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In our ever - evolving real estate market, life continues to stay interesting! Here are a few highlights of things you may not know:
The Mortgage Mess we are in is the worst market I have been in. However, things do change. The Memphis Tn market may not be as bad as other parts of the country. Shelby County and surrounding areas have challenges which include helping first time homebuyers get in for little or … (0 comments)
Selling a home or land in Sequim or Port Angeles in the current market conditions is no small challenge. Many sellers are reaching the emotional and financial exhaustion point, because they are NOT connecting with prospective buyers. 
There's so many people out there "sitting on the fence" waiting for that special sign - "that we've hit bottom" and it appears that it has to be in the newspaper or on TV. I really don't understand it: Rates are close to an all time low and sellers are offering all kinds of incentives … (6 comments)
We Live in an Amazing Country and an Amazing Destination
Now I am not becoming the choir boy of any Real Estate Board or Association, however I do believe it is a good time to sell your home. The media is having a field day with what should be described as at best a levelling of the market. These stories have … (0 comments)
Ok all this talk about a mortgage rescue what does it really mean? Someone help me out here can money save distressed homeowners? Well I guess there are some who may have lost jobs or downsized but lets take a look at a bigger picture. This country is driven by debt … (2 comments)
Pierce County, WA NWMLS Statistics
Hi Everyone,
There's so many people out there "sitting on the fence" waiting for that special sign - "that we've hit bottom" and it appears that it has to be in the newspaper or on TV. I really don't understand it: Rates are close to an all time low and sellers are offering all kinds of incentives … (15 comments)
Currently, there are 222 single-family homes and 40 condos and town homes for sale in Miami Shores. Year-to-date 53 homes and 5 condos/town homes have been sold. In June 2008, 10 homes sold but no condos or town homes.
Single Family Homes. The median list price is $485,000. The average list … (1 comments)
So many times I have heard customers make the statement that they are going to "feel out the market" and it just makes me shudder. With the rates so volatile and the uncertainty of tomorrow's housing market, today is the time to snatch up that home. If the companies such as … (13 comments)
It is coming to our attention that "DPA's" - Seller Funded Down-Payment Assistance programs could very well be "outlawed" by Congress. I am going to keep this blog both brief and for fellow Realtors others in the Real Estate community as well as the public because I know that there thousands … (10 comments)
Those working in the real estate industry should have a clear understanding of how great real estate is to invest in and they should be investors themselves. I've been in this industry for many years as a loan officer, property manager, investor and landlord.
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When I'm working as a buyer's agent, and I take a buyer out to look at homes, I always tell them never to talk about the house too much while we are in the house. Just look around, leave, and then we will talk about it in the car.
WITH ALL THE DOOM AND GLOOM IN THE MEDIA OF THE HOUSING SLUMP, THE CREDIT CRISIS AND THE ECONOMY OVER ALL IN THE TOILET, WHY WOULD I BE TELLING YOU NOW IS THE TIME TO BUY? WELL TAKE INTO ACCOUNT THAT MOST SAVY REAL ESTATE INVESTORS MAKE AND HAVE MADE MILLIONS, … (2 comments)
The ad below ran in the Hopkinton Independent on July 10 and as of this coming Tuesday changes that have been in the works for what seems like forever now will finally be official. We have had such great feedback from this ad and I cannot wait to share with you … (2 comments)
In my post below about the Woodbridge properties, I had friend say "What does REO mean? I'd like to know!" And it dawned on me just HOW MUCH I have learned about these properties in such a short amount of time. So for her, I figured I would make my best … (0 comments)
Walk to the village of Clarkston Mi
Contributed by Brad, John, Nick, and Hanh from http://www.investorsloungeonline.com/
In 1994 I was visiting friends in Orange County California and they were experiencing some real estate woes of their own. At the time Orange County was heading into bankruptcy, the real estate values were plunging much as they are now. Peoples position at the time was similar to that of so … (2 comments)
The process on real estate short-selling varies from one State to the other. However, the purpose of the short sale for the agents that is in the real estate business is to be able to sell the properties incurred to the reasonable amount of the homes to gain some ample amount … (0 comments)
You've found your home! You're excited, overwhelmed, anxious and more! Sometimes common sense has left the room! But hold tight to a few key rules - or that home you loved might slip away by accident.
Deep Dish? or Thin Crust? What ever your taste Chicago has some of the best pizza in the world here are just a few of the many pizza restaurants we have in the Chicagoland area. 
Today's buyers when they are looking for a real estate agent are apt to see many combinations of letters after agents names. Not many people actually know what these various initials mean or how to use them to help pick the agent that can best serve their needs. If you are over … (4 comments)
In Utah, all it takes to be a home inspector is to call yourself one.
During these challenging times for financial institutions it is very important that if we are in the process of buying a home that we make sure that the lender we choose is going to be around when it comes time to close. Here is a great website where you can keep … (0 comments)
By Hank BaileyPrudential Blanton PropertiesIf you are buying a home, one of the first things your real estate professional will do before taking you on home tours is interview you to determine the type of house you want such as a 2,000-square-foot four-bedroom, split level with a formal dining room … (0 comments)
as we all know, ...When it comes to buying real estate, Patience, prudence, insight, educated decision making and a little luck can present you with promising opportunities.
as we all know, ...When it comes to buying real estate, Patience, prudence, insight, educated decision making and a little luck can present you with promising opportunities.
as we all know, ...When it comes to buying real estate, Patience, prudence, insight, educated decision making and a little luck can present you with promising opportunities.
Many of us, who are contemplating buying or selling real estate in Southeastwen Pennsylvania and the Delaware Valley, are trying to predict the real estate market and reduce our risk of making a bad financial decision. A question is usually asked, "Is now a good time to buy or sell real estate, … (0 comments)
Many of us, who are contemplating buying or selling real estate, are trying to predict the real estate market and reduce our risk of making a bad financial decision. A question is usually asked, "Is now a good time to buy or sell real estate, especially a residence?" Those wanting to buy … (0 comments)
What are some of the benefits of using a Bank Owned Specialist? 
I am growing my business but I want more. I want to be #1. I want to be #1 in my town, county and region, But at what cost? Do I want to sacrifice my commitment to my clients, to my friends or to my family? Of course I don't. In … (4 comments)
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By Ron Barnes
With interest rates low, many renters are starting to think about purchasing a home of their own. While simple rental cost vs. mortgage cost comparisons can be very attractive, buying a home is a serious commitment, and there are many factors to consider:
The people are what matters in real estate and not the buildings. Every structure has a family that can call it their own. Making it their own can take days, weeks, months or even years. Having a place to call home is part of the American Dream.
Pensacola Beach, Florida Real Estate
Home sales in Maryland have dropped 32% this year. Are you waiting for a better time to buy a home in Maryland, Baltimore, Harford or Cecil County? There are some fantastic mortgage programs out there. Let our experienced team assist you in the purchase or sale of your home in Maryland.
You're shopping for a mortgage and you've received four offers from four lenders. How do you choose? The first factor most people consider is the interest rate and other costs, but that's only the beginning. You'll also want to think about the lenders themselves, not simply the numbers they're tossing your … (1 comments)
In California, foreclosure sales are specifically made exempt from the statutory transfer disclosure requirement. Therefore, it’s anyone’s guess as to what problems may be inherent in the REO property one is purchasing. Thus it is all the more incumbent upon the buyer to obtain as many inspections as possible, including a … (0 comments)
I wanted to start this blog to find out what people have an interest in learning about the local real estate market here in Keene, NH (Cheshire County). I've been looking for blogs on real estate in our region for a while now and have not found any. Do people have … (5 comments)
I got an email from a client who has been sitting on the fence (like so many of you out there!) and is maintaining his position that the bottom has yet to fall from the Carlsbad and San Diego real estate markets.
It came to my attention this past week that there is a new trend call "buy and bail." It is due to a large number of people deciding to take advantage of this market to "buy-up." They document that they are leasing their previous home (which has negative equity), get into their new home and let their … (6 comments)
When the office is traditionally closed for holidays, I have found that it is a good idea to man the office, take calls and be available for walk-ins. 
Good news! The available housing inventory has now dropped below 06 and 07 totals. This is good news for both prospective buyers and sellers of Orange County real estate. For sellers it means less competition, and for buyers it's an indication that the local housing market is close to the bottom.
The other day I had a client call me and ask the follow question "How do I reduce the noise in my house"
Summer is a busy time for moving ... whether it's to your new condo, or your new home, or maybe even to a vacation home, or cottage, ... wherever you're moving to, I thought this information may be helpful.It can take years to accumulate a home full of treasured belongings but only … (0 comments)
By Daniel Taub, found on bloomberg.com
I'm wondering if the rest of the real estate professionals out there are feeling this way.... is it just me or are buyers more sketchy this year than ever? And why are they procrastinating? It's July 1 (well almost) and we are finally starting to see the "lake buyer's" and finally seeing the lake market … (8 comments)
International from A-Z 
While the wages in Bay County are still lower than most big cities the housing market has dropped enough that locals can afford to buy as well as many new first time home buyers. Many people believe that they have to have a large sum of money saved to buy and … (0 comments)
Have you ever gone into an empty house either for an open house or with an agent? Besides the echo you hear, how does it make you feel? Do you know what every room could be used for if it were your house? I held an open house in an older … (3 comments)
I started this post over on my quilt site but decided it could post on the real estate blog too.
Back in February I wrote an article:
I can certainly understand why homeowners would be afraid of falling prices. We purchased a home during the heat of the market and the builder has since started selling our same floorplan for about $15,000 less. The good news is that over the long term, the prices will go back up. … (2 comments)
as we all know, ...When it comes to buying real estate, Patience, prudence, insight, educated decision making and a little luck can present you with promising opportunities.
It's important to understand what legal responsibilities your real estate salesperson has to you and to other parties in the transactions. Ask your salesperson to explain what type of agency relationship you have with him or her and with the brokerage company.1. Seller's representative (also known as a listing agent or … (0 comments)
Dear Reader,
I received a blog called Thoughts by Frank Schulte-Ladbeck, Professional Real Estate Inspector in Houston Texas today. One of the benefits of blogging is that you learn about what others are thinking and you have a chance to react.
Lowball offers are a staple in this business in this particular real estate market. I have yet to receive a full priced offer on a listing of mine, and I don't think I will for several months to come. I have also been on the giving end of lowball offers, … (0 comments)
"Cash is King" ..... This old cliche has never been more evident than in the current real estate market. We all know that although we have seen some signs of a stabalizing market, it is still a buyer's market with high inventory outpacing demand. So you would think that buyers are … (5 comments)
Should You Buy a Home in Today's Market?
Before we start, let us give you one reason to not buy a new home right now.
Q.? How do I know the "buyer" has the money to close the deal?
Buy versus Rent? There are many factors involved in this equation and like all things when considering real estate, location is key.