first time homebuyer: When is a Bank Owned Home Not a Bargain? - 11/30/09 01:47 PM
There is one common denominator between all real estate buyers today - whether they are shopping for investment property or first-time homebuyers...they all want a deal and the perception is that the bank owned, or REO, properties are going to be the smoking deals of the day.  But not always...The truth is many of these homes can turn into big money pits.  Remember, when you are buying a bank-owned home in the Hemet - San Jacinto Valley, CA was probably a first time home for the previous owner...the same owner that for whatever reason was not able to hang onto their … (7 comments)

first time homebuyer: SAN JACINTO Announces 6% Grant for FIRST TIME HOMEBUYERS - 11/15/09 01:34 AM
SAN JACINTO Announces 6% Grant for FIRST TIME HOMEBUYERS
This is EXCITING NEWS:  San Jacinto, CA.  The Redevelopment Agency of the City of San Jacinto just released the final details of the Down Payment Assistance Program which offers a 6% Grant for first time homebuyers.
That's right - 6% which can be used for a combination of down payment assistance and closing costs.  The best news is it works in conjunction with the benefits available through the recently enacted bill known as "The Worker, Homeownership, and Business Assistance Act of 2009" and is commonly referred to as the $8,000 First Time Buyer Tax … (4 comments)

first time homebuyer: Is it Time to Sell…or Renovate? - 10/21/09 01:22 PM
Is it Time to Sell...or Renovate?Many Hemet and San Jacinto, CA homeowners have been hit hard with the loss of equity, due to the collapse of our housing market and the decline in our general economic conditions.The down-side is many people thought they were buying a home as a stepping stone...thinking that their real estate investment in the Hemet - San Jacinto CA market would be a place to establish roots with a starter home and then they would be able to sell in a couple of years to another first time homebuyer - taking out the equity they planned on … (5 comments)

first time homebuyer: 45 Day Escrow...All the Time in the World, Right? WRONG! - 10/15/09 04:15 AM
45 Day Escrow...All the Time in the World, Right?  WRONG!The real estate market in the Hemet - San Jacinto Valley, CA is dominated with investors and first-time homebuyers.  The investors have all been through escrows and know what is expected of them to close and close on time, without incurring hefty per diem charges for delays.  First-time homebuyers more often resemble a deer in headlights, believing that 45 days is plenty of time for everyone to do their job.The first time homebuyer who now has successfully negotiated a purchase contract, with the help of their REALTOR® or other real estate agent … (3 comments)

first time homebuyer: First Time Home Buyer Process and the Buyer Broker Agreement - 09/27/09 03:36 AM
The Quest Begins - A First Time Homebuyers Entry into the Hemet - San Jacinto Real Estate MarketI suppose it happens everyday.  A nice family, or even an individual decides that now is the time for them to get involved in the real estate market and buy their first home and quit paying rent forever.  It happens in every market, everyday.Today it happened right here in San Jacinto CA when a I received a phone call from Megan who told me she and her husband, Ryan, had been reading my ActiveRain blog, along with several others, and decided they liked my … (3 comments)

first time homebuyer: What is the Fate of the First Time Home Buyer Federal Tax Credit? - 08/27/09 03:30 AM
Currently, one of the most driving forces in the Hemet - San Jacinto Valley Real Estate Market has been first time homebuyers scrambling to take advantage of the $8,000 tax credit  (10% of Purchase Price - Max $8,000) that was created as a stimulus to the economy.
In my opinion, the program is very definitely a success.  Yes the IRS may be out a few dollars; but look at the trickle down economics that is stimulating local economies.  Not only are houses selling quicker than any time during the current housing crises, but new homeowners are spending thousands of dollars fixing … (3 comments)

 
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