Have you heard of the so-called foreclosure freeze taking place across the country (because of the likelihood of some improperly executed foreclosure documents due to undue haste on the part of some lenders)? The tentative word I'm gettin...
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Like the old jokes. Example...My wife told me this... (Man sitting in doctor's office after extensive tests. Doctor says "I've got good news and bad news..which one do you want first?" "Give me the bad news, doc, I'm ready."...
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Was recently involved in a transaction with a listing company that reminded me how bad things can be and how crucial a good agent can be. People sometimes lie and cheat and if you don't have someone capable watching your back...
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Did I say don't listen to me where it concerns the future? Rates are now back below 5%. The general perception is that with the tax credit now gone, values should be better than ever in the under $300,000 range. Proving once again that the best ti...
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In my prior message about acting now probably the greatest variable is whether the market has hit bottom. One could make a case that the interest differential allows for quite a bit of leeway there, but the question remains....
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A good friend just listed a dramatically wonderful home that feels like a loft. It's in the Westwood neighborhood of West Seattle with ceilings just shy of 11 feet, 3 bdrms plus an office and two full baths. 1680 sq ft on one level for $3...
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Back again. Want to own a home (or a different home)? A word or two of advice... If you're going to act, act now. If you feel bullish about your future and you qualify under today's loan underwriting guidelines, there is likely never to be...
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Real Inventory? Over the last year, there have been quite a few listings that ended up with another agent simply because I was realistic about market values. Not always what a seller wants to hear! Sellers-one can always find an age...
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