Rhonda Buckner's (ocalare) Blog

Did you know that you can get $3,000 at closing if you sell your home. It is a great deal for home owners that are upside down on the value of their home.  Of course there are some requirements.  Some banks qualify and some do not.   Call Rhonda 352-266-2637 for free consultation. HAFA Short Sale...

Common Myths About Real Estate Agents Ask anyone about their experiences with real estate agents, and you will no doubt hear a wide variety of responses.  There are so many myths about agents that tend to be taken as truths when someone has a negative experience.  A good real estate agent is wort...

Ocala's Real estate market has the best priced home.  I believe the prices have dropped to 1990 prices.  If you ever wanted to be a home owner now is the time.  I have many homes that need new owners and these home are a super deal.  See virtual tours of my listings.   Ocala is a great place to b...

The elements of a successful short sale are generally these: The property is worth less than is owed. The seller has some hardship that makes it impossible or extremely impractical for the seller to keep the property. The seller is cooperative and willing to work with a real estate broker to pack...

If the Multiple Listing Service listing sheet says “bank addendums and pre-approval letter required to be submitted with Offer”. Believe it! The offer won’t be going anywhere until the package is complete. #1 Be sure you have that Pre-approval letter with you when you go looking for home. Deposit...

Obama passed help for first time home buyers. What does it mean for you, the first time home buyer? $8,000 you do not have to pay back. Everyone should be contacting a good lender to help them get qualified. IF you have question on what to do next call Rhonda 352-266-2637. Home prices in Ocala ar...

While experts run the gamut in their outlook for real estate, sound business practices supercede futile attempts to time the market. Are we there yet? We should be careful not to accept analyses at face value. Moulle-Berteaux does not always paint the entire picture and omits critical informa tio...

Here are some of the benefits you get from the stimulus. The deduction is worth 10 percent of a home’s value up to $8,000, which means all homes worth more than $80,000 could qualify for the maximum amount. • There is an income limit to qualify. A married couples’ modified adjusted gross income (...

What are you first time home buyers waiting for? I think that right now is the perfect time to buy. Especially for first time home buyers. A first time home buyer is some on that has NOT OWNED a home in the last three years. I asked my accountant to explain this DEAL to me. Here is what she said:...

Ocala Palms Adult Golf Community 5560 nw 25 Loop, Ocala, FL 34482 View Map Best buy in neighborhood! This home has it all. Large master with garden tub, shower and double vanity sink. Large living room with cathedral ceilings, formal dining room and good size guest bedrooms. This lanai has a til...