As I enter the world of android on my new HTC EVO, I find myself searching for the best applications.  During my search I came across more than a few real estate applications.  I knew they were out there, but I started thinking about consumers and how they might really use these apps.  Hmm….this has [...]

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Thanks to Jake Stanton for this post today! Jake is GM/COO for Prudential First Realty located in West Des Moines, Iowa. Tax Credits Are Over, But Rates Are Lower! Earlier this year, there were a couple of fairly widespread predictions regarding what would happen to the housing market right around April of 2010. First, it was predicted that the Federal [...]

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As we near the end of the tax credit deadline buyers are scrambling to get their contracts written by the April 30, 2010. Buyers are pre-approved and are ready to roll. Don’t waste time by looking for a home that you can’t purchase because you are limited by your loan.  Be sure to take the [...]

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Thinking of using the $8000 tax credit? Time is running out! The media is pushing hard to let everyone know that the deadline for closing on a home is November 30, 2009 if you plan on using the $8000 tax incentive. But you need to know there is a PROCESS! CLOSING TAKES TIME To be [...]

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If you’re thinking of buying a condo you might want to check this out. PS..grab a beverage, it’s a LONG one! You Must Know In my personal opinion, buying a condo is HARDER than buying a single family home.  The details are endless and you need to be prepared. Let’s Dig In: The Questions How [...]

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I love it when people I follow on Twitter have great information, but this “tweep” had such great info that I had to share. My twitter friend @dustinson, emailed me about his great ideas for packing his home. I’ve seen a LOT of people move, but never quite like this. Enjoy! The Decluttering Process One [...]

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So, you’re moving. Maybe you’ve done this before, maybe you haven’t. Are you confused?What do you REALLY need to know? While emailing yesterday with a friend I realized that my super duper buyer packet may be a bit “boring”.  Buyers need more than checklists, things to look for, and more exciting information about buying a [...]

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If you have been following the stimulus package that I blogged about yesterday, you may notice that things have already changed.  Here’s what I’ve been hearing today: The tax credit is scaled down fro $15,000 to $8,000. This is a true tax credit and does not have to be repaid. This credit is for First [...]

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