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I have been in Real Estate Sales since 1991. I am Sales Manager for Century 21 McCoy Real Estate. Serving Northwestern Michigan, I have experience working with buyers and sellers in foreclosure properties, waterfront, residential, and vacant land properties. I hold an Associate Broker's license and have the GRI (Graduate Realtors Institute) and CNS (Certified Negotiation Specialits) designations.
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Connie Rountree answered:
It appears that in the NW MI area that waterfront and resort properties are holding their own. Because there is more inventory, buyers are being very selective. If the seller doesn't take their first offer, there are others for them to choose from and they will move on to the next property. But, just with everything else, when the price is right the property sells. - Sat Jul 19 2008, 09:36
Connie Rountree answered:
Hello, This loan has a higher credit score requirement. If the house needs lots of repairs and may not even qualify for a regular FHA loan then this loan is a good thing. Connie Rountree - Fri Jun 20 2008, 09:05
Connie Rountree answered:
Hi, Check around with local lenders for a FHA 203K program. It is a little involved and requires some involvement with a licensed contractor, but it is designed to help a buyer finance the refurbishment of a property. Connie - Sun Feb 3 2008, 10:03
Connie Rountree answered:
Hi, As a sales manager, I see everyday the the old adage "you have to list to last" is true. ESPECIALLY in this market. A prime example is an area agent that only listed foreclosure properties. His name as the listing agent rarely appeared and he did very little business. He now has a team of agents working for him and is the 2nd highest producer in the whole TAAR MLS. Listing IS the name of the game and "He who has the most listings, WINS." To finish answering your question, be sure to work for a brokerage that offers Great training with specific classes available. Most of the large national franchise brokerages offer the training that you will need. Also, find a top producer and "pick his brain" over lunch (that you buy). GOOD LUCK. - Sat Feb 2 2008, 19:47
Connie Rountree answered:
Wait a minute Scott. Are you really ready to take on all the consequences of a deed in lieu? Not a great thing for the credit score. Let's think outside the box for a minute. Do you need the rent to be the amount of the payment or could you rent it for a little less and subsize that to make the payment? If you can be 10% under market value for a listing price, that might help also. In today's market you need to be the prettiest or the cheapest. Make a noticable price reduction if you can. Don't do baby steps. If you do a drastic price reduction buyers will take notice and it may create some urgency that causes multiple offers. Good Luck. Connie Rountree - Tue Jan 29 2008, 11:53
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