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New Real Estate Industry Term: the Man Cave

July 23, 2010

Share New Real Estate Industry Term: the Man Cave After spending more time with younger couples home searching before the tax stimulus deadline, I learned a new word or phrase that I believe is becoming an industry standard: the “man cave.” I’m not sure if it’s one word or two words or whether it’s hyphenated, [...]

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Hey Lady! You’re Rich Because You Sell Houses….Right?

July 23, 2010

Share Excellent post written by my favorite Hawaii Realtor who explains a bit about how Realtors work and get paid (or not). Sometimes it’s profitable, sometimes it’s not. But, I think we feel richly blessed regardless. Enjoy. Lori Via Celeste “SALLY” Cheeseman HAWAII Relocations & Real Estate (Century 21 Liberty Homes): Many people will tend [...]

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Get out your permanent markers, HUD seeks public comment on three main issues for FHA loans

July 23, 2010

Share Great update from NJ Lender, Jeff Belonger, regarding possible changes to FHA guidelines. I totally agree with him that reducing the amount a Seller can contribute towards a Buyer’s closing costs would have devastating effects. Feel free to read his short post and follow the links at the bottom to voice your concerns! Lori [...]

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Tax Credit Closing Extension is DEAD… for now.

June 27, 2010

My favorite Dallas/Ft. Worth Realtor, Karen Anne, explains why the tax credit extension did not pass. I hope those reading this will call their legislators. Our hope at this point is that it will pass after the July 4th break and be made retroactive. T…

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Am I the only one ANGRY that the June 30th deadline was not extended?

June 27, 2010

Congress voted NOT to extend the June 30th deadline to qualify for the $8000 or $6500 stimulus package – and you’re not angry?
I have one Buyer waiting on Congress to vote to release more RD (rural development) funding before she can close. She’s a sin…

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Speechless Sunday: Why I’m in Real Estate

June 14, 2010

First-time home buyer at age fifty. She cried when we wrote the contract, cried at inspections, and cried at closing. Pictured below is when they handed her all her closing paperwork – a tearful and joyful moment.

Lori is a residential Realtor serving…

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Double Jeopardy! Now Lenders Need A Second Credit Report Right Before Funding

June 8, 2010

This California Mortgage Banker describes the new federal laws that apply to lending very well. Please read if you are going through the Underwriting process to purchase a home. My advice (in addition to hers): don’t BREATHE after initial Underwriting …

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The Real Estate Oath – Let’s raise the bar!

June 5, 2010

Inspiring post by founder of ActiveRain Corporation, Jonathan Washburn. I hope I follow this as well as it’s written.
LoriVia Jonathan Washburn (ActiveRain Corp):
I freely pledge to pursue my calling as a real estate professional.
Protecting and promo…

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