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CEO Kelly on CNBC: ‘It All Depends on the Stimulus Plan’
On January 5, 2009, Dave Liniger Chairman and Co-Founder of RE/MAX International met with Broker/Owners to discuss the state of the real estate industry. One of the key statistics that stood out for me was short sale properties and bank foreclosures were going to be 30-40 percent of the real estate transactions over the next […]
Check Out These Statistics From The National Association of REALTORS!
The National Association of REALTORS does a study every year on people who bought or sold real estate. Characteristics of home buyers 41% of recent home buyers were first-time buyers. The typical first-time home buyer was 30 years old, while the typical repeat buyer was 47. The 2007 median household income of buyers was $74,900. […]
The 7 Things You Must Know to Successfully Receive Grant Money!
I am asked all the time “how do you become eligible to receive grant money.” Applying for grant money is a process that must be followed correctly or a buyer could be made ineligible to receive grand funds. I have created a free report “The 7 Things You Must Know to Successfully Receive Grant Money” […]
Happy New Year!!!
I believe 2009, will be a fantastic year for buyers. Interest rates will remain low, housing inventory is high, prices have fallen, and sellers will contribute towards buyers closing costs. What more can a buyer ask for? Grant programs are available for Baltimore City and Baltimore County first-time home buyers, call or email me for […]
First-Time Home Buyer Receives $21,500 in Grant Money!
Last month a couple received $21,000 in closing cost assistance because the husband was a city employee. Here is a list of the programs he used; ADDI (American Dream Down Payment Initiative) $10,000 Baltimore City Employee Grant $3,000 House Keys Match $3,000 Smart Keys Match $3,000 DSELP $2,500 The buyers only put $1,000 of their […]
Baltimore City’s $10,000 ADDI Forgivable Grant is Back!!!
The American Dream Down Payment Initiative is back for home buyers purchasing in Baltimore City and many buyers are taking advantage of the program. Income Limits are as Follows: 1 person household      $43,050 2 person household     $49,200 3 person household     $55,350 4 person household     $61,500 5 person household     $66,400 6 person household     $71,350 7 person […]
Free Home Buyer Seminar for John Hopkins Bayview Employees!
On November 18th, 20th, and 21st, I will be conducting free seminars for John Hopkins Bayview employees along with Brian Kesler with SunTrust Mortgage. Our topics will be; Understanding the real estate market. How property taxes affect your monthly payment. Buyers Agent vs Listing Agent- know the difference. 10 mistakes home buyers make. How escrow […]
This is a Great Time to Buy a House!
Interest rates are low, prices have dropped, inventory is plentiful, and sellers are helping with closing costs. If you are a buyer what more could you ask for in a market! Buyers always ask me at my seminars is it a good time to buy and my answer has been a resounding YES. I ask […]
First-Time Home Buyers Should Purchase A Home Warranty!
Some of my first-time home buyers have heard of a “home warranty” but are not clear on what it covers or if they need one. I think all first-time home buyers should purchase a home warranty unless they are receiving one paid for by the seller, or there is another warranty plan in place to […]
Free Home Buyer Seminar At The Randallstown Library!
I will be conducting a free home buyer seminar at the Randallstown library from 6:30PM-8:00PM on May 28, 2008, along with Faraji Mason of Wells Fargo Home Mortgage. Everyone attending will receive a free copy of David Bach’s best seller “Automatic Millionaire Homeowner†courtesy of Wells Fargo. We will explain the steps of the home buying process […]
