Monthly Archives: November 2009
Happy Thanksgiving!
I want to wish all those that touch my life a Happy Thanksgiving! I have been thinking about all the things I have to be thankful for; a loving family, wonderful friends, my health, a nice home, my 2 shih tzus; Willie … Continue reading
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Follow up to Deeds for Lease
After reading my Deeds for Lease post last week, Chris Thorman with Software Advise contacted me to let me know he had written an article that outlines the Deed for Lease program from the borrower, tenant, and property management perspective. Click here to read the … Continue reading
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Distressed Seller Series, Part 2: Bank Owned, Lender Owned or REO Properties
Distressed Sellers Series, Part 1 addressed Short Sales. Today’s post is Part 2 in the Distressed Seller Series and will focus on Bank Owned, Lender Owned or REO Properties. I will define what these are, outline the sales process for these types of … Continue reading
Distressed Seller Series, Part 1: Short Sales
Most buyer clients in today’s real estate market are looking for a “deal”. Due to this fact, their home search usually begins by looking at homes that fall into the distressed seller category. When I represent a potential buyer I … Continue reading
Posted in Buyers, First time homebuyers, Foreclosure/Short Sales
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USDA Turkey Tips
It’s hard to believe that 2009 is almost over. With the holiday season beginning and Thanskgiving right around the corner, I thought it would be appropriate to share the following USDA food safety tip with you. USDA TURKEY TIPS USDA’s nationwide food safety public education … Continue reading
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Fountain Hills 35th Annual Fountain Festival of Arts and Crafts
Looking for a fun outdoor activity this weekend? Want to do some holiday shopping but don’t want to be trapped inside the mall? Want to eat fair food? Listen to live entertainment? If you answered, “yes” to any or all … Continue reading
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Capitol Christmas Tree on display in Fountain Hills on Veteran’s Day
The Capitol Christmas tree, an 85-foot blue spruce from the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest in Arizona, will be available for viewing in Fountain Hills on Veteran’s Day, November 11, 2009. This will be the 1st public viewing stop for the tree … Continue reading
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Google offering free WiFi at airports during the holidays
Google Inc. is offering holiday air travelers free WiFi at 47 participating airports this holiday season. The complimentary service will run through Jan. 15. Unfortunately, Phoenix Sky Harbor is not one of the participating airports, but you can Click here … Continue reading
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NAR Q&A for Homebuyer Tax Credit Changes
The Homebuyer Tax Credit bill was signed by President Obama last Friday. The National Association of Realtors (NAR), has published the following responses to frequently asked questions regarding the changes: Question: Existing homeowner credit: Must the new house cost more … Continue reading
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Fannie Mae Offering New Program: Deed for Lease
Fannie Mae announced yesterday their new ”Deed for Lease Program”. This program will allow troubled borrowers with mortgages owned or guaranteed by Fannie Mae who do not qualify for or cannot sustain a loan modification to stay in their homes as … Continue reading
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