Real Estate Information & Articles

Mortgage Insurance for Condominium Units (Section 234(c)) program assists potential homeowners in purchasing a home in a condominium development. The prospective condominium must be the potential homeowner’s primary residence. The intent of this federal program managed under the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is to insure the loan of a borrower who [...]

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I have been in Real Estate as an agent and Broker full time for almost 20 years. There have been some notable changes brought about by technology. When I started out Newspapers and Magazines were the primary ways to advertise your listings or yourself. Now the Newspaper Industry is hardly a force anymore. Their circulation [...]

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Have you thought about where you want to live? Have you ever considered living in a golf course community before? When you think about residing in a place like that, you usually think about all the retired people that must live there. But there are lots of different people that live in a neighborhood like [...]

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There are very few sellers smiling about selling their home. Prices continue to plummet with little positive indicators around the country of turning this downturn around. Unemployment has risen, and mortgages are harder to get. People who might be buyers can’t sell their homes. What is the answer for today’s seller? The answer depends on [...]

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The opportunities are unbelievably plentiful for those wishing to own a small piece of the Wild West. Exhilarating outdoor adventure and true beauty is surprisingly affordable in a parcel of Colorado mountain property. Outdoor activities are part of the lifestyle of the people who live in this part of the country. With four distinct seasons, [...]

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Rates have been relatively low over the last month. This week, they are in the news by falling to a new all time historical low. The 30 year rate fell from 4.75 to 4.69 this week. Two weeks ago the 30 year rate was sitting at 4.72. What’s interesting is that over the last month, [...]

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Carmel, California is one of the most beautiful cities in the country, drawing visitors from all over to enjoy its beaches and luxurious atmosphere. A popular destination for all-girl’s weekend getaways, it is also named one of the top ten dog-friendly cities in the country. Also called Carmel-by-the-Sea, the city was founded in 1902, developing [...]

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You have decided to get a house, for the first time or maybe you had a bad experience last time, here are 5 great tips that will help you out. Bring a digital camera, a notebook, and something to write with. Odds are you aren’t going to find your dream home right off the bat, [...]

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There are a few wants that home buyers perceive as needs when shopping around for a home. As you’re shopping for your next home, you may not have any idea how long you will live there as you may need to sell at some point. With that in mind, consider some practical features potential home [...]

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This type of structure allows the owner to sell off the back part of the block by providing certainty to the purchaser by having obtained a Town Planning Permit. This can be done on a lower budget and be a good way to sell the back yard. The Town Planning Permit will allow the purchaser [...]

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