240Lowell Blogshttp://homes.point2.com/Blog/US/Massachusetts/Middlesex-County/Lowell.aspxhttp://homes.point2.com/Images/Icons/807AAA359696B2CCC21BE5A099399412.jpghttp://homes.point2.com/2009-12-07T15:37:00-06:00Tewksbury Massachusetts is a great place to buy a condominium. Tewksbury has a number of condominium projects that are well run and range in price from the high $100k to the mid $400k. There are several great condo complexes that were built in the 1980's ...http://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/12/7/tewksbury-massachusetts-a-great-place-to-buy-a-condominium.aspx2009-12-07T15:37:00-06:00Kevin Vitalihttp://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/12/7/tewksbury-massachusetts-a-great-place-to-buy-a-condominium.aspxTewksburyCondosTownhousescondominiumsI started a new blog called Massachusetts For Sale By Owner. It is a blog to be used for home owner's who would like to sell their home on their own. The For Sale by Owner and the Short Sale Friday, December 04, 2009 2:28 PM If you think you owe more ...http://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/12/4/announcing-massachusetts-for-sale-by-owner.aspx2009-12-04T13:51:00-06:00Kevin Vitalihttp://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/12/4/announcing-massachusetts-for-sale-by-owner.aspxMassachusettsfsbofor sale by ownerShort Sales can be a frustrating process. Here are a few Short Sale Don'ts: Do not use exact figures when preparing your financial statements. Round up to the nearest whole number. It is easier for everyone to read. Do not file bankruptcy or hire credit ...http://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/11/30/short-sale-dont-s.aspx2009-11-30T14:50:00-06:00Kevin Vitalihttp://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/11/30/short-sale-dont-s.aspxShort SalesThere is a lot of news media how bank owned properties (also called Foreclosed, REO) are on the rise. Many buyers are out sorting through these foreclosed home to find the deal of the century. Is a foreclosed home really a deal? Maybe is the true answer. ...http://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/11/24/home-buyers-and-the-foreclosed-home-deal-or-no-deal.aspx2009-11-24T11:55:00-06:00Kevin Vitalihttp://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/11/24/home-buyers-and-the-foreclosed-home-deal-or-no-deal.aspxforeclosuresBuyershome buyersFor the buyers sitting on the sidelines wondering if the time is ripe to buy or not.... I think the answer is get off the fence and buy!! House prices may still be dipping but in many parts of the country they are starting to stabilize. Pending homes sales ...http://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/11/16/buyers-pending-sales-up-homes-prices-starting-to-stabilize.aspx2009-11-16T10:43:00-06:00Kevin Vitalihttp://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/11/16/buyers-pending-sales-up-homes-prices-starting-to-stabilize.aspxBuyer InformationBuyershome buyersFirst Time Home BuyerIn the age of the computer the internet is an overlooked source of marketing by many sellers. It is important for sellers to understand the importance the internet plays in the marketing of a home and to choose an agent that understands internet marketing. ...http://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/11/10/the-internet-a-sellers-secret-marketing-weapon.aspx2009-11-10T11:47:00-06:00Kevin Vitalihttp://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/11/10/the-internet-a-sellers-secret-marketing-weapon.aspxSeller InformationSell Real EstateMarketingSellerThe Senate agreed last Wednesday to extend the First Time Home Buyer Credit, while making provision for homeowners that would like to buy that currently own a home. "The tax credit provides up to $8,000 to first-time homebuyers but is set to expire ...http://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/11/5/senate-votes-to-extend-the-first-time-home-buyer-credit.aspx2009-11-05T14:13:00-06:00Kevin Vitalihttp://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/11/5/senate-votes-to-extend-the-first-time-home-buyer-credit.aspxBuyer InformationBuyershome buyersFirst Time Home BuyerAcross the Unites States termites are reported to cause over $5 billion in property damage. The problem with termites is their activity an go unnoticed until there is a serious problem. Termites can take residence in a property for 5 or 10 years or more ...http://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/11/4/termites-the-hidden-demolition-crew.aspx2009-11-04T10:44:00-06:00Kevin Vitalihttp://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/11/4/termites-the-hidden-demolition-crew.aspxBuyer InformationFirst time homebuyerBuyingBuyershome buyershome inspectionstermites1. The amount of the credit is $8,000 and it is not a loan. Read Morehttp://www.pristinehomesrealty.com/blogs/pristine_homes_realty_donna_bursey__christine_andrade/archive/2009/10/6/8d97b567c19c448093aa5916a1963e92.aspx2009-10-06T15:33:00-06:00Team Pristinehttp://www.pristinehomesrealty.com/blogs/pristine_homes_realty_donna_bursey__christine_andrade/archive/2009/10/6/8d97b567c19c448093aa5916a1963e92.aspxAnnouncementsIt might seem strange but I have about 20% of my sellers ask not to put a for sale sign in front of their house. The for sale sign is critical to the marketing of your home and should not be an item that is overlooked. A for sale sign notifies local traffic ...http://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/8/18/what-is-in-the-for-sale-sign.aspx2009-08-18T13:13:00-06:00Kevin Vitalihttp://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/8/18/what-is-in-the-for-sale-sign.aspxReal EstateSeller InformationSell Real EstateMarketingSellerMarketing PlansellersSouth Hudson, Hudson - 5 Birdie Lane, a 2,058 sq. ft., 3 bath, 4 bdrm 2 story "Colonial". Now - REDUCED to less than Assessed!!!! Sellers are relocating and have found their new home... they are motivated to sell now! Sellers will leave John ...http://www.pristinehomesrealty.com/blogs/pristine_homes_realty_donna_bursey__christine_andrade/archive/2009/8/18/seller-s-bonus-hudson-nh.aspx2009-08-18T11:52:00-06:00Team Pristinehttp://www.pristinehomesrealty.com/blogs/pristine_homes_realty_donna_bursey__christine_andrade/archive/2009/8/18/seller-s-bonus-hudson-nh.aspxNorth Tewksbury, Tewksbury - We invite everyone to visit our open house at 167 Kendall Road on August 16 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM . Property informationhttp://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/8/7/b18d05a936e64f128621d1471081f7fd.aspx2009-08-07T12:39:00-06:00Kevin Vitalihttp://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/8/7/b18d05a936e64f128621d1471081f7fd.aspxReal EstateFor SaleOpen HousesEXIT Realty of New England hosted their two day summer retreat at the Westford Regency in Westford Massachusetts. Hundreds of EXIT Realty agents throughout New England were in attendance. Keynote speakers included founder and CEO of EXIT Realty, Steve ...http://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/8/1/exit-realty-summer-retreat-kudus-to-exit-group-one-own-kevin-vitali.aspx2009-08-01T09:40:00-06:00Kevin Vitalihttp://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/8/1/exit-realty-summer-retreat-kudus-to-exit-group-one-own-kevin-vitali.aspxSeller InformationTewksburySell Real EstateTewksbury Real Estatepublicity89% of all buyers start searching for a home on the internet before ever contacting an agent 92% of all internet home buyers found photographs to be the most useful tool in their home search A home with multiple photographs and Virtual Tours are 80% more ...http://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/7/23/real-estate-photography-can-good-photos-of-your-home-make-a-difference.aspx2009-07-23T09:08:00-06:00Kevin Vitalihttp://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/7/23/real-estate-photography-can-good-photos-of-your-home-make-a-difference.aspxReal EstateSeller InformationPhotographysellersBoston Globe Hundreds of first-time home buyers in Massachusetts will be able to get an advance on an $8,000 federal tax credit, allowing them to apply the money to down payments and closing costs, under a new program unveiled by Governor Deval Patrick ...http://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/7/20/massachusetts-has-plan-for-first-time-home-buyers-to-use-the-8000-tax-credit-for-downpayment.aspx2009-07-20T12:17:00-06:00Kevin Vitalihttp://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/7/20/massachusetts-has-plan-for-first-time-home-buyers-to-use-the-8000-tax-credit-for-downpayment.aspxBuyer InformationTaxBuyersFirst Time Home BuyerBelvidere, Lowell - We invite everyone to visit our open house at A-285 Boylston Street, on July 19 from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM . Property informationhttp://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/7/16/5aa22fcb57fd4a2f841545d4938f32e1.aspx2009-07-16T07:32:00-06:00Kevin Vitalihttp://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/7/16/5aa22fcb57fd4a2f841545d4938f32e1.aspxReal EstateFor SaleOpen Houses"I was recommended to Kevin by a few friends that have worked with him in the past. Kevin walked me through every step of purchasing my first home...His patience and expertise made the process very enjoyable" Amesbury MA, Condominium Purchase ...http://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/6/25/another-satisfied-buyer.aspx2009-06-25T08:46:00-06:00Kevin Vitalihttp://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/6/25/another-satisfied-buyer.aspxReal EstateBuyer InformationMassachusettsBuyersamesburycondominiumsA Deed in Lieu of Foreclosure can be a great alternative to look into before considering a short sale. Basically a Deed in Lieu of Foreclosure is where the owner of the property voluntarily agrees to sign the deed over to the bank. Like a short sale, a ...http://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/6/23/deed-in-lieu-of-foreclosure-vs-a-short-sale.aspx2009-06-23T13:54:00-06:00Kevin Vitalihttp://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/6/23/deed-in-lieu-of-foreclosure-vs-a-short-sale.aspxReal EstateMassachusetts and New HampshireShort SalesforeclosuressellersWith a rich history dedicated to academics, enlightenment, arts and culture, it is easy to see why Massachusetts and the greater Boston area have been attracting so many potential home buyers. The path to purchasing or renting a home is a great time for ...http://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/6/23/boston-homeowner-asbestos-tips-healthy-alternatives.aspx2009-06-23T09:57:00-06:00Kevin Vitalihttp://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/6/23/boston-homeowner-asbestos-tips-healthy-alternatives.aspxBuyer InformationSeller InformationFirst time homebuyerBuyerssellershome buyersBelvidere, Lowell - Just Listed 285 Boylston Street,, a 1,144 sq. ft., 2 bath, 2 bdrm single story. Now MLS® $189,900 - . Property informationhttp://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/6/22/c5996815b47046a59b9a9bc2b0be48df.aspx2009-06-22T12:17:00-06:00Kevin Vitalihttp://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/6/22/c5996815b47046a59b9a9bc2b0be48df.aspxReal EstateFor SaleLowellCondosMassachusettsCondominiumbuyerIf you are thinking of buying a house in the next year this is a good time to pull your credit to see if there are any mistakes. Up to 20% of all negative credit is a mistake. Your credit has a lot to do with the interest rate you will receive and the ...http://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/6/14/free-annual-credit-report.aspx2009-06-14T09:22:00-06:00Kevin Vitalihttp://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/6/14/free-annual-credit-report.aspxBuyer InformationMortgagesCredit ScoreBuyershome buyersRate Lock Advisory - Friday Jun. 12th Friday's bond market has opened in positive territory, continuing yesterday afternoon's rally. The stock markets are showing losses with the Dow down 9 points and the Nasdaq down 20 points. The bond market ...http://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/6/13/rate-lock-advisory-friday-jun-12th.aspx2009-06-13T06:53:00-06:00Kevin Vitalihttp://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/6/13/rate-lock-advisory-friday-jun-12th.aspxMortgagesinterest ratesWanted to pass on this webinar for homebuyers. EXIT's US President Tammy Bonnell will be presenting this FREE Webinar. If you have any doubt about this is a goog time to buy our not, attend this webinar. To Dream the American Dream. The dream is alive ...http://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/6/3/to-dream-the-american-dream-free-home-buying-webinar.aspx2009-06-03T09:48:00-06:00Kevin Vitalihttp://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/6/3/to-dream-the-american-dream-free-home-buying-webinar.aspxReal EstateBuyer InformationMassachusettsNew HampshireBuyershome buyersI recently closed on a For Sale by Owner Home that was on the market in Amesbury Massachusetts. The client was a relo from New Hampshire and did not want to rent and move again when they found a house. So we rolled up our sleeves and went to work..... ...http://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/6/1/another-thumbs-up.aspx2009-06-01T15:28:00-06:00Kevin Vitalihttp://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/6/1/another-thumbs-up.aspxBuyer InformationBuyerstestimonialI recently have had a few people contact me after about doing a short sale on their home. They have tried to modify their loan and they were disappointed with the results. They then stop paying their mortgage thinking they will do a short sale. They feel ...http://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/6/1/short-sales-and-the-hardship.aspx2009-06-01T12:34:00-06:00Kevin Vitalihttp://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/6/1/short-sales-and-the-hardship.aspxMassachusettsNew HampshireShort Salespre-foreclosureforeclosuresIf you no longer are able to make the payments on your house and you have exhausted all possibilities such as loan modifications, deferred payments and such... consider a short sale, do not let the bank take your home through foreclosure. When it comes ...http://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/5/28/when-should-i-consider-a-short-sale.aspx2009-05-28T13:34:00-06:00Kevin Vitalihttp://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/5/28/when-should-i-consider-a-short-sale.aspxReal EstateMassachusettsShort Salespre-foreclosureThere is no mystery in pricing your home for the real estate market, but it is the most critical aspect of selling your home for top dollar. A home that sells in 30-60 days is more likely to be sold for top dollar than a home that has languished on the ...http://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/5/23/pricing-your-home-it-is-all-in-the-numbers.aspx2009-05-23T06:59:00-06:00Kevin Vitalihttp://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/5/23/pricing-your-home-it-is-all-in-the-numbers.aspxReal EstateSeller InformationpricingsellersThe National Association of Realtors announced that first time home buyers being able to use the tax credit directly for a downpayment is in the works and should be annonced shortly. HUD: Homebuyer Tax Credit Loans Still on Track News reports that the ...http://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/5/23/first-time-home-buyer-tax-credit-used-directly-fo-downpayment.aspx2009-05-23T06:53:00-06:00Kevin Vitalihttp://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/5/23/first-time-home-buyer-tax-credit-used-directly-fo-downpayment.aspxReal EstateBuyer InformationFirst time homebuyerBuyingFTHBBuyersIt was just announced that the Tax Credit can now be used as a down payment. I believe it is only available through the FHA so contact your FHA loan specialist for the details. I am not sure of all the details but will keep you posted. Check out this article ...http://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/5/12/great-news-for-first-time-home-buyers.aspx2009-05-12T19:08:00-06:00Kevin Vitalihttp://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/5/12/great-news-for-first-time-home-buyers.aspxIndian Ridge Condominiums is located just of Shawsheen Road in Tewksbury Massachusetts. Indian Ridge was built in the mid 80's and is made up of some garden style condominiums and mostly townhouses. The townhouses feature a one car garage, central ...http://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/5/5/check-out-indian-ridge-condominiums-in-tewksbury-ma-a-great-complex-to-buy-in.aspx2009-05-05T13:14:00-06:00Kevin Vitalihttp://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/5/5/check-out-indian-ridge-condominiums-in-tewksbury-ma-a-great-complex-to-buy-in.aspxReal EstateFor SaleTewksburyCondosBuyersOne of the biggest question/ concerns a short seller has, is "Who will pay your commission in a short sale?" . The answer is very simple. In a successful short sale negotiation the lender will pay the real estate commission. There are also other ...http://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/4/25/who-pays-the-real-estate-commission-in-a-short-sale.aspx2009-04-25T06:47:00-06:00Kevin Vitalihttp://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/4/25/who-pays-the-real-estate-commission-in-a-short-sale.aspxReal EstateSeller InformationMassachusetts and New HampshireNew HampshireShort SalesSee what MSNBC has to say about Moving up in this dismall market "Chris and Lori Kirsten got $20,000 less than they might have in 2007 when they sold their Seattle condo earlier this year, but they purchased this suburban home for $425,000 — ...http://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/4/24/sellers-sometimes-less-is-more.aspx2009-04-24T13:02:00-06:00Kevin Vitalihttp://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/4/24/sellers-sometimes-less-is-more.aspxReal EstateBuyer InformationSeller InformationBuyerssellersThe short sale process combines a documentation process and the listing process. The docementation process is much like a loan in reverse. Your short sale specialist will need the following items: Last mortgage statement 2 years of W'2's Last 2 ...http://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/4/23/what-is-the-short-sale-process.aspx2009-04-23T13:17:00-06:00Kevin Vitalihttp://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/4/23/what-is-the-short-sale-process.aspxReal EstateMassachusettsNew HampshireShort Salespre-foreclosureforeclosuresTewksbury MA Market Statistics for Single Family Homes Q1 2009 As you read the statistical graphs you start to see a flattening of the market. Median home price, DOM and Original list to sold price seem to be leveling out. Has the market turned? Hard to ...http://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/4/23/tewksbury-ma-market-statistics.aspx2009-04-23T09:45:00-06:00Kevin Vitalihttp://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/4/23/tewksbury-ma-market-statistics.aspxReal EstateTewksburyMassachusetts and New HampshireMarketStatisticsHousingI have run across a great list of non-profit organizations that offer free foreclosure help. They will counsel you on your situation and help you decide a course of action for your situation. This is a great place to start out to see what your options ...http://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/4/14/foreclosure-assistance-by-town-in-massachusetts.aspx2009-04-14T07:52:00-06:00Kevin Vitalihttp://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/4/14/foreclosure-assistance-by-town-in-massachusetts.aspxMassachusettsShort Salespre-foreclosureforeclosuresTewksbury Massachusetts is a great place to buy a condominium. Tewksbury offers the condominium owner an easy commute to Boston whether by commuter rail or drive, with easy access to Routes 495, 93 and 95. It has a very affordable inventory of condominiums ...http://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/4/13/asdfasdf.aspx2009-04-13T15:39:00-06:00Kevin Vitalihttp://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/4/13/asdfasdf.aspxTewksburyCondosMassachusettsTownhousesSentiment among real estate practicioners is the market is picking up. I have seen increased buyer activity since the begining of the year and have put quite a few lower end properties under agreement. The market will build itself from the bottom up. As ...http://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/4/11/buyer-activity-on-the-rise-what-does-the-boston-globe-have-to-say.aspx2009-04-11T18:58:00-06:00Kevin Vitalihttp://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/4/11/buyer-activity-on-the-rise-what-does-the-boston-globe-have-to-say.aspxReal EstateMarket ConditionsBuyer InformationFirst time homebuyerMassachusetts and New HampshireFTHBBuyersPricing your home properly for the market place is on of the most is the most important part of marketing your home. Pricing your home properly does several things: House sells in less time. House that sell in the first 45 days tend to create competition ...http://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/4/8/the-art-of-pricing-a-home.aspx2009-04-08T12:19:00-06:00Kevin Vitalihttp://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/4/8/the-art-of-pricing-a-home.aspxSeller InformationSell Real EstateMassachusettsHome Sellingpricinglist a homeJust ran across this information that might be useful to people in danger of foreclosure It is a little last minute to find out about the workshops, but it may be worth the trip. Friday, April 3, 2009 2:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Registration closes at 7:00 pm ...http://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/4/2/foreclosure-prevention-workshops.aspx2009-04-02T07:50:00-06:00Kevin Vitalihttp://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/4/2/foreclosure-prevention-workshops.aspxAnnouncementsLowellMassachusettsShort SalesMAforeclosuresIf your looking at foreclosure, you need to know there are several options to foreclosure. Do not let the bank take your home through foreclosure. Foreclosure should be the last resort. Situations vary from homeowner to homeowner, and there is no one solution. ...http://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/4/1/did-you-get-the-foreclosure-notice-or-know-its-on-its-way.aspx2009-04-01T14:26:00-06:00Kevin Vitalihttp://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/4/1/did-you-get-the-foreclosure-notice-or-know-its-on-its-way.aspxMassachusettsShort Salesloan modificationpre-foreclosureforeclosuresA "short sale" is a real estate transaction, where the lender or lien holders accept less than the amount owed on the balance due to the bank. It can be a more favorable alternative to letting the bank foreclose on your property. Example : Seller ...http://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/3/30/what-is-a-short-sale.aspx2009-03-30T13:46:00-06:00Kevin Vitalihttp://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/3/30/what-is-a-short-sale.aspxReal EstateLowellLawrenceTewksbury CondosShort SalesBillericaDracutI just wanted to take the time and share some positive experiences some of my clients have enjoyed with PODS (portable on demand storage) during there recent moves. Watch this PODS video on how convenient a PODS container can be. Perfect for the do it ...http://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/3/28/on-the-move-with-pods-and-exit.aspx2009-03-28T08:50:00-06:00Kevin Vitalihttp://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/3/28/on-the-move-with-pods-and-exit.aspxMassachusetts and New HampshireStorageMovingDownload the IRS !st Time Homebuyer's Credit form... Read Morehttp://www.pristinehomesrealty.com/blogs/pristine_homes_realty_donna_bursey__christine_andrade/archive/2009/3/26/bc11649e98ae419b9cb17469bbed2223.aspx2009-03-26T11:25:00-06:00Team Pristinehttp://www.pristinehomesrealty.com/blogs/pristine_homes_realty_donna_bursey__christine_andrade/archive/2009/3/26/bc11649e98ae419b9cb17469bbed2223.aspxAnnouncementsKevin Vitali- Merrimack Valley Realtor on Trulia Voices Real Estate Advice & Opinions 51 Answers / 0 Questions is it a good time to buy in camridge/ somervile/ arlington in the summer or wait till the winter months? In general, you can save 1-2% in ...http://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/3/24/recent-questions-answered-on-trulia.aspx2009-03-24T07:10:00-06:00Kevin Vitalihttp://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/3/24/recent-questions-answered-on-trulia.aspxReal EstateQuestionsFebruary 2009 As Modified in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. Major Modifications Italicized Read Morehttp://www.pristinehomesrealty.com/blogs/pristine_homes_realty_donna_bursey__christine_andrade/archive/2009/3/23/70b51fa96bf245e59af12445f741eabf.aspx2009-03-23T12:37:00-06:00Team Pristinehttp://www.pristinehomesrealty.com/blogs/pristine_homes_realty_donna_bursey__christine_andrade/archive/2009/3/23/70b51fa96bf245e59af12445f741eabf.aspxAnnouncementsSouth Tewksbury, Tewksbury - We invite everyone to visit our open house at 71 Armando Way on March 29 from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM . Property informationhttp://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/3/23/fc65856e2d68439d90428ee35b4d4f2b.aspx2009-03-23T06:15:00-06:00Kevin Vitalihttp://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/3/23/fc65856e2d68439d90428ee35b4d4f2b.aspxReal EstateFor SaleOpen HousesIn today's tumultuous banking and real estate environment, lenders are looking at your credit score more than they have in the past. Real Estate prices have dropped significantly, interest rates are low and sellers are tending to give a lot of concessions ...http://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/3/4/credit-score-primer-determining-your-credit-score.aspx2009-03-04T09:43:00-06:00Kevin Vitalihttp://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/3/4/credit-score-primer-determining-your-credit-score.aspxReal EstateTewksburyMortgagesMassachusetts and New HampshireMACredit ScorePresident Obama has signed into the legislation The Reinvestment and Recovery Act . In the recovery plan is provisions for the First-time Homebuyer to receive an $8000 tax credit. Unlike the previous tax credit. this one does not need to be repaid. If ...http://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/3/1/what-you-should-know-about-the-first-time-hombuyer-credit.aspx2009-03-01T11:23:00-06:00Kevin Vitalihttp://www.thehousewiz.com/blogs/tewksburymarealtor/archive/2009/3/1/what-you-should-know-about-the-first-time-hombuyer-credit.aspxReal EstateBuyer InformationFirst time homebuyerMassachusetts and New Hampshiretax creditThose who opt to purchase a home by December of this year will be able to claim a tax credit worth $8000 or up to 10% of the home’s value, whichever is less on their 2008 or 2009 taxes.According to CNNMoney.com’s a big plus is that the credit ...http://www.pristinehomesrealty.com/blogs/pristine_homes_realty_donna_bursey__christine_andrade/archive/2009/2/20/0dd0b744c17045439cb5f5ae2fe20008.aspx2009-02-20T10:37:00-06:00Team Pristinehttp://www.pristinehomesrealty.com/blogs/pristine_homes_realty_donna_bursey__christine_andrade/archive/2009/2/20/0dd0b744c17045439cb5f5ae2fe20008.aspxAnnouncementsCongress Enacts Bigger and Better Home Buyer Tax Credit A tax credit of up to $8,000 is now available for qualified first-time home buyers purchasing a principal residence on or after January 1, 2009 and before December 1, 2009. Unlike the tax credit enacted ...http://www.pristinehomesrealty.com/blogs/pristine_homes_realty_donna_bursey__christine_andrade/archive/2009/2/20/3dec4d81295c49299afc0386ad7caf79.aspx2009-02-20T10:11:00-06:00Team Pristinehttp://www.pristinehomesrealty.com/blogs/pristine_homes_realty_donna_bursey__christine_andrade/archive/2009/2/20/3dec4d81295c49299afc0386ad7caf79.aspxAnnouncements