tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30582882365665296682024-03-13T12:18:35.430-05:00Thoughts By RhondaMotivation & Creativity to inspire you to see the positive side of life & real estate.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04752475697278029995noreply@blogger.comBlogger83125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3058288236566529668.post-81900140864296083782014-03-03T14:57:00.001-06:002014-03-03T14:57:53.834-06:00Mortgage Rates Rising in 2014 [Infographic]Mortgage Rates Rising in 2014 [Infographic]Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04752475697278029995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3058288236566529668.post-20201791393923928622014-02-20T08:21:00.001-06:002014-02-20T08:21:08.562-06:00A Pep Talk from Kid President to YouAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04752475697278029995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3058288236566529668.post-50037060083927561492013-10-10T14:18:00.000-05:002013-10-10T14:18:31.359-05:00OG&E Positive Energy Home Benefits
Before starting any new construction, ask yourself:
Is the home I’m building really energy–efficient?
Then look at a Positive Energy® Home – OG&E’s energy efficient home certification program.
Making the right decisions up front is crucial. And while state and local building codes set minimum
requirements, OG&E’s Positive Energy® Home offers a higher standard in Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04752475697278029995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3058288236566529668.post-37360655577651362252013-09-13T10:39:00.000-05:002013-09-13T10:39:01.123-05:00Builders: Don’t forget Realtors brought you to the dance!
The housing recovery has picked up steam and new-home sales are returning to historical levels!
Sales of new single-family homes are up 28.9 percent from January 2012, to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 437,000, according to a recent U.S. Census Bureau report. That’s the best January since 2008, and there’s plenty more room to run — new-home sales exceeded 1 million a year during Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04752475697278029995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3058288236566529668.post-59343612097395499602013-09-09T13:21:00.000-05:002013-09-09T13:21:45.856-05:00Younger Buyers More Optimistic, Confident About Homeownership
Despite an uncertain future, the Millennial generation – those 32 years old and younger – have more optimism and confidence about their recent home purchase than any other age group.
According to a recent National Association of Realtors® study that evaluated the generational differences of recent home buyers and sellers, 85 percent of buyers under age 32 believe their home purchase Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04752475697278029995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3058288236566529668.post-644909920192577302012-03-19T06:01:00.000-05:002012-03-19T06:01:20.415-05:00Real Estate Corner… Q. I’m Thinking About Getting A Home Improvement Loan.
How Should I Go About The Process?
A. You have two options. You can either get a home equity loan or a home equity line of credit. Both are secured by a lien against your home. Each has their advantages and disadvantages.
A home equity loan gives you a set amount of money up front and Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04752475697278029995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3058288236566529668.post-91382760422024611302012-02-24T11:52:00.005-06:002012-02-24T11:52:00.594-06:00
How to Use Comparable Sales to Price Your HomeBefore you put your home up for sale, use the right comparable sales to find the perfect price. Read
Visit houselogic.com for more articles like this.Copyright 2012 NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04752475697278029995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3058288236566529668.post-76514938726843222582012-02-22T10:22:00.002-06:002012-02-22T10:22:00.514-06:00Real Estate Corner…
Q. How Much Can I Afford To Pay For A New Home?
A. When you’re interested in purchasing a home, the mortgage company or your REALTOR® will usually determine the amount you can afford by using one of two formulas.
The Payment to Income Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04752475697278029995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3058288236566529668.post-33315219352170417792012-02-18T10:39:00.003-06:002012-02-18T10:39:00.799-06:00Clutter
Once your home is on the market, it is, for all practical purposes, no longer your own. It’s important to de-personalize your space so prospective buyers can picture themselves in the home and not be distracted by your belongings.
Pack up personal photo frames, trophies, knick-knacks, books and your personal decorations like children’s artwork and team posters. The goal is to strike a Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04752475697278029995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3058288236566529668.post-79800646051337839802012-02-16T09:54:00.001-06:002012-02-16T09:54:00.601-06:00Real Estate Corner…
Q. We Are Considering Purchasing A Home And Are Uneasy About The Negotiation Process. Can You Help?
A. The goal of a positive real estate negotiation is to result in a win-win agreement. This is an agreement where both the seller and buyer feel they have received an equitableAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04752475697278029995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3058288236566529668.post-47662766879887103322012-02-13T03:53:00.001-06:002012-02-13T03:53:00.781-06:00Important Tips For Buying Disability Insurance
Are you insured in the event you become disabled? Many Americans don’t have disability coverage because they don’t feel that they need the insurance. Ask yourself if you could afford to support yourself and loved ones if you were out of work for a long period due to illness or injury. Strangely enough, many of us carry life insurance policies to protect our families in case of Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04752475697278029995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3058288236566529668.post-57876386241040372952012-02-11T08:47:00.007-06:002012-02-11T08:49:49.893-06:00Real Estate Corner…
Q. We want to purchase a home but fear that our poor credit will prevent us from getting financing. How can we repair our credit?
A. Initially, you need to obtain a copy of your credit report and contact your creditors. You will need to explain your current situation and offer to pay a percentage of your Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04752475697278029995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3058288236566529668.post-71038732415818760302012-01-22T06:06:00.000-06:002012-01-22T06:06:15.136-06:00Today...Today...before you say an unkind word... Think of someone who can't speak. Today...before you complain about the taste of your food... Think of someone who has nothing to eat. Today...before you complain about your husband or wife... Think of someone who’s crying out to GOD for a companion. Today...before you complain about life... Think of someone who went Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04752475697278029995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3058288236566529668.post-41251229790171647492012-01-11T10:37:00.000-06:002012-01-11T10:37:42.369-06:00Don't Sell Me...I get calls...and emails all the time from someone trying to sell me on some new marketing, whether online or paper material. Those on the hard sell that don't listen to me...I've been known to hang up on when they talk over me.
So...knowing I don't want to be sold...and a line I've used many times...I want to share how I believe people want to be approached:
1. Don't sell me...Help Me!
If Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04752475697278029995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3058288236566529668.post-74810939833776951542012-01-04T16:28:00.006-06:002012-01-04T16:28:00.786-06:00Rhonda's 2012 Blessings...
....no, make that 11!
· Blessed are the confident for they shall have an unshakable belief in themselves based on a realistic understanding of their circumstances; a trait that most people admire in others and strive to acquire themselves.
· Blessed are the curious for they shall be eager Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04752475697278029995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3058288236566529668.post-60208749610471423572012-01-02T17:48:00.000-06:002012-01-02T17:48:29.495-06:005 tips to stay on top of home maintenance
Where to find reliable contractors
By Dian Hymer
Inman News®
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Share This You're not alone if your roof is leaking and you're kicking yourself for not having called a roofer during the summer months. Most people have a limited concept of preventative maintenance. This can lead to big problems that end up being more expensive than Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04752475697278029995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3058288236566529668.post-40156179870844179152012-01-01T13:44:00.001-06:002012-01-01T13:44:01.024-06:00On Time or Early...or Always Late
Do you know the one reason people arrive late? They leave late. What I mean is; it is not the traffic, it is not the directions, it is not the last minute phone call, it is simply that they left late. In my experience most people arrive for business appointments late.
Being late tells me a few things about people:
They don't respect my time;
They are disorganized;
They are not someone I Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04752475697278029995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3058288236566529668.post-40695642232940454912011-12-31T07:51:00.000-06:002011-12-31T07:51:07.432-06:00Color is a Powerful Thing - Set the Right Tone
Like death and taxes, there is no escaping color. It is ubiquitous. Yet what does it all mean?
Why are people more relaxed in green rooms? Why do weightlifters do their best in blue gyms?
BlueThe color of the sky and the ocean, blue is one of the most popular colors. It causes the opposite reaction as red. Peaceful, tranquil blue causes the body to produce calming chemicals,Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04752475697278029995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3058288236566529668.post-50127917177699829102011-12-26T10:44:00.000-06:002011-12-26T10:44:00.242-06:00The Complete Home Buyers HandbookInsider's Guide to Saving Money &
Eliminating Risks When Buying Your First Home!
Chapter 7 – Closing The Deal
Drawing up contracts, having the final walkthrough, and going to the closing are the last steps you will have to take when buying your first home. This is the time when having a real estate agent you can trust, and a little knowledge of home buying comes in handy.
But what Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04752475697278029995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3058288236566529668.post-876547244256622592011-12-25T08:57:00.000-06:002011-12-25T08:57:30.427-06:00A Mad Russian's Christmas - Trans-Siberian OrchestraAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04752475697278029995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3058288236566529668.post-48125808250217162302011-12-25T08:37:00.000-06:002011-12-25T08:37:02.507-06:00Trans-Siberian Orchestra - O Come All Ye Faithful / O Holy Night [HD] LIVEMerry Christmas!!!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04752475697278029995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3058288236566529668.post-47044750889543417262011-12-23T07:16:00.000-06:002011-12-23T07:16:35.560-06:0023 and 1/2 hours: What is the single best thing we can do for our health?Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04752475697278029995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3058288236566529668.post-51757882079594660802011-12-21T15:08:00.012-06:002011-12-21T15:08:01.494-06:00The Complete Home Buyers HandbookInsider's Guide to Saving Money &
Eliminating Risks When Buying Your First Home!
Chapter 6: Making An Offer
By this point, you have found a real estate agent you trust, contacted a few lenders, and seen a few homes. If you haven't made up your mind on a home yet, you should take your time and keep looking. But keep in mind that if you wait too long, you may end up in a bidding war Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04752475697278029995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3058288236566529668.post-61588754389012184952011-12-18T19:20:00.001-06:002011-12-18T19:20:01.799-06:00The Complete Home Buyers Handbook
Insider's Guide to Saving Money &
Eliminating Risks When Buying Your First Home!
Chapter 5 - Financing Options
Financing your first home can be the most frustrating part of the home buying process. This is the time when you figure out how to pay for the home. Most people have to take out a mortgage loan in order to afford the price. Which mortgage loans are right for you? How much of Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04752475697278029995noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3058288236566529668.post-32558510181491786292011-12-15T19:08:00.012-06:002011-12-15T19:08:00.534-06:00The Complete Home Buyers Handbook
Insider's Guide to Saving Money &
Eliminating Risks When Buying Your First Home!
Chapter 4: Home Inspections 101
A home inspection will give you a chance to discover more about the home before you purchase it. In case there are serious problems with the foundation, mold issues, or underground leaks, you will be prepared to ask for repairs, a reduced price, or walk away from the Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04752475697278029995noreply@blogger.com0