualified first-time home buyers purchasing homes on or after April 9, 2008 and before July 1, 2009.
Why do some people consistently work against their best interest? Oftentimes, fear, emotion, or simply not being properly informed gets many of us to this point.
Here is a quick guide to keep up with your homes maintenance of energy efficiency. Take a few minutes to review the suggested tips and please let me know if you have any questions about your home.
Exclusively Representing Real Estate Buyers, with Buyers Values in Mind
Until recently, the real estate industry exclusively represented the Seller!!
A growing number of Real Estate Agents (and the public) want Buyers to have an equal level of representation in the real estate transaction.
I firmly believe that the home buyer … (2 comments)
Hi All,
The $7500 tax credit is available for first-time homebuyers only. The law defines a first-time homebuyer as a buyer who has not owned a home during the past 3 years. All US citizens who file taxes are eligible to participate in the program. First - time home buyers would receive a … (20 comments)
I work with some really great agents and I recently was helping them with some buyers that were here for one week. In this one week the agents stopped everything they were doing, they must have showed them 10-15 homes a day. The buyers were determined about living in a particular neighborhood, part of … (26 comments)
The News and Observer (Triangle’s main newspaper) reported yesterday that area sales were down… “a total of 2,079 existing homes were sold in July — down 30 percent from the same month a year earlier; compiled by the Triangle Multiple Listing Service. Meanwhile, in the Triangle and several surrounding counties, there … (0 comments)
I'm fairly new to the Realtor game. I've only had my license for one year and I've only been active for about 6 months. I have two listings from a family at my church but thus far I haven't been able to land any buyers. I'm here on ActiveRain hoping to … (1 comments)
Hi everyone, these are the numbers for the current active listings (homes that are currently for sale) in Rockland County NY. This is for residential homes and condominiums according to the Greater Hudson Valley MLS. As you can see inventory is still high in this area and these numbers do not … (0 comments)
I just read a post by Tina Allen out of Florida where she was talking about touring homes with a client and her 4 year old son. That got me to thinking about my very first set of clients as a real estate agent here in Vancouver, Washington, the "Buyers." (Names … (0 comments)
An option that is working for a few Home Buyers looking to move up in their home size or just to accomadate thier growing families is Trading Up. 
The Town of Mount Pleasant is considering an initiative that would entice builders to build and market "Work Force House". I serve on the Planning and Zoning Commission and we have given our blessing to be considered by Town Council. 
Keeping tabs on various blogs and websites, and I am dismayed at some of the buyers' (or perhaps) non-buyers' continuing fear that if they buy now, they may over pay for a house. Many pundits say we haven't hit the bottom of the market yet. But just when is bottom? When … (6 comments)
By Sheri Sanders
Prudential C Dan Joyner Co Realtors
For all you buyers in Northern Calfornia who want to purchase a Bank Owned or Short Sale property:
Okay, this is a topic that tends to make Realtors’® eyes glaze over, but it needs to be understood. Not just by Realtors®, but by buyers and sellers. Especially buyers. So this post is aimed at all you soon-to-be buyers and sellers, and even to those of you who’ve done this … (2 comments)
Short sales can be a great buy, often significantly below market value. The down side is the length of time it may take to get a decision from the seller's lender. This can cause problems if the buyer is a renter whose lease is expiring and doesn't have the option to … (5 comments)
I subscribe to StarPower's Daily Script by email and today's was especially meaningful and helpful to me as I've had a week of clients who can only be hormonal . . . it is the only excuse I can come up with that isn't too insulting! 
I would like to introduce a great business, California Closets in Roseville California. For thirty years, they have helped to define the most important spaces. They are recognized as innovators and a trusted partner in home design. Visit their showroom where you can see their designs on display. Their designers work … (1 comments)
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Reevaluate your reasons for Real Estate. The market is not was it was a few years ago, but for those willing to work for their money there is a living to be made. For me it's the thrill of finally finding the right house for my client. I love the challenge of … (4 comments)
