I'm at the office today. Due to the holiday tomorrow, we are officially closed today!
Remember when the holiday was THE holiday?
We debated staying open to take care of our customers - would they assume we would be open or closed? I came in incase someone needed to talk to us.I don't mind. This gives me a chance to write to you.
Most of the lenders we work with are closed. The county offices are closed. Our office is closed and the Gateway family and staff are getting a much deserved long week end.
As I ponder and explore my thoughts,I see many families returning to the simpler times that many of us grew up with. A return to inexpensive gatherings that are catered by the cooks in the family creating their summer specialties instead of hiring a professional caterer. A ride to a near by spot instead of air trip to a resort.To some this may be sad, but to many families it is an opportunity to learn new/old values. I used to worry about today's kids and how much spoiling we have all been guilty of. This is our chance to teach them to appreciate the many wonderful things in life all around us!And yes appreciate the all mighty dollar and what it takes to have the essentials of life.
As many folks struggle, let us not forget that we have freedom to worship and love of family and good friends .... we will come out of this stronger, wiser, and the next generation will know the simpler gifts of life.
Friday, July 3, 2009
Monday, June 29, 2009
Families Love For Sale By Owner Kit
Rachel writes:
I appeared on "Golden Opportunities" television program this past Sunday. I spoke about the newly discovered market of first time buyers purchasing the "family" home from Parents,Aunts and Uncles,and Grandparents. I have never seen so much activity in this special transaction. Many of these young buyers are single and finding that they can buy, and in many cases, it is cheaper than rent and with the tax credit, this is truely a good start for them. The sellers don't need to hire an Agent to find a buyer,the buyer is known. The family saves money, they don't hve to worry about showing and maintaining the property.
We keep life as simple for the family as possible:
The buyer gets pre-approved to make sure they can get a mortgage.
All parties fill out the disclosures and contract and take them to the lender.
Gateway Title does title and escrow.The buyer and sellers enjoy the fantastic
service that has made Gateway famous!
I appeared on "Golden Opportunities" television program this past Sunday. I spoke about the newly discovered market of first time buyers purchasing the "family" home from Parents,Aunts and Uncles,and Grandparents. I have never seen so much activity in this special transaction. Many of these young buyers are single and finding that they can buy, and in many cases, it is cheaper than rent and with the tax credit, this is truely a good start for them. The sellers don't need to hire an Agent to find a buyer,the buyer is known. The family saves money, they don't hve to worry about showing and maintaining the property.
We keep life as simple for the family as possible:
The buyer gets pre-approved to make sure they can get a mortgage.
All parties fill out the disclosures and contract and take them to the lender.
Gateway Title does title and escrow.The buyer and sellers enjoy the fantastic
service that has made Gateway famous!
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