REDC Auction: Scam or the Real Deal?

March 7, 2010 by Kristin LaVanway · 5 Comments 

REDC is a real estate auction marketing firm that markets real estate holdings in the US and beyond through public auction. I have been curious about these auctions for quite a while, but honestly had a skeptical attitude after ready so many bad reviews.    I had to opportunity to check out the REDC auction today with [...]

Wondering Why Real Estate Agents Don’t Call You Back?

February 22, 2010 by Kristin LaVanway · Leave a Comment 

Wondering why that real estate agent never called you back? It’s a more common complaint than it should be. If you are frustrated too, check out this video for some thoughts on the topic…

What? You Aren’t Using the AZ Buyer’s Advisory??

February 21, 2010 by Kristin LaVanway · Leave a Comment 

Using the Arizona Buyer’s Advisory to research a home that you are interested in purchasing can help you discover if it’s a good deal or a bad deal in disguise.

Phoenix Real Estate FAQ’s – REO’s

February 19, 2010 by Kristin LaVanway · Leave a Comment 

Dean Ouellette (http://deansellsaz.com) joins me as we answer your real estate questions straight from the trenches of the Phoenix real estate market….in only 30 seconds.

The Inside Scoop on Qualifying for a Mortgage Loan

February 17, 2010 by Kristin LaVanway · Leave a Comment 

Why are you told one day that you qualify for a mortgage and the next day, you are denied? Look behind the scenes of the mortgage qualification process.

Trustee Sales – Can You Work Around Them?

February 10, 2010 by Kristin LaVanway · Leave a Comment 

One of my investor clients who had a couple of interesting questions about how the trustee sales work and if there is a way to avoid that whole process…

Sorry First Time Homebuyers – This Isn’t Going To Be Easy…

February 1, 2010 by Kristin LaVanway · 2 Comments 

Many first time home buyers do not realize how difficult it is to compete in this market at the lower price ranges. A look at some recent sales activity in Queen Creek, a popular area for first time buyers, reveals the challenges they face.

Why Realtors are Like Rocket Scientists

January 29, 2010 by Kristin LaVanway · 4 Comments 

Gilbert real estate, Here in Phoenix, Rocket Scientist, Realtor qualifications, choosing a Realtor

Talking Shop: Short Sales from the Buyer’s Side and a Couple of War Stories

January 28, 2010 by Kristin LaVanway · 1 Comment 

Here is Part 2 of my recent chat with Tempe realtor and fellow video blogger Dean Ouellette about what’s going on with short sales in the Phoenix real estate market. Here, we focus on the Buyer’s side of the deal and swap a couple of war stories.

Real People – Real Predictions for the 2010 Real Estate Market

January 19, 2010 by Kristin LaVanway · Leave a Comment 

Sure we have all heard the gloom and doom on the Evening News, but what do real people predict will happen in the real estate market this year?

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