Better Homes and Gardens The Masiello Group's top agents, teams and the firm's other top performers will be honored at a prestigious awards ceremonies on March 10th and 11th.
Congratulations to all!
Individual agents achieve Emerald Elite with a volume of $12 Million+ or Closed Units of 57+ or more.
Teams achieve Emerald Elite with a volume of 24 Million+ in Volume or 115+ Closed Units.
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Individual agents achieve Platinum with a volume of 8 Million –11.99 Million or Closed Units of 46 - 56.9.
Teams achieve Platinum with a volume of 16 –23.99 Million or 92 - 114.9 Closed Units.
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Individual agents achieve Gold with a volume of 6 –7.99 Million or Closed Units of 37 - 45.9.
Teams achieve Gold with a volume 12 –15.99 Million or 74 - 91.9 Closed Units.
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Individual agents achieve Silver with a volume of 3 –5.99 Million or Closed Units of 21 - 36.9.
Teams achieve Silver with a volume 6 –11.99 Million or 42 - 73.9 Closed Units.
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Individual agents achieve the Bronze Award level with Closed Units of 15-20.9.
Teams achieve the Bronze Award Level with a volume of 3.25 - 5.99 Million or 18-41.9 Closed Units.
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If you are planning on using a VA loan to purchase a home this year there are several changes you should know about.
Following the Blue Water Navy Vietnam Veterans Act of 2019, veterans and military service members will enjoy more borrowing power but pay slightly higher fees when applying for VA home loans. The Act was signed into law in June 2019 but took effect Jan 1, 2020.
Navigate these changes to VA loans with a little help from our team. Our REALTORS® highlight everything you need to know about using VA loans in 2020!
The VA loan limit is the maximum loan amount the Department of Veterans Affairs can guarantee a veteran or military service officer without making a down payment. The loan limit adjustment is a big win for veterans across the nation, especially for those buying in pricier markets. Extending the zero-down purchasing power will save many veterans a lot of cash and help them remain competitive.
However, the elimination of loan limits doesn't signify unlimited borrowing power with no down payment. Veterans will still need to have adequate income and meet their lender's credit demands to qualify for the VA loan amount. And if you still have impending VA loans or have defaulted on a previous loan, the loan limits will still be applicable throughout 2020.
Before this act went into effect, VA loan limits equaled the limits set by the Federal Housing Finance Agency on complying loans. In 2019, the limits were set to $484,350 in a typical US county and slightly higher in high-cost counties.
Buying a home in a different state can be a daunting task, especially if you know little about the state and the applicable local property regulations. However, with proper planning, preparation, and thorough research, you can identify your top property choices. In this guide, our REALTORS® have pieced together helpful tips for buying a home out of state.
There are many reasons people opt for a smaller space. If you've decided to downsize to a smaller home, you'll reap many benefits, including a lower mortgage payment (if you still have one), lower utility bills, and a smaller area to maintain and keep clean.
Before you downsize to a smaller home you have to downsize your belongings. It's important to declutter your current home so your new home can be well organized with items that fit your new lifestyle. Our REALTORS® suggest the following tips help for downsizing to a smaller home:
Our REALTORS® are there to guide you every step of the way when it's time to buy a home. Still, it's important to understand what you're getting into – and how to advocate for your interests.
Buying a home can include twists and turns, even when everyone has the best intentions. Knowing which questions to ask will help you get the information you need to make an informed decision about your real estate options.
Don't forget these vital questions when you're getting ready to buy a home: