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2014 

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Home buyers may now reduce the cost of FHA mortgage insurance   One of the continuing issues with the use of FHA mortgage financing has been the cost of the mortgage insurance that is required when using this product to finance a home purchase. A new program has been announced that will encourage...
05/23/2014

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Congratulations to Robert (Bob) Gilbert, ActiveRain Millionaire   Katy, Texas real estate professional, CPA and blogger Robert (Bob) Gilbert is the latest member of the ActiveRain network to pass the million points level on the ActiveRain Leaderboard.  He ranks #106 in the system. Charles McDonal...
05/23/2014

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Fond memories of Clint Mckie   I never met or spoke with Clint Mckie but felt like I know him well because I read all of his blogs that detailed his home inspection experience that was always supported by his on the job photographs. It was sad to learn of his sudden death. Based on information on...
05/23/2014

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Create a Pinterest Board for the Dallas Arboretum   I have never visited the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden.  However, after reading several blogs by Flower Mound, Texas real estate professional Patricia Feager, I know that this is a travel destination that I would really enjoy. The above ...
05/22/2014

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Short Sales Declining   National Mortgage News reports that “Mortgage servicers and troubled homeowners may be losing faith that Congress will pass legislation saving borrowers from paying a tax penalty when they do a short sale.” Home sellers that are considering a short sale need to obtain prof...
05/22/2014

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Do you have a Kitchen Ideas board on Pinterest?   One of the things that many prospective home buyers and home owners have in common is their interest in the kitchen. Improving the function and the appearance of the kitchen are topics that attract the attention of a wide audience. If you are a re...
05/21/2014

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  I was leaving a comment on one of Cal Yoder's blogs when I noticed that this old blog was still showing on his list of recent posts.  Reading it again certainly lifted my spirits and I really appreciate Cal's kind words. When you have time and need a blog topic, reach out and touch one of the o...
05/21/2014

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Did your spring cleaning include your washing machine?   This is a good time to be completing the long list of spring cleaning chores in our homes. It is easy to overlook some items that are right in front of us. Did your spring cleaning include your washing machine? I noticed that my wife, Dolor...
05/20/2014

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Facebook Dos and Don’ts for real estate professionals   REALTOR® Magazine has published an article that should be read by every real estate professional that uses Facebook.  And, almost everybody in real estate needs a Facebook presence. I have a lot of REALTOR® friends and see the mistakes that ...
05/20/2014

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Memorial Day Family Events in Kentlands   Residents of Kentlands are invited to attend Memorial Day family events that will take place at the Kentlands Clubhouse grounds on Monday, May 26, 2014 from noon to 2 p.m.  Take advantage of this good time to spend with friends and neighbors. You may even...
05/20/2014
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