by Fatima Khokhar | Jun 14, 2011 | Buzz Around Naples, Global, International Real Estate Investing, International Travel
It was time to take a trip over the pond to Ol’ Blighty….to see some friends and reconnect with colleagues. After having worked in the London property market for five years, and been away from it during the past two turbulent years, we were interested to see...
by Fatima Khokhar | May 2, 2011 | Buzz Around Naples
Are Naples area buyers aware that on October 1, 2011 Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac will reduce the maximum mortgage loan amounts from $729,750 to $ 625,000? The end result; a borrower seeking a government-backed mortgage for a $ 1-million property will be required to...
by Fatima Khokhar | Apr 16, 2011 | Buzz Around Naples, Fannie, Freddie and the Fed
Fannie Mae has launched a special offer for buyers who purchase a Fannie Mae owned home. Purchasers will qualify for up to 3.5% in closing cost assistance provided they meet the following qualifications: Buyers submit the initial offer after April 11, 2011 and close...
by Fatima Khokhar | Feb 25, 2011 | Banking And Finance, Buzz Around Naples, Naples Area Market Conditions
Earlier this week in Naples, Chief Economist for The National Association of Realtors, Dr. Lawence Yun presented his housing and economic outlook for 2011. Naples Meridian commentary regarding the recent political unrest in the Middle East and its economic effects...
by Fatima Khokhar | Nov 19, 2010 | Buzz Around Naples
For some of us there’s nothing more thrilling than the aroma of roasting turkey and warm pumpkin pies in our own kitchen on Thanksgiving Day. For some of us there’s nothing more thrilling than going out for dinner, so we can pile on ham and three kinds of potatoes as...
by Fatima Khokhar | Aug 10, 2010 | Buzz Around Naples
The National Association of Realtors (NAR) revealed that sales of existing homes for the nation fell by more than 27 percent in July 2010. While previous downward economic cycles have been spurred on by strong activity in the housing sector, this time around it is a...
by Fatima Khokhar | Jul 10, 2010 | Buzz Around Naples
Wishing Everyone a Happy and Safe 4th of July! LOCAL FESTIVITIES Content courtesy of William Dukes from Summit Home Mortgage Inc- Bonita Springs ■Fourth of July parade, 9 a.m. Saturday, traveling south on Old 41 Road, turning right on Hampton Street, and right onto...
by Fatima Khokhar | May 26, 2010 | Buzz Around Naples
If you are a fan of open air markets, Third Street South Farmers Market in Olde Naples is a perfect way to spend your Saturday morning. The Patty & Jay Baker Museum of Art is hosting Associated American Artists which highlights members’ etchings, wood engravings,...
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