Catherine Kierzek's (catherinekierzek) Blog

     With the warmer weather, doesn't it make you want to buy a house!  I'm beginning to wonder what buyers are thinking with the tax credits expiring soon and the low interest rates, and low, low prices, and the amount of inventory, why are buyers choosing to go on vacations instead of buying a ...

     Just wanted to wish everyone a Happy Valentine's Day and hope you get out there and celebrate.  It is a speical day for me and my husband.  We went steady on this day in 1969 and have been celebrating it every year which is 41 years later.   I have some concern this year.  Thinking oh no, I ...

With my second cup of coffee I'm feeling a little overwhelmed with all the goals I have for 2010.  Are too many goals not good?  I am driven by goals, but now that I'm reflecting more, I believe we really have to focus on the important ones that will make a difference, and if time permits, follow...

  Here is a list of revised federal guidelines that outline 10 things that appraisers must do or provide for all FHA appraisals done after April 1, 2009:      1.  The Market Conditions Addendum (Fannnie-Form 1004MC/Freddie Form 71).      2.  At least 2 comparable sales within 90 days of appraisal...

Is anyone else out there superstitious like I am.  I was nervous to set closings on the 13th of the past 2 months, so didn't.  But today I tried to conquer my fear of What??  something bad is going to happen?  So I had an inspection on a property that needs work, and actually, all went very well....

Thanks to all of you for all the support.  I'm really excited about this blogging thing.  I wish I didn't have to leave to do some work, but I heard on t.v. this morning that it is National Fun Day at Work Day today so let's all have a happy Friday.  Thanks again for the insights.  It's a Good Li...

I've been in real estate since Dec. 5, 1989, and like this idea of blogging.  I'm not sure what I'm doing here, but at the round tables we were at last week, it seemed like a good thing to do to be totally "In the Game."  I have a lot of energy and enthusiasm for this market, and feel like we'll ...