RE/MAX Leader Dave Liniger Sees End of Housing Crisis. Liniger detailed year-end home sales figures showing that more American families turned to RE/MAX agents than agents with any other company. According to Liniger, RE/MAX agents remain the most productive sales force among the national franchises, as measured by transaction sides per agent. Complete article
ReMax President – Housing Market Optimist
August 24, 2010 By Leave a Comment
RE/MAX Chairman Dave Liniger was the featured guest last night on CNBC’s “The Kudlow Report” and debated with Gary Shilling about the value of home ownership in today’s market. Says Liniger, “I’m an optimist. I think we have population growth, we have family formation, and we have a dynamic economy in the United States… I [...]
National Housing Report for July from ReMax
August 23, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Just released – The RE/MAX National Housing Report for July 2010 reveals that closed transactions in July were 27.8% lower and prices 1.3% higher than during July 2009., according to data from 54 major metro areas. View the full report at http://bit.ly/RmxReportJuly Visit Charlene’s Website to search the Multiple Listing Service
Phoenix Valley Freeways Closing & Restrictions
August 13, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Weekend closures and restrictions allow more work to be done at once, so projects are completed in less time and on budget. That gives you more time to drive on a modern, well-maintained freeway system. For the latest weekend work schedule, sign up for ADOT If you are planning to travel around Phoenix Metropolitan [...]
3 Billion in help for Jobless Homeowners
August 11, 2010 By Leave a Comment
The Obama Administration announces 3 billion in new help for Jobless Homeowners today. Arizona, which was awarded $125.1 million in the first round of Hardest Hit funding to five states with high foreclosure rates, was the only one of those states to not receive additional funds. A Treasury Department spokesman said the latest round of [...]
Clients who become family – Happy Birthday Charles –
July 26, 2010 By Leave a Comment
When clients become part of your c extended family there is no better experience. Mary & Charles Kloeckner purchased a home through me a few years ago and have been an integral part of our family ever since. It is always a pleasure when they are part of the Holidays and outings. There is always [...]
Home Buyer University – Charlene’s Workshops
July 19, 2010 By Leave a Comment
You will find a growing library of workshops that you may view completely free of charge which will provide valuable information that you will need as you prepare for your home purchase. There is nothing being sold here so view them all at your earliest convenience. Home Buyer’s University Charlene’s Information Network Check out the [...]
Cash buyers account for more than 25% of U.S. real estate deals
July 8, 2010 By Leave a Comment
This may be a buyer’s market, but not all buyers are on equal footing in the homebuying process. Cash is still king, and those who have it are taking full advantage of the comparatively speedy and reliable closings they offer sellers. Cash buyers have made up at least a quarter of home purchasers since the [...]
Mortgage rates hit a record low – time to buy
July 7, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Mortgage rates hit a record low last week on increasing worries of a second recession. The average conforming 30-year fixed mortgage rate dropped to 4.75%. The last time mortgage rates were above 6% was in November 2008. At that time, the average rate was 6.33%, which meant a $200,000 loan would have carried a monthly [...]
The President will sign the Bill to Extend Home Buyers Tax Credit
July 1, 2010 By Leave a Comment
House and Senate approve tax credit extension for buyers trying to complete purchases. President Obama is set to sign bill as early as tonight. If the closing date was not extended, it is estimated that nearly 180,000 homes sales would fall apart as borrowers backed out of real estate transactions.Whether or not you agree with [...]