Note: Once again, if you are looking for data and graphs, this post is not for you.
So much could be said about this issue. One of the most fascinating developments to see unfold and the one theme I keep coming back to is how powerful blogging has been in shaping the mind-set [...]
Entries Tagged as 'S-Crow'
The most valuable real estate is that of the mind: bloggers are having an impact.
April 20th, 2008 · 23 Comments
Categories: News · Opinion · Uncategorized
Tags: Real Estate Psychology, S-Crow
Stare Down: who blinked first? The loan officer or the borrower?
April 2nd, 2008 · 26 Comments
You know the drill. You and your siblings pile in your parent’s 1982 Chevrolet station wagon for the long 10 hr. drive to the summer vacation hot spot. Lots of games took place and many were invented to pass the time: Hold your breath through the tunnel, Stratego [...]
Categories: News · Opinion
Tags: Good Faith Estimates, mortgages, S-Crow, Settlement Statements
A remarkable period in time: a changed market.
March 12th, 2008 · 38 Comments
I’ve got so many topics to talk about but very little time. I have to start somewhere.
Just months ago it was not uncommon (understatement) to see 100% financed nothing down purchase transactions with various ARM’s tied to LIBOR or other indices coupled with hefty pre-payment penalties, interest-only hybrids with no escrow [...]
Categories: News
Tags: escrow, lending, Market analysis, S-Crow, Stock Market
Home Show discount coupons
February 4th, 2008 · 13 Comments
I know there are a lot of home improvement hounds out there like me, so…..
If anyone would like discounted ($2 off Adult admission) Seattle Home Show coupons for weekday admission, please e-mail me with your contact information and I’ll get them in the mail to you. Show is from Feb 16-24. Weekday show [...]
Categories: Uncategorized
Tags: Home Improvement, S-Crow
Ever met someone who likes to play with live grenades? Here’s somebody: Agents Who Originate Loans
January 26th, 2008 · 22 Comments
This is not really new news for many of you , but the story circulating around news organizations and blogs about a buyer who has filed suit against their agent mentions a twist. Aside from the main story is the “smaller” issue that the agent evidently also arranged the buyers financing. At [...]
Categories: Opinion
Tags: advice, escrow, mortgages, S-Crow
Consumers wish list
January 24th, 2008 · 154 Comments
The inspiration for this post is from the existing homeowners, prospective homeowners and allied real estate professionals that have corresponded with me and commented on this blog over months past to the present.
I’ve learned and received much more than I’ve provided on this blog I assure you, but the common theme I’ve come away with [...]
Categories: Opinion
Tags: advice, affordability, experts, Financing, lending, S-Crow
