FHA

February 16, 2016
down payments

Low Down Payment Mortgages

All consumers hear is …”it’s a great time to buy”.  However, the ongoing shortage of homes on the market in greater Cincinnati continues to discourage potential buyers who think they must have 20% down to buy a home.  Low down […]
October 14, 2015
FHA

The Benefits of a FHA Loan

Today’s home buyers don’t always have enough money saved for a traditional down payment.  For buyers with less than 20% down available the benefits of obtaining a mortgage loan through the Federal Housing Administration makes buying a home affordable. The FHA allows […]
October 16, 2014
Painting for FHA

Common FHA Repairs

Lots of today’s real estate deals involve FHA backed mortgages and sellers need to be prepared to handle common FHA repairs. FHA appraisals often note repairs required before closing on the property, however the demands made by FHA often surprise […]
October 21, 2013

How Were September Condo Sales in Greater Cincinnati?

Condos for sale in greater Cincinnati Ohio continue to capture buyer’s focus. If the information below is not detailed enough or if you are considering buying or selling your condo- call for detailed market analysis. Or make it easy and […]
September 23, 2013
Greater Cincinnati Condo Sales Volume

Are Condos Selling In Greater Cincinnati

Condos for sale in greater Cincinnati Ohio continue to capture buyer’s focus. If the information below is not detailed enough or if you are considering buying or selling your condo- call for detailed market analysis. Or make it easy and […]
August 19, 2013
Greater Cincinnati Condo Sales by County

July Report on Greater Cincinnati Condo Sales

Condo sales continue to increase in all 4 counties of greater Cincinnati! Just like the view from the top of the Carew Tower it appears that buyers are traveling the road to condo ownership through July 2013. If the information […]
February 6, 2012

What is a Reverse Mortgage?

Aging actors on television pitching to Baby Boomers the unbelievable benefits of using their home equity as a way to get cash in this tight economy! The reverse mortgage is a financial instrument aimed at home owners, 62 years old […]
March 11, 2011

Everything You Wanted to Know About VA and FHA Mortgages

  Well almost everything. Since more home buyers are struggling tofind home loans in Cincinnati many are opting for  FHA and VA loans and here a few key points to remember: FHA Termite inspection not required unless appraiser requires it Mortgage Insurance […]
June 29, 2009

How to Value Real Estate

(part 1 0f 2)   Are there 3 different ways to value real estate? When I started in the business (20+ years ago) there was a funny comic depicting how the seller, buyer and appraiser looked at properties. How the seller valued the […]