If you're a first-time buyer (or just someone who hasn't bought a home recently), you won't want to miss this chance to learn about the opportunities that exist for you in today's real estate. Instead of just wondering whether now's the right time to buy a home, you can receive the solid information and expert opinions you need to reach a decision. Topics to be discussed:
- Distinctively Reduced Prices and Low Mortgage Rates
- Customizable loan programs
- Benefits of Mortgage Credit Pre Approval
- Home buying tax advantages
- Question and Answer session
- and much more!
In addition, each attendee receives a FREE Home Buying packet at the seminar.
Plus, find out how you can obtain a $1,000 credit toward mortgage fees through Transcontinental Lending Group. Reserve your seat today by registering here.
Saturday, January 24, 2009
Tuesday, December 2, 2008
Join WEICHERT, REALTORS® - Caton Properties for OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY.
Join us on December 7, 2008 between 12-4 p.m. for any of our open houses and just by visiting, enter to win a Holiday Floral Arrangement. To learn more or see our upcoming Open Houses, visit our website at WeichertCaton.com.
Sunday, October 26, 2008
WEICHERT, REALTORS® - Caton Properties: In the communtiy
WEICHERT, REALTORS® - Caton Properties: Charitable
As part of our continuing commitment to serve our community, Weichert, Realtors® - Caton Properties is proud to sponsor both Hospice of Howard County and the Maryland Food Bank.
Hospice of Howard County:
Hospice of Howard County is a non-profit provider of medical, emotional, and spiritual support to terminally ill individuals and their families. As an organization, Hospice remains committed to caring for all individuals regardless of their financial circumstances. All fundraising proceeds assist Hospice in underwriting the cost of this uncompensated care.
Maryland Food Bank:
With the help of sponsors and community generosity, he Maryland Food Bank endeavors to meet the needs of Maryland’s less fortunate. We are proud to sponsor their efforts and have set up a food drive (October 26 – December 20, 2008) to help them reach their goals. Donations may be dropped off to our office at 9339 Baltimore National Pike, Ellicott City, MD 21042. For printable fliers with more information. click here.
As part of our continuing commitment to serve our community, Weichert, Realtors® - Caton Properties is proud to sponsor both Hospice of Howard County and the Maryland Food Bank.
Hospice of Howard County:
Hospice of Howard County is a non-profit provider of medical, emotional, and spiritual support to terminally ill individuals and their families. As an organization, Hospice remains committed to caring for all individuals regardless of their financial circumstances. All fundraising proceeds assist Hospice in underwriting the cost of this uncompensated care.
Maryland Food Bank:
With the help of sponsors and community generosity, he Maryland Food Bank endeavors to meet the needs of Maryland’s less fortunate. We are proud to sponsor their efforts and have set up a food drive (October 26 – December 20, 2008) to help them reach their goals. Donations may be dropped off to our office at 9339 Baltimore National Pike, Ellicott City, MD 21042. For printable fliers with more information. click here.
Saturday, October 11, 2008
WEICHERT, REALTORS® - Caton Properties Open House Spooktacular!
Win $50 gas card just for stopping in on any of our open houses on Sunday October 26, 2008. See a complete list of our open houses on our website the week of our open house Spooktacular, or in the Howard Sun edition on October 26th. Bring the kids and wear costumes! Surprises at every open house, drawings and giveaways, and a chance to win a $50 gas card. Stop by to visit and learn more about a $7,500 First Time Home Buyer Tax Credit. For more information, click here for a printable flyer. So stop in between 1-4 p.m. on October 26, 2008!
Saturday, September 20, 2008
$7500 First Time Home Buyer Tax Credit
For aspiring home owners who find their goal stubbornly elusive, newly enacted legislation providing a tax credit of as much as $7,500 for first-time home buyers might just be the opportunity of a lifetime.
But like so many of the good things in life, time is of the essence for buyers who want to take advantage of this outstanding opportunity. Only homes purchased on or after April 9, 2008 and before July 1, 2009 are eligible. For more information, Click Here or visit $7500_Home_Buyer_Tax_Credit_Seminar.
But like so many of the good things in life, time is of the essence for buyers who want to take advantage of this outstanding opportunity. Only homes purchased on or after April 9, 2008 and before July 1, 2009 are eligible. For more information, Click Here or visit $7500_Home_Buyer_Tax_Credit_Seminar.
Tuesday, June 10, 2008
Friday, May 16, 2008
How to Find Your First Home
Although buying your first home and going through the mortgage process can be a somewhat intimidating process, it's only because you've never been through it before. Looking for your first home can be quite exciting.
So where do you start?
Begin to look for your first home by driving around and observing different neighborhoods where you think you might like to live and keep an eye out for "For Sale" signs. If the home offers information sheets, take one so you can compare each of them when you get home. If the information sheet does not have a photo of the house, take one with your own camera. Once you've looked at a dozen houses, you'll forget which one is which.
Another way to look for a home is to check newspaper classified ads, listings on the Internet which you can find at www.WeichertCaton.com.
Why use a real estate agent?
A real estate agent can be very helpful in searching for homes. They can give you the ins and outs of home buying from an experienced professional's point of view. Some people prefer not to use a real estate agent—that's your prerogative. But if you're an inexperienced first-time home buyer, you wouldn't want to be swindled or taken advantage of by a seller's agent your first time out. Be prepared that a portion of what you pay for the home goes to pay for the commissions of both real estate agents—yours and the seller's.
What to Look for in a Home
You hear people say it all the time: "Location, location, location!" But that doesn't just mean where the home is located—it involves everything having to do with the location. When you look at a home, you also have to consider the kind of neighborhood the home is in. Are the other homes well-taken care of? What kind of businesses are nearby? Are there grocery stores or malls that are convenient and easy to get to? Don't forget to also consider:
1. Schools—If you have kids or plan to have them, you'll want to research the school system that's in the area you like to make sure your kids will be getting an education that's up to your standards.
2. Safety—Consider the crime level of the area. When you look around the area, ask yourself if you and your family would feel safe and comfortable living there. Contact the local police department or check the Internet to find out more about the crime level.
3. Traffic—If you like a particular area, think about the traffic level. If you lived there, what route would you take to work? How long would it take you to get there? Does the traffic create too much noise (if you're, say, next to a highway or set of railroad tracks)?
4. Local Property Values—Find out what the rate of home appreciation is in the area and how much people are paying in property taxes (since these taxes may be factored into your monthly mortgage payment). New construction or new homes may indicate a possible increase in property values (as well as traffic) in the future.
For more about home buying, visit WeichertCaton.com.
So where do you start?
Begin to look for your first home by driving around and observing different neighborhoods where you think you might like to live and keep an eye out for "For Sale" signs. If the home offers information sheets, take one so you can compare each of them when you get home. If the information sheet does not have a photo of the house, take one with your own camera. Once you've looked at a dozen houses, you'll forget which one is which.
Another way to look for a home is to check newspaper classified ads, listings on the Internet which you can find at www.WeichertCaton.com.
Why use a real estate agent?
A real estate agent can be very helpful in searching for homes. They can give you the ins and outs of home buying from an experienced professional's point of view. Some people prefer not to use a real estate agent—that's your prerogative. But if you're an inexperienced first-time home buyer, you wouldn't want to be swindled or taken advantage of by a seller's agent your first time out. Be prepared that a portion of what you pay for the home goes to pay for the commissions of both real estate agents—yours and the seller's.
What to Look for in a Home
You hear people say it all the time: "Location, location, location!" But that doesn't just mean where the home is located—it involves everything having to do with the location. When you look at a home, you also have to consider the kind of neighborhood the home is in. Are the other homes well-taken care of? What kind of businesses are nearby? Are there grocery stores or malls that are convenient and easy to get to? Don't forget to also consider:
1. Schools—If you have kids or plan to have them, you'll want to research the school system that's in the area you like to make sure your kids will be getting an education that's up to your standards.
2. Safety—Consider the crime level of the area. When you look around the area, ask yourself if you and your family would feel safe and comfortable living there. Contact the local police department or check the Internet to find out more about the crime level.
3. Traffic—If you like a particular area, think about the traffic level. If you lived there, what route would you take to work? How long would it take you to get there? Does the traffic create too much noise (if you're, say, next to a highway or set of railroad tracks)?
4. Local Property Values—Find out what the rate of home appreciation is in the area and how much people are paying in property taxes (since these taxes may be factored into your monthly mortgage payment). New construction or new homes may indicate a possible increase in property values (as well as traffic) in the future.
For more about home buying, visit WeichertCaton.com.
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