In this short post, I would like to have some fun with a few questions that are quickly becoming the norm versus the exception. In the end though, even I agree that buyers and their agents have the right to ask any questions they desire and I will give them the best answers that I [...]
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Real Estate Strategy: Buy & Hold (even if it hurts right now)
I know many homeowners are upside down in their mortgage, meaning you owe more to the bank than your home is worth in today’s market. Don’t panic. Don’t force a sale. Don’t do anything, except keep making your payments – even if it’s hard to do so. Cut back on everything else in your life and keep making payments on your house.
Cherokee Co. Considers Floating Homestead
The July 15th Primary Ballot contains a referendum for the purpose of establishing a “floating” homestead exemption. An Act to Amend Property Assessments- House Bill 1269 “Shall the Act be approved which provides a homestead exemption from Cherokee County ad valorem taxes for county purposes in an amount equal to the amount by which the [...]
Is this summer the best time to buy real estate. Ever?
The Mortgage Reports Blog: With Another Rate Cut, The Federal Reserve May Be The Proverbial "Fool In The Shower" Today Dan Green, The Mortgage Reports, explains why so many fed rate cuts may propel our economy into rapid inflation. He does a good job of explaining the fed rate cut impacts with his "Fool in [...]
It is Important to Understand Your Homeowners Policy
* Maxsell Real Estate is proud to introduce Scott Hocker, State Farm Agent. Scott is our newest bog contributor and we look forward to his insight and tips on insurance of all types. Scott’s first tip is about the benefits of actually Understanding your Homeowner’s Policy: Knowing the right questions to ask your insurance professional [...]
Looking for a New Home? Tips to Avoid Dissappointment
With the recent slow down in new home construction, the old rules of dealing with a builder no longer apply. According to the National Association of Realtors, builders are not constructing as many speculative homes as was once the standard. Instead, many new home communities are awaiting the pre-sale. As a buyer, you can make [...]