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Ready to Buy Your First Home in Maple Valley?

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Managing Real Estate Broker with NextHome Experience 17050

Home Sweet HomeFebruary has historically been a month when home buyers can make a great deal. Much of the existing inventory has languished on the market over the holidays and owners who were hopeful January would bring them an interested buyer, have been disappointed. By February, many of these discourged owners are looking for an offer....any offer!

"WHY DON'T THEY JUST MAKE ME AN OFFER?!" (I've heard this a time or two from sellers)

Of course this doesn't mean they will take any offer,but getting the dialog going and working with an experienced professional negotiating on your behalf can often mean the difference between a good deal, a great deal or NO DEAL! 

Currently in the greater Maple Valley market area there are 60 single family homes under $250,000. The FHA 3.5% downpayment on a sales price of $250,000 would be $8750....and under the Stimulus plan, the 1st Time Home Buyer tax credit should put most of that (up to $8000) back in your pocket! A large part of the Maple Valley Market also falls within the USDA rural housing area which means zero down financing may be available. There are income limits on these programs, but there are homes which would fit within the criteria. 

I've found that many "would-be" owners don't take the step towards home ownership because they are afraid they won't qualify....and let's face it, no one likes to hear "no". But if your dream is to have your own home, it costs you nothing to find out whether you can buy now or if you need a game plan to help you realize your dreams down the road.

Wondering where to start? We would love to help you with your home shopping experience.

 

Feel free to contact us-for a no pressure ,no "hard-sell" experience. EVER

No one on my team bites... I promise!

 

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  Colleen Fischesser is the Broker/Owner of RE/MAX Select in Maple Valley, WA. She has been successfully selling and marketing properties all over South King & North Pierce counties since 1990 but specializes in the Maple Valley Washington area. She may be contacted directly at: 425-432-5400

 

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This is a personal blog based on my opinion and experience in the real estate industry. All content is provided for informational purposes and should not be construed as legal, financial or tax advice. Laws, industry practice standards and procedures vary by state. Readers are advised to contact appropriate third parties for professional advice when needed. Any questions please let me know!

 

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Sheldon Neal
Bergen County, NJ - RE/MAX Real Estate Limited - Maywood, NJ
That British Agent Bergen County NJ

Hi Colleen :o)

Nice breakdown for first time buyers.

... and where did you order that 'Special Delivery' in your mailbox from ?!?!?!

Cheers !

Sheldon

Feb 19, 2009 02:12 AM
Scott Cowan
RE/MAX Professionals - Olympia, WA

Cute puppy!

Good points. The USDA program can be very helpful for buyers. I am working with 2 sets of buyers now in rural King County to help them into properties..... I hope we are ones that "are making the offer" soon!

Best,

Scott

Feb 19, 2009 02:41 AM
Krista Fuchs
Prudential Fox & Roach - Exton, PA
Chester County Realtor - (484) 459-8025 - Home Buying and Selling

Oh, I love the picture of the puppy!

Feb 19, 2009 08:14 AM
Norma Toering Broker for Palos Verdes and Beach Cities
Charlemagne International Properties - Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
Palos Verdes Luxury Homes in L.A.

Colleen -  Let's hope the stimulus package will make the phones ring.  I've noticed a few buyers venturing out for the first time since the fall financial fiasco---maybe more will come out of hibernation!

Feb 19, 2009 08:25 AM
Julianna Hind
eXp Realty - Tacoma, WA
REALTOR, 206-679-4768, Tacoma Federal Way, Auburn, Kent, WA

We do have some great opportunities in Maple Valley for First Time Buyers! Absoultely!

Feb 19, 2009 02:02 PM
Teresa K. Nelson | REALTOR
Compass - Woodinville, WA
Your Trusted Real Estate Advisor

Maple Valley is a great place to live. It appears it's also very affordable.  I see that now the Mail Carrier's are delivering dogs though...hm...

Feb 20, 2009 04:43 AM
Colleen Fischesser Northwest Property Shop
NextHome Experience - Chelan, WA
A Tradition of Trust in the Pacific NW since 1990!

LOL Teresa.....that or this lil guy needs a bigger place to live ;-)

Feb 20, 2009 11:38 AM