The Annual Tucson and Gem and Mineral Show has begun! Beginning today through February 14th it's a "gem"of a show to suit almost everyone interests - from beads, to diamonds and even fossils! Here is a little history about the Tucson Gem and Mineral Show: It started in 1955 and mostly displayed m
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01/27/2010
Something I'm noticing in agent-only remarks on bank owned properties: "No commission if Buyer is a real estate agent." "No commission if real estate agent is related to Buyer." And my favorite, "No offers considered if Buyer is the real estate agent or related to agent." Some REO companies have
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01/25/2010
I am disappointed when I come across situations like this that can easily be prevented and help keep the integrity of our profession. Yesterday, I'm out showing a home to a new client. While waiting, I opened up the home and walked around for another look. Knock, knock, knock! I go to the fro
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01/22/2010
Remember that old kids song? .... "London bridges falling down, falling down ... London bridges falling down .. my fair lady." Well the London Bridge never fell - but it did get moved to Lake Havasu - it's the most famous bridge here in Arizona. (Photo from my friend, 2008.) Tucson also has some
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01/22/2010
This post is a follow up to my previous post on "AS IS" - What does that really mean?". One of the individuals who commented on the post said that he lets Buyers in to the AS IS home to make repairs if it's necessary for financing. A very common thing that happens: the Seller won't do repairs -
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01/20/2010
In today's real estate market - the words "AS IS" are used a lot. But what does it really mean to your clients? For Buyers it means that they should: still do a home inspection, fill out the BINSR (Buyer Inspection Seller Response) forms, whenever agreeing to the words "AS IS" - to sign the AS
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01/19/2010
Great summary by Gabe Sanders of a lease option to purchase! Applying for a home loan today sure isn't what it used to be. Buyers who would have qualified just a year or two ago are now facing rejection, but all hope is not yet lost. If you find a home you love offered by motivated sellers, your
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01/19/2010
FHA Lifts 90-Day Waiting Period to Resell HUD announced on Friday a temporary waiver to allow FHA financing for the purchase homes that have been owned by the seller for less than 90 days. This will help home buyers to purchase homes that are owned by investors who often buy foreclosures, make r
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01/19/2010
Trees for Tucson is offering Tucson Electric Power customers throughout the metro Tucson area, including Green Valley, Marana, Vail and Oro Valley, trees for $8 each. TEP will even deliver it for you! All you have to do is agree to plant them on the west, east or south sides of your home to hel
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01/18/2010
No doubt - the $8000 first time tax credit is a great motivator to buy a home. But, if you don't qualify for it maybe you will for the $6,500 move up/repeat tax credit! Check out the website that gives answers to all the common questions, but here are the basics: Qualified buyers can purchase an
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01/17/2010