ADDED February 16, 2012
Mortgage lenders are in the news again, only this time it’s not Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae in the hot seat. If you purchased a home through GMAC (now Ally Financial), Bank of America, JPMorgan Chase, or Citibank, you may want to take note. Last week’s settlement of $25 billion is proposed to aid homeowners…Read More »
ADDED February 15, 2012
While the decline in new home construction may have some feeling “blue,” those of you who embrace a “green” lifestyle will be excited to hear about the latest projections. “Green” remodeling is a growing trend in the real estate industry! In fact, McGraw-Hill Companies, revealed last week that 17% of residential home building in 2011…Read More »
ADDED February 10, 2012
When you meet someone for the first time – what do you notice? If you’re like many of us, that initial impression is largely determined by outside appearance. Believe it or not, that concept rings true with your home, too! That’s right, your home can foreshadow clues regarding your personality and sense of style,…Read More »
ADDED February 9, 2012
Home ownership can be a heavy responsibility at times… especially when times are tough. It can be challenging to find help when times are difficult due to a decrease or loss of income, illness, unexpected disaster or home repairs, or personal crisis such as separation or divorce. Add to that a reduction in home values, and…Read More »
ADDED February 7, 2012
Valentine’s Day is fast approaching and love is in the air. Share a little extra love with your home for sale this week and you may find a buyer sooner than you thought! Buying a home is largely an emotional decision. Buyers may try to rationalize, set limits, make T-charts, and even compromise when searching…Read More »
ADDED February 2, 2012
Any major purchase requires analysis and thought, and home buying isn’t any different. Specifications on location, bedroom and bathroom quantity, and yard size may come more quickly to mind, but there are many other considerations to be aware of, as well. Did you know that you can compare prices on mortgage rates and lender options?…Read More »
ADDED January 11, 2012
Today, I was asked a question about how does one know they are getting the best prices for home repair work. He wanted to know if there was any online source that provided pricing information. I have seen web sites and blogs that address pricing issues, but often their reporting is more national in scope.…Read More »
ADDED December 29, 2011
With interest rates at historic lows, and incredible bargains available in our local market, more and more of my clients are investing their money in real estate. Watch this short video and find out how almost anyone can get started today with very little down! Now contact me at 586-246-6606 or tom@lipinskiteam.com for a FREE…Read More »