by Jon Terry | Dec 9, 2010 | Blog, Buying A Home, Mortgages
Myth 1: I shouldn’t buy until the real estate market has hit the very “bottom.” Answer: It is impossible to sharp shoot the “bottom” of any market. Just as the “top” of a market is identified after the “bubble” has...
by Jon Terry | Dec 7, 2010 | Blog, Buying A Home
Traditionally, real estate sales slow during the holidays. However, I have discovered that it is often times my busiest time. Would you like to know my secret? Most people do not want to move during the holidays. Sellers are entertaining, have their home decorated...
by Jon Terry | Nov 16, 2010 | Blog, Buying in a Recession, Investors, Selling a Home
I had a great discussion with a client today about folks who are waiting for the bottom of the market. It was his opinion that waiting would be very foolish. I tend to agree with him because, unfortunately, I have not found anyone who has been able to predict the...
by Jon Terry | Oct 12, 2010 | Blog, Credit
In today’s uncertain economy, why is your credit score so important? It is amazing how 3 little scores can either help or hinder your ability to purchase assets, consumer goods, and even obtain car insurance. A great credit score will help you get into a home,...
by Jon Terry | Oct 5, 2010 | Blog, Buying A Home, Buying in a Recession
Over the last 2 years, we have seen tremendous corrections in the housing market, meaning almost across the board, the price of homes have come down. There was a time when we all took the housing market for granted. A once “no-brainer” decision to invest...