A FAll Evening in Fort Worth

I brag about Fort Worth and it's offerings almost daily in this blog.  It seems that each time I get out and experience Fort Worth and it's offerings, I am more in awe of my city. 

Our museums in Fort Worth are some of the best in the country...probably in the world.  We are privileged to have people at the Amon Carter Museum who put together wonderfully unique shows that are not only fabulous art, but also offer a wealth of information about our country, it's history; the now and the past.

The new photography show that opens at the Amon Carter today is rich in reminders of the heritage of our country.  The journey through the industrial revolution and a look back in the days of the difficult times of  1930-1947 bring back memories of times that some experienced and others remember hearing their parent and grandparents describe.  The images are beautiful black and white, or sepia toned and each offers drama and evokes a mood, a feeling, or a memory.  If you have and opportunity....go and see it.  Better yet, make the time.  I will be returning again.

October 2, 2010–January 2, 2011

American Modern: Abbott, Evans, Bourke-White

This special exhibition showcases the work of three of America’s most beloved photographers—Berenice Abbott, Margaret Bourke-White, and Walker Evans—and offers new insight into the flourishing genre of documentary photography during the 1930s.

The Amon Carter is always no charge for it's shows.

After the wonderful art time, a friend and I took advantage of the great Fall temperatures and decided that we would like to dine outdoors...........and what luck we had..........
A popular spot in the Museum Place/So 7th area, Patrizio, had a great table out on the patio and we were able to take advantage of the views of people strolling by and people going into other shops and restaurants.  We commented that Fort Worth has everything that our larger, sister city of Dallas, has, but we do not have the noise, and we don't have to wait hours to get a great table on a Saturday night.

After dinner, we strolled the area and peered into the colorful windows at the trendy merchandise that so speaks of Fort Worth.  The area was still full of people having Gelatos, drinks, dining, and enjoying their condo balconies as we ended a great evening ............Ah...Fort Worth, a really GREAT PLACE TO LIVE AND WORK!

What a Difference a Day Makes...........So how about a Year?

We know that if we wait, something will happen eventually.  However, if we actually do something, something may happen a lot quicker!  So why be in a hurry to buy a home right now?  Well....if you do nothing things Will Change....but they may not change the way you think

Remember the first time home buyer tax savings? It went away April 30, 2010.....and has not come back!
These photos of the Will Rogers Complex show just how fast things can change!

Two days ago, we had a sunny balmy day....and today .........
the rain has been pouring since early morning.



Keller Williams has a large research department that stays up to date on the latest real estate economic trends. 

Will Rogers Complex Sept. 25 morning





We know that we cannot control the National Economic trends, but we as individuals can chart our own trends and reach our goals.  The fact remains that home ownership is still a sound decision. And it is a fact that prices and interests rates are still at an all time low...
These are points to consider

At a Glance:

Why NOW is the Prime Time to Buy!

Near Schools, Near Shopping....priced less than 2 years ago!

Home affordability is at an all-time high. The                              
median mortgage payment on the median priced

home as a percentage of the median household

income is lower than it’s been in a generation.


Mortgage rates are at rock bottom. It’s hard to

imagine interest rates going much lower, and

when they start to inch back upwards, monthly

payments and total loan costs will spike upwards.


Home prices are back on the rise. After declining

for 30 months, home prices are trending back

This home is priced below its tax value!
Seller is willing to negotiate!

upward. The time get in to the market is NOW!         


Sellers are motivated. This means that buyers

have the upper hand! From banks looking to

dispose of foreclosed properties to homeowners

who are fiercely competing among an excess of

housing inventory, buyers have untold choices and

negotiating power.


Financing is readily available! Banks are back

in the game and ready to lend to well-qualified

buyers.


Owning vs. renting is increasingly favorable.

Since 2009, the average principal and interest

payment has fallen below the average rental rates,

and the gap is now wider than it’s been in the past

22 years.


Home ownership is still at the core of the

American Dream! Owning a home is critical

to financial stability and wealth building. It’s

a forced savings account, a place to live and a

fabulous tax deduction.

For First time buyers...........if you have a stable job and are still renting.  Take a step toward investigating the costs and the benefits of home ownership. If you have owned before and want to move to a larger home, we may be able to get you that move..........Talk about it with a REALTOR.
If you are in trouble with your mortgage, or being forced to consider leaving your home........DON'T DO THIS until you call me and we discuss your problem.  There is a lot of help that I can offer.

BPO ORDERS...

"BPO" STANDS for Broker Price Opinion and I have done these for various relocation companies and lenders for years....Never thought that my expertise in this would be so needed. I was just contacted by a BPO company in Arizona and did one for them that day. I actually enjoy doing them because my mind works in stats easily.

For the "home owner" who is in trouble and needing help by way of a Short Sale, this is one of the first things that your lender will order. It may be done by a knowledgeable agent or an appraiser...they will want to see what the current market value of your home is.

When I am doing Short Sales, when I am notified that the lender has ordered this, I am relatively sure that we are going to get approval...

If you need Short Sale information...or a BPO....I will be happy to help you.

dianne@diannearnette.com

Tarrant County and What is Happening in Real Estate

Calling all buyers! This is the time to be a first time buyer. The announcement came yesterday that first time buyers can use the $8K in tax rebate for their closing costs, but not their 3.5% downpayment on FHA loans. This is huge! The issues that I have seen in first time buyers is that they could qualify for the loan, but did not have closing costs........Well now there is a different source! Take advantage of this........IT WILL NOT LAST FOREVER!

The house to the left is an example of a great house for a first time buyer.It is in the 76137 zip code and is NOT A FORECLOSURE. Therefore, it is move in ready and very cute!

---------------ON A DIFFERENT SUBJECT: What is you are having trouble making your mtg. payments? Have you missed some? How many? ETc. I can help any seller if they call soon and avoid their foreclosure. I have had good success with Short Sale transactions and this is a good solution. You will be selling your home and not having a bad credit ding on your record for years to come. CALL TODAY IF THIS WOULD HELP SOLVE YOUR PROBLEMS.

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