Understanding the FHA 203(k)......Part Three Marketing the opportunity In my previous segments I discussed exactly what the FHA 203(k) loan is and the specifics of the underwriting and process of working with a client utilizing the product. This segment is focused on the "how to" generate an
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09/01/2010
I am reblogging Michael's article simply because it is excellent! I have never seen a more comprehensive explanation from any person outside of the finance realm before. Michael's explanation should go a long way to help consumers and agents understand why "What are my closing costs?" makes my
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09/01/2010
What more can I say? This is a great post and provides some great advice on surviving the current real estate market. There is a future beyond where we are right now.Okay, so the truth can be ugly. I get that. I grudgingly read the real estate news every day. Not because I want to hear how drea
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08/31/2010
You gotta love teenagers.... I just received the following text from my 16 year old grand daughter: "What does the American Dream mean to you?"Huh? It's six o'clock on a Sunday evening... eh, a glass of Chardonnay? So, I call said child and say, "HUH?, Is this something you need for school?"Ye
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08/29/2010
Understanding FHA 203(k) Program: Part Two Process, Procedures and Best Practices Second in my series to help real estate agents and consumers understand the opportunities that are available in considering renovation or customization of a home at the time of purchase or as an alternative to
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08/29/2010
I came across Ralph's excellent post about the importance of occupants remaining in our neighborhoods and the result of "ungy" houses in the increased vacancy due to foreclosure. Interestingly, I have just started my series on Understanding FHA's 203(k) program and this post is a perfect segway
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08/28/2010
Every week Renee does an absolutely fantastic job of showing potential clients exactly what the marketplace in Las Vegas is doing. Instead of letting the National news continue to create confusion in her market, she drills down the facts and reveals that consumers need to look locally for their
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08/28/2010
FHA 203(k) Renovation Loan....Easily the Most Underused and Least Understood Mortgage Product Available The opportunities for utilizing the FHA 203(k) program abound in the current market; however, there are very few consumers or agents taking advantage of the opportunity. The reasons for the
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08/28/2010
Another week of negative news and more posts on the possibility of a "double-dip" coming our way....and I am not talking about a double dip pistachio chocolate mint in a freshly made waffle cone! I just posted a comment on a very negative article and am, once again, wondering why so many people
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08/27/2010
This post is a combination of a superb hyper local post and an absolutely awesome video. Get your game on for the upcoming football season. Thanks to Dorie for allowing the reblog.Westwood High School and The University of Texas Football Here in Austin football triggers high emotion! Beginning
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08/27/2010
