by Michael Olear | Dec 29, 2009 | Seniors
How often have you heard your friends and neighbors say they?d like to move closer to their grandchildren or that the time has come to pursue their lifelong dream of starting the business they?ve always envisioned? Or perhaps other financial and lifestyle transitions...
by Michael Olear | Dec 24, 2009 | Sales Statistics
The Buffalo NIagara Association of Realtors reported a 16 percent increase in closed sales for November 2009 when compared to November 2008.? The original deadline for expiration of the first time buyer credit was November 30, 2009 and this caused a tremendous flurry...
by Michael Olear | Dec 11, 2009 | National Trends
FHA mortgage lending may tighten up in 2010 if sponsoring lawmakers have their way. It?s expected that the Obama administration will resist the effort underway by a group of lawmakers in Congress to make FHA lending requirements more stringent. FHA is a...
by Michael Olear | Dec 4, 2009 | Seniors
Reverse mortgages have become a financial tool often mentioned, but rarely explained in detail. Individuals consider this type of financing for a variety of reasons, including making modifications or improvements to their home and generating improved cash flow for...