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What about me? I’m the seller!

[Editor’s note: Fannie Mae recently issued new restrictions on use of Power of Attorney. Please read this article and contact our office with any questions.] If you must use Power of Attorney, please contact our office.Almost...

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Thoughts in the wake of RESPA reform

Within three months after my youngest son was hatched, he effectively communicated that he was to be a bit “different” than my first son. Let’s just say my hopes for a simplified version of my first son were dashed early. Similarly, since...

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First-time homebuyer tax credit clarification

Since November of 2009, when Congress extended the First-time Homebuyer Credit, I have conducted a few hundred real estate closings and have heard a lot of misinformation being shared among real estate agents, mortgage lenders and homebuyers. The...

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