With the economy in the state it's in and home prices plunging throughout the United States, many more people have found that the equity in their home no longer exists. Without that equity, some lenders will not allow you to refinance. Job losses continue to be in the news and with that, people are finding it hard to stay up to date on their mortgage. The loan modification program didn't turn out how it was designed to work and now people are running out of options. There are rumors of another big wave of foreclosures will hit our (6 comments)
keller williams san antonio texas: Tax credit is coming to an end....
- 03/21/10 03:49 PM
We've been blessed to have a tax credit for first time home buyers and then for move up buyers, but it's coming to an end. there are less than 45 days to take advantage of a great deal, along with historical low interest rates to become a home owner. Don't wait and wonder in a year from now thinking, where were you when interest rates were an all time low and the government offered a great incentive...... Contact your local Realtor today! (8 comments)
keller williams san antonio texas: Buying a new home? Make sure you have your ducks in line
- 12/30/09 04:30 PM
Buying a new home can be fun, and most stressful thing you will ever do in a lifetime. All the more reason to be prepared, especially in this day and age. To continue and make sure things go as smoothly as possible you have to make sure you have all your "ducks" in order. I've comprised a short and easy "first step" program to get you started: 1. Be ready to become a homeowner. Nothing beats being a homeowner and separating yourself from paying someone else's rent to paying on your asset. 2. Find out how much you are comfortable paying on (4 comments)
keller williams san antonio texas: Home buying tips and tidbits, from your San Antonio Realtor!
- 08/24/09 11:26 AM
Hello future home buyer, it's been a while since I've been on Activerain. I've been making future home buyers of your peers. Here's something I give to them during our initial meeting and thought I would share it. Things you should do and be aware of when you're buying a home:
•- Your agent! nothing is more valuable when your shopping for your home than a great agent who is working on YOUR behalf •- A Notebook! You should really jot down key detailed notes of each property you visit. This is crucial, if you visit more than 4 properties in one (5 comments)