﻿<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8" standalone="no"?><?xml-stylesheet type='text/xsl' href='/Blog/369CB58C997F7F1FED2B93301C4FF48A.xslt' version='1.0'?><rss version="2.0"><channel><ttl>240</ttl><title>Bankers Hill Blogs</title><description>Bankers Hill Blogs</description><link>http://homes.point2.com/Blog/US/California/San-Diego-County/San-Diego/Bankers-Hill.aspx</link><image><url>http://homes.point2.com/Images/Icons/807AAA359696B2CCC21BE5A099399412.jpg</url><title>Point2 Homes</title><link>http://homes.point2.com/</link></image><dc:date xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">2009-11-23T21:14:00-06:00</dc:date><item><title>Strong Sales Continue To Dominate October 2009 Home Sales In San Diego County…</title><description>Total Number of Sales Closed in October 2009 &amp;Oslash; October 2009 had 2,906 closed sales or 97 closings per day &amp;Oslash; September 2009 had 2,717 closed sales or 91 closings per day Summary: October 2009 sales are up ▲ in comparison to September 2009 ...</description><link>http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/11/23/strong-sales-continue-to-dominate-october-2009-home-sales-in-san-diego-county.aspx</link><dc:date xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">2009-11-23T21:14:00-06:00</dc:date><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Christopher Hutchinson</dc:creator><guid isPermaLink="false">http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/11/23/strong-sales-continue-to-dominate-october-2009-home-sales-in-san-diego-county.aspx</guid></item><item><title>Featured Property: 2316 Worden Street In Point Loma / BANK OWNED!</title><description>AVAILABLE FOR: $599,900 This Bank Owned property features: - 4 Bedrooms - 2 Baths -2-Car Attached Garage - 1,948 square feet - Rests on a large 7,800 square foot lot - All New Vinyl Windows - New Vinyl Sliding Glass Doors - New Carrier Air Conditioning ...</description><link>http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/11/19/featured-property-2316-worden-street-in-point-loma-bank-owned.aspx</link><dc:date xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">2009-11-19T12:04:00-06:00</dc:date><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Christopher Hutchinson</dc:creator><guid isPermaLink="false">http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/11/19/featured-property-2316-worden-street-in-point-loma-bank-owned.aspx</guid></item><item><title>Homebuyer Tax Credit Overview Information: Eligibility, Income Caps, Date Restrictions, Etc..</title><description>On November 6, 2009, President Obama signed a bill to extend the tax credit for first-time homebuyers (FTHBs) through June 30, 2010. The bill also opens up opportunities for others who are not buying a home for the first time. TAX CREDIT OVERVIEW Who Gets ...</description><link>http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/11/10/homebuyer-tax-credit-overview-information-eligibility-income-caps-date-restrictions-etc.aspx</link><dc:date xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">2009-11-10T11:53:00-06:00</dc:date><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Christopher Hutchinson</dc:creator><guid isPermaLink="false">http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/11/10/homebuyer-tax-credit-overview-information-eligibility-income-caps-date-restrictions-etc.aspx</guid></item><item><title>Featured Property: Desirable Morley Field Spanish Home</title><description>AVAILABLE FOR: $599,900 - $649,000 Beautiful, elegant, charming are just a few words to describe this Spanish home located 1.5 blocks to Bird Park in Morley Field. Features include an open floor plan, original oak &amp;amp; maple floors, large windows, gas ...</description><link>http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/11/10/featured-property-desirable-morley-field-spanish-home.aspx</link><dc:date xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">2009-11-10T11:18:00-06:00</dc:date><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Christopher Hutchinson</dc:creator><guid isPermaLink="false">http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/11/10/featured-property-desirable-morley-field-spanish-home.aspx</guid></item><item><title>Popular $8,000 First-Time Homebuyer Tax Credit Extended – Move Up Tax Credit Added…</title><description>The United States Senate has passed legislation to extend the $8,000 first-time homebuyer tax credit through April 30, 2010. The first-time homebuyer tax credit program was set to expire November 30, 2009. The Senate also approved legislation to expand ...</description><link>http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/11/5/popular-8-000-first-time-homebuyer-tax-credit-extended-move-up-tax-credit-added.aspx</link><dc:date xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">2009-11-05T15:49:00-06:00</dc:date><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Christopher Hutchinson</dc:creator><guid isPermaLink="false">http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/11/5/popular-8-000-first-time-homebuyer-tax-credit-extended-move-up-tax-credit-added.aspx</guid></item><item><title>Home tax credit almost certain to be extended and expanded in US</title><description>First time home buyers in San Diego get $8,000, others up to $6,500 US Senators yesterday voted yesterday to approve bill HR 3548 which was primarily intended to extend unemployment benefits. However, as with most bills, a variety of other legislation ...</description><link>http://www.flockdreamhomes.com/blogs/flockdreamhomes/archive/2009/11/5/home-tax-credit-almost-certain-to-be-extended-and-expanded.aspx</link><dc:date xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">2009-11-05T12:48:00-06:00</dc:date><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Brian Flock</dc:creator><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.flockdreamhomes.com/blogs/flockdreamhomes/archive/2009/11/5/home-tax-credit-almost-certain-to-be-extended-and-expanded.aspx</guid><category>San Diego Homes</category><category>San Diego Real Estate</category><category>Home Tax Credit</category></item><item><title>Featured Property: Exceptional Spanish In Desirable Morley Field!</title><description>AVAILABLE FOR: $695,000 to $749,000 This wonderful Morley Field Spanish Home is perched on a corner lot with a delight and welcoming courtyard / patio. First time on the market in 34 years but lovely cared for. Formal entry, plus coved ceiling, bookshelves, ...</description><link>http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/11/3/featured-property-exceptional-spanish-in-desirable-morley-field.aspx</link><dc:date xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">2009-11-03T13:34:00-06:00</dc:date><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Christopher Hutchinson</dc:creator><guid isPermaLink="false">http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/11/3/featured-property-exceptional-spanish-in-desirable-morley-field.aspx</guid></item><item><title>Senate Plans to Extend and Expand Popular First Time Homebuyer Tax Credit</title><description>The Senate has reached a compromise on extending and expanding the $8,000 tax credit for first-time home buyers, a boost the housing industry believes will help it pull out of its two-year-old downturn. While its passage remains uncertain, the agreement ...</description><link>http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/10/30/senate-plans-to-extend-and-expand-popular-first-time-homebuyer-tax-credit.aspx</link><dc:date xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">2009-10-30T19:15:00-06:00</dc:date><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Christopher Hutchinson</dc:creator><guid isPermaLink="false">http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/10/30/senate-plans-to-extend-and-expand-popular-first-time-homebuyer-tax-credit.aspx</guid></item><item><title>Tuesday’s Featured Pet: NOLLIE - Adopt Or Foster A Pet &amp;amp; Save A Life!</title><description>Animal shelters across the nation are exploding with thousands of pets who need a loving home! These pets come to the animal shelter as victims of: - Foreclosure: M any abandon their pets at the property to provide for themselves - Irresponsible owners ...</description><link>http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/10/27/tuesday-s-featured-pet-nollie-adopt-or-foster-a-pet-save-a-life.aspx</link><dc:date xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">2009-10-27T15:07:00-06:00</dc:date><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Christopher Hutchinson</dc:creator><guid isPermaLink="false">http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/10/27/tuesday-s-featured-pet-nollie-adopt-or-foster-a-pet-save-a-life.aspx</guid></item><item><title>Home Resales Nationwide Up Nearly 24 Percent From January 2009…</title><description>Racing to complete their purchases before a tax credit for first-time owners expires, homebuyers pushed sales up last month by the largest amount in more than 26 years. After jumping 9.4 percent in September, home resales are up nearly 24 percent from ...</description><link>http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/10/24/home-resales-nationwide-up-nearly-24-percent-from-january-2009.aspx</link><dc:date xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">2009-10-24T16:17:00-06:00</dc:date><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Christopher Hutchinson</dc:creator><guid isPermaLink="false">http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/10/24/home-resales-nationwide-up-nearly-24-percent-from-january-2009.aspx</guid></item><item><title>San Diego County Continues To Experience Strong Sales For September 2009...</title><description>In September 2009, San Diego County saw strong sales for single family attached &amp;amp; detached houses and strong price appreciation for single family detached homes. A mad rush to get the $8,000 first time homebuyer tax credit, which expires November 30th ...</description><link>http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/10/19/san-diego-county-continues-to-experience-strong-sales-for-september-2009.aspx</link><dc:date xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">2009-10-19T19:09:00-06:00</dc:date><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Christopher Hutchinson</dc:creator><guid isPermaLink="false">http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/10/19/san-diego-county-continues-to-experience-strong-sales-for-september-2009.aspx</guid></item><item><title>Featured Pet: RUSTY - Adopt Or Foster A Pet &amp;amp; Save A Life!</title><description>As a REALTOR and Pet Lover, I care about my community and everything that affects it. The displacement of pets because of foreclosure is a major crisis that is resulting in thousands of animals losing their home every day. As a result, animal shelters ...</description><link>http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/10/19/featured-pet-rusty-adopt-or-foster-a-pet-save-a-life.aspx</link><dc:date xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">2009-10-19T16:29:00-06:00</dc:date><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Christopher Hutchinson</dc:creator><guid isPermaLink="false">http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/10/19/featured-pet-rusty-adopt-or-foster-a-pet-save-a-life.aspx</guid></item><item><title>Market Matters Oct 15, 09</title><description>Click the link below for Real Estate Information and news. http://takeaction.realtoractioncenter.com/ct/F7LFn-71lL1y/</description><link>http://www.realtybyhale.com/blogs/debbie_hale/archive/2009/10/16/market-matters-oct-15-09.aspx</link><dc:date xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">2009-10-16T09:35:00-06:00</dc:date><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Debbie Hale</dc:creator><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.realtybyhale.com/blogs/debbie_hale/archive/2009/10/16/market-matters-oct-15-09.aspx</guid></item><item><title>Prices Hold Steady Home-Sales Increase For The 6 County Southern California Region…</title><description>Southern California home sales rose unexpectedly last month as price declines continue to moderate according to a report released by MDA DataQuick on Tuesday. There were 21,539 sales in the six-county region, including San Diego, up slightly from August&amp;#39;s ...</description><link>http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/10/14/prices-hold-steady-home-sales-increase-for-the-6-county-southern-california-region.aspx</link><dc:date xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">2009-10-14T11:32:00-06:00</dc:date><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Christopher Hutchinson</dc:creator><guid isPermaLink="false">http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/10/14/prices-hold-steady-home-sales-increase-for-the-6-county-southern-california-region.aspx</guid></item><item><title>Historically Low Interest Rates Continue To Drive Increase In Mortgage Applications…</title><description>Mortgage applications continue to surge as interest rates on home loans remain low. Mortgage application volume rose 16.4% last week versus the previous week. Applications continued to surge as rates 30-year fixed rate mortgages remained below 5% for the ...</description><link>http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/10/7/historically-low-interest-rates-continue-to-drive-increase-in-mortgage-applications.aspx</link><dc:date xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">2009-10-07T16:30:00-06:00</dc:date><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Christopher Hutchinson</dc:creator><guid isPermaLink="false">http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/10/7/historically-low-interest-rates-continue-to-drive-increase-in-mortgage-applications.aspx</guid></item><item><title>How Do Credit Inquiries Like Shopping For A Home Loan Affect My Credit Score?</title><description>Credit inquiries are requests by a &amp;quot;legitimate business&amp;quot; to check your credit. As far as your FICO&amp;reg; score is concerned, credit inquiries are classified as either &amp;quot;hard inquiries&amp;quot; or &amp;quot;soft inquiries&amp;quot;. Only hard inquiries ...</description><link>http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/10/6/how-do-credit-inquiries-like-shopping-for-a-home-loan-affect-my-credit-score.aspx</link><dc:date xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">2009-10-06T16:43:00-06:00</dc:date><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Christopher Hutchinson</dc:creator><guid isPermaLink="false">http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/10/6/how-do-credit-inquiries-like-shopping-for-a-home-loan-affect-my-credit-score.aspx</guid></item><item><title>Sales Prices Continue To Climb But Low Inventory Drags August Sales Down For San Diego County…</title><description>In August 2009, San Diego County continued to see strong price appreciation both for single family detached (houses) &amp;amp; attached (condos/townhomes) bouncing back from records lows from the start of 2009. Many buyers&amp;rsquo; have gotten off of the sidelines ...</description><link>http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/10/1/sales-prices-continue-climb-but-low-inventory-drags-august-sales-down-for-san-diego-county.aspx</link><dc:date xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">2009-10-01T17:02:00-06:00</dc:date><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Christopher Hutchinson</dc:creator><guid isPermaLink="false">http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/10/1/sales-prices-continue-climb-but-low-inventory-drags-august-sales-down-for-san-diego-county.aspx</guid></item><item><title>Elegant North Park Home Just Blocks From Morley Field!</title><description>AVAILABLE FOR: $599,900 - $649,000 Beautiful, elegant, charming are just a few words to describe this Spanish home located 1.5 blocks to Bird Park in Morley Field. Features include an open floor plan, original oak &amp;amp; maple floors, large windows, gas ...</description><link>http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/9/30/elegant-north-park-home-just-blocks-from-morley-field.aspx</link><dc:date xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">2009-09-30T00:11:00-06:00</dc:date><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Christopher Hutchinson</dc:creator><guid isPermaLink="false">http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/9/30/elegant-north-park-home-just-blocks-from-morley-field.aspx</guid></item><item><title>Tuesday's Featured Pet: Julian - Adopt A Pet &amp;amp; Save A Life!</title><description>As a REALTOR and Pet Lover, I care about my community and everything that affects it. The displacement of pets because of foreclosure is a major crisis that is resulting in thousands of animals losing their home every day. As a result, animal shelters ...</description><link>http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/9/29/tuesday-s-featured-pet-adopt-a-pet-save-a-life.aspx</link><dc:date xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">2009-09-29T12:05:00-06:00</dc:date><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Christopher Hutchinson</dc:creator><guid isPermaLink="false">http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/9/29/tuesday-s-featured-pet-adopt-a-pet-save-a-life.aspx</guid></item><item><title>Remember To Notify The County When Paying Off Your Mortgage… </title><description>Homeowners who pay off their mortgage loan should notify county officials where the property is located and file proof that the debt is paid. Otherwise, when they go to sell the property, the title company won&amp;rsquo;t be able to prove clear title and any ...</description><link>http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/9/28/remember-to-notify-the-county-when-paying-off-your-mortgage.aspx</link><dc:date xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">2009-09-28T14:03:00-06:00</dc:date><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Christopher Hutchinson</dc:creator><guid isPermaLink="false">http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/9/28/remember-to-notify-the-county-when-paying-off-your-mortgage.aspx</guid></item><item><title>Five myths about the US Government’s home loan modification “bailout”</title><description>Very few home owners in San Diego have access to the program by Brian Flock There are a number of myths in the market about US government programs intended to address the traumatic economic situation in housing market, including our local market in San ...</description><link>http://www.flockdreamhomes.com/blogs/flockdreamhomes/archive/2009/9/26/five-myths-about-the-us-government-s-home-loan-modification-bailout.aspx</link><dc:date xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">2009-09-26T17:31:00-06:00</dc:date><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Brian Flock</dc:creator><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.flockdreamhomes.com/blogs/flockdreamhomes/archive/2009/9/26/five-myths-about-the-us-government-s-home-loan-modification-bailout.aspx</guid><category>San Diego Homes</category><category>Foreclosures</category><category>Short Sales</category><category>San Diego short sales</category><category>San Diego foreclosures</category><category>Making Home Affordable</category></item><item><title>Tuesday’s Featured Pet: MISTY - Adopt Or Foster A Pet &amp;amp; Save A Life!</title><description>As a REALTOR and Pet Lover, I care about my community and everything that affects it. The displacement of pets because of foreclosure is a major crisis that is resulting in thousands of animals losing their home every day. As a result, animal shelters ...</description><link>http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/9/22/tuesday-s-featured-pet-misty-adopt-or-foster-a-pet-save-a-life.aspx</link><dc:date xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">2009-09-22T16:41:00-06:00</dc:date><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Christopher Hutchinson</dc:creator><guid isPermaLink="false">http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/9/22/tuesday-s-featured-pet-misty-adopt-or-foster-a-pet-save-a-life.aspx</guid></item><item><title>The Median Home Price For San Diego County Continues To Rise…</title><description>According to a report released by MDA DataQuick, San Diego County&amp;rsquo;s median home price rose in August for the fifth straight month. The median price stood at $325,000, up $5,000 from July and $45,000 higher than the most recent low of $280,000 set ...</description><link>http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/9/14/the-median-home-price-for-san-diego-county-continues-to-rise.aspx</link><dc:date xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">2009-09-14T16:23:00-06:00</dc:date><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Christopher Hutchinson</dc:creator><guid isPermaLink="false">http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/9/14/the-median-home-price-for-san-diego-county-continues-to-rise.aspx</guid></item><item><title>San Diego distressed home buying requires special knowledge and patience</title><description>by Brian Flock If it&amp;rsquo;s not common knowledge already, I&amp;rsquo;ll announce it now: short sales and foreclosure home purchases in San Diego County require a special tact and patience in order to purchase successfully. Full stop. This truism applies ...</description><link>http://www.flockdreamhomes.com/blogs/flockdreamhomes/archive/2009/9/13/san-diego-distressed-home-buying-requires-special-knowledge-and-patience.aspx</link><dc:date xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">2009-09-13T13:14:00-06:00</dc:date><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Brian Flock</dc:creator><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.flockdreamhomes.com/blogs/flockdreamhomes/archive/2009/9/13/san-diego-distressed-home-buying-requires-special-knowledge-and-patience.aspx</guid><category>San Diego Homes</category><category>Foreclosure alternatives</category><category>San Diego short sales</category><category>Shadow inventory</category><category>San Diego foreclosures</category></item><item><title>Mortgage Rates Fall For The Week Ending Friday, September 11th…</title><description>Mortgage rates declined last week, triggering a dramatic jump in mortgage applications. The Mortgage Bankers Association reported that its weekly index of mortgage application volume rose 17 percent on a seasonally adjusted basis compared to the previous ...</description><link>http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/9/11/mortgage-rates-fall-for-the-week-ending-friday-september-11th.aspx</link><dc:date xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">2009-09-11T15:12:00-06:00</dc:date><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Christopher Hutchinson</dc:creator><guid isPermaLink="false">http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/9/11/mortgage-rates-fall-for-the-week-ending-friday-september-11th.aspx</guid></item><item><title>Tuesday’s Featured Pet: Lola - Adopt Or Foster A Pet &amp;amp; Save A Life!</title><description>As a REALTOR and Pet Lover, I care about my community and everything that affects it. The displacement of pets because of foreclosure is a major crisis that is resulting in thousands of animals losing their home every day. As a result, animal shelters ...</description><link>http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/9/8/tuesday-s-featured-pet-lola-adopt-or-foster-a-pet-save-a-life.aspx</link><dc:date xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">2009-09-08T14:07:00-06:00</dc:date><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Christopher Hutchinson</dc:creator><guid isPermaLink="false">http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/9/8/tuesday-s-featured-pet-lola-adopt-or-foster-a-pet-save-a-life.aspx</guid></item><item><title>Market Matters 9/3/09</title><description>http://www.car.org/media/pdf/Beyondtheheadlines_090309.pdf</description><link>http://www.realtybyhale.com/blogs/debbie_hale/archive/2009/9/4/market-matters-9-3-09.aspx</link><dc:date xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">2009-09-04T18:02:00-06:00</dc:date><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Debbie Hale</dc:creator><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.realtybyhale.com/blogs/debbie_hale/archive/2009/9/4/market-matters-9-3-09.aspx</guid></item><item><title>Veterans Administration (VA) home loans honor San Diego's military tradition</title><description>Yet many veterans and home sellers are unaware of the benefits of VA real estate loans by Brian Flock Military bases in San Diego include the largest concentration of naval facilities in the world; Marine Corps bases such as Camp Pendleton that encompass ...</description><link>http://www.flockdreamhomes.com/blogs/flockdreamhomes/archive/2009/9/3/veterans-administration-va-home-loans-honor-san-diego-s-military-tradition.aspx</link><dc:date xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">2009-09-03T21:18:00-06:00</dc:date><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Brian Flock</dc:creator><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.flockdreamhomes.com/blogs/flockdreamhomes/archive/2009/9/3/veterans-administration-va-home-loans-honor-san-diego-s-military-tradition.aspx</guid><category>San Diego Homes</category><category>San Diego Real Estate</category><category>Mortgages</category><category>VA loans</category></item><item><title>Pending Home Sales Hit 6th Straight Increase…</title><description>More Americans signed sales contracts to buy homes in July than in June, marking the longest streak of monthly increases on record. The pending home sales index from the National Association of Realtors rose 3.2% in July after rising by 3.6% in June. That&amp;#39;s ...</description><link>http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/9/3/pending-home-sales-hit-6th-straight-increase.aspx</link><dc:date xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">2009-09-03T19:27:00-06:00</dc:date><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Christopher Hutchinson</dc:creator><guid isPermaLink="false">http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/9/3/pending-home-sales-hit-6th-straight-increase.aspx</guid></item><item><title>Tuesday's Pet: POLKA DOT Adopt / Foster A Pet &amp;amp; Save A Life! </title><description>As a REALTOR and Pet Lover, I care about my community and everything that affects it. The displacement of pets because of foreclosure is a major crisis that is resulting in thousands of animals losing their home every day. As a result, animal shelters ...</description><link>http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/9/1/tuesday-s-pets-polka-dot-adopt-foster-a-pet-save-a-life.aspx</link><dc:date xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">2009-09-01T18:36:00-06:00</dc:date><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Christopher Hutchinson</dc:creator><guid isPermaLink="false">http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/9/1/tuesday-s-pets-polka-dot-adopt-foster-a-pet-save-a-life.aspx</guid></item><item><title>NEW LISTING! Remodeled 2 Bedroom / 2 Bath University Heights Condo...</title><description>PROPERTY DETAILS: - Remodeled 2 Bedroom / 2 Bath Condo with Nice Open Floor Plan - 2nd Story Unit with Soaring Vaulted Ceilings, Tons of Natural Light &amp;amp; Tree House Feel - Large One Car Attached Garage with Additional Parking Space In Front - Freshly ...</description><link>http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/8/26/new-listing-remodeled-2-bedroom-2-bath-university-heights-condo.aspx</link><dc:date xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">2009-08-26T18:49:00-06:00</dc:date><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Christopher Hutchinson</dc:creator><guid isPermaLink="false">http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/8/26/new-listing-remodeled-2-bedroom-2-bath-university-heights-condo.aspx</guid></item><item><title>First-Time Buyer Tax Credit Ends Nov 30th - Extension Possible...</title><description>Bills to extend the maximum $8,000 tax credit for first-time home buyers, which expire November 30, 2009, are pending in both the U.S. House and the Senate. Senator Chris Dodd, a Connecticut Democrat and chairman of the Senate Banking, Housing, and Urban ...</description><link>http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/8/24/first-time-buyer-tax-credit-ends-nov-30th-extension-possible.aspx</link><dc:date xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">2009-08-24T17:41:00-06:00</dc:date><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Christopher Hutchinson</dc:creator><guid isPermaLink="false">http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/8/24/first-time-buyer-tax-credit-ends-nov-30th-extension-possible.aspx</guid></item><item><title>Strong Sales Numbers Continue &amp;amp; Emerging Sellers Market Prevails For July 2009 Home Sales In San Diego County…</title><description>Total Number of Sales Closed in July 2009 &amp;Oslash; July 2009 had 2,956 closed sales or 98 closings per day &amp;Oslash; June 2009 had 2,691 closed sales or 90 closings per day July 2009 sales are up ▲ in comparison to June 2009 sales Detached Properties/Single ...</description><link>http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/8/19/strong-sales-numbers-continue-emerging-sellers-market-prevails-for-july-2009-home-sales-in-san-diego-county.aspx</link><dc:date xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">2009-08-19T13:38:00-06:00</dc:date><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Christopher Hutchinson</dc:creator><guid isPermaLink="false">http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/8/19/strong-sales-numbers-continue-emerging-sellers-market-prevails-for-july-2009-home-sales-in-san-diego-county.aspx</guid></item><item><title>Tuesday's Pets: HENRY &amp;amp; HONEY Adopt / Foster A Pet &amp;amp; Save A Life!</title><description>As a REALTOR and Pet Lover, I care about my community and everything that effects it. The displacement of pets because of foreclosure is a major crisis that is resulting in thousands of animals loosing their home every day. As a result, a nimal shelters ...</description><link>http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/8/18/adopt-foster-a-pet-save-a-life-featured-pets-henry-honey.aspx</link><dc:date xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">2009-08-18T12:59:00-06:00</dc:date><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Christopher Hutchinson</dc:creator><guid isPermaLink="false">http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/8/18/adopt-foster-a-pet-save-a-life-featured-pets-henry-honey.aspx</guid></item><item><title>Polish the “5 C’s of credit” before you buy a home</title><description>by Brian Flock Market conditions require better preparation before making an offer Buying a home in San Diego is more complex than ever. Yet responsibility for navigating the lending process remains squarely on the shoulders of the borrower . The lending ...</description><link>http://www.flockdreamhomes.com/blogs/flockdreamhomes/archive/2009/8/12/polish-the-5-c-s-of-credit-before-you-buy-a-home.aspx</link><dc:date xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">2009-08-12T17:49:00-06:00</dc:date><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Brian Flock</dc:creator><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.flockdreamhomes.com/blogs/flockdreamhomes/archive/2009/8/12/polish-the-5-c-s-of-credit-before-you-buy-a-home.aspx</guid><category>Buyer Information</category><category>Brian Flock</category><category>San Diego Real Estate</category><category>Mortgages</category><category>Credit score</category></item><item><title>San Diego Detached Home Prices Up Fourth Month Straight…</title><description>According to the San Diego Association of Realtors, sales and the median price of single-family detached homes sold in San Diego County were up for the fourth month in a row in July. There was a 3.3 percent increase to 1,876 single-family detached homes ...</description><link>http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/8/11/san-diego-detached-home-prices-up-fourth-month-straight.aspx</link><dc:date xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">2009-08-11T16:25:00-06:00</dc:date><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Christopher Hutchinson</dc:creator><guid isPermaLink="false">http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/8/11/san-diego-detached-home-prices-up-fourth-month-straight.aspx</guid></item><item><title>Pending Home Sales Nationally Continue to Climb… </title><description>According to the National Association of Realtors, Pending home sales are up for the fifth consecutive month, the first time in six years for such a streak. The Pending Home Sales Index, a forward-looking indicator based on contracts signed in June, rose ...</description><link>http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/8/9/pending-home-sales-nationally-continue-to-climb.aspx</link><dc:date xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">2009-08-09T13:58:00-06:00</dc:date><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Christopher Hutchinson</dc:creator><guid isPermaLink="false">http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/8/9/pending-home-sales-nationally-continue-to-climb.aspx</guid></item><item><title>New Construction Ocean Beach Home With Stunning Ocean Views...</title><description>AVAILABLE FOR: $987,000 Stunning New Construction in South Ocean Beach!! Enjoy the peace of mind that comes with owning a brand new home that was built to the latest building codes and safety standards. This home is less that 2 blocks to Sunset Cliffs ...</description><link>http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/8/5/new-construction-point-loma-home-with-ocean-views.aspx</link><dc:date xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">2009-08-05T22:50:00-06:00</dc:date><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Christopher Hutchinson</dc:creator><guid isPermaLink="false">http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/8/5/new-construction-point-loma-home-with-ocean-views.aspx</guid></item><item><title>The hidden curse of FHA loans in San Diego’s topsy-turvy housing market</title><description>Plus tips to make your FHA offer stand out by Brian Flock The US government stimulus programs were in part designed to increase home ownership and to decrease home foreclosures. In support of this, Federal Housing Association (FHA) loan limits have nearly ...</description><link>http://www.flockdreamhomes.com/blogs/flockdreamhomes/archive/2009/8/4/the-hidden-curse-of-fha-loans-in-san-diego-s-topsy-turvy-housing-market.aspx</link><dc:date xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">2009-08-04T15:09:00-06:00</dc:date><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Brian Flock</dc:creator><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.flockdreamhomes.com/blogs/flockdreamhomes/archive/2009/8/4/the-hidden-curse-of-fha-loans-in-san-diego-s-topsy-turvy-housing-market.aspx</guid><category>San Diego Homes</category><category>San Diego Real Estate</category><category>Mortgages</category><category>FHA</category></item><item><title>New Listing! Completely Remodeled 2br/2ba Normal Heights Starter Home...</title><description>AVAILABLE FOR: $339,500 Completely Remodeled Craftsman Bungalow On A Spacious Corner Lot. New Features Include: - Stucco Exterior - Dual Pane / Low E Windows - Bamboo Hardwood Floors - Recessed Lighting On Dimmers - Dark Maple Cabinets - Under Cabinet ...</description><link>http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/8/3/new-listing-completely-remodeled-normal-heights-starter-home.aspx</link><dc:date xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">2009-08-03T13:59:00-06:00</dc:date><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Christopher Hutchinson</dc:creator><guid isPermaLink="false">http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/8/3/new-listing-completely-remodeled-normal-heights-starter-home.aspx</guid></item><item><title>Market Matters 7-30-09</title><description>Real Estate news, click the link. http://www.car.org/media/pdf/Beyondtheheadlines_073009.pdf</description><link>http://www.realtybyhale.com/blogs/debbie_hale/archive/2009/8/3/market-matters-7-30-09.aspx</link><dc:date xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">2009-08-03T09:47:00-06:00</dc:date><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Debbie Hale</dc:creator><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.realtybyhale.com/blogs/debbie_hale/archive/2009/8/3/market-matters-7-30-09.aspx</guid></item><item><title>Mortgage Rates Hold Steady for the Week Ending July 31st…</title><description>Home mortgage rates remained nearly unchanged from last week as investors weigh better-than-expected corporate earnings against the record volume of debt the government is selling. The average 30-year fixed mortgage edged up to 5.56% from 5.55% the week ...</description><link>http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/7/30/mortgage-rates-hold-steady-for-the-week-ending-july-31st.aspx</link><dc:date xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">2009-07-30T11:23:00-06:00</dc:date><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Christopher Hutchinson</dc:creator><guid isPermaLink="false">http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/7/30/mortgage-rates-hold-steady-for-the-week-ending-july-31st.aspx</guid></item><item><title>Detailed housing sales trends for EVERY city in San Diego County</title><description>By Brian Flock The state of housing in each area of San Diego County As a service to Examiner.com readers, the following price trends are provided for every city in San Diego County (and in alphabetical order). Would you like more details on a specific ...</description><link>http://www.flockdreamhomes.com/blogs/flockdreamhomes/archive/2009/7/28/current-home-market-trends-for-every-city-in-san-diego-county-exclusive.aspx</link><dc:date xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">2009-07-28T13:07:00-06:00</dc:date><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Brian Flock</dc:creator><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.flockdreamhomes.com/blogs/flockdreamhomes/archive/2009/7/28/current-home-market-trends-for-every-city-in-san-diego-county-exclusive.aspx</guid><category>Market Conditions</category><category>San Diego Homes</category><category>San Diego Real Estate</category></item><item><title>Sales of Newly Constructed Homes Spike 11%…</title><description>Sales of newly constructed single family homes spiked 11% in June to an annualized rate of 384,000 homes. The gain over May was much greater than expected and housing industry analysts had only forecasted seasonally adjusted sales of 352,000. Builders ...</description><link>http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/7/27/sales-of-newly-constructed-homes-spike-11.aspx</link><dc:date xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">2009-07-27T13:50:00-06:00</dc:date><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Christopher Hutchinson</dc:creator><guid isPermaLink="false">http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/7/27/sales-of-newly-constructed-homes-spike-11.aspx</guid></item><item><title>U.S. Existing Home Sales Up 3.6% in June...</title><description>The National Association of Realtors reports that sales of previously occupied homes rose for the third month in a row in June, which hasn&amp;#39;t happened since early 2004, during the housing boom years. The Dow Jones industrial average reacted to the positive ...</description><link>http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/7/23/u-s-existing-home-sales-up-3-6-in-june.aspx</link><dc:date xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">2009-07-23T14:21:00-06:00</dc:date><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Christopher Hutchinson</dc:creator><guid isPermaLink="false">http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/7/23/u-s-existing-home-sales-up-3-6-in-june.aspx</guid></item><item><title>High Limits Extended For Federal Loans… </title><description>The House Appropriations Committee approved an extension of the $729,750 loan limits for Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, and Federal Housing Administration financing in high-cost areas through September 2010. Without this extension, the loan limits revert at ...</description><link>http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/7/21/high-limits-extended-for-federal-loans.aspx</link><dc:date xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">2009-07-21T14:17:00-06:00</dc:date><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Christopher Hutchinson</dc:creator><guid isPermaLink="false">http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/7/21/high-limits-extended-for-federal-loans.aspx</guid></item><item><title>Realize the American dream by purchasing the worst house on the block</title><description>By Brian Flock (Examiner.com) Distressed properties receive a &amp;ldquo;blight bailout&amp;rdquo; from Government-backed &amp;ldquo;renovation loans&amp;rdquo; Most first-time home buyers in San Diego have been looking for the perfect starter house. Yet in a market full ...</description><link>http://www.flockdreamhomes.com/blogs/flockdreamhomes/archive/2009/7/20/san-diego-home-buyers-realize-the-american-dream-by-purchasing-the-ugly-duckling-of-the-block.aspx</link><dc:date xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">2009-07-20T16:14:00-06:00</dc:date><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Brian Flock</dc:creator><guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.flockdreamhomes.com/blogs/flockdreamhomes/archive/2009/7/20/san-diego-home-buyers-realize-the-american-dream-by-purchasing-the-ugly-duckling-of-the-block.aspx</guid><category>San Diego Homes</category><category>Foreclosures</category><category>Short Sales</category><category>FHA 203(k)</category></item><item><title>Home Lending Rates Falling Again For the Week Ending July 17th, 2009…</title><description>Rates on 30-year fixed mortgages fell to 5.14 percent, down from 5.20 percent a week before and 6.26 percent a year earlier, according to Freddie Mac. Interest on fixed home loans has fallen in four of the past five weeks. Rate activity during that time ...</description><link>http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/7/17/home-lending-rates-falling-again-for-the-week-ending-july-17th-2009.aspx</link><dc:date xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">2009-07-17T14:23:00-06:00</dc:date><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Christopher Hutchinson</dc:creator><guid isPermaLink="false">http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/7/17/home-lending-rates-falling-again-for-the-week-ending-july-17th-2009.aspx</guid></item><item><title>San Diego County’s Median Home Price Rises For 3rd Straight Month…</title><description>San Diego County&amp;#39;s median home price rose for the third consecutive month in June, hitting $314,250, the highest figure since October, raising hopes that the ailing housing market finally may be on the mend. Market fears delayed purchases during the ...</description><link>http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/7/15/san-diego-county-s-median-home-price-rises-for-3rd-straight-month.aspx</link><dc:date xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">2009-07-15T15:01:00-06:00</dc:date><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Christopher Hutchinson</dc:creator><guid isPermaLink="false">http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/7/15/san-diego-county-s-median-home-price-rises-for-3rd-straight-month.aspx</guid></item><item><title>Jumbo Loans Getting Easier to Find…</title><description>It&amp;rsquo;s still difficult for buyers to get jumbo mortgages, but it appears to be easier than it was six months ago. Bank of America, Wells Fargo, and JPMorgan Chase &amp;amp; Co. are cutting rates somewhat, buying jumbo loans made by other lenders and purchasing ...</description><link>http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/7/12/jumbo-loans-getting-easier-to-find.aspx</link><dc:date xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">2009-07-12T10:41:00-06:00</dc:date><dc:creator xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/">Christopher Hutchinson</dc:creator><guid isPermaLink="false">http://christopherhutchinson.point2agent.com/blogs/christopher_hutchinson/archive/2009/7/12/jumbo-loans-getting-easier-to-find.aspx</guid></item></channel></rss>