Metro New Jersey Market Report 1st Half 2010
1st Half 2010
Hoboken and Downtown Jersey City Real Estate Market Report
MARKET RECAP Hoboken and Jersey City Real estate sales started out with a bang in 2010 with a robust spring selling season that
The Importance of Local Lenders
I've been a broker for many years, and I have never had much of a problem with out of state lenders, until recently. For those of you who are considering purchasing a home, I'd like to share a recent
The REAL Free Annual Credit Report
After all the years I am still not a fan of credit scores. I think they are a good tool but the loan underwriter should have final say. I have seen loans that required a 700 credit score turned down because
Brand YOU, not your company!!!
Everyone needs to BRAND themselves because the market is not going to come after you!
My clients don't need to reach for a business card - they have my
info instantaneously by texting Luce to 90210 I
Anaheim Hills Statistics - August 27, 2010
If you would like to search the MLS the same way I do, email me at LesslieG@aol.com
The following statistics include real estate transactions for Anaheim Hills as of Friday, August 27, 2010.
Condo Listings,
***Especially for You ***
For real estate listings in the Gatesville, Coryell County area and a great recipe, check out the September issue of my Newsletter: http://www.wacogatesvillehomes.com/files/1584733/newsletter.pdf
KnowYourOptions.com
Fannie Mae just started a website titled KnowYourOptions.com for struggling homeowners. All the information on the site is in English and Spanish. Other features of the site include contact information
The Media and the Real Estate Market
If you haven't heard yet, the worlds coming to an end. Unemployment is at almost 9.5 %, the stock market continues to fall, and of course the dreaded Real Estate market continues to fall as foreclosures
If they only had a brain!
For the life of me I can’t understand why the banks don’t hire someone with a brain to straighten out this foreclosure mess they’ve gotten us into. And yes, it is my opinion that the banks are
4 Business Tips for Social Networking Success
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4 Business Tips for Social Networking Success Real estate professionals are no stranger to using social media to reach out to clients. Panelists
Breckenridge Home Sales Mirror National Trends
BRECKENRIDGE HOMES NEWSLETTER AUGUST 2010
The recent release of national existing and new home sales was certainly not good news. I have been quite concerned for some time that without a pickup
A Jackson County Gem
I was very pleased to see the milive.com article today about the Waterloo Recreation Area. This over 20,000 acre state owned site provides great natural beauty, parks, lakes and nearly every........For
GIG HARBOR HOME FOR SALE - BEST BUY PICK
GIG HARBOR HOME FOR SALE – BEST BUY PICK
This week’s Best Buy Home for Sale is located in Gig Harbor, WA. This two story Gig Harbor home is a Tudor style home,
was built in 1990, has 4 bedrooms,
HUD increasing rates !!! BUY BEFORE OCT 4
We have until October 4, before HUD will increase the rates borrowers pay the agency. The annual fee is expected to raise from the current rate of 0.55 percent to 0.9 percent of the total loan. The bill
Curb Appeal Helps Homes Sell Faster
Curb appeal is essential. You’ve heard it before – first impression is everything. If a home doesn’t draw a prospective buyer in from the start, it’s going to be that much harder to make them fall
Mortgage Rates Continue to Fall
Mortgage Rates Continue to Fall
Average interest on long-term mortgages slid
to a record low for the eighth time in nine weeks and could dip more.
Freddie Mac reports that 30-year fixed loans averaged
Stride Against Breast Cancer
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer is more than just the name of a walk; it describes the progress we’re making together in the fight against breast cancer. Nothing can describe the hope that is inspired
Mortgage Rates continue To Fall
Average interest on long-term mortgages slid to a record low for the eighth time in nine weeks and could dip more. Freddie Mac reports that 30-year fixed loans averaged 4.36 percent this week, down from
Park City Events This Weekend
It is hard to believe that summer is already winding down and school has officially started again. With only a few weeks left of warm temperatures Park City is buzzing with many activities to take advantage
The market can be confusing...
To say the least right now. With short sale, foreclosures, HAFA, loan modifications, negotiations, lending rules... it's enough to make you dizzy. The market can be tricky to navigate and most buyers/sellers
Fannie Mae To Prohibit "Appraisal Cutting"
Fannie Mae is banning a common practice known as "appraisal cutting," starting next week. When lenders selling loans to the firm challenge a valuation, the underwriter will have to contact the appraiser
THE ONE THAT GOT AWAY
One of mine, and most other real estate professionals for that matter, mantras to first time homebuyers is that there are plenty of fish (houses) in the sea (market). If their first attempt at a home purchase
Cheap Kitchen Renovations that Make an Impression
If you feel like you are living in the 1970's everytime you walk into your kitchen then this is a good article for you. Please don't think that you have to spend your entire savings account to renovate
To Jump Start Your Selling Possibilities...
...try working with a bank in your area to create leads and possible buyers!Here's an example of what we've been doing in Buffalo, NY!"Are you a First Time Home Buyer? If so, would you like to earn up
Short Sale Reality Check
Short Sale Reality Check
With buyers returning to the Sarasota real estate
market, we are finding that short sales are as misunderstood as
ever. Time for a short sale reality check, lets
take a look
How to Price Your Home in this Current Market
It has been stressed in many market places that "Location, Location,
Location" is the real estate mantra in order to get your home sold. It
is true that location can play a good part in getting the house
So You Think You Can Stage? Really!
I see suggestions on Trulia and other sites from well meaning people who seem to think that by watching HGTV, you too can stage your own home. Only 10% of the population can visualize something other than
InsideOut Weekends: August 27-29
Looking for something to do this weekend? Well, this city is a buzz with a number of different entertainment options. I have provided two options, one inside and one that is outside. Enjoy!InsideTake a
Two Tips for a Successful Short Sale
As I am preparing to teach another class on Short Sales another
Realtor asked me the question, WHY DON’T SHORT SALES WORK? Considering
that I am somewhat of an expert in the Short Sale process,
Rochester Hills Home for Rent
Located in the prestigious Country Club Village in Rochester Hills MI, this newly built home is now available for RENT! Ben Lang Properties is please to announce this Rochester Hills listing, as the
Pet Smells and What to do About Them
One of the biggest drawbacks to looking at a home is a pet smell. If you have a pet smell in your home it is imperative to get rid of it. First find out where the pet odor is coming from. If it is the
Home Buyer Advantage Plan Saves Thousands
Home buying can be difficult enough as you get started on all those expenses that occur just
after closing. From the need for possibly everything from a new lawn
mower to blinds, curtains, and possibly
Five New Businesse Heading to Downtown!
“Uptown
Fever” - Five new Businesses Heading to Downtown!
Five
new businesses are scheduled to open in Uptown Greenville over the
next few weeks. Located along the renovated area of Evans Street,
how old is this property.?
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This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1062346437-267-269-Tenafly-Rd-Tenafly-NJ-07670
Here’s What’s Brewing for Ann Arbor Coffee Lovers
With more than 50 individual coffee shops available to residents, it’s a fact that Ann Arbor definitely loves coffee. David Myers, owner of Mighty Good Coffee Roasting Company,
is making the most of
Geneva National condo assessments - approximation
What are the approximate assessments on a 10 year old condo or maintenance free home costing approx $200k? I realize there are many variables but Iwould like to know a range so I can pinpoint the price
Just Listed! Bank Owned 2902 Hoover, Orange, CA
Bank owned! New listing! Great four bedroom two bath home in the Presidential Tract in Orange. Just a few of this home's wonderful features include dual pane windows, french doors, marble fireplace,
Southwest Riverside County Real Estate Forcast
School started early this year, on August 11th. There is always a slowing in the Real Estate Market when school begins!
Prices rose 15% in the first two quarters of this year but the increase
Temecula Home Sales Statistics This Week
Temecula Sales Statistics from Monday through Friday, August 23, to August 27thThis week there were 50 brand New Listings posted.37 Listings Went Into Pending Status31 Listings were reported as Closed
Murrieta Weekly Sales Statistics
Murrieta, California Sales Statistics from Monday through Friday, August 23, to August 27thThis week there were 43 Brand New Listings posted.34 Listings Went Into Pending Status28 Listings were reported
Calm Down, Armageddon is Not Upon Us
By Steve HarneyThe new housing numbers have definitely been a major news story over the last 48 hours. The Dow dropped over 100 points on the announcement of July’s existing sales numbers. The cries
A Common Problem With Roof Caps For Bath Fans
I start every home inspection by giving myself a quick tour of the inside of the house to get an idea of what I need to be looking for while inspecting the exterior. While doing my brief initial walk-thru
Miami High-End Condos Experience a Miniboom
It is past half-time for 2010 Southeast Florida real estate sales. After a rocky 2009, how did 2010 weather so far, is the million dollar question many are asking. Prices started tumbling since September