About The F.C. Tucker Company     Judgment, Courage, Patience and Vision... These words appear on a plaque in the Executive offices of F.C. Tucker Company, Inc. under a likeness of the firm's founder, the late Frederick C. Tucker, Sr. The words not only describe the founder's attributes, but they also serve as continued reminders of our Company beliefs. We have a long history Started in Indianapolis 90 years ago, Tucker has 35 affiliate offices in Indiana and Kentucky, in addition to its 15 Indianapolis-area offices. Less than one percent of all real estate firms in America enjoy a continuing history as long as F.C. Tucker Company, Inc. Our goal Our goal is to orchestrate a process that makes your experience in buying or selling real estate a smooth and enjoyable one. In addition, ... 07/14/2013

 Sometimes, when listings expire and homes do not sell, home owners may feel like giving up hopes of relocating. When the home price and condition are good, the marketing exposure can make all the difference to get sellers an offer on their property and get them moving!  As in this case when the sellers gave us an opportunity to market their property to the masses, we did have multiple showings and an accepted offer within 27 days of being on the market with F.C.Tucker 1st Team Real Estate serving Northwest Indiana Not all listing experiences are the same -> Talk To Tucker to market your home to attract ready, willing and able buyers. Just SOLD La Porte, Indiana 46350    10/30/2011

Just SOLD -La Pore County, IN Short Sale Closed before the June 3oth 1st time Home Buyer tax credit deadline - whew! Our MLS Board has a Short Sale Addendum  Buyers and Sellers sign with any offer to pruchase on a property that is listed Subject to Lender (s) approval of a Short Sale. The time for negotiating these specific types of Real Estate Transactions with one or more lenders sometimes does NOT coincide with the date the buyers enter on the purchase agreement ;0 Thanks God, everything fell into place on the last day to close!  xxx$130,000.00 - SOLD ->Well Maintained BRICK Ranch w/ Full Basement & Fenced Yard in La Porte, IN ( Subject To Short Sale Approval)Location: Center TownshipSorry this home is SOLD already - Red Brick Beauty in La Porte, IN -Lovingly maintained Ranch Home w/... 07/01/2010

The La Porte County Fairis going on now through July 25, 2009 from 8 am - 11 pm.  Don't miss out on the 4-H exhibits, carnival rides, bull riding, and demo derbies.  At the 1840s Pioneer Village, demonstrations will be taking place in rope making, basket weaving, and wood working.  The one-room schoolhouse, general store, candy shop, and milk cabin will also be open for you to explore.  The Pioneer Village is open from 1pm - 10pm.    La Porte County Fair2481 W State Road 2La Porte, IN Irene TronMaking Real Estate Enjoyable in Northwest Indianawww.irenetronrealtor.com   07/21/2009

La Porte County Home SOLD - Your choice of REAL Estate Professionals does make a difference. Not every REALTOR is the same... Not every Listing Experience is the same... We tell this to clients who've had multiple previous agents in the past. At first they doubt. Then when their home gets marketed to the masses by a Team who has a Certified Residential Specialist (Grace) and showings and offers come in and we counter with suggestions to facilitate successful closure by an 'out of the box' thinking Real Estate Broker( Jeff) ....the Home is SOLD in only 91 days on the Market!   When you List with the Safrin Team of Spouses Selling Houses,  it's a clean slate....forget the past and we'll  provide suggestions that will MOVE you.....be prepared, not surprised :) On  Facebook  ?...... be-frie... 04/25/2009

The Super Tour was another success! Century 21 1st team, inc in LaPorte, hosted it's monthly Foreclosure Super Tour.  A tour of 4-6 REO's, Foreclosures, Fixer-uppers, mulit-units etc....OPEN AND FREE TO THE PUBLIC. Below is a 1 minute clip with photos of the tour. http://www.visualtour.com/shownp.asp?SK=13&T=1811889 The brief session before the tour focused on "How to buy a HUD home" We gave valuable information to the tour buffs, showing them the following: How to find HUD homes online The difference between Uninsured and Insured properties How to view HUD properties How to bid on a HUD home The contracts involved Earnest money and types of loans OUR NEXT TOUR IS SCHEDULED FOR SATURDAY MARCH 14TH AT 10 AM AT: Century 21 1st team, inc  245 W Johnson Rd, LaPorte, IN  46350 219-324-2121 f... 02/26/2009

Kerosene Heater Safety Suggested Usage Practices December 20, 2008 Written By: MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY Questions and Answers #1 How safe are the new unvented portable kerosene heaters?That depends upon who you talk to. Some public health and safety officials take a cautious view of these types of heaters. Some manufacturers and dealers, however, do not. But it is a fact that these types of heaters can be a potential fire hazard and that the pollutants these heaters produce may represent a significant health hazard.For these reasons, some communities and some states have banned the use of these types of heaters in homes. Would-be buyers of unvented, portable kerosene heaters should check with building authorities and/or fire officials and insurance representatives first.If this type of... 01/06/2009

 The last thing you want is to move into a home or condo unaware of potential problems. Problems that could be costly to repair or, worse, beyond repair. That's why it's critical to choose a service like ours. We have the training to know exactly what to look out for. If there are problems, we'll find them for you.Why bother with a home inspection?Every dream house can quickly turn into a financial nightmare. The faulty components and structural defects you indirectly choose to ignore by foregoing a home inspection can come back to haunt you even 15 or 20 years down the line. Buying a home is a huge investment. First Class Property Inspection wants to ensure it's also one of the smartest moves you'll ever make. How We Can Help You Our inspections enable you to take control of your real ... 11/26/2008

THANKSGIVING DAY IS A UNIQUELY AMERICAN HOLIDAY. IT'S THE DAY WHEN WE RE-ENACT THE AUTUMN HARVEST FEAST SHARED BETWEEN THE PLYMOUTH COLONISTS AND THE WAMPANOAG INDIANS IN 1621. NEARLY 400 YEARS LATER, WE STILL CELEBRATE THE SPIRIT OF COOPERATION THAT EXISTED THEN AND CONTINUES TO THRIVE AMONG SAILORS AND MARINES SERVING THE AMERICAN PEOPLE TODAY. IT'S ALSO A CHANCE FOR ALL OF US TO GIVE THANKS FOR OUR GOOD FORTUNE TO LIVE IN THE GREATEST COUNTRY IN THE WORLD. 11/26/2008

Today is my parents anniversary, 46 years.  In a time, that many unions don't last a year or two.  My parents have been happily (mostly) married for 46 years.  so, if you see my parents around LaPorte today or up in New Buffalo at Redmaks that is where they are going for lunch.  Wish them a happy anniversery.  They have two great boys (yes, I am one of them) and 5 super grand-kids.  They have the life of Riley spending time from Indiana and Florida.  They are givers in the community.  My mom was deputy treasurer and LaPorte city councilwoman for eight years.  My dad a deacon in the church for many years.  I remember the summer he took a two week vacation to help build our church in LaPorte.  So, today, wish them a happy one and I am sure many more to come. Dave Woodson Indiana's Loan Of... 08/04/2008

We Represented Buyers and Closed on a Home in La Porte, Indiana yesterday. Our system of working with potential buyers who have a home to sell includes detailed upfront communication on buying a home contingent on another closing.  With an Exclusive Buyer Agency Agreement in place, and a Pre-qualified Letter from their lender on file, we start the search based on criteria and price range/buying power by the Multiple Listing Service. Property History Search may even reveal what the last owner paid for the homes selected . Going over Seller Disclosures and pertinent County Assessor Data before showings, addresses up front, any areas of concern. Armed with our business cards, we encourage clients to drive the neighborhood and past the list of homes considered before scheduling showings....... 05/30/2008

Single Family Homes Residential          2- Bedrooms         3 Bedrooms         4 Bedrooms         5+ Bedrooms         All Bedrooms        Active    #Units591496522295     Average List Price$100,913$152,665$212,150$328,736$168,552     Average Market Time11310896115107     Average Square Feet10991658247832961849         All Off Market    #Units134018172         Pending    #Units4159129     Average List Price$91,925$131,861$115,373$184,000$123,034     Average Market Time69949024595     Average Square Feet13591439181913921544         Sold    #Units9259043     Dollar Value$921,400$3,821,750$1,674,276$0$6,417,426     Average List Price$109,067$157,540$192,330$0$154,676     Average Sold Price$102,378$152,870$186,031$0$149,242     Average Market Time9680117091     Average Square Feet1156152623... 09/19/2007

La Porte, Indiana, in La Porte county  La Porte (French for "The Door") is a city in La Porte County, Indiana, of which it is the county seat. Its population was 21,621 at the 2000 census. It is one of the two principal cities of the Michigan City-La Porte, Indiana Metropolitan Statistical Area, which is included in the Chicago-Naperville-Michigan City, Illinois-Indiana-Wisconsin Combined Statistical Area. La Porte is located in northwest Indiana, east of Gary, west of South Bend, and was first settled in 1830.Wikipedia®                              07/30/2007

1500 TSF. Four Bedroom Cape Cod Hud Home in Laporte IndianaShelby Indiana Hud Home AvailableHow and Where to Buy Local HUD Homes The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) sells homes at reduced prices that you might want to buy!  What is a HUD Home? "A HUD home is a 1 to 4 unit residential property acquired by HUD as a result of a foreclosure action on an FHA-insured mortgage. HUD becomes the property owner and offers it for sale to recover the loss on the foreclosure claim."    Anyone can buy a HUD home -- all you need is the cash, or can qualify for a loan (certain restrictions apply).   As with any large government program, there are procedures that you have to follow in order to participate.    Check out the listings of HUD homes in your area. If you think you want to bu... 05/23/2007

LaPorte Hospital Located in downtown LaPorte has received a Gold Hospital Award for their commitment to enhancing organ and tissue donations throughout Indiana.  The award was given by the Indiana Organ Procurement Organization (IOPO).For information on Organ and Tissue Donation visit www.iopo.org , www.donatelifeindiana.com or www.tbionline.org For more information on LaPorte Hospital visit www.laportehealth.orgThe Times had a daily brief about the award in the Wednesday, May 2nd issue.Again congrats to LaPorte Hospital.  Keep up the Great Work. 05/02/2007

Laporte, Indiana,  has many types of real estate investment available.  New inventory enters the market daily. If you need to invest money from a company buyout, savings, divorce, inheritance, settlement, IRA or 401k cash-out, consider Laporte, Indiana real estate. Is it time to upgrade your current Real Estate Investment Property? Trade your existing investment property for a larger one without paying Capital Gains Tax with a 1031 Tax Exchange. Pool your money with friends and/or family. The possibility to invest as a TIC (Tenants in Common) with a number of people appeal to many as a means to increase the size and quality of an Investment Property. Email us for available investment properties.info@CommercialAffiliates.com  04/21/2007

What to Keep From Your ClosingThe Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act (RESPA) statement. This form, sometimes called a HUD 1 statement, itemizes all the costs associated with the closing. You'll need for income tax purposes and when you sell the home. The Truth in Lending Statement summarizes the terms of your mortgage loan. The mortgage and the note (two pieces of paper) spell out the legal terms of your mortgage obligation and the agreed-upon repayment terms. The deed transfers ownership of the property to you. Affidavits swearing to various statements by either party. For example, the sellers will often sign an affidavit stating that they have not incurred any liens on the property. Riders are amendments to the sales contract that affect your rights. For example, if you buy a condo... 03/07/2007