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The Florida Legislature adjourned this Friday, but not before approving a $66.5 billion budget that has many celebrating. Most notable, the budget allocates $30.1 million for down payment assistance programs.  Those who qualify for the the federal first-time home buyer's tax credit will be able t...
05/09/2009
05/07/2009
As many as 50% of all at-risk borrowers have second mortgages.  Even with loan modification on the first mortgage, these borrowers remain at risk for default without modification on the second note. The Treasury Department has expanded the Making Home Affordable Program to include second mortgage...
05/07/2009
Warning: Rant ahead! I have one of those "good problems."  I have 3 clients who are ready to move forward.  Two of them are cash buyers with a budget in the $700K range and one is a renter with a sizable budget. All three have fallen in love with a particular loft building.  The MLS shows several...
04/27/2009
A common debate amongst real estate agents is whether or not open houses really work.  Some sales agents have stopped holding open houses entirely while others diligently continue the practice. A successful open house does not have to cost a lot of money, nor does it have to be very elaborate.  ...
04/26/2009
As the number of homeowners facing foreclosure rises, so does the number of scam artists offering bogus services and solutions for a fee.  How does a homeowner know who to trust? My recommendation to homeowners in distress is to consult with their neighborhood Realtor, preferably one with experie...
04/24/2009
  In this article, Arizona Real Estate Broker James "J.R." Samsing shares some valuable information on how to buy a home with little or no money down in today's market. Looking to take advantage of these opportunities in the Miami Beach area?  Call me at 305.851.5910 for a free buyer consultation...
04/18/2009
Hundreds of thousands of renters nationwide are at risk of being evicted, even though they’ve never missed a rent payment. The sad fact is, there is very little protection in place for renters with landlords in foreclosure. In many cases, tenants aren't aware of the looming bank sale until it is ...
04/06/2009
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