Created by Benjamin Franklin, title insurance is principally a product of the United States that came about as a result of a lack of land record laws. It can be purchased by a property owner or mortgage owner (bank) to insure against financial loss from property liens or defects in real property
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04/27/2009
This is a once in a life-time chance to buy real estate! The market is presenting opportunity that allows home buyers to make more demands. While shopping for a home, take the time to get answers to these questions below: Listen...do you hear noise created by commerce, roads, railways, public
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04/21/2009
I advise all my clients to consult with the appropriate professionals regarding the possible presence of environmental contaminants, hazard waste, or toxic substances on or near a property they are thinking of placing an offer on. Some examples of issues a buyer should investigate for are radon g
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04/20/2009
If you are currently renting, now is one of the best times in history to consider buying. Mortgage rates are at a historical low and there is a surplus of properties to choose from, giving buyers leverage when it comes to making an offer. Please contact me so I can review some of the following
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04/20/2009
1. Quality of life - a home provides stability and security for you and your loved ones. 2. Pride of home ownership - it's your personal haven. 3. Historically low interest rates - around 6.5 percent in the United States. 4. Appreciation potential - your home investment can grow in value. 5. Equi
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04/14/2009
If you are "upside down" on your mortgage due to falling home prices, home equity credit lines or 100% financing that squashed the equity in your home, DON'T choose to enter foreclosure with your bank. You actually DO have a choice. It's called a short sale. A short sale can be complicated, bu
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04/14/2009
Buyer agency allows us to represent you and your interests -not those of the Seller. When we're your Buyer's Agent... · You'll have more properties to consider. · You'll learn how to spot the best value. · You'll get to work on a team. · You'll have someone investigating on your behalf. · Y
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04/13/2009
On February 6th, FannieMae came through with an important policy change pertaining to borrowers holding multiple mortgages. It used to be FannieMae only allowed a maximum of 4 properties financed for a new loan at one time for one borrower. The change to the policy now allows homebuyers and inv
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04/13/2009
Affordability is better than ever. According to the National Association of REALTORS' housing affordability index, homes were the most affordable starting in Dec 2008 than any other point in history since the index was started in 1970. You have an inventory surplus to choose from. Industry nu
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04/13/2009
Apr 2 Once-in-a-Lifetime Homebuying Opportunity Posted by Judy Weinstock under For Buyers, Marketing Reports, Chapel Hill Experts say housing prices will continue to decline until bottoming out around March 2010. Think about this, though: rarely do low interest rates align with falling/low prope
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04/13/2009