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PREDICTION: Home Sales to Rise 11% percent

Prediction: Homes Sales to Rise 11 Percent

Sales of existing homes will rise 11 percent in 2010, and sales of new homes will climb 21 percent over this year, Mortgage Bankers Association Chief Economist Jay Brinkmann predicted in a speech Tuesday at the organization's annual meeting.

"We still see a concentration in the lower end of the market," Brinkmann said. "The entry level homes are in demand."

Brinkmann also predicted further declines in existing home prices, with the median falling to $164,200 in the first quarter of 2010.

David Stevens, commissioner of the Federal Housing Administration, concurred, adding that mortgage rates will rise to 5.6 percent by the end of 2010, though not enough of an increase to discourage a 12 percent increase in mortgage applications next year.

Source: Associated Press, Alex Veiga (10/13/2009)

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Bank of America Struggles With Loan Mofications

BoA Struggles With Loan Modifications


Bank of America could collect about $6 billion if it meets the deadline set by the federal government to help struggling borrowers for the Making Home Affordable program.

But the Treasury Department released a report last week that showed that only 11 percent, about 95,000, of Bank of America's delinquent borrowers who are potentially eligible for the program have been given a loan modification. That puts Bank of America at the bottom of the list of major banks involved in the program.

"We're sure working hard," said Ken Scheller, senior vice president for home retention at Bank of America, when asked about his company's low success rate. "We don't want to be down there."

There appear to be multiple problems, not the least of which is that many of the employees handling the modifications are completely new to the business. Angry investors complicate the issue, with 15 percent of them demanding that the bank get their approval for every single case.

Source: Washington Post, Renae Merle (10/12/2009)


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Lupe Soto is a Short Sale Realtor & pre-foreclosure specialist. Call Lupe Soto, Realtor to list and sell your home or condo in Burbank, San Fernando Valley, Palmdale & Greater Antelope Valley in Los Angeles County

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Lupe Soto, Bilingual Realtor, Short Sale Realtor serving: Arleta, Burbank, Canoga Park, Calabasas, Chatsworth, Encino, Glendale, Granada Hills, Hidden Hills, Lake Balboa, Lake View Terrace, Mission Hills, North Hollywood, North Hills, Northridge, Panorama City, Pacoima, Porter Ranch, San Fernando, Reseda, Sherman Oaks, Studio City, Sylmar, Sun Valley, Sunland, Shadow Hills, Toluca Lake, Topanga Canyon, Tujunga, Valley Village, Valley Glen, Van Nuys, Universal City, West Hills, Winnetka, Woodland Hills.

Antelope Valley: Anaverde, Rancho Vista, Palmdale West, Palmdale East, Lancaster West, Lancaster East, Littlerock, Lake Los Angeles

Thought for the Day! START DOING!

Positive thinking when buying a home. An affirmation/thought is a powerful tool which will help you gain positive attitude which leads to positive actions. Our minds work in wonderful ways. Once you start saying your affirmations/thoughts on a regular basis - your mind will find ways for these affirmations/thoughts to become a reality. Think about this and make it today a great day. greetings from Lupe Soto, Burbank Realtor www.HomesWithLupe.com

Wishes to support buying a home: "I want to consistently make enough money to easily afford living in the home of my choice"

The following affirmation/thought is an inspiration from THE DAILY MOTIVATOR by Ralph Marston

START DOING!

Are you stuck trying to figure out how to get started? Stop over-thinking the situation and start doing something about it.

The first step will show you what the next step must be. Take action, and whether it brings the desired result or not, it will definitely bring you more insight into how to proceed next.

Plan your approach, but don't let the planning stop you from doing. Taking action will give you the most realistic perspective.

If you're not sure which way to go, pick one way and find out what happens. You'll know soon enough, and will be able to adjust your strategy accordingly.

Don't waste time agonizing over what might or might not work. Instead, invest your time in effort that will enable you to know exactly what works.

Get busy, get going, and get to work on making it happen. Start doing your dream, and step by step you'll find the way to its fulfillment.

-- Ralph Marston

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It's Lupe!

Lupe Soto, Burbank Realtor (Hablo Espanol) www.HomesWithLupe.com

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San Fernando Valley Real Estate

Palmdale, Rancho Vista, Anaverde & Greater Antelope Valley Real Estate

San Fernando Valley Short Sale Realtor

Feng Shui Real Estate

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Email Lupe:

Lupe@HomesWithLupe.com

Lupe is a short sale and pre-foreclosure specialist.

Call Lupe Soto, Realtor to list and sell your home or condo in Burbank, CA, San Fernando Valley, Palmdale & Antelope Valley .


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Lupe Soto, Bilingual Realtor SERVING AREAS: Arleta, Burbank, Canoga Park, Calabasas, Chatsworth, Encino, Glendale, Granada Hills, Hidden Hills, Lake Balboa, Lake View Terrace, Mission Hills, North Hollywood, North Hills, Northridge, Panorama City, Pacoima, Porter Ranch, San Fernando, Reseda, Sherman Oaks, Studio City, Sylmar, Sun Valley, Sunland, Shadow Hills, Toluca Lake, Topanga Canyon, Tujunga, Valley Village, Valley Glen, Van Nuys, Universal City, West Hills, Winnetka, Woodland Hills.

Antelope Valley: Anaverde, Rancho Vista, Palmdale West, Palmdale East, Lancaster West, Lancaster East, Littlerock, Lake Los Angeles

The Best & Worst Days to Buy a House in October 2009

Comments by Lupe Soto, Feng Shui Realtor & Short Sale Specialist: Buying a house can be one of the most important transactions you can make. It can also be of the most nerve wracking experiences. Because it is such a serious event it is ideal to plan these activities using below AUSPICIOUS days of the month to begin your home search journey. The purpose of using astrology in real estate is to help you plan accordingly to achieve your goals. You can also use astrology for any other important aspects of your life. I personally select one of the below auspicious days to SUBMIT AN OFFER, TO SUBMIT A SHORT SALE PACKAGE FOR APPROVAL, basically I select good days for the activity list below.

If you would like to learn more about astrology, please go to www.MagiAstrology.com If you are interested in working with a Realtor that believes in planning and using astrology & feng shui as important tools to help you achieve your goals, I am available to help you. thank you. Lupe Soto, Burbank Realtor, Feng Shui Realtor, Short Sale Realtor. Contact Lupe

Source www.MagiAstrology.com

The dates below are the best (and worst) days in October, 2009 for the 14 important activities described.

September 2009 was a very bad month. October is better but only a little better. Although October does have a couple of decent days, most October days are oppressive, learn more www.MagiAstrology.com


FOR THE ACTIVITY LISTED BELOW: THE BEST DAY THIS MONTH TO DO IT IS: AND THE WORST DAY TO DO IT IS:
1. Buy something you need, from just a toaster or clothes, to a car or even a house or condo October 8, 9, 10, 15, 16, 22, 23, 24, 25 October 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 18, 19, 20, 30, 31
2. Pay a bill, anything, such as credit cards, utilities, department stores, etc. October 8, 9, 10, 15, 16, 22, 23, 24, 25 October 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 18, 19, 20, 30, 31
3. Sign an important document such as a tax return, lease, etc. October 9, 15, 16 October 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 18, 19, 20, 30, 31
4. Make a very important phone call October 9, 15, 16, 23, 24, 25 October 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 18, 19, 20, 30, 31
5. Start a bank or brokerage account October 9, 15, 16 October 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 18, 19, 20, 30, 31
6. Go on a job interview October 8, 9, 10, 15, 16, 22, 23, 24, 25 October 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 18, 19, 20, 30, 31
7. Meet someone new and important, such as a prospective client October 8, 9, 10, 15, 16, 22, 23, 24, 25 October 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 18, 19, 20, 30, 31
8. Go out on a first date October 8, 9, 10, 15, 16, 22, 23, 24, 25 October 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 18, 19, 20, 30, 31
9. Have an especially romantic evening October 8, 9, 10, 15, 16, 22, 23, 24, 25 October 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 18, 19, 20, 30, 31
10. Look for that special person who will fulfill your dreams There are no days in October that are good enough for this crucial activity. October 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 18, 19, 20, 30, 31
11. Ask for a commitment from a loved one, like a promise to be more understanding October 9, 15, 16 October 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 18, 19, 20, 30, 31
12. Ask for forgiveness and rekindle a relationship gone awry October 9, 15, 16 October 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 18, 19, 20, 30, 31
13. Start a new medication or begin anything new related to your health, including having any dental work done October 8, 9, 10, 15, 16 October 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 18, 19, 20, 30, 31
14. Initiate a new contact like calling someone you do not know and laying the groundwork for making a proposal later on, or having the first meeting with someone new like a doctor, lawyer, broker, etc. October 8, 9, 10, 15, 16, 22, 23, 24, 25 October 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 18, 19, 20, 30, 31


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San Fernando Valley Short Sales - Short Sales in San Fernando Valley 2009

(818)968-3718 Lupe Soto, Short Sale Realtor, Short Sale Negotiator, Short Sale Agent is available to represent you when buying Short Sales in all areas of San Fernando Valley, Los Angeles County, please call to request a free consultation (818)968-3718 or email ShortSaleWithLupe@charter.net

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Short Sale Listings in San Fernando Valley ready to be sold, click here

Buying a short sales means Patience. the process can take anywhere from 60 to 120 days. If you are pre-approved for an FHA loan and need help with closing costs. Short Sales may be the answer to your dream of homeownership. Call Lupe Soto, Short Sale Realtor for a free consultatioin.

Below you will find a list of short sales listings in San Fernando Valley, easy to show, please call or email to request an appointment for showings, www.ShortSaleWithLupe.com

We hope these listings will help you find short sale real estate. If you have any questions about purchasing short sales please feel free to call or email us. We are experts at helping our clients purchase short sales. Please take advantage of our experience and call us today to answer any of your questions.

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