First Time Home Buyers

What Should I Offer On a Foreclosure? Expert Insights You Should Know!

Here’s 3 key factors to consider when negotiating offers on a foreclosure. I’ve based this on an example of a condo listed for sale in Tampa, Fl at $149,900. By the way, the unit originally sold for $269,000 back in 2005. In this case the bank has already priced it at the lowest price per … Continue reading What Should I Offer On a Foreclosure? Expert Insights You Should Know!

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5 Great Tips for first time homebuyers-Tampa, Fl

Timing Couldn’t Be Much Better for First-time Homebuyers– Be Sure You Make the Right Moves By Rae Catanese, PA Prudential Tropical Realty-Tampa, Fl First-time homebuyers dominated the U.S. real estate market in 2009, accounting for roughly half of all residential transactions, according to the National Association of REALTORS®. That trend is likely to continue well … Continue reading 5 Great Tips for first time homebuyers-Tampa, Fl

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First Time Home Buyers getting GREAT deals-Tampa, Fl

Hello readers: I’m posting an article that was in The Tampa Tribune a couple weeks ago. Shannon, the reporter from the times, called me for an interview! I highlighted the article where she quotes what we disscused regarding the housing market in Tampa Bay. By SHANNON BEHNKEN | The Tampa Tribune Published: March 27, 2009 Joseph … Continue reading First Time Home Buyers getting GREAT deals-Tampa, Fl

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New 2009 Home Buyer Tax Credit Info-Tampa, Fl

The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 ENHANCED HOME BUYER CREDIT Who Qualifies?: Anyone who has not owned a home for the preceding three years. That means you may still qualify for the incentive even if you and your spouse owned a home more than three years ago. How Much?: The incentive calls for … Continue reading New 2009 Home Buyer Tax Credit Info-Tampa, Fl

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Tampa Bay Real Estate Buying and Investing Group-Tampa, Fl

Join us for the Tampa, Fl Real Estate Buying & Investing Meetup. This group is organized by experienced Real Estate Agents and is intended to educate and share ideas with other people who have similar interests. Learn the differences between home auctions, short sales, and bank owned property. We will be teaching negotiation techniques, contracts, … Continue reading Tampa Bay Real Estate Buying and Investing Group-Tampa, Fl

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Historic Fed Move Cuts Both Ways for Borrowers-Tampa, Fl

Historic Fed Move Cuts Both Ways for Borrowers Hot on the heels of its surprise inter-session rate cut of 75 basis points last week, the Federal Reserve cut key interest rates again, the fifth straight cut since September 2007. In its statement last week, the Fed said it had decided to cut the federal funds … Continue reading Historic Fed Move Cuts Both Ways for Borrowers-Tampa, Fl

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Savvy Woman: Questions to Ask Before Buying A Home with a Friend-Tampa Fl

Savvy Woman: Questions to Ask Before Buying A Home with a FriendThe answers to these six questions can make or break your decision.By Tara-Nicholle Nelson Published: 11/01/2007 1) What is your Vision of Home?Ask anyone you’re considering teaming up with for a house purchase to write a Vision of Home and fill out the Wants … Continue reading Savvy Woman: Questions to Ask Before Buying A Home with a Friend-Tampa Fl

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Buyers Market picking up due to low interest rates- Tampa, Fl

Beautiful Seminole Heights Bungalow Lowest Rates in 25 Months We couldn’t have asked for a better Thanksgiving treat than the one we got on Monday: the lowest 30-year fixed-rate in over two years. That’s right. For those of you who have been patiently waiting, here’s your chance to save anywhere from $5,000 to $7,500 or … Continue reading Buyers Market picking up due to low interest rates- Tampa, Fl

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It's a BUYER'S MARKET!-Tampa,FL

Are first time home buyers fearing the worst? The past few years home buyers were coming out of the wood work looking to purchase. Mostly first time home buyers. What has really changed? Interest rates are now the lowest they’ve been all year, there is inventory galore, sellers are eager…………….. So what is stopping people … Continue reading It's a BUYER'S MARKET!-Tampa,FL

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Tips for First Time Home Buyers, Tampa Real Estate

Top 7 Tips for First Time Homebuyersby Eric Bramlett Purchasing your first home is a big step, that comes with some very serious decisions. Many homebuyers are intimidated by the process, and continue renting much longer than they should, or need to. However, if you break the homebuying process down into these simple steps, and … Continue reading Tips for First Time Home Buyers, Tampa Real Estate

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