REAL ESTATE VIEWS & NEWS

You may be in violation of the NAR Code of Ethics You may be in violation of the NAR Code of Ethics and not be aware that you are.   The National Association of Realtors® has made it mandatory for all Realtors® to take the Code of E...

Anyone involved in a typical Land transaction, leasing, buying or selling may be exposed to 93 plus potential Land issues. For years now I have advocated for need of a “Land Disclosure” form throughout our country. So far only four states...

Today is a great time to be a pre-approved (by lender with letter in hand) buyer in central MA: Lots of listings choices without having to travel to a new area Low fixed interest rates Fewer qualified buyer to compete against Ma...

Finding your dream home can be a time-consuming process. Locating the "right home" for you can be a long, tiresome process. There are many variables and factors that will affect your final choice.Home purchase is more than just "LOCA...

Choose the right real estate agent to market your home. You must rely on your agent for accurate comparative sales statistics and pricing guidance. A good agent provides the facts to help you avoid the worst mistake you can make: overpricing. Alas, n...

This information was provided by my very favorite loan officer – the Loan Goddess herself – Toby Lynn.If you are ready to buy a home, this is information you must have NOW! Don’t reply on what was true when your folks bought a home...

1. Get Pre-Qualified: Knowing what price home you qualify for is essential for many reasons. 1) When you know what you qualify for, your real estate agent will find homes within that range so when you find one that is suitable you will have the con...

Provide Easy Access: Foot traffic is important. The more agents that show, the faster your home will sell. Make this as easy as possible. Make sure the front door opens easily and the key is a smooth fit. Have adequate parking so the agent can park w...

In today's lending environment you can never be too sure.... most mortgages written today are either using Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac financing which most local and national lenders underwrite to sell to or they are being insured by FHA where the gove...

What is a Cooperative Apartment?A cooperative corporation owns the building that includes the individual apartments and the common areas. The corporation issues shares of its stock (the Stock Certificate) allocated to each apartment based upon its si...

Price your home incorrectly and it could mean a long stay on the market and a final selling price lower than what you had originally hoped. Should I price my property high so I can come down?No. By pricing your home too high you actually encourage a...

Bank of America is committed to helping homeowners avoid foreclosure. As most of our partners are aware we have been diligently working to develop alternative short sale programs to solve some of the fundamental issues inherent in the traditional sho...

With summer officially upon us, many homeowners will be confronted with rising electric bills as fans and air conditioners kick into high gear in an effort to keep cool. Demand for electricity can also increase if you have house guests or children ho...

What are the options for my personal home, second home or rental property? If you don't need to sell, try seeking a loan modification, which can take months with no guarantee of a new loan. Try the traditional route of a refinance, which might get yo...

Whether you are buying your first home, or your fifth, the process of buying a home is a detailed, time-consuming venture. At the same time, it’s an emotional period laden with difficult choices. You want to ensure that the home you purchase me...

Buying a home can be an emotional, time-consuming, and complex process. There are a few things that you can do to help make the process go as smooth as possible: 1. Check your credit. Before you apply for a home loan, regardless of your credit, it's ...

Thinking about purchasing a home of your own? Keep these critical considerations in mind:How long you plan to live in the home.If you purchase a home and get a job transfer or decide to move after only a short time, you may end up paying money in ord...

First ImpressionsRemember what first attracted you to your house when you bought it? What excited you about its most appealing features? Now that you're selling your home, you'll need to look at it as if you were buying it all over again.A spruced up...

When you’re selling your home, the price you set is a critical factor in the return you’ll receive. That’s why you need a professional evaluation from an experienced realtor. This person can provide you with an honest assessment of ...

Your Agent A successful purchase starts with the right representative. In fact, once you’ve selected the best agent to represent you, it is likely that he or she can recommend other professionals to join your team, taking more of the responsibilit...