Have you been thinking of buying a property in the past few years but discarded the dream because you have taken a hit to your credit score? There are many people in the same boat. But some changes are coming… According to Realtor magazine, at the National Association of Realtor conference last year banks were accused of restraining homes sales by not considering buyers with low credit scores. The conversation went further and stated that “banks’ credit policies were out of sync with the FHA” and the impact on sales was estimated to be as high as a … read full article

So you’ve been considering buying a home or a second home but aren’t sure it’s quite the right time. Here are some suggestions that might help you to know if now is THE time and that may even make the buying process go more smoothly. These are not the fun and exciting parts of pursuing the purchase of a home, but they are a reality. So here you go…

1) Become familiar with the market. You probably have an idea of the general area that you would like to buy a home; there are a variety of ways … read full article

OPALCO is offering a new energy assessment tool: The Home Snapshot Energy Assessment. The new assessment is more comprehensive and skillful than the energy audits formerly performed by OPALCO staff and is offered for a fee of $25.

What this includes is:
• 2-hour Assessment & Consultation with a BPI Professional
• New CFL Light Bulbs Installed
• Low Flow Shower Heads Installed
• Written Reports Detailing Recommendations

Some items recently discovered during Energy Audits include:
• Recalled Electrical Panels
• Recalled Heaters
• Insufficient Ventilation / Moisture (Mold) Issues with Attics & Crawlspaces
• Standing Water & … read full article

Download the Sotheby’s International Realty mobile app to access homes for sale or for rent ANYWHERE. It’s FREE and it’s user friendly. You can search, get details, map properties, and easily call someone that can further answer your questions. This app is for any smart phone.

Here’s how:

Text SIR to 87778
Type in this url: m.sir.com/sir

Off you go!… read full article