Island Advantage Realty: REO Report

Written by Gabriella for Island Advantage Realty LLC Every home has a story.  I recently saw a home that has had a rocky road.  It is a lovely three bedroom, two story home with a large backyard complete with a rose garden and a row of bushes I am told bear raspberries.  At one time this home was...

Written by Gabriella for Island Advantage Realty LLC What legacy are you leaving to your children?  Often a legacy is more than just money or a property.  My Grandfather's best friend was a lovely gentleman, whom we will call Sal.  Sal was a great family man and he believed in giving every thing ...

Written by Gabriella for Island Advantage Realty LLC  Location is an important factor when considering REO properties.  In the past, when REO properties were not as plentiful, your choices for available properties would have been severely limited.  Not so in todays market. Currently there are REO...

Written by Gabriella for Island Advantage Realty LLC An important factor in looking at REO properties is knowing what level of repair work you are comfortable with committing to.  Almost all REO properties will need some level of repair.  If you are looking for a property that you can move into q...

Written by Gabriella for Island Advantage Realty LLC There are many factors to consider when looking at REO properties.  I always encourage clients to have a list of non-negotiables and a list of desirables.  Non-negotiables are things that your ideal home absolutely must have.  For instance some...

Written by Gabriella for Island Advantage Realty LLC People often wonder what kinds of REO properties are available.  There is no simple answer except to say that there are so many different kinds of properties available.  REOs come in all different shapes, sizes, colors, floor plans and styles. ...

Written by Gabriella for Island Advantage Realty LLC In my family when we refer to it as the "Holidays" it isn't a question of being politically correct it is accurate.  Between my family and extended family we celebrate just about every holiday that comes between Thanksgiving and New Years inclu...

Written by Gabriella for Island Advantage Realty LLC Do you like to take advantage of a great deal?  I know I do.  There is a great advantage to buying REO property as it is a great way to buy affordable real estate.  REO properties are owned by banks and lenders who are willing to sell the prope...

Written by Gabriella for Island Advantage Realty LLC I met the most amazing woman the other day, a true inspiration.  The mother of three adopted special needs children, a successful business owner and a veteran who is a double amputee, this woman could teach us all a thing or two about courage a...

Written by Gabriella for Island Advantage Realty LLC This is a great time of year to take a drive and enjoy the holiday decorations and lights. If you are going to be out driving anyway, why not take the opportunity to take a peak at what the REO market currently has to offer. So many people mist...