Real Estate Update

Should I Take My Home Off the Market During the Holidays?

2010-12-09T11:41:00.000-08:00

When you look at your calendar you may find the months already overloaded with seasonal obligations -- shopping, entertaining, children's pageants, charity work, decorating the house, and so much more. If you are also trying to sell your home, you are under extra pressure to keep your home in "showtime" condition. And that could be the last thing you need before the holiday spirit is broken.

It is understandable why you would be tempted to take your home off the market during the holidays. And the list of justifications is long. If you are too busy, buyers may be also, and you may find your efforts unrewarded with not enough showings. And what if you do get an offer? You may be faced with the possibility of packing and moving during the busiest time of the year. Besides, you can give your house a rest, and it will have better momentum after the holidays. Better to just pack it in and start fresh in January, right?

But wait! Most top Realtors agree that taking your home off the market during the Christmas season is a mistake. The house surely isn't going to sell off the market! What is the advantage of that? So you're busy. Let your Realtor do the work. You can leave in the morning, go to work, go shopping, and let your Realtor take care of things.

The holidays are a wonderful selling period. Why? Because most people take off work sometime during the season. The husband and wife are both off and want to see houses. Most agents like the holidays because the buyers have more time, and they can look at homes together.

Before you take your home off the market, consider the following points:

Although buyer activity may appear to slow down, the buyers who are actively looking during the holidays are that much more serious. Agents believe the home market is no more affected at Christmas than during other "busy" periods. If that were so, the market would shut down throughout the year as families concentrate on spring weddings, June graduations, summer vacations, and autumn back-to-school activities.

Many buyers deliberately choose to shop for a home after the busy spring and summer rush. They know that it will be easier to look, and that negotiations will be less stressful. They may not have children, or they may have grown children, so moving to accommodate the school year isn't a consideration. Finding the right home at the right price, however, is.

Relocating families often don't have a choice when they can leave for their new destination. Although 68% of transferring families have children, many families have to transfer during the middle of the school year. These families are that much more motivated to get their families settled in before either the January semester begins, or to arrange for the move during spring break in March. If you sign a contract by New Year's Eve, the timing couldn't be more perfect.

At Christmas time, our culture focuses on family and the home. Preparing for the indoor activities of winter is one of the most enjoyable periods of family life. Allowing buyers to view your home during this most hospitable of seasons lets them better picture their own family life in the attractive environment you have created.

When is your home ever more beautiful and inviting? You have cleaned and decorated, and your home looks like a picture postcard. If the results are good enough for family and friends, they will surely be good enough to impress your buyers. Get the family team on board to do a five-minute blitz pick-up every morning to keep holiday messes to a minimum.

With many motivated buyers in the marketplace, you may find you have more showings than you would if you sold your home during a busier time of the year.

If you do get a contract, you can arrange the terms to suit your needs. If moving during the holidays isn't an option, you can put in the closing date of your choice. Most people can close 30 to 60 days after a contract is written, so there is plenty of time. Possession and closings are very negotiable.

Written by Blanche Evans

How You Can Help Make Their Next Move A Smart Move!

2010-11-29T08:21:00.000-08:00

Here’s a quick note to let you know how I can help you or anyone you feel comfortable introducing me to.

Home buying or selling is complex – to put it mildly. Experience shows that each process involves upwards of 43 people, 100 to 150 phone calls, reams of paperwork, and each process also offers many opportunities for buyers and sellers to make mistakes. Big mistakes, like not discovering hidden defects in a house before purchasing it, or not staging the home to highlight its best features. I don’t want this to happen to you or the people you care about, and that’s why I created my free report, The 10 Dumbest Mistakes Smart People Make When Buying or Selling a Home – and How to Avoid Them.

The next time you’re in a conversation with a friend, family member or neighbor and they mention they’re thinking of buying or selling, feel comfortable enough to take out your cell phone, look up my number and call me immediately. I’ll send you a copy of my free report so you can help the people you care about make their next move a smart move.

Joe Watson, Your Real Estate Consultant For Life
REMAX Way Real Estate, 617-921-5918

P.S. Even if your friend or family member isn’t moving for several months, this free report will get them thinking now and avoiding mistakes in the future. So be sure to call me. Happy holidays!

Was She Asking For a Handout – Or Just a Hand?

2010-11-08T13:30:00.000-08:00

Alice Perley will never forget the day she met Michael Guess – and vice versa.

In December 2002 just before the holidays, 48-year-old Alice wandered into a Tennessee investment office where Michael worked as a broker and told him she had an account with the company. Based on her disheveled appearance, Michael assumed that Alice was homeless. But rather than escort her out the door, he offered her a seat at his desk. He wanted to help her.

Michael asked Alice a few questions. Her answers were vague; she focused on her belief that she had invested money at his company, perhaps through an out-of-state branch. When Michael and another employee offered her money, Alice politely refused it, insisting that she was a client and not a charity case.

On the slim chance that Alice’s story was true, Michael phoned the firm’s Atlanta office where a colleague confirmed that Alice did, in fact, hold an account with the company. But the most astonishing news was yet to come.

The Atlanta office had maintained contact with Alice’s family and revealed that eight years earlier, Alice had suffered a breakdown and disappeared. Her family had been trying to locate her ever since.

The next day, Alice Perley was off the streets and reunited with her family, thanks to an investment broker who took the time to really listen to her. Michael’s take on it? “We’re supposed to help one another and not just walk on by – aren’t we?”

Michael could have sent her on her way; instead he helped her on her way. Here’s to the heroes in all walks of life!

Sincerely,

Joe Watson
Your Real Estate/Mortgage Consultant For Life

P.S. Do you have someone you consider a hero? I’d love to know who and why. Be sure to email me at JosephWatson@Remax.net or call me at 617-921-5918.

Getting a Home Loan is Not as Hard as you May Think - Financing Options Are A-Plenty!

2010-10-14T07:50:00.000-07:00

Being active in residential real estate for 8 years, I have found that there are many myths and mis-information that has worked its way into the minds of the average consumer in regards to financing the purchase of real estate. Many folks do not think that banks are lending money to regular folks. I am writing to set the record straight. Banks are lending! There are even 100% products still available, incredibly. The only difference is that they are no longer lending unless you can document information and income. NINJA loans are no longer available, No Income, No Job, Approved! So, if you have a job and have income, and you can document this, you may be qualify for a home loan. Pretty simple!

Here is the most popular loan option for many 1st time buyers and a what it takes to qualify:

FHA Loans:

- 96.5% finaning available, 3.5% down payment
- Lenient credit policy, 600 Credit Score
- Primary purchase of Single, 2-4 unit multi family homes and condos
- If relying on rental income from a 2-4 unit properties, 3-4 months reserves is required
- Non-occupant co-borrower allowed as well as gift moneies from family
- Concessions paid by the seller up to 6% of the appraised value
- Option to borrow addtitional funds for a renovation known as 203k loan(very popular right now with the number of short-sale and foreclosure properties on the market).

I will write again soon with more details on the 203k, rehab loan to give you more details, so take a second to sign up for notifications to recieve my blog by email when I publish, which I aim to do with more frequency in the coming year, ideally once or twice a week. Look for the button to click on this page to sign up, very easy.

In the meantime, please do not hesitate to call me if you have a real estate question or a re-financing or financing question as I'm always glad to hear from my customers and clients and offer you my professional advice, at no cost. All I ask is that you remember me when you or a friend, co-worker or family member would like to buy or sell a property... Thanks!

Can't Afford To - or - Can't Afford Not To?

2010-09-22T08:21:00.001-07:00

Do you know someone who dreams of becoming a first-time homeowner or needs to move into a larger home, but believes they can’t afford it? Are you paying $1400-$2400 per month in Rent? Do you need a larger home but don't think you can afford to move?

With mortgage interest rates at historic lows and a large inventory of houses, for many people there has never been a better time to buy.

The next time you’re in a conversation with a friend, family member or neighbor and they mention that they’d love to stop paying rent and own a home, or their family is growing and they need a larger house, feel comfortable enough to take out your cell phone, look up my number 617-921-5918 and call me immediately. I’ll meet with them to review current mortgage interest rates, what’s important about buying to them, and whether or not buying is a good fit for their financial picture. That first home or larger home is more within reach than many people imagine.

HOMEBUYER WORKSHOP: SEPT 28TH, 6:30-8PM

Learn about foreclosures and short-sales. Learn about 100% Financing, 3% down, 3.5% FHA Loans, 100% VA Loans, Investment and Conventional Loans. Local experts will answer all your questions about Legal Issues, Insurance, Inspections, Closing Costs, Common Buyer Mistakes that cost thousands! Get all your questions answered to take advantage of the opportunities in todays Real Estate market!

Tuesday, Sept 28th 2010, 6:30 - 8pm
Seating Limited – Must RSVP to 1-866-Way-Home (1-866-929-4663)
Dedham Endicott Library – 257 Mt. Vernon St. Dedham MA

Win a House from REMAX!

2010-09-21T11:07:00.000-07:00

Win a House from REMAX!

2010-09-20T18:22:00.000-07:00

RE/MAX Takes YOU to the House!
RE/MAX of New England will award one deserving winner $500,000 toward the purchase of a new home if the Patriots exceed 75 touchdowns during the 2010/2011 regular season (not including pre-season or playoff games).
Throughout the 2010/2011 season, you can enter to win by writing a 500-word essay describing how a new home will significantly impact your life. A winner will be chosen from a panel of judges and if the New England Patriots score more than 75 touchdowns, the winner will be awarded $500,000 toward the purchase of a new home.

Entry Criteria:
1.Odds of winning depend upon the total number of touchdowns scored by the New England Patriots at the completion of the National Football League's 2010/2011 regular season (not including pre-season or playoff games) and the total number of eligible entries received.
2.Winner must use the prize towards the purchase of a home.
3.Open only to legal US residents of Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, or Vermont. Individuals must be 18 years of age or older on or before August 1, 2010, to be eligible to participate in this contest. This Contest is void where prohibited or restricted by law. Employees of the Sponsor, NPS LLC, New England Patriots LP, The National Football League, SCA Promotions, Inc. the Sponsor's Franchisees and their Sales Associates, and each of their subsidiaries, affiliates, controlling or related companies, and the immediate families of any of the foregoing, are not eligible to enter.
Sweepstakes sponsored by RE/MAX of New England Promotions, Inc., 8 Strathmore Road, Natick, Massachusetts 01760
and administered by SCA Promotions, Inc., 3030 Lyndon B. Johnson Freeway, Suite 300, Dallas, Texas 75234.
Sweepstakes governed by official rules.

Can't Afford to - or - Can't Afford Not to?

2010-01-18T20:41:00.000-08:00

Do you know someone who dreams of becoming a first-time homeowner or needs to move into a larger home, but believes they can’t afford it? Are you paying $1400-$2400 per month in Rent? Do you need a larger home but don't think you can afford to move?

With mortgage interest rates at historic lows and a large inventory of houses, for many people there has never been a better time to buy.

The next time you’re in a conversation with a friend, family member or neighbor and they mention that they’d love to stop paying rent and own a home, or their family is growing and they need a larger house, feel comfortable enough to take out your cell phone, look up my number 617-921-5918 and call me immediately. I’ll meet with them to review current mortgage interest rates, what’s important about buying to them, and whether or not buying is a good fit for their financial picture. That first home or larger home is more within reach than many people imagine.

HOMEBUYER WORKSHOP: SEPT 28TH, 6:30-8PM

Learn about foreclosures and short-sales. Learn about 100% Financing, 3% down, 3.5% FHA Loans, 100% VA Loans, Investment and Conventional Loans. Local experts will answer all your questions about Legal Issues, Insurance, Inspections, Closing Costs, Common Buyer Mistakes that cost thousands! Get all your questions answered to take advantage of the opportunities in todays Real Estate market!

Tuesday, Sept 28th 2010, 6:30 - 8pm
Seating Limited – Must RSVP to 1-866-Way-Home (1-866-929-4663)
Dedham Endicott Library – 257 Mt. Vernon St. Dedham MA

Toys For Tots!

2009-11-15T05:44:00.000-08:00

Dedham REMAX office, REMAX Way, accepting donations through Dec 7th for Toys For Tots!

Must be new toys in package, must be visible, cannot be wrapped.

Mon-Fri at our office95 Eastern Ave Ste 2 Dedham, MA 02026Back side of Papa Gino's Building Route 1.

Tis the Season!

For more info visit www.toysfortots.org/

2009-11-09T19:28:00.000-08:00

45-Agent Keller Firm Converts

By Deborah Ball, RE/MAX Times Online Associate Editor

A 45-agent Keller Williams office in Framingham, Mass., converted to RE/MAX in October, giving the network a huge market share boost with the creation of RE/MAX Best Choice Real Estate.

New Broker/Owner Annette Norton, who had been with Keller Williams for five years, most recently as the office manager, chose RE/MAX because of its powerful brand name and the tools, culture and support offered by the network. Fiona Beecy, Regional Director of Operations for RE/MAX of New England, worked with Norton to convert the office and attract the new agents to RE/MAX.

"As much as I believed in the Keller Williams model, I wanted to look at my options and see what other opportunities were out there," Norton says. "I finally decided RE/MAX was the way to go. RE/MAX of New England's support totally blew me away through this transition. We are very fortunate to have incredible agents who accounted for more than 96 percent of the business at the former office join us over at RE/MAX. Everyone is happy with the transition."

One of those happy top producers is Jim Coady. The Sales Associate with RE/MAX Best Choice was drawn to the network because of its reputation for having top producers. Coady is already seeing a boost in business, he says.

"The RE/MAX name is synonymous with top producers, and it's a well-known fact that RE/MAX agents do more business than Keller Williams agents," Coady says. "Nothing compares to the support and technology RE/MAX offers, such as Imprev, Mainstreet and LeadStreet."
Broker Associate Faye Winer, who was one of the first Keller Williams agents in New England, couldn't agree more. The real estate veteran of more than 30 years says that although change is never easy, she's up for the challenge. And with guidance from the region and Norton, Winer is already hard at work to turn her business around.

"RE/MAX of New England and our fellow Associates have been so warm and welcoming," Winer says. "I’m looking forward to turning what has been a dismal economic year into a better 2010 with RE/MAX."

The addition of the new agents and rebranding of the office represents an $86 million market swing in the Framingham area, says RE/MAX of New England Regional Director Jay Hummer. The region held a kickoff day to welcome the new office and its agents by flying in Broker/Owner Deb Stevens of RE/MAX Results Realty in Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Stevens, who had been with Keller Williams for seven years, converted her 145-agent brokerage to RE/MAX earlier this year. RE/MAX of New England also invited the new agents to its fall sales rally in Providence, R.I., which included technology training, speakers and plenty of educational sessions.

"This is a great group of agents who are led by an incredible Broker/Owner," Hummer says. "One of the new agents said that the sales rally was unlike anything they had on the regional level at Keller Williams. We've worked hard to help the new agents see the value of the RE/MAX brand through our regional efforts."

© 2009 RE/MAX International, Inc. RE/MAX Affiliates may share this article, provided they do not charge for it and this notice is included. All other rights reserved.

Who Wants an Extra $8G's with Next Years Tax Return?

2009-03-14T21:44:00.000-07:00

Who Wants an Extra $8,000 with Next Years Tax Return? (edit/delete)
Okay...It's late night and as usual, I'm thinking about real estate...What's wrong with me? You don't have to answer this...Thankfully, I know I'm not alone in this ever consuming passion for the business.
So what are my thoughts about the current state of the market? It's time to buy...better than last year, possibly better than any year ever. Why? If you are a buyer that falls within the guidelines of the $8,000 dollar tax give away in 2009, you have so much to gain and so little to lose!
I don't know all the details for certain about this tax give away, but it looks something like this: You are a first time buyer or a buyer that has not purchased in a number of years, maybe 3?, and you meet the income guidelines, $75K/year for an individual and $150K/year for a couple, you buy a house in 2009 and live in it for at least 3 years, and you get $8000 back with your tax return in 2010, FREE!
Sounds pretty good, right? So, let's get going already. Get your ducks in a row and sit down with someone like myself, a REALTOR, ABR (Accredited Buyer Representative) and find out how you can make the American Dream a reality this year! BONUS! $8,000! Not bad, eh?
Who would have known? And I thought the $7,500 tax incentive, interest free loan over 15 years was great.
Point is it a down market and what goes down, will inevitably go up.
With so many deals out there right now due to pricing declines it is very likely you could become a homeowner and stay within 20% of what you currently pay for rent. By the way...this is the way it used to be before people started buying homes at such inflated prices. Oh yeah, and unlike a traditional purchase, you only need 3.5% down, not 20% down.
It is a common misconception that financing is not available. Fact, many folks are getting loans to purchase homes every day.
So, if you are a renter right now, pick up the phone, email, call your REALTOR, and if you don't have one, call me and I'll help you personally or connect you with a top professional in your neck of the woods.
Don't let this unprecented, incredible opportunity pass you by! Explore your options, you have nothing to lose, but potentially, so much to gain!
May the luck o'the Irish be with ye this St. Patty's Day...And may this message be heard by all those would be homeowners currently renting!
Cheers!

No. 1 Keller Williams Firm in Canada Converts to RE/MAX

2009-03-11T10:29:00.000-07:00

The top Keller Williams franchise in Canada - a two-office Vancouver-area brokerage with more than 180 Associates - converted to RE/MAX on Feb. 26.
Bjorn Soolsma and Deborah Stevens - Co-Broker/Owners of the newly renamed RE/MAX Results Realty - determined that RE/MAX training, technology and brand awareness will help their agents reach new heights.

The Broker/Owners, who have over 25 years of real estate experience between them, see great opportunities ahead for the close-knit group they lead. The addition of their offices takes RE/MAX market share in Maple Ridge and Port Coquitlam to 44 percent and 32 percent respectively. Soolsma envisions even higher numbers.

"We want to continue to build something that is agent-focused, dynamic and results-oriented," Soolsma says. "Combining our philosophy, resources and vision with the RE/MAX business model, brand and resources, we're going to be the best."
RE/MAX officials welcome the new Affiliates.

"In this lagging economy, wise business people make wise business decisions," says William Soteroff, Senior Vice President of International Development at RE/MAX International. "RE/MAX is the right choice for professionals who want to enhance their business, take the next step in their careers, and benefit from world-class education and referral opportunities."
Within days of the conversion announcement, almost all of the RE/MAX Results Realty agents had new signs, new business cards and access to RE/MAX Mainstreet tools. Over a two-day period, they'll participate in an orientation process offered by the RE/MAX of Western Canada region. They'll also work individually with Soolsma and Stevens to re-evaluate their business goals and strategies in order to start their RE/MAX careers on solid footing.

"What's most important," says Elton Ash, Regional Executive Vice President of RE/MAX of Western Canada, "is that the new Sales Associates learn about the valuable resources they now have access to, including LeadStreet, the Design Center and Agent Training on Demand. We encourage them to take in the information, find something they can incorporate into their businesses, and put all the tools to work for them.

"It's exciting and probably a little overwhelming, but we're here to help them work through it and enjoy a smooth transition."

A core group of RE/MAX Results Realty agents jump-started their orientation and training by attending the 2009 RE/MAX International Convention in Las Vegas.
Among them were husband-wife team Bruce Pollon and Rene Marvin, who were once with the network.

"The RE/MAX brand is second to none," Pollon says. "Ask anyone on the street to name a real estate company, and nine out of 10 would say RE/MAX. We're happy to tell our clients about the move."

Will Shipton, who earned his real estate license in 2008, is eager to bring the confidence he gained from the coaching of Soolsma and Stevens back to RE/MAX, where he started his career.
"I'm excited," Shipton says. "People don't really know Keller Williams, but they know RE/MAX. Now I have the best combination possible, and my business will grow exponentially."
Visit the RE/MAX Times Online every week to read new feature articles, top-producer profiles, stories about valuable resources and more.

Copyright © 2009 RE/MAX International Inc. 3/9/09

C21 Discontinues TV Ads; RE/MAX to Debut 3 New Spots

2009-01-25T06:51:00.000-08:00

C21 Discontinues TV Ads; RE/MAX to Debut 3 New Spots By Deborah Ball, RE/MAX Times Associate Editor
While some competitors are limiting - or even discontinuing - national television advertising, RE/MAX has a campaign that's alive and well.
In fact, three new RE/MAX TV ads reflecting the opportunities consumers have in today's market will debut in February, says David Rea, RE/MAX International Executive Creative Director.
Realogy Corp. subsidiary Century 21 announced this week that it will stop running its national television spots amid current economical woes, according to Inman News.
Century 21 says it is shifting focus from TV to online advertising due to changing consumer patterns, but acknowledges that the company's shrinking budget as a result of the housing downturn played a role in the decision.
For its part, RE/MAX plans to continue promoting the brand and the Associates behind it.
"The economy has led a lot of our competitors to cut back on services to their franchisees and agents, but RE/MAX believes its Affiliates need all the support they can get in times like these," Rea says. "That's why we'll continue our industry-leading TV and radio advertising, as well as our ever-growing presence on the Internet.
"RE/MAX agents don't have to choose between media; they'll continue to get both. The president of C21 says it himself: 'The main benefit of TV advertising is name recognition.' As RE/MAX TV advertising has increased, so has our name recognition - and we've become the undisputed leader."
Download this graph to see the most recent RE/MAX Share of Voice data in national TV advertising.
RE/MAX has led in national TV share of voice for the past seven years, Rea adds. He also notes that the television campaign helps drive traffic to remax.com, which drives more leads to RE/MAX agents and offices through LeadStreet.
"We get more hits to the Web site when we're running TV commercials," Rea says. "Consumers spend more time watching TV (followed by radio and the Internet) than any other medium. Our media mix reflects consumer consumption. RE/MAX out-delivers other top brands on a regional basis, too, with more locally placed media than any of our competitors."
Copyright © 2009 RE/MAX International Inc. 1/14/09

So you want to buy a Forclosure or Shortsale?

2008-09-08T20:40:00.000-07:00

So you want to buy a forclosure or a shortsale. Why? Because you want to get the best deal out there no doubt. Who could blame you, with the way real estate has been super inflated over the last several years.

So is this the way to the best deal? Not necessarily. This "real estate crisis" as it has been dubbed, has opened the floodgates to many an entreprenuer, first time buyer, first time investor, and the legions of long time investors that know, now is the time to buy!

The current real estate market is one of great opportunity for those who have positioned themselves to make a purchase. If you have some money tucked away you are fortunate because now is the time to invest in or buy real estate!

If history has any bearing on what may happen in the future let us look to the past. When looking at graph charts back to the 1950's, we will see a pattern. Steep or steady inclines followed by declines that never bottom out back where they began, but usually go about halfway back, only to return to a steep or steady incline. Many might say "what goes up, must come down"! This sentence is almost complete. What goes down, will not go back to its original base, and must inevitably, come up and eventually surpass its prior peak.

So here we are on the cusp of the fall market of 2008. What is going on in today's market? Will we see a resurgence in the near future? Will prices fall some more?

I say yes! Yes to both of these questions! Some areas are holding there own while others are dipping further into dispair.

In many depressed areas we are seeing Bank Owned and Short Sale properties being priced below market value leading to multiple offers. This is dragging down values on the whole. In some well off areas we are seeing little depreciation and many buyers vying for a well priced good condition property.

Those properties that are in cosmetically impaired or dilapidated are likely still sitting on the market because they are not priced as I have heard them desribed by other realtors and buyers, "turds". Who wants a turd? Someone who sees the value... Any property can be sold when it is priced to compell a buyer to act!

Believe it or not, multiple offers are alive and well.

Deals are aplenty in today's market but they are not for everyone. You must have patience for one. Number two, have a knowledgable realtor in your corner. Number three, be knowledgable enough yourself to pull the trigger when the right deal presents itself!

So, what you really want is the best deal out there! Please feel free to contact me if you have any ?'s about finding the best deals in todays challenging market. In these dark days, it is helpful to have a realtor with a bright flashlight!

Why Buy A Home In Dedham, MA?

2008-05-01T09:32:00.000-07:00

Dedham, MA is a suburban town on the southwest border of Boston. Many a buyer ends up in Dedham because it is in between a North or South commute and so conveniently located to the city of Boston and to Public Transportation. The town has recently built a very impressive new Middle School and has made many cosmetic improvements, i.e. granite curbs and concrete sidewalks, and a few new good looking buildings dot the skyline. Many unique restaurants and shops already call Dedham home, and soon within the next few years, there will be a first class shopping plaza, which will really improve convenience of shopping and entertainment locally.

Right now is a great time to buy property in Dedham! One reason is that you have a very good chance of finding a home in Dedham that may be priced higher in comparable neighboring towns. There are several different areas in the town of Dedham, which makes it even more important to have a outstanding REALTOR, like myself, to help guide you in your search for the right home and location and to advise you on price and negotiation. Location is the number one determinant of price but there are several other things you must consider, such as local market trends and financing. There are many things to consider when purchasing a home and I have trained extensively to ask the questions that help my clients clearly identify their goals so they can make well informed investment decisions. Call me for a free consultation or visit us on the web to for more info and a powerful property search engine at http://www.WatsonHomesFinder.com.