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Monthly Archives: August 2009

    Short Sale 101

    By Brandon Brittingham | August 21, 2009

    What is a short sale? It’s likely you’ve heard the term “short sale” thrown around quite a bit. But what, exactly, is a short sale? A short sale is when a bank agrees to accept less than the total amount owed on a mortgage to avoid having to foreclose on the property. This is not... Read More

    Team Bio: Marshall Moore

    By Brandon Brittingham | August 21, 2009

    Marshall Moore is an Eastern shore native and has been a real estate investor in this community for over 30 years. Marshall and his father have built over 500 homes all over the Eastern Shore and Marshall has always been motivated to help improve his local community. He has extensive education and experience in short... Read More

    HUD Short Sale Guidelines

    By Brandon Brittingham | August 12, 2009

    Here’s some information everyone should know about HUD-backed mortgages for short sales: HUD requires a 6% commission on all short sales which is clearly defined on their website. They also spell out their guidelines for offers to pay off junior lien holders, which I think most people are unaware of. Freddie just changed their guidelines... Read More

    New Rules Give Buyers More Protection at Closing

    By Brandon Brittingham | August 10, 2009

    All real estate agents should be aware of a set of new Federal consumer protection rules which went into effect July 30th. Keeping clients up-to-date with the latest, best information is key to closing successful transactions, and keeping happy clients. Kenneth R. Harney wrote a really thorough article which lays out all of the rules.... Read More

    HUD Information

    By Brandon Brittingham | August 10, 2009

    The HUD website is an invaluable source of information. For example, HUD requires a 6% commission on all short sales. Their website also spells out the guidelines for money to pay off junior lien holders; something I think most people are unaware of. Freddie just changed their guidelines in the last thirty days, and I... Read More

    Short Sales!!!

    By Brandon Brittingham | August 7, 2009

    Agents, investors, consumers – there are answers to the problems you may be facing with short sale – you just need the right ones. There is alot of misleading information out there on the internet about short sales, but I’m here to tell you in any short sale you can have a positive outcome. I... Read More

    Salisbury foreclosure rates rise

    By Brandon Brittingham | August 3, 2009

    The Daily Times reports that foreclosure rates in Salisbury are up over this time last year: Foreclosure rates in Salisbury have increased for the month of June over the same period last year, according to First American CoreLogic, a collector of real estate and mortgage data. First American Core-Logic reports that the rate of Salisbury-area... Read More

    Welcome to Our Blog!

    By Brandon Brittingham | August 3, 2009

    We at Moore – Brittingham Properties are excited to bring you news, updates, and insight on the real estate market, short sales, foreclosures, special deals, and happenings in and around our region! Be sure to check in often, as we plan to offer a truly dynamic site with daily updates! We’re glad you stopped by!... Read More

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