Costa Mesa High School Cheer Camp Is Here
Costa Mesa High School Cheer Camp Is Here
Costa Mesa High School Cheer Camp is here for a 6th year! Estancia High School just wrapped up their successful cheer camp and now the award winning Costa Mesa
Buffalo Faces Abandoned Homes
If you live in Buffalo, NY, odds are you've seen how badly the city has been hit by home vacancies and aging properties, to put it mildly. The city had a problem before the housing crisis impacted much
Is it a good time to purchase a home right now?
I was recently asked if now is a good time to purchase a home in zip code, 92119... my response was the following,Hey John it may be a great time to purchase a home in the San Carlos area, or most any
Selling your home --- de-clutter and neutralize.
When selling you home, even though you may be very proud of the special collections you have, please remove them to storage boxes, etc. if possible.You want potential buyers to look at and appreciate your
Mortgage rates MAY go lower still!
With the economy still looking soft with no significant recovery in sight, the 10 year treasury dropped again today to 2.69%, next week it may be possible to see 30 year fixed loans BELOW 4% with no discount
A sign of the times...
About two weeks ago I received an email from my local Realtor Association, the Mainstreet Organization of Realtors. It made me sad...
The email read:
All three of the Mainstreet REALTOR® Stores will
How Do I Get My Kid Into Marin Day School?
How Do I Get My Kid Into Marin Day School?
How do I get in????Short of actual labor and delivery, getting your kid into day care in San Francisco is the most long and painful aspect of parenting a
Lazy, Hazy August
It’s always nice when a client calls up and says how happy they are in their new home. Yesterday, S.E, called me after dinner. “Do you remember me?’ of course! This lovely lady moved from
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Of the hottest 100 zip codes evaluated by ZipRealty's quarterly reporters, 91 of them were in California. By hot areas they are meaning to say the ones with the most sales above listing price. This
The new vulture investors - the game has changed
It seems as if the playing field has slowly been changing in the residential real estate investment world. Where before most of the investors were speculating and purchasing property for a quick buck,
NAR: Homeownership, Stable Communities Linked
Home owners are more active in their communities, benefit from improved education opportunities, and report higher levels of self-esteem and happiness when compared to renters, according to leading research.
Neighborhood Inprovement
Need something fun to do in Abilene? Neighborhood Improvement Event going on this Monday. 625 Jeanette will be torn down! This was a house used for cooking meth when it caught on fire. I'm sure some
Neighborhood Inprovement
Need something fun to do in Abilene? Neighborhood Improvement Event going on this Monday. 625 Jeanette will be torn down! This was a house used for cooking meth when it caught on fire. I'm sure some
Short Sales on the Rise
Sales of homes for less than the amount of their outstanding mortgage debt have tripled since 2008, particularly in California, according to a report released last Tuesday.Known as “short sales”, the
How to price your home
I attended a seminar this morning and heard a different pricing strategy that immediately raised some eyebrows in the class. This is not new but it is starting to make sense to me. I know you must
BUY AND BAIL HOMEOWNERS GET PAST THE RESTRICTIONS
Pebble Singha Certified Distressed Property Expert818-919-5656Helping home owners avoid foreclosure Hi Folks,Here is an interesting article on homeowners trying to do a "Buy and Bail". Read on.Harvey Collier,
How Many of these did YOU know about?
How many of these did YOU know about?
A sealed envelope - Put in the freezer for a few hours, then slide aknife under the flap. The envelope can then be resealed. (hmmmmmm...) ============Use Empty toilet
Epic Miami Downtown Condos
Miami Real Estate
When it comes to places to live in America, homes for sale in Miami are among some of the coveted and in-demand real estate around. Without a doubt, the luxury, details, and amenities
Funny Strories in Real Estate :)
Awakening the Giant
My buyer and her young daughter got an early start so we could see as many homes as possible. We rang the doorbell and knocked on the door of the first home, but no one answered. So
Foreclosure Information
I think it's great that people are getting help to stop their foreclosure, but what kind of help are people going to get who have already lost their homes. With the number of people who have already lost
How to find out foreclosure information?
HI there,
I see a house that has a Notice of Foreclosure and an auction date of June 4th. RealtyTrac wants me to pay to find out information, but I was wondering if there was any way I can find out the
How to find out foreclosure information?
HI there,
I see a house that has a Notice of Foreclosure and an auction date of June 4th. RealtyTrac wants me to pay to find out information, but I was wondering if there was any way I can find out the
Condo or Townhome???
I am a first time potential buyer and am trying to figure out what would be a smarter purchase: a condo or a townhome. I am looking in the Alexandria area in Virginia, and am interested in townhomes that
Finding Real Estate for Sale by Owner
If you’re looking for a good real estate deal today, the best option could be those for sale by owner. Commissions of real agents may be thousands of dollars in a home. So when sellers take on this
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When purchasing real estate for sale by owner, you need to have a mixture of caution and knowledge before entering such transaction. Here are some tips and general advice on those buyers who are considering
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Yes, the Baby Boomers are on the move and they are headed to the Rocky Mountains - from Canada to Mexico. "They" are calling the Rockies theThird Coast because it is so popular. The Boomers like the
Guide for Buying Homes
Buying a home is considered as a very daunting task, especially if this is your first time. Before anything else, you should read and research about home buying. There are a lot of books and resource
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A lot of people dream of country living, especially if they have spent most of their life in the city. However, there are hassles of finding country homes for sale these days as well as living a country
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Typically, lake homes are built as a vacation home or retirement home. Some people also consider it as an investment.Whatever reason you have, it would be nice to have a beautiful lake home in your lifetime.The
Foreclosure Listings in Harrison, Michigan 48625
Foreclosure Listings in Harrison, Michigan
This post is an update to a series I publish weekly on available foreclosure listings in the Harrison, Michigan area. I also post a series on foreclosure listings
What are your options when you can’t afford to sell?
Dear
Phyllis,
In 2005 I
purchased a townhome and made an $80,000 down payment. Because of the decline in values I owe the
bank about $40,000 more that its present value; I have lost about $120,000 in
equity.
Why hasn’t your home sold?
Dear
Phyllis,
Last year I tried
to sell my home and not much happened. A
couple of open houses, a few ads, not a lot of activity and not even one
offer. I want to sell so that I can
retire but after
Foreclosure Listings in Beaverton, Michigan 48612
Foreclosure Listings in Beaverton, Michigan
This post is an update to a series I publish weekly on available foreclosure listings in the Beaverton, Michigan area. I also post a series on foreclosure
Two Faced - the news and what it means to you
So, I'm reading my trade journal
e-news and in the VERY SAME email ... the same one ... are these two
articles:
The Worst Is Over, Some Experts
ConcludeAlthough a few areas still face some
turbulence,
Green Condos Come To Miami
Miami Real Estate
New homes for sale in Miami are getting a face-lift, on the inside, that is! The city of Miami
has embraced growing the eco-friendly housing market and is now
offering benefits and
Foreclosure Listings in Gladwin, Michigan 48624
Foreclosure Listings in Gladwin, Michigan
This post is an update to a series I publish weekly on available foreclosure listings in the Gladwin, Michigan. I also post a series on foreclosure listings
No oil here!
Despite dire news stories on environmental disaster, we on the west coast of Florida, and Sarasota in particular, are being spared from any effects of the oil spew in the Gulf of Mexico.This should remain
Can you handle a foreclosure purchase?
I'm getting a lot of inquiries on my website from buyers, particularly international buyers, about purchasing foreclosure property. All the news about foreclosures and drastically reduced prices continues
Sarasota wins hands down!
I've recently had an international property buyer decide to purchase in Tampa versus Sarasota. It was basically a price decision: there is more inexpensive inventory to choose from in Tampa.To me this
Foreclosures under $100K update
In the link below are the top 10 foreclosure single-family homes under $100K. These homes are in an area south of Fruitville to just south of Clark Road, from Tamiami Trail east to I-75.This area is
Media Hype Versus Reality: Gulf Oil Spill
I recently got involved in an exchange on this site with another local Realtor over the oil spill and it's effect on the local real estate market. By the way, this Realtor thinks a blog is a regurgitation
How the Rich and Famous Lose Their Homes
I spent hours and hours over the last couple of days doing research for an article on our site and I'm happy to finally say that it's ready for perusal!Get Famous, Get Rich, Get Foreclosed OnI did background
Appraisal valuations in SD county
Hi, I am in contract for a home which should be closing at the end of the month. However the zip is 92102 and there hasnt been much activity recently to get decent comps. There have been a lot of foreclosures
Congaree National Park Home for Sale Columbia, SC
Congaree National Park Area Home for Sale Richland County, SCHome for Sale in Richland County, SC Congaree National Park AreaReal Estate for Sale in Richland County, SC Congaree National Park Area20 miles
What is Appraised Value?
Appraisals provide an objective opinion of value, but it’s not an exact science so appraisals may differ.For buying and selling purposes, appraisals are usually based on market value — what the property
Does Moving Up Make Sense?
These questions will help you decide whether you’re ready for a home that’s larger or in a more desirable location. If you answer yes to most of the questions, it’s a sign that you may be ready to
Take the Stress Out of Homebuying
Buying a home should be fun, not stressful. As you look for your dream home, keep in mind these tips for making the process as peaceful as possible.1. Find a real estate agent who you connect with. Home
Tax Benefits of Homeownership
The tax deductions you’re eligible to take for mortgage interest and property taxes greatly increase the financial benefits of homeownership. Here’s how it works.
Assume:
$9,877 = Mortgage interest
7 Reasons to Own Your Home
1. Tax breaks. The U.S. Tax Code lets you deduct the interest you pay on your mortgage, your property taxes, as well as some of the costs involved in buying your home.2. Appreciation. Real estate has long-term,
Why You Should Work With a REALTOR®
1. You’ll have an expert to guide you through the process. Buying or selling a home usually requires disclosure forms, inspection reports, mortgage documents, insurance policies, deeds, and multi-page
5 Common First Time Home Buyer Mistakes
1. They don’t ask enough questions of their lender and end up missing out on the best deal.2. They don’t act quickly enough to make a decision and someone else buys the house.3. They don’t find the
The Worst Is Over, You may want to look now....
The Worst Is Over, Some Experts Conclude With housing recovering slowly, most economists predicted in a recent survey that it will take at least five years for average home prices to climb back to the