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Making Home Buying Fun

02-12-09
Terry Iwaniw - S NJ REALTOR
Terry Iwaniw - S NJ REALTOR: Real Estate Agent in Winslow, NJ
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  • Office: (856) 795-3111 x263
  • Mobile: (609) 417-1086
  • Secondary: (609) 417-1084

Fun and purchasing a home are probably two concepts that cannot be further apart.

Instead of being fun, purchasing a home might prove to be nerve-wracking and stressful. This is understandably so since this is an investment that spans a lifetime - a whole set of generations even.

Buyers are intimidated by the various dimensions that make purchasing a home troublesome - the legal aspects, the financial aspects, dealing with brokers, agents, insurance, and others purchase concerns.

But dissecting these roadblocks and adding some spice to your choice of property could make this life-changing decision an enjoyable one.

Step 1: Assess your finances.  The question here is can the buyer actually afford payments for a home. The buyer may want to consult a financial adviser as to the strategy they may employ in paying for a home. This is imperative especially if the buyer has a troublesome credit history and other financial obligations. The buyer must also reach a compromise between payment capability and desired property.

Step 2: Survey.  With the explosion of information in today's age, it becomes more exciting to search for possible properties. Newspapers, advertisements, referrals, brochures, and even the internet all give the buyer more choices and better options. Buyers should take full advantage of this information glut to facilitate their decision regarding a house.

Step 3: Learn from Others.  If the buyer is a first-time buyer, they do not have to make the common mistakes newbies usually commit. They should speak to people who have been in the same circumstance and learn from their experience. This will save the buyer from a great deal of grief later. 

Step 4: Find an Suitable Agent.  This is one of the most underestimated, yet important aspects of home buying. Most buyers end up with an agent by sheer accident. It would do well for the buyer to do research and contact an agent whose strategy and skills fit the buyer's needs. A skillful agent can save the buyer a great deal of trouble and is instrumental in a successful sale.

Step 5: Close the deal.  A great deal of discussion and paperwork in involved in closing a deal. However, if the preceding steps were accomplished well, this step will most probably be exciting instead of worrying. Here, the buyer and the seller come to terms with the financial details, paperwork, and other details vital to the sale. If this comes up right, the buyer can now come home to an exciting new home.

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2008 YTD Market Analysis for Monroe Township

01-27-09
Terry Iwaniw - S NJ REALTOR
Terry Iwaniw - S NJ REALTOR: Real Estate Agent in Winslow, NJ
  • view my blog
  • Office: (856) 795-3111 x263
  • Mobile: (609) 417-1086
  • Secondary: (609) 417-1084

The I-Team Homes has been marketing quite extensively in Monroe Township NJ including the area of Williamstown. We provide housing market analysis for our clients. The following is the most current YTD data we have for Monroe Township (we have made some modifications to the way we use to present this information):

Monroe Township YTD Market Report

Monthly Statistics for the Date Range Selected
Date # Units Listed Listed Volume $ Listed Average $ # Pended # Units Sold Sold Volume $ Sold Average $ Avg Days On Market
Jan 2009 52 12,749,309 245,179 10 9 2,095,545 232,838 61
Dec 2008 33 8,591,841 260,358 18 20 4,747,980 237,399 131
Nov 2008 43 10,150,381 236,055 12 21 4,640,800 220,990 79
Oct 2008 53 13,376,647 252,389 27 25 6,136,450 245,458 91
Sep 2008 60 13,903,731 231,728 24 23 4,295,333 186,753 80
Aug 2008 50 13,438,135 268,762 26 29 6,708,527 231,328 92
July 2008 69 17,277,844 250,403 30 22 5,426,885 246,676 97
June 2008 77 18,682,005 242,623 27 31 6,260,140 201,940 76
May 2008 81 20,467,745 252,688 25 20 5,192,023 259,601 96
Apr 2008 92 24,044,801 261,356 28 26 5,366,690 206,411 93
Mar 2008 76 20,362,225 267,924 38 32 7,578,912 236,841 71
Feb 2008 70 18,549,506 264,992 19 10 2,606,050 260,605 115
Jan 2008 74 18,867,952 254,972 17 17 4,441,200 261,247 94
                 
Totals: 830 210,462,122 253,568 301 285 65,496,535 229,812 89

  • ->Currently, there are 274 active lisintgs on the market.
  • ->The average number of sales per month are 23 homes sold/month.
  • ->The current average sales price is $251,347
  • ->The number of months of inventory is 11 months (the number of months needed to sell off all of the homes currently on the market)

We can provide you with a complete and accurate market analysis for your home with an analysis of the market area it is located in. By knowing the value of your home you have a basis to start selling your home. If you want to know the value of your home and to receive a no-cost home evaluation, please call 609-417-1084.

For first time home buyers, purchasing your first home can be a very stressful experience. We can help eliminate that stress and help you through the process. We work closely with many first time home buyers and understand your concerns. First Time Home Buyer Programs, 0% and No Money Down Programs, Conventional, FHA, and VA Financing (To Qualified Buyers). Seller Assist with Closing Costs, New Homes Existing Homes in Great Neighborhoods, Fixer Upper Properties. We search all of Camden, Burlington, Gloucester, Salem, Cumberland, and Atlantic Counties. Go to http://www.homes4firsttimebuyers.com/

Looking for a fixer upper property? Willing to put in some "sweat equity" to buy your next home at a bargain price. Get a complete listing of fixer uppers in your area by going to http://www.bestfixerhomes.com/

If you are interested in purchasing HUD Owned Homes, go to: http://www.njhudsales.com/.

Are you behind on your mortgage? We can help you! We are the Foreclosure Prevention Consultants. We've been where you are now, don't make the same mistakes we did. See what we can do for you at http://www.i-teamhomes.com/foreclosure.htm

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Linda & Terry Iwaniw
REALTOR Associates
First Time Home Buyer Specialist
Foreclosure Prevention Consultant
ReSales & Investment Realty, LLC
Office: 856-795-3111 x263
Cell: 609-417-1084
http://www.terryi.com/
http://www.snewjerseyhomes.com/

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The Housing Market in Monroe Township - October 2008

11-16-08
Terry Iwaniw - S NJ REALTOR
Terry Iwaniw - S NJ REALTOR: Real Estate Agent in Winslow, NJ
  • view my blog
  • Office: (856) 795-3111 x263
  • Mobile: (609) 417-1086
  • Secondary: (609) 417-1084

The I-Team Homes has been marketing quite extensively in Monroe Township NJ including the area of Williamstown. We provide housing market analysis for our clients. The following is the most current data we have for Monroe Township (we have made some modifications to the way we use to present this information):

For the month of October 2008 -

  • Properties Currently Being Marketed - 362
    • Average asking price - $262,100
  • Properties that are Pending Sales (Under Contract, Not Settled) - 22
  • Properties that Settled in September - 24
    • Average sold price - $246,200 (92% of average asking price)
    • September Settled equaled 11.3% of the total Y-T-D settlements, Y-T-D Sold Prices were 92% of Asking Price.

We can provide you with a complete and accurate market analysis for your home with an analysis of the market area it is located in. By knowing the value of your home you have a basis to start selling your home. If you want to know the value of your home and to receive a no-cost home evaluation, please call our Real Estate Hotline toll-free at 1-800-374-8571 x3025.

If you are planning to sell your home and would like to receive a free 12 page report, "Insider's Secret To Selling Your Home", directly to your home. "Insider's Secret To Selling Your Home" is a must have report for anyone planning on selling their home. Don't wait, call now.

  • If you have an immediate need to sell your home, call 1-800-374-8571 x3051.
  • If you are planning to sell you home in the near future, call 1-800-374-8571 x3052.
When you call the above numbers you will will hear recorded instructions; you will not be directed to a live agent.

For first time home buyers, purchasing your first home can be a very stressful experience. We can help eliminate that stress and help you through the process. We work closely with many first time home buyers and understand your concerns. First Time Home Buyer Programs, 0% and No Money Down Programs, Conventional, FHA, and VA Financing (To Qualified Buyers). Seller Assist with Closing Costs, New Homes Existing Homes in Great Neighborhoods, Fixer Upper Properties. We search all of Camden, Burlington, Gloucester, Salem, Cumberland, and Atlantic Counties. Go to http://www.homes4firsttimebuyers.com/

Looking for a fixer upper property? Willing to put in some "sweat equity" to buy your next home at a bargain price. Get a complete listing of fixer uppers in your area by going to http://www.bestfixerhomes.com/

If you would like a free list of Fannie Mae homes currently for sale , go to: http://www.terryi.com/FNMA/.

Are you behind on your mortgage? We can help you! We are the Foreclosure Prevention Consultants. We've been where you are now, don't make the same mistakes we did. See what we can do for you at http://www.i-teamhomes.com/foreclosure.htm

.

Terry Iwaniw
REALTOR Associate
First Time Home Buyer Specialist
Foreclosure Prevention Consultant
RE/MAX Home Team
609-417-1086
http://www.terryi.com/
http://www.snewjerseyhomes.com/

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The Housing Market in Monroe Township - September 2008

11-12-08
Terry Iwaniw - S NJ REALTOR
Terry Iwaniw - S NJ REALTOR: Real Estate Agent in Winslow, NJ
  • view my blog
  • Office: (856) 795-3111 x263
  • Mobile: (609) 417-1086
  • Secondary: (609) 417-1084

The I-Team Homes has been marketing quite extensively in Monroe Township NJ including the area of Williamstown. We provide housing market analysis for our clients. The following is the most current data we have for Monroe Township (we have made some modifications to the way we use to present this information):

For the month of September 2008 -

  • Properties Currently Being Marketed - 369
    • Average asking price - $265,960
  • Properties that are Pending Sales (Under Contract, Not Settled) - 23
  • Properties that Settled in September - 16
    • Average sold price - $194,790 (89% of average asking price)
    • September Settled equaled 8.5% of the total Y-T-D settlements, Y-T-D Sold Prices were 89% of Asking Price.

We can provide you with a complete and accurate market analysis for your home with an analysis of the market area it is located in. By knowing the value of your home you have a basis to start selling your home. If you want to know the value of your home and to receive a no-cost home evaluation, please call our Real Estate Hotline toll-free at 1-800-374-8571 x3025.

If you are planning to sell your home and would like to receive a free 12 page report, "Insider's Secret To Selling Your Home", directly to your home. "Insider's Secret To Selling Your Home" is a must have report for anyone planning on selling their home. Don't wait, call now.

  • If you have an immediate need to sell your home, call 1-800-374-8571 x3051.
  • If you are planning to sell you home in the near future, call 1-800-374-8571 x3052.
When you call the above numbers you will will hear recorded instructions; you will not be directed to a live agent.

For first time home buyers, purchasing your first home can be a very stressful experience. We can help eliminate that stress and help you through the process. We work closely with many first time home buyers and understand your concerns. First Time Home Buyer Programs, 0% and No Money Down Programs, Conventional, FHA, and VA Financing (To Qualified Buyers). Seller Assist with Closing Costs, New Homes Existing Homes in Great Neighborhoods, Fixer Upper Properties. We search all of Camden, Burlington, Gloucester, Salem, Cumberland, and Atlantic Counties. Go to http://www.homes4firsttimebuyers.com/

Looking for a fixer upper property? Willing to put in some "sweat equity" to buy your next home at a bargain price. Get a complete listing of fixer uppers in your area by going to http://www.bestfixerhomes.com/

If you would like a free list of Fannie Mae homes currently for sale , go to: http://www.terryi.com/FNMA/.

Are you behind on your mortgage? We can help you! We are the Foreclosure Prevention Consultants. We've been where you are now, don't make the same mistakes we did. See what we can do for you at http://www.i-teamhomes.com/foreclosure.htm

.

Terry Iwaniw
REALTOR Associate
First Time Home Buyer Specialist
Foreclosure Prevention Consultant
RE/MAX Home Team
609-417-1086
http://www.terryi.com/
http://www.snewjerseyhomes.com/

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The Housing Market in Monroe Township - August 2008

10-02-08
Terry Iwaniw - S NJ REALTOR
Terry Iwaniw - S NJ REALTOR: Real Estate Agent in Winslow, NJ
  • view my blog
  • Office: (856) 795-3111 x263
  • Mobile: (609) 417-1086
  • Secondary: (609) 417-1084
The I-Team Homes has been marketing quite extensively in Monroe Township NJ including the area of Williamstown. We provide housing market analysis for our clients. The following is the most current data we have for Monroe Township (we have made some modifications to the way we use to present this information): For the month of August 2008 -
  • Properties Currently Being Marketed - 375
  • Average asking price - $277,690
  • Properties that are Pending Sales (Under Contract, Not Settled) - 22
  • Properties that Settled in August - 27
  • Average sold price - $232,950 (90% of average asking price)

We can provide you with a complete and accurate market analysis for your home with an analysis of the market area it is located in. By knowing the value of your home you have a basis to start selling your home. If you want to know the value of your home and to receive a no-cost home evaluation, please call our Real Estate Hotline toll-free at 1-800-374-8571 x3025.

If you are planning to sell your home and would like to receive a free 12 page report, "Insider's Secret To Selling Your Home", directly to your home. "Insider's Secret To Selling Your Home" is a must have report for anyone planning on selling their home. Don't wait, call now.

  • If you have an immediate need to sell your home, call 1-800-374-8571 x3051.
  • If you are planning to sell you home in the near future, call 1-800-374-8571 x3052.
When you call the above numbers you will will hear recorded instructions; you will not be directed to a live agent.

For first time home buyers, purchasing your first home can be a very stressful experience. We can help eliminate that stress and help you through the process. We work closely with many first time home buyers and understand your concerns. First Time Home Buyer Programs, 0% and No Money Down Programs, Conventional, FHA, and VA Financing (To Qualified Buyers). Seller Assist with Closing Costs, New Homes Existing Homes in Great Neighborhoods, Fixer Upper Properties. We search all of Camden, Burlington, Gloucester, Salem, Cumberland, and Atlantic Counties. Go to http://www.homes4firsttimebuyers.com/

Looking for a fixer upper property? Willing to put in some "sweat equity" to buy your next home at a bargain price. Get a complete listing of fixer uppers in your area by going to http://www.bestfixerhomes.com/

If you would like a free list of Fannie Mae homes currently for sale , go to: http://www.terryi.com/FNMA/.

Are you behind on your mortgage? We can help you! We are the Foreclosure Prevention Consultants. We've been where you are now, don't make the same mistakes we did. See what we can do for you at http://www.i-teamhomes.com/foreclosure.htm

.

Terry Iwaniw
REALTOR Associate
First Time Home Buyer Specialist
Foreclosure Prevention Consultant
RE/MAX Home Team
609-417-1086
http://www.terryi.com/
http://www.snewjerseyhomes.com/

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