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10 Great Reasons to Buy Real Estate
10 Reasons to Buy Courtesy of Realty Times Online News, by Carla Hill, Published: December 8, 2010 Owning a home has been a part of the American Dream for decades. If you are still unsure, however, whether or not homeownership is the move for you, be sure to read these ten reasons to buy. 1. Low Interest Rates. It’s true! Interest rates are currently at historical lows. This means over the course of your loan, you’ll pay less interest. And it also means monthly payments will be a smaller, more [...]
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Home Ownership Matters
Home owners are happier and healthier and enjoy a greater feeling of control over their lives. Owning a home is one of the best ways to build long-term wealth. Historically, a home owner’s net worth has ranged from 31 to 46 times that of a renter. Also, home owners are free to redecorate, renovate, and modify their homes as they wish and they can typically deduct mortgage interest and property taxes on their federal individual income tax return. Read more…
Lawrence Yun Chief Economist
Lawrence Yun is Chief Economist and Senior Vice President of Research at the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®. He directs research activity for the association and regularly provides commentary on real estate market trends for its 1.2 million REALTOR® members. Dr. Yun creates NAR’s forecasts and participates in many economic forecasting panels, including Blue Chip and the Harvard University Industrial Economist Council. Read more…
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Sellers
Jim Alhiser, Perfection Inspection, Inc. Very few home inspection companies in the U.S. perform home inspections with thermal imaging. Call (503) 508-4321 or schedule an appt on his website or blog above.
Margaret Oscilia, Professional Home Stager with Creative Concepts – Home Staging and Contracting offers home staging and interior re-design services throughout Salem.
AHS – Sellers benefit from a home warranty service contract that covers the repair or replacement of many of the most frequently occurring breakdowns of homes.
Buyers
Conrad Venti, Loan Officer with Landmark Professional Mortgage Company. Apply online or call him at 503-798-9183 for an in person appointment.
Latest tools offering a whole new era of *IDX technology catering to buyers, catering to each individual wants and needs. Tour neighborhoods and view all homes on the market.
While this market has caused the majority of realtors to struggle and be filled with fear and doubt, as well as take on day jobs, there are a few who are having their best years ever.
