Economy

What Percentage of Real Estate Buyers Use Social Media For Leads?

By Candy Evans / November 9, 2010 /

95%. And that was in 2008. Could be even higher now. By social media I mean Facebook and Twitter and all the clones out there. This from a trusted source who just returned from the National Association of Realtors convention in New Orleans. Another fact, and one solid reason why I am pouring myself into…

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What Do People Want In Second Home Real Estate?

By Candy Evans / November 3, 2010 /

Value and a pretty darn good view — beachfront or mountain — that’s what people generally want when they seek second home real estate. After all, that’s the whole point of buying a second home, getting out of Dodge and enjoying peace, quiet and nature. But one thing has changed since the real estate bubble…

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The F Word: Cute Perry Heights Fannie Mae Property

By Candy Evans / November 2, 2010 /

We curse and talk dirty a lot over here at SecondShelters, especially when we get excited about a really great deal! (Ooh, ooph, ahhh!) This one is SO cute, is in Perry Heights and is a Fannie-Mae owned home. Know what’s even better? You get 3.5% of your closing costs paid as assistance if you…

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Financial Real Estate News:How To Buy A Home Away From Home

By Candy Evans / October 9, 2010 /

If you dream of owning a home away from home, start your search by determining how much home you can afford. If you haven’t saved enough for a cash transaction, you’ll need a mortgage, and a banker can help determine what you can afford to pay. Call a loan officer for help in determining the…

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You Can Never Be Too Thin, Too Rich or Have Too Many Homes

By Candy Evans / October 7, 2010 /

Think I’m joking, eh? Actually, this is probably the best time in the history of housing to buy a second home. The number of vacation home purchases rose slightly in 2009, and even then they were up one percent from 2008, according to the National Association of Realtors’ 2010 Investment and Second Home Buyer’s Survey.…

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