I truly believe in redistribution of wealth. Truth be told, it is quite apparent to me that many of you believe in it also. After all, you willingly take part in it. I am a big proponent of sharing what I have especially when it comes to my opinion. Should you be interested I will certainly gi...

10/31/2008

Two Proud Days in 2008

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It is exactly 50 years ago that I became old enough to vote for the President of the United States. That was in 1958 when I turned 21. I had to wait two years in order to exercise that right. This year, 2008, there are actually two days when I can express my preference. On February 12th I vote...

10/30/2008

My Secret Weapon

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Hopefully everyone has something that gives them a pick me up when a transaction doesn't work out for your buyers or your sellers. It would be interesing to know what it is that puts everything in the proper perspective for you. I have my secret weapon. It is my children and my grandchildren. ...

10/28/2008

I Know It's All My Own Fault But..............

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Yes, that's right. I volunteered to go down to Louisiana with the Red Cross during our last hurricane scare but I really meant to come back and jump right into AR again. Didn't happen and here it is two months later. Reasons? Many, including lots of family activities, registering voters and hel...

10/28/2008

This FREEBIE is a Winner

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Are you skeptical of the "too good to be true" emails that you receive day after day promising you everything? I am. However, once in awhile a great one comes along that really is "too good not to use". This morning I received a message with some great information. It suggested putting a certa...

10/28/2008

It's All About Pacing

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You are getting ready to compete in the Indy 500. You cannot just jump in a car and and slam the pedal to the floor and never let up. There are many things to consider. You are not going into this race to practice driving nor to wipe out. You are there to win. You need to be prepared. Do you...

10/26/2008

FHA Down Payment Assistance Program Alternatives

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Although we do not see many FHA loans here at Lake Anna, I thought this just might be useful information given the type of lending climate we are in right now. For some potential buyers, this may well be the means of obtaining a home. The Bad News…DAPS Going Away The Housing and Economic Recov...

10/26/2008

Assessing Our Homes Honestly

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As we age wouldn't you say that maintenance becomes more of an issue especially if we try to look younger than we are or at the very least our age. It is highly likely that our homes and the homes of our clients are in the same boat. Anytime a house has a few years on it, it begins to show some s...

10/26/2008

Auditioning for the Role

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Listing Agreements and Buyer Agency Agreements are different. Very often when the conversation revolves around the use of the Buyer Agency Agreement form the topic of the Listing Agreement comes up. The argument is if you require a listing agreement you should require a buyer agency agreement. W...

10/26/2008

REAL ESTATE is in My Veins

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During the recent hurricane season I spent some time in Louisiana as a Red Cross volunteer. While down there I was able to keep in touch by e-mail on my laptop which I had taken and on my Blackberry. Although I was in constant touch it was not quite the same as when I had been away from the off...

10/26/2008