Archive for April, 2008

Avoid Property Tax Shortages on New Home Purchases

Posted in April 24th, 2008

Are you buying a newly constructed home in Florida? Have you heard horror stories about escrow accounts being shorted for property taxes? This is a big problem with most lenders that they have not fixed the tax loophole for escrow accounts. They also have a hard time fully disclosing what a true estimate of […]

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Tax Time Again, E-File or Paper?

Posted in April 24th, 2008

by Brian in Income Tax Returns

It’s time to maximize your gather all your documents, maximize deductions, and get your hard earned money back from the government. Check your mail carefully over the next few weeks. You may have begun receiving important documents needed to file your returns promptly and accurately.

Keep an eye out for: W2’s, 1099’s, 1098 mortgage interest […]

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Fed Lowers Rate 0.75%

Posted in April 24th, 2008

by Brian in Fed Rate Reduction

Emergency Fed Rate Cut
January 22, 2008. The Federal Reserve lowers fed funds rate -.75%. Will the Federal Reserve save the economy? This move should help lower mortgage ARM rates, and help reduce help consumer rates. Hopefully the prime rate and treasuries are soon to follow to help reduce home equity lines and fixed rate home […]

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Why are Jumbo Mortgage Loan Rates Higher?

Posted in April 24th, 2008

by Brian in Jumbo Mortgage Loans

There are many factors that have driven up the rates of jumbo sized loans, and stated income higher. While conventional Fannie Mae backed and FHA backed home loan rates have enjoyed a recent rate reduction.
You may have recently read about the -.0.75% decrease in Fed Funds rate . You may have thought this is […]

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Free Florida Mortgage Quote

Posted in April 24th, 2008

by Brian in Free Florida Mortgage Quote

Attention Florida Home Owners! The Federal Reserve has reduced the Federal Funds Rate 75 basis points this past week. Many home owners may be able to take advantage of attractive fixed rates. Now is the time to find out how much you can save. A ten minute phone call could save your hundreds per […]

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Approved Property Appraiser Directory Alphabetical by State

Posted in April 24th, 2008

by Brian in Approved Property Appraisers Alphabetical by State

Alabama-

Acme Appraisal Services, LLC.
P.O. Box 1103
Cullman , AL 35056
Office Phone: (256)775-8249
ACMEmail@bellsouth.net

Allred Appraisal Group
P.O. Box 2937
Lake City , FL 32056
Office Phone: (386)269-4532
brodie@allredappraisals.com

ANDREWS APPRAISAL ASSOC.
10 OFFICE PARK CIRCLE
BIRMINGHAM , AL 35223
Office Phone: (205)870-4666
Fax Phone: (205)870-4672

Appraisal Associates of Jackson County, Inc.
2345 South Broad Street
Suite B
Scottsboro , AL 35769
Office Phone: (256)259-0001
missyt@scottsboro.org

Appraisal Services of Central Alabama
401 Arrowhead Drive
Montgomery , AL […]

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Agent Shield Free Real Estate On-line Marketing

Posted in April 24th, 2008

by Brian in Free Marketing, On-line Marketing, Real Estate Marketing, Real Estate Technology, Web 2.0 Applications

What if there was a free online service that allowed you to connect your home buyer prospects to new development websites, and e-mailed you when they request information? What if the development wanted to help you close your prospect helping and retain your commissions without fear of getting cut out of the deal?
Florida Real Estate […]

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