Monthly Archives: January 2015

Why Have Interest Rates Dropped?

Posted on January 29, 2015 by

The headlines agree mortgage interest rates have dropped substantially below initial projections. Many who are considering purchasing a home, or moving up to their dream home, might think that they should wait to buy, because rates may continue to fall. … Continue reading →

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First Fun Day Monday!!!

Posted on January 28, 2015 by

  On Monday the February 2nd, 2015 I will have the first Fun Day Monday! I am so excited to share this with you! What is Fun Day Monday? Glad you asked 🙂 You will get an email with one … Continue reading →

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What Does It Really Mean To Be ‘Represented’ By A REALTOR®?

Posted on January 27, 2015 by

What Does It Really Mean To Be ‘Represented’ By A REALTOR®?. Posted by Andrew Fortune on Monday, January 26th, 2015 at 8:05am. When I started the home buying process for the first time, my wife and I found a home … Continue reading →

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What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – January 26, 2015

Posted on January 27, 2015 by

Last week’s economic reports included the National Association of Home Builders Wells Fargo Housing Market Index, Housing Starts for December and the FHFA Home Price Index report for November. The National Association of Realtors® also released its Existing Home Sales … Continue reading →

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5 Reasons to Hire a Real Estate Professional

Posted on January 26, 2015 by

Whether you are buying or selling a home, it can be quite an adventurous journey. You need an experienced Real Estate Professional to lead you to your ultimate goal. In this world of instant gratification and internet searches, many sellers … Continue reading →

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Thinking Of Selling? Now May Be The Time

Posted on January 23, 2015 by

  It is common knowledge that a large number of homes sell during the spring buying season. For that reason, many homeowners hold off putting their home on the market until then. The question is whether or not that will … Continue reading →

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REJOICE IN THE DETAILS

Posted on January 21, 2015 by

There is beauty all around us if we only stop long enough to appreciate it. Those little precious details can make our days brighter. Is your morning coffee delicious? Sit and savor it for a moment. Did a cool breeze … Continue reading →

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3 Questions to Ask Before Buying a Home

Posted on January 20, 2015 by

If you are thinking about purchasing a home right now, you are surely getting a lot of advice. Though your friends and family have your best interests at heart, they may not be fully aware of your needs and what … Continue reading →

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Don’t Wait! Move Up To The House You Always Wanted

Posted on January 19, 2015 by

Now that the housing market has stabilized, more and more homeowners are considering moving up to the home they have always dreamed of. In most areas, prices are still below those of a few years ago. Also, interest rates are still near … Continue reading →

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New Fannie Mae Appraisal Program: Helping or Hurting?

Posted on January 15, 2015 by

Every home must be sold TWICE! Once to the buyer, and once to the bank appraiser if a mortgage is involved. The second sale may have just become more difficult. A new program announced by Fannie Mae may slow down … Continue reading →

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