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This short sale world of ours has caused Realtors to think outside the box! I understand when you have a client whose utilities have been turned off, but what is my buyer supposed to do with that when we have to get our home inspection? Yes, it is the responsibility of the seller to have the uti...
03/01/2011
Effective January 18, 2011, Prosperity Mortgage will be implementing new FHA guidelines allowing consideration to be given to borrowers with credit scores below 600. Up until now, most lenders required FICO scores of 620-640 to qualify for an FHA loan. Prosperity Mortgage has been holding at a ...
02/24/2011
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My Mom came to visit for a week from Virginia Beach so we decided to spend a portion of our Monday volunteering. We went to the House of Mercy and helped in their thrift store. We hung up clothes, organized clothing racks, books and shoes, helped people bring in donations, and generally just pit...
02/20/2011
There is a new community being built by Ryan homes in Gainesville, VA. If you are interested in new homes, or looking to buy a home give me a call. Gainesville, Bristow, Haymarket and the surrounding area is on the build! I would be happy to take you into any new model homes or pre-owned homes...
02/09/2011
Looking for something fun to do this winter with the kids and get some exercise? Well, for the next few weeks you can still go to the Harris Pavilion Skating Rink and do just that! The rink is open the following times: Wednesday and Thursday from 3pm to 9pm Fridays from 3pm to 10pm Saturdays fro...
02/07/2011
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Coupons can be a great thing! Are they beneficial enough for you to try to pass them on to your friends, neighbors, or complete strangers? I say yes! Some coupons are not worth it, but some are just down right great. Take the $10 free Gift Card that Target offers if you transfer or fill a new ...
02/06/2011
When I short sale my home will I get a 1099 for the amount the bank forgave? YES! If you owe a debt to someone and they forgive or "cancel" that debt you may be required to pay taxes on the amount that was forgiven. Regardless of whether you have to pay taxes on the forgiven amount or not, you ...
02/06/2011
Many people in the Northern Viriginia area come here to work for government agencies, buy a home, and a few years later have to move on to another job opportunity. The government's employees are in constant motion which leads to high overturn for their properties. Some choose to sell, some choos...
02/02/2011
Here is February's Insurance installment from Ketty Wilcoxen. She is available to help you with your insurance needs and can provide you with a no-obligation quote on many different types of insurance. Today, Ketty will be reviewing things you should know when searching for Homeowners Insurance....
02/01/2011
My associate at Long & Foster, Ketty Wilcoxen, will be giving us great tips each month about the different types of Insurance we offer. So, look for her "guest" feature on my blog monthly. Long & Foster offers convenient and competative plans and pricing for many different types of insurance: Pe...
02/01/2011