June 9, 2010: Mortgage Applications Mortgage purchase applications--which do not take into consideration all-cash transactions--fell 5.7 percent the week ending June 4th, marking five consecutive weeks of decline after the tax credit expired on April 30th. Purchase applications are down 35 percen
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06/20/2010
One of the most common and costly mistakes made by sellers is setting an unrealistically high asking price. Every seller wants to receive the highest closing price possible for their house, but losing sight of fair market value can have serious repercussions. In some cases a lack of objectivity r
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06/20/2010
Job growth will be the key factor in whether the U.S. real estate market can extend a recovery after the end of the federal homebuyer tax credit, according to a Harvard University study. High unemployment is fueling the foreclosure crisis and discouraging the household formation that drives prop
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06/20/2010
Concerts on the Square Marshfield Clinic and City Pages along with Wausau Area Events present what has become the place to in Wausau during the summer! The Wednesday evening Concerts on the Square series features a diverse musical lineup for all tastes and ages. Carry-ins are allowed or visit som
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06/17/2010
Buying REO REO, or real estate owned (by the lender), is the most popular method of buying a foreclosure, because it's generally the easiest and safest way. However, when you purchase a lender-owned property, it can offer the least value and most competition. Understand that the lender acquired t
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06/17/2010
Article highlights: Figuring a maximum monthly payment Getting prequalified vs. preapproved Checking your credit score When you are shopping for a Wausau home, it makes sense to know your price range. Often the first step a real estate agent will take is prequalify you for a loan. This might be
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06/17/2010
The Home Buyer's Tax Credit recently expired for first time home buyer's but it is still available uniformed services of the U.S military, members of the Foreign Service of the U.S., or employees of the intelligence community who are actively serving outside of the U.S. on official extended duty
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06/17/2010
Homes on the market In Marthon County as of 6/17 10 #1267 Homes Sold 1/1/10 - 6/17/10 #482 Homes Sold 1/109 - 6/17/09 #419 Homes Sold 1/1/08 - 6/17/08 #461 Homes Sold 1/1/07 - 6/17/07 #589 Homes Sold 1/106 - 6/17/06 #610 Homes Sold 1/1/05 - 6/17/05 #577
06/17/2010
Homes Sold Under $100,000 - #22 Homes Sold $101,000 - $200,000 #26 Homes Sold $201,000 and up #10 Total For Marathon County for part of June #58
06/17/2010
Steps for Getting Ready to Buy Step 1. Find a Local Lender You Can Talk To in PersonLocal lenders understand your market and know of loan programs that might be beneficial to you. Check with your lender on any local programs that might help with closing costs or in other ways. Even though the
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06/15/2010
