From the monthly archives:

September 2009

Recently Vacated One Bedroom Condo

September 28, 2009

This condo just became vacant. The occupants actually stayed until the sheriff came and locked them out. I had to then schedule three separate appointments to allow the former tenant to remove their personal belongs.
So far we are at 132 days in inventory. I should have a price from the bank this week. That will [...]

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Killer Modern Mid-Century Home with Sweeping View of LA

September 18, 2009

Wow, I wish we got foreclosures like this every day.
Check this place out:

It is super tiny – just under 600 square feet – but it has incredible LA views.  Plus, it is just up from Sunset Drive.  You can almost spot the marquee for the House of Blues.
This would be a perfect weekend home when [...]

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I’m Attending the 5 Star Conference in Fort Worth, Texas

September 15, 2009

The Five Star Default Servicing Conference and Expo brings together a vast network of government, lending and service providers in the real estate industry. The annual conference gives us an opportunity to discuss every aspect of the industry, including where it’s been, where it is now, and where it might be headed.

It’s the largest conference in the foreclosure and REO industry and it offers networking opportunities designed to help us build new client relationships and strengthen our growing market presence.

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Mortgage Disclosure Improvement Act: How Does it Help Home Buyers?

September 14, 2009
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What is the Mortgage Disclosure Improvement Act? Basically, the federal government has put forth a legislation that replaces the 3-day waiting period for initial disclosure with a 7-day waiting period that does not include Sundays or holidays. Also, before the borrower can close on a transaction, they must receive the initial Good Faith Estimate (GFE), and the initial Truth in Lending (TIL) statements quoting the final Annual Percentage Rate (APR) seven days prior to closing.

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