5/7/2009 10:55:00 AM
Do buyers need a strong pre-approval?
In today's real estate market, bank's and other lenders have
tightened their lending standards and made it more difficult to qualify
for real estate loans. This makes it more challenging for buyers when
competing against multiple offers as we see so ...
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4/27/2009 7:05:00 PM
First time buyers: Get your $8,000 tax credit
First-Time Home Buyer $8,000 Tax Credit: 6 Things to Know 1. Eight grand, new buyers : This
credit is equivalent to 10 percent of the purchase price of the home–
although it’s capped at $8,000–and applies only to first-time home
buyers and ...
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3/25/2009 10:45:00 AM
Century 21 Premier is now 1st USA Realty
Century 21 Premier is now 1st USA Realty. 1st USA Realty is an independent real-estate brokerage that has has built a solid and successful real estate firm with a reputation for high quality customer service. 1st USA Realty is one of the most respected and ...
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12/8/2008 9:38:00 AM
Mortgage Rates Are Falling
The US Treasury purchased $600 Billion in mortgage backed securities and now interest rates are falling. The Treasury Department is also considering a plan to lower mortgage rates on loans for home purchases to 4.5%. The government has also been urged to consider ...
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12/4/2008 12:49:00 PM
Lower Interest Rates Entice Buyers To Jump Back Into The Market
With all the uncertainty in the economy over the past few months and with the real estate market plunging over the past three years, buyers have been fearful to getting back into the market and buying real estate. Of course, a lot realized that now definately ...
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12/3/2008 10:16:00 AM
Top 10 Fastest Growing Real Estate Markets
Yes, despite the current housing crisis in America, there are still parts of the country where price gains are expected in the coming year, according to Money Magazine. Here is the list. McAllen, Texas Rochester, N.Y. Birmingham, Alabama Syracuse, N.Y. Buffalo/Niagara ...
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8/10/2008 6:28:00 PM
Sellers Most Frequently Asked Escrow Questions
Here is a list of the questions I get most often about escrow. . . Q. When do I get my proceeds check? A. On the day of recording. You can request that your escrow officer either cut you a check or wire the funds . Q. Why do I have to pay interest on my loan ...
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8/4/2008 4:09:00 PM
Are you ready for your home loan application?
The home loan application requires personal and financial information. Knowing and having everything you need ahead of time helps the process move along more smoothly for you. Be prepared to provide the following to your lender: . Addresses of residences for ...
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7/31/2008 12:58:00 PM
The Appraisal Process Explained
Finally you’ve got a buyer! They love your home and want to buy it. But it’s not over yet. The process is just starting and one thing that is required is an appraisal. I’ll explain the who, what, when, where and why of appraisals for you. ...
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7/26/2008 8:37:00 AM
Should you get a home warranty? And Why?
I always suggest a home warranty to buyers and sellers. The home warranty is an insurance policy designed to protect the seller and buyer. It protects the seller during the listing period and the buyer for one year after the close of escrow, against repair ...
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