Home Buying—blogs page 5

Buying HUD Homes with only $100 Down
Yes you can buy a HUD home with only $100 Down   $100 Down payment program from HUD homes If your looking for the best deal to buy a home let’s look at HUD homes.  HUD has a program…
What a great experience we had with Club Realty
We came across Brooke O'Malley through an internet search.  We were lucky to have found her as we were buying from out of state.  We flew to Sarasota to view properties.  Brooke patiently took us to…
VHDA Low Down Payment Loan Can Help You Get The Home You Want...
  If you are one of those who say "I would love to buy a home, however I don't have a 20% Down Payment." I've got great news for you. You don't need a 20% down payment. Especially the first…
FHA Down Payment 3% or 3.5% - Neither!
Michael Shotnik Mortgage Banker Denver, CO   Link:     denver1stmortgage.com FHA Down Payment Confusion With new FHA changes (HR 3221) taking affect on October 1st there has…
The Anatomy Of A Short Sale
By: Erica Muller  www.MySunnyHolidayVilla.com If you've entertained the idea of purchasing property anytime in the last 360 days than I'd be willing to make a bet that you've come in contact with…
First Time Homebuyers
  Setting out to buy a first home can be a daunting task. Most buyers are have an array of questions including pre-qualification, pre-approval, earnest money, financing, contracts,…
What You Must Know Prior To Buying A Bank Owned Home In Big Bear
Originally posted at The Big Bear Skinny. I sat down with Israel Barden, our REO & bank owned expert with Coldwell Banker here in Big Bear Lake, for a quick video discussion on the 3 most important…
REO's may make this market tough, but there are success stories
Yesterday I was contacted by a news reporter wanting to interview one of my clients who have just purchased a bank owned home.  When I watch the news report last night (they aired someone else, my…
It is a wonderful day in Clarksville, Tennessee
Fall is definitely upon us and with that comes some very pleasant weather in the Clarksville Tennessee area.  A good time to conserve energy by utilizing the power of Mother Nature - open them windows…
MLS Searches from Agent Sites
With more than 80% of all potential home-buyers starting their search on the Internet agents have increased their Internet marketing and lead generation. The biggest area of improvement has been adding…
Busy streets
Too often people will overlook homes on what is perceived to be a busy street.  This is, in my opinion, a mistake.  Busy streets usually offer easy access to public transportation; they are well…
GREAT NEWS FOR FIRST-TIME HOMEBUYERS
  GREAT NEWS FOR FIRST-TIME HOMEBUYERS First-time homebuyers can now get a tax credit of up to $7500 for buying their first home.   The Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008, which went…
This Current Market
Hi Everyone,I’ve been getting allot questions the last few days with regards to whether it’s a good time to buy property in the current market situation. It is still a good time to purchase…
NEW YORK REAL ESTATE AND MORTGAGES
ARE THE BANKS LENDING MONEY TODAY TO GET A MORTGAGE? Every day, a new story seems to come out about how our financial system is on the brink of destruction and we are seeing bank after bank either closing…
A Buyers Market is a Trading Up Market!
If home prices dropped by 5%, here is what it would look like if you decided to trade up: Home Price = $100,000Sell at $95,000 = $5,000 Loss Home Price = $200,000Buy at $190,000 = $10,000 Savings The smaller…
Hickory NC First Time Homebuyers Seminar
Mike Kelly Jr of CENTURY 21 American Homes and Marti Ward of Wachovia Mortgage will be hosting a First Time Home Buyer Seminar on Monday October 20, 2008 at 7pm at the CENTURY 21 American Homes Office…
You don't need to fear getting a home loan!
Realtors know that the smoothest home buying process happens when the client comes to the Realtor first, then gets a referral to the best of the agent's lending resources, and we close at a title company…
Truckee, California Real Estate News
  Timing Your Real Property Purchase TRUCKEE AND LAKE TAHOE REAL ESTATE NEWS Bonnie Jessee 530 412 3984     Not one of us wants to purchase a home only to see its value turn down. However,…
long island real estate
Many people believe that when the Federal Reserve lowers their Fed Funds Rate .5%, that the 30 year mortgage rate will be .5% lower as well.  For instance, before the fed came out and lowered the…
Prince William County Virginia Home Price Trends, Market Trends, Statistics
Prince William County Virginia Home Price Trends, Market Trends, Statistics Homes For Sale in Prince William And Homes Sold In Prince William Prince William County real estate trends reversed course…
Home Buyers Boot Camp!
 GROWING UP MEANS CHOOSING YOUR OWN PAINT COLORS    Join us Thursday October 23, 2008, from 6:30-8:30 for a Home Buyer's Boot Camp! What to expect? Tips & advice for beginning…
HUD Foreclosures for $100 Down! Great deals with equity...
I know the market is tough right now and everyone is pinching pennies.  However, if you've got vision and financial savvy you may be able to purchase your next home for next to nothing. HUD has a…
Beacon Hill featured as "Jeanne's Favorite" at www.feenick.com
Desirable Beacon Hill at Vanderhaven Farm in Bridgewater has been selected as the first community to be featured at Jeanne's Favorites.This popular development offers community style living in desirable…
Ocean Front Views $27 per night
Just 4 hours away from Scottsdale. Rocky Point is a great get away if you are on a budget or not.This is the view from the window outside of my trailer at Playa de Oro That's right! I love to…
Considering a Foreclosure in Clarksville TN?
Are you looking at some of the foreclosed properties in the Clarksville Tennessee area and wondering if they are worth the risk or whether you have enough in your savings account to make the neccessary…
Important information all buyers should know
Purchasing a home is one of the biggest financial decisions that many Americans will make in their lifetime.   Before purchasing a home, you need to determine whether the home you have decided…
Searching to buy a new home -- an experience and a challenge!
Buying a new home is truly a challenge.  I went to one subdivision which was selling a new home.  It was the last in their inventory and the next to be sold are their model houses. …
Why should you look at selling your property or buying with Seller financing
1    P.O. Box 1208 , 250 Route 49 in Campton , NH 03223                       …
Best Times to Buy
Conventional wisdom says that you need to stay in a home a minimum of five years to ensure that you recoup your purchasing costs. But with some markets soaring, this advice doesn’t always apply. On…
Neighborhood Profile: Montclair
6th Avenue to Colfax, Monaco to Quebec Big homes and small homes.  Big lots and small lots.  Traditional and modern.  Montclair offers quite the mix.  It even has a castle.  Baron…
New VA Law will give back to Veterans
On Friday October 10th, President George Bush signed the Veteran's Benefits Improvement Act of 2008. The bill was designed to provide housing provisions for veterans who own a home, or who want to. Three…
Greater Columbus OH Area
Columbus, OH: #1 in America's Most Affordable Places to Retire Our river city tops Forbes list of the most affordable places to retire. Our reasonably priced homes, lower inflation rates and low unemployment…
Should I Buy A Bank Owned House
I see this questions all around my local area. In Queens and Brooklyn New York we have a high foreclosure rate right now. This translates into a high number of bank owned property and there are good opportunities…
Buyinge A Home??? You Must Have A Team
I see this same scenario too much. The husband and wife find their deam house. They make an offer get the house under contract and then lose the house. Why??? Usually because someone dropped the ball.…
What can an Upfront Mortgage Broker do for YOU?
I surround myself with the best support team that is available.  So, I am writing today to share with you the value, knowledge and benefits that my customers receive when they use Mike Goblet and…
One great deal in Prosper, from David Weekley Homes!
David Weekley Homes is down to one final available spec in Willow Ridge in Prosper for 2008 and it's going to be a beauty.  A 2-story custom design with 4 bedroom (all good size), 4.5 baths…
Enjoy the Beach in Fenwick Island, Delaware
Fenwick Island, Delaware lies on the very southerly tip of Delaware. It's a vacation resort nestled between the Little Assawoman Bay and the Atlantic Ocean.  It offers one of the best beaches…
Leave Your Footprints in the Sand . . . Ocean City, Maryland
The Maryland and Delaware Beaches --Why Not Own a Part of It and Leave Your Footprints in the Sand . . . We want you to find the perfect property to meet your needs.  It’s a major decision,…
The Importance of Being Pre Approved for a Mortgage before looking for a Home
*From being in the business of Real Estate Sales it is very important to being Pre Approved.  So many buyers make the mistake and prefer to ask an agent to show them a house and not know if they can…
Dad, what do you do all day?
When I come home exhausted it's tough to remember (much less explain) what the heck I did all day. A lot of times, I answer calls.  I get calls from renters who want to rent condos and townhouses.…
benefits of owning a new york home
First you need to know that homeownership is an investment in your future.Owning a home helps build wealth over the long term, and it provides significant social benefits. On average, owner who purchased…
Finding a deed using an address.
This is an answer to a question that was asked and then removed--for whatever reason.The question was, can I find a NH deed using only an address.  The answer is, sure, sometimes.I am assuming you…
FHA Appraisal and the 203K Streamline
As an FHA appraisal company, we get asked this question all the time.  Here is the information on the FHA 203K Streamline guidelines;FHA 203k STREAMLINEUsed for minor cosmetic work Should ideally…
Buying a Pre-Owned Home?
Did you know there are average life spans for roofs, paint, appliances, air-conditioning&heating, water heaters, carpeting, and more? OK, what?s my point? Lets say you are searching, viewing and considering…
Questions to ask your Lender.
* How large is your company, and how long has it been in business?* Are you a licensed mortgage broker or loan officer in Texas?* Is your company a mortgage banker or a mortgage broker? * What is the name,…
Who are you talking to?
Many of us blog about our listings, our lives, the economy, politics, and our community, but who is it that we are talking to?  Some I suppose are speaking just to hear themselves, while others are…
HOA Durs: JUnk or Good Budgeting?
Many people are under the belief that paying the HOA Dues is like throwing money out the window.  Let’s consider the costs of Home Ownership that is covered under the HOA Dues. The following…
What The 2008 Housing Crisis Will Mean to Buyers in 2009 by Brandon Cornett
What is going on with the U.S. economy right now, and how does it affect people who are trying to get a mortgage and buy a home? This article will give you a better understanding of the economic problems…
Too many "for sale" signs, rebounding areas, homes under $300K: Barbara Corcoran on TODAY Show
Here are some highlights from Barbara Corcoran’s TODAY Show appearance this morning on NBC. She said…   1. If there are “three or more for sale signs” in your neighborhood,…
Mortgage approval is no easy task
It wasn't too long ago that home buyers made offers without financing contingencies and closed the deal in as short as 14 days following acceptance. Quick closes are virtually impossible today if you're…
SOUTH COAST MASSACHUSETTS~GIVE ME A CALL AND HAVE IT ALL!
WELCOME TO MATTAPOISETT ON THE SOUTHCOAST! Please let me answer any questions you may have about this great area. Right now there are waterfront and waterview properties that would have been previously…
Why a foreclosure isn't the best buy
I get calls all the time asking about foreclosure properties. But, truth be told, only twice this year has a buyer who called me initially about foreclosures actually bought a foreclosure.  When we…
"What's the Neighborhood Like?"
When looking for a new home, we all want to know about the area where we might be moving, right?  We want to know about the neighborhoods and if they meet our needs.  We want to know about the…
Heads or Tails?
They say that no coin is so thin that it doesn't have two sides, and home prices are not so different.  Many who invested like mad in real estate the last few years felt the giddiness of buying low…
2-minute 411 with Jim Fite: Real Estate Builds Wealth!
Jim Fite, President of CENTURY 21 Judge Fite Company in Dallas / Fort Worth, shares his easy tips to building wealth through real estate investments in this month's 2-minute video, below.  For more…
Ludlow Vermont, OKEMO - crazy valuation of homes
Is it just me, or are there some sellers and brokers that have not been paying attention to the last year economically, and more importantly, this last month.Home values across our great country, and our…
I love my Real Estate Career
I love my Real Estate career because I want to encourage "America to take back the Pride in Home Ownership." With this market everyone says "It is time to buy". I agree completely. I ask you "Is it a bigger…
I love to be a Realtor. Because:
I view my sales results as a reflection of my dedication and commitment to providing the best service possible while working with each of my clients. Success, I believe, is not in the…
Ann Arbor Real Estate Community... Have you thought about Building your own home...
Good Morning Folks, Several of you have approached me regarding Building in the Ann Arbor Area Real Estate Marketplace. There are a few concerns that the customer should have during an economic downtown.…
Tax Credit to Help with Down Payment
I was doing some reading on the Tax credit for 1st time home buyers.  Now if I am reading this right:  It states you can have a reduced amount of federal tax with held from your pay check.…
What is Investment Property?
What Is Investment Real Estate?Investment real estate is any type of real estate with the exception of the investor's personal residence(s).Examples:1. Single-family homes, condominiums, and multi-residential…
No property taxes for 25 years!?!
Whenever my husband and I walk past the building at 424 Lafayette Avenue, we check to see if anyone has moved in yet.  It’s been empty since we moved into this neighborhood over six months…
Home Inspection can be a Dangerous Business!
I was I inspecting a crawlspace of a home in an older neighborhood and while I was crawling around under the bathroom area, I kept feeling something strange under my body......not exactly dirt or a…
Truckee Tahoe Real Estate News August 2007 vs August 2008
Truckee Tahoe Real Estate News Bonnie Jessee, Realtor 530 412 3984 http://www.welcomehometruckee.com   "Sales in 2008 will be ahead of last year by 12 percent, with a further increase of 12.5 percent…
Should you have your home inspected?
Buying a home is one of the single biggest investments you will probably make.  Whether the home is a new construction or existing it is always a good idea to have it inspected by a qualified inspector. …
What is a good deal?
Greetings, I am an agent in Mukilteo, and I also sell new construction for Burnstead here in Mukilteo. I am amazed every day, when a buyer says to me. Jeanmarie I want a good deal, and when I ask…
Mortgage Rates are good.
Mortgage Rates on conventional 30 year fixed with 20% down are 6.125% as of 10/20/08.The economic crisis is scary, but remember real estate is highly localized.  The city where you are buying determines…
What A Great Reason To Be A First Time Home Buyer
The First-Time Home Buyer Tax Credit was passed this year as a part of the Housing and Economic Recovery Act.  As a mother of three young adults who will be purchasing homes, this is fantastic…
What does a buyer do first,if they want to buy a house?
A buyer must get pre-qualified by a credible lender (preferable one that holds its own loans). So that he or she does not waste time in looking at homes that they cannot afford. Ask Len for more details…
The websites you need to know when considering a move to Prosper!
Stay on top of the latest events in the growth of the dynamic small town situated 30-miles North of Dallas - the town of Prosper!Schools:www.prosper-isd.netTown:www.prospertx.orgGovernment:www.prospertx.govRetail…
THE TIME TO BUY IS NOW!!
Hello my fellow Americans,With the recent bailout a lot of Americans have become discouraged with the possibility of owning thier own home. Well I'm here to tell you that now is the absolute best…
The economy is bad, so do not buy a home now????
Maybe someone can fill me in.  I keep hearing the economy is bad so do not buy a home right now.  However I am not understanding this logic.  And there may be very good reasons.............that…
Zero Down Mortgage- Well Pretty Close!
I have clients ask if there’s any zero down mortgages left and the answer is “not many”. There’s a few local program like the “home in 5″ program but that runs out of…
Atlanta #1 for RE Buying Oppurtunities Voted By Business Week
Atlanta Is Rated by Business Week as the Number One city in America for Top Real Estate buying oppurtunties. With New Construction move in Ready bank owned homes and new construction auction properties…
Is This a Great Time To Buy, Where You Are???
 In Atlanta we have a good market, it has been touched by the national crisis but I believe it is still a good place to buy. Using a Top Producing Realtor who is up to their neck in today's challenges…
Let not anything stop you from buying NOW!
Do not be afraid to Buy NOW.You will never get back to this prices.The Mortgage requirements are not any different than what they were in the '70's and 80's. Have a Downpayment ready and buy anything you…
Home Inspections- new homes, termites, FHA and more
In this episode of the Phoenix Real Estate Advisor I interview a home inspector from Pillar to Post. Bill Rosser was kind enough to come back and answer a few more questions that listeners had about home…
Doom & Gloom or BOOM!
Did you know that up until the first quarter of 2006 the real estate market will be marked as one of the worst this country has ever seen? Let me repeat:  Up until the first quarter…
The Basics Of Buying A Home
If you know what to expect – and have a trusted team of real estate and mortgage-lending professionals to guide you – finding and financing your first home can be an exciting and rewarding…
Unfair business practices by Toll Brothers
Toll Brothers in Dublin Sorrento subdivision is engaging in unfair business practices.On October 17, 2008 I began picketing at the entrance to Toll Brother's Sorrento subdivision located at the intersection…
Positive News in the Paper
The Post&Courier reported some positive news in the our paper today. At a meeting of local Realtors, Mayor Joe Riley and Charleston County official, there was a positive forecast of over 85,000 new…
Have you seen the drop in interest rates?
We are finally seeing some good things happening with mortgage interest rates!  The FHA/Va and the conventional rates are dropping to rates that are lower than last October, 2007.(freddiemac.com) …
What to enjoy the rest of your life?
4 SEASONS SMITHVILLE offers that kind of life.  There are awesome deals RIGHT NOW....No need to look for forclosures or short sales, just look for people are need to sell NOW.  
Why NH when you are think of investing in a home?
When it comes to places to live there is no place like coming home to NH.  In centeral NH's Gateway to the White Mountains we have the best of all worlds. We are two hours to Boston, 1 hour 15 minutes…
A Buyer's Market
There aren't many times that a real bargain comes along in the housing market.  But this is one of them.  Not only are the prices right for the homes for sale, but the interest rates on the loans…
The Gas Tank Strategy
When gas prices started on their roller coaster ride a few years ago after hurricane Katrina, I would try to strategize the "when" and "where" of filling my tank. I remember everyone around me saying,…
Buyers! City Park in Denver offers value/opportunity!
The newly renovated electric fountain in City Park is complete! This dazzling fountain was origionally built in the 1920s and was the talk of the town. Once again, City Park is making the news.  This…
PROPERTY OWNERSHIP
Purchasing a property is one of the most important decisions a individual will make.No matter how small or large the pride of ownership is second to none. The legal rights of ownershipincludes the…
Buyers..what to look out for when looking at a home
 Home : Blogs : Dorene Slavitz : Dorene's Blog Buyers..what to watch out for when looking at a home 1Deep cracks in the foundation or basement walls.They can be signs that the foundation was laid…
Want to have the advantage buying a home right now?
The North Dallas suburbs are a corporate-driven buyer market.  We have companies like Exxon, EDS, Frito-Lay, JCPenney, Ericsson, Dr. Pepper/Snapple, Raytheon, Boeing, Sherwin-Williams, and others. …
$7,500 tax credit for the first time homebuyer in Philadelphia
Are you letting your clients know about the $7,500 tax credit ?There is a great opportunity for first time homebuyers to take advantage of the $7,500 first time homebuyer tax credit !!  Just in the…
First Time Home Buyers !
OK....so you are still renting.  OK....it's time to own your own home.  Payments will probably be less than your rent.Why wait....the for sale homes are at an all time high.  So...selections…
ADDI is back!!!! $10,000 Forgivable Grant from Baltimore City
The American Dream Downpayment intiative, whose funds were temporarily suspended for most of 2008, is back!This program gives low to moderate income home buyers $10,000 towards closing costs/downpayment…
Is this a good time to buy a home?
I have gotten this question many times recently and always answer with that it depends on your personal situation. Real estate runs in cycles and we are currently in the low end of the cycle where buyers…
Buying Foreclosure Property
Buying foreclosures Every bank or asset management company (the company the bank hires to sell their foreclosures) has their own set of rules. The first thing you should do is hire a good Realtor…
Avoid Real Estate Scams
Avoid being scammed!! There are several different ways people can be scammed in todays world.  Be sure that you are always thinking safety when you are in a Real Estate purchase, sale or lease;…
First Time Home Buyer? Why not buy in South Beach?
I started my real estate career in Anchorage, Alaska and found my niche helping first time home buyers.  It was so rewarding spending days and nights with clients so eager to pursue their…
Top Ten Reasons to Buy in Fort Collins Now
10. $7500 tax credit for first time home buyers. First time home buyers who meet   the qualifying guidelines may receive a tax credit for 10% of the purchase price up   to  $7500.…
Saturday Morning In Clarksville Tennessee
What a gorgeous morning here in Clarksville Tennessee. The sun is shining, there is a nice dew on the grass and the temperature is in the 50's. A morning to take a walk, a bike ride, or to simply sit on…
INFO ON PURCHASING FORECLOSURES
In our current economic market, foreclosures are on the rise.  As a result the REO market in quite active.For those of you who don't know, REO is "Real Estate Owned" and is an expression used in the…
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