therese vandermeer realtor: It's an Offer!....But is Just Any Offer Good Enough For a Short Sale??
- 06/23/10 04:50 PM
Am I wrong in thinking that just getting any offer is no longer good enough for our Short Sales?? I currently have a couple of Short Sales we received offers on but nothing that held the Buyer accountable nor showed that they were serious Buyers. It was really more like, let's just cast a net out there and see if we can get lucky! You know the offers....offers that come in without an EMD, no Bank Pre-Approval letter, requesting a quick closing, 45 days (seriously??) no inspections until Lender Approval, Seller to contribute 6% of Purchase Price towards closing costs etc.. … (9 comments)
therese vandermeer realtor: Am I a Stealth Blogger?
- 06/06/10 10:55 AM
Am I a "Stealth Blogger"? Hmmmmm....maybe, and it's just kind of evolved that way. I have been on Activerain since 2007 and am just now starting to find my voice here becoming comfortable posting and even commenting. This to me is quite an achievement for I am always careful (o.k...maybe even a little too careful) of what message(s) I am putting forward for they will ALWAYS BE OUT THERE. For me it is easier to write a blog than to make comments. When I am writing, the words just come but when I am making comments I have to put … (8 comments)
therese vandermeer realtor: Our Hearts will Always Miss Her.....
- 06/05/10 03:44 AM
A very good friend and truly remarkable woman passed away April 5th 2010 and although over the recent years our lives crossed paths much less often than I would have liked, she has always been in my thoughts and prayers.It was over 5 years ago that Chris learned of her Lung Cancer, the prognosis wasn't good as she had an aggressive form and the cancer had already progressed. She wasn't expected to live more than a year or two but I believe that because of the positive personality she had and the optimistic person she was, she knew she had much … (6 comments)
therese vandermeer realtor: Mr. and Mrs. Seller, I wish you could price your home for what you need to get out of it but...
- 06/01/10 09:13 AM
This past weekend I was at a soccer tournament and was having a nice time chatting with a number of other parent's there. One of them suddenly mentioned she had given my name and phone number to a friend of hers who needed to sell her home. She had the home listed previously for $170,000.00 and couldn't understand why she had received no offers or even one showing during the time it had been listed.Her friend had spoken to another Realtor just this past week and he had told her that she would not be able to sell her home in … (72 comments)
therese vandermeer realtor: Buyer's if You're Interested in Short Sales the Time is Here for You to Bring Something to the Table...If You're to be Considered a Serious Buyer.
- 05/22/10 05:12 AM
The last few years have definitely been a learning experience in the Short Sale Process for everyone...and we have all been working furtively to be able to learn and understand the ever evolving and changing dynamics of the short sales. Each Lender has its own internal process and the dynamics of each transaction can change at a moments notice and at the whim of the Lender. Everyone was learning on the run and one transaction at a time. Sellers found themselves at the mercy of not only their Lenders but of their Buyers as well...gosh, they we're considered lucky just to … (0 comments)
therese vandermeer realtor: A Retired World War II Navy Vet...A Reprimand...Are you a Cut Above?
- 05/13/10 10:27 AM
Recently I had a number of condo showings scheduled with a client of mine and the one for which she was the most excited to see happened to be owned by a Retired World War II Navy Vet. We knew this instantly as we began our preview due to the incredible memorabilia, medals and pictures he had carefully displayed in the office area of this meticulously kept home. As we were finishing up, the Seller arrived home early. He was quite the gentleman as he came in apologizing for coming back early, saying he had run out of things to do. … (7 comments)
therese vandermeer realtor: Seniors...Is now the time for you to go Condo? Don't Wait Until too Late in Life to Make This Important Decision.
- 05/11/10 07:22 AM
This is often a difficult decision for most however not for my Mom & Dad many, many years ago! When my parents were in their early 60's they suddenly decided (much to my surprise) that living in a Tri Level home was too much work for them. They no longer wanted to mow the lawn, shovel the drive way, pull weeds, paint the house, go up and down stairs and keep up with all the maintenance home ownership involved. I couldn't believe my ears! How could they do it?? How could they sell OUR HOME?!!...just think of all the … (8 comments)
therese vandermeer realtor: 23824 Lake Dr. Sears, MI 49679 Lake View Home
- 05/06/10 04:38 AM
Lake View Home Absolutely Perfect for Family Cottage or All Year Round!You're NOT Dreaming...as you enter this beautiful Lake View Home! If you are looking for the perfect home to call your own where you can enjoy time away from your normal every day hustle, bustle and grind, a place where you can welcome in family and friends just to relax and enjoy some good times...then you have just found it! This is not just a cottage it is a picture perfect home! Nestled at the end of a tranquil cul-de-sac street with a lovely view of Merrill Lake and … (1 comments)
therese vandermeer realtor: Luxury Living in Summerset's Community of Premier Homes in Grandville/Georgetown Charter Township MI.
- 04/15/10 07:40 AM
If you are looking for a home that will provide you all the amenities that true luxury living entails then the Summerset Community in Georgetown Township may offer just what you are looking for. Nestled among gently rolling hills and offering generous sized yards, you will find the homes here are wonderfully diversified in style and also in what they will have to offer you. With homes built beginning in the mid 1980's...until present (Summerset West is currently in development) you will find the price ranges beginning in and around $300,000.00...on up...and up!
This simply wonderful community of Premier … (1 comments)
What are the names of all the Jenison MI Area Condo's and where can I find them????........
We all know that there are way more condo's available out there than many of us are even aware of. The trick is being able to learn what the different Condo Association Names are and where you can find them. It is not always as easy as going to the phone book or even the internet for often many associations will not have a main office for you to call or a even website.
In order to make your Jenison … (0 comments)
therese vandermeer realtor: Jenison MI Area Condo's....Here's your List of our Condo Associations!
- 03/27/10 10:39 AM
1. Allen Springs 6. Georgetown West 11. New Amsterdam Village 16. Stoney Creek 2. Boulder Bluff 7. Glen Eagle 12. Park Side 17. Wallinwood3. Cedar Grove 8. Glen Eagle Moors 13. Pine Brook 18. Water Front4. Cottonwood Forest 9. Grand Village 14. Pine Grove5. Fairway Estates 10. Green Meadows 15. Ridgeview
Condo's in this area are seeing a new resurgence in popularity! What Condo Association will … (0 comments)
therese vandermeer realtor: Condo, Condo, Condo's In the Jenison, Grandville and Hudsonville MI Areas!
- 03/09/10 06:03 AM
This has definitely been a banner year for me when it comes to the sale of condo's in the Jenison, Grandville and Hudsonville MI areas. What I have been noticing is it is becoming more and more widespread for our young First Time Home Buyers to consider purchasing a condo, not only as a good investment (rent vs own) but also because it provides all the benefits of home ownership without all the work and outside maintenance typically involved.This is quite a switch from the past when condo's were by and large considered just a good move for seniors in … (1 comments)
therese vandermeer realtor: It Takes A Village - During These Difficult Times Many Good Things Do Happen!
- 03/07/10 12:25 AM
I don't know about most of you but it becomes more and more difficult for me to listen to the evening news or even read the newspaper. I have tired of hearing primarily bad news and sometimes will find myself just tuning out, which believe me I know, is not a good thing. Recently, I received a referral from a good friend of mine to help friends of his with the listing of their home. This family had already attempted to work with the bank on a loan modification (which to their regret didn't work out) and also made several … (14 comments)
therese vandermeer realtor: Signature Design Salon and Day Spa is More Than A "Cut Above" the Rest and one of Grand Rapids, MI Top Notch Salons.
- 03/06/10 06:02 AM
Every now and then I feel the need to decompress...to treat myself to just a bit of extravagance. I have found the perfect place for this at Signature Design Salon and Day Spa. I find I am always able to find a way and justify things like this....I'm not really "too high maintenance" (my husband may disagree a bit on this) and then too, the proverbial "I'm worth it" will always work with me!Recently, I decided to get my very first facial ever. I truly had absolutely no idea of what to expect, thinking I would be sitting in a … (1 comments)
therese vandermeer realtor: My Buyer is Already Pre-Approved...Is This a Good Thing?
- 12/01/09 05:12 AM
What do you think...is this a good thing?? I have to say that I am not yet entirely convinced it is because now I find myself working with a lender whom I've have no previous working relationship with. Buyers are now coming to us already pre-approved. They are so excited to have already jumped this major hurdle and have found comfort in knowing that not only can they purchase a home they have a clear understanding of what they can afford. We meet, talk, go over their questions...learn more about what their wants and needs are...oh, and by they way....they … (2 comments)
It’s Halloween time and if you and your children participate in the tradition of trick or treating now is the time to consider what you can do to help keep them safe before they heard out the door!
Here are a few suggestions.....
1. Watch the weather and be sure children are dressed appropriately.
2. Be sure costumes fit well and most importantly are not too long to avoid tripping.
3. I like to suggest face painting as a good alternative to face masks. It can be as easy or elaborate as your would … (4 comments)
I vividly remember the very first time I saw a 50% off rack in a clothing store...I honestly thought I might just keel right over! I couldn’t believe my good fortune and the great deals I was about to get, I actually got a little rush with the thought...couldn’t wait for my husband to get home and show him all my good deals. I was truly so excited I could hardly stand it!! At that time this was something unheard of...50% off...a true stunner but what a great motivator to make me to buy. Of course I bought more … (2 comments)
therese vandermeer realtor: First Time Home Buyers...Are You Sure a HUD or Foreclosed Home is What You Really Want??
- 09/12/09 11:21 AM
I have many people coming up and asking me about how things are going for me in real estate these days. Most of them are concerned, for they find it hard to believe anyone can survive in this volatile market. Many of them are just interested in learning any information they can about real estate or how our market is doing, which of course I am always happy to talk about. But most ask me the same question...so...”Are you selling a lot of HUD and Foreclosure homes to your Buyers?? ”My response to this question is surprising even to me, … (114 comments)
Jenison MI and the Greater Grand Rapids areas, real estate related information including houses for sale, rent and Buyer/seller tips from Therese VanderMeer FlexIt Realty.
Am I wrong in thinking that just getting any offer is no longer good enough for our Short Sales?? I currently have a couple of Short Sales we received offers on but nothing that held the Buyer accountable nor showed that they were serious Buyers. It was really more like, let's just cast a net out there and see if we can get lucky! You know the offers....offers that come in without an EMD, no Bank Pre-Approval letter, requesting a quick closing, 45 days (seriously??) no inspections until Lender Approval, Seller to contribute 6% of Purchase Price towards closing costs etc.. … (9 comments)
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