When it comes to mortgage loans, knowledge is power. It is crucial that each and every home buyer who obtains or who already has a commitment with a mortgage lender must understand their personal loan, obligation, and terms in which the loan possesses. Many shy away from this, as it appears to be intimidating, and [...]
Archive | April, 2011
Pelican Marsh
Pelican Marsh is an exemplary, first-class golfing community called home to some of the most prestigious individuals in Naples, Florida. Designed by WCI and set in an Audubon Signature Sanctuary, Pelican Marsh is member-owned with over 1,000 acres nestled amidst lush and dramatic landscaping, with countless lakes and acres of nature preserves, abundant wildlife, and [...]
5 of the Most Spectacular Condos and Lofts in Phoenix, Arizona
Condominiums and lofts have long been popular in major cities across the US. In the last decade, their popularity has skyrocketed in Phoenix, Arizona. In fact, Phoenix boasts some remarkably high-end condos and lofts. From grand old buildings transformed into sleek, contemporary lofts to newly built high-rise condos sporting all the imaginable amenities, there is [...]
You Are Not Smarter Than the Market
There are an infinite number of ways to say “don’t be stupid”. You can tell a kid “that stove is hot” but unfortunately, many times the lesson isn’t learned until that kid gets a third degree burn on his hand. Here’s the equivalent real estate warning – “You are not smarter than the market”.
Gen X will lead housing recovery
When the housing market does begin to recover, Generation X adults (ages 31 to 45) will likely lead the way, according to a panel of real estate experts who delivered an educational webinar presented by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB). While Generation X is not the largest generation, it makes up roughly one-third [...]
Negligent Statement about Septic System Leads to Liability
Seller Property Information Statement ~ Boychuk and Butler SPIS ~ Boychuk and Butler Ontario Real Estate Source By Brian Madigan LL.B. This is another case involving the improper completion of a Property Condition Disclosure Statement and the remedies that are available afterwards. This PCDS document is much like the Seller Property Information Statement used [...]
Furnished Homes – A Win-Win For Sellers And Buyers?
A recent article in the Wall Street Journal’s SmartMoney Magazine on retirees’ struggles with clearing out a lifetime’s worth of accumulated possessions as they downsize got me thinking. (Read the full article by Missy Sullivan here: “You’ve Got It. Now, Can You Sell It?” ) Today’s buyers want move in ready homes. Today’s sellers don’t [...]
What to Know before Buying a Fixer Upper
Have the extra cash and considering buying a fixer upper? Before venturing in that direction, it is vital to weigh the pros and cons of buying a fixer upper. The art of seeing the potential in a fixer upper is well exactly that, an art. Many buyers of Naples real estate prefer to purchase a [...]
Buyer’s Opportunity to Examine Condo Documents Relieves Seller From Liability
Seller Property Information Statement ~ Sask and Brooke SPIS ~ Sask and Brooke Ontario Real Estate Source By Brian Madigan LL.B. This was a case heard in the Supreme Court of British Columbia and it involved the Property Condition Disclosure Statement, which is similar to Ontario’s Seller Property Information Statement. Briefly, the plaintiff as [...]
Don’t Make These Mistakes When Selling Your Home
Mistake #1 – Bad Price = No Deal As a seller, it’s important to feel you’re getting what you deserve out of the sell price of your home. I completely understand, but many sellers fail to understand that a home that is overpriced, even just slightly, will not sell. In fact, if you price your [...]
Increases in Toronto House Prices (2011 ~ First Quarter)
Toronto House Price Increases in 2011 Ontario Real Estate Source By Brian Madigan LL.B. The market always moves up sharply in the Spring, but over the winter months the market moved up 6.82%. In January, the average price of a single family home in the GTA was $427,037. At the end of March, it reached $456,147. [...]
Price Your Roy Utah Home Right: Stop Chasing The Market
The Roy Utah real estate market is showing signs of recovery but there’s an underlying theme for homes that are sold. They either were priced really well from the start and sold rather quickly, or they lingered on the market for a long time finally being sold after multiple price reductions. So what does it [...]
South Florida Housing Starts Appear Ecouraging
Experts say a slow, arduous comeback is in sight
Foreclosure Scams Duping Citizens Out of Hope and Money
It is a homeowner beware world right now with foreclosure scams, short sale scams etc. If you are in a distressed situation, be careful who you give your money and legal documents to. Check around, talk to your BBB and Attorneys General.
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$10000 California First Time Home Buyer and New Home Tax Credit Extended
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Unite Against the Sarasota MLS Board
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Short Sale Heaven Coming April 5th 2010
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The Lones Group – Real Estate Social Media Marketing Firm – Sues Agent For Being A Zebra
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California Senate Bill 94 (SB94): Passes; Not even Attorneys can do it!
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