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$40 million available for Rural Development home loans
An extra $35 million for mortgages is available through the US Department of Agriculture (USDA), thanks to the federal stimulus package. The problem is many consumers are unaware of the USDA Rural Development’s Direct Homeownership Loan Program. »
Company launches three new real estate apps
The Complete Realty Suite from Visionary Apps launched in late February and was already ranked the 17th most downloaded app over thousands in the Apple Store. »
Are PA housing markets over-valued or under-valued?
All Pennsylvania cities show evidence of relative price declines from their fair value estimates from 2006 to 2010, except Harrisburg, which extended its over-valuation, and Scranton, which is about the same. »
Podcast: Staging is that important
Barb Schwarz, creator of the home staging industry, discusses home staging in a down economy in this week's Real Property podcast. »
Podcast: Virtual staging should reflect the home
Virtual staging is a growing trend that many REALTORS® are using to move listings. »
PAR officially opens new home
“For 30 years our headquarters was located in Harrisburg but as the association grew we required a larger facility to accommodate our members’ needs,” said PAR President Greg Herb. “This newly renovated building gives our staff the opportunity to serve our more than 30,000 members across Pennsylvania.” »
Know when a property inspection requires a specialist
Home inspections should be conducted as early as possible in the home-buying process. Even if a buyer has 15 days to perform a property inspection, make sure that the inspection takes place within the first several days of the contingency period. When the report is issued carefully review it with your buyer. »
The rules of home rule
There are 71 home rule municipalities in Pennsylvania. All 71 have the ability to increase the realty transfer tax. There is no better time to ensure your market isn't at risk. »
Podcast: REALTORS® should be aware of home rule
Home rule municipalities, unlike all others, have the advantage of increasing the RTT. Local governments are currently struggling to balance their 2010 budgets and REALTORS® should be asking whether or not their market is at risk. »
Construction tax abatement legislation passes committee
The Senate Finance Committee has passed legislation to amend the New Home Construction Local Tax Abatement Act (Act 202) to provide property owners six months from the date of occupancy to submit an application for the exemption. »
