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Better to find a real estate agent – or go it alone?

Posted on June 11, 2010 by

In this day and age when money it tight and people are watching their expenses , Radio Host Dave Ramsey has become a ‘guru’ expousing logical reasons to payoff debt, using a budget, and continually gives on investments and the best … Continue reading →

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Lumber costs rising = Housing costs rising

Posted on May 5, 2010 by

The Tri-Cities has been so fortunate to have escaped the housing bust throughout the nation, however, the large price jump for lumber is something we can’t avoid. The rising lumber costs equates to rising costs for builders and thus, rising housing costs.  … Continue reading →

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Rules for Short Sales in Effect

Posted on April 30, 2010 by

The Tri-Cities housing market has been fortunate compared to other parts of the nation as far as the number of foreclosures that have occurred here, but some folks have had to sell their homes in a short sale situation. It’s taken more than … Continue reading →

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Time is running short! Take advantage of the homebuyer tax credit

Posted on February 8, 2010 by

With additions and extensions to the homebuyer tax credit laws until April 30, 2010, you should take a look at this video to learn more about how the credit works and how much you’ll receive!

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Foreclosure in sight? Lenders can legally collect from you afterwards

Posted on February 4, 2010 by

Lenders who have had to take back a home, do have the right to try and collect defaulted funds from the people taking out that loan. Recently, a Florida man found that even after his foreclosure was completed, he was … Continue reading →

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New Year ! New Goals ! New Plan !

Posted on January 5, 2010 by Christa

Include Real Estate ! With rates this low, and availability still good, prices still flexible… There is no better time… Mortgage Rates 2009 Ends With Mortgage Rates Just Over 5 Percent Slightly Higher Rate Still Remains Very Affordable by Historical … Continue reading →

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Help with buying a home….

Posted on November 22, 2009 by Christa

Making homes affordable… Do you qualify for one of the  incentives to buy a home? Here is a link that may help you determine if you qualify. http://www.makinghomeaffordable.gov/

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First-Time Home Buyer Tax Credit

Posted on February 24, 2009 by

Frequently asked questions about the Home Buyer Tax Credit The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 authorizes a tax credit of up to $8,000 for qualified first-time home buyers purchasing a principal residence on or after January 1, 2009 … Continue reading →

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If real estate is all about location, Tri-Cities is a good place to buy

Posted on January 20, 2009 by

By Amelia Veneziano The national news says the sky is falling. Home foreclosures, plummeting property values and moving vans are at the top of the broadcast. But Chicken Little can keep his hat on. “Right now, where the Tri-Cities is … Continue reading →

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