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Yvonne Schaefer
Phone: 919.882.6078
Mobile: 919.624.6055
Fax: 919.256.7635
Email: yschaefer@kw.comKeller Williams, North Raleigh
9121 Anson Way, Ste 100
Raleigh, NC 27615-
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This House is a Deal!
Q. Yvonne, I know you said that the cool house I saw online is going into bankruptcy. Isn’t that the same as foreclosure? I want that house, it’s a really good deal. A. Well, remember we already know there are … Continue reading
Deed Copy Scam
Dear Yvonne, We wanted to inform you of a new Deed Copy scam in our area. Some of our clients from recent Real Estate closings have received a mailing from a Record Retrieval Department asking for $86.00 to be sent in order … Continue reading
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Tax Value vs Market Value
Q. Yvonne, I’m researching a house I would really like to buy. But the tax value is not any where near the sales price. Should I be concerned? A. Looking at real estate tax value for an individual house is irrelevant … Continue reading
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Does Obamacare effect the sale of your home?
Q. Yvonne, a friend told me that Obamacare has a hidden tax on real estate sales that goes into effect after the election. Is this true? A. There is a provision in the Obamacare bill which begins in 2013 that requires an … Continue reading
Foreclosure Rates in North Carolina
North Carolina foreclosure filings are down 34% compared to this time last year. Many counties throughout the state reported only one or two foreclosures for 2011. Understandably, the more populated areas have a much higher rate. For example, Wake County … Continue reading
4 Tips for Interviewing Agents
You decided to buy a house and now you’re ready to interview buyers agents. Yes, I said interview agents. This may be your biggest financial decision. You want to have someone you can trust and feel comfortable. So, you’ve looked … Continue reading
Be Careful What You Say
It makes sense. You see a house that you like in one of your favorite neighborhoods. There’s a big FOR SALE sign in the yard. What could it hurt to call the phone number on the sign? Well, it could … Continue reading
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Golf Tournament October 4, 2011
Come join in the fun and raise funds for the Health Center in Guayaquil, Ecuador. Golf Tournament Crooked Creek Golf Course October 4, 2011 Scramble time: 9:30 a.m. Cost: $70 per golfer Make up your own foursome or join a … Continue reading
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That was terrifying!
My three month old grandsons got their first set of vaccinations last week. They live with me — along with their dad (my son), mom and 3 year old sister. So, getting their first shots was a family affair. What … Continue reading
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Reduce Your Monthly Payments
Q. Yvonne, my friend told me that he wished he had put more down on his house so he wouldn’t have to pay as much in taxes. Do you think I’m putting down enough to lower my taxes when I … Continue reading
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