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I have an important update I would like to share - thanks in advance for taking the time to read this. As we all know, there is a horrible epidemic that is spreading through the nation - it is called foreclosure. Many people are facing the reality that they may lose their home because of a hardship they have endured recently. Those who are find themselves in this situation, feel that they are alone and that they have no alternative but to let their home go back to the bank - they feel hopeless and have resigned to the harsh reality of what that will mean to their financial future. The statistics are alarming - right now, 1 out of every 8 homeowners has already defaulted on their mortgage or will default within the next 2 months! 7 out of every 10 of these homeowners will not contact anyone to assist them or to show them their options. They simply feel there is no hope or alternative and they walk away from their homes and allow the banks to foreclose on them. THE GOOD NEWS IS THAT THERE ARE OTHER OPTIONS! THESE PEOPLE CAN AVOID FORECLOSURE AND THE DEVASTATING REPURCUSSIONS THAT COME ALONG WITH IT! I am committing to be an advocate, a support system, a negotiator, a counselor and a professional, educated Realtor for these homeowner's and their families! I have enjoyed a great career in Real Estate during the past 8 years and feel very blessed to be continuing to do so. It is truly heartbreaking to see the many foreclosures every day and I have decided I need to help in any way that I can. This is how I can give back to my community and my industry! If you or anyone you know has suffered a hardship such as loss of job, interest rate adjustments, increase in mortgage payments due to loan type, death or illness in the family, divorce, separation, a decrease in pay, or anything else that has caused a default in mortgage payments or that will soon cause a default in mortgage payments, please contact me for a free, no obligation consultation. I truly believe that with each family I am able to help in this way, our real estate industry, the values of all of our homes, and the economy as a whole will benefit immensely! The Banks agree and because of this, they are willing and ready to cooperate! Did you know? On average, foreclosures may lower your credit score by 250-300 points and affect your score for over 4 years? Short sales at times can have little to no affect on your credit score. Foreclosures remain on your credit history for 10 years or more! Short sales are not recorded on your credit history at all! If you know of someone that is falling behind on mortgage payments, or is afraid they will be soon, have them contact me. As an experienced Realtor, I can give the expertise necessary to save their credit, relieve the uncertainty and stress and most of all, help their family.
P.S. Thanks again for all of your business and referrals. Please know that I am still selling traditional real estate on a full-time basis as well and would love to help you or anyone you know that is looking to buy or sell a home in the Metro Area! Contact me anytime!
In recognition of exceptional performance as one of the leading residential real estate sales professionals in North America, Tom was presented with a 2009 Sales Award from The Realty Alliance, a Network of North America's Elite Residential Real Estate Brokerages.
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Timing can sometimes be difficult if you have to sell a home before you can buy another one. Most people need the equity from the sale of their first home for the down payment on the new house. If your present home goes on the market first, you may be concerned that it will sell before you find the one you want to buy. On the other hand, if you find the perfect home before your present home is under contract, the sellers may be reluctant to accept your offer, and you may be too nervous to sign a contract.
It is a good idea to sit down with a good real estate agent for some professional advice before you begin your search. It will probably be necessary to be flexible on the closing date, because it can be easier to find a home that you want to buy than to sell your present home. After finding the house you want, you can ask the lender about arranging a short-term bridge loan that can make the purchase possible before you sell your current residence.
Tom Sommers Edina Realty 7580 160th Street W. Lakeville, MN. 55044 (952) 994-7204 (952) 997-1854 Fax: (952) 891-7696 Email: tcsommers@NUMBER1EXPERT.com
BUSINESS PHILOSOPHY: To treat each client as you would a friend or family member. Maintain a standard of excellence through honesty and integrity. It is our desire to serve you the client with the highest level of customer service possible.
FOR SELLERS: We have an average list to sale market time of 89 days. On average we get 97% of the listing price for our clients. This is due to an extremely effective marketing campaign and a high level of skillful negotiation. We sell on average 90% of our listings. Please remember the market determines the value of your home not the agent. Choose your listing agent based on the one who can sell your home in the shortest amount of time for the best possible price with the least amount of inconvenience to you and your family. Your bottom line is the most important number of all.
FOR BUYERS: With our complete buyer profile system we will be able to save you time and money. You will not spend your valuable time looking at homes that do not suit your needs. Your time will be spent looking at the best the market has to offer in the areas that you want to live, in your price range with as many amenities that match your criteria. When choosing a buyers agent, base your decision on who will best represent you throughout the transaction.
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