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		<title>Lenders will usually not accept a Short Sale on Current Loans</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 19 Feb 2010 13:07:36 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>julesroman</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[I am often asked, &#8220;Can I do a short sale on my home if I am current on my loan?&#8221;   While the answer is yes, we can try, the reality is that until a loan becomes delinquent, there is no motivation for the lender to take the haircut and agree to eat the shortage.  Once [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I am often asked, &#8220;Can I do a short sale on my home if I am current on my loan?&#8221;   While the answer is yes, we can try, the reality is that until a loan becomes delinquent, there is no motivation for the lender to take the haircut and agree to eat the shortage.  Once a loan is 90 days late, the bank suddenly is concerned that they will have to take back yet another home.  They do not want another home in thier inventory and become willing to accept a loss.   Unfortunately, some lenders will not even entertain a short sale offer unless the loan is greater than 60 days late.</p>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 16 Feb 2010 02:39:17 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Dane Hahn</dc:creator>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 08 Jan 2010 18:05:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 08 Dec 2009 15:50:01 +0000</pubDate>
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<td align="right">Exterior Features &amp; Preferences:</td>
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<input name="POOL" type="checkbox" />Swimming pool</td>
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<input name="SPA" type="checkbox" />Spa</td>
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<input name="WATERFRONT" type="checkbox" />Waterfront</td>
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<input name="GARAGE" type="checkbox" />Garage</td>
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<input name="TILE" type="checkbox" />Tile roof</td>
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<input name="FENCED" type="checkbox" />Fenced</td>
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<td align="right">Other Important Exterior Features:</td>
<td><textarea cols="35" name="OTHEREXTERIOR"></textarea></td>
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<td align="right">Have you ever been pre-qualified for a mortgage?</td>
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<input name="PREQUALIFIED" type="radio" value="No" />No</p>
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<input name="DOWNPAYMENT" type="radio" value="No" />No</p>
<input name="DOWNPAYMENT" type="radio" value="Yes" />Yes</td>
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<input name="CREDITREPORT" type="radio" value="Yes" />Yes</td>
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<td align="right">Please use this space for any other comments or questions you might have.</td>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Buying a home is an exciting time in one&#8217;s life. Making the smart move of choosing a REALTOR® is your first step to ensuring that your new home and community meets your needs. Our services and experience range from financial aid to helping you find the home that best suits you and your family. For your convenience, we also <a href="http://tarponcoastrealty.com/2009/12/dream-home-finder/">provide listings by email</a>.  We pride ourselves on repeat business and hope you&#8217;ll come to understand why.</p>
<p><a href="http://tarponcoastmls.com/buyers_page.shtml#help">How We Can Help</a><br />
<a href="http://tarponcoastmls.com/buyers_page.shtml#before">Before you start looking</a><br />
<a href="http://tarponcoastmls.com/buyers_page.shtml#closing">Closing Costs</a></p>
<p><a name="help"></a> As Your Agent, We Will:</p>
<ul>
<li>Assure that you see all the properties in the area that meet your criteria.</li>
<li>Guide you through the entire home buying process, from finding homes to look at, to getting the best financing.</li>
<li>Make sure you don&#8217;t pay too much for your new home and help you avoid costly mistakes.</li>
<li>Answer all of your questions about the local market area, including schools, neighborhoods, the local economy, and more.</li>
</ul>
<p><a name="before"></a> Before You Start Looking For Your New Home:</p>
<ul>
<li>Check your <a href="http://tarponcoastmls.com/frame.shtml?http://www.experian.com/">credit rating</a>. Straighten out any errors before its too late.</li>
<li>Determine a comfortable monthly budget for your new purchase, including down payment and monthly payment.</li>
<li>Find a <a href="http://tarponcoastmls.com/mortgage_center.shtml">loan program</a> that meets your needs and get pre-qualified (preferably pre-approved).</li>
<li>Choose a REALTOR® that you trust and who understands your needs.</li>
<li>Determine what neighborhood best matches your needs.</li>
<li>Identify important features you need your new home to have.</li>
</ul>
<p><a name="closing"></a> Closing Costs to Expect:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Lender fees</strong> include charges for loan processing, underwriting, preparation and establishing an escrow account.</li>
<li><strong>Third-party fees</strong> include charges for insurance, title search, and other inspections such as termites.</li>
<li><strong>Government fees</strong> include deed recording and state &amp; local mortgage taxes.</li>
<li><strong>Escrow and interest fees</strong> include homeowner&#8217;s insurance, loan interest, real estate taxes, and occasionally private mortgage insurance.</li>
</ul>
<p><a href="http://tarponcoastmls.com/realtor_contact.shtml">Find out how much your closing costs could be.</a></p>
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		<title>For Home Sellers</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 08 Dec 2009 15:55:31 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Selling your home shouldn&#8217;t be a stressful ordeal. Making the smart move of choosing a REALTOR® is your first step to ensuring that your investment in your home pays off. Our services and experience allow you to focus on your move while We manage your home sale from our initial consultation to the closing deal, and beyond. We pride ourselves on repeat business and hope you&#8217;ll come to understand why.</p>
<p><a href="http://tarponcoastmls.com/sellers_page.shtml#help">What We will do for you</a><br />
<a href="http://tarponcoastmls.com/sellers_page.shtml#recent">Recent Home Sales</a><br />
<a href="http://tarponcoastmls.com/sellers_page.shtml#price">Getting the highest price</a><br />
<a href="http://tarponcoastmls.com/sellers_page.shtml#closing">Closing Costs</a></p>
<p><a name="help"></a> As Your Agent, We Will:</p>
<ul>
<li>Complete a comparative market analysis that will compare your home&#8217;s value to that of your neighbors.</li>
<li>Compile a comprehensive plan detailing all the efforts we will employ to sell your home, including Internet and local media.</li>
<li>Present your home to as many qualified buyers as possible getting your home maximum exposure.</li>
<li>Help you stage your home and generate curb appeal to ensure you get the highest price.</li>
<li>Assist with obtaining offers and help you in negotiating the best deal as smoothly as possible.</li>
<li>Help you find your next home and answer all of your questions about the local market area, including schools, neighborhoods, the local economy, and more.</li>
</ul>
<p><a name="recent"></a> Recent Home Sales</p>
<p>What are homes selling for on your street? Use <a href="http://tarponcoastmls.com/frame.shtml?http://www.homeradar.com">HomeRadar.com</a> to find out what neighborhood homes are selling for, free of charge, or choose a more detailed analysis of the value of your home.</p>
<p><a name="price"></a> Getting the Highest Price for Your Home</p>
<p>Curb appeal is key and could make a difference whether people stop and take a flyer, or drive right by. Here are a few <a href="http://tarponcoastmls.com/frame.shtml?http://homebuying.about.com/cs/sellerarticles/a/curb_appeal.htm">tips to increase the curb appeal of your home</a>. Staging your home is important. Many buyers will stay in your home longer if it&#8217;s staged appropriately. We have compiled some ideas to <a href="http://tarponcoastmls.com/frame.shtml?http://homebuying.about.com/cs/howtosell/a/homestaging.htm">present your home in the most effective manner</a>.</p>
<p><a name="closing"></a> Closing Costs to Expect:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Title insurance fees</strong> depend on the sales price of the home.</li>
<li><strong>Broker&#8217;s commission</strong> is a full-service fee and will cost anywhere between 5% to 7%.</li>
<li><strong>Local property transfer tax, country transfer tax, state transfer tax, and state capital gains tax</strong> are the charges that you&#8217;ll pay for the privilege of selling your home. Credit to the buyer of unpaid real estate taxes for the prior or current year are variable and depend on when you close and when your taxes are due.</li>
<li><strong>FHA fees and costs are all fees</strong> are now negotiable between an FHA buyer and seller.</li>
<li><strong>Home inspections fees</strong> are in some circumstances paid for by the seller and include pest, radon and other inspections.</li>
<li><strong>Miscellaneous fees</strong> can accrue from correcting problems noticed during the home inspection.</li>
</ul>
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		<description><![CDATA[We will be happy to provide all the information you need to buy or sell real  estate in Boca Grande, Sarasota, Tampa, and surrounding areas. As one of the  premier real estate agents in Florida, we look forward to serving you and will  be happy to help at any time. Learn More [...]]]></description>
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