Should You Be Picky When Looking for a Real Estate Agent?

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A lot of first time home sellers or buyers wonder if they should really be picky when they pick their real estate agent, or if they should just get it over with and pick someone. The answer is pretty simple: be picky. Here are a couple of questions you should ask your agent. "How long have you been a real estate agent in Monroe County?"  If your … [Read more...]

How Can We Help with Your Foreclosure or Short Sale?

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Since the housing bubble collapse in 2009, thousands of homeowners have been forced into foreclosure and short sale. Many people decide that selling a home in Waterloo, IL is the best option to preserve their credit and their finances. If you are having trouble or are unable to make payments, it is important that you thoroughly investigate all your … [Read more...]

2013 Mortgage Rates Will Stay Steady For Buyers

Tammy Mitchell Hines

While low interest rates have been hard on those wanting to make a good return on their investment, those looking for homes for sale in Waterloo IL will be happy to know 2012’s historically low rates are expected to continue throughout 2013. Feds Priming the Pump Last year’s low mortgage rates are due to actions taken by the Federal Reserve to help … [Read more...]

Single Mothers Buying a Home Not Impossible

Tammy Mitchell Hines

Single-mothers struggle with the big worry of how to give their children as much of a stable home as they can manage under the circumstances. Many might think they could not able to buy a home in Waterloo IL but there are many programs which exist to help them do just that. Assistance Programs Like first-time buyer programs, there are many avenues … [Read more...]

Keywords to Have in Your Waterloo Home Sale Listing in 2013

Tammy Mitchell Hines

The internet continues to change the way we do business in America and this applies how homes for sale in Waterloo IL get sold. While the classic For Sale sign still goes up, your home’s online listing is going to be what really brings in the buyers. While it is true a picture is worth a 1,000 words (and you should pop for a professional to do your home … [Read more...]