Number of Realtors from State to State
California and Florida have the overall largest number of realtors in the country, but Arizona has the highest number of realtors per capita. Back in October of 2006 the National Association of Realtors hit 1.37 Million Realtors across the nation. This has declined about 30% since, but there are still thousands of active agents to [...]
Looking to Short Sale? Now is the time…
The Mortgage Debt Relief Act is a program that started in December 20th, 2007 and is set to expire December 20th, 2012. This can allow the homeowner to fore go paying taxes on the debt that was forgive as a result of a modification of a mortgage, foreclosure or short sale on your principle residence. [...]
Banks renting out Foreclosures Good or Bad?
As we know there are pockets in every state doing well and others getting hit hard by foreclosures. The Feds fear that when the banks release these properties it may cause more drops in prices. Renting out foreclosures could reduce bank’s losses on the books and it may help in the over prices of homes [...]
Housing Shortage in Arizona – Where did they all Go???
Did you wait to buy thinking the market was going to keep dropping? Many people did and they may now be regretting this decision. Between low housing prices and mortgage rates, there may never be a better time to buy. But, time may be running out here in Arizona. The housing supply down 42% from [...]
FHA to Increase Fees
In recent years the FHA Mortgage has made resurgence into the home loans market. At one time FHA was thought to be a loan for 1st time home buyers or homeowners that did not qualify for the Conventional Loans. Today, this is no long the case, in fact this is one of the most popular [...]
Staging Your Home before putting it on the Market
There are many things you can do to make your home look in tip top shape before you put it up for sale. Staging is a huge part of selling a home these days. While there are so many homes for sale and prices are down, you want to do everything you can to get [...]
Austin Brokers have concerns with IDX
As a consumer looking to buy a home, chances are you have looked at multiple websites to find your new home. Sites such as this one are one of the most popular ways to find listings. You are not the only one using these sites, millions of people around the country are doing the same [...]
Why Buying a Condo in Today’s Market May Be a Good Idea
Looking to buy your first home, downsize, invest or just don’t want to do yard work anymore? Buying a condo might be a great choice right now if you have cash. Condos are an attractive option today, many have gyms, barbeques, pools, spas and other amenities that you do not have to maintain yourself but [...]
