real estate: Whose #1?
- 02/13/08 04:43 AM
It seems that every other week the national media is labeling Ohio the #1 state in the nation in foreclosures, then I hear from anoter source that the title belongs somewhere else. Why all the disturbance over who has it worse? Are we all that obsessed with being first that we don't care what we are first at? We clamour for information so that we can brag about being first or complain that we are suffering the most. What I want to know is what are we doing about it? Builders are shoving overpriced homes down the throats of consumers using introductory rates … (0 comments)
real estate: Family Home or Party Pad
- 02/12/08 06:12 AM
This fabulous ranch has sophistication written all over it. Grand ceiling in the greatroom allows for transom windows over already long windows flanking the gas log fireplace. Adjacent is the eat-in kitchen that comes fully applianced. Just out the door is the 10 X 20 patio with mature landscaping. Three bedrooms total include a large master with vaulted ceiling, master shower bath and walk-in closet; one with leaded glass french doors, making it an ideal office; and a large 2nd bedroom closest to the second full bathroom with tub. The lower level is set up as a party zone. A "foyer" … (0 comments)
real estate: Successful Open House
- 02/06/08 01:57 AM
There is alot involved in hosting a successful open house. A great deal of the work will be completed by your listing agent, or open house host. Most good agents will have highlight sheets, and payment option sheets, or bring a lender with them to pre-qualify the buyers. Agents will also promote the open house to Real estate groups, in the paper and possibly by flyers or post cards. The seller plays a big role in a successful open house too. Remember what made you buy the home or what you find appealing in homes that you look at? Try to showcase those … (0 comments)
real estate: Get Paid to Buy a House
- 01/21/08 07:49 AM
I know, it sounds too good to be true, but it happens. I personally have helped many families do just that. The secret is in knowing how to structure your offer and where to go for the money. In one case, my investor buyer was paid $1,100 at closing, then collected rent of $1,500 on the following friday. A single family home buyer received their returned rent deposit of $700 from their landlord, $725 at the closing for their home and didn't make a mortgage payment for nearly 45 days. Their new loan payment was less than they had been paying … (0 comments)
It seems that every other week the national media is labeling Ohio the #1 state in the nation in foreclosures, then I hear from anoter source that the title belongs somewhere else. Why all the disturbance over who has it worse? Are we all that obsessed with being first that we don't care what we are first at? We clamour for information so that we can brag about being first or complain that we are suffering the most. What I want to know is what are we doing about it?;)
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