Judy LeMarr's (jlemarr) Blog

Home Buyer Alert   For prospective homebuyers who are on the fence about making a home purchase, the next few months represent a countdown of sorts.  To read more about current factors effecting home buyers please link to my blog www.guidemehome2marinluxury.com/2010/2/24/home-buyer-alert.    

Valentine's Day Flowers Mention Valentine's Day and our thoughts turn to cards, chocolates and roses.  But have you ever wondered how we came to celebrate this holiday? According to history.com, the history of Valentine's Day and St. Valentine - its patron saint - is a mystery. Valentine greeting...

Picturesque Marin County Outdoor Hikes and Events   This month, stormy weather permitting, a list of free hikes and events is being offered by the Marin County Parks and Open Space District and the Sierra Club of Marin. The hikes are of moderate exertion and cover less than five miles. Try one or...

The Home Buyer Tax Credit, initially set to expire on November 30, 2009 has been extended into this year.  Additionally, the tax credit has been expanded to include current homeowners looking to purchase a different home.  The key points of the tax credit bill is as follows: First-Time Home Buyer...

Many of my clients have asked about the new loan limits. There is a lot of press around this subject but the facts are difficult to find. The new loan limits are currently only for FHA loans for people who have poor credit or other factors contributing to their need to get an FHA loan. These loan...