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How Do I Select The Right Real Estate Agent?

April 29, 2010 by Kristin LaVanway · Leave a Comment 

Dean Ouellette and I offer some tips to help you choose the right real estate agent to help you when buying or selling a home. Choosing the right agent can make the whole transaction process go a lot smoother.

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Lease Purchases & Lease Options: Are They A Good Idea?

April 28, 2010 by Kristin LaVanway · Leave a Comment 

After a short sales or foreclosure, a lease option or lease purchase may be a way to buy a home sooner. Just be careful or it could be a costly mistake.

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What is the Seller’s Property Disclosure Statement (SPDS)

April 27, 2010 by Kristin LaVanway · Leave a Comment 

Dean Ouellette and Kristin LaVanway discuss the Seller’s Property Disclosure Statement that Sellers must complete when listing their home for sale here in Arizona.

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How Much Should My Earnest Money Deposit Be?

April 26, 2010 by Kristin LaVanway · Leave a Comment 

How to use the earnest money deposit to show the Seller you mena business when buying a home

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How Long After A Short Sale Or Foreclosure Before I Can Buy A House?

April 21, 2010 by Kristin LaVanway · Leave a Comment 

New Fannie Mae guidelines clarify and loosen the waiting period required to purchase a home after a short sale or foreclosure.

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Can My Dad Buy My House In A Short Sale?

April 21, 2010 by Kristin LaVanway · Leave a Comment 

Asking someone to buy your house for you at short sale may seem like a good idea…but it’s not.

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If I am already qualified, why do I need to talk to the Seller’s lender?

April 20, 2010 by Kristin LaVanway · Leave a Comment 

Today’s question addresses the common practice of the Seller to require that the Buyer pre-qualify with the Seller’s lender or their offer will not be considered

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Hey Listing Agents…Help Us Help You!

April 15, 2010 by Kristin LaVanway · 2 Comments 

Distressed property sales are a real pain. Some listing agents do an excellent job of liquidating REO properties, but others are frankly dropping the ball.

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Loan Modifications: Is It Time for Another Shot at One?

April 13, 2010 by Kristin LaVanway · Leave a Comment 

Thinking about revisiting a loan modification? Check out http://www.counselordirect.com for your probability for success.

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Phoenix Real Estate FAQs – 04-02-2010

April 8, 2010 by Kristin LaVanway · Leave a Comment 

This week we tackle:

* Can I keep my antique stove when I sell my house?
* What is the final walkthrough?
* Why didn’t I get the mortgage rate advertised online?
* Can the bank foreclose if I am negotiating a short sale?

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