foreclosure: Why I Achieved the SFR – Short Sales and Foreclosure Resource Certification - 06/24/10 04:49 AM
Short sales and foreclosure - two phrases that were minutely heard of a short five years ago.  Now, however, these are common descriptions for a great amount of property listings.  It's unfortunate but it is a sign of the economic crisis our country is stumbling through.
Sellers going through short sales and buyers contemplating the purchase of a foreclosed home require resources, information and care more so than a traditional buyer or seller. While the education needed to be a great real estate agent in the traditional sense is exceptional, providing assistance for distressed properties requires additional education and skills that … (0 comments)

foreclosure: Beavercreek Ohio Real Estate. Time to buy! - 12/05/08 12:47 AM
Don’t get left out in the cold.  With the announcement of the governmental backed liquidity in our market buyers are well positioned to help stimulate the economy to their own benefit.  With rates hovering around the 6% mark and anticipation of further reductions buyers can fully take advantage of the housing correction.  In addition, buyers have additional avenues in distressed and bank REO properties.  Take HomeSteps for example; this unit of Freddie Mac provides opportunities to purchase foreclosed homes.  Many times HomeSteps will have bonus incentive programs such as paying of a portion of the closing cost. 
Also, don’t forget … (0 comments)