In today’s buyers market, home-selling clients are always asking me what they can do to help their homes stand apart from the competition. As a Member of the Top 5 in Real Estate Network(R), I have seen how effective home staging can make all the difference in not only a quicker sale but a more […]
Buying a foreclosure or REO property in Boulder?
Making an offer on a bank-owned property is not something to be taken lightly. Should you have any questions regarding real estate in Boulder, Colorado, call me or send me an e-mail. What’s an REO? “REO” is Real Estate Owned. These are houses which have been through foreclosure that the bank or mortgage company presently […]
What is the “Sub-Prime Meltdown” and what does it mean to you?
The latest hot button topic in the national media headlines is the “Sub-Prime Lending Market Meltdown”. The media loves doom and gloom and this is yet another opportunity for them to predict financial ruin for our housing market and national economy. While this is overblown there are ramifications for which you should prepare yourself. A […]
Top 5 Tips for Securing an Accurate Appraisal
When it comes to buying or selling property, a successful outcome often hinges upon an accurate appraisal. Unfortunately, due to unrest in the appraisal industry sparked by government guidelines imposed by the Home Valuation Code of Conduct (HVCC), securing an accurate appraisal can be hard to come by these days. Colleagues have shared many a […]
Is Buying a Foreclosure Really a Bargain? What You Need to Know
In today’s tumultuous economy, it’s no surprise that there are foreclosure properties to be found in just about every community across America—even ours. While a terrible hardship for homeowners to endure, foreclosures can present a unique opportunity for first-time home buyers and investors looking to purchase a “bargain-priced home” with the potential for building instant […]
Shopping for a Condo? Ask These 4 Questions before You Buy
Condominium homes have always been, and will likely always be, an efficient and economical route to becoming a first-time homeowner. They can offer the comfort, prestige, and even luxury appointments that apartment living may lack, often at a cost that is not much different than rent. With the current first-time home buyer tax credit and […]
First Time Buyer Tax Credit Extended and Expanded to Move-up Buyers
The big news today is that the First Time Buyer Tax Credit was extended and expanded to include move up buyers. Here is the link to the new release from the National Association of Realtors: http://images.skem1.com/client_id_5040/attachments/NAR_Tax_Credit_Brief.pdf We should have more details in the next few days so feel free to give my office a call […]
1st Time Homebuyer Credit Expiring Soon!
The First-time Homebuyer’s Credit of 2009 is currently due to expire on December 1st, 2009. There is still time to take advantage of this great Tax CREDIT which is equal to 10% of the purchase price of your home up to $8,000! Click here for an informational brochure on the First-time Homebuyers Credit and then […]
First Time Buyer Tax Credit and Down Payment
Under the guidance, FHA-approved lenders can develop bridge loans that home buyers can use to help cover their closing costs, buy down their interest rate, or put down more than the minimum 3.5 percent. The loans can’t be used to cover the minimum 3.5 percent, senior HUD officials told reporters on a conference call Friday […]
HASP: Homewoner Affordability and Stability Plan
2009 has been a year of new words. HASP means Homeowner Affordabilty and Stability Plan This plan is for helping those with Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac loans. If you meet all the qualifcations, you may be able to refinance a high Loan to Value loan using guidelines not previously allowed at an attractive interest […]