Mortgage rates lowest since late May!

"The interest rate, just over 5%, offers buyers a great rate to get their financing, to find a good deal to buy at this time. Here's a great article!" Stan Rolle

http://www.floridarealtors.org/NewsAndEvents/article.cfm?id=221982

37% INCREASE in FL’s existing home, condo sales in July 2009!

The real estate market continues to be active with good deals to be had everywhere!

http://www.floridarealtors.org/NewsAndEvents/article.cfm?id=221974

2nd Remax VIDEO about the $8k Tax Credit

Just buy the house by December 1st! This video includes even more info about that tax credit!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2leBqxcwhvI

VIDEO: $8000 tax credit for home buyers?

Haven't heard about that $8000 tax credit for home buyers? Here's a short, fun, informative VIDEO from Remax about it. But hurry - this tax credit won't be availble for too much longer! Got questions about it? Feel free to call me, or check my "resources" link on my web site, StanRolle.com!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tLqbFzM3o6E&feature=channel

6 Reasons why some houses sell and others don't

I think I agree with this theory about these 6 reasons in this article! Let me know what you think, or if you would add any of your own reasons to this list. http://www.floridarealtors.org/NewsAndEvents/article.cfm?id=221449

FL's existing home, condo sales up in 2Q 2009

Positive stories continue to support positive energy in the real estate market. Here's an article about 2Q '09 rise in sales:

http://www.floridarealtors.org/NewsAndEvents/article.cfm?id=221418

What letter will the rebound resemble – U, V or W?

This article is another positive sign that most economists feel we will be coming out of the recession this year.
http://www.floridarealtors.org/NewsAndEvents/article.cfm?id=221602

Survey shows economists pronounce the recession is over

This Wall Street Journal survey is another positive sign that the recession is over and that the economy is stablizing, and that should help the real estate market.
http://www.floridarealtors.org/NewsAndEvents/article.cfm?id=221485

Thinking Waterfront? Ask yourself "WHY" before you start!

Great advice - ask yourself 'WHY' when looking for waterfront property. Here's a helpful article -

How to Choose a Waterfront Property

http://www.frontdoor.com/Buy/How-to-Choose-a-Waterfront-Property/2374

Pending home sales: UPWARD TREND continues

This is a VERY POSITIVE sign! "Pending home sales are up for the fifth consecutive month, the first time in six years for such a streak, according to the National Association of Realtors® (NAR)." Click below for the whole article.

http://www.floridarealtors.org/NewsAndEvents/article.cfm?id=220911

HOME PRICES RISE!

Stan Rolle: "Here's an article from the Wall Street Journal with great news! The market was so depressed for the last few years; this is a very positive sign that the market is in recovery."
Home Prices Rise Across U.S.
Home prices in major U.S. cities registered the first monthly gain in nearly three years, according to a new report that provided fresh evidence that the severe U.S. housing downturn could be easing....
http://online.wsj.com/article/SB124878477560186517.html

REPORT ON SHORT SALE DEALS

STAN ROLLE SEZ: "If you are seriously considering looking into a property that is a SHORT SALE, then this article from USA TODAY will be of interest to you."
http://www.usatoday.com/money/economy/housing/2009-08-04-short-sales-mortgages_N.htm

Wear Flip Flops When House Hunting?

Here are some ideas of what not to do while house hunting, including what shoes to not wear, and how to house hunt safely. Click on the link for this helpful article.
http://www.frontdoor.com/buy/AntiChecklist-What-Not-To-Do-While-House-Hunting/417