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Nextage Realty Professionals

Want to Be Taken Seriously in the Foreclosures Market? Make a Realistic Offer!

By Rick Sharga, Vice President of Marketing for RealtyTrac

It’s no wonder that the foreclosures market is gaining popularity among first-time buyers and real estate bargain hunters alike. Foreclosure properties can often be purchased at 10 to 30 percent less than their market value, making them an attractive investment in a time of soaring real estate prices.

 

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A Foreclosure Buyer’s Guide to Property Repairs

By Rick Sharga, Vice President of Marketing for RealtyTrac

One of the most overlooked and underestimated expenses involved in the purchase of a home is the cost of repairs. Whether the problem is a defective part in an appliance, a structural problem overlooked by the home inspector or just Murphy’s Law making its presence felt, it’s [...]

Understanding the foreclosure process

Understanding and Navigating Your Way Through the Foreclosures Process
By Rick Sharga, RealtyTrac Vice President of Marketing

Foreclosure properties can be a terrific investment, or give home buyers a much more affordable option than traditional properties in this time of escalating prices. But, before you jump in assuming this is “real-estate for dummies” or the next get-rich-quick [...]