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Buyer Tips Category

Baltimore Real Estate players: Whatever route you take – Buying or renting – Yaffe Real Estate is here for you

Timing the Baltimore real estate market can be tricky.  Buyers, sellers, and investors should all take a look at this article…

http://rismedia.com/2012-09-13/is-now-the-time-to-rent-or-buy/

Great time for buyers in the Baltimore real estate market

We’ve heard for months now that home prices are nearing rock bottom.  This article explains why we HAVE hit bottom, and why it may be a very profitable time for Baltimore home buyers and investors alike…

http://blogs.wsj.com/developments/2012/09/04/heres-more-evidence-that-home-prices-have-hit-bottom/?blog_id=36&post_id=21306

Have a college student attending Johns Hopkins, Towson, Goucher in Baltimore? Invest in a college rental!

“ I kicked myself for not borrowing some cash to buy a college rental when the first child enrolled at an out-of-state school because the neighborhood around the university appreciated significantly. In addition, we discovered a huge lack of off-campus housing for faculty and staff.”

http://www.inman.com/buyers-sellers/columnists/tomkelly/when-investing-in-a-college-rental-makes-sense

Is 2012 the BOTTOM of the Real Estate market in Baltimore?

Do you think that we have hit bottom for the real estate market in Baltimore?  This article seems to think so…

http://realtybiznews.com/time-to-buy-houses-3-reasons-why-2012-is-the-bottom/98711725/#.T-xA06sIdXo.email

Should you rent or buy a home in Baltimore?

Should you rent or buy a home in the Baltimore Metro Area?  Some great questions are in the article below.  Read on and tell us what you think.

http://rismedia.com/2012-06-21/what-to-do-in-this-year-rent-or-buy-a-home/

Ken Venick with Equity Mortage talks about 203K loans with Mary Towle

Ken Venick with Equity Mortgage talks about 203K loans with Mary Towle.  Interested in a 203k loan?  Talk to Mary at 410-303-6333 or email us directly.  We would love to help.

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What is a walkscore? Find out your Baltimore home’s walkscore today.

Neighborhood information is in high demand.

It is one thing to know bedrooms, bathrooms and the statistical details about a home.  But what about the area?  Prospective buyers want to know the proximity to schools, shopping and yes, the nearest Starbucks.  All important information for day to day living.

And that is where a home’s walkscore comes in.

A walkscore is a neat new tool that let’s you check out what it would really be like to live in an area.

Check out this listing’s walkscore by clicking HERE and scrolling down.  You can then type in any address and find out it’s walkscore.  Remember, the information is not 100% accurate but it is interesting and does give you some insight into the area.  Check it out today and CONTACT US with your questions.

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FHA limits set to decrease on October 1st and how this will affect your Baltimore purchase

FHA limits are set to decrease on October 1st.

Read here how this could negatively affect our housing market.  Oh no!  Act NOW if you want to purchase a home in 2011 and take advantage of the higher FHA limit!  Contact us today!

Buying a Baltimore Short Sale? Here are some tips.

Jessica discusses some things to think about when buying a Baltimore Short Sale.  You definitely need an agent that knows what they are doing and Jessica is that person.  Have more questions?  Feel free to send us your questions or call us directly at 410-902-1100.  We would love to hear from you.

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A happy new home owner in Reisterstown/Owings Mills!

Listen in as a happy new homeowner in Reisterstown/Owings Mills shares his thoughts.   We here at Yaffe Real Estate all work as a team to help you accomplish your real estate goals and we are honored to work with you.

Are you thinking about buying your first home?  Have lots of questions about the process?  We are here for you.   Contact us.  No pressure, I promise.  Just good, solid advice.

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