Home Buying—blogs page 33

Big Temescal Price Reduction!
The Sellers at 391 51st Street have taken a terrific pricereduction on their home to $650,000!Take advantage of the buyer's market to upgrade to a walking neighborhood,near everything you love to do AND…
Teeny, Tiny, Berkeley Cottage
This was once the Home of Bernard Maybeck's PackardHe designed and had it built when La Loma was still a country lane and he could drive up into the front door, which are now connecting French doors.It…
Historic Berkeley, CA Cottages
Up you go! Up the garden path, to theweather beaten wood paneled cottage.Original Craftsman hand painted beams, are the central feature in this three room home.Almost out of time, you can imagine Virginia…
Foreign Investment in The US Real Estate Market.
Chinese Bargain Hunting in U.S. Chinese people are signing up to come to the U.S. with the single aim to buy homes on the cheap. Tours are being organized by Soufun.com, one of China's largest real estate…
2589 Reno Hollow Rd, Reeds Spring, MO 65737 for sale $1650000
"House is gone and ready for a new home." Garage: Double, Detached "Workshop as well on side" 417 acres, Taxes: $372.00 (2007) MLS®: 326923.  Rolling ranchland with well, septic, springs, creek,…
Homebuyer's Big Mistake: It's Not JUST an Investment
I've been loving the debate over on Allyson Alessandrini's blog -- lots of back and forth about whether now's the time to buy. However, I'm disturbed that so many people seem to still look at real estate…
Open House in Saline - 1469 Middlewood
You’re invited to visit an open house at 1469 Middlewood, Saline (in the Maplewood Farms subdivision), on this coming Sunday, February 15, from 1-3pm. When you are considering buying a home in Saline,…
9 Steps To Buying A Home
The home buying process can seem complicated, but if you take things step-by-step, you will soon be holding the keys to your own home! Nine steps to buying a home Figure out how much you can afford Know…
Is Home Ownership for Everyone?
I love to help people find a home. It is one of the most fascinating processes that we go through. To see someone find "the place" after sifting through many others is always exciting, but is home ownership for…
Ask Tom about Client Representation
Whether you are an agent or a buyer or seller I am happy to address your questions about agency and the fiduciary relationship formed between agents and the buying and selling public.
This is a new listing in the Ivanhoe School District of Silver Lake!
This Tudor home, at 2171 W Silver Lake Drive, is stylish and fit for a family. 3 bedrooms, 2 updated baths, original wood floors, arched ceilings, kitchen w/breakfast nook, and a decorative fireplace complete…
Short Sale Discussion
As an expert on short sales in Washington, I have helped counsel many buyers and sellers through the process and have had many common asked questions about how it works.  If you have further questions,…
Paradise Valley Top 10 Buys March 2009 Including Arcadia, Northeast Phoenix and Scottsdale
March 2009 The Arizona luxury market, now almost two years into the downturn is truly primed for opportunity.   The stock market declines along with the threat of inflation make a strong case for luxury…
HARBOR COUNTRY OPEN HOUSE COMING SOON!!!!!!
Harbor Country® in Southwest Michigan hasevolved into the Midwest's very own .Hamptons destination, for residents ofChicago, Detroit, Indianapolis, South Bend, Grand Rapids and Toledo.  Theregion's popularity…
State of California Approves Tax Credit For New Home Purchase, Up To $10,000
Here in Riverside County, for the last two decades, everywhere you looked, New Homes were being built.  You couldn't drive down the freeway without seeing a truckload of lumber, roof trusses or other…
New Tax Credit Available For First Time Home Buyers
Changes in the Housing MarketNew tax credit available for first-time home buyers As part of the new economic stimulus plan passed on February 13, 2009, Congress has created a new federal tax credit to…
Dallas for sale by owner, Dallas lease purchase option to buy, Dallas lease to own, Dallas Texas
Dallas homes for sale, Dallas for sale by owner, Dallas lease purchase option to buy, Dallas lease option purchase, Dallas home for rent Dallas executive home for lease or sale $2,475 per month$239,999…
Investors List
Investor List Available for many "hot" buys. in Snohomish County mainly.   Heavy in the Pre-forclosure/shortsale market. FSBOLease Option possibilitiesOwner Financing possibilitiesRehabsRentals
How Can We Turn This Economy Around? By Dan Polimino.
What’s the formula for jump-starting the nation’s economy? That’s the question of the year and one that dominated the news in this past month of February. Rightly so. Everyone seems to have an opinion…
Looking for a Condo to own or rent? Open houses every Sunday from 1-4 @ Ridgefield Circle, Clinton MA
Come by and visit our award winning lovely 360 unit condominium complex on 100 acres of rolling hills. Located close to Rts. 495, 117, 190, 70, 62, and 140 you'll have to come see eveything Ridgefield…
Good Morning Ann Arbor Real Estate, attached is my newsletter...
http://caitlinamanda.com/redir.asp?page=gold_newsletter.asp&t=sicNewsMake it a great Day, and do not forget to call ahead to schedule your home tour! Caitlin
Responsibilities Of A Real Estate Agent To A Buyer Customer
Yesterday I spoke about the responsibilities of an Agent representing a Buyer exclusively.  Today I will touch on the Agent obligations when the Buyer is simply a Customer (no Buyers Agency agreement…
Free Money:1st Time Home Buyers
The Federal Housing Tax Credit is now $8,000 for 2009.  Unlike 2008's credit, this one doesn't have to be repaid.  Take a look at this FAQ's, published by the National Home Builder's Association to see…
Great time to invest in REAL estate....
Its a great time to think about investing in real estate... especially multi family homes.  The stock market while down lately will always have opportunity.  But considered the residule income that rental…
Did you know?
Did you know that there are programs for first time home buyers?  That would be anyone who does not now own and have not owned a home in the past 3 yrs. or those who have never owned.FHA is giving…
Is there an income restriction for the $8000 tax credit? YES...
Yes, the income restriction is based on the tax filing status the purchaser claims when filing hes/her income tax return. Individuals filing Form 1040 as Single (or Head of Household) are eligible for…
Condo vs PUD: No FHA Project Approval needed on PUDs
I had a nice surprise yesterday. I wrote an offer with FHA financing on a townhouse for a young couple. I had checked the "denied" list of FHA developments in the area and had not seen it. It's a shorter…
10 steps to the American Dream: Step 1 - Get Ready
This post will be the first of 10 in this series, dealing with the steps involved in becoming a home owner.You've heard all the benefits about home ownership and have weighed the pros and cons and have…
Step 2 - Find a Realtor
You've got you're money in order and you know what you want out of a house, now is the time to find a Realtor to help guide you towards home ownership.Why? A Realtor is a professional who deals with the…
How NOT to be treated by a Real Estate Agent!
I frequently hear derogatory remarks made about car sales people - particularly "used car salesmen." I also hear many derogatory remarks made about real estate agents, and how they sometimes use the same…
Q&A -- About the First-Time Home Buyer Tax Credit
Frequently Asked QuestionsAbout the First-Time Home Buyer Tax Credit The Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 authorizes a $7,500 tax credit for qualified first-time home buyers purchasing homes…
Everything you should know about the First-Time Homebuyer Tax Credit
Everything you should know about: First-Time Homebuyer Tax Credit The temporary credit is only available for home purchases made from Jan. 1, 2009 to before Dec. 1, 2009 and is equal to 10 percent of…
Retirement in Mission Viejo, CA
0 Retirement Community, Mission Viejo, CA (edit/delete) Casta del Sol is a retirement community located in Mission Viejo, CA which was named the safest city in the U.S. It is a planned development of…
30,000.00 Grant from City of Paterson for a First Time Home Buyers
Paterson has a especial program from the First Time Buyers to help them to  they can buy their First Home.Dear Potential Homebuyer:The City of Paterson has a grant that may assist you in the purchase…
SHOULD I BUY NOW???
IS IT THE RIGHT TIME TO BUY REAL ESTATE???? Published by Janeese Jackson on March 2, 2009 in Close-In Eastside 'hoods, Downtown, Forest Height, Lake Oswego & nearby 'burbs, Northwest Alphabet District,…
DID YOU Buy or Sell a House FSBO and wish you didn't? Let us know!
We hear from the agents that everyone needs an agent to buy a house. We hear from the agent haters that no one needs an agent. Can we hear from buyer or seller who didn't use an agent and wished they had?  I…
Now is the best time to buy real estate
Why is now the best time to buy?  Answer:  Prices are down (lowest in years), interest rates are down (again lowest in years), and first-time home buyers receive a tax credit if they purchase a home…
Buying A College Station Home: What to Look For When Viewing Homes For Sale
When you begin your home search in College Station for the property that is right for you and your family, the first thing you want to do is compare the home you are looking at to your personal list…
Comments on buying your first home
In 1999 I bought my first home.  I had been trying to buy a home since 1995 but it didn't work out where we lived.  I had a single minded intention to get into a house as I was intent on getting started on…
$8000 Tax Credit (1st Time Home Buyers) SIMPLIFIED
There is a lot of confusion about the new $8,000 tax credit for first time home buyers.  Hopefully this will provide clarification.  Initially, there was a $7,500 tax credit (which had to be paid…
For All Home Buyers with Adverse Credit: Please Read
Over the past few months, I have made it a point to let people know that the mortgage bank I work for is currently originating FHA loans with a credit score as low as 550.  I always felt that this was…
James Island's Best Asset
  One of my favorite places on all of James Island is The James Island County Park.  My husband, Randy and I moved to James Island in 2001.  We’d both always lived East of the Cooper and found James…
Need a Government Secured Loan? Get Your House in Order
It’s no news that lending institutions are tightening loan requirements. With banks taking a bath, they’re scrubbing every loan to make sure there’s no dirt to be found anywhere.   Just HOW tight…
First time home buyer tax credit video
Here is a link to a video I found on Facebook that explains the first time home buyer tax credit.  http://www.facebook.com/video/video.php?v=1046699255016&ref=nf#/video/video.php?v=1044904570150 It…
Stimulus Benefits
Now that itʼs passed how can you benefit? 1)   The National Association of Realtors put the attached slide show together to summarize the First Time Homebuyer Tax Credit.  A First Time Homebuyer in…
A Buyers Agent Assessing The Needs Of A Buyer Client And Buyer Customer
Assessing the needs of a Buyer is a crucial elemnt to really understand what the Buyer is trying to accomplish.  the Agent can break it into three parts, Needs, Must Haves, and Wants.  The important…
Government Gifts......
Government Gifts…… It is a crisp March morning as I make my way to the office in Falmouth, MA, where I List and Sell Real Estate. (www.peterhawley.com). I had a discussion with one of my clients last…
Pre-foreclosure in Lakeland
We have a beautiful pre-foreclosure for sale in Lakeland area.  Please visit:  www.1222lakeland.com
4 Minutes of Advice for the Soon-To-Be Real Estate Investor
"Most of the biggest real estate fortunes were not made in good times, but in bad times like this" Barbara Corcoran reminds us in this talk with NBC.  It's important perspective for Americans wondering…
4 Minutes Of Guidance For Soon-To-Be Real Estate Investors
4 Minutes Of Guidance For Soon-To-Be Real Estate Investors "Most of the biggest real estate fortunes were not made in good times, but in bad times like this" Barbara Corcoran reminds us in this talk…
Open Houses are a great way to get a feeling for thehome you are about to buy!
  Numerous Open Houses this Sunday165 Willow Parkway   Buffalo Grove  Town Home  788 Old Checker   Buffalo Grove 2 story Town Home 1-4271 9th Steet  Wheeling Single Family home   2-43171 Indian…
New York Real Estate Disclosure Form-What does mean if I am a Home Buyer?
Power of Information and Knowledge Series from the Desk of Harvey Brown at Dirt Road Realty,Rhinebeck,NY. New York state law requires real estate licensees who are acting as agents of buyers or sellers…
Real Estate Investing Seminar
Join me at my next seminar in Palo Alto The seminar will address the following topics:    · How did we get here and how did we miss it? · Why real estate is still one the best investment vehicle for…
Wilmington NC real estate Via your Cell Phone
The next time you are driving around the Wilmington NC area and you see a house that you like that is on the market and are curious about the price or would like to see interior pictures, just text 44133…
First Home Buyers Seminar in Silicon Valley
  “Is Now a Good Time to Buy a Home in Silicon Valley” seminar   I will cover the following topics:   · How did we get here and how did we miss it? Is this the right time to buy a home in Silicon…
Home Buyer "Don'ts"
Home Buyer "Don'ts" Here are a few "don'ts" to consider when you're buying a home:Don't wait for the perfect house, there isn't one. Compromise and prioritize.Don't think that all real estate agents…
Buyer Tax Credits
According to one of my business partners, Barbara McDonough at JPMorgan Chase Bank, there are some enticing programs recently enacted to help entice buyers who have been sitting on the sidelines awaiting…
Buying a property "as-is", is it an advantage or a risk?
You walk into a home that you are interested in purchasing and what do you find? It hasn't been painted!    It hasn't been cleaned! The yard is a mess and completely overgrown! The list goes on with…
How to buy a great home
Neighborhoods have characteristic personalities designed to best suit single people, growing families, two-career couples, or retirees.     SCOUT THE NEIGHBORHOOD! It is important that you scout…
Buyers - Have You Seen Your Good Faith Estimate?
I feel the need to write an informational piece on the Good Faith Estimate because too many times buyers come to me with little or even worse, no knowledge of what one is and its importance in the Real…
Saratoga Living
I am a resident of Saratoga and love living in this great city. Located on the west side of Santa Clara Valley and west of San Jose, Saratoga provides a rural small town feel, wineries, boutiques, restaurants,…
New Construction... A better investment?
As a site agent at CamWest’s Tyler’s Creek in Redmond, I would like to share some recent activity our neighborhood has seen and tell you about some fantastic incentives CamWest is offering on their…
Sellers are motivated great time to buy
With rising inventory coupled with great mortgage rates and motivated sellers now is the time to buy. Our buyers market is now!
Tax Credit for Homebuyers
Tax Credit for Homebuyers First-time homebuyers who purchase homes from the start of the year until the end of November 2009 may be eligible for the lower of an $8,000 or 10% of the value of the home…
Placentia, CA Real Estate – Understanding The VA Loan Program
  Veterans looking to buy real estate in Placentia may not know about the loan opportunities available to them.  Often buying a home is the first step in transitioning back to civilian life, and VA…
What's going on with Short Sales?
Having done a lot of questioning and research on why "Short Sales" are taking soooo long, I have discovered the following that may prove helpful as you consider the opportunities available to your…
Making a "great buy" in Saline real estate
With so many homes on the market, how will you know that you’re making a “great buy” in Saline real estate?  Today, I’d like to cover how this comes about. The daily news is full of stories about…
Township of Washington, Bergen County,NJ - Open house beauty!
Sunday, March 15 form 1:00-4:00 you have an opportunity to see a very special home with amazing extended family potential. Value,quality and craftsmanship are the first thoughts that come to mind upon…
4% Fixed Rate USDA Direct Loans Available for Homes in The Cottages in Brunswick, Georgia
The Cottages at Golden Isles is an new community offering protective covenants, streetlights, underground utilities, county water and sewer as well as curb and gutter. Offered by BER Properties, LLC,…
Bank owned / short sale – what is the difference?
A bank owned home is just that – a home, owned by the bank taken back as what the bank calls “real estate owned” – or REO as the term is commonly known. This was usually done in the form of a foreclosure…
Scottsdale Condos for Bachelors & Bachelorettes
If you are single and looking for Mr or Mrs Right have you ever considered that where you live can influence who you will meet? Living in Scottsdale you will certainly meet a different level of people…
Bank owned / short sale – what is the difference?
A bank owned home is just that – a home, owned by the bank taken back as what the bank calls “real estate owned” – or REO as the term is commonly known. This was usually done in the form of a foreclosure…
Cave Creek Luxury Condos - Submit Your Best Offer!
As you know it is a buyer’s market and right now at Sonoran Villas, we have the opportunity to offer two buyers a sensational opportunity.  Unfortunately our buyer on Unit #109 fell out of escrow so…
"SEASONS", Vero Beach Florida, BRITISH WEST-INDIES TROPICAL COMMUNITY
      " SEASONS" At Orchid, Vero Beach Florida The tropical west-indies on the barrier island of Vero Beach Florida!If you are looking for an exeptional gated community with a tropical flair, I would…
Multiple Offers/Over Asking
Here are a few recent examples:11627 Blythe - $269,000 asking,my client wrote for $310,000 and is one of 11 offers17425 Hemmngway - $310,000 asking - my client opened escrow at $330,000.14810 Hartland…
Conducting a Buyer Counseling Session
Buyer counseling sessions are one of my favorite things to do.  I personally feel that the job of the Agent has evolved into more of a consultant role.  Buyers and Sellers have access to almost the same…
Most Asked Questions Regarding the $8,000 First-Time Homebuyers Stimulus Program
There have been many questions regarding this program...the following should help with most of them. Additionally look to IRS Form 5405 First-Time Homebuyer Credit ...to see exactly how to file.     Who…
Buyer's Market?? Yes It is...... Let's Go!
If you have ever considered buying a home, now is the time!! Homes for sale in Dawsonville, GA are selling at great values. There are numerous opportunities for you to buy a home in Georgia and walk in…
Buyer's Market??? Yes it is...... Let's go!
If you have ever considered buying a home, now is the time!! Homes for sale in Duluth, GA are selling at great values. There are numerous opportunities for you to buy a home in Georgia and walk in with…
Buyer's Market!??? Yes It Is.. So let's Go!!
If you have ever considered buying a home, now is the time!! Homes for sale in Dahlonega, GA are selling at great values. There are numerous opportunities for you to buy a home in Georgia and walk in…
Buyer's Market!?? Yes It is..... So Let's Go!!
If you have ever considered buying a home, now is the time!! Homes for sale in Jefferson, GA are selling at great values. There are numerous opportunities for you to buy a home in Georgia and walk in…
OPEN HOUSE-First Time Open! 3/15 from 12-2 pm Salem, OR
First time open! Please visit me from 12-2 pm at 3082 Hammel ST NE in Salem, OR.  Find out about my Homebuyer Guarantee, FREE Lifetime Handyman Repair Sevices and complimentary moving truck.  All of…
Buyers Market!??? Yes It is... so Let's Go!
If you have ever considered buying a home, now is the time!! Homes for sale in Gwinnett county, GA are selling at great values. There are numerous opportunities for you to buy a home in Georgia and walk…
Buyer's Market!??? Yes it is..... So Let's Go!
If you have ever considered buying a home, now is the time!! Homes for sale in Alpharetta GA are selling at great values. There are numerous opportunities for you to buy a home in Georgia and walk in…
Buyer's Market!??? You Bet! Now Let's Go!
If you have ever considered buying a home, now is the time!! Homes for sale in Roswell, GA are selling at great values. There are numerous opportunities for you to buy a home in Georgia and walk in with…
Negotiating and Buying Foreclosures in Yuma
It's a great time to buy a home in Yuma, AZ!  Interest rates still at historic lows and homes are more affordable than they have been in years.  It is a buyers market, so that means that sellers often…
$8000 Stimulus Tax Credit Details
So you’ve probably heard about the stimulus tax credit for first time home buyers, but you may qualify even if you’ve owned before.Find out if you qualify for the $8000 stimulus tax credit
Miami Foreclosure Market - How To Purchase A Home With A Low Budget
The Miami foreclosure market offers a sizable collection of residential properties sold at a lower priced compared to other listings in the city. Average homebuyers might find the selections appealing, especially…
Miami Beach Condo Acquisition Guide For First-Time Buyers
A Miami Beach condo can offer a modern lifestyle that everyone will surely want for their stay in this popular city. First-time homebuyers might find these luxury homes dazzling, as well as appealing for…
Coral Springs Real Estate: Facts Concerning Home Purchase
Homebuyers should always consider certain facts on home purchase before making the final decision to acquire the property under their name. Not understanding the details that come with this project always…
Lake Wateree, South Carlolina
Lake Wateree is located between Columbia SC and Charlotte NC.  It is very secluded and beautiful for either a summer get-a-way home or a full time residence.  I live full time on the lake and go sailing,…
Ladys Island, SC Home For Sale
22 Royal Pines Blvd Beaufort, SC 29907 3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bathroom home located in Royal Pines on the 18th fairway of the Ladys Island Country Club course. Just a minutes walk to the club house! $345,000 VIRTUAL…
What is the best way to find a home to buy a new or foreclosed home?
First you need to realize that there are sites where you can search for foreclosures and all the other homes. There are many of them but ours is free at http://www.cubicrealty.com Typically the seller…
Look Who Moved In Too/Lease Purchase Homes in Snellville, Ga.
A young couple came to me, and requested an appointment to see a home.  They had driven by the home and looked at the neighborhood, the wife fell in love with the home and subdivision.  The home and…
First-Time Home Buyer Tax Credit Fact Sheet
Who is Eligible - The $8,000 tax credit is available for first-time home buyers only. - The law defines a first-time home buyer as a buyer who has not owned a home during the past three years. - All U.S.…
Open House on 3/15/2009
Hello: I will be conducting an open house at 8 Donal Lane, New Hanover NJ on 3/15/2009 from 12pm to 4pm. This homes is picture perfect renovated ranch nestled on an oversized lot w/ manicured landscaping!…
Fountain Hills and the Stimulus Bill
There’s lots of rhetoric about the stimulus bill but what does it mean for you and I? If you are a buyer looking for a home up to $900,000 you will not have to pay for a high cost jumbo loan. Loan limits…
Loans, Harder to Get.
NEW YORK (CNNMoney.com) — For real estate appraisers, determining what a house is worth has become increasingly difficult, which is making it even harder for buyers to purchase homes or for homeowners…
San Carlos New Listings and Home Sales - 2/28/09
(The “San Carlos Week in Review” is a series is a summary of new listings and home sales in San Carlos for the prior week, and an occasional podcast mixed in to keep things lively.   Between the…
5 Reasons Why Now Is A Great To Be A First Time Homebuyer
5 reasons why I think now is a great to be a first time homebuyer: 5.) Selection: There are a lot of homes currently on the market to choose from.  The large selection gives buyers a lot to look at and…
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