June 2010
Another Transaction Closed!
June 30, 2010 by Gabrielle · Leave a Comment
There are some transactions that are particularly satisfying when they finally close. I have to say that this Listing is one that took exceptional effort, but after visiting the home to drop off keys to the new buyers, their palpable excitement and relief about being in their new home just left me with such a [...]
Bank Took This One Back!
June 25, 2010 by Gabrielle · Leave a Comment
Links Photo Gallery Eating Nook & Corner of Kitchen Gas Fireplace in Family Kitchen w/newer counters Dining as seen from corner of Living room Bonus Room Master Bedroom Master Bath Back Deck Description The Bank took this one back and auctioned it for less than accept our much higher offer. Sometimes things [...]
Maple Valley Fixer — Soooo Serene!
June 17, 2010 by Gabrielle · Leave a Comment
Looking for serenity and quiet? The hooting of an owl serenaded us while taking these house photos! Backed by the Cedar River Watershed and edged by an empty lot, this home is perfectly sited for a peaceful retreat after a long day! The current owner is a mason and her skillful tile work is evident [...]
Baseball & Babies, It Just Doesn’t Get Any Cuter!
June 5, 2010 by Gabrielle · Leave a Comment
For the last month or so I’ve been assisting a wonderful couple find a new home. As we’ve gotten to know each other, I was delighted to find that not only are they the parents of darling little Noah, they were huge Ken Griffey, Jr. fans. In fact, the first time I chatted with them [...]
6 Tips for Buying a Home in a Short Sale
June 3, 2010 by Gabrielle · Leave a Comment
I was recently forwarded this article about buying short sales and thought it was good enough to share! Thanks to BuyAndSell.HouseLogic.com, By: G. M. Filisko, Published originally on March 19, 2010 By preparing for a real estate short sale, you can emerge with a great home at a favorable price. When sellers need to sell their [...]
Fannie & Freddie Adopt HAFA Short Sales Guidelines
June 3, 2010 by Gabrielle · Leave a Comment
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are now allowing struggling homeowners with loans backed by the government-sponsored enterprises, or GSEs, to sell their properties through a Short Sale or deed-in-lieu of foreclosure if they can’t get a loan modification, officials announced this week. GSE loans were excluded from the Treasury’s Home Affordable Foreclosure Alternatives (HAFA) program’s [...]
