Real estate blog entries tagged with find a realtor

Blog entries tagged with "find a realtor":

find a realtor: THE AMERICAN ECONOMY WILL SURVIVE! - 10/01/08 10:59 AM

AMERICANS WILL HAVE TO ADJUST THEIR SPENDING HABITS, BUT THAT IS A GOOD THING! At this time, Americans are a slave to debt. They live from paycheck to paycheck, with no thought of saving their money. HEY, THIS IS A WAKE UP CALL!!
DON'T BUY A HOME, AUTOMOBILE OR ANY MAJOR … (0 comments)

find a realtor: WOW! I HAVE BLOGGED 100 TIMES! - 09/24/08 10:58 PM

I have finally reached my 100th blog and it has been so much fun! I have enjoyed posting and reading blogs on Active Rain. However, I hope they get their site problems worked out. Sometimes I can post a blog and other times it won't post. I get the points, but … (7 comments)

find a realtor: JE'ROD CHERRY IS MORE THAN JUST A SUPERBOWL PLAYER! HE IS A GREAT HUMAN BEING! - 09/17/08 08:22 AM

WHAT A CONTRAST BETWEEN JE'ROD AND DICK FULD! Yesterday I blogged about Dick Fuld and his receiving millions for bankrupting Lehman Brothers. Today, I want to honor Je'Rod Cherry, former New England Patriots safety, for his unselfish act of humanity! What a great guy!
In case you haven't watched the news, … (0 comments)

find a realtor: CAN SOMEONE PLEASE EXPLAIN WHY DICK FULD SHOULD BE REWARDED MILLIONS FOR BANKRUPTING LEHMAN BROTHERS? - 09/16/08 01:11 PM

WHY IS THIS? He receives millions as a "bonus" for failing an investment bank, one that is over 160 years old. The largest bankruptcy filed in American history, under the leadership of this man. There is something not right with this picture. He receives a "bonus" and the stockholders and 25,000 workers … (6 comments)

find a realtor: REALTORS, HOW DO YOU FEEL ABOUT HOME INSPECTIONS? - 09/12/08 06:42 PM

ARE YOU WORRIED ABOUT THEM? AFRAID THEY WILL "KILL THE DEAL"? I offer all my buyers a home inspection. I don't care if it is an FHA loan, cash, VA, Conventional or whatever. NO ONE leaves my office unless they sign off on a home inspection.
I encourage buyers to get one. This … (19 comments)

find a realtor: Plainfield IL, Naperville Illinois Real Estate - Fannie Mae/Freddie Mac - 09/11/08 11:04 AM

Fannie, Freddie Takeover Keeps Mortgages Flowing The federal government's sweeping takeover of mortgage market giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac is expected to have positive short-term benefits to the real estate market and opens the door for the industry to shape the restructuring of the companies. The NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® … (0 comments)

find a realtor: Plainfield IL, Naperville Illinois Real Estate - What is my home worth? - 09/09/08 11:14 AM

What is your home worth?All homes have a price, and sometimes more than one. There's the price owners would like to get, the value buyers would like to offer and a point of agreement which can result in a sale.
In considering home values, several factors are important:
The value of … (0 comments)

find a realtor: Plainfield IL, Naperville Illinois Real Estate - Do I qualify for a short sale? - 09/03/08 09:38 AM

Do I qualify for a Short Sale? Do You....
Owe more on your Naperville or Plainfield area property than what you could sell it for, especially after real estate commission, closing costs, late payments, interest, etc? Have difficulty covering your expenses each month? Not have money in the bank to cover the … (0 comments)

find a realtor: Plainfield IL, Naperville Illinois Real Estate - How to Guard Against Identity Theft - 08/22/08 09:09 AM

How to Guard Against Identity Theft
Obtain a free credit report and look for and report any inaccurate information. Do not give your social security number, mother's maiden name or account numbers to strangers who contact you, especially by phone, internet or mail. Legitimate financial or government organizations that do business … (0 comments)

find a realtor: DID YOU KNOW THAT AGE IS JUST A NUMBER? - 08/21/08 09:49 PM

I got a call from a sweet little lady to list her home. She has moved to an assisted living home, but she is in the independent section. She doesn't need any assistance, she gets along just fine by her self. She drives and does her own cooking. THE FUNNY THING … (16 comments)

find a realtor: Pete Testa, Nationwide Houses, Homes For Sale in CT, Danbury Real Estate Agent - 08/21/08 09:22 PM

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find a realtor: Plainfield IL, Naperville Illinois Real Estate - 10 Things to Expect Going Through a Short Sale - 08/20/08 09:59 AM

10 Things to Expect Going Through a Short Sale
The bank is going to what to see your entire financial picture. This means you will need to provide copy of back taxes, paycheck stubs, bank statements, personal financial statement, etc. They will want to know what all your assets are. The … (0 comments)

find a realtor: HATS OFF TO MICHAEL PHELPS, OLYMPIC SWIMMER!! - 08/17/08 09:00 AM

I have been glued to the tv set, watching this incredible swimmer! He is like a fish in the water! HE HAS WON EIGHT GOLD MEDALS, BREAKING MARK SPITZ RECORD OF SEVEN!!!
Michael is 23 years old and hails from Baltimore, Maryland. His mother, Debbie, is the light of his life. … (18 comments)

find a realtor: SELLERS, REJOICE IF YOU GET A QUICK OFFER! - 08/17/08 08:35 AM

IT DOESN'T MEAN IT WAS PRICED TOO LOW! When a Realtor does the comps for your property, that is where it needs to be priced. If you get a quick offer, it only means that someone was looking for a property like yours and snatched it up when it became available. The … (13 comments)

find a realtor: Plainfield IL, Naperville Illinois Real Estate - Down Payment Assistance - 08/16/08 02:54 AM

For first-time buyers, often the first thought that comes to mind is, "I need a down payment." This is often followed by the question, "Now, where do I get that down payment?"
Depending upon the loan type, a home mortgage typically requires 3 to 5 percent down. If you have the … (0 comments)

find a realtor: Finding the RIGHT Real Estate Agent When Buying a Home - 08/13/08 02:54 PM

How in the world do I pick the Right Real Estate Agent? You have a lot of things to consider when buying a home: finding a house that is within your budget, maybe it's a great school district, or maybe it's the floorplan. All of these things are important, but … (0 comments)

find a realtor: YES!!! I NOW HAVE MY e-PRO DESIGNATION! - 08/08/08 04:43 PM

I have worked so hard, trying to finish my e-PRO course! I worked on it every spare minute that I could manage, I didn't think I would ever get it finished!! But, when you set your mind to it, YOU CAN DO IT!!
It was a very interesting course and I … (24 comments)

find a realtor: IS THERE A POTATO FAMINE OR ARE WE BEING GOUGED AGAIN? - 08/04/08 10:35 AM

HAS ANYONE NOTICED THE PRICE OF POTATOES?? I have not bought them in several weeks and my husband is having withdrawals! They are $7.99 for an 8 pound bag!!! It used to be that people who were low on money would eat beans and potatoes, not anymore, only the rich can … (6 comments)

find a realtor: English Bulldogs!! - 08/03/08 04:49 PM

As I blogg at my computer this is what is starring at me with a lazy look on his face. I would like you to meet Bruno. Bruno is my english bulldog, he is 8 years old and very spoiled. Those of us who own a bulldog know they make you … (45 comments)

find a realtor: RETAIL STORES ARE HAVING A HARD TIME! WILL WE ONLY BE ABLE TO BUY FROM WALL-MART? - 07/29/08 11:04 AM

Back to school sales are going to be a real low for the mall retailers, according to the news media. With the high gas and food prices, parents are looking for alternatives to save. Shopping discount stores, yard sales and consignment shops seems to be the answer.
Will it get to … (16 comments)

find a realtor: HEY, HAS ANYONE MISSED ME??? - 07/23/08 11:42 AM

I have been in Natchitoches, Louisiana, for a week of baseball world series play offs! I have missed active rain, but my grandson, Adrian, plays baseball and I can't miss those games!! His team, the White County Title Tigers placed third and he placed third in the home run derby! We … (6 comments)

find a realtor: Bad News for New Jersey - 07/17/08 08:02 PM

It was announced today on the New Jersey news channel. New Jersey is in a recession and has been for 6 months. According to the news, NJ will remain in recession until 2010. Not sure that that is a believable time frame, but it does not help the folks out there … (5 comments)

find a realtor: ANYONE ELSE BORN ON JULY 2? - 07/02/08 10:34 AM

TODAY IS MY BIRTHDAY! I have finally reached the age of early retirement, if a person could retire! I will probally be 100 before I retire!!! I will have to continue working to buy gas and food!! lol
I have been in real estate since 1994, it is so amazing how … (11 comments)

find a realtor: FRIDAY IS INDEPENDENCE DAY! HAPPY 4TH OF JULY! - 07/02/08 10:16 AM

America celebrates the 4th of July, (Independence Day) with picnics, fireworks, political speeches and just plain fun! It was on July 4, 1716, that the United States adopted the Declaration Of Independence, declaring our independence from Great Britian.
We are going to stay home and cook out. I bought a new … (4 comments)

find a realtor: Plainfield IL, Naperville Illinois Real Estate - Rental Homes - 06/26/08 10:16 AM

Rental Homes
Did you know that I can assist you in finding a rental home? It's true! Let me be your guide in finding your next rental property. Whether it's a condo, townhome, or single family residence I can help.

Also, did you know that the landord takes care of … (0 comments)

find a realtor: Naperville IL, Plainfield Illinois Real Estate - Should you buy a home in today's market? - 06/26/08 10:01 AM

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.
How long do you intend to live there?
A rule of thumb is that it rarely makes sense to buy if you expect to move within two … (1 comments)

find a realtor: ELVIS IS ALIVE AND WELL, HE WAS ON "AMERICA'S GOT TALENT"! - 06/25/08 05:09 PM

Did you watch America's Got Talent last night? I did, and the Elvis impersonator was terrific!!! He was very handsome, just like Elvis! He had the crooked smile, the Elvis hair do, and was dressed in black leather. He was fantastic, like Elvis is back! He sang "Hound Dog" and sounded just like … (6 comments)

find a realtor: CONTACT YOUR SENATE AND REPRESENTATIVES, LET'S DRILL IN USA! - 06/23/08 05:37 PM

TIRED OF HIGH GAS PRICES? Don't sit on your fanny and do nothing! Contact your state senate and house, let them know you want to drill in USA! DON'T WAIT!
We have plenty of oil in America, we need to stop being dependant on foreign oil! Making gas from corn … (8 comments)

find a realtor: When To Make The Offer To Purchase - 06/22/08 07:35 PM

I recently worked with a couple in the Northern VA Real Estate area who had found the house of their dreams. This house really had everything they had always dreamed about. It had the layout, the land, location, everything they had placed on their wants and needs list was a part … (4 comments)

find a realtor: ARKANSAS BASEBALL STATE CHAMPIONSHIP BOUND! - 06/20/08 09:34 AM

My ten year old grandson, Adrian, is a great baseball player. He plays on the White County Title Tigers traveling team and we are ranked #3 in the state. We are playing in Jonesboro this weekend for the state title, and we play in the world series in July in Louisiana.
… (4 comments)

find a realtor: HOW YOU TREAT YOUR CLIENT MAY HAVE AN AFFECT ON ANOTHER REALTOR! - 06/19/08 01:56 PM

I was working with a client that was moving here from Oklahoma, they had their home listed with a RE/MAX agent in Oklahoma. I spent alot of time with them, showing them property in several different towns. They had to sell their home in Oklahoma to buy here.
I kept in touch … (6 comments)

find a realtor: REALTORS, DO YOU SHOW BUYERS WHERE THE PROPERTY LINES ARE? - 06/18/08 12:57 PM

YOU ARE SETTING YOURSELF UP FOR A LAWSUIT! You should NEVER point out where the property lines are, you don't really know. All you know is what the seller told you, it may be right and it may be wrong. My attorney (judge now) son-in-law told me this many years … (20 comments)

find a realtor: WAS THE BUYER REPRESENTED? - 06/17/08 01:30 PM

I had a wonderful home listed and an agent from another company brought me an offer. It was accepted and I started working on the closing process. I ordered the title work and took the information to the closing company.
A few days later the buyers agent called and said, "The buyers … (11 comments)

find a realtor: DO BRASS FIXTURES MAKE A HOME OUTDATED? - 06/17/08 09:57 AM

I have a wonderful home listed, priced right, well maintained and in a great location. A fellow Realtor showed it and I asked for feed back. She said the buyers loved the house and so did their parents, but that it had brass fixtures and was outdated. I replied that any ten … (14 comments)

find a realtor: HAPPY FATHERS DAY TO ALL YOU WONDERFUL FATHERS! - 06/15/08 09:17 AM

Fathers Day is a great day to celebrate our "dads". My dad has been gone for nearly 27 years, he had a heart attack at 61.
Daddy was a kind and gentle man. He seldom got mad, but if he told you to do something, you had better do it. He … (14 comments)

find a realtor: THERE IS A STABLE MARKET OUT THERE! - 06/13/08 08:49 AM

DON'T BELIEVE THE MEDIA REPORTS, THEY ARE NOT THE GOSPEL TRUTH! Searcy, Arkansas is a stable market. Agents are busy, contractors are building, we are getting new business and we are NOT selling homes for half their market value! I am sure there are other areas in the country that are … (15 comments)

find a realtor: REASONS WHY ONE BUILDERS HOME MAY BE PRICED HIGHER THAN OTHER BUILDERS! - 06/11/08 07:03 PM

When you are showing new construction and you look at two similiar homes and one is higher, there may be a reason for the price increase! Below is a list of why this could be.
1. FOUNDATION! If the house is on pier and beam and one house has closed piers … (8 comments)

find a realtor: POSSESSION? WHAT DO YOU THINK? - 06/11/08 06:15 PM

A buyers agent brought me a contract on a home I have listed. I presented it to my seller and we countered the offer on price and several other items. One of the things we countered on was "possession".
The buyers agent had marked " possession to be upon closing". We countered for … (16 comments)

find a realtor: READ THIS BEFORE YOU BUY A LOT TO BUILD YOUR NEW HOME ON! - 06/04/08 05:59 PM

CONTACT YOUR BUILDER BEFORE BUYING YOUR LOT! My builder husband is working with clients who are building a new home. They purchased their lot prior to contacting my husband. When they had the trees removed and the lot cleared, my husband had the grade shot. It has over a 12' drop!!
This … (10 comments)

find a realtor: MY BLOG SITE HAS NOT BEEN WORKING! - 06/02/08 12:55 PM

I have not blogged since May 22, I have not been able to upload my post! I contacted AR and they said to try using Firefox as my browser. So here goes! I hope this works!
Has anyone else had this problem? Everytime I would write my post, I would … (17 comments)

find a realtor: Plainfield IL, Naperville Illinois Real Estate - Looking for Foreclosures? Sharing My Personal Source List! - 05/28/08 07:56 AM

Looking for Foreclosures? Sharing My Personal Source List!
National REO Banks:
Bank of America - REO Search Bank One - REO Search Beal Bank - Commercial CitiMortgage - REO Search Compass Bank - REO Search Countrywide - REO Search Downey Savings & Loan - REO Search Freemont Investment & … (0 comments)

find a realtor: Plainfield IL, Naperville Illinois Real Estate - VA Jumbo Loan - 05/27/08 11:03 PM

For years, the Veterans Administration has allowed "Jumbo" VA loans; it's just that hardly anyone knew about them. The current VA loan limit with zero down, is $417,000, matching the conforming loan limits set by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. But the VA does make allowances for VA loans above that … (0 comments)

find a realtor: AMERICAN IDOL HAS A WINNER, HIS NAME IS DAVID! - 05/22/08 01:18 PM

I have watched American Idol all season and I have been totally amazed at the talent! There were several performers who were voted off that I thought should have stayed. One, being Michael Johns, who I thought was a terrific singer.
The two Davids are very talented, but I was pulling … (8 comments)

find a realtor: ARE YOU PROFESSIONAL WHEN WORKING WITH CLIENTS? - 05/20/08 11:39 AM

ARE YOU ON TIME FOR YOUR APPOINTMENT? Keeping clients waiting is not a good thing! Being on time shows that you think your clients are important.
DO YOU DRESS LIKE A PROFESSIONAL? Being neat about your appearance says alot about you! Don't show property in tank tops and short shorts! Yes, … (15 comments)

find a realtor: Plainfield IL, Naperville Illinois Real Estate - If home's been on market awhile, it's time to rethink strategy - 05/20/08 11:03 AM

Here's a great article from Inman News:
Sellers, pay attention to lowball offers
If home's been on market awhile, it's time to rethink strategy
By Dian Hymer, Monday, May 19, 2008.
Inman News
Selling a home can be an emotional experience because most sellers have a lot more than money invested … (0 comments)

find a realtor: Plainfield IL, Naperville Illinois Real Estate - The Fed: Betting on a rate hike - 05/15/08 09:44 PM

There is a growing sense that the worst of the credit crunch may be behind us. And despite a tamer-than-expected reading for April, inflation is still very much a concern for many Americans.
So with that in mind, could the Federal Reserve be forced to raise interest rates before the end … (0 comments)

find a realtor: DOMINICA, THE NATURE ISLAND OF THE CARRIBBEAN! - 05/15/08 05:02 PM

Dominica is a beautiful island located between Guadeloupe and Martinique in the Eastern Carribbean! It is very eco friendly. We visited this port last year on our annual cruise!
The rain forest was enchanting! There were beautiful waterfalls flowing down the mountains, providing clear and pure drinking water. The people were very friendly … (8 comments)

find a realtor: FIVE FREE TIPS ON BUYING A FSBO! - 05/14/08 02:07 PM

Sure you want to save money, we all do! But, sometime it ends up costing us more! Here are five free tips on buying a FSBO.
1. GET A TERMITE CLEARANCE LETTER! In some areas of the U.S. termites are a problem!
2. HIRE A HOME INSPECTOR! This is a must, you … (4 comments)

find a realtor: Plainfield IL, Naperville Illinois Real Estate - Energy efficiency guide - 05/14/08 08:55 AM

About the author:
Cheryl Bowers is a Chicagoland Area Residential Real Estate Expert, who can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of real estate in Plainfield, Naperville, Aurora Illinois or any place in the country. Cheryl has created a team of professionals throughout the Chicago suburbs to ensure … (1 comments)

find a realtor: Plainfield IL, Naperville Illinois Real Estate - Fannie Mae's housing recovery initiative - 05/13/08 08:47 PM

Fannie Mae's new housing recovery initiative. On May 6, Fannie Mae announced its Keys to Recovery Initiative to promote liquidity, stability, and affordability in the housing and mortgage markets.
Here are highlights developed by NAR:
First, Fannie is working to reduce the cost to consumers of jumbo conforming loans (loans above $417,000 … (0 comments)

find a realtor: Plainfield IL, Naperville Illinois Real Estate - Illinois 1st Quarter Housing Update - 05/13/08 08:38 PM

Illinois 1st Quarter Housing Update
Illinois median home prices held their own in the first quarter while sales were constrained by the ongoing credit crunch and a softening economy. According to Illinois Association of Realtors (IAR) first quarter report, home sales totaled 21,576, down 27.0 percent from 29,553 home sales in the … (0 comments)

find a realtor: TORNADOES AND FLOODING HAVE BEEN A BIG PROBLEM IN ARKANSAS! - 05/13/08 03:52 PM

I don't know about the rest of America, but Arkansas has had some major flooding and storms! There are several counties, including White, that still have flood water from the March and April rains!
Saturday night we had tornadoes throughout the state! The wind blew so hard, and our electricity was … (7 comments)

find a realtor: ARE YOU A CANDIATE FOR INTRAOCULAR LENS? - 05/13/08 03:16 PM

Aging has it's drawbacks! It seems when you reach 40 your eyesight starts failing! I have always been farsighted, I could see far away, but not up close!
My eyesight continued to get worse, and, being a Realtor, that is not a good thing! To read a contract I wore contact lens, … (6 comments)

find a realtor: Plainfield IL, Naperville Illinois Real Estate - Is the end near? April foreclosures and pre-foreclosures drop - 05/13/08 11:38 AM

The nation's foreclosure hemorrhage slowed a bit last month, according to Foreclosures.com. Lenders repossessed 74,570 homes following foreclosure in April, down more than 5 percent from March. April pre-foreclosures dropped 7.52 percent from March too, according to California-based Foreclosures.com foreclosure information specialists."The sky isn't falling, and the bottom of the housing … (0 comments)

find a realtor: Plainfield IL, Naperville Illinois Real Estate - Get your home ready to sell - 05/09/08 10:15 AM

Get Your Home Ready To Sell
In preparing your house to sell, ask yourself over and over if your house looks like someone else's dream house. Houses in move-in condition tend to be inviting to buyers; houses that are like new typically sell the fastest and procure the best price.With … (0 comments)

find a realtor: Plainfield IL, Naperville Illinois Real Estate - How much house can you afford? - 05/09/08 10:09 AM

Deciding how much house you can afford
Before you start house hunting, you need to determine how much house you can afford, which will entail getting either prequalified or preapproved for a home loan. A real estate agent can help you find a mortgage broker to begin the process. While getting … (1 comments)

find a realtor: THE FOR SALE BY OWNER NIGHTMARE! - 05/06/08 12:42 PM

I'VE GOT A GREAT IDEA!               LET'S SELL THIS HOUSE.
I THINK WE SHOULD HAVE A GARAGE SALE             ,         GREAT IDEA!
THE NEXT SIGN IS PROBABLY GOING TO BE A FOR SALE SIGN, WHICH MEANS HELP WANTED TO A REALTOR!

SO HERE COMES THE REALTOR THINKING:

                                WE ARE … (7 comments)

find a realtor: Plainfield IL, Naperville Illinois Real Estate - Home Staging Suggestions - 04/26/08 08:44 AM

Most Popular Home-Staging Suggestions In a slow market, it's particularly important to get a house ready to sell quickly. Here are some of my most frequently made suggestions:Fix any visible problems that might be a red flag for potential buyers, including repainting walls. Cover damaged kitchen or bathroom floors with inexpensive peel-and-stick vinyl … (0 comments)

find a realtor: Plainfield IL, Naperville Illinois Real Estate - Does The Lower Fed Lending Rate Result In Lower Mortgage Rates? - 04/25/08 08:16 AM

The Federal Reserve has been lowering rates to bail out the economy. Does this mean that that mortgage rates will fall?
In some cases yes, in most cases no.
Lets start with the 30-year fixed rate mortgage. The 30-year fixed rate mortgage is not tied to short-term treasuries. Fixed mortgage … (0 comments)

find a realtor: Top Realtor Specializing in 6 Counties of Southern New Jersey - 04/18/08 10:52 PM

Selling Real Estate really takes the right Realtor! Yes there are agents that come and go, make promises that can't be kept, inexperienced with the internet and really lack the knowledge of marketing properties on a regular basis to maximize exposure.
So how do you get it across to home owners that … (0 comments)

find a realtor: Plainfield IL, Naperville Illinois Real Estate - The Five Factors of Credit Scoring - 04/16/08 11:09 AM

The Five Factors of Credit Scoring
There are five factors that comprise the credit score. They are listed below in order of importance, just as an underwriter would look at the score:
Payment History - 35% Impact. Paying debt on time and in full has a positive impact. Late payments, judgements, … (0 comments)

find a realtor: Plainfield IL, Naperville Illinois Real Estate - How to avoid foreclosure - 03/27/08 12:20 PM

The following information is from www.yourillinoishome.com. A great resource for home owners.
How to Avoid Foreclosure
If you are a homeowner at risk of foreclosure you need to know there are programs and services that can help. It's important to act quickly and before you are three months delinquent on your mortgage payment, says … (0 comments)

find a realtor: Plainfield IL, Naperville Illinois Real Estate - Possible home ownership tax credit - 03/26/08 10:31 AM

Economist suggests $5,000 home-buyer tax credit to spur homeownership. In the March Real Estate Insights, NAR (National Association of Realtors) chief economist Lawrence Yun, analyzes several federal plans proposed to curb foreclosures and stimulate the housing market. Yun proposes a homebuyer tax-credit of $5,000 tax credit (which currently exists in Washington, D.C.), which … (0 comments)

find a realtor: Plainfield IL, Naperville Illinois Real Estate - Home sale trends - 03/26/08 10:25 AM

February home sales activity improved slightly from January as we gear up for the spring market. According to the IAR's (Illinois Association of Realtors) latest report, total home sales were up 15.1 percent in February 2008 to 6,832 sales compared to January 2008 sales of 5,938; sales were down 22.9 percent from … (0 comments)

find a realtor: An Internet Marketplace for Real Estate Services - 03/25/08 04:54 PM

Greetings everyone, this is my first ActiveRain blog post -- and I hope it will be one of many.
I am super excited to introduce to everyone here a relatively new service that I have developed at www.seekingagents.com. The goal of this website is to create an internet marketplace for real … (4 comments)

find a realtor: Plainfield IL, Naperville Illinois Real Estate - Why would a realtor want to help me with my short sale if I can't afford to pay them? - 03/19/08 06:42 AM

How does a realtor profit from a short sale?When formally requesting a short sale commitment from the bank, realtor commissions are usually included if a realtor was involved in the deal. The bank may counteroffer to lower the commission. Realtors can also "hunt" for short sales by talking to clients that … (0 comments)

find a realtor: Plainfield IL, Naperville Illinois Real Estate - Fed Plan Lifts Mortgage Markets - 03/17/08 08:02 PM

Fed Plan Lifts Mortgage Markets
Tuesday, the Fed's surprise announcement of a new $200 billion lending facility led to a 400 plus point rally in the Dow, the biggest one day percentage gain since March 2003. The effect on mortgage rates was also favorable. The newly available funds will make it more … (0 comments)

find a realtor: Aurora Illinois Real Estate, Plainfield IL, Naperville IL Real Estate - Aurora Townhome for Sale - 03/13/08 11:33 PM

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find a realtor: Plainfield Illinois Real Estate, Naperville IL Real Estate - Will I still have to pay property taxes if I do a short sale? - 03/13/08 11:21 PM

Will I still have to pay property taxes if I do a short sale?
Someone will have to pay the property taxes in a short sale. It's just a question of who? Whether it is the property owner or the lender depends on the policies and specific agreements negotiated during the short … (0 comments)

find a realtor: Plainfield IL, Naperville Illinois Real Estate - Selling your home in todays buyers market. - 03/06/08 08:21 AM

I must admit that it is a challenging time to be selling your home. Improve your odds of selling your home in today's buyer's market with the following tips:
1. Be motivated! There are many homes listed right now. If you don't need to sell, then don't. Ask yourself: Why am I selling?
2. … (0 comments)

find a realtor: A New Approach to Buying Your Home - Interview Realtors - 02/13/08 12:40 PM

It is with hesitation that I use the following reference. As much as a Police officer hates to sit outside a donut shop, I dislike comparing our job to that of a car salesman. However, my experience and the results of my last car purchase got me thinking. There truly … (3 comments)

find a realtor: Colorado Real Estate Seller's Important information - 01/15/08 11:39 PM

ok this is for people who own Real Estate in The Pikes Peak Colorado Area. If you are thinking of selling your property there are some things you need to know first before you choose a Realtor to market your home or vacant land.
Most people think just because an agent works … (0 comments)

find a realtor: Just browsing for listings or want to determine what your home is worth.... - 12/13/07 07:59 PM

Sometime you just want to look without having that salesman looking over your shoulder.
This is what this site is all about. You pick what you want to look for and just enjoy.
It is the best of both worlds, lots to choose from but not having that look from the salesperson.
Ok, here … (0 comments)

find a realtor: Mountain Creek Estates - Located near Asheville, NC and Johnson City, TN. (Also near Ski Resorts and Golfing) - 12/11/07 01:31 PM

Mountain Creek Estates Bald Mountain Road, Burnsville, NC 28714 View Map We welcome you to 'Mountain Creek Estates'! Our Lots offer fabulous creekside lots and all lots offer views of our breathtaking mountains that only Yancey County has to offer! This is what stress free living is all about! We … (4 comments)

find a realtor: Mountain Creek Estates - Convenient to Asheville NC, Johnson City TN and area attractions (Local Ski Resorts and Golf Courses) - 12/11/07 01:13 PM

find a realtor: Avery County North Carolina - Market Report for October 2007 - 11/26/07 07:57 AM

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find a realtor: What defines us as a Realtor, really??? - 10/13/07 02:19 PM

What is it that truly defines what a Realtor is?? First, don't misunderstand my question here. We all know what it takes to become a Realtor: ....education, State testing and a license then agreement and enrollment with NAR.
But, I want to know if there is a certain perception that either describes … (8 comments)

find a realtor: Homes for Sale in Burnsville, NC. 28714 - 10/02/07 07:00 AM

Many of you have visited our lovely mountains in Western North Carolina. Beautiful indeed and in just a couple of weeks our leaves will begin to change colors and many of you will be here in town.
I would love to show you our homes for sale. Please follow the link … (2 comments)

find a realtor: 10 things you should know when buying a house part 1 of 2 - 07/20/07 06:28 PM

Get pre-approved for your mortgage. One of the very first things you should do when you are thinking about purchasing a home is to meet with a lender to get pre-approved. They will let you know what you can do to improve your credit score and debt to income ratios. There … (0 comments)

find a realtor: The Dos and Don'ts of Buying a House - 07/13/07 11:58 AM

The Dos and Don'ts of Home BuyingDo Shop Around - Don't just hold interest in one house, check out a handful. Find out about the neighborhood, traffic, schools, and local entertainment. Talk to the people that have lived in the neighborhood for some time and find out their opinions and biggest … (2 comments)

find a realtor: The Dos and Don'ts of Selling Your House - 07/13/07 11:50 AM

The Dos and Don'ts of Selling Your HouseDo Shop Around - Don't consider moving unless you have already researched the market and are financially able to purchase the type of home you want. Research the homes in your local neighborhood to see what they are being sold for and take into … (0 comments)

find a realtor: Homes for Sale in Cumming Georgia - Latest Statistics - 07/12/07 01:25 PM

Cumming Georgia - Homes for Sale and last months Home Buying activity Report
Are you moving to Cumming, Georgia? You will be glad you did!! What does this great City have to offer?
Click Here for current homes for sale under $200,000
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find a realtor: Choosing A Competent Real Estate Agent - 06/22/07 10:37 AM

There's a common saying in the real estate industry regarding the vast number of agents in the business: "If you don't have any friends who are agents, then you probably don't have any friends at all."
With so many agents out there, how can you make an intelligent decision? Do you … (6 comments)

find a realtor: Why do realtor's do what they do? - 05/09/07 07:34 PM

I guess I can not speak for all realtor's but I know for me, I simply love the business. I enjoy meeting new people. I know when I wake up in the morning it is going to be a new day, a new adventure, a new opportunity to help a client. … (5 comments)

find a realtor: 10 Questions to Ask Your Realtor about Buying a House - 02/24/07 05:32 PM

1. Are you a full-time professional Realtor®? How long have you worked full time in real estate? How long have you been representing buyers? What professional designations do you have? Knowing whether or not your agent practices full time can help you determine potential scheduling conflicts and his or her commitment … (0 comments)