My guess is you are confused and actually thinking of buying an REO, short for Real Estate Owned by the bank. Foreclosure is a trigger word. A word agents know you will call them about. Something they set the expectation of being a great value for the money. These agents […]
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Years ago I took a listing only to hear, “I cannot make my loan payment”. There was around $70,000 in equity and the client was at risk for loosing it all. I encouraged her to explain her hardship to the bank and request a forbearance. That is, ask the bank […]
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“No money down”, initially a free home, is often a very bad idea… Notice: JavaScript is required for this content.
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I tell my clients, “please do not leave me without a CLUE.” There are several references to a home claims history, which reports on insurance claims if any taken out against the property. These home insurance claims history reports are sometimes also referred to as “Letter of Experience” or “CLUE Report”. […]
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Many people search for a home by going online, in the newspaper, or going to a house for sale. Worse yet they talk to a bunch of different agents trying to do the entire search on their own, without ever considering hiring anybody to fight for their best interests. These […]
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What happens when Border Patrol agents apply their talents off the job? Take a look for yourself, at this beautifully remodelled home. Notice: JavaScript is required for this content.
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So you’re wanting to purchase a foreclosure. That’s a great idea, however, you’re confused in more way than one. First, it’s not a foreclosure. Let me explain. Notice: JavaScript is required for this content.
Read MoreWhen I took Psychology in college my professor told us smell linked to memory formation. Odors trigger not only memories but the strongest memories. He told us a story of his affinity to cinnamon because his first kiss as a young guy was from a girl who had chewed cinnamon gum. That’s […]
Read MoreArizona State law requires the seller disclose known facts that maybe of importance to the buyer in making their decision. We make this easy for you by providing a brief worksheet with common questions buyers ask. Print your form (your agent will send you a copy). Pull out any manuals, […]
Read MoreYears ago a client wanted to use her bank to finance the purchase of a home. She’d banked there for ages and felt they’d take the best care of her. I encouraged her to put in a loan application with the local loan broker as well. That broker ended up negotiating […]
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