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What a time we are in! For you "old" real estate dogs like me what do you think? In my 21 years I have seen lots of situations but I will admit this time is a little different. It is different, but it will end the same. End the same meaning … (0 comments)
Naturally, new clients (both buyers and sellers) come to me with a list of questions before I represent them. Usually these questions are pretty predictable--there are some things that people always want to know before they buy/sell their home. In order to make the process clearer for everyone and to make … (0 comments)
Now is a Great time to buy in Greenville. The market is right to make that first home purchase, rates are low and deals are good. Let our Team help you find the right condo or town-home that fits your family. No need to keep paying those high rental rates when … (0 comments)
The earnest money's, also known as a good faith deposit, purpose is to show that the buyer is serious about going through with purchasing the property; this money is held by the title company as the money has to be held by a neutral third party.
There are many things that you have to consider and analyze when looking for real estate investment opportunities. One of the most important things to think about is the risks that you will be taking with a specific property. As we all know a higher risk means a higher return.
When the inspector said 5′ long and a 4″ girth and used the word "exotic", we had grandiose ideas of someone's lost python under the house on S. 2nd. It went something like this ...
Notice to all the buyers who are sitting on the fence and waiting to see if prices decline further:
TOP 10 Reasons to BUY A HOME DURING THE HOLIDAYS!
Do you work with investors? Eagle River Alaska is a great place to own a rental. In our current economic times, buyers are trying to decide whether they should purchase a home or rent. In our area the vacancy rate is 5-6%, and homes rent for approximately $1.00 to $1.20 per … (0 comments)
Stated income loans were abused, I get that. But what about the poor small business owners and the self employed? They want to buy homes too. In the not so distant past, almost all lenders were allowing stated income buyers. Are some still out there? There must be, and there should … (6 comments)
There are many end-of-year wrap-up duties which collide mightly with what should be pleasurable and personal activities. Soon it feels as if everything will never get done. Anyone ever feel like that? I've put together a rather simple group of tips to help each of us navigate our "personal" obligations:
The buzz about the first time homebuyers "credit' seems to have died down a bit since it was first announced as part of the Economic Stimulus package. Most buyers don't know what it is and whether it is a good deal for them or not. So lets take a look at … (2 comments)
Please click on the link below to go to a great Utube video on what is going on in the real estate market for buyers and sellers. I know Dave Jenks personally and he is one of our Keller Williams International advisors. As some of you already know it is a … (0 comments)
Have you ever had a customer that you worked with for years?
With the current financial turmoil in the housing and credit markets it may seem like a good idea to put off that next home purchase. But if you're financially ready and have a need for a new home this may be the best time to buy. For first-time buyers, defined as … (0 comments)
As a Mortgage Broker and Real Estate Instructor I often play the role of a buyer and ask the agents in class "Why should I buy a home?" It's always amazing to me the answers I receive. Things like "It's a good Investment" or "because you can deduct the interest or … (3 comments)
There are a number of ways I use RES shows in my business for buyers, sellers and marketing in general.
Yep, you read it right! White Castle Hamburger Stuffing. My son purchased his first home(in Livonia MI), thanks to my real estate help, this past June and decided that he would host Thanksgiving Dinner. Trust me, I was more than thrilled to say YES, WE WILL BE THERE!
Dear Move Up Buyers,
So, the buzz words are everywhere that lead the general public to believe that Foreclosures are automatically an incredible deal "Instant Equity" "$.50 on the dollar" "Bank Owned" and the list goes on and on, but how good of a deal are they? 
That's right folks! Believe it. Mortgage rates dropped last week to 5.25% for a 30-year fixed and 5.125% for a 15 year fixed. Is your heart beating with excitement...mine sure is. This is fabulous news for anyone (yes, I know you're out there) thinking about buying right now. 
Here it is, Holiday season. Year after year, the pipeline of business starts to decrease and November and December starts to look hopeless, and then a couple extra procrastinators fall in just in time to have Christmas at their new home. In the meanwhile, I try to use this time to … (0 comments)
lastchance
You
Still Have Time to Purchase in 2008! 
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The quote was, "ALL REAL ESTATE AGENT'S ARE GREEDY BASTARDS AND THEY WILL TELL YOU ANYTHING TO GET YOU TO LIST YOUR HOME TODAY, MARK MY WORDS!" Well my past client told their friend, not my agent, he will tell me the truth. He will break it down, the pluses and … (53 comments)
WHEN? Now is the time. Now is the best time. To BUY..that is! WHY? Interest rates fell sharply last week to a little over 5% ! That, combined with the fact that many sellers are desperately trying to sell their homes before the new year starts- the prices are terrific! … (3 comments)
Buyers are looking through homes in Central Florida's real estate market. TeamConnect work's in the Dr Phillips, Windermere, Orlando and Winter Garden communities and we have seen a drop in activity once school started but no where near last years decline at the same time going into the 4th quarter. 
Several weeks ago a buyer called to see one of my condominiums for the second time. When I told her the unit went under contract a few days before, this buyer was surprised and even acted shocked. "I have been watching this listing for a long time. The market is not good … (101 comments)
What is Escrow? This is what takes place immediately after both the buyer and seller, assisted by a qualified Real Estate Agent, have agreed to the provisions of a contract and have signed that contract. Escrow is defined as the holding of documents and funds by a neutral third party pending … (0 comments)
These FREE and simple tips will help home sellers to soar!
Our team received a referral a few weeks back from a Windermere Agent in Renton. He has been a real pleasure to work with. We listed the house the couple is moving out of in LakeLand Village, Allyn, and he is the Agent representing them on the house they are purchasing … (5 comments)
If you're working with investors buying or selling properties, or if you're an investor yourself, be aware that it's becoming more difficult to move these properties. In the contentious lending arena in which we find ourselves, things used to be easier...not so now.
Today's buyers crave information and the anonymity of the Internet makes browsing for potential homes to buy very easy. So the first thing any listing agent must do is make sure that first photo is the one that will make the buyer want to see more. It's a bit like the … (0 comments)
Conforming ($417.000.00) rates plunge this week to a new low 5.25% fixed for 30 years. Many lenders are accepting applications now for the conforming loan limit increase to $625,500.00 ahead of scheduled publication in January 2009
If
your family is over grown and you need a larger home, it is perfect
time to upsize in down market. Here's why.
Consider if your current house is worth $350,000 two years ago
at the peak of the market and the house you want to upsize to
is worth about … (4 comments)
I hear that question almost daily , and i always answer with a resounding yes. Actually in the Cape May County market just from last Sunday 40 properties went to settlement. When you look at it from an inventory perspective that would be 3 1/3 years of inventory . That … (0 comments)
Here's a yummy tip
Why did this listing expire?
Today was a pleasant surprise. Because it's day after Thanksgiving, our real estate office was officially closed --- but there were some of us who were assigned to do floor time.
On Tuesday the government announced an $800 stimulus plan for the credit markets. Some $500 million will be spent buying mortgage-backed securities guaranteed by Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac and Ginnie Mae in an effort to push down mortgage rates. The best time to buy in any market is when it is … (0 comments)
Another "contrarian" view of the "housing crisis" from here in Massachusetts. Thought it would be helpful to spread some GOOD NEWS around. This is from the Massachusetts Association of REALTORS Website. Pass it around!! Quoted here for educational purposes only. So use it to educate your sellers and buyers!
On a recent coaching call we were strategizing over ways to get business in this market. Quite a few good ideas were tossed around. I am going to share the top four then discuss them in upcoming blogs.
Is it just me, or is there something afoot in our market? I have detected a reemergence of that rarely seen and highly coveted species, the ready, willing, and able buyer. Some have been spotted recently out in 7 Lakes. There was a small flock of them that appeared in Southern … (5 comments)
I know in this ever changing market it is hard to find those few great people who truely go out of there way and not expect anything back.
10. Thou shalt not co-sign a loan for anyone.
An editorial in today's Milwaukee Journal Sentinel got my attention. It was about Linking homes and jobs using a housing trust fund in Waukesha County. I had never heard of a Housing Trust Fund before so I started searching online. (http://www.jsonline.com/news/opinion/35096609.html)
We have just gone through one of our busiest periods this year. What strikes me is with is all of the resources available to the public and Realtors we still have to entertain and present ludicrous and often insulting offers.
OMG...I've received several e mails this morning from lenders indicating an impressive drop in mortgage rates today.
It's 4pm(EST) and I have received no less than 3 e-mails alerting me to the Fed's decision to purchase X amount of mortgage backed securities and the subsequent effect this announcement has had on interest rates. Isn't technology wonderful? In order to verify this information, I went to Inman News and … (3 comments)
That is a question that that I hear a lot in today's market. The first things someone says when they find out that I am a Real Estate agent is; "How is the Market?" and "What are the interest rates?"
Really it is an excellent time for buyers to sweep up … (0 comments)
I have had more than one buyer fence sitting. Why? I have asked myself that a lot. I think it is fear. Fear of paying too much. Fear of prices dropping more. The problem is nothing happens. They are not motivated to get off the fence. It is like bungee jumping. … (14 comments)
Hey Chicago, you heard me correctly. If you are selling, then now is the time to lock in your selling price as the interest rates have dropped down to 5.25% on a 30 year loan. Think about it......
Here is an article I read on cnn.com that go over essential things you should know when buying a home in today's market.
With no capitulation in sight for realistic home prices in the Metro Area, about the only thing that is going to spur buyers to start looking for bargains is the availability of low mortgage rates. Lenders are kidding themselves if they think buyers are going to come back to the same old … (0 comments)
Our local area is not untouched by the rash of foreclosed homes, but are they really an opportunity for a great deal for your clients? Certainly there are homes out there that are bank owned properties that are a good investment. I recently closed a transaction on a very nice St. … (0 comments)
Today I have had my home on the market for about 4 weeks and from what I am seeing we either are in a unique market with very little concern about the economic conditions, or I have a great deal. I have had over 30 showings, (I lost count last week … (0 comments)
Going to Orlando, Florida, for a restful vacation is a fine idea for those looking to get away from the business of life and relax and enjoy theme parks, enjoy our weather and sight see.. Not only is Orlando home to Disney World, Universal Studios, and the NEW Sea World, but … (2 comments)
Listing Agent must disclose if the home is a short sale with permission of seller.A short sale MUST be approved by the lender. Even though a seller might accept your offer, it will be subject to approval by the lenderLender will send out an appraiser and BPO to evaluate the property … (0 comments)
Bullitt County Real Estate Market Report- This report analyzes property sales trends for Bullitt County homes over the last few months and versus the same time period last year. The report includes number of homes sold, average listing price, average sales price, days on market (DOM), and current inventory.
THIS IS FROM NJAR.......... 
I am ready to help you today! Now is a great time for purchasing real estate: Whether you seeking your first home, investment property, vacation property, raw land, commercial property lease/purchase or a second home or a home for your kids in Reno, Sparks, Lake Tahoe, Carson City, Minden, Gardnerville, Fallon, Fernley, … (0 comments)
AOT = IP + ATP
Yesterday was an abnormal november day in Tacoma. I didn't even need a jacket to go outside! The Open House went well, I guess investors aren't the only one's looking to grab up all these deals... I spoke with a woman recently, she is desperate to get rid of 6 homes and 2 … (0 comments)
Nice busy real estate weekend; inspections for a property that has been a bear from the beginning and an early listing appointment followed by an (lonely) open house.
Welcome to my October 2008 report on the state of the real estate market for Geauga County. Please feel free to refer to last month's posting to watch for changes. 
In this buyers market many people are looking for the best deal in town and many people assume that when a property is a foreclosure they are getting the best deal on the planet. While it may be true that they are getting a deal, many times they could do better elsewhere … (0 comments)
Yes...we know bottom has hit as soon as we see home prices going up, interest rates rising and inventory depleting...
Oh no it's back... here it comes again...a house that I have sold 3 times before. I recall the first time I encounter this house. I actually tried to just set up an appointment to show it; I was told it had an accepted offer. That may have ended up being … (7 comments)
There certainly are "ups and downs" in this business and if you're around long enough you'll experience most of them.
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