Short Sale Listing Agent Interview

Posted on 09. Mar, 2012 by hope-mitigation in Buyers

In order to understand the position the property is in as far as the likely hood that a reasonable offer would be approved in a timley fashion, take 20 mins while putting your list together of properties that you would think the client would like to see, and call the listing agent and "interview" them about the short sale.

Choosing the Right Realtor

Posted on 08. Mar, 2012 by hope-mitigation in Blog, Real Estate

Most often the agent is selected solely on the recommendation of a friend or family member. Making sure you have hired the right agent for you can not only save you time but also money, effort and aggravation in finding the perfect home for you at the price you can afford or selling your home quickly for top dollar

How Money Works…Why We Are in Default

Posted on 01. Mar, 2012 by hope-mitigation in Blog, Foreclosures, Real Estate

This is a got to see video. This explains HOW MONEY WORKS! It will blow your mind. After watching this, if you have questions or the video made a huge impact on how you view your debt, give me a call. 815-312-1476.

Foreclosure Options

Posted on 29. Feb, 2012 by hope-mitigation in Blog, Foreclosures, Real Estate

Facing difficulties with your mortgage? You do have options...

Short Sale Timeline

Posted on 29. Feb, 2012 by hope-mitigation in Blog, Foreclosures, Real Estate

Prompt Notification of Short Sales Act

Posted on 21. Feb, 2012 by hope-mitigation in Blog, Foreclosures, My Blog, News, Real Estate

Senators Lisa Murkowski (R-AK),  Scott Brown (R-MA), and Sherrod Brown (D-OH)  proposed a bill on Friday February 17th 2012, requiring mortgage lenders to make a prompt decision on whether to allow a short sale at the request of a home buyer. This bill, “Prompt Notification of Short Sales Act,” will require a written response from the lender [...]

Realistic Market Conditions

Posted on 23. Jun, 2011 by hope-mitigation in Blog, Foreclosures, My Blog, News

In fact, the Rockford real estate industry is the second hardest-hit market in Illinois, according to a study commissioned by the Illinois Association of Realtors.

What will you do when your short sale attempt fails?

Posted on 22. Jun, 2011 by hope-mitigation in Blog, Foreclosures, My Blog

Having a home in foreclosure is a very difficult situation and worrying if your Short Sale is going to help isn’t making matters any easier… I’m sure. The current condition, here in Winnebago County, is that it is highly unlikely a Short Sale negotiated through your agent will succeed. Have you thought about what you [...]

Beware of Scams

Posted on 17. Jun, 2011 by hope-mitigation in Blog, Foreclosures, My Blog

We've been doing a lot of research about scams here in Rockford. We have found that there some people doing just that. The whole idea that Flipping or Flopping is legal is a far cry from honest. Yea in a perfect world the flopping works, but in today's market it is becoming an issue for everyone involved. Let me explain...
When someone [...]

Hope Mitigation

Posted on 16. Jun, 2011 by hope-mitigation in Blog, Foreclosures, My Blog

These homeowners are upside down in their homes and need your help. In addition, the lenders currently servicing these delinquent loans are looking for closure on the debt. The sooner the situation is addressed in a positive manner the better. Expand your business in a down market by utilizing Hope Mitigation to negotiate directly with the lender. [...]