With the burst of the housing bubble, credit crisis, and millions of foreclosures across the country, you may wonder if buying a home is such a good idea after all. However, it's important to consider all of the facts. The important message to take away f...
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Posted on March 30, 2020 - 05:00 AM
by Debra Valdes
Hot Market This is an extremely competitive market and is advantageous to the seller. Sometimes, homes will sell as soon as they are listed or even before homes are listed. Typically, during a hot market, multiple offers will be made on each home and mor...
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Posted on February 24, 2020 - 05:00 AM
by Debra Valdes
By asking the right questions, and knowing exactly what your needs are, you can find the right loan for you. There are certain approaches that you can take while mortgage shopping that can cost or save you money. It is still true that the better qualific...
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Posted on January 20, 2020 - 05:00 AM
by Debra Valdes
The best seller is one who is highly motivated. A highly motivated seller is more likely to sell at a price that is less than his or her house is actually worth. And it matters that you find out why. Learning the reason why can help you get the price you ...
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Posted on December 16, 2019 - 05:00 AM
by Debra Valdes
It's important that you choose an experienced agent who is there for you. Your agent should be actively finding you potential homes, keeping you informed of the entire process, negotiating furiously on your behalf, and answering all of your questions with...
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Posted on November 11, 2019 - 05:00 AM
by Debra Valdes
Don't go on a spending spree using credit if you are thinking about buying a home, or in the process of buying a new home. Your mortgage pre-approval is subject to a final evaluation of your financial situation. Every $100 you pay per month on a credit p...
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Posted on October 14, 2019 - 05:00 AM
by Debra Valdes
Buying a home will probably rank as one of the biggest personal investments one can make. Being organized and in control will contribute significantly to getting the best home deal possible with the least amount of stress. It's important to anticipate the...
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Posted on September 9, 2019 - 09:42 AM
by Debra Valdes
With the housing bubble burst and the subprime mortgage crisis, millions of homeowners found themselves unable to make their mortgage payments. Many found themselves owing more on the house than the home was worth. Many just walked away from their homes. ...
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Posted on September 9, 2019 - 09:42 AM
by Debra Valdes
It used to be that buyers could go house shopping and when they have found their dream home, then they go to get pre-approved. However, in today's market, that has proven to be one of the least effective methods in landing the dream home. Most lenders ca...
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Posted on September 9, 2019 - 05:00 AM
by Debra Valdes
As a buyer, you are entitled to know exactly what you are getting. Don't take anything for granted, not even what you see or what the seller or listing agent tell you. A professional home inspection is something you MUST do, whether you are buying an exis...
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Recent recognition includes being highlighted on the cover of the Tampa Bay Business Journal - The 2023 Who's Who in Residential Real Estate, awarded the Best of Zillow badge, being recognized and awarded one of the top three Best Realtors of Tampa Bay for the past 6 years and being highlighted in the Tampa Bay Real Producers Magazine.
