recent blog posts from Cheryl Acker
Posted by Cheryl Acker | on July 28, 2009, 5:29 pm1. Get rid of clutter. Throw out or file stacks of newspapers and magazines. Pack away most of your small decorative items. Store out-of-season clothing to make closets seem roomier. Clean out the garage. 2. Wash your windows and screens … Continue reading » Read more
Posted by Cheryl Acker | on July 28, 2009, 4:02 pmREO – Real Estate Owned. These are properties that have been foreclosed by the bank and now the bank currently owns the property. They are trying to recoup their costs of the foreclosure, however, the homes are typically listed below … Continue reading » Read more
Posted by Cheryl Acker | on July 28, 2009, 3:57 pmA short sale means the homeowner owes more money on the property than the current market value. Usually, the homeowner has gone through some major challenges like job loss or multiple medical expenses and are being forced into selling. Does ”short … Continue reading » Read more
Posted by Cheryl Acker | on July 27, 2009, 10:53 pmBe picky, but don’t be unrealistic. There is no perfect. Do your homework before you start looking. Decide specifically what features you ant in a home and which are most important to you. The “must haves” versus the “wants”. Get … Continue reading » Read more
Posted by Cheryl Acker | on July 27, 2009, 9:45 pmShould I buy now? Housing may never be this affordable again. Over the past few months, the market has created very interesting opportunities for first-time home buyers. If you are renting, now is the time to take advantage of these … Continue reading » Read more