buying a home: GREAT TOWNHOME IN MANASSAS FOR ONLY $179,900 - 01/10/08 02:08 PM
… (0 comments)
|
buying a home: Defensive Buying - 5 Ways to Buy Smart in a Down Market - 01/09/08 09:31 PM
Depending on where you live, your local real estate market may be experiencing a downturn. Historically, these market adjustments have served as a natural protection against runaway price inflation, and in the long-run can be very positive, but as a buyer in one of these markets you must buy smart to … (7 comments)
|
buying a home: Keeping Secrets from Our Clients - 01/09/08 06:52 PM
Every Day we hear about how today's home buyers are fixated on value. They're smarter, more sophisticated and have access to tools and information that makes them more informed and astute buyers. That may all be true but, after reading the engagement agreements of more than a few relocation/referral companies, I've … (0 comments)
|
buying a home: Is buying a home in Today's Economy a Good Idea? - 01/09/08 03:45 PM
As a long-term investment, homeownership is still one of the best investments for individual households.
"Why" you may ask? After all, the headlines say the housing market is down and out, with defaults rising at an alarming rate, and mortgage markets so frozen that buyers can't get a home loan at any … (0 comments)
|
buying a home: San Antonio Builder Leaving San Antonio? - 01/09/08 01:35 PM
Standard Pacific Homes, a California based home builder, has sold their lot inventory of 2500 homes to Forest City Land Group business unit and joint venture partner Covington Capital Corporation. Standard Pacific Homes, which has been in the San Antonio market since 2005, builds homes in the $100k to $200K price … (0 comments)
|
buying a home: Lehigh Valley Real Estate Market - 01/09/08 12:34 PM
Happy New Year and Best wishes to all Bloggers,
With the start of the new year and with business being on the crazy side of the line, I write to everyone with best wishes and warm regards for a prosperous new year. I thought this would be a good time to sketch out expectations … (0 comments)
|
buying a home: Mountain Home, ID Real Estate Wrap Up and Forecast - 01/09/08 03:14 AM
Activity and Prices By historical standards, 2007 was a good but not record setting year for Mountain Home. Sales of both new and existing homes were off about 19% from 2006. During the same period, the median price of existing homes increased by 12% to $152,000 while new homes saw a … (0 comments)
|
buying a home: Know Thy Credit Score - 01/08/08 04:46 PM
If you plan to buy a home any time soon, you have probably considered most of the obvious questions like, what neighborhood you want to live in, how many bedrooms you need, and when you want to move. But before you get too far down the road, you'll need an answer … (1 comments)
|
buying a home: Would you buy a puppy from a puppy mill? - 01/07/08 11:52 AM
Those of you who read my most recent post know that I am going to be purchasing a puppy this year. It occurred to me while doing my research that the process of selecting a breeder is similar to the process of choosing a real estate agent. Here are the similarities:
I … (24 comments)
|
buying a home: CSI Reno Returns! Sign Sighted! - 01/07/08 10:54 AM
Signs That Have Been Missing Since Sept have been Sighted!
I had a sign with brochure tube and directional arrow at the corner of an intersection out in our rural area here. Well some people love using them for target practice so this one since it wasnt near any other homes I … (2 comments)
|
buying a home: Lansing Real Estate Market Update From Mike Bowler - 01/07/08 07:21 AM
Want to stay on top of the real estate market in the greater Lansing area? Go to Goggle, select "Alerts" Type in Lansing Real Estate, in addition to your email address etc. Wham-o! You will start receiving an email alert on all real estate related articles for Lansing Michigan. For those … (0 comments)
|
buying a home: Essex Homes for Sale : FREE HOME SEARCH : Maryland Real Estate Agent - 01/05/08 03:50 PM
ARE YOU SEARCHING FOR A FREE ONLINE REAL ESTATE WEBSITE THAT SHOWS YOU ALL OF THE HOMES FOR SALE IN ESSEX MARYLAND?
Then make sure you visit: http://www.isellmdhomes.com/
ON THE SITE YOU WILL FIND LINKS TO:
Guaranteed Home Sale Program Long and Foster guarantees that you will sell your home or THEY WILL BUY IT, GUARANTEED! If you … (0 comments)
|
buying a home: Edgewood Homes for Sale : FREE HOME SEARCH : Maryland Real Estate Agent - 01/05/08 03:47 PM
ARE YOU SEARCHING FOR A FREE ONLINE REAL ESTATE WEBSITE THAT SHOWS YOU ALL OF THE HOMES FOR SALE IN EDGEWOOD MARYLAND?
Then make sure you visit: http://www.isellmdhomes.com/
ON THE SITE YOU WILL FIND LINKS TO:
Guaranteed Home Sale Program Long and Foster guarantees that you will sell your home or THEY WILL BUY IT, GUARANTEED! If you … (0 comments)
|
buying a home: Rosedale Homes for Sale : FREE HOME SEARCH : Maryland Real Estate Agent - 01/05/08 03:42 PM
ARE YOU SEARCHING FOR A FREE ONLINE REAL ESTATE WEBSITE THAT SHOWS YOU ALL OF THE HOMES FOR SALE IN ROSEDALE MARYLAND?
Then make sure you visit: http://www.isellmdhomes.com/
ON THE SITE YOU WILL FIND LINKS TO:
Guaranteed Home Sale Program Long and Foster guarantees that you will sell your home or THEY WILL BUY IT, GUARANTEED! If you … (0 comments)
|
buying a home: 1019 Isaac Franklin Dr., Gallatin, TN 37066 - Golf Course Community - 01/05/08 03:04 PM
… (4 comments)
|
buying a home: Is It Really ALL About Me? Or Do YOU Matter? - 01/04/08 09:05 PM
I just finished watching a video that Missy Caulk posted on her blog which is taking the on line world by storm right now. There's an interesting discussion going on all over the blogosphere about service. The video seems particularly aimed at the perceived "lack of service" in the real estate community. According … (32 comments)
|
buying a home: SCARED TO MAKE YOUR MOVE? - 01/04/08 12:14 AM
Are you scared by everything you have been hearing by the media about the terrible and depressed housing market? Have you decided this is not the time to buy a house and you will "sit tight" until the market gets better? Let me give you a few reasons why this could … (0 comments)
|
buying a home: What do I need to do to prepare for my open house or showing? - 01/03/08 12:58 PM
Want to impress the house hunters that are looking at your home?
Want to make them walk away and never forget what they saw when they entered your home?
It's true that buyers are looking at everything that is out there in your price range, and they will compare EVERY detail. … (0 comments)
|
buying a home: Buying Real Estate in Maine? Step 5 - 01/03/08 10:13 AM
Hello Again! So...you're buying a home in Maine? That's great! You must be here because you've already read Step 1, Step 2, Step 3, and Step 4, and you have a house in Maine under contract! Perhaps your offer was accepted immediately...maybe it took quite a bit of negotiating...but either way you're … (0 comments)
|
buying a home: 253 NE Cicso Court Mountain Home, ID $234,900 - 01/03/08 02:43 AM
More Than Just a Pretty FaceLocation: Mountain Home, IDLocated just one block from beautiful Legacy Park this nearly new 2-story was designed simply to be enjoyed. Watch the world go by from the wraparound porch or take turns chasing the dog around the huge back yard. The custom kitchen will excite … (2 comments)
|
buying a home: Nottingham Real Estate : FREE HOME SEARCH : Maryland Homes for Sale : Agent - 01/02/08 03:14 PM
ARE YOU SEARCHING FOR A FREE ONLINE REAL ESTATE WEBSITE THAT SHOWS YOU ALL OF THE HOMES FOR SALE IN NOTTINGHAM MARYLAND?
Then make sure you visit: http://www.isellmdhomes.com/
ON THE SITE YOU WILL FIND LINKS TO:
Guaranteed Home Sale Program Long and Foster guarantees that you will sell your home or THEY WILL BUY IT, GUARANTEED! If you … (0 comments)
|
buying a home: Parkville Real Estate : FREE HOME SEARCH : Maryland Homes for Sale : Agent - 01/02/08 03:10 PM
ARE YOU SEARCHING FOR A FREE ONLINE REAL ESTATE WEBSITE THAT SHOWS YOU ALL OF THE HOMES FOR SALE IN PARKVILLE MARYLAND?
Then make sure you visit: http://www.isellmdhomes.com/
ON THE SITE YOU WILL FIND LINKS TO:
Guaranteed Home Sale Program Long and Foster guarantees that you will sell your home or THEY WILL BUY IT, GUARANTEED! If you … (0 comments)
|
buying a home: White Marsh Real Estate : FREE HOME SEARCH : Maryland Homes for Sale : Agent - 01/02/08 03:05 PM
ARE YOU SEARCHING FOR A FREE ONLINE REAL ESTATE WEBSITE THAT SHOWS YOU ALL OF THE HOMES FOR SALE IN WHITE MARSH MARYLAND?
Then make sure you visit: http://www.isellmdhomes.com/
ON THE SITE YOU WILL FIND LINKS TO:
Guaranteed Home Sale Program Long and Foster guarantees that you will sell your home or THEY WILL BUY IT, GUARANTEED! If you … (0 comments)
|
buying a home: Abingdon Real Estate : FREE HOME SEARCH : Maryland Homes for Sale : Agent - 01/02/08 02:55 PM
ARE YOU SEARCHING FOR A FREE ONLINE REAL ESTATE WEBSITE THAT SHOWS YOU ALL OF THE HOMES FOR SALE IN ABINGDON MARYLAND?
Then make sure you visit: http://www.isellmdhomes.com/
ON THE SITE YOU WILL FIND LINKS TO:
Guaranteed Home Sale Program Long and Foster guarantees that you will sell your home or THEY WILL BUY IT, GUARANTEED! If … (0 comments)
|
buying a home: Home Insurance Concerns - 01/02/08 08:28 AM
Many realtors, mortgage brokers and attorneys in the home buying process tell their client to get quotes on homeowners insurance for their closing which is expected. In some cases this goes smoothly - and in many cases there are issues that come up with the insurance (specifically with the home or … (6 comments)
|
buying a home: Harford County Homes for Sale : 315 Talbot Court : New Listing : Town Home - 01/02/08 07:53 AM
LEARN MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE GUARANTEED SELLERS PROGRAM CLICK HERE
SELLING SOON?
If you are considering listing and selling your Maryland home, I can provide a FREE HOME EVALUATION REPORT also known as a Comparative Market Analysis Report (CMA). The report will detail all of the homes comparable to yours that have recently SOLD in … (2 comments)
|
buying a home: Is It The Time To Buy a House? - 12/30/07 11:12 PM
IS NOW STILL A GOOD TIME TO BUY A HOME?
By Matt Stashin, President/CEO
Pacific Residential Mortgage, LLC
What a great question! It seems as though everywhere we turn the media is bombarding us with negative information about housing markets nationwide. While there are some area of concern across the U.S., the top six … (1 comments)
|
buying a home: Perry Hall Real Estate : FREE HOME SEARCH : Maryland Homes for Sale : Agent - 12/29/07 08:29 PM
ARE YOU SEARCHING FOR A FREE ONLINE REAL ESTATE WEBSITE THAT SHOWS YOU ALL OF THE HOMES FOR SALE IN PERRY HALL MARYLAND?
Then make sure you visit: http://www.isellmdhomes.com/
ON THE SITE YOU WILL FIND LINKS TO:
FREE Property Searches Direct from the same MLS system the agents use for ALL of the active Perry … (0 comments)
|
buying a home: Relocating to Maryland : Harford County : FREE HOME SEARCH : Area Information : BRAC - 12/29/07 08:24 PM
ARE YOU RELOCATING TO HARFORD COUNTY MARYLAND?
Then make sure you visit: http://www.isellmdhomes.com/
ON THE SITE YOU WILL FIND LINKS TO:
FREE Property Searches Direct from the same MLS system the agents use for ALL of the active Harford County Homes currently on the market and you will even see their addresses too! And … (0 comments)
|
buying a home: Relocating to Maryland : Baltimore County : FREE HOME SEARCH : Area Information : Brac - 12/29/07 08:21 PM
ARE YOU THINKING ABOUT RELOCATING TO BALTIMORE COUNTY MARYLAND?
Then make sure you visit: http://www.isellmdhomes.com/
ON THE SITE YOU WILL FIND LINKS TO:
FREE Property Searches Direct from the same MLS system the agents use for ALL of the active Baltimore County Homes currently on the market and you will even see their addresses too! … (0 comments)
|
buying a home: Baltimore County Real Estate : FREE HOME SEARCH : Maryland Homes for Sale - 12/29/07 08:15 PM
ARE YOU SEARCHING FOR A FREE ONLINE REAL ESTATE WEBSITE THAT SHOWS YOU ALL OF THE HOMES FOR SALE IN BALTIMORE COUNTY MARYLAND?
Then make sure you visit: http://www.isellmdhomes.com/
ON THE SITE YOU WILL FIND LINKS TO:
FREE Property Searches Direct from the same MLS system the agents use for ALL of the active Baltimore … (0 comments)
|
buying a home: Harford County Real Estate : FREE HOME SEARCH : Maryland Homes for Sale - 12/29/07 08:13 PM
ARE YOU SEARCHING FOR A FREE ONLINE REAL ESTATE WEBSITE THAT SHOWS YOU ALL OF THE HOMES FOR SALE IN HARFORD COUNTY MARYLAND?
Then make sure you visit: http://www.isellmdhomes.com/
ON THE SITE YOU WILL FIND LINKS TO:
FREE Property Searches Direct from the same MLS system the agents use for ALL of the active Harford County … (0 comments)
|
buying a home: Woodforest Homes for Sale | Woodforest Realtor | Woodforest Real Estate | Houston TX Listings - 12/29/07 05:37 PM
Jeremy Williams a residential home specialist with Keller Williams Realty Northeast can assist you with both your home buying and selling needs. With many Woodforest homes for sale, let Jeremy make yours stand out in the crowd utilizing a marketing strategy that has proven successful time and time again. Your Woodforest realtor also serves the areas of … (0 comments)
|
buying a home: Market Report for Katy Texas; 2008 will be a great time to buy a home ! Especially for first time home buyers, if you have been on the fence, its time to make the leap into the joys of home ownership. - 12/29/07 04:49 PM
Golden Opportunities for home buyers in the greater Houston, Katy, Sugar Land and surrounding areas in 2008
More Buyers, especially first time buyers will be able to afford the American dream of home ownership in the next few years. 2008 will represent the best window of opportunity that buyers will have to … (0 comments)
|
buying a home: Are you ready? Desk cleared? Focused on success and happiness &goodness - 12/29/07 01:30 PM
It is a Saturday and I am in the mist of cleaning out the unwanted files that I have accumulate over the last year. In addition to that requires putting all of the closed files in a file rack loaded with boxes. I for one hope I never have to see … (12 comments)
|
buying a home: Celebrating the New Year and the New (to them) House! - 12/29/07 08:27 AM
Here's a quick post to let you know how I can help you or anyone you might introduce to me.
When K & R married two years ago, they took public vows and made a private vow as well: They would be out of their rental home and into their own home … (0 comments)
|
buying a home: Feng Shui in Real Estate - The Landscaping - 12/29/07 01:01 AM
Feng shui can help you examine whether the landscaping of a home is good for ch'i (energy). The most ideal layout allows for energy flow, as well as providing an increased sense of space and movement throughout your home, although these principles apply equally well to your office or any other … (0 comments)
|
buying a home: Nashville Housing Projected to Increase More Than 4% - Clarksville more than 6% - 12/28/07 09:28 AM
In the nation, only five markets showed projected appreciation of more than 4 percent - two of them are in Tennessee.
Albuquerque was first, followed by Seattle; Nashville; Lancaster, Pa.; and Knoxville.
Most of the nation will see at least a 5 percent drop in home values.
Experts said … (2 comments)
|
buying a home: Advice for a first time home buyer - 12/26/07 09:50 PM
… (0 comments)
|
buying a home: A New Year's Gift To Our Clients, A Big Old KISS!!! - 12/26/07 01:37 PM
Mortgage Financing has had an abundance of change throughout the years and 2007 was no exception. In fact, 2007 has been defined by changes across the board. The changes have often happened daily, without warning, and have been implemented at a bat of an eye. Intelligent & experienced reactions by Mortgage Professionals … (32 comments)
|
buying a home: Seek Help From Realtors - 12/24/07 10:28 PM
If you looking for a home and wondering upon selecting the appropriate location, design, or price of a home that will suit your needs the best, there are now various home options available online for you to explore. Through online one can explore availability of different type of homes for sale. While some … (0 comments)
|
buying a home: Is Your Big Bear Home Getting Exposure This Winter? - 12/23/07 06:23 PM
One of the many aspects to keep in mind when buying a home in Big Bear is the exposure that your property will be getting. By exposure, I am talking about the weather and sun exposure on your Big Bear home.
It is typically more preferred to have southern exposure during … (0 comments)
|
buying a home: How to Find a Reputable Moving Company Part 1 - 12/22/07 02:22 PM
Congratulations! You have found a home you love and you will be closing soon. So far so good. Now you need to find a good moving company. Most companies are legitimate and will offer good service, but you must be aware of the fact that some companies are not registered to … (1 comments)
|
buying a home: New Well Water Testing Law for Westchester County - 12/22/07 02:18 PM
As of November 19, 2007, anyone that sells their home in Weschester county that has a private water well must have it tested when they sign the contract of sale. The county introduced this law to monitor the water quality in the area regarding private wells. It requires the seller to have … (6 comments)
|
buying a home: Happy and Satisfied Home Buyers - 12/22/07 11:40 AM
There is nothing as rewarding and fulfilling as hearing from happy and satisfied home buyers. One such buyer was looking for an old farm house where his children could have room to roam. His son loved fishing and hunting. They wanted a pond, a barn and some acreage. This would be … (2 comments)
|
buying a home: Moving On Up in Google Search Engine ~ Home Buyers Look! Here I am! - 12/22/07 11:30 AM
O.K. I’ve read all my e-mail this morning, 38 in total. Wow… why can’t some of my e-mail be from some excited buyer. I want all you buyers to e-mail me today. I am willing to help you buy a home on Christmas day, if that’s what it takes.
… (5 comments)
|
buying a home: Are foreclosures the way to go in todays market? - 12/21/07 11:22 AM
When looking for a home, a potential buyer is always trying to get the best deal one of the largest investments of their lives. A buyer typically asks "how do I get the most for my money" or another question in today's market is "I want to buy a foreclosure". Today's … (2 comments)
|
buying a home: Seminole County, Near Orlando In Central Florida - 12/20/07 09:55 PM
by: Christopher Seminole County & Orlando Florida Real Estate - Homes, Townhomes & Condos
Seminole County, Near Orlando In Central Florida
Seminole County, near Orlando Florida, is a nature lover's paradise and is known as "Florida's Natural Choice" because it is home to the state's original amusement park, the native Florida landscape. This … (4 comments)
|
buying a home: How Do You Save Money On Homeowner's Insurance In Orlando Florida? - 12/20/07 08:02 PM
by: Christopher Orlando Florida Real Estate - Homes, Townhomes & Condos
Looking to save money on your Orlando, Florida home's insurance bill? Did you know that a simple photograph may save you up to 68% on your Orlando area homeowners insurance? All Florida homeowners insurance companies offer Windstorm Loss Mitigation credits. These discounts … (0 comments)
|
buying a home: Sanford Florida Real Estate Market Update - November, 2007 - 12/20/07 02:59 PM
by: Christopher Sanford & Orlando Florida Real Estate - Homes, Townhomes & Condos
Sanford Florida Real Estate Market Update - November, 2007
Specializing in Sanford Real Estate, Orlando Real Estate, Orange County Real Estate and Seminole County Real Estate in Florida
The current real estate market in Sanford, just like the rest of Orlando and … (0 comments)
|
buying a home: Hire a Realtor - 12/19/07 09:08 PM
Not too long ago, Leslie Stahl did a story on For Sale by Owner websites vs. traditional brokerages. She had a very cute couple relate their success story in selling their own home themselves. On the other side was a disheveled, harried, worried looking Realtor®. Probably scared Leslie was going to … (0 comments)
|
buying a home: Winter Park Florida Real Estate Market Update - November, 2007 - 12/19/07 03:06 PM
Winter Park & Orlando Florida Real Estate - Homes, Townhomes & Condos
Winter Park Florida Real Estate Market Update - November, 2007
Specializing in Winter Park Real Estate, Orlando Real Estate, Orange County Real Estate and Seminole County Real Estate in Florida
The current real estate market in Winter Park, just like the rest of … (1 comments)
|
buying a home: Northeast Houston, Humble, and Atascocita, TX Real Estate | Keller Williams Realty | Title Insurance in Texas - 12/19/07 10:09 AM
Buying northeast Houston, Humble, and Atascocita, TX real estate involves closing the transaction with either a title company or an attorney. In closing the transaction the seller generally pays for the title insurance policy insuring that the title being transferred to the buyer is good. In cases of purchasing new construction, … (0 comments)
|
buying a home: Lake Mary Florida in Seminole County, Central Florida, Near Orlando - 12/18/07 03:47 PM
Lake Mary Florida in Seminole County, Central Florida, Near Orlando by: Christopher Lake Mary & Orlando Florida Real Estate - Homes, Townhomes & Condos
Situated between Sanford, Longwood and Casselberry in Seminole County, Lake Mary is one of the fastest growing cities in Central Florida and is a very aesthetic, upscale … (1 comments)
|
buying a home: Buyers: Avoid this common mistake. - 12/16/07 04:33 PM
One of the most common mistakes a first-time home-buyer will make when buying a home is not looking at their possible future real estate needs or future resale value. At the time, maybe a living on a busy street is fine or a two bedroom home will have plenty of room, however, in … (1 comments)
|
buying a home: California's Answer for the Sub-prime Lending Melt down. - 12/16/07 03:19 PM
Most first-time buyers are now faced with a higher credit score requirement and tighter standards after the sub-prime market went through its shakeup. For many, that has created an additional challenge above and beyond the high cost of housing in California. The answer to this is a very much overlooked first-time … (0 comments)
|
buying a home: Could Sub-Prime Lending in California Turn Deadly? - 12/16/07 03:16 PM
In the last seven years sub-prime lending has become very popular in southern California. With the high cost of housing in California was a temporary fix for many home buyers have a more affordable house payment. This group of loans was made very attractive by offering options such as interest-only payments, … (0 comments)
|
buying a home: Questions to ask when buying a house - 12/16/07 11:43 AM
Here are some questions for buyers to ask themselves when they are looking to buy a house.
What are the most important features in a home to me? How many bedrooms? how many bathrooms? Will this number work for my family?Does it have a garage/workspace if I need one?Do I like the overall … (2 comments)
|
buying a home: Don't Risk Overpaying for Your Mortgage- Know Thy Lender - 12/15/07 04:50 PM
In today's real estate market of high-priced housing, finding the lowest rates for a mortgage becomes a priority for many consumers. With 80% of the home buying public going online to start the search for homes, rate shopping online is now becoming very popular. In most cases once you identify the … (0 comments)
|
buying a home: Get the best price on a mortgage - Improving your credit score the easy way - 12/15/07 04:48 PM
Your FICO score is the most important determining factor in saving money when you buy a home. The FICO score you have will determine the loan-to-value ratio or percentage of the purchase price you may borrow. The interest rate you pay on the life of the loan is dictated by your … (0 comments)
|
buying a home: Adjustable Rate Mortgages - Should You Be Concerned? - 12/15/07 04:46 PM
You may have read about many homeowners who are facing large payment increases from the initial payment structure of their loan. Payments which in many cases may be beyond their reach, you might ask, "What went wrong?" In order to have affordable payments entry-level buyers may have selected an adjustable-rate mortgage … (0 comments)
|
buying a home: Buying Your First Home and Sleeping Well at Night. - 12/15/07 04:39 PM
The real estate process of buying a home for the typical family can be a very stressful event, almost at the top of the charts. The selection of a professional agent can be a tremendous benefit as a counselor and guide to navigate you through the process with as little stress … (1 comments)
|
buying a home: Can Bush Make the Foreclosure Crisis Disappear? - 12/15/07 04:32 PM
2007 has been labeled the year of the sub-prime meltdown and the exploding ARM. With the high cost of housing in Southern California many homebuyers elected to take on mortgages with a two or three year fixed terms which would later turn into an adjustable mortgage. For many households this adjustment … (0 comments)
|
buying a home: Phoenix Real Estate Predictions for 2008 - 12/14/07 05:50 PM
Well, here we are again! Another year older and deeper in debt (thank you Roger Miller.) Before I put quill to parchment I went back and read what I had predicted for 2007.
I think I was right to predict a gloomy market and the market has indeed seen a reduction in … (0 comments)
|
buying a home: It's a Great Time to Buy In Union County NJ! - 12/14/07 01:38 PM
I just got finished with a rather lively discussion I had with a friend about this being a great time to buy a home here in the Union County NJ area. He was trying to tell me how afraid he should be about losing money. I asked him "what are your plans … (0 comments)
|
buying a home: 5761 Murphywood Crossing, Antioch, Tennessee ~ NEW PRICE - 12/14/07 10:11 AM
… (0 comments)
|
buying a home: Buying Your First Home...As A Real Estate Broker, Do You Know The Loan Programs? - 12/13/07 11:43 AM
Will this home meet my financing program standards? Will the bank give me an extra $10,000 to fix this up? As a real estate broker, it is super to get a buyer to the bank or in touch with a mortgage broker that has checked the purchaser out inside and … (1 comments)
|
buying a home: Cold, dark and vacant OR warm, cozy and inviting.... Which would you choose? - 12/13/07 11:33 AM
Imagine you are out looking for a home and it's mid-December. A crisp chill is in the air and it feels a little like snow. Maybe you don't have to imagine it, maybe you really are looking for a nice new home! Many buyers need to find that perfect home to … (4 comments)
|
buying a home: St. Joseph Statues are Flying Off the Shelves - 12/12/07 11:15 AM
My friends and I were waiting to be seated last week at Cracker Barrel in Gallatin and we were doing some shopping. There was a religious statue sitting there, and someone brought up the article in the Wall Street Journal about the St. Joseph Statue and it’s success in helping … (4 comments)
|
buying a home: An Explanation of Pennsylvania Agreement of Sale Part 9 - The End - 12/11/07 03:33 PM
PA Agreement of Sale Part 9
Part 1
Part 2
Part 3
Part 4
Part 5
Part 6
Part 7
Part 8
The three paragraphs that start this page are all important to understand as they impact the agreement, its breach and any damages the seller can recoup.
Paragraph 28 deals with Representations. How I usually … (0 comments)
|
buying a home: Home Buyer's Property Evaluation Checklist - 12/10/07 09:27 PM
Omaha Real Estate Contributed by David Matney with Alliance Real Estate
I am a HUGE believer in using checklists when helping a someone buy or sell a home. There are so many items to consider and what may be a concern to one buyer may not be important to another. This … (3 comments)
|
buying a home: 3024 Iroquois Drive, Thompsons Station, TN ~ NEW PRICE - 12/10/07 05:12 PM
… (2 comments)
|
buying a home: An Explanation of Pennsylvania Agreement of Sale Part 8 - 12/09/07 07:03 PM
PA Agreement of Sale Part 8
Part 1
Part 2
Part 3
Part 4
Part 5
Part 6
Part 7
Part 9
Paragraph 21 deals with Maintenance and Risk of Loss. I have actually blogged on this and a good example of this is Why you need to keep your home insured until settlement. There are … (0 comments)
|
buying a home: Packing Suggestions - 12/09/07 02:07 PM
Moving can be a stressful time but here are a few suggestions to make things go a bit smoother.
Make a list-Before you pack even one box, set up a simple record keeping system. Then place a number on each and every box you pack and include its contents on your list … (2 comments)
|
buying a home: Manatee County Florida Home Builders Offering BIG Incentives to Buyers - 12/09/07 11:12 AM
Several Manatee County, Florida home builders are offering big incentives to buyers who act by the end of the year.
* One builder will pay the homeowners dues, property taxes and homeowners insurance for two years if buyers sign a contract before Dec. 31. * Another builder will pay the property taxes … (3 comments)
|
buying a home: Owning a Home is a Great Investment - 12/08/07 09:03 PM
Of course we all know that owning a home is a great financial investment. Why give money to someone else every month when you can use that money to invest in your own future? Plus when you buy a home the interest that you pay each month on the loan is a … (1 comments)
|
buying a home: Owning a Home - 12/08/07 08:54 PM
Owning a home is a dream that should come true for everyone. This dream might be a lot easier to realize than you think especially now with such a large inventory of homes and foreclosure properties.
This is a big and exciting step to take and if you would like to find … (0 comments)
|
buying a home: A good agent does more than just "Show" houses - 12/08/07 01:24 PM
Here are some of the many things a real estate professional should be willing and able to do to help a buyer with their home buying decision.
Help clarify and rate potential choices-suggest trade-offs and compromises of homesSuggest financing options and lenders who can help with obtaining a mortgage, loan, etcInform your … (4 comments)
|
buying a home: SIGNALS SUGGEST IT MAY BE TIME TO BUY REAL ESTATE - 12/07/07 02:08 PM
Just read an article in Realtor Magazine on line that is good news for buyers and sellers alike. Click on the highlighted text to see the details.
The low rate and low prices are less-than-subtle clues that it is a good time to buy real estate. Bill Dallas, chairman of Dallas Capial, … (0 comments)
|
buying a home: What are the benefits of working with a REALTOR? - 12/07/07 09:39 AM
If you are currently in the market for your first home, you may be interested in how a REALTOR can help you. You are about to make a great investment of both money and time. I have a wealth of experience helping first time buyers like you make sound, informed decisions.
Here are … (0 comments)
|
buying a home: Buying Real Estate in Maine? Step 3 - 12/06/07 07:42 PM
So you're planning to buy Real Estate in Maine? You've come to the right place! If you've read Step 1 and Step 2, then you've met with your lender, sat down with your Real Estate Agent and defined your wants and needs, and you're ready to start looking at houses!
After you've completed Step … (0 comments)
|
buying a home: Why Do I Need A HOME? - 12/06/07 03:54 PM
Have you ever stopped to reflect on why you have or want a home? As a Real Estate agent, it is my priviledge to help others through the process of selling and finding their perfect home. Some people are selling their current home in order to find another home in a … (0 comments)
|
buying a home: Home Buyers -- What's In and What's Out for 2008 - 12/06/07 02:19 PM
… (18 comments)
|
buying a home: The Home Buying process, simplified and explained - 12/06/07 10:55 AM
Many times we loose sight that our buyers don't know how the system works and what's involved in buying a home. Well, I've written a basic outline of the standard process here in Tennessee to help buyers see the big picture of why it's more than picking a house and writing a … (0 comments)
|
buying a home: What happens to an earnest deposit? - 12/05/07 11:39 PM
Omaha Real Estate Contributed by David Matney with Alliance Real Estate
An earnest deposit is used to demonstrate "good faith" to the seller when making an offer on a property. Typically, this is in the form of a check that is submitted along with a purchase agreement. It is not very common … (3 comments)
|
buying a home: It is a Great Time to Buy a Home! - 12/05/07 06:08 PM
… (0 comments)
|
buying a home: The most important document when buying or selling a home. - 12/05/07 03:38 PM
Omaha Real Estate David Matney with Alliance Real Estate
The Seller Property Condition Disclosure Statement is one of the most important documents when buying or selling a home. As a seller, it is EXTREMELY important to carefully fill out the disclosure completely and honestly. If the transaction ends up in a courtroom it … (12 comments)
|
buying a home: Tips for First Time Home Buyers - 12/05/07 12:06 PM
Dear First Time Buyer,
If you are currently in the market for your first home, you probably have lots of questions. You are about to be making an important decision for your future, a great investment of both money and time. I have a wealth of experience helping first time buyers like … (0 comments)
|
buying a home: A Math Teacher's Take on Today's Market - 12/04/07 09:57 PM
OK. So I know that this market is causing many homeowners to suffer. However, I just read a comment by Clark Howard, a "Consumer Advocate" reporter in Atlanta, where he tells buyers to "wait a little longer" to buy a home. I had to look it up for myself after hearing several … (4 comments)
|
buying a home: I really like this house.... BUT there's so much out there.. - 12/04/07 11:02 AM
This has been the biggest obstacle I have been facing with clients in recent months. The house is perfect! There's not ONE thing they can tell me it's lacking... BUT, everyone is in this mind-frame that "what if" something better comes along? How will it be better? A lower price? Possibly, … (0 comments)
|
buying a home: The media is wrong, this IS really a good time to buy! - 12/02/07 06:52 PM
It's really frustrating. It seems that everyday I read in the paper or see a story on the news about how bad the Real Estate market is. Gloom and doom. That's what feeds the media, but the facts tell another story. And it's not a story that you'll read in any … (3 comments)
|
buying a home: FHA or Conventional Purchases --- Important Information About Your Loan - 11/30/07 07:27 PM
So you found a home that you wish to purchase. Do you have a realtor to help you with your purchase? What about a reputable lender with a loan officer that is very knowledgeable and able to help you with your financing needs.
Well, it sometimes might sound easier than … (7 comments)
|
buying a home: An Explanation of the Pennsylvania Agreement of Sale Part 6 - 11/30/07 03:46 PM
PA Agreement of Sale Part 6
Part 1
Part 2
Part 3
Part 4
Part 5
Part 7
Part 8
Part 9
We are nearing the end, I promise. Sorry this has taken so long to post in its entirety, let me know if this helps. Sometimes trying to explain it is as wordy as what … (0 comments)
|
buying a home: Some Sellers Won't Negotiate a Penny! - 11/30/07 01:35 PM
It is interesting to see how the sellers of newer listings, meaning those on the market less than 30 days, haven't quite caught on to the fact that it's not a seller's market anymore. I have presented several offers to "newbie" sellers and the counters came back at full price. These … (0 comments)
|
buying a home: Blue collar or white collar consumer does it matter? - 11/30/07 12:50 PM
I meet people everyday that come along with the idea, "I do not make enough money to buy a home". I don't like to hear that. I also hear some agents that won't work with buyers that are buying a $75,000 townhome, "It's not worth my time." I hate hearing both … (0 comments)
|
buying a home: Auctions in Sumner County, Tennessee ~ Attention Investors - 1244 Plantation Blvd & 1249 Wavecrest Circle, Gallatin, TN - 11/30/07 12:44 PM
ATTENTION INVESTORS: Saturday, December 1st, at 10:30 am, Furrow Auction Co. will be conducting an auction in Fairvue Plantation (Links, Lake, Lifestyle) on two separate houses. Buy a lifestyle and a dream home on Old Hickory Lake's shoreline.
ABSOLUTE AUCTION... House #1 at 1244 Plantation Blvd will be sold absolute … (7 comments)
|
buying a home: "Subject to satisfactory home inspection" - 11/30/07 09:17 AM
Omaha Real Estate Contributed by David Matney with Alliance Real Estate
Everyone understands the importance of a professional home inspection when buying a home. However, what happens if the seller does not want to fix or address an issue? Is the contract automatically null and void? Normally, there is a home inspection addendum to … (1 comments)
|
buying a home: Market Forcast: Equity Ahead!! (Whoohoo) - 11/29/07 11:34 PM
The housing market in Spokane is doing well. Our homes are still selling for 98% of asking price, and buyers are especially happy at the amount of inventory to choose from. Sellers with great real estate agents who market well are still moving their properties in an average of 40 days. … (1 comments)
|
buying a home: Economist expects housing comeback for region - 11/29/07 10:20 AM
This article was in our local paper this morning, The Reno Gazette Journal:
http://news.rgj.com//apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071129/BIZ03/711290333
This guy needs to lay off his crack pipe. We are not going to recover in 2008 for the housing market. There is 4300 active homes on the market and only 173 that have sold in Nov as of … (10 comments)
|
buying a home: Baltimore County Real Estate : FREE MLS SEARCH : Maryland Homes for Sale - 11/28/07 10:00 AM
ARE YOU SEARCHING FOR A FREE ONLINE REAL ESTATE WEBSITE THAT SHOWS YOU ALL OF THE HOMES FOR SALE IN BALTIMORE COUNTY MARYLAND?
Then make sure you visit: WWW.ISELLMDHOMES.COM
ON THE SITE YOU WILL FIND LINKS TO:
FREE Property Searches Direct from the same MLS system the agents use for ALL of the active Baltimore … (0 comments)
|
