Home Buying—blogs page 41

Can I just buy a home from a relative and pocket the $8,000?
Can I just buy a home from a relative and pocket the $8,000?   You don’t qualify for the tax credit if you bought the house from a “related person.” According to the IRS, a related person includes: Your…
Fayetteville and Raeford and Fort Bragg area, NC homes for sale - Why it is a good time to buy!!!
Fayetteville and Raeford, NC homes for sale – Why it is a good time to buy!!! Daily Real Estate News  |  March 30, 2009  |   Share 6 Reasons Why It's Still a Good Time to Buy The housing market…
Do you qualify For the $8,000 Stimulus tax credit?
There's a bit of confusion about the Stimulus package and its "First-Time Homebuyer Tax credit." People ask, "Is the tax credit only for first-time buyers?" NO.You qualify as a first-time buyer if you…
Parker Falls - Raleigh, NC
Houseman Custom Homes and their team of expert homebuilders and craftsmen have really taken the Raleigh, NC area by storm with the Parker Falls subdivision. Houseman may be a new company but they’re…
Seek, and Ye Shall Find Great River Front Deals
Looking for the perfect river front property in West Michigan? Look no more!I recently found this group of lots for sale by owner in Hesperia on the White River. There are three sites for sale, all with…
South East Aurora Investors and First Time Home Buyers Scramble for homes!
Wow!  The competition between investors and first time home buyers is a mad race.  I have been showing homes for over a month to an investor / client.  We have put in 7 contracts and not gotten even…
Ann Arbor Real Estate, it is time to think about Ypsilanti!
Welcome to 710 Cornell in College Heights in Ypsilanti. Moments to the Main University Campus, Depot Town, Downtown and all that neighboring Ann Arbor has to offer. This lovely mid century ranch style…
Tax Credits for First Time Buyers
TAX CREDITS FOR FIRST TIME BUYERS NOW IS A GREAT TIME TO BE A FIRST TIME HOME BUYER (SOMEONE WHO HAS NOT OWNED A HOME IN THE PAST THREE YEARS.)  NOT ONLY ARE HOME PRICES LOW, A BUYER COULD QUALIFY FOR…
Intransigent Transients...
Why not settle yourselves, here, in New Jersey? I mean we have it all: lakes, the ocean, rivers, mountains, forests; rural, suburban, and urban areas; on the bus and train lines, off the beaten path; everything…
Need a home. Tired of renting
I am a single mom. I have two children. I have been renting an apartment for 5 years. I am in good standing with my landlord. I need a house. But my credit is not good. I suffered Illness which put my…
The time to buy might be now.
Here is an article written by Brett Arends of the Wall Street Journal. Please comment. http://cli.gs/MqWA13
Follow Up!
Allow though it is definitely the job of your Realtor to keep track of your deadlines on the contracts, you should be keeping track of those dates as well. If for no other reason than to protect yourself.…
Buy Now and Get the $8000 Tax Credit!
The Spring selling season is upon us and our inventory of great listings is growing daily!  Whether you are looking for a new home in the $60,000 price range or perhaps the home of your dreams in the…
New Assistance Program From the North Carolina Housing Finance Agency To Buy Foreclosed Homes
[Information in bold and bracketed was added on May 1, 2009, to correct certain misinformation that proved to be incorrect once the NCFHA uploaded program details to its website.] Today at the Foreclosure…
Pulte - Centex Merger
Two of the nations largest home builders are in the final steps of merging.  For the immediate area that brings me some concerns.  Currently in the Frisco Homes For Salemarket same way has 2 large developments…
What is the Price?
In real estate when you hear the term “value” people generally assume that means the price. Price and value often are synonymous. When it comes to luring the baby  boomers to make the commitment to…
Pulte and Centex are merging
It has come to my attention that two of America's larger and well known builders are set to merge very soon.  What kind of impact will that bring on the two headquarter cities (Dallas and Kansas City)…
Short Sale
Does the current economy have you caught between a rock and a hard place? There are programs available that may help with your current situation I am a Certified Short Sale Specialist who can offer services…
When Should You Claim Your New Home Buyer Tax Credit?
The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) has made information available for qualified home buyers about how and when to claim the $8,000 first time home buyer tax credit. First there are basic…
Tucker Hill Home of the Week in McKinney, Texas
Have you been to Tucker Hill yet in McKinney?  Great estate homes and the best 'idea' houses I've seen in a long time!  Great homes, McKinney address, and renowned Prosper schools.  That's a winning…
VA Eligible?? Now is the time to think about your options and take advantage!
If you are currently in the military or have VA homebuying benefits from past service, now is a great time to invest in your financial future by buying a home.  You would be amazed at how much home your…
Smoke Detector Requirements
One of the responsibilities of a home inspector is to check the presence and functionality of smoke detectors in a home. Smoke detectors were required first in 1973. The codes pertaining to smoke detectors…
Co-op Queen! BasicsYou Should Look For In A Co-op Building
Hello, thanks for stopping by again! Keep coming back for more co-op tips.Visit my personal site at: www.KandHhomes.com _____________________________________________________________Before you go out to…
Seniors over age 62 can now use a reverse mortgage to buy a home
For several years now reverse mortgage originators have been anxiously awaiting the "reverse for purchase" program from The Federal Housing Administration. On Jan. 1, 2009, that wait was over as the Housing…
How To Buy An REO – Top 17 Questions Answered
(Part 2 in a series on Purchasing An REO) Click here to see Part 1   As a local REO expert, I’ve help many successfully buy a foreclosed home. I’ve learned a few things long the way that I’d like…
Apartment Therapy...Re Nest.
Finding a suitable style of living begins with getting the right type of roof over your head. With the choices that are available for living, are several ways in which individuals can make sure they are…
Southwest Boise (Meridian District) New Communities List for new homes and building lots
LegendCommunity Profile LinkCommunity BuildingCommunity Golf CourseCommunity ParkCommunity PoolCommunity Walking PathFiber OpticsLots by WaterPressurized Irrigation Gated CommunitySW Boise (Meridian…
Find Homes for Sale by Home Builder across Boise, Idaho
   Homes for Sale By Idaho Builders Builder Profile AvailableAlder Creek Home CompanyAmericana HomesAmyx Signature Homes Asin HomesBeachwood Builders Blackstead Building Company Brighton HomesBroadway…
Northwest Arkansas Real Estate for Buyers and Sellers
FYI for everyone looking to buy or sell real estate in Northwest Arkansas. Our local northwest Arkansas market has changed in just the past few weeks. The deals are still out there but they are going…
Murphy North Carolina Real Estate on Upswing
Murphy, NC Real Estate on Upswing,  Fueled by a wide selection of properties, motivated sellers and the best interest rates in history, the real estate market in Murphy, NC has shown a marked improvement…
5 Reasons to Buy Your Vacation Home Now
5 Reasons to Buy Your Vacation Home NowBy Christine Karpinski RISMEDIA, April 4, 2009-You’d love to buy a vacation home, but (let’s be honest) the recession and the not-so-dim memory of the housing…
Buying Bank Owned ISN'T always the best idea....
I have been hearing a lot lately about wanting to know about bank owned, foreclosure, and short sale properties. I read this article and I think it really sums up what you can expect in the buying process…
UF Medical Residents: Looking for a home?
Relax..One of the million things you have to do before starting work is find a place to live.  Most residents want a home near Shands. You know you’ll be busy and don’t want headaches so you want…
A day of rest can make your real estate agent even better!
George Bernard Shaw said it best:"A day's work is a day's work, neither more nor less, and the man who does it needs a day's sustenance, a night's repose, and due leisure, whether he be a painter or a…
Santa Clarita Short Sale & Bank Owned Properties For Sale April 8, 2009
Santa Clarita Short Sale&Bank Owned Properties For Sale April 8, 2009 Santa Clarita Short Sales&Bank Owned Properties for sale As your Santa Clarita Certified Distressed Property Expert, CDPE…
Condo or Co-Op - What are the differences?
At first a condominium complex and a co-operative might seem to be one and the same. They are both buildings that house a number of people and you pay money in order to live there. However, it's not that simple…
You will love Tyler!!
AHHH Spring time!!!! What a wonderful time of year! Especially for our area. If you've never seen the Azalea Trails in Tyler, Texas then you just don't know what your missing. It is beautiful and there…
FHA 203K Loans
It seems that there is a misunderstanding of FHA 203K loans by buyers and sellers. At one time, these were allowed only for major repairs on a home. Now, approval can be given for smaller amounts to cover…
To Buy or Not To Buy Real Estate
Is now a good time to buy in Valparaiso, IN? Is it a good time to sell in Porter CO, IN? As a realtor, I get asked those questions often. Unfortunately, I cannot give one answer for all situations. What…
First Time Buyer Tax Credit
UNDERSTANDING THE HOME BUYER TAX CREDIT • Income restrictions: Single - $75,000 Married - $150,000 • Credit is available only AFTER you close on your home • Credit can be claimed on 2008 or 2009…
Down Payment Assistance City of Atlanta/Atlanta Development Authority-Part II of IV
  The Atlanta Development Authority has Homebuyer Down-Payment Assistance Programs.   There are four programs which I have recently become aware of: Beltline Affordable Housing Trust Fund, Atlanta…
Price and Location--Oh No--Yes!!
Hello All--Yes--price and location ARE important.  On another venue, a brilliant fellow was upset I had brought up the subject.His line of thought was:  "What a great post, think I'll have to write down…
To Rent or Buy in California?
The CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® (C.A.R.) analyzed the difference between renting and buying a home.  Housing costs and tax implications of buying a home and renting a home were computed as a…
James Island Real Estate News: Mortgage Scams in Crosshairs
James Island Real Estate News:  Mortgage Scams in Crosshairs Federal and state officials are cracking down on mortgage modification scams, accusing scam artists of preying on desperate homeowners caught…
Down Payment Assistance City of Atlanta/Atlanta Development Authority Part III of IV
 The Atlanta Development Authority has Homebuyer Down-Payment Assistance Programs.   There are four programs which I have recently become aware of: Beltline Affordable Housing Trust Fund, Atlanta Affordable…
Put our Rent vs Buy Calcualtors to Work for You
              Put our Rent vs Buy Calculators to Work for YouMarket Update and Commentary Videos by Russ Boyd are uploaded to Youtube, MetaCafe, Google and Yahoo Video by TubeMogul.com . How…
What's Happening in Kachina Village & Mountaire? (Flagstaff, AZ)
Here is a list of properties for sale, sale pending properties and sold properties(from the beginning of the year) for Kachina Village & Mountianaire in Flagstaff, Arizona.   We have 19 sold properties…
Do Hot Homes still exist, in this market?
Yes ,they do!!  and, I managed to find 2 of them most recently.   I've have been working with buyers who have put in 2 different offers on 2 different homes, so close to the asking price it was shocking…
NJ HOmes for Sale Brand New!
NJ has brand new homes for sale.  The Spring market is here and you will love allow the new inventory.  Now is the time to get out there and buy. Don't wait!  There has never been a better time to take…
The $8,000 Homebuyer Tax Credit Explained in Video and Writing
$8,000 Homebuyer Tax Credit - Details Explained in Writing and in Videoby KEN BRAND on APRIL 9, 2009David Knox shares the details in video format.Here’s the detail in writing. 2009 First Time Homebuyer…
HOW TO BUY A HOME IN LA COUNTY WITH $1000 DOWN!
The Down Payment Assistance Program is back folks! How does it work? Buyer gets pre qualified first to see what "ceiling level" or "price range" they are in. Once pre-qualified or pre-approved for a "price…
Relocating to San Luis Obispo County
I'm available to help with relocating to the San Luis Obispo Area. Visit www.centralCAliving.com for more information on this area, Platinum Team Properties and me, Lisa Long. On my site you will find…
SEIZED REAL ESTATE MARKET
SEIZED REAL ESTATE MARKET IS HOT! EVERY MONTH THOUSANDS OF PROPERTIES BECOME REPOSSESSED BY BANKS, STATE, FEDERAL AND PRIVATE ORGANIZATIONS THROUGH VARIOUS SEIZURE AND BANKRUPTCY LAWS. THOSE PROPERTIES…
Dundalk Maryland Home For Sale - 1624 Gray Haven Court, 21222
Dundalk MD Home For Sale 1624 Gray Haven Court Dundalk, MD  21222 $179,000 Welcome to Dundalk, Maryland! This three bedroom, one and half bath, end of group townhouse is conveniently located only minutes…
Pelham Seller Gives Away a Hybrid!
The Westchester real estate market has picked up quite a bit recently. We have all heard the reports about the poor state of the market in recent months. Multifamily properties have been hit especially…
Home Buying Seminars - It's Never Been A Better Time To Buy
Home Buying Seminar BrodheadsvilleBuying a home can be both exciting and enjoyable, and sometimes a little intimidating. At Wells Fargo and Key Real Estate, we want to take the fear out of buying a home.…
James Island Charter High School
It is a disappointing truth that South Carolina consistently ranks near the bottom of the nationwide educational rankings.  In our state, this reality forces families to make decisions about how to best…
April is Century21 Open House Month - you could win $221,000
Get on the path to your dreams and you could WIN $221,000Century 21 - All Service is hosting an open house extravaganza 4/19 and 5/3 in Lynchburg and the surrounding areas. CALL CENTURY 21 - ALL SERVICE -…
Truckee Real Estate & Five Compelling Reasons to Get Your Sierra Lifestyle Now
Truckee Real Estate&Five Compelling Reasons to Get Your Sierra Lifestyle Now! Bonnie Jessee, ABR, 530 412 3984   1. For the long term ~ It Will Beat Leasing In recent years, the cost of buying a home…
Buy Now with Recession Proof Plans
Afraid to buy a home during this Economic Recession? Afraid of losing your job? Then how will you make your house payments? Even in good times and even if you are renting, this is a concern. But not quite…
Is Fha or Conventional good for me?
Government sponsored loan programs, such as FHA loans, have been getting a lot of press lately. But, how does one know what real estate home loan is right for them. An FHA loan differs from a conventional…
Co-op Queen! Hot 2 Bedroom Co-op Is BACK!
Hello everyone, the Co-op Queenis back with another hot co-op! It's a beautiful and large two bedroom co-op in Kings Village, Old Mill Basin area. Features hardwood floors, many closets (two are walk-ins),…
Franklin Hills Mid-Century
1841 Hollyvista Ave, Los Angeles, CA 900273 bedrooms, 2 bathroomsList price: $849,000 OVER THE SHAKESPEARE BRIDGE, THIS HIP&COOL MID CENTURY MODERN 3 BED, 2 BATH HOME HAS FAB VIEWS OF CITY LIGHTS &…
Homes at the Right Price are Selling in Charleston & Goose Creek, SC
Homes at the Right Price are Selling in Charleston&Goose Creek, SC Home sellers are your homes priced correctly to sell?  If not, your home is still for sale.  Home buyers are buying homes at realistic…
Homes at the Right Price are Selling in Charleston & Goose Creek, SC
Homes at the Right Price are Selling in Charleston&Goose Creek, SC Home sellers are your homes priced correctly to sell?  If not, your home is still for sale.  Home buyers are buying homes at realistic…
Silver Lake Investment Property
2612 GRIFFITH PARK Blvd, LOS ANGELES, CA 900392 - 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom unitsList price: $499,000Here is a great investment opportunity for the right buyer. We have 2, 2 bed, 1 bath units for sale along…
What You Should Know Before Buying a Home!
Ten Must knows for every buyer…1. Before you start looking for a home, get pre-approved for a loan. Banks, credit unions and mortgage bankers make home loans; mortgage brokers process them. The lenders…
Falling Prices drawing First Time Home Buyers
A lender friend sent me an article that I just had to share.  It was written by Damien Caves, for the New York Times.  "While her friends ran up credit card debt and bought show homes beyond their…
203K Rehab Loans
203K rehab loans can really open up your opportunities when you are trying to buy a home.  The special FHA loan allows buyers to finance renovations and improvements up to $35,000 into their purchase…
"We were told we would get an answer on a short sale today"
"We were told we would get a response today from the bank on a short sale..."You put in an offer for a house that is being sold as a short sale.You were told you would get an answer back by today.But you…
Castle Glen, Fox Farm Area, Big Bear Lake
One of the nicest areas in Big Bear Lake is Castle Glen. There are 26 homes that are available currently. Prices and interest rates are down.  Sellers are motivated. Current Active Listings in Castle…
Franklin Hills Mid-Century
1841 Hollyvista Ave, Los Angeles, CA 900273 bedrooms, 2 bathroomsList price: $849,000 OVER THE SHAKESPEARE BRIDGE, THIS HIP&COOL MID CENTURY MODERN 3 BED, 2 BATH HOME HAS FAB VIEWS OF CITY LIGHTS &…
Ivanhoe School Real Estate in Silver Lake
2612 GRIFFITH PARK Blvd, LOS ANGELES, CA 900392 - 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom unitsList price: $499,000Here is a great investment opportunity for the right buyer if they are up for a challenge. We have 2, 2…
Why is Now a good time to buy?
For those of you who are ready and able to purchase real estate in this market, yet you aren't quite willing because you keep hearing that the market is going to keep going down, I'd like to throw out…
First Time Home Buyer - Free Real Estate & Mortgage Consultation
Hello First Time Home Buyers! Are you looking to buy your First Home? How exciting! I specialize in helping First Time Home Buyers to purchase their First Home! When we first meet, we'll sit down and…
Free credit report from Fair Isaac Corp. (FICO)
To take advantage of the best rates, most borrowers must have credit scores of 740 or above.  Consumers who do not know their credit scores should request their credit history and FICO score.  Fair Isaac…
The Reserve at Umstead Park - Raleigh, NC
The Reserve at Umstead Park subdivision in Raleigh, NC was developed by Beazer Homes, one of the most reputable names in the homebuilding industry in both the Raleigh area and nationwide. Beazer Homes…
First Time Home Buyers in Goose Creek and in the Charleston SC area look take advantage of the $8,000 tax credit
First Time Home Buyers in Goose Creek and in the Charleston SC area look take advantage of the $8,000 tax credit The clock is ticking before the $8,000 Tax Credit will no longer be available and many first…
FICO score changes
I bet most home owners have no idea what an average IQ is, but ask for a good FICO score and most will blurt out "over 700?".  The actual number I hear a lot is 720, or 740 which generally makes you eligible…
We have Multiple Offers...is that a fact or a fluke
We have multiple offers, it that a fact? Well I think a lot of this brokerage are just trying to fabricate or exaggerate the situation. Since, the listing is in the MLS for more than 3 months, and now…
Murphy NC Log Home for Sale-Market is Climbing
Murphy NC Log Home Market Steadily Climbing- With most of the country’s home builder’s still lamenting a slow market, Murphy NC contracter Jim Landrith has found his market steadily climbing again.…
Greyhawk Scottsdale Foreclosures & Bank Owned Homes
There are some great foreclosures available in Grayhawk. Currently there are 15 bank owned or foreclosed condos, townhomes and houses for sale in the North Scottsdale community of Grayhawk. Foreclosures…
Home Buying Seminar - La Jolla/UTC (Free)
Tuesday April 21st 6:30-8:30pm RSVP: http://www.SDSeminars.com - space is limitedVenice Ristorante and Wine Bar 4365 Executive Drive San Diego, CA 92121 This FREE seminar, held MONTHLY, will cover the…
Allentown PA Homes: How, When & Why to get Pre-Qualified
Allentown PA Homes – How When & Why to get Prequalified - Not only for First Time Home Buyers. A home buyers Video guide to Learning about Buying a Home in the Allentown area. So, The first question…
Save Money Don't Use A Buyers Agent!!! Reality Check Here!
  Well do ya? Let me ask you this, if you have to go to court would you show up without representation? Probably not! For today's market the buying and selling of Short Sales and Bank Owned Properties…
Murphy NC Real Estate Investors Buying Log Homes for Their IRA'S
Murphy NC Real Estate Investors Buying Log Homes- At a time when many folks aren't quite ready to re-invest their hard earned dollars heavily in the stock market, smart buyers are placing new log homes…
Murphy, NC Many Homes Better Priced Than Most Foreclosures
Murphy,NC Many homes held by private parties in Murphy,NC are available at better prices than the current lists of foreclosures.  Many of the foreclosures in the Murphy area are priced higher than privately…
See hundreds of FREE videos | Downtown Austin Condos | Central Austin Real Estate | Water Front
http://www.youtube.com/perrytexas is a local realtor at Prudential Texas Realty showing hundreds of FREE videos to home buyers and is considered to be the premiere video blog for Austin Texas Real Estate. Click…
Don't let that smoking deal turn into a money pit!
Is there a money pit hidden in the dream home you found at a great price?  Bargain basement priced homes are almost always sold as-is.  This means that you could be assuming hidden repair costs.   Bank…
Foreclosure Education Buyers Must Read! Valencia, Stevenson Ranch, Saugus, Canyon Country and Santa Clarita
  I am faced daily with questions by the buyers and buyers' agents on the short sale process. It is important for me as a Santa Clarita Real Estate Agent to provide Foreclosure Education to the parties…
LAHD Providing assistance for homebuyers for low to moderate income familys!
LAHD provides assistance in the form of a deferred loan for a purchase assistance in the form of a deferred loan for purchase assistance (down payment and closing cost) rehabilitation funds(if the property…
Sunnyvale CA Single Family Family Home Market
  Sunnyvale Calfornia Single Family Homes Market An overview of Sunnyvale’s Single Family Real Estate market of March 2008 compared to March 2009 shows some interesting economic changes: 1.) The homes…
Palmetto Place Close-Out Incentive
April 12, 2009 – Palmetto Place is currently offering some great close out incentives.  With every build job, you can get a 1% discount off of the base price of the home.  This could take anywhere…
Fast Property Sale
http://www.bhproperties.net/ Website for helping people to sell their property fast, with a hassle free and a fast selling process.
Cape May County Short Sales - Bank Owned Homes - Foreclosures
Perhaps the three phrases most associated with real estate right now are: short sale, foreclosure, bank owned home.  Each one has a different meaning but currently it seems all 3 are being used interchangably…
Buying in today's real estate market
The real estate market has been reactivated now that spring has arrived. Regardless of how the media has tilted the reality of the housing crisis, those of us in the trenches have seen an increase in the…
Liquidate REO Low End Properties
    If you need to get rid of the lower end properties that you don't want to be stuck with in your REO portfolio- I have a solutionBid4assets provides an exit strategy for REO portfolio buyers’…
Is the market improving?
Florida Realtors also reported a 15 percent gain in statewide sales of existing condominiums in February, continuing a trend in recent months for higher statewide sales of both the existing home and existing…
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