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Market Update – September Stats

September stats are in and closed sales for the month were virtually the same as last year…which were abnormally high as buyers flocked to take advantage of 100% financing before it went...
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Items needed for your loan application

Over the last few years we have always needed the same information for a loan application.  Lately it seems like I need a little bit more than I used to!...
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Wednesdays Unplugged – Apple Pecan Sour Cream Bars

NOTE: I spend my Wednesdays Unplugged from appointments. It's my day to stay home, enjoy cooking and welcome our kids and grandkids for dinner in the evening. We end our meal with quotes...
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FHA Inspections

I get a lot of questions about FHA Inspections, and it's about time I sat down and blogged about it.  Here are the most common questions I get asked about...
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Pricing Strategies that Work

Of all the pieces that come together to get your home sold, pricing is the most important because it combines all factors… including location, condition, amenities and  terms. When buyers find a property that suits...
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Sunday’s Site – Painted Turtle Chocolatier, Plymouth

NOTE: see the bottom of Sunday's Site posts for homes for sale in the area Tea and chocolate are two of my favorite things, so when I was invited to a tea party...
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Wherever you go, you are home

The idea for this blog post was sparked when someone told me "Beata, no matter where you live, it will be a welcoming place."   I took that as a compliment,...
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How important is ‘condition and staging’?

In addressing the question, 'Why isn't my home selling?', condition and staging can play a very important role. People are more aware than ever of the importance of condition and...
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Changes to conventional loans coming

We have seen several changes in the last couple of years regarding all mortgages.  Fannie Mae is going to make some more changes soon.  Freddie Mac hasn't said the same...
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Wednesdays Unplugged – Golden Baked Walleye

NOTE: I spend my Wednesdays Unplugged from appointments. It's my day to stay home, enjoy cooking and welcome our kids and grandkids for dinner in the evening. We end our meal with quotes...
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