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Job Loss Mortgage Insurance Job Loss Insurance is available in Massachusetts! Recently, some young buyers I was working with decided to stop their home search citing growing uneasiness with staying employed at his current job. Both their incomes were needed to qualify for a home and the thought o...
03/23/2011
With all the snow we've had here in New England the recent rains and somewhat warmer weather has been welcomed. The snow has started to melt and as one person emailed me and said, "hey, I can now see the deer in my backyard" Yes, indeed, I can see then as well. The first day of Spring is only 3 w...
02/28/2011
Mortgage Electronic Systems If you've ever read the foreclosure notices in the paper you undoubtedly have noticed the name Mortgage Electronic Systems mentioned quite frequently. In case your wondering just who that is read on... MERS or Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems was created back i...
02/27/2011
This is my entry for the Latest Active Rain Challenge promoting the new book, Surviving the Serengeti, by Stefan Swanepoel.   After downloading the two preview chapters from Active Rain I was immediately drawn in by Stephan's writing. My mind was instantly filled with visions of the Serengeti, th...
02/25/2011
31 Cullen Street East, Taunton MA Immaculate Vintage Ranch!   Immaculate Vintage Ranch! Overview Maps Photos Description $219,900 Single Family Home Main Features 3 Bedrooms1 BathroomInterior: 1050 sqftLot: 22,651 sqft Location 31 Cullen StreetTaunton, MA 02718USA To get updates on open home date...
02/15/2011
  FHA Low Fico Loan Program Several banks have begun offering a new program called the Low Fico FHA Loan.  This will open up the buying opportunity to millions of more potential homeowners looking to buy now affordable homes, in todays market.   The program is for borrowers with a FICO score of 5...
02/12/2011
THE CAPE COD CANAL It's nearly impossible in these parts to find someone who hasn't been over the Cape Cod Canal and it's bridges. If you've ever been on Cape Cod proper and you didn't arrive by plane or boat then your ridden over these majestic bridges. The Sagamore and the Bourne are the two br...
02/09/2011
  MASSACHUSETTS LEAD PAINT TAX CREDIT It's tax time again......if you recently had any lead paint work contracted by a licensed professional you may be entitled to a tax credit as follows: The credit for Full Compliance can be up to $1500 per residential unit for Full Compliance and $500 for Inte...
02/07/2011
Massachusetts this year has been constantly pounded by storm after snow storm. In between we've had freezing rain and melting creating very dangerous roof conditions. As a result, we've had numerous roof collapses across the state.   Victims have included several personal residences, many commerc...
02/04/2011
Massachusetts Septic System Tax Credit It's that time of year again. If you've had to repair of replace your septic system in Massachusetts you most likely qualify for The Massachusetts Septic System Tax Credit. The credit applies to dwellings occupied as a principle residence who had to replace ...
02/04/2011
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As a Realtor with high degree of honesty, integrity and professionalism , I have assisted clients and customers in making one of the largest financial decisions of their lives. With over 25 years of extensive experience in all types of markets working with both sellers and buyers. I've seen lots of changes. Currently there are incredible opportunities for buyers and investors. Home prices are on the rise but there are still incredible deals coupled with low interest rates! Multifamily homes are also something to seriously look at. With the fall of values these have come down as well yet rents have remained strong giving the buyer or investor a much better cash flow on their investment. Call me now to discuss your options. Many banks are easing up on the lending making money more available to all types of buyers. Contact me today and let's discuss your real estate needs.