Run Your Business Like a 10 Year Old

by | Aug 1, 2010 | Blog, Coaching, Success Tips

I recently observed my two daughters and their friends running a lemonade stand with several of their friends in the neighborhood.  It was interesting to watch how much we know about running a successful business at a young age and for some reason we seem to forget...

What Are FHA Loans?

by | Aug 1, 2010 | Blog, Buyers

What is the Federal Housing Administration? The Federal Housing Administration, generally known as “FHA”, provides mortgage insurance on loans made by FHA-approved lenders throughout the United States and its territories. FHA insures mortgages on single...

Why Ask For An FHA Loan?

by | Aug 1, 2010 | Blog, Buyers

There are lots of reasons to ask your lender for an FHA loan instead of taking a conventional or an expensive and risky sub-prime mortgage loan. Why not take advantage of the many benefits and protections that only come with FHA: Easier to Qualify – Because FHA...

5 Tips for Buying a Foreclosure

by | Aug 1, 2010 | Blog, Buyers

Once you have secured a mortgage and you have started the process of looking for a home you will most likely come across a foreclosure in this market.  Buying a foreclosure can present some challenges.  This is some great advice from the pages of HouseLogic.com: When...

5 Reasons to Buy Now!

by | Jul 30, 2010 | Blog, Buyers

The economy is stabilizing. Home prices are holding. It’s not just as good a time as ever to buy a house. It’s one of the best times ever. 1. Low mortgage rates serve as an equity shock absorber. When buyers borrow at today’s record-low rates, they...

Twin Cities Named #1 For Working Mothers

by | Jul 30, 2010 | Blog, Buyers, Market Data

ForbesWoman just announced their list of the top 20 cities for working mothers.  Minneapolis-St. Paul was named #1.  The Twin Cities beat out Washington, D.C., Boston, and Philadelphia for the top spot. To determine the list Forbes looked at women’s earnings,...

10 Ways To Stay Positive During Tough Times

by | Jul 29, 2010 | Blog, Coaching, Success Tips

The real estate industry has been hit harder than just about any other industry during this recession.  Those of us that rely on home sales to put food on the table find it difficult to stay focused on our goals and keep a positive attitude when everywhere we turn we...

5 Don’ts for Buyers Securing a Mortgage

by | Jul 28, 2010 | Blog, Buyers

Interest rates are the lowest we have seen them in 50 years so you could be looking at the best time to buy a home in a long, long time.  Getting a home mortgage can be tough these days.  Once you have been pre-approved for a mortgage there are several things you need...

My 10 Favorite Quotes

by | Jul 27, 2010 | Blog, Coaching, Success Tips

“You miss 100% of the shots you never take.” – Wayne Gretzky “I haven’t always done a good job, and I haven’t always been successful – but I know that I have tried.” – George Steinbrenner “You can’t just sit there and wait for people to...