As a new homebuyer, it is important to take the time to do your research before starting the buying process. Taking the time to do a little homework can help you avoid making some critical mistakes. You should never assume that the home is in perfect condition just because it is new. You need to get pre-approved for your loan prior to house-hunting. Take the time to shop with at least three lenders. By being pre-approved, you will be less likely to purchase a home that you are unable to afford. Also, remember that you are not obligated to spend the entire amount you are approved for. When you go through the pre-approval process, you will receive a good faith estimate from each lender that breaks down loan costs. Use the estimates to compare the loans to get the best deal. Before purchas... 05/05/2009

New Listings 35   Back on Market 2   Price Increases 0     Price Reductions 27   Contingents 8   Pendings 6   Solds 6   Expireds 16   Inactives 3   Check out our No Cash Down program. or call 24/7 (877) 735-3527  ID # 1074 Don Wenner The Don Wenner Home Selling TeamKeller Williams Real Estate 2901 Emrick Blvd. Suite 100 Bethlehem PA 18020PA RE License #RS300485 (C) 484-542-2868 (O) 610-867-8888(F) 610-867-8889 http://www.donwenner.com    email: don@donwenner.com "Your Home Sold Guaranteed, Or I'll Buy It" "Buy A home with our Team and Receive up to a $10,000 Cash Reward!" Chris HoffmanPa Re License #RS298340Theresa BarlowPa Re License #RS281312Barb MiersPa Re License #RS278138 05/04/2009

It's spring, and market aside, you have "moving fever." You have been in your home awhile, and it needs some home improvements to bring it back to life again. There are some great deals on the market on some homes that have already been upgraded. Do you fix up your own place or do you move on? This dilemma has probably crossed the mind of many homeowners who want to modernize their residence. The first thing to take into consideration is how much it would cost to buy a new home. You must figure the price of selling your home and real-estate costs (packing, moving, and financing of a new loan). There may also be some hidden items, such as the new owners asking you to replace an old appliances, or carpeting. Sit down and get a clear estimate on how much time and money it will cost you to... 04/30/2009

The real estate marker has seen some major changes due to the impact of the economic downturn. Homebuyers are finding it more difficult to obtain financing, while sellers have become desperate to quickly sell their homes. These changes have caused many buyers and sellers to now consider having all or part of the purchase price of a home financed by the seller. Seller financing is on the rise because many buyers can no longer qualify for affordable loans. Seller financing is appealing to owners because it makes their property more competitive in the market. There are several advantages and disadvantages to seller financing for both buyers and sellers. Advantages For buyers: It puts the buyer in a more affordable loan. The financing can also cover closing costs, which can allow the buyer ... 04/28/2009

New Listings 30   Back on Market 3   Price Increases 2   Price Reductions 12   Contingents 1   Pendings 8   Solds 1   Expireds 9   Inactives 3   Check out our No Cash Down program.  or call 24/7 (877) 735-3527  ID # 1074 Don Wenner The Don Wenner Home Selling TeamKeller Williams Real Estate 2901 Emrick Blvd. Suite 100 Bethlehem PA 18020PA RE License #RS300485 (C) 484-542-2868 (O) 610-867-8888(F) 610-867-8889 http://www.donwenner.com    email: don@donwenner.com "Your Home Sold Guaranteed, Or I'll Buy It" "Buy A home with our Team and Receive up to a $10,000 Cash Reward!" Chris HoffmanPa Re License #RS298340Theresa BarlowPa Re License #RS281312Barb MiersPa Re License #RS278138 04/26/2009

A great way to take advantage of the new stimulus package signed into law by President Obama recently is to replace your old roof with a more energy efficient one. Whether you live in an area that has battled long cold winters, or somewhere where the sun shines throughout the year, your roof takes a beating. This is the perfect time to replace yours for a new Energy Star qualified roof which will reflect more of the sun's rays. This will lower roof surface temperature by up to 100°F, decreasing the amount of heat transferred into the building. One-sixth of all energy generated in this country is used in air-conditioning. That means Americans spend close to $40 billion annually to air condition buildings. The Energy Star roof will reduce the amount of air conditioning needed in a buildin... 04/23/2009

Even before President Obama's current loan modification program began, banks and other lenders started  to offer programs to prevent homeowners from going into foreclosure, often by modifying their loans. With loan modification, the lenders restructures the current loan to be no more than a certain percentage of a borrower's household income; 38% was common, though some lenders used a lower or higher figure, usually between 31 percent and 41 percent. The borrower most have enough income to pay off the new loan amount, possibly with a 40 year extension or some of the principal deferred until the loan is refinanced or the home is sold. To qualify, a "hardship letter" is required to prove the borrower has undergone a very traumatic life changing event or severe financial hardship like a lo... 04/21/2009

  New Listings 23   Back on Market 1   Price Increases 2   Price Reductions 14   Contingents 5   Pendings 8   Solds 15   Expireds 3   Inactives 5   Looking for 100% No money down financing? Check out our No Cash Down program.  or call 24/7 (877) 735-3527  ID # 1074 Don Wenner The Don Wenner Home Selling TeamKeller Williams Real Estate 2901 Emrick Blvd. Suite 100 Bethlehem PA 18020PA RE License #RS300485 (C) 484-542-2868 (O) 610-867-8888(F) 610-867-8889 http://www.donwenner.com    email: don@donwenner.com "Your Home Sold Guaranteed, Or I'll Buy It" "Buy A home with our Team and Receive up to a $10,000 Cash Reward!" Chris HoffmanPa Re License #RS298340Theresa BarlowPa Re License #RS281312Barb MiersPa Re License #RS278138 04/19/2009

These days, trying to obtain a loan can be a challenge. With the three credit reporting agencies responsible for millions of US citizens, mistakes will happen. The manner in which companies report data to the agencies can create mistakes. To be on top of your credit report and any potential errors that could be negatively affecting you from receiving credit, pull your credit report. Consumers can order a free report online at www.annual creditreport.com or by calling (877) 322-8228. There are complete directions on the website available explaining step by step how to receive the report. You can also contact the bureaus separately To contact Experian go to www.experian.com, TransUnion go to www.transunion.com, and Equifax go to www.equifax.com. If you are applying for a mortgage, and the... 04/16/2009

New Listings 10   Back on Market 1   Price Increases 0     Price Reductions 9   Contingents 0     Pendings 3   Solds 1   Expireds 11   Inactives 1   Check out our No Cash Down program.  or call 24/7 (877) 735-3527  ID # 1074 Don Wenner The Don Wenner Home Selling TeamKeller Williams Real Estate 2901 Emrick Blvd. Suite 100 Bethlehem PA 18020PA RE License #RS300485 (C) 484-542-2868 (O) 610-867-8888(F) 610-867-8889 http://www.donwenner.com    email: don@donwenner.com "Your Home Sold Guaranteed, Or I'll Buy It" "Buy A home with our Team and Receive up to a $10,000 Cash Reward!" Chris HoffmanPa Re License #RS298340Theresa BarlowPa Re License #RS281312Barb MiersPa Re License #RS278138 04/13/2009

When updating your home, it is important to remember that your home is your investment.  When doing any type of home improvement project, you need to make choices that are not only appealing, but will also provide you the best return on your investment. If you think that you will be staying in your home for only a short time, your decisions should be based on your rate of return. Over-improving your home is a major mistake that many homeowners make.  Potential buyers will not always see the value of your improvements.  If you want to get the best return on your investment, take the time to research what are standard upgrades in your area and then use that as a benchmark when upgrading your home. It is important that you make the correct choices when updating your home office.  It is ver... 04/10/2009

Just before the stimulus bill became law, Vice President Joseph Biden examined a 79-year-old bridge over the Conodoguinet Creek in North Middletownship, PA that  needed repair. He asked Scott Christie, the state transportation official charged with deploying economic-stimulus money if the project was shovel-ready. Mr. Christie answered, "It's ready to go." This bridge appeared to be a perfect candidate for stimulus bill funding, but Mr. Biden was soon to find out that the project would not be ready to go for almost four months or longer. He would run up against up locals not wanting disruption and the locals would defeat him. The purpose of this stimulus bill signed in February is to help cities and states create jobs again for thousands of unemployed workers by starting repairs through... 04/07/2009

New Listings 22   Back on Market 2   Price Increases 1   Price Reductions 11   Contingents 2   Pendings 6   Solds 4   Expireds 12   Inactives 9   Check out our No Cash Down program. or call 24/7 (877) 735-3527  ID # 1074 Don Wenner The Don Wenner Home Selling TeamKeller Williams Real Estate 2901 Emrick Blvd. Suite 100 Bethlehem PA 18020PA RE License #RS300485 (C) 484-542-2868 (O) 610-867-8888(F) 610-867-8889 http://www.donwenner.com    email: don@donwenner.com "Your Home Sold Guaranteed, Or I'll Buy It" "Buy A home with our Team and Receive up to a $10,000 Cash Reward!" Chris HoffmanPa Re License #RS298340Theresa BarlowPa Re License #RS281312Barb MiersPa Re License #RS278138 04/05/2009

President Obama's housing rescue plan includes a cramdown provision that would allow bankruptcy-court judges to write down mortgage debt for homeowners.  This bill will only apply to existing mortgages on primary residences, and homeowners would only be eligible if they can prove that they made an effort to work a deal with their lender prior to filing for Chapter 13 bankruptcy.  Current legislation allows bankruptcy-court judges to reduce all debt, except mortgages on primary residences. President Obama's goal is to encourage lenders to consider modifying troubled mortgages before the homeowner files for bankruptcy. This bill will directly address the foreclosure crisis and put an end to distressed homeowners.  It also would be a great way to assist homeowners that owe more than their ... 04/02/2009

A lot of people think that their smaller home can't compete with larger homes on the market, but this is not necessarily true.  There's a whole segment of the buying public out there that is not looking for  a McMansion, even a Happy Meal sized home.  The octuplet mom is not in that demographic but there are plenty of tone, two, and even three person families at all stages of the home-buying cycle who just want a small space.  There are several benefits to owning a smaller home.  You just need to simply make prospective buyers aware of these benefits.  The following are the things you should highlight when selling your home. A smaller home costs less.  The utility costs are cheaper and if the home is on a smaller lot, potential buyers will also save in taxes.  The lower cost will provi... 04/02/2009

New Listings 19   Back on Market 0     Price Increases 0     Price Reductions 15   Contingents 1   Pendings 10   Solds 2   Expireds 13   Inactives 0     Check out our No Cash Down program. or call 24/7 (877) 735-3527  ID # 1074 Don Wenner The Don Wenner Home Selling TeamKeller Williams Real Estate 2901 Emrick Blvd. Suite 100 Bethlehem PA 18020PA RE License #RS300485 (C) 484-542-2868 (O) 610-867-8888(F) 610-867-8889 http://www.donwenner.com    email: don@donwenner.com "Your Home Sold Guaranteed, Or I'll Buy It" "Buy A home with our Team and Receive up to a $10,000 Cash Reward!" Chris HoffmanPa Re License #RS298340Theresa BarlowPa Re License #RS281312Barb MiersPa Re License #RS278138 03/29/2009

Unfortunately, many people have lost their homes due to foreclosure.  If you see yourself heading down this path, it is important that you take the necessary steps to quickly sell your home. When selling your home you need to make sure it is priced correctly.  Remember that your goal is to have a quick sale so your can avoid foreclosure.  Overpricing your home will only cause it to sit on the market longer.  You should have a real estate agent do a Comparative Market Analysis (CMA).  The CMA will tell you what similar homes in your neighborhood have sold for.  You can then use the analysis to aggressively price your home.  Also, if you currently owe more than your home is worth, you many need to consider a short-sale. If you want to quickly sell your home then make sure it shows by taki... 03/27/2009

You have found your dream home and are ready to make the purchase.  Before you start negotiating price, take the time to clearly understand how to successfully negotiate so that you get the home at the price you can afford. To successfully negotiate the price you need to understand the seller.  You need to know what is motivating them to sell.  For example, if you find out the seller has already purchased another home; you may be able to negotiate the price for much less than the asking price. Before making an offer find out what comparables in the neighborhood have sold for.  You need to make sure you are getting the home for a fair price.  This will also help you decide how much to offer for the home. You should never disclose too much information about yourself and you should always ... 03/24/2009

24-Hour Market Watch New Listings 18   Back on Market 4   Price Increases 1   Price Reductions 10   Contingents 2   Pendings 11   Solds 3   Expireds 17   Inactives 1   Check out our No Cash Down program.  or call 24/7 (877) 735-3527  ID # 1074 Don Wenner The Don Wenner Home Selling TeamKeller Williams Real Estate 2901 Emrick Blvd. Suite 100 Bethlehem PA 18020PA RE License #RS300485 (C) 484-542-2868 (O) 610-867-8888(F) 610-867-8889 http://www.donwenner.com    email: don@donwenner.com "Your Home Sold Guaranteed, Or I'll Buy It" "Buy A home with our Team and Receive up to a $10,000 Cash Reward!" Chris HoffmanPa Re License #RS298340Theresa BarlowPa Re License #RS281312Barb MiersPa Re License #RS278138 03/23/2009

Don Wenner | Keller Williams Real Estate | donwenner1@hotmail.com | 484-542-2868 606 Carlton Ave, Bethlehem, PA Home for Rent in Bethlehem City 3BR/1BA Single Family House $850/month Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 1 full, 0 partial Sq Footage 1,088 Parking None Pet Policy No pets Deposit $0 see additional photos below ADDITIONAL PHOTOS Photo 1Photo 2Photo 3Photo 4Photo 5Photo 6 Contact info: Don Wenner Keller Williams Real Estate donwenner1@hotmail.com 484-542-2868 Equal Opportunity Housing Posted: Mar 23, 2009, 3:00am PDT 03/22/2009