A Real Estate Train Wreck

8 01 2009

train1Had lunch with a friend the other day. Found out she and her husband are in the process of purchasing a house they’ve been renting from a family member. They’ve been renting the house three years.

“Wow,” I said, “I wish I would have known you were working on this, I could have helped you through it.”

She was apologetic.  ”Oh, I didn’t know you could help with a situation like ours, I thought you could only help people who are actually moving.”

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Bright Idea: Real Estate for College

3 12 2008

Real estate has always been a long-term investment. If you didn’t know it before, we all know it now. With the volatility of the stock market and the price of real estate staying low, it seems everyone is left feeling vulnerable with their money, wondering where to put it and how to plan for the future. If this is you, I have an idea. Read the rest of this entry »





Home Buying: Timing is Everything

21 11 2008

As with many things, timing is everything in real estate. Whether you are a first-time home buyer or a seasoned veteran, getting your transaction to flow with your schedule and your life takes skill and planning. So once you’ve decided to buy a house, what steps can you take to time your closing right? Read the rest of this entry »