Great news for home buyers, home sellers, and the U.S. economy is how the National Association of Realtors® greeted this morning’s announcement by the Federal Reserve that it will purchase housing-related debts of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, thus freeing up mortgage money on Main Street.
“This is one of the key actions we’ve been advocating […]

The housing crisis is preventing thousands of older Americans from selling their homes and moving into retirement communities or assisted-living centers.
Many of these facilities require down payments of anywhere from $100,000 to $500,000. These are costs that many older people can’t afford without selling their homes.
Canceling entry means taking themselves off waiting lists that they […]

Property Tax Appeal
With Home price dropping, property tax should also!
Property taxation keeps pace with home price increases in many parts of the country.  Our local, state and federal governments are usually quick to increase your realty and school taxes as homes values go up or an addition is included.
Get an appraiser or residential broker to […]

Some tips in How to sell your home quicker
1. Paint your walk way.
A dingy concrete walkway leading to your front door can make a home look more like a commercial space then a welcoming home.  Use a sandy to lighter brown or a warm appealing color.
2. Hiding or moving cars so buyer’s feel at home.
Move […]