How to Choose the Best Realtor for You
Buying or selling a home can be one of the biggest financial transactions you face. It is just as important to do your research
on picking a real estate agent as it is in picking a home. Whether it is
Aloha Friday/ Maui Fireman Ocean Training.
It is Friday morning and I have family in town. So I head down to the beach on the north shore of Maui to do a little stand up paddling. As we are hitting the water the fire trucks pulls up for their
How can I see more photos?
why can't I get all the photos of this home to come up. It states there are 12 and I canonly get one to come up. I really want to see this home.
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What is a Buy-Down Mortgage?
What is a Buy-Down Mortgage?
As a buyer in the Long Beach, CA Real Estate market, you’ll find there are many different mortgage options available to you. A buy-down mortgage is one such option. This
Still promoting the doom and gloom?
So today I get an email from a client after I sent him updates on some properties he inquired about... of course, they both have multiple offers within days on the market. I've been in Los Angeles, Riverside,
Miami Real Estate Market Trend You Should Know
Many real estate experts would advise first-time homebuyers to do their research first—this is a very crucial step when looking for the perfect residence. The real estate market can easily change in
what is asking price?
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Where does the cost savings go???
We are buying a house with a price of $155,000. The appraisal came in at $151,000. We want to settle on$152,000. My question is seeing how we are gonna save 3 grand off the price where is that savings
Single Family Home Leasing Activity...
I want to buy some Single Family Home in DFW metroplex area as an investment and lease it.Where can I find leasing information and analysis about various areas in DFW metroplex ?
San Diego homes on the rise!
Looking for a house in the San Diego Area? We CAN help! CLick here or call Pete at 858-922-3377
San Diego County - San Diego County home values rose a second straight month, according to a closely watched
Dollar-for-Dollar
Are you thinking of remodeling your home? Consider the return on your investment before remodeling. Not all remodeling projects yield the same return in increasing your home’s value.
Updating your kitchen
Invest your "Nestegg" in Real Estate?
All these years our Bankers told us that we should buy CDs with our 401Ks, SEPs, & IRAs. Our Stock Brokers told us all about Mutual Funds, Stocks & Bonds. NO ONE told us that we can buy CDs,
call me 309-4530896 rose
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Selling Your Home
For most families, their home is their largest financial asset, and deciding to sell it is a big decision that involves a lot of preparation and work. When you're ready to sell it's important to have an
Buying a Home
Buying a home is an exciting and complex adventure. It can also be a very time-consuming and costly one if you're not familiar with all aspects of the process, and don't have all the best information and
Market Update: New Construction Stats Q2 2009
The last post on new construction I wrote was in May with May stats and another post comparing Q1 2008 to Q1 2009. It is time for an update.
New Home Trends - Portland Executive Summary 7-16-09 has some
My Client-First Philosophy
There are many qualities and skills that go into being an excellent real estate professional - integrity, in-depth community and market knowledge, marketing savvy, effective negotiation skills and a high-quality
Fender's Blue
The other evening on my way to an appointment, since I was early I pulled into the neighborhood park to enjoy a few minutes of quiet time. While at my rest stop, I got caught up looking and searching for
Donate Needed School Supplies - Oregon Schools
Unfortunately, many of our children won't have the necessary supplies to assist them in school this year and help them succeed. There are several places that are accepting needed new school supplies.
"Shadow" Bank Owned Inventory In Portland
Recently I wrote two posts: Market Update: Bank-Owned Properties (Foreclosures) and Market Update: Buyer’s or Seller’s Market? + June Foreclosure/Short Sale Report comparing national reports and
New Oregon Laws To Protect Homeowners
Gov. Kulongoski signed into law two new protections for homeowners in Oregon:
SB 628 brings lenders and borrowers together to explore loan modification as an alternative to foreclosure, and
HB 2189 protects
Disclosing Former Drug Houses
Many people are buying foreclosures and perhaps don't know whether or not those houses at one time had been drug labs. In addition, meth use is on the rise in Oregon despite efforts to keep needed supplies
Why Use a REALTOR® When Selling a Home?
A real estate agent can help you understand everything you need to know about the home selling process.
Not all real estate licensees are the same; only those who are members of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION
Bryan College Station Stats 2008-2009
TEXAS (Real Estate Center, CNNMoney.com) – A total of 22,511 existing homes were sold in Texas last month, a 4.8 percent decline from July 2008, according to MLS data compiled by the Real Estate Center
Why People Are Moving
Invariably when I have a house listed for sale, buyers want to know why the sellers are moving. Typically the reason has nothing to do with the house and really isn't relevant to a buyer. However,
Get Your House Ready to Show to Buyers
A house that "sparkles" on the surface will sell faster than its shabby neighbor, even though both are structurally well maintained.
From experience, REALTORS® also know that a "well-polished" house
This home was never sold in June.
The previous owners had a contract with a builder for 900,000. They got out of the contract by paying him 10,000. This home was sold for 816,000 - first sale since 1989. Previous owners sold with the
What Is Dual Agency?
What is Dual Agency? In Oregon, dual agency means that a real property transaction in which the representation of a buyer and seller, or the representation of two or more buyers, occurs within the
Bittersweet Assistance ~ Another Short Sale Closes
Today we closed escrow on
another short sale for some of my clients but they don't get any
easier. The process does but the feeling for the clients do not. It is
satisfying knowing that I have helped them
How to Set a List Price for Your Home
Setting the list price for your home involves evaluating various market conditions and financial factors. During this phase of the home selling process, your REALTOR® will help you set your list price
The Basics of Marketing Your Home
Your REALTOR®’s marketing efforts and considerations will include advertising, showing the property, how long the house has been on the market and whether you're buying another home. Your home should
Selling Your Home
For most families, their home is their largest financial asset, and deciding to sell it is a big decision that involves a lot of preparation and work. When you're ready to sell it's important to have an