Thinking About Skipping the Home Inspection? Think Again…

April 1, 2010 by Kristin LaVanway · 1 Comment 

Skipping the home inspection? These two examples of how a home inspection or lack thereof affected a buyer might make you rethink your home inspection strategy.

HUD Homes – $100 Down Payment, Oh Yes!

March 16, 2010 by Kristin LaVanway · Leave a Comment 

HUD Homes – $100 Down A low down payment that has been flying under the radar lately is the growing inventory of HUD homes. Owner occupants can, in most cases, purchase homes for only $100 down and HUD will help out with closing costs. One of the few low down payment programs available close in and a nice alternative to USDA financing.

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.