Short Sale - Hardship

Great Blog.  This is for MN however it will give you an idea of what should you consider when trying to qualify for a Short Sale.

For Sale: 3BR/1+1BA Single Family House in Media, PA, $279,900

This home has an open house this Sunday 2-4. Would love to see you there.

For Sale: 3BR/1+1BA Single Family House in Media, PA, $279,900

Let's Chat - Wallpapered Ceilings via HomeDecorNews.com

Let's Chat - Wallpapered Ceilings via HomeDecorNews.com

How to Paint Kitchen Cabinets | Video | Painting | This Old House

How to Paint Kitchen Cabinets Video Painting This Old House

Happy Easter!

Happy Easter!

Sorry this post did not make it and I am re-posting it!  I wanted to share Larisa's creation. 

Do I need to miss a payment in order to have a "Short Sale"?

http://www.youtube.com/user/ShortSaleShift

Half of All Americans Breathe Polluted Air

This is one top 10 list we do not wish to be a part of.  Glad that Philadelphia did not make the cut!

From a mortgage prospective

Forecast for this week and last week's review.

Earth Day 2011: A Billion Acts of Green® | Earth Day Network

Earth Day 2011: A Billion Acts of Green® Earth Day Network

Nationally Existing Home Sales Rose in March

Overall, home resale shows an improvement in March... RIS media reports...

Sellers - How to choose a Realtor to represent you part 2

Here are several other additional questions to consider when choosing a Realtor:

• How long have they been a real estate professional?
• and more importantly how many homes do they sell on an average each year?
• How soon do their homes sell – average number of days on the market?
• Do they know what is the average day on the market for that particular area?
• Do they work full or part time?
• How long have they been working in this particular area?
• What is their knowledge of local trends?
• How will they keep you informed of progress?
• How much of their business comes from repeat customers or referrals?
• Do they have references from previous clients?
• How often can you expect to be updated, regardless of any progress?

 The most important thing is that you find a Realtor who understand your needs and that you feel comfortable with.  Selling a home is a team effort and you must feel good about talking to this person day in and out during this process.

Spring cleaning and clearing out

Spring is the best time of the year to refresh, re-new, clean up and clear out ares in our home, office, computer...


With longer days, more sunshine, birds cherping and spring flowers in their glory we find that indoor spaces need a new look as well. What a better time than this to clear out and organize.

Annette Reyman of Alright Organizing has many great ideas and she is speaking at Springfield Township Library tonight. We all have these few items we don't know what to do with she can help! I know she can, my clients and myself can vouch for it. She made our life easier on more than one occasion.

This is a free event and a great deal of useful information. Hope to see you there.

To all of my Jewish friends:

Chag Pesach Sameach

From a mortgage prospective - Weekly Update - Inflation ahead?

Is inflation ahead?

3 Things each seller needs know when choosing a Realtor

When choosing a Realtor know this:

1.  Is he or she a Realtor R.  Realtors have a higher code of ethics.

2.  Do they follow present market trends, or are they working off of last years' information and old experiences

3.  Do they know how to help you in pricing your home correctly for today's market and how to guidke you to prepare your home  for the maximum bottom dollar?

Very important decision - warrants some research to find the right person.

Properly priced and properly prepared homes sell even in this market fast and for a fare price!

Open House Today 1-4 6 Strathmore Ct Wallingford

On the same theme - why buy now?

Why is this a good time to buy?

808 South Ave F1 in Secane so affordable and so nice!

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String Trimmers -

House Logic suggests this about string trimmers:

From a mortgage prospective - Weekly Update 4 11 11

From a mortgage prospective here is what Kenton Davidson has to say:

Visit Media Super Sunday

Media Spring Super Sunday is this weekend.  9-4 business will have music, share about their business, good food, previously owned things and craft items.  Many neighbors will be there strolling and visiting.  Great time to be had by all

A brief history of the garage door | Inman News

A brief history of the garage door Inman News

Is lowering unemployment good for mortgage rates?

We know that lowering unemployment is good for our overall economy. Is it good for mortgage rates as well? Here is what Kenton Davidson has to say about this.

Use and Occupancy Permits and Requirements

Sellers most of the time need to provide a certificate of Use and Occupancy at settlement.  You have requested a  "to do" lists for Use and Occupancy permits.  Most townships have these available to you on line.  Here are a couple of local links which provide a copy of Use and Occupancy application, procedures and criteria:

Here is a link to Upper Providence Use and Occupancy

Media Borough

Springfield Township - Delaware County

Nether Providence

Middletown Township

For more links and questions please contact me. 

Real Esate Update - April 2011 by Branka Doych

Here is a link to my "April Real Estate Update":


This Newsletter is full of interesting and useful information that I think you will enjoy whether you are a buyer, seller, homeowner, or renter.




This month's issue includes topics such as:



"Spring Market Conditions Bode Well For Buyers";

"Credit Score Changes Befuddle Consumers";

"Should I Accept This Offer?";

"What's In, Out of Smaller Homes?";

"Housing Affordability Soars, Investors Move In";



Plus a roundup of March real estate activity as well as much more advice and information.