http://buyersadvantagegroup.net/blog Fri, 18 Jul 2008 07:00:43 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en by Kathryn Dunkle, Client Coordinator With the cost of gas steadily rising, it makes more sense than ever to take advantage of our local farmer's markets. Your mother always told you to "eat your vegetables" because she knew it would be good for you. Now, buying locally grown fruits ... http://buyersadvantagegroup.net/blog/2008/07/18/enjoy-fresh-produce-at-these-local-farmers-markets/ by Kathryn Dunkle, Client Coordinator Five Common First-Time Home Buyer Mistakes They don't ask enough questions of their lenders and end up missing out on the best deal. They don't act quickly enough to make a decision and someone else buys the house. They don't find the right agent who's willing to help them ... http://buyersadvantagegroup.net/blog/2008/07/16/buyers-advantage-group-realty-agents-share/ originally submitted by John Rygiol, Buyer's Broker, Seal Beach, CA Short sales are becoming more and more a part of the real estate inventory in 2008. In the first quarter of 2008, I wrote 15 short sale contracts for my clients with very little success. Of the 15 contracts ... http://buyersadvantagegroup.net/blog/2008/07/14/national-association-of-exclusive-buyer-agents-naeba-short-sale-offers/ It's easy to see why Parkwood is one of the Triangle's top selling neighborhoods. This southwest Durham neighborhood continues to be desirable because it offers great home values, an excellent location and great amenities. A Little Background The Parkwood community began in the early 1960s. There are several styles of ... http://buyersadvantagegroup.net/blog/2008/07/11/welcome-to-parkwood/ by Kathryn Dunkle, Client Coordinator Those of us who live and work in the "Triangle" have come to use the term generally as a geographical point of reference to the Research Triangle Park to describe the overall area. We at Buyers Advantage Group Realty talk daily with people wanting to ... http://buyersadvantagegroup.net/blog/2008/07/09/what-is-the-triangle/ by Kathryn Dunkle, Client Coordinator How has the wealth of current homeowners and real estate investors in the Raleigh/Cary area changed as a result of home ownership? The National Association of Realtors tells us, "One way to answer that question is to create a snapshot of the equity individuals who ... http://buyersadvantagegroup.net/blog/2008/07/07/raleighcary-area-wealth-gain/ In honor of Independence Day: [Speaking about July 4th] It ought to be solemnized by pomp and parade, with shows, games, sports, guns, bells, bonfires, and illuminations, from one end of this continent to the other, from this time forward forever more. John Adams 2nd President of the United States For more information about real ... http://buyersadvantagegroup.net/blog/2008/07/04/quote-of-the-month-july-2008/ by Kathryn Dunkle, Client Coordinator I mentioned in an earlier post, What Do Single Women Want?, that security is an important consideration for single women home buyers. As the number of single women home buyers continues to explode, some builders and city planners are finding ways to improve security measures. ... http://buyersadvantagegroup.net/blog/2008/07/02/single-women-buy-with-security-in-mind/ by Pat Olmert, First Financial Services and Barbara Gressens The toughest part of moving waiting for someone to buy your home. But there are times when you cannot wait for your home to be sold and yo have to be at your new destination by a certain date. What are your ... http://buyersadvantagegroup.net/blog/2008/06/30/when-you-have-to-move-but-you-have-not-sold-your-home/ by Marge Bish, Broker/Owner You've done a good deed, gone to the local shelter and adopted a pet for your kids. They love the dog or cat and in spite of promises to take care of it most of it has been left to Mom or Dad and you've become ... http://buyersadvantagegroup.net/blog/2008/06/27/foreclosures-and-your-pet-the-sorry-side/