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Here is some information to help you decide whether you should or should not pay points on a mortgage. This has been provided by "Financing Solutions with David Reed".
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Ready to go look for a new home? Before you go out to look your real estate will (should) ask you these questions. They should be asked for several reasons. They should be asked for the safety and security of the seller AND the agent!
Have you talked with a … (4 comments)
This week we had a final walk through with a very good client. Tomorrow is closing day. When purchasing real estate, the buyer(s) are always entitled to a final walk through of the home. In this final tour (most times) the seller has completely moved out and should have left the home … (0 comments)
I pretty much survived on macaroni & cheese, cereal, ramen noodles and taco bell in college. It was cheap and I was broke.
When it comes to buying real estate, Patience, prudence, insight, educated decision making and a little luck can present you with promising home buying opportunities.
Buyers and sellers are faced with many options when choosing a real estate professional. To differentiate ourselves ultimately means more business. But there are only so many hours in the day and our sphere of influence is not helping us grow our business as fast as we would like. Does video … (0 comments)
June 2008 Market Conditions
What are the current conditions?
We are now into the first quarter and the market in Utah is remaining stronger than the Nation Real Estate Market. This will continue throughout 2008 and into 2009.
As we finish the second quarter let's look at the … (0 comments)
Once again in 2007 Coldwell Banker Chicora Real Estate was the #1 Real Estate Company in Myrtle Beach. According to the Coastal Carolina Association of Realtors, Coldwell banker Chicora sold 1720 Properties in comparison to the next company which sold only 991 properties. That is 70% more properties sold than the … (0 comments)
What do you know about building business lines of credit and using them for buying real estate? It's much easier than what you think and there are multiple ways to do it. Whether you're purchasing Detroit real estate outright, funding your rehab of foreclosure properties or funding your investment property business, … (2 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 have heard so many people comment that the market is bad, and it got me to think of what do they say when the market is a sellers. You guessed it they always say it is a good, or even a great market.
Now think back to pre July … (0 comments)
More and more houses are going into foreclosure or are listed at low prices so sellers can prevent foreclosure. This recent change in the market has prompted a lot of people to consider becoming a real estate investor. For the new investors, there's a lot that must be considered. It's … (0 comments)
I've had many people ask me what I think of our current housing market. Many are concerned whether now is the right time to Buy and/or Sell. When it comes to selling your home, my recommendation is to wait if you can comfortably afford to do so. The reason is that … (0 comments)
Very interesting.
You would think with all of the inventory, and good interest rates rates, buyers would be buying more real estate!
I think some people are waiting for the bottom. When do you know prices are at their lowest? Easy- the answer is...when they start rising again! I think some … (6 comments)
So when is the bottom of the market? Don't we all wish we had a crystal ball.
A key indicator of a changing market is when we start to see multiple offer situations and great investment opportunities. The lower priced homes are starting to see multiple offers again, especially with the … (2 comments)
Consume, consume, consume – consumption of goods and services is what makes our market-based economy click. Money has to move from person to person to keep the economy going. Most of my readers can hearken back to your college days when you sat through an accounting class, sifting through all those … (8 comments)
I don't know what you guys are paying for gasoline... but here in California we are also paying higher, up to $3.50 per gallon. But my line of work is in petroleum for about 31years now, so here are some tricks to get more of your money's worth for every gallon. … (14 comments)
I was on the phone today with a prospect that lives in Switzerland. He is an avid reader of blogs and information about Real Estate investing and opportunities in Sunny Isles Beach, South Florida. He is a little confused about how to find the best deal in the South Florida marketplace and he's having a hard time digesting … (0 comments)
So you're waiting out the market? You're watching closely to home prices and you're waiting to strike when the market is at rock bottom hey? As a professional in the field, I may have a few things to share with you, at the very least, a few ideas about the market … (5 comments)
GOOD NEWS IN THE JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA REAL ESTATE MARKET HIGHLIGHT #5 According to Bizournals February, 2008:Jacksonville Quality of Life is POSITIVE! Bizjournals ranked Jacksonville ninth in its TOP TEN list of the nation's 50 Largest Metro Areas. The ranking was based on:Pollution LevelsClimateCrimeUnemployment RateFinances (including income levels and monthly home payments)HealthIf you are looking … (2 comments)
This post is a Video interview with Jeff Dennis from Coldwell Banker, a 30 year veteran in the Real Estate Industry, giving his opinion of whether we have hit the bottom of the Real Estate market or not, and if now is the best time to buy or invest in Real … (41 comments)
The media have a lot to say about the Real Estate Market, what are your comments? I believe its a great market to buy real estate. TODAY IS THE DAY. What do you think? … (8 comments)
Change.It comes in a pile of coins.Or it's expressed on the calendar four times a year with the shifting of the seasons.Or it happens at odd, possibly unexpected times in one's professional life.Kind of like an old school coffee percolator, the idea of a change was brewing for me a bit … (1 comments)
As of April 2nd, 2008 according to the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) the total number of active listings in Laguna Niguel totaled 454 homes (condos, townhomes and single family homes). This is up 7 homes from February 2008 with a total of 447 homes on the market. We have seen a nice … (0 comments)
Why buy now? The economy seems headed for a recession, cost of living is rising, and even here in Blue Ridge, Georgia, some real estate veterans are shaking in their boots. True, these trying market conditions are tough on real estate pros, but they're ideal for most buyers. In fact, if … (0 comments)
Would you believe me if I told you that the best buys in real estate are rarely about the price of the home?Real Estate investors use a variety of methods to find the best deals. Some think the best buys are: bankruptcies, REO's or short sales. Others try to time the … (6 comments)
As a buyer of real estate in Arizona, you have the right to KNOW material information about the property BEFORE YOU BUY. THE FOLLOWING list represents some of the IMPORTANT MATERIAL FACTS you should educate yourself on before purchasing any type of property in Arizona. YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO KNOW:• … (2 comments)
OK, I admit I'm a little flattered; and don't get me wrong, I am definitely open to new relationships. But hear me out on this and let me try to explain why it just won't work out between us. You see, all day long I receive calls from clients who want … (11 comments)
If you are in the market for residential real estate, don't confine your search just to properties in your desired price range. It's important to know what you can get for a little less than your budget and what you would get if you spent a little more. The goal is … (0 comments)
In today's market, it is so important to have a real estate professional looking out for your best interest. As a buyer, working with an agent is FREE!! Yes, that is right, free. You do not pay any commissions, the seller does. So why not have a real estate professional looking … (6 comments)
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HEY REALTOR..........TREAT ME RIGHT !!! by Duane Hosek, Realtor How many times have you gone shopping and ran into a rude or obnoxious sales person? If you do any shopping at all, I know this has happened to you. How did you handle it? Just walk away? Tell them they were rude? … (2 comments)
Yesterday, I read a great article in the Wall Street Journal by Jonathan Clements (3/12/2008) about taking advantage of the drop in home prices when you already own a home, BUT do not want to get into the rental business. He suggested three things: 1.) Buy a bigger home. You may lose a … (3 comments)
How many times have you seen these words when it comes to investing? How many times have you followed this advice? It takes courage to buy when everyone else is selling. I recently came upon the following story by Robert Kiyosaki (author of "Rich Dad, Poor Dad" and many others): In … (1 comments)
A listing that is advertised as an "as is" sale can be a put-off to buyers. They might assume that something major is wrong and might be costly to repair. If they don't have much free time or extra money, they might decide not to even look at the property. Sometimes sellers … (4 comments)
1. SELECTION, SELECTION, SELECTION!There are almost 900 residential properties on the market right now in Lake Arrowhead and the surrounding areas. You know what that means??? Regardless of the price range a buyer desires, there are plenty of houses to choose from; One Story, Two Story? Lake view, Lakefront, Old Charmer, … (7 comments)
The link below is to an article that was recently published in Time on 02/25/2008The article states the advantages to buying now and not waiting. See what you think I would love comments from buyers that are currently seeking property. Is this something you are thinking about at this time when … (0 comments)
Where do I Start? For many, beginning the homebuying process can be overwhelming. You may be uncertain about taking the initial steps. I hope this guide will help clear up some of those uncertainties by providing you with some useful information about the homebuying process. When is the right time to start talking … (3 comments)
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Buying a home is one of the most significant events a person has in their entire life. Words used to describe the home buying process are often words like; complicated, time-consuming, scary, terrifying, frightening, and impossible…just to name a few. With all of the “doom and gloom” … (0 comments)
Are you one of those real estate buyers waiting to buy until the market "bottoms out" to be sure you get the best deal? If so, maybe you should rethink your strategy. The February 25, 2008 issue of Time Magazine has a great story on page 54 that makes a great case … (1 comments)
There are lots of web sites out there promising you all kinds of help you might not need if you are buying or selling a house or condo. It might be access to a gazillion lenders or real estate agents who will cut interest rates or commissions for a crack at … (19 comments)
Often the local municipality, county, state or federal government will purchase properties. Consider this; if your listed property is along a flood zone, park, or backs up to an airport, government building or could potentially be a future imminent domain target, why not contact them? If your property is not moving, … (2 comments)
Rates are the lowest they have been in a long time! Housing prices are rock bottom too! Property tax reforms have offered some savings in costs. The stars have aligned so that if you've been wanting to buy real estate (whether an investment property, second home, first home, or new primary … (3 comments)
I am a first time home buyer. What next?