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Reverse Mortgage… a Relief for Seniors

Posted on October 23, 2019 by Joyce Albert

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All of us have seen the advertisements on TV about the ‘Reverse Mortgage’ – but how many of us really believe a TV commercial? Is it just a gimmick so the bank to get hold of our house? Well, the … Continue reading →

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Are There Really Great Bargains in Buying Foreclosures?

Posted on November 11, 2018 by Joyce Albert
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Most people are under the assumption that all foreclosed homes are bargains. Well.  .  .  YES and NO YES  if you are looking for a home priced under market value.               NO  if you are looking for a home in super … Continue reading →

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Buying a Home. . .

Posted on April 22, 2012 by Joyce Albert

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       Buying a Home  . . .And Why You Should be Working with an ‘ABR’ Whether you are a first time homebuyer, or it’s been quite a few years since you bought your current home, buying a home may seem quite daunting. Well, sit … Continue reading →

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‘Short Sale’ Tips for Sellers

Posted on July 15, 2011 by Joyce Albert
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Navigating Short Sales: What to Do When the Sale Price Leaves You Short If you’re thinking of selling your home, and you expect that the total amount you owe on your mortgage will be greater than the selling price of … Continue reading →

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Pre-QUALIFICATION or Pre-APPROVAL?

Posted on June 18, 2011 by Joyce Albert

What’s the difference??? There are three types of home-sales that require you to be Pre-Approved. REO’s (home foreclosures) Short Sales (sale price is lower than the sellers mortgage payout) ‘Relos’ (homes being sold by a seller’s relocation company) Add to that, ordinary … Continue reading →

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What is Chinese Drywall?

Posted on June 1, 2011 by Joyce Albert

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Since Hurricane Katrina and the rash of repairs and new construction that followed, we have seen a higher than normal incidence of homes contaminated wth Chinese drywall. YES. . . contaminated!! As in poisonous!! These homes are not fit for … Continue reading →

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Mortgage Choices: FHA 203k? …or HomePath Loan?

Posted on May 1, 2011 by Joyce Albert

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In this market, agents are quite often asked which is better… An FHA 203k or a Fannie Mae Homepath loan? The following is a reprint from a blog by Justin McHood who works for Academy Mortgage and is based in … Continue reading →

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Can’t Afford Your Mortgage? Read on. . .

Posted on April 16, 2011 by Joyce Albert

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Have you recently suffered a major financial loss and can no longer afford your house note? Have you already missed one or more payments and the mortgage company is stressing you out with harassing phone calls and letters? Do you … Continue reading →

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