Alan Barker on February 25th, 2010

How long will mortgage interest rates remain so ridiculously low? It’s hard to say. I’ve heard some talk that the fed will be raising the prime borrowing rate their next meeting. While this doesn’t directly impact mortgage interest rates, mortgage rates usually follow the same trend. Well according to Ben Bernake interest rates are going [...]

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Alan Barker on February 24th, 2010

An article in the local newspaper said some pretty negative things about the Cache Valley Real Estate market. While the stats were accurate, and it is an awesome time for home buyers. There are also some reasons why it actually is a good time to list your home for sale. If you price your home [...]

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Alan Barker on February 23rd, 2010

It looks like the economics of being a landlord in Logan Utah will be a little less desirable. The local government has been trying for a while now to require landlords of properties in Logan Utah get licenses. What is the definition of a Landlord and when will they need a licence? According to LoganUtah.org: [...]

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Alan Barker on February 22nd, 2010

There is another new Federal Government program out their designed to reduce the consequences and liability of people trying to avoid foreclosure by selling their homes as short sales, or else voluntarily giving up their homes with a Deed in Lieu of Foreclosure. This program is called the Home Affordable Foreclosure Alternatives Program. Say that [...]

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Alan Barker on February 18th, 2010

It’s okay to buy a home before you sell. But you want to make sure that you write up your offer properly to protect yourself.

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Alan Barker on February 17th, 2010

Big Buzz in the Logan Real Estate world is changes with our MLS. These changes should allow for better information for consumers to more easily find exactly what they are looking for.

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Alan Barker on February 17th, 2010

A few notes about homeowners insurance. The importance of credit rating, cost of earthquake insurance and more.

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Alan Barker on February 16th, 2010

The percentage of homes requiring short sales is slightly down for Cache County Utah. There are currently just 6.29% of all listed homes that require short sales.

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Alan Barker on February 15th, 2010

Lease options can be a good way for sellers to fill a vacant house during slow markets. They are also beneficial for buyers who may not be able to qualify for traditional mortgage financing.

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Alan Barker on February 11th, 2010

New Cornerstone Facebook Pages and Groups

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