Monthly Archives: June 2009

Must Read if you are just building your social networking profiles

Must Read if you are just building your social networking profiles

I joined Active Rain in November 2007 because someone told me I should. My last name is Cain and my username on most online accounts is “razncain.” So, without thinking, I registered on AR as razncain. Nobody is searching for … Continue reading

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East Hampton, NY Staging Consultation

East Hampton, NY Staging Consultation

Sellers, please take a moment to read this blog about home staging written by a stager from New York. Different geographic regions — same concept. In this case, all of the Seller’s furniture/decor was used — just some rearranging and … Continue reading

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Repairs – how much should Buyers ask the Seller to pay for when writing a contract?

Repairs – how much should Buyers ask the Seller to pay for when writing a contract?

By the time you and your Realtor select a property and sit down to write the sales contract, your Realtor has probably been pointing out some areas of caution, such as wood rot or a hot water heater that needs … Continue reading

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My electronic newsletter – you should sign up for it – July issue coming out soon, so hurry!

My electronic newsletter – you should sign up for it – July issue coming out soon, so hurry!

Over two years ago, a girlfriend told me that she did not want to receive postal mail from me. She said she loved my recipes and such, but she preferred contact by e-mail. So, I started an electronic newsletter using … Continue reading

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Experiences Selling on Craigslist Teach About Real Estate Selling

Experiences Selling on Craigslist Teach About Real Estate Selling

This Dallas Realtor gives a great explanation of why our Seller’s home should be priced accurately. Via Loreena Yeo – Broker|Realtor(R) of www.Frisco-TX-Homes.com (214) 783-2210 (3:16 team REALTY): This past week, I have been having a blast selling some personal … Continue reading

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8000 Reasons Get Your Butt In Gear: Deadline for First Time Homebuyer Tax Credit Looms

8000 Reasons Get Your Butt In Gear: Deadline for First Time Homebuyer Tax Credit Looms

This article was written by a Realtor in California. Although our timelines are a little different, the concept is the same. Beware of the Lenders getting bogged down, and let’s get to work! Via Janet Guilbault California Mortgage Banker/Broker: First … Continue reading

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Plan before you SELL – and get your Realtor’s Advice

Plan before you SELL – and get your Realtor’s Advice

I have two listings almost ready to go on the market. One Seller is a previous client, so she knew to expect “assignments” from me. The other Seller is a referral, so at our first meeting, I was faced with … Continue reading

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Homebuyers – which inspections should you do?

Homebuyers – which inspections should you do?

After you and the Seller are in agreement of the major components of a real estate contract (sales price, amount of earnest money, closing date, etc.), you will want to perform inspections on the property you intend to purchase. Typical … Continue reading

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USDA Loans – The Rural Housing Loan – The Basics

USDA Loans – The Rural Housing Loan – The Basics

Via Jeff Belonger — The FHA Expert.com — FHA Loans — FHA mortgages – USDA loans (Infinity Home Mortgage Company, Inc):   USDA loans in many areas are becoming more popular, yet many loan officers still don’t know much about … Continue reading

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Earnest money – what is its purpose?

Earnest money – what is its purpose?

Several Tulsa home Buyers have asked me lately WHY they have to write an earnest money check when submitting a contract or they question why it is cashed prior to closing. An earnest money deposit is to show the Buyer’s … Continue reading

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