While perusing the MLS this morning, I stumbled across a great looking home that was extremely well kept and appears to have the benefit of a true green thumb living within and caring for the property. It's not too pricey, by any means, but at the top of my clients range. So, I scrolled to the private remarks to check out any additional info.
And... ... Wait a minute, I'm confused...
So, this house comes with a school, a 'homedepot' and a kholls in the back?! Holy cow, what a steal! There's something for Mom, Dad and the little ones!
Don't think it's been stressed enough; proper vocabulary, spelling and plenty of pictures help to make or break a listing. With the majority of our information translated across the world wide web, it's our job to put our best foot forward for our clients and promote their house with accuracy and precision.
What's your Thursday Funny?
If you have read any of my previous posts, you know that one of my joys in life is my two year old yellow lab, Molly Myers.
We may have a new baby sister coming soon, as an old friend I ran into and had the chance to catch up with is looking for a reliable doglover to adopt her one year old, Roxie. Until then, Molly continues to indulge in her playdates with SWAT, my in-laws' German Shepherd.
In real estate, negotiations can pull back and forth and sometimes emotions get high. But in the end, it's all just a part of the game - the important part is keeping positive about it all and reaching a happy place with that special item, your home.
Credit Card Rate Increase? An Even Better Reason to Cut those Cards!
Are you a shopper? Do you use money like it's imaginary, simply the transfer of digits from one account to another? Planning on charging most of your holiday shopping this Fall/Winter? Furthermore, have you had that nagging voice from the back of your brain (or your spouse) to cut the cards and clean up the clutter?
There's never been a better time to charge ahead and cut those cards!
With the low rates that the market is seeing, Banks have been able to continue to lend, profit and gain on entities throughout the crunch - even banks that were bailed out. Many have credited this as the trigger for the nations mortgage recovery and the continued numbers of home purchases being made today. And when you combine the bailouts with the margin realized, you start to see some pretty big 'motivation' for these institutions.
Now factor in a potential raise in credit card rates.
Mandated changes are coming with regards to the credit rate hikes seen as of late, but many institutions have requested additional time to prepare for these changes. With this time extension (till February of 2010), some institutions are taking the opportunity to attempt a rate increase while it's still legal. Two big namers have begun these rate increases - amounting up to a 20% increase, sometimes even on accounts that have never posted late payments!
Just in time for your holiday shopping bonanza, huh?
If you should receive any notice in the mail claiming a rate hike, stop using the credit card immediately! Contact that lender and let them know that you are "Opting Out" which will defer the rate hike and freeze your current rate - use this time to transfer the balance to another card with a lower rate or pay the entirity of the balance off.
There are proposed measures in place to prevent credit card companies from these unfair tactics and move to speed up the reform deadline to December of this year. You can read more about the measures here.
Either way, there's never been a better time to cut those cards and work towards a more free financial future.
Big news for First Time homebuyers that are still on the hunt for that perfect place to call their own. Key lawmakers in the Senate have tentatively agreed with the proposed extension to the $8,000 Tax Credit as well as a new $6,500 credit for existing homeowners who have lived in their current homes for five years consecutively.
This news comes at the tail end of our current First Time Homebuyer Tax Credit deadline, scheduled for a drop date at the end of November (closing and settlement must be completed prior to November 30th).
Along with changes in income cap eligibility, Home purchasers who are under contract by April 30th of 2010 and who close before July 1st would be eligible. Furthermore, members of the military who have been oversees for over 90 days (during 2008-2009) would be given this tax credit opportunity until April 30th of the following year, 2011.
Interested homebuyers should remember that the caveat for this tax credit is that you must remain in the newly purchased home for a 3 year minimum, which helps to boost sales for owner occupants instead of investment purchases.
More news will come of the possibility of the Homebuyer Tax Credit Extension - many are looking into the nuances of claiming the Tax Credit as many cases of abuse have been reported, including minors receiving the tax credit (even a four year old). In addition, many feel that this Tax Credit is simply acting as a costly 'band-aid' for the nations housing market.
More news in the coming days - the entire Senate must still vote on the bill which includes these items.
If you are interested in learning how to make a solid investment and sound decisions in the Dallas area Real Estate Market, contact me...
Repertory Company Theatre | 650 North Coit, Richardson, Texas 75080
Box Office: (972) 690-5029
The Repertory Company Theatre is a non-profit venue that is consistently dedicated to providing both amazing performances and education.
With opportunities to learn from theatre pros throughout their year-round calendar of study opportunities, the Repertory Company Theatre has a little something for everyone in the family. The residing Company offers plays, musicals and special presentations for its audience and the schedule of events changes frequently for an excellent flavor of new and exciting entertainment.
Dallas Morning News Neighbors and Richardson Living Magazine voted The Repertory Company Theatre as "Best Theatre in Richardson."
The Dallas Observer and Dallas Morning News Neighbors voted The Repertory Company Theatre with having the "Best theatre classes/camps."
The Repertory Company Theatre's 2009/ 2010 Season schedule includes:
"Small Firm. Big Service." The Ins and Outs of selling North Texas to a new generation...
As a young professional, it is my job to seek the latest information about the changing market. I'm in constant pursuit of the newest data, technology and opportunities for you, the Buyer.
Truth is, the real estate paradigm has changed - you need quality information and someone to engage your needs. Under the Manning & Company brokerage, I offer:
A product of the Metroplex, I was born and raised in Irving, and now live in Plano. Married to one of Dallas' Finest, I take special interest in the activities and buzz of Big-D and what our area can provide.
Under the Manning & Company brokerage, I have specialized in Foreclosed Homes (REO Inventory) for almost two years. In representing various Banks, I've been afforded the unique understanding of the requirements, process and particulars of what a Foreclosure sale entails.
With 'I Am A Good Neighbor,' my services as a Realtor and personal buying experience with HUD's Good Neighbor Next Door Program are combined to provide fellow Police, Firefighter, Teacher and EMT families the opportunity to own a home at a discounted rate. It is my belief that our Hometown Heroes should be well taken care of and my constant goal is to provide a pleasant homebuying experience for these unique professionals.
First Time purchasers or "Property Virgins" are a special delight and a unique group of individuals that I always look forward to serving. It's my pleasure to answer questions and inform first-timers in their buying process, as I know the task can be overwhelming.
"Thanks again for all of your help... I am especially grateful for such a pleasant and professional transaction! I hope I can work with you again soon!" - Kendra E (Keller Williams Realty)
"I wish they would all be like this. It seems with everything that has happened in the last year and half that getting any transaction to go through is extremely difficult... I believe that only the best survive times like this and hopefully there will be more of us out there to work with in the future." - Sherry C (Dallas Realtor)
"I'm catching my breath from the move in process and wanted to take a moment to say how happy I am and how well things are going... didn't want to wait to say thank you." - Homebuyer Sharon
"Just wanted to make sure you knew how happy we are with how you handle everything so quickly and how thorough you are about everything. Not to mention how patient you are with be bugging you all of the time. :) " - Homebuyer Jack
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