Most home sellers in Northern California, understand this isn't a joyous time to be marketing property. Foreclosure numbers continue to rise, and are causing distress for sellers not in the same financial crisis as some homeowners, who are either trying to weather dramatically increased mortgage
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04/30/2008
Real Estate Adviser by Steve McLinden · Bankrate.com [Question]: Dear Real Estate Adviser, How do you deal with the presence of a registered sex offender living next door when you put your home on the market? -- C.B. [Answer]: Dear C.B., That's a good question and one that's been the subject of
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04/29/2008
One of the decisions that you will be asked to make as you are completing the purchase of a property, is how you are going to hold title to the property (the vesting). The vesting will appear on the Deed of Trust and the Grant Deed, which are recorded documents. Usually, your escrow officer or le
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04/27/2008
RISMEDIA, April 22, 2008-GMAC Real Estate announced the creation of Market Advantage, a private-label marketing tool and print fulfillment service built in conjunction with Denver based SharperAgent and the world's premier print and related services provider, RR Donnelley. According to the compan
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04/27/2008
Home ownership not only provides a great shelter for you at tax time. If you are in a higher income bracket that shelter can become even more valuable to you. It can also make good financial sense. So, you may be asking, "How much of a mortgage payment can I afford?" Rent:_____________________M
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04/26/2008
A few days ago, I posted the latest sales statistics for Sacramento County, as well as surrounding areas -compiled by zipcode.Here are the Latest Sales Statistics for 4 Counties (Sacramento, El Dorado, Placer, Yuba). Related Links: http://www.webstarmagic.com/gmac/stats_4_counties.htmFor those, w
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04/25/2008
1. Find a real estate professional who's simpatico. Home buying is not only a big financial commitment, but also an emotional one. It's critical that the practitioner you choose is both skilled and a good fit with your personality.2. Remember, there's no "right" time to buy, any more than there's
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04/24/2008
Often home buyers who are obtaining a mortgage for a newly purchased home, will ask their GreatWest GMAC Real Estate Professional, "What are points?" The answer - Each point or discount point, as real estate professionals and mortgage lenders often refer to them, are equal to 1% of the loan amoun
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04/23/2008
1. Siding: Look for dents or buckling2. Foundations: Look for cracks or water seepage3. Exterior Brick: Look for cracked bricks or mortar pulling away from bricks4. Insulation: Look for condition, adequate rating for climate5. Doors and Windows: Look for loose or tight fits, condition of locks, c
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04/22/2008
Here are the latest sales statistics by zipcode, for Sacramento and surrounding areas. Areas covered include all of Sacramento County, Woodland, Yolo, Placer, El Dorado, Roseville, El Dorado Hills, Cameron Park, Wilton, Folsom, Rancho Cordova, Fair Oaks, Orangevale, Citrus Heights, Galt. These
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04/21/2008
