August 27, 2010
ShareNew York Times writer Ron Lieber wrote this good story on the positive side of home ownership in today’s market. With interest rates at an all time low responsible buyers are getting great deals in this market. It’s hard to read the headlines and not conclude that becoming a homeowner is a terrible idea. This [...]
Tags: buy vs. rent, FHA, home ownership, mortgage
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August 20, 2010
ShareI’ve completed the remodel of my “Front Porch.” Please take a look around and let me know what you think. Visit frequently as I try to keep the page fresh and relevant. Become a Fan on Facebook and Follow me on Twitter. Thank you. Share
Tags: Front Porch, remodel, renovation
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August 19, 2010
ShareThis is a great article by Realtor Bill Gassett from Massachusetts. I completely agree with his statements. This is even more true in historic districts and older neighborhoods where no two houses are ever the same. Even if two somewhat similar homes were both recently renovated they can be valued very differently based on the [...]
Tags: historic districts, Historic renovations, home values, price per square foot
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August 19, 2010
Share***This post was originally published in August 2010 and has become one of the most read posts of my blog. Due to its popularity I’ve moved it to the landing page on my site. Please click here for the list that I keep up-to-date as a lot more inventory has been developed over the past [...]
Tags: 1221 Broadway, Blue Star, Cadillac Lofts, Cevallos Lofts, Dielmann Lofts, Downtown, Downtown rentals, Exchange Building, HemisView Village, historic, historic districts, Judson Candy Factory Lofts, King William, Lavaca, Madison, Majestic, Milmo Lofts, Morris Apartments, Pearl, Pearl Brewery, Real Estate, Refugio Place, return to the city, Riverwalk, SAISD, Southtown, St. Benedict's, Steel House Lofts, t, The Toltec, The Vistana, Toltec Apartments, Urban Living, UTSA Downtown
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August 10, 2010
ShareEver wondered what San Antonio’s HDRC Process is like, what tax incentives can be realized by living in a historic district, or how the city can help with Owner Occupied Rehab Loans? Watch this 29 minute video featuring Shannon Wasielewski from San Antonio’s Office of Historic Preservation. http://sanantonio.granicus.com/MediaPlayer.php?view_id=13&clip_id=1027 Share
Tags: HDRC, historic districts, Rehab loans, tax incentives
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