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2008 has been a crazy, successful and soul searching year.  I've been reflecting on how my business and personal lives have dramatically changed.  I've realized that the self image I have of who I am, really translates into my business too.  How I portray myself to others either builds or diminis...
12/17/2008
The Neighborhood Assistance Corporation of America (NACA) is a wonderful alternative for home buyers who have never owned or currently don't own another piece of real estate.  NACA provides home buyers mortgages with competitive rates with NO Money Down, No Closing Costs and No Hidden Fee's.  A b...
10/27/2008
I was hit with a big shock this week!  I knew 10% down was becoming scarce but it did still exist out there.  Well...as of October 13th, mortgage insurance companies will not cover investment properties for the extra 10%.  You HAVE to have 20% or more to put down on investment purchase for now. I...
10/24/2008
When you have new clients do you review all avenues of contacting them or do you assume they are tech savvy and text?  I was thinking about this today since texting has become so "normal" with many folks.  However, there are still people out there who haven't discovered this quick, easy way to co...
10/21/2008
Wow...when it rains, it pours!  After writing 4 offers in 2 days, I finally feel like I've rounded the corner and I'm headed back to success.  The market has definitely picked up again after a slower early October in the Raleigh, Durham housing market. I've realized working your database is more ...
10/21/2008
Well, it's finally back the oh so yummy state fair.  Now I'm a good eater overall with nutritious meals and what not but once I year I have to let loose!  The NC STATE Fair is in Raleigh, NC until Oct. 26, 2008...why not join us! Here's my TOP FIVE List of favorite foods. 1.  Handmade Pretzel's- ...
10/17/2008
So, I've been around the investment block a time or two but recently I'm stumbling over some different kind of folks...or should we say, wanna be real estate agents. I know the market is tough and homes are dropping in value in many areas, but the Raleigh/Durham market is still plowing ahead.  Th...
10/13/2008
I hope someone will have some candy to hand out this year!
10/13/2008
USDA is still a great choice for many buyers.  It's a true 100% program but it does have some restrictions. If you're looking in rural areas or outskirts of larger cities, it may be a great option for you!  Keep in mind not all mortgage sources have access to these programs. Feel free to give me ...
10/08/2008
I know the market is tough right now and everyone is pinching pennies.  However, if you've got vision and financial savvy you may be able to purchase your next home for next to nothing. HUD has a special program for owner occupants only that allows you to purchase an insured HUD foreclosures for ...
10/08/2008
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Thinking about moving into the Raleigh, Durham, NC area... Educate yourself before you jump into a move...it can save you $$$ This savvy Realtor chick is here to tell it like it is! I cover Raleigh, Durham, Wake County, Cary, Morrisville and the greater Triangle, NC areas.