Is the Pendulum Swinging?

December 2, 2009 by · Leave a Comment 

According to the National Association of REALTORS (NAR), we have seen pending home sales rise for the ninth month in a row now.  The Pending Home Sale Index is an indicator that looks forward based upon properties that were put under contract (or pending) the month previously. In this case it would be for October [...]

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What Should I Buy?

August 6, 2009 by · Leave a Comment 

When I work with a prospective purchaser of real estate, I always want to find the best possible match for you. Is it in the right price range?  I always insist that a buyer be pre-qualified to determine their borrowing power.  It helps me pick the right properties, and you to know where you stand [...]

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New Rules Give Buyers More Protection At Closing

July 24, 2009 by · Leave a Comment 

There are new Federal consumer protection rules that take effect July 30, 2009 affecting those applying for a loan to purchase a primary or secondary home, or if you are refinancing. It’s not been given a lot of publicity, so if you are considering making a purchase and getting a new loan, or possibly refinancing [...]

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