Real estate sellers and buyers are many times confused about the role of the real estate agents involved in their transaction, who each agent represents and agency relationships. Many states require that agents give buyers and sellers an agency disclosure form at their first face-to-face meeting. This form is not a contract; it is simply [...]
Looking at Homes in the County
Realtors are eager to show buyers homes as soon as they are ready to start looking. Generally, the buyers will choose a couple of homes to look at and their agent will pull up a list of similarly homes to show them. The challenge is that the buyers might not like any of the homes [...]
Another Torn Up Forclosure Waiting to Bite an “Investor”
This Atlanta foreclosure is a duplex with a truly split personality, each has an identical floor plan but conditions couldn’t be more opposite. The unit in the video is now bank owned and requires a complete remodel down to the moldy studs. This Atlanta foreclosure appears to have been impacted by a fire in the [...]
Underwater Mortgages – Read beyond the Headlines
Another week, another report about problems in the Atlanta real estate market. This one courtesy of Zillow and the “must read” headline is that half of Atlanta mortgages are underwater. As always, it’s a good idea to take a few minutes and get past the headline. While not entirely healthy, things are getting better. From [...]
Remember Why You Have Monday Off
Remember why you have Monday off. When you’re stumbling out of bed shaking off a hangover from the night before, think about some kid humping 80lbs of gear that had neither a beer nor bed. When you’re stuffing your face with burgers, dogs and beer think for a second about how that dried beef patty [...]
FIABCI-USA Announces Prix d’Excellence Awards
The USA Chapter of FIABCI, the International Real Estate Federation, FIABCI-USA, is accepting nominations of real estate projects for its inaugural Prix d’ Excellence Awards presented in conjunction with the Wall Street Journal. This highly prestigious award, sponsored by the National Association of REALTORS®, recognizes real estate developments created by American Development Teams from all [...]
BANKRUPTCY MAY ASSIST IN FINANCIAL STRESS
Bankruptcy is an option for some people who are overwhelmed by their debt. At times, stress is caused from debt related issues. This stress can lead to illness, loss of employment or even divorces. One could possibly avoid all the above mentioned issues by relieving their stress. Many times, filing bankruptcy is ones best option. [...]
FORECLOSURE FRAUD AND THE $25 BILLION NATIONAL MORTGAGE SETTLEMENT
The record $25 Billion Dollar National Mortgage Settlement Agreement signed earlier this year involved 5 big lenders. According to recent reports, the Federal Reserve is now adding another 8 to the list. According to officials 8 firms will be faced with fines and penalties due to flaws and irregularities. They include the following: -SunTrust Bank [...]
Lower Three Arch Bay Laguna Beach Community
The Lower Three Arch Bay community in Laguna Beach is well known among local residents but those not familiar with the Laguna Beach Real Estate market have probably never heard of this term. The Three Arch Bay community is one of the oldest communities in Laguna Beach, CA, with many historic oceanfront homes that still [...]
Understanding Maui Micro Markets
For those interested in Wailea real estate, it is critical to be cognizant of current market conditions, trends, and news, particularly broken down to a micro-market level. Our last Maui real estate update detailed decreasing inventories, which is resulting (anecdotally) in buyers across virtually every price point facing more competition for available properties, particularly for [...]
Ocean View Homes For Sale Near The Victoria Beach Area
Have you decided to make 2012 the year to buy a home in Laguna Beach? If not, then you need to start getting out more, especially if it is your plan in the coming year to get a great home at a great price. And as a bit of a side note, if you haven’t [...]
New Jersey Real Estate Sales Clouded By Sky-High Property Taxes
For many of New Jersey’s suburban communities, soaring property taxes have placed the real estate market in a state of gridlock. Though sensible realtors often encourage sellers to reduce their liability by filing a tax appeal prior to listing their home, buyers are often reluctant to purchase such homes, as they cannot be guaranteed a [...]
Homes for sale in Mesa, AZ
Homes for sale in Mesa, AZ I am often times asked the question from buyer’s looking to relocate into Mesa, Arizona of, how is the real estate market there? My first sentence – and preliminary answer – to them is this, “Let’s just say that homes for sale in Mesa, AZ are on FIRE!” Mesa [...]
Emerald Terrace Homes Offer Alternatives To Emerald Bay
If you have considered moving into the Laguna Beach area, then you have probably heard the term “Emerald Bay.” This gated community is where some of the area’s best and brightest choose to call home. With all that this area has to offer in terms of scenery, safety and amenities, it is no wonder people [...]
Whether to Buy or Lease that is the Question?
Blog – Do I Buy or Rent – May 2012 May 15, 2012 Do I Rent or Buy? That is the question! Well especially in Houston, where I am a Real Estate Broker and I might say a Broker with a cause. Now with my Eco-Broker license I find myself trying to [...]
Homes for sale in Casa Grande AZ
Casa Grande, AZ Have you been thinking about search for homes for sale in Casa Grande AZ as of late? Would you be surprised to learn there are only 48 homes for sale in Casa Grande AZ with HOAs, 41 homes for sale without HOAs? This is does not include active adult communities and only [...]
HUD homes in Gilbert AZ
HUD homes in Gilbert AZ The housing market is Gilbert, AZ is alive right now with the real estate economy turning back on. Some smart buyers are finding HUD homes in Gilbert AZ as great real estate deals to be hand. The competition for HUD homes in Gilbert AZ is currently increasing. Gilbert AZ has [...]
Find peace in Keller, the premier location for you next home!
[Keller_logo_green] The upscale cityof Keller has been ranked as one of the best places to live in Money Magazine. The suburb located just to the north of Fort Worth has a population of 40,000 residents according to a census conducted in 2010. It has a racial makeup of more than 90 percent white, with the next two largest ethnicities of Asian and African American at fewer than two percent respectively. Out of almost nine thousand households, more than 80 percent were married, and only 11 percent of homeowners did not have a family.
Distressed Sales Continue to Hammer Atlanta Values
The impact of distressed homes on the greater Atlanta housing market is a significant one. They are present in force and their impact influences every aspect of the Atlanta real estate market, they are expected to be around for the foreseeable future. The charts below illustrate just how significant an impact distressed homes have on [...]
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