Brian Russell

Joann,

Firstly, I would like to thank you for using this forum as an avenue to find answers for your situation. I think this is an extremely beneficial website for buyers, sellers, and professionals alike!

The foreclosure papers, that have been served to you, are of a legal nature. They are the instrument that begins a legal proceeding against your property. In my opinion, it is never a bad idea to seek legal counsel that represents you, and can give you proper guidance.

If you would like a referral, or if I may help you get started in the right direction with solid options, please do not hesitate to contact me at http://www.tampahomewiz.com.

Brian Russell
"Uncompromising Excellence in Service"
Keller Williams South Tampa
(813) 875-3700 ext 288 - Tue Sep 2 2008, 07:43

Biljana,

Thank you so much for your question! As a real estate professional, I think it is wonderful that homeowners have so many avenues to make it easier to find the answers to unique obstacles they experience when selling a home. I can't stress the previous advice enough.

Pricing and presentation are going to be crucial for you. To illustrate my point, let me present this scenario for thought. When you shop at a department store, aren't you usually really drawn to the window displays, where the merchandise is neatly displayed? It would be safe to say you are probably more aesthetically drawn to the window display before you are drawn to the clearance rack in the back, right?

The same rule applies when selling your home as well. You want to make sure that your home is the "neatest outfit on the rack", and has something aesthetically to offer your buyer that all the other homes in your neighborhood do not.

Similarly, for the same reason you might be drawn to that clearance rack in the department store (the great price!), buyers are going to notice you if you are priced better than other homes you are competing with in your area.

For more information on staging and pricing your home for results, don't hesitate to visit me at http://Www.TampaHomeWiz.com. I am always available to guide you in your home sale.

Brian Russell
"Uncompromising Excellence in Service"
Keller Williams South Tampa
(813) 875-3700 ext 288 http://Www.TampaHomeWiz.com - Thu Aug 28 2008, 06:46

Brian,

Thank you so much for giving us the opportunity to help you with information in Tampa Bay! I look forward to helping you with a fresh approach to finding the answers to the many questions I am certain will arise in your search.

Be sure to visit me at http://Www.TampaHomeWiz.com! I have alot of area information, property searches, featured properties, buyer information, rental information, and local attractions to get you started. After you have had a chance to acclimate yourself with the area through the website, let's touch base!

I look forward to helping you!

Brian Russell
"Uncompromising Excellence in Service"
Keller Williams South Tampa
(813) 875-3700 ext 288 http://Www.TampaHomeWiz.com - Tue Aug 26 2008, 20:02

Andrew,

I represent buyers every day that are actively pursuing bank owned, or REO, properties. In these situations, you are typically dealing with 2 factors in play:

1. Typically, as of late, the REO property is prices excellently to speed the sale and liquidate the property. In many instances , the properties are out pricing their competitors in the respective neighborhoods

2. Because the price is right, you may be competing against multiple offers

All the advice you are hearing is exactly right, and the bank has the option of weighing all offers, and selecting the offer that is most attractive to them. Having said this, I think it is very important, before submitting your offer, to weight how important it is to you that your offer is accepted. I guess what I mean is, if you submit an offer that, if it doesn't work to your advantage, you are okay with moving to the next great opportunity and trying again, then you should offer accordingly.

But, if you find a home that you do not want to miss the opportunity to own, and you know it is priced well, then be very sure to start the process very strong, and maybe even consider offering your best and highest. You have already done your due diligence at this point, and you know that you are already getting a phenomenol deal. So, knowing this, how much of a deal is pure perception.

If it ultimately means having the offer on your dream home accepted, it is worth it to take steps to make certain your offer is seriously considered....and will also help you gain piece of mind and eliminate some of the frustration.

If I may offer you any guidance, please do not hesitate to contact me!

Brian Russell
"Uncompromising Excellence in Service"
Keller Williams South Tampa http://Www.TampaHomeWiz.com
(813) 875-3700 ext 288 - Thu Aug 14 2008, 19:44

Virginia,

To expand on this great advice, you may also want to check out the address at cyberhomes.com. It will give you basic statistics you are looking for in this area, and is a great resource. Please let me know if I may be of any further assistance!

Brian Russell
"Uncompromising Excellence in Real Estate Service"
Keller Williams South Tampa http://Www.TampaHomeWiz.com
(813) 875-3700 ext 288 - Thu Aug 14 2008, 19:32