1/24/2012 12:05:00 AM
Qualifications for Selling your Spokane Home as a Short Sale
We talk to a lot of Spokane homeowners who have questions about selling their home and what it takes to do a "short sale". In order for your mortgage holder to approve a sale for less than what is owed, they will first try to determine if your situation ...
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1/2/2012 3:03:00 PM
Should You Appeal Your Spokane County Tax Assessed Home Value?
In many of our recent home sales, we find that the current tax-assessed value is significantly higher than the current fair market value. (What a surprise!) With declining market values, it is not uncommon for assessed values to be $40,000 or more higher than ...
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2/15/2011 3:04:00 PM
Does the Obama Health Care Plan include a Real Estate Sales Tax?
Does the Obama Health Care Plan include a Real Estate Sales Tax? There have been quite a few emails and social media posts in circulation on this topic. Although everyone is entitled to their opinion about the new heath care plan, the story that is being promoted ...
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11/1/2010 10:51:00 PM
To Heroes Everywhere: Thank You for your Service
As LeRoy and I were returning from the Exit Realty National Convention in Dallas, we saw something that really touched us. Our flight back to Spokane was via Salt Lake City, and as we came down the jet bridge to the gate, suddenly a swarm of little kids, each ...
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10/8/2010 8:50:00 PM
Introducing "Homes For Heroes" in Spokane County!
We are very excited to announce that we have partnered with an excellent program called “ Homes for Heroes ”. As the exclusive affiliates in Spokane County, we have agreed to provide a rebate of 25% of the gross commission to local "Heroes" ...
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5/14/2010 11:09:00 PM
Darla and LeRoy Pilant Recognized for Internet Marketing Excellence
We were recently presented with the “Real Estate Online Marketing Award of Excellence” from REALTOR.com ®. The Award of Excellence recognizes top agents who consistently provide great marketing services on behalf of their buyers and sellers. ...
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4/30/2010 6:28:00 PM
Get Cash for Renovation with FHA 203K Loan
In today’s Spokane home market, fixers and foreclosures offer a unique opportunity for many home buyers. FHA has a specific loan program to help homeowners who want to make improvements or repairs on their home, but do not have the funds to do so. These ...
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3/25/2010 5:58:00 PM
Tax Credit Deadline is April 30 for Home Buyers!
Last November, Congress extended a tax credit of up to $8,000 for first-time homebuyers and authorized a new credit of up to $6,500 for existing homeowners who purchase another home. First-time buyers and existing homeowners have until April 30, 2010 to take ...
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3/5/2010 2:15:00 PM
What You Need to Know Before You Buy or Sell Your Next Home
EXIT Real Estate has just announced that the company will host two public Webinars designed to help consumers make smart decisions before they buy or sell a home. Local buyers and sellers are encouraged to tune in for the discussion. The webinar is titled ...
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3/5/2010 12:41:00 AM
When Will Home Values Rebound? Predictions for Spokane and the Northwest
By now you know that home values have taken a dip in Spokane. So the million dollar question is: Will prices go lower? When will prices rebound? No one has a crystal ball, and much will depend on our employment rate and the number of foreclosures hitting our ...
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