5 ways you can help resolve the foreclosure crisis
Originally published on June 21, 2010
The foreclosure crisis may seem big, but here are some small steps you can take to help resolve it.
Read More →Foreclosure process: how state laws vary
Originally published on August 2, 2010
Foreclosure is a complicated, multi-step process–and each states handles it differently.
Read More →Fight foreclosure through Redemption or Reinstatement
Originally published on July 27, 2010
Redemptions and reinstatements are among the rarest tactics to fight foreclosure. Your home must be in a state that supports them; even more important, you must have access to cash.
Read More →How to talk to your lender about foreclosure
Originally published on June 11, 2010
When facing foreclosure, the first step is to get in touch with your lender to discover your options.
Read More →4 ways vacant foreclosed homes hurt you and 7 ways to fight back
Originally published on July 23, 2010
Vacant foreclosed homes steal value from your home and your neighborhood. Here’s how to limit the damage.
Read More →Foreclosure alternative: the Short Sale
Originally published on July 8, 2010
A short sale is far from hassle-free, but it’s a better alternative than foreclosure. And now you’ve got a little help from your friends in D.C. Here are the facts about short sales and how to get started.
Read More →Foreclosure help: 5 pros you need on your team
Originally published on July 8, 2010
Know which experts provide foreclosure help–often at no cost to you–and how to find them.
Read More →If you have determined that the mold problem in your home or commercial building is too much for you to handle yourself, it is time to hire a professional to make sure the job gets done both safely and completely. However, if you plan to Do-It-Yourself, you may find these two videos helpful.
Read More →5 steps to owning a home again after foreclosure
Originally published July 8, 2010
Foreclosure is just a one-time event–with discipline and perseverance, you can get a mortgage and become a homeowner again.
Read More →Online tool helps you discretely explore options to Foreclosure
Originally published on June 3, 2011
When financial trouble makes it hard to pay your mortgage, it’s hard to talk to a stranger at the bank about your problems. Taking a quick online quiz to see what loan workout programs can help you stop foreclosure is a less painful and simpler way to dip your toe into the loan modification pool.
Read More →Buying a house at foreclosure auction is risky business
Originally published on May 18, 2011
You can buy a home at a significant discount at a foreclosure auction, but you’ll face a host of challenges. Don’t get burned; be solutions-ready.
Read More →7 smart strategies for bathroom remodeling
Originally published on March 4, 2011
Here’s how to get the bathroom of your dreams without making your budget a nightmare.
Read More →Foreclosure scam: watch out for phantom help
Originally published on April 12, 2011
In the phantom help foreclosure scam, con artists promise you assistance, but they’re just helping themselves to your money.
Read More →Don’t take our word for it. Check out this article from Fortune Magazine entitled, “Real estate: It’s time to buy again” for insight into the future of home buying and selling.
Read More →Recap: Alabama’s Foreclosure Prevention Program
REALTOR® Associate
Contact: (334) 714-7673 or priscilla@c21keyrealty.com
Here is a review of a program aimed at helping families keep their homes safe from foreclosure. Read more about how the Hardest Hit Alabama program may help your family.
Read More →How to buy a foreclosure and save 3.5% on closing costs through June 30, 2011
REALTOR® Associate
Contact: (334) 805-7658 or harry@c21keyrealty.com
Now is a great time to buy a foreclosure because there is a HomePath® Buyer Incentive in which Fannie Mae is currently offering buyers up to 3.5% in closing cost assistance through June 30, 2011. Read more to find out if you might be eligible for this savings.
Read More →Lead paint test kits: cheap & easy to use
Originally published on March 25, 2011
Health risks associated with lead-based paint in pre-1978 homes prompted a flood of DIY lead paint test kits. Many are accurate and simple to use.
Read More →Lead paint removal options and costs
Originally published on March 25, 2011
If testing reveals the presence of lead-based paint in your pre-1978 home, here are a few of the options at your disposal for removing it.
Read More →Asbestos removal caution and costs
Originally published on March 25, 2011
Asbestos removal may be warranted when an asbestos-containing material in your home is damaged, flaking, or crumbling. Find out what to do.
Read More →Lead paint laws and you
Originally published on March 25, 2011
Why lead paint laws? Demolition, sanding, and sawing stir up lots of dust, which can be messy and inconvenient but usually not toxic. Unfortunately, in homes constructed before 1978, renovation dust might contain lead, which is harmful when ingested or inhaled by adults and children—especially those under the age of 6. The risks of lead
Read More →Home Warranties have always been a good option for home buyers and now, more than ever, Home Warranty Plans are becoming a “must” for REO (Foreclosure) and Short Sale properties.
Read More →Should you buy more title insurance than you paid for the property?
I always recommend to my buyer clients that they obtain Owner’s Title Insurance, but I had never considered the option of getting it for more than the actual sales price of a property until now. Find out why you might want to consider this.
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There are two primary type of foreclosure: judicial foreclosure or non-judicial foreclosure. The Realty Trac website has created a chart identifying the foreclosure processes used in the various states.
Read More →Existing-home sales got back on an upward path in November, resuming a growth trend since bottoming in July, according to the National Association of REALTORS®. Find out how existing home sales performed per region of the country.
Read More →7 tips for short sale success
Originally published on March 19, 2010
Have to sell your home for less than it’s worth? Our seven tips will help you get the best price.
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