Archive for October, 2009
Not Even the Facts Could Persuade This Seller
I pride myself on being able to research and provide evidence (comps) showing why my clients are offering what they are offering when it comes to buying a home. But not even the facts could persuade this seller. The following story is a true account of a recent situation I had with presenting an offer [...]
Senate to Finalize Home Buyer Tax Credit Extension Today
U.S. Senate leaders moved closer to an agreement replacing an expiring $8,000 tax credit for first- time homebuyers with a smaller one that would expand access to so-called step-up purchasers. Although it is still unclear as to what will be the final version of the credit and whether or not it will extend beyond first [...]
Where Can You Find NJRETODAY?
We building up our internet brand across three of the most popular social or business networking sites. You can find us on Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn with a couple of simple searches. On LinkedIn, look for New Jersey Real Esate. On Twitter, we are http://www.twitter.com/njretoday. On Facebook, we have a fan page. Search for NJRETODAY! Join [...]
Existing Home Sales Are Up
NAR released the Existing Home Sales for September, which were up an impressive 9.4% from August to a seasonally adjusted rate of 5.57 million units. This represents a 9.2% higher rate than September of 2008. Inventory fell 7.5% to a 7.8 month supply, down from a 9.3 month supply in August and 15% lower than [...]
Big Rebound in Existing-Home Sales
Big Rebound in Existing-Home Sales Existing-home sales bounced back strongly in September with first-time buyers driving much of the activity, marking five gains in the past six months, according to the National Association of REALTORS®. Existing-home sales—including single-family, townhomes, condominiums, and co-ops—jumped 9.4 percent to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 5.57 million units in [...]
Darryl Davis: Friend or Foe?
I recently promoted an event in which Darryl Davis is the keynote speaker/presenter. It’s called A New Survival Skills Seminar For Real Estate Agents, Brokers and and Managers, which is sponsored by several noteworthy groups such as the RISmedia, The Red X and Women’s Council of Realtors. One of the reasons why I tweeted or blogged [...]
How Can a First Time Home Buyer Get The Tax Credit For Downpayment
How Can a First Time Home Buyer Get The Tax Credit For Down Payment and or closing costs? Absolutely, yes, but you must act fast and meet the qualifications. In NJ there is a Pre Fund program where the state of NJ will “loan” up to $5000 of the tax credit at for first time home [...]
Real Estate Pros: Advertise a Toll-Free Number
AdTrakker Call Capture is an automated lead generation phone system designed specifically for real estate and mortgage professionals. AdTrakker allows real estate professionals to advertise a toll-free number hotline for 24/7 pre-recorded property information. Calls to the hotline are tracked using unique listing extensions that allow Realtors to compare the results of their advertising campaigns. [...]
A New Survival Skills Seminar For Real Estate Agents, Brokers & Managers
Title: A New Survival Skills Seminar For Real Estate Agents, Brokers & ManagersLocation: Morristown, NJLink out: Click hereDescription: Don’t miss this annual event! Here are just a few of the things you’re guaranteed to learn in this 1/2 day workshop: Get your career back on track with a 6-Step Plan to rebuild your real estate [...]
16th Annual Coat Drive
Title: 16th Annual Coat DriveLocation: 767 Central Ave, WestfieldDescription: Sponsored by the Realtor Community Service Committee of the Greater Union County Association of REALTORS Now Through October 22, 2009 Coats and jackets for men, women and children Recipients may include, but are not limited to: St. Joseph’s Social Services Cranford Family Care Association Westfield Neighborhood [...]
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