real estate: Fannie Mae Increases DTI Limit From 45% to 50% - 07/18/17 11:01 AM
Fannie Mae, the largest financier of home mortgages, has announced that, starting July 29, it will accept loans from borrowers with a debt-to-income (DTI) ratio of up to 50% of their gross income, compared with the current 45% standard. The higher DTI limit allows borrowers to potentially buy a more expensive home or hold more credit card and auto debt along with their mortgage debt and still qualify for a loan purchased by Fannie Mae.
 
 
Although this new DTI limit is significant, Fannie Mae has purchased loans with DTIs above 45% on a case-by-case basis for the past several years.  And Freddie Mac, another GSE … (2 comments)

real estate: Another reason to invest in Casa Grande??? - 03/08/17 09:34 AM
       Tesla rival Lucid Motors plans                 Casa Grande plant  
PHOENIX — A California startup will build a $700 million plant in Casa Grande to manufacture luxury electric vehicles.
The plan by Lucid Motors, being announced this afternoon, will involve hiring 2,000 workers for what would be the state's only car manufacturing operation. The first hires will take place next year, with training for the jobs through the community and technical colleges in Pinal and Maricopa counties.
Plans are to have vehicles ready for sale by 2018.  (JOBS ALREADY POSTED ON … (0 comments)

real estate: Top 10 Golf Courses in Arizona - 10/13/16 06:34 AM
With the weather cooling off the golf courses are going to get busy. 
 
When you hear golf which Arizona city do you think of?  
Scottsdale?
 
There are fantastic golf courses in Arizona, challenging and with awesome views ALL over the state per the Arizona Republic statewide, see their Top 10 Golf Courses in Arizona with more details and locations.
 
                                                   Arizona gof courses are known for awesome views
Chosen by Explore Arizona Insider
John Davis 1
Quintero Golf Club 16752 W. Arizona 74
(0 comments)

real estate: What an election year means to real estate - 09/27/16 02:14 AM
 
         What an Election Year Means for House Prices Election 2016, courtesy of DonkeyHotey, CC BY 2.0.
This year will bring a whirlwind of new political excitement, but also uneasiness. Presidential election years have many effects on our society. One effect that has been historically popping up during election years is the real estate market’s response. However, since the headlines are saturated with the latest poll numbers and candidates’ remarks, house prices are simply not at the forefront of everyone’s minds during an election year. In this post, I will delve into the effects that these pivotal years have … (0 comments)

real estate: New to the market-BUT won't last long!! - 08/31/16 02:05 AM
JUST LISTED!!!! 
 This move-in ready home is waiting for you.
UNDER $200k for this 4 bedroom/2 bath home in Litchfield Manor. 
13768 W ACAPULCO LN, Surprise, AZ 85379
Priced to sell at $191,000
NEW CARPET. NEW INTERIOR PAINT. NEW BLINDS.
Split floor plan w/ a office nook by the master bedroom. Family Room, Living Room, Dining Room AND Eat-in Kitchen.
Pass through restroom for guests. Great home for entertaining. 
  
AMAZING LOCATION!!
Close to Parks, Sand Volleyball Court, Schools, Shopping
AND Surprise Baseball Stadiums.
 
Hurry and see this home today!! It will not last long.
 
Call the official listing agent Bruce King for more information @480-329-4478
(3 comments)

real estate: The Three P's of Real Estate - 08/29/16 09:17 AM
What do you mean?  
The Three P's of Real Estate?  
 
The ugly truth is that most agents only do 3 things to sell your house for their 3% commission. 
1) Put up a sign.
2) Put in on the MLS(multiple listing system).
3) Pray a buyer writes up an offer on it.  
 
Would you like a real estate agent that does more for your money???  
 
My team and I will walk you through the process from start to finish.  
There are NO dumb questions!
We will communicate with you by email, text or call-whichever works best for you.
Giving you updates throughout the process.  
 
We … (0 comments)

real estate: Is it the right time to sell? - 08/29/16 07:46 AM
Do you ever find your thoughts going back and forth about whether or not to sell your home?  What should I or we do?  I want to find a new home.  My husband wants to stay.  
 
As you think about this decision, there are many factors to consider, including the current state of the real estate market as well as your lifestyle and financial situation.
 
 
After years of the housing market recovering,  we are experiencing  
a shortage of inventory among homes for sale in today's real estate market.   
 
Here are 5 signs it's time to sell your home.
 
1.  You're running out of living … (1 comments)

real estate: Probate Issues are NEVER Easy!! - 02/29/16 06:34 AM
Handling Probate Issues Is NEVER Easy!Whether you are a newly appointed executor or personal representative or an attorney that has been retained by the estate or appointed by the court, it’s an absolute certainty that there will be difficult moments ahead.
First, there are usually the obvious emotional aspects of the situation. Often, the person chosen as the executor or personal representative to deal with the deceased person’s probate issues is also someone who is still grieving over the loss of that loved one or friend. Then, that same person is faced with the added challenge of having to make many decisions in areas … (0 comments)

real estate: Considering Gilbert, AZ? - 01/08/16 07:21 AM
Are you considering relocating to Gilbert, AZ? The Right Gilbert AZ realtor will be an invaluable resource in this process! 
 
Gilbert, Arizona, with its family-friendly roots and strong economic opportunities, continues to draw more and more people every year. If you are thinking of relocating to Gilbert, here are some things your Gilbert AZ realtor would want you to know about the community, and why it's an excellent place to call home.Gilbert Is a Safe, Welcoming CommunityGilbert AZ homes for sale sit in the community that has been ranked the second safest in the country. Abundant parks, regular community events and the … (0 comments)

 
Bruce King, Your Phoenix Market Real Estate Agent (Cornerstone Property Services)

Bruce King

Your Phoenix Market Real Estate Agent

Gilbert, AZ

More about me…

Cornerstone Property Services

Address: 201 W Guadalupe Rd, Suite 308, Gilbert, AZ, 85233

Office: (480) 329-4478

Mobile: (480) 329-4478



Links

Archives

RSS 2.0 Feed for this blog