Home Buying—blogs page 62

FHA Refinance Streamline
The news has been filled with an amazing variety of good and bad about the real estate industry lately. There has even been some information about Foreclosures and even FHA home loans which may not have…
Disappointment Creates Opportunity
Roosevelt Collection, a 342 unit new construction condo building in Chicago’s South Loop is now going to be rental apartments according to this week’s Crain’s Chicago. Many new construction buildings…
Hang on to trust and faith in America!
As I try to wrap my mind around the economic condition of the nation, the element that is hanging by a thread is trust.  The days when a good person got up and went to their job, did good work, and trusted…
The Top Ten website for Mobile Homes, Park Homes and Manufactured Homes in Arizona
We've compiled a list of the "Top Ten" websites on the topic of Mobile Homes, Park Homes and Manufactured Homes in Arizona. The results are posted below in no particular order along with the page title,…
First-Time Home Buyers Benefit from Tax Credit
TAX CREDIT FOR FIRST-TIME HOME BUYERSWith the attractive new $8,000 federal tax credit, first-time home buyers have a great reason to buy that first home.  The new tax credit enables "first-time home…
Congress Weighs Tax Credit Expansion
 Hello Everyone,Just a word about the new bill that has passed legislation and is now in congress to increase the tax credit to $15,000.00 from $8000.00 without a salary cap and available to anyone not…
Pending Home Sales Up Again!
Pending Home Sales Up for Three Months in a Row WASHINGTON, June 02, 2009 Record low mortgage interest rates boosted pending home sales for the third consecutive month, with some benefit now from the…
2009 First Time Home Buyer Tax Credit Bridge Loan
The 2009 tax credit can be used to help pay closing costs on a home loan. This can be done by through a bridge loan that will be repaid either monthly or when you file your taxes. The bridge loan can help…
FREE HOME BUYER WORKSHOP
Before You Look At Another House, There are 10 Things You Should Know About Buying In Reno Or Sparks (If you don’t, it could cost you thousands of dollars)     FREE HOME BUYER CLASS This 10 Things…
After Nine Months Our Co-Op Finally Closes
It was with a great deal of satisfaction that I approached the Empire State Building for the closing of a two bedroom co-op we had sold for an associate broker in our office.Our buyers had missed our…
Looking to Buy a Luxury Home? New Exciting Jumbo Loan Available!!
This is exciting news that I just received by email from my mortgage guy -- it was definitely worth a 2nd blog for today...Tremendous New Jumbo Rates! 4.5% 5/1 ARM or 5.0% 7/1 ARM. Up to $3,000,000 Loan…
90 day Moratorium, not again!!?? 6/15/2009 House lottery! steve eveleth
Another 90 day moratorium on foreclosures?  Help or hurt? Steve Eveleth StevesHomeSearch.com Another attempt to band aid the open wound. The pres says he doing this to put pressure on lenders to work…
Desert Mountain Short Sales and Foreclosures - Seven Lots Available
There are currently SEVEN custom home lots for sale in Desert Mountain Arizona that are either short sales or foreclosures. Some of these properties are unbelievable deals. They start at $99,000 for a…
Mt. Pleasant, SC Townhouse Communities
Looking for townhouses for sale in Mt. Pleasant, SC?  This area has so many good options for home buyers to choose from right now.  And, with all of the assessments going on with some of the condo communities…
Foreclosures in Desert Mountain Scottsdale AZ
The foreclosures for sale in Desert Mountain Arizona sell fast! There are currently only 4 foreclosures on the market. They range from a 3 bedroom patio home with beautiful golf views for $559,000 to a…
Newer Houses for Sale in Mt. Pleasant, SC
Mt. Pleasant SC has a larger selection of new homes compared to older homes.  In fact, the overwhelming majority of homes in this area were built in the past 15 years.  And, comparing Mt. Pleasant to…
Old Village Homes and Established Communities in Mt. Pleasant, SC
Most of the Mt Pleasant real estate inventory is made up of newer homes that have been built since 1995.  So, it can be difficult to find an older home in an established neighborhood.  I have included…
Proposed $15,000 Tax Credit, Renovation Lending, and What It Means to You
It is currently breaking news across the country that Congress is seriously considering enacting a $15,000 tax credit for home purchases.  This proposed credit is not just for first time homebuyers. So…
FOUST Team in the news lately
A strong web presence continues to pay off as we've:   -Had quite a few of some of our clients homes go from active to sold this week plus -Gained an opportunity to help some of the home buying public…
Learn from the Rich and Famous
Learn from the Rich and Famous "Warren Buffet's Words of Wisdom" "Be Fearful When Others Are Greedy. Be Greedy When Others Are Fearful" WARREN BUFFET Warren Buffet in his Wisdom is a majoriety stock holder…
Looking for neighborhood information - Walk Score & Drive Score are great options
Imagine moving into your dream home and then finding out that you moved to a location that is in the middle of nowhere. There are no options nearby to walk to the store and your favorite food market is…
What's Happening In Swiss Manor, Paradise Hills, Shadow Mountain, Skyline & Mt. Elden Foothill (Flagstaff, AZ)
Here is a list of properties for sale, sale pending properties and sold properties(from the beginning of the year) for Swiss Manor, Paradise Hills, Shadow Mountain, Skyline&Mt. Elden Foothill in Flagstaff, Arizona. …
Supply is decreasing. When will prices go up?
Is the BUYER’s MARKET ending? Posted by John Wirsing under For Buyers, For Sellers, For Realty Professionals, General Information I just saw a statistic about the latest numbers about the existing…
Flippin' Short Sales
I will never forget reading a sign that was posted on the Venetian Causeway a couple of years ago. The pitch was something along these lines - “Do You Have Excellent Credit? Need Fast Cash? Help…
Young homeowners gain despite stagnant economy
Young homeowners gain despite stagnant economy ST. LOUIS, Mo. – June 15, 2009 – If the real estate bust has a bright side, it’s this: People like Lilly Thomas, Stephanie Driskell and Dexter Wuller…
The Pool is Open and Ready for Cool Summer Fun!
Come home and relax by the pool at your own private retreat in the country. Great home for entertaining complete with a 1 bedroom 1 bath guest house by the pool. The main home has a great room that…
Where should the Lakers move?
I used to watch the Lakers play with a mix of disdain and secret entertainment -- but over the past several weeks, now it's really just the latter.  And with their (frankly, unexpected) win over the Orlando…
You Just Signed a Contract to Buy a Hoboken Condo, Now What?
Last week my client Harris signed a contract to purchase a condo in Hoboken. After he finished reviewing the contract and signing all of the documents, he turned to me and said, “Now what?” Deciding…
The Most Critical Question To Ask Yourself When Buying A Home!
First let me thank you for reading my blog! Since I have been a real estate agent, I have come across a BIG problem with the majority of buyers looking for a home. When you go out to find a home there…
Investors - Take Note of Discounted Properties
New Haven Homes, LLC We are a business that comes across properties as deep discounts and currently are seeking investors to add to our contact list. We specialize in the New Haven County Area, mainly…
Tax credit reform
Washington Report: Housing Tax Credit by Kenneth R. Harney A campaign to extend and expand the housing tax credit officially got underway on Capitol Hill last week. Bills have now been introduced in both…
How to Make Buying a Home in Knoxville Easy and Stress Free, by Experienced Knoxville Real Estate Professional, Troy Stavros
Buying a new home can be either a very stressful experience or a very enjoyable experience. If you’re going through the process unprepared and not knowing what to expect, chances are you’ll find the…
New Construction Tax Credit Running Low!
I read this morning an interesting article (link below) from CNNMoney.Com. The state set aside $100 million to help home buyers purchasing newly built homes and about 20%of the pot is left. According to…
My real estate "Mission Statement"
Here is my "Mission Statement" for real estate . . . Dedication to the highest quality real estate service, delivered with absolute honesty, genuine friendliness, personal integrity, company pride, and community…
Getting Pre-Approved for a Mortgage
Whether they know it or not, buyer's and seller's depend on Realtor's.  Some buyer's may not know how important a Pre-Approval can be.  When agressively searching for a home, a buyer may find the right…
Coronado Best Buys List, 6.15.09
Greetings! In Coronado right now, there are 20 properties currently in escrow, and new listings coming up every day. We are also seeing a few more well-priced distress sales, including short sales and…
Free First Time Home Buyers' Seminar Los Angeles, CA
Free!Tuesday  - June 23, 2009 7pm - 8:30 at 5900 Wilshire Blvd Suite 610, LA 90036 across from the LACMA - FREE Learn about the process of buying your 1st home with professional Realtors (me!), Mortgage…
FHA Streamline Mortgage
VA Streamline Refinance Program (aka The VA IRRRL Program) The VA Streamline Refinance is designed to help veterans secure the lowest fixed interest rate available and is also known as the VA Interest…
Making the right choice for you in choosing a mortgage.
How to decide which mortgage is right for you or Step 2 in 1st time home ownership process.   Shopping for a mortgage is a bit like stepping into an ice cream parlor with chocolate chip on your mind…
Free Seminar for Baton Rouge Area Homebuyers
 FREE 1st Time Home Buyers Seminar Offered The Sandy Ogburn-Sandlin team at Re/Max Excellent Properties will be hosting a first time home buyer seminar June 23rd @ 6 p.m. The seminar will cover topics…
New Homeowner's Tax Credit Can Get You Settled in Your Prairieville Home
Maybe you have heard lately about using the $8,000 first time homebuyer's credit as a downpayment.  This sounds great at first hearing, but when the details were announced by HUD on May 29, it's clear…
Selling Your Baton Rouge Home When You Want to Be a Buyer Too
  With all the emphasis on first time buyers this year, the great opportunities for sellers in this current market are often neglected.  People sell homes because they want to move on - to a bigger…
Finding an Affordable Prairieville Home
After the problems of the last few years, new home buyers are encouraged to buy "affordable homes," a very attainable goal in the Ascension - East Baton Rouge area. Five years ago, lenders encouraged home…
How to Claim the $8,000 Home Buyer Tax Credit of 2009
kevin pellatiro (615)714-7918 (client comments) from author Flexo from Consumerism Commentary blog:Thanks to the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, formerly known as the “stimulus bill,”…
Luxury Estate Homes for Sale in Cary NC
Here are a few Homes the Pat Hensley Group at ReMax United are currently marketing...View all Cary and Raleigh area homes for sale at www.TriangleNC.com  $800,000   1917 Olde Mill Forest ...close to…
Animoto video for new listing at 223 Julie Lane Hampshire Illinois
We just listed this property. Please visit our website www.2modagents.com if you would like more information.Have a wonderful day!
Why the perfect time to buy might have come and gone
Today's story in The Star-Ledger:http://bit.ly/8n9X3
A Quick Mortgage/Real Estate Update for Homebuyers and Realtors
Current Interest Rates: Conventional Purchases - 5.5% 30 Yr Fixed ($200K loan, 20% down, 5.65% APR) FHA Purchases - 5.625% 30 Yr Fixed ($144,750 Base Loan, 3.5% down, 6.3% APR) Jumbo - Hot! Hot! Hot! 5.0%…
Is $15K to ANY Buyer Enough for a Housing Market Rebound?
The $8,000 first-time home buyer tax credit has inspired marginal activity from home buyers since it was instated earlier this year. But it seems many Americans are still holding back, waiting for prices…
California's Tax Credit For New Homes Almost Gone
 According to this article from today's Wall Street Journal , only 12,000 applications  for California's tax credit for new homes will be accepted for qualified  buyers . As of June 10, 9,000 appilications…
With so much info on real estate, here are the basics on how to buy a home in this market
We all know the old adage about real estate: Location, Location, Location. It’s true, but it is also very subjective. The companion adage is a bit harsh, but also true: “One man’s trash is another…
Cape Coral Florida Real Estate Site Updated Information
All information was update today for our site. Be sure to save to your favorites or bookmark.http://www.SellCapeCoralFlorida.com
Statesville NC E-Newsletter for Buyers
Sonya's News for Buyers and Sellers   Every Day I am bombarded with information in my email from Real Estate, Mortgage and other resouces for buyers.  I have decided that since I will be reading and…
How to Win a Multiple Offer Bid in Knoxville Without Losing Your Shirt, by Troy Stavros, Real Estate Expert
One of the worst things that can happen during the home buying process in Knoxville is to finally find your dream home, only to discover that someone else is already bidding on it. When this happens, how…
One of lifes most important experiences
  Buying real estate is one of the most important experiences in any person`s life. Choices, wise or otherwise, made when choosing a home or investment will affect the quality of your life for years to…
The Home Inspection
The Home Inspection In the Northern Illinois area, the real estate sales contract includes a professional home inspection.From the current sales contract:PROFESSIONAL INSPECTIONS: Buyer may secure at…
$8000 First Time Buyer Credit
Bringing the Dream of Homeownership Within Reach I have waited to post this info since, the last time the program was announced it was removed and now, finally, we can rely on it’s use.   I have added…
Free Home Buyer Seminar
Buying a Home in Today's MarketWhen: Saturday, June 27Time: 11:00 amWhere: West End Library, 2nd Floor, 1101 - 24th Street, NW, Washington DCDescription: You never have a second chance to buy your first…
Success! Buyers Find a Second Home in Sunny South Florida
May 2009 Eric and Sarah had one goal - to escape the cold winters of Maine and spend time in sunny south Florida. As avid sailors, they had been to Stuart twice and knew that this town was the place for…
How To Hire A Plano Buyers Agent
If you are considering investing in your own Plano home it is imperative that you hire a Buyer’s Agent to represent your interest.  Most prospective buyers don’t realize that the listing agent, the…
$8,000 tax credit (Franklin Homes for sale)
Franklin homes for sale at www.Sstrickhausen.com for all your Real Estate needs! We have a free Franklin MLS search and Nashville MLS Search. Time is closing for the tax credit. Stephen StrickhausenKELLER…
Real Estate Buyers Beware!
Real Estate Investors BEWARE!   There is a new guideline implemented by Fannie Mae to restrict investors from purchasing a Fannie Mae REO (Real Estate Owned) and turning around and selling it for a profit…
The Truth About Short Sales and Foreclosures
Think a short sale or foreclosure  is a bargain? Think Again! Here’s the reality. You are in a bidding war! Imagine that!  I guess the market has bottomed if buyers are willing to be the highest bidder.…
Got Questions about the $8000 First Time Homebuyer Credit?
I'm so surprised about how may people are confused about the $8000 first time homebuyer tax credit.  I myself had many questions so I recently attended a seminar on it.  I was amazed to find out how…
Why Can't I Buy a Bank Owned Home for the List Price?
They are all doing it:  Short Sales, REO's, Foreclosures, and Bank owned;  price the home below market, and generate lots of Buyers to see the property.  Then, the offers come in sooner, and if they…
$8000 tax credit for first time home buyers
 $8000 tax credit for first time home buyers made easy! Like many real estate professionals, I've been getting a lot of questions about the $8000 first time home buyers tax credit. As always, consult…
Buying Up in Westchester County New York
 If you want to buy a larger house now is the best time to do it!  Mortgage rates are still at a historical low and there are many houses on the market to choose from.  Many families are concerned…
Multiple Offers? How to Make Yours Stand Out
In today's market in my area, there are often multiple offers on a single property. And if the property is an REO (Real Estate Owned)/foreclosed property, potential buyers are often asked to submit their…
Free First-Time Homebuyer's Seminar
Join us at our COMPANYWIDE First-Time Homebuyers Seminar! Mark your calendar! June is "First-Time Homebuyers Month" at Prudential New Jersey Properties and we're celebrating with a Companywide Seminar…
Is It the Right Time to Buy a Home?
Yes, it definately is the right time to buy!  Interest rates are projected to increase, the Recession is coming to an end (according to J.P. Morgan and Wells Fargo). Find a realtor, find the home you…
Ready to Buy?
  If you think you are ready to become a homeowner ask yourself the following questions. 1.  Have you researched the market?  Knowing what homes are selling for in the area can help you determine…
Why Invest In Real Estate?
Why Invest your Retirement Funds into Real Estate? The answer is easy if you understand the advantages of having part of your portfolio in Real Estate. When we invest in Real Estate, we get returns…
Utah Mortgage
If you live in Utah and are considering buying a new home, chances are you are wondering what the new 8000 tax credit means in your situation. If you are interested in possibly purchasing a new home anywhere…
New Home Buying 101 Consumer Website!
Click the link above to the new Homebuying 101 website on Protecting your home.  This website is full of wonderful inforamtion on home closing tips!  This site links you to information on the closing…
Short Sale Q & A
What Happens in a Short Sale   A 뱒hort sale?refers to a situation where the owner of the home does not have enough equity in the property and not enough cash or liquid assets to be able to sell the…
How to Make Your Offer on a Home STAND OUT!
I get calls all the time from buyers who say they are DONE with their current agent.  They tell me their current agent is not doing a good job because they have made multiple offers on homes and they…
What Are You Getting When You Buy A Home?
It seems that the best real estate blog articles are born from the comments and questions of the readers and subscribers. It makes sure that the content is not only fresh, but it is also based upon the…
Ann Arbors inventory gap is closing! Read more! MAY's Real Estate Stats Are IN!
Hi there Gang! I thought I would kill 2 birds with 1 stone! May Statistics from the A2 Board. Press Release. June 9, 2009Ann Arbor Area Board of REALTORS®Sales figures for May show 233 residential units…
Multi-Family Units and the Federal Tax Credit
I learned something new today regarding the Federal Tax credit for first time home buyers (defined as not owning a home in the past 3 years.) If you purchase a 2-family unit as your primary residence,…
Pre-Qualification vs. Pre-Approval
Many homebuyers consider the terms "preapproval" and "prequalification" interchangeable. However there is a big difference. "Prequalification" is a basic review of one's financial situation to determine…
In doubt about how states apply $8,000 first time home buyer tax credit? Go to the main source
So many people are blogging about the good news....but are we all getting the right answers? When I researched the $8000 tax credit for first time home buyers, I came across so many posts, that it became…
Logan Utah Homes For Sale
If your looking for an easy to use website to look for homes, my Logan Utah Homes for sale website is exactly what you need. I have done usability tests to ensure my Logan Utah homes for sale website is…
7 Steps to Improving Your Credit Score
New post on my website: http://www.we-promise.com/blog/?p=1439
Buying a home in Yuma? Be sure to read this first...
Howdy! My name is Dan Navy, I am a Realtor with Coldwell Banker-Crimson Sky Realty serving Yuma County. I have lived in Yuma for around 13 years now so I am very familiar with the local market. I have…
Federal 1st Time Home Buyer Tax Credit.... Time is ticking away....
Today I was asked - when does the Tax Credit run out for 1st Time Home Buyers?  They wanted to know if it was the end of year or the end of November.  They also wanted to know if it was "Under Contract"…
This Month In Real Estate (US): June 2009
FACT:There are 13% fewer homes on the market than the same time last year. Thenumber of homes on the market did increase from the previous month, but thisis typical as more sellers tend to enter the market…
HOME SOLUTION MAN™ LLC l 6 Creative Ways to Afford a Home
6 Creative Ways to Afford a Home 1. Investigate local, state, and national down payment assistance programs. These programs give qualified applicants loans or grants to cover all or part of your required…
HOME SOLUTION MAN™ LLC l Pro & Cons of Condos & Townhouses
Pros&Cons of Condos&TownhousesCondominiums and townhouses offer an affordable option to single-family homes in many markets, and they're ideal for those who appreciate a maintenance-free lifestyle.…
Lodi and Galt stats for the last 7 days
No big changes this week except Galt bank owned homes went from 19 last week to 28 this week. 110 people owned houses in Lodi for sale at average price per square foot of $225. 101 short sales, 40 bank…
Ranch home in Surry, VA on over an Acre of Land!
http://www.postlets.com/res/2351417This is Country Living at  its finest! Located in the beautiful and peaceful county of Surry. Lovely Ranch home that has been well maintained! This home has much…
Finding & Buying Bank-Owned REO Properties
Investors and buyers here in Orange County and Southern California have found discounts in REO bank-owned properties since the first of this year.  And more investor opportunities will improve if…
How To Find Homes With Owner Financing
I was looking through a list of reader questions and found one that really stood out. This reader was wondering how to find homes for sale where the seller was offering some or all seller financing. Seller…
First Time Homebuyers - $8000 tax credit now available upfront
Planning to purchase your first home is a step in the right direction.  There has never been a better time to buy.  The new $8000 tax credit is available towards closing costs, interest rate buydowns…
Beware of scam artists trying to build their database for REO & Short Sale Homes
Beware of lot of agents out there who are giving REO&Short Sale Homes List claiming they are an expert in this field.  Few things that you need to look at:1. How long have they been doing Short Sales…
Nampa Idaho Parade of Homes starts this weekend. (Video Tour)
2009 Canyon COunty Parade of Homes Buidler Contact Subdivision Address   Coleman Homes Thomas Coleman West Highlands Middleton, ID 1811 Horseshoe Canyon Drive   Hunter Homes   Greenlinks…
Don't Get Discouraged Buyers!
Calling all buyers, please don't give up out there.  Like I have mentioned before, I get buyers all the time wanting to find another agent because they feel that their current agent is not doing a good…
What is an Idaho Custom Home Builder?
learn more- www.BuildIdaho.com
Preparing Buyers for the Short Sale Wait
Short Sales are so frustrating for everyone, but none so much as for the buyers. When a home buyer writes an offer on the home, they often spend a sleepless night wondering, hoping, praying...."Will we…
Adjusting For Cost Of Living Differences When You're Moving To A New City
Moving to a new metropolitan area requires adjustments. There’s new streets to learn, new weather patterns to get used to, and new social cultures to assimilate. There’s also new costs. Just like home…
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