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Realty Blog By Monica

Realty Blog By Monica

August 29, 2013

Monica Foster

How Property Taxes Can Impact Your Mortgage Payment

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September 4, 2019 - General Information
When buying a home, taxes are one of the expenses that can make a significant difference in your monthly payment. Do you know how much you might pay for property taxes in your state or local area? When applying for [...] Read More
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Monica Foster September 4, 2019

5 Reasons to Sell This Fall

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September 3, 2019 - General Information
Below are 5 compelling reasons listing your home for sale this fall makes sense. 1. Demand Is Strong The latest Buyer Traffic Report from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shows that buyer demand remains strong throughout the vast majority [...] Read More
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Monica Foster September 3, 2019

Homeownership Will Always Be a Part of the American Dream

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September 2, 2019 - General Information
On Labor Day we celebrate the hard work that helps us achieve the American Dream. Growing up, many of us thought about our future lives with great ambition. We drew pictures of what jobs we wanted to have and where [...] Read More
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Monica Foster September 2, 2019

Fully furnished 1BD 1BA Home For Sale in Galveston

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August 31, 2019 - Sold Listings
This well maintained 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom condo unit is situated in desirable Casa Del Mar directly across from Babe's Beach and within walking distance to popular Galveston Island attractions and restaurants. This unit comes FULLY furnished and sleeps up to [...] Read More
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Monica Foster August 31, 2019

A Recession Does Not Equal a Housing Crisis

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August 30, 2019 - General Information
Some Highlights: There is plenty of talk in the media about a pending economic slowdown. The good news is, home values actually increased in 3 of the last 5 U.S. recessions, and decreased by less than 2% in the 4th. [...] Read More
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Monica Foster August 30, 2019

iBuyers: What Is the “Cost of Convenience” When Selling Your Home?

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August 29, 2019 - General Information
When thinking about selling their house, homeowners have many options. A relatively new option is using an “iBuyer.” What is an iBuyer? According to Jovio, the definition is: “A company or investor that uses Automated Valuation Models (AVMs) to make [...] Read More
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Monica Foster August 29, 2019

Top Priorities When Moving with Kids

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August 28, 2019 - General Information
According to the Pew Research Center, around 37% of U.S students will be going back to school soon and the rest have already started the new academic year. With school-aged children in your home, buying or selling a house can [...] Read More
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Monica Foster August 28, 2019

What’s the Latest on Interest Rates?

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August 27, 2019 - General Information
Mortgage rates have fallen by over a full percentage point since Q4 of 2018, settling at near-historic lows. This is big news for buyers looking to get more for their money in the current housing market. According to Freddie Mac’s Primary [...] Read More
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Monica Foster August 27, 2019

Experts Predict a Strong Housing Market for the Rest of 2019

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August 26, 2019 - General Information
We’re in the back half of the year, and with a decline in interest rates as well as home price and wage appreciation, many are wondering what the predictions are for the remainder of 2019. Here’s what some of the [...] Read More
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Monica Foster August 26, 2019

A Latte a Day Keeps Homeownership Away

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August 23, 2019 - General Information
Some Highlights: The pumpkin spice latte is launching soon, so you may be tempted to spend your extra cash on a daily caffeine fix, but that small expense can add up to a big number – fast! Saving for a [...] Read More
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Monica Foster August 23, 2019
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