With the Change of Season Comes A Change in FHA Mortgage Insurance Premiums - 09/28/10 04:45 PM
Changes to Federal Housing Authority (FHA) Mortgage Insurance Premiums are about to go in effect.
As a licensed Real Estate Agent here in Northern Nevada, I try not to give out to much mortgage information as it is not my area of expertise,  but I do try to stay informed to be able update my clients when changes in the lending industry are about to happen.
 With that being said, the following information briefly highlights a change in the FHA mortgage insurance premiums that are about to go in effect. For additional information and questions about this new policy, please contact your … (0 comments)

Weatherization Assistance Program Available To Reno Nevada Households - 09/28/10 12:10 AM
Reno and Sparks residents now have an opportunity to reduce monthly energy bills and save money!

 
If you  live in Reno, Nevada or Sparks, Nevada,  and  are on a fixed income or a tight monthly budget, you  should look into this program that could help you save money on your energy bills. Weatherizing your home could save money not only in winter months but in summer months as well.
***The program will replace windows and furnaces, they will fix leaks in faucets, change air filters, add insulation in the attic. All those little things that let cold air in the house during winter months will be … (3 comments)

Through Social Media We Create Relationships And Build Our Reputations! - 09/24/10 11:42 PM
Through social media we create relationships and build our reputations, online!

If you have created an online presence for yourself, before people even  go to your business website to search for homes or to find a real estate agent,  they've already learned more about you from Facebook, twitter, your blog, ActiveRain, and probably have already made of their minds whether or not they will contact you.
The more you put yourself out into the social media world, the more likely you are to attract clients who feel connected long before the first email is sent or the first phone call is made.
Once you have taken … (15 comments)

Before You Refinance, Call Your Favorite Realtor! - 09/24/10 09:09 PM
Reno homeowners who are looking to refinance their mortgage should call their favorite real estate agent, me, Terrie Leighton, to assist with the closing ~ out of pocket expenses can add up if you are not sure what certain costs should be.
Patricia Kenenda, Realtor in the Washinton DC area has her clients email her the HUD-1, an important document that tells you exactly what you will be paying at closing. Read all of her article below and call me for help when you are ready to refinance you current mortgage.
Via Patricia Kennedy (Evers & Company Realtors):
Yesterday I got a call from … (1 comments)

New Bank of America Pilot Program: Cooperative Short Sale, Have You Heard of It? - 09/21/10 07:24 PM
This program is new to me so I wanted to find out if anyone has either had a client participate in this "cooperative short sale program or if anyone has at least heard of it.

Earlier today I received a call from Bank of America saying they had "really great news" regarding one of the properties I have in set up in  their equator system. The customer service rep said they have a new exciting program that my client, the seller, qualifies for.
This new pilot program is being called a "Co-operative Short sale."  If my seller agrees to the … (8 comments)

Sparks Nevada Condo For Rent Springland Village 89434 ~ No longer available - 09/20/10 04:48 PM
Sparks Condo ~ No Longer Available
Terrific opportunity to rent in Sparks, Nevada. Located in Springland Village, 2 bedroom, 2 full bath, 2 covered parking spaces. Lots of amenities. See flyer below to get all the details.
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Wordless Wednesday ~ Beautiful Lake Tahoe Nevada - 09/08/10 12:02 AM
North Lake Tahoe ~ Summer 2010


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A checklist of things a Seller can do before the home inspector arrives - 09/07/10 05:58 PM
This is a very comprehensive list of things sellers can do to get ready before the home inspector arrives. Russel Ray, San Diego's finest home inspectors,generously shares this list with you. He says it can help save money and make the close of escrow process move along with ease.
Via Russel Ray, San Diego home inspector (Russel Ray, Property Consultant):

A checklist of things a Seller can dobefore the home inspector arrives
Doing as much as possible before the Buyer's property inspection helps ensure that escrow goes more smoothly. Following is my "checklist" of items often found during the course of … (2 comments)

Dogs Riding In Cars ~ Friday Photos - 09/04/10 01:07 AM
 
Wonda!

Wonda is our family Boxer. She loves to go for rides in the car, as most dogs do. It has been a while since I posted any dog photo so I thought it was time. How cute is she? While I am talking about my pup, I thought I would give a shout out to the Nevada Humane Society, a great place to adopt your next pet!
~Find a dog to love at the Nevada Humane Society ~
If you are interested in adopting a dog or cat or maybe you want to adopt a bunny, the Nevada Humane Society … (25 comments)

Best in The West Rib Cook-Off ~Labor Day Fun In Sparks Nevada - 09/03/10 07:39 PM
It's Friday, do you know what you are going to do for fun this Labor Day Weekend?

The Best In The West Nugget Rib Cook - Off is here for its 22nd year ~ Come join the fun tonight through Monday, September 6, 2010! This is a free event that locals and visitors look forward to each year. Local businesses say revenues from this event will help them survive through the slower, winter months.
An estimated 50,000 people will be sampling, judging and eating up some delicious Ribs over the next few days!
As Reno and Sparks, Nevada residents, we look forward … (2 comments)

Reno Nevada Market Report For August 2010 - 09/03/10 04:20 PM
Reno Nevada Market Statistics for August 2010
Prepared By Terrie Leighton. Realtor, Ferrari-Lund Real Estate in Northern Nevada

Here are a few real estate statistics for Reno, Nevada for August 2010
Sold = 250
Average List Price = $243,499
Average Sold Price = $229,096
Days on the Market = 122
Let's compare these numbers to the homes sold last year the same time:
The following numbers are for single family homes sold in August 2009:
Sold = 300
Average List Price = $243,499
Average Sold Price = $233,113
Days on the Market = 133

The average sale of a single family home sold … (2 comments)

Sparks Nevada Market Report August 2010 - 09/02/10 07:17 PM
Sparks Nevada Market Statistics for August 2010
Prepared by Terrie Leighton, Realtor, Ferrari-Lund Real Estate in Northern Nevada

Here are a few market statistics for Sparks, Nevada, during August 2009/2010:
 Single family homes sold in August 2010:
Sold= 149
Median List Price = $163,500
Median Sold Price = $159,000
Days on the Market = 111 days
Let's compare these numbers to last year the same time:
The following numbers are for single family homes sold in August 2009:
Sold = 141
Median List Price = $173,000
Median Sold Price = $170,000
Day on the market = 81
Home prices in … (1 comments)

 
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