Buyer Info
HUD Home FAQs
August 18, 2011 by Pat Williams · Leave a Comment
What is HUD and what is a “HUD Home”? HUD is the US Department of Housing and Urban Development. A “HUD home” is a home owned by HUD. This happens when a homeowner with a HUD insured mortgage defaults on the payments, the lender forecloses on the home; HUD pays the lender what is owed [...]
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The Art of the Deal
July 13, 2011 by Pat Williams · Leave a Comment
Recently, I was discussing a buyer who selected a Realtor based on her assertion that she “aggressively pursued the best possible price” on a home. I wondered whatever happened to the art of the deal? Sure, we all want the best price, and no one wants to feel they overpaid for their home, especially these [...]
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Freedom & VA Home Loans
July 4, 2011 by Pat Williams · Leave a Comment
The Fourth of July is a day of family picnics, parades, and fireworks. We celebrate our freedom, our rights, and our very nation. None of which would be possible without the sacrifices of our men and women in uniform. Thank you to all of our Active duty personnel, our Veterans, and our military families. Thank [...]
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Commission-Breath: Avoid it!
June 23, 2011 by Marya · Leave a Comment
Not so long ago, there was an article in Columbus Real Estate Voice about the kind of Realtor or Salesperson everyone dreads. You know, it starts with that really aggressive handshake to show you they’re in charge and then the meeting proceeds like a sales tactics class gone wrong? We’ve all been there, and wanted [...]
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R-E-S-P-E-C-T: Find out what it means to REALTORS!
June 6, 2011 by Pat Williams · Leave a Comment
What you want Baby, I got What you need Do you know I got it? All I’m askin’ Is for a little respect when you come home (just a little bit) Hey baby (just a little bit) when you get home Good REALTORS® take their responsibilities seriously, love their work, take Continuing Education classes, abide [...]
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How do Real Estate Auctions Work?
April 14, 2011 by Pat Williams · Leave a Comment
This article is in recognition of National Auctioneers Day. The third Saturday of April is celebrated in recognition one of history’s oldest professions. Auctioneers recognize their day by volunteering their time and services in their communities. Selling and buying your home through an auction has been a growing trend, and many people are interested…and a [...]
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Buying a Home: The First Step
March 24, 2011 by Pat Williams · Leave a Comment
Many first time homebuyers wonder how to begin. What’s the first thing they should do? Well, its the same thing any Buyer should do. Visit a Lender. Yes, really! Visit a Lender. Most real estate Buyers are so focused on the dream that they miss the first step entirely. Go to a Lender. I know, [...]
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Buyer vs. Seller: Does it have to be a battle?
March 24, 2011 by Pat Williams · 2 Comments
Buyers and Sellers want different things out of a home sale. It helps to understand both points of view when negotiating…if you can understand the other point of view, you can offer something they want in order to get something you need. Bargaining and negotiating doesn’t have to be a battle… A Real Estate Buyer [...]
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America’s Most Affordable Cities – Detroit, Michigan
January 17, 2011 by Pat Williams · 1 Comment
Forbes ranked the top US cities for bargain living and the midwest region filled many of the spots. Detroit came in at #3 and was Michigan’s only urban area that made the top 15 list. That said, if you have a college degree under your belt and a steady job to show up to, your [...]
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Real Estate Update: Williams, Wolverine, Woodhull & Wormer Lakes
November 23, 2010 by Pat Williams · Leave a Comment
Below are statistics for waterfront sales for the past 90 days in Oakland County. I’ll be posting as many lakefront sales and for sale statistics as possible. This is the tenth & last installment of waterfront sales stats for 2010. If your lake is not listed, please contact me and I’ll get you the [...]
