The first time home buyer rush is on but I'm seeing an interesting trend already. We still have several weeks to find homes and make the cutoff for the $8000 tax credit deadline by November 30th.
BUT…What if you can't find a home you like??
If you’re thinking it’s a buyers market, you’re right and wrong all in the same thought. Yes, there are tons of homes available but they may not meet your criteria. The homes that are available might be distressed or short sales. Those are going to be a tight squeeze to close by November 30th.
I have some buyers looking under $125,000 in multiple areas of Raleigh, Knightdale, Wake Forest and Eastern Wake County but there aren’t many homes available. If a nice home in good condition hits the market…it’s gone in a few days! Buyers need to move quickly and have a Realtor/Agent who is accessible to set appointments on short notice. Customer Service is more important than ever. Deadlines need to be met and contracts need to be clean.
Mortgage lenders have new guidelines and disclosure rules have changed the days of a QUICK closing into a 30-45 day time line.
So, if you’re thinking about buying and earning yourself some extra cash…get off the fence! It’s time to act and do it fast! Someone else just saw the home you may want to buy…
Dear Self,
I know it's Sunday and you'd really like to lay around the house and do nothing...but, the world is calling and you need to get out there! The new buyer you're meeting this afternoon is looking forward to making his dreams of buying come true. He's done his work and gotten qualified for a loan, just like you asked. He searched through the homes you sent and picked out 6 to view. He's doing his part now you go do yours. Make him feel special. Give him information that can help better his financial future! Treat him like you would want to be treated if this was something new you were tackling. It can be scary!
I know the couch is feeling might nice while you're browsing some forums and posting some basic information to your profiles, but it will feel better after you've helped someone else today. The couch will still be here for a football game later tonight. I think the NY Giants are playing the Dallas Cowboys.
So, I know you can do it and I know you can muster up motivation to make today great. It's not always about what we want to do, it's about doing what is right for others!
Talk to you soon,
Me
http://www.holytrinityraleigh.org/GreekFestival/
OK, it's almost lunch time and I'm hungry just thinking about some kabobs, gyro's and baklava. Jackpot, it's the annual Greek Festival sponsored by...
Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church
5000 Lead Mine Road
Raleigh , NC 27612-3434 USA
Phone: 919.781.4548
Now, I might not know much about the church, but I'm thankful that they like to EAT and DANCE!
I'm sure it's going to be a great time and there will be lots of fun had by everyone. It's a great spot to bring the kiddo's too.
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