Archive for August, 2009
Social Media – Fad or Revolution?
You may have seen this already.
The following video has been passing around the internet since earlier this summer, but I recently saw it on Jay Thompson’s blog, The Phoenix Real Estate Guy and thought I’d share it with anyone who may not have seen it yet. It’s definitely an interesting look at how social [...]
Layar is coming to Trulia.
Haven’t heard of it yet?
Layar is an Augmented Reality Browser. Say what? I know, it sounds like some whacky sci-fi movie or something. Trulia announced it’s involvement with the company and I have to say, I’m excited. Why? Just watch the video and let it explain itself.
San Antonio Camera Phone: Gunn Honda
I need new brakes.
This week I had to take my Honda Civic in for some scheduled maintenance, new brakes, and a state inspection. I’m one of those people that always goes back to the dealer, so I made an appointment at Gunn Honda at 14610 IH-10 West, San Antonio TX 78249 (map). As [...]
New number for Matt Stigliano, Realtor® – (210) 646-HOME
Can’t remember my number? Now you can.
Recently I acquired a new Google Voice number, (210) 646-HOME, and have been working on implementing it on my sites and for my daily phone usage. If you haven’t checked out Google Voice yet and need a flexible phone system to tie together your home, work, cell, [...]
New series about Texas real estate contracts at ActiveRain.
Want to learn more about real estate contracts?
I’ve been writing a series over at ActiveRain to explain some of the finer points of real estate contracts in San Antonio, Texas. Based off of my series right here, Realtor® Speak 101, the idea of Realtor® Speak 102 is to bring more insight and education on [...]
Who’s looking out for you before your closing?
A few phone calls to keep it all on track.
I had a closing yesterday with a couple I’ve been working with for about 5 weeks. They were great buyers; knew exactly what they wanted and worked hard to make sure everything happened on their end that needed to happen in order to close in [...]
Who is EcoJoe?
EcoJoe – Here to help you sell your home.
Today, I was introduced to EcoJoe through my friend MikeMueller. It was a strange introduction, just a simple email that announced some video on Mike’s Facebook page. When I arrived, there were videos by some of the best and brightest in the real estate world, [...]
First Time Home Buyer Tax Credit – The Clock Is Ticking
The countdown is on.
Update: The amendment allowing for the extension and expansion did eventually pass and was signed into law by the President. You can read up on the new rules and changes in “First Time Home Buyer Tax Credit – The New Extension And Expansion.”
With the First Time Home Buyer Tax Credit set [...]
What the HVCC!?! The Home Valuation Code Of Conduct (Appraisals)
With all the rules, regulations, and codes – traversing the closing process can be like unraveling spaghetti.
Two recent new additions to the closing process can affect your closing – the HVCC (Home Valuation Code Of Conduct) and MDIA (Mortgage Disclosure Improvement Act). The MDIA, I will cover in a separate post, so for now, [...]
San Antonio Real Estate Market Report – August 7, 2009
It’s been a hot summer.
Forget the real estate market in San Antonio – I’m talking about the weather! August will probably be the cruelest month of all, but let’s get back on topic – the San Antonio Housing Market. This summer brought with it some good news in the markets overall, but San [...]
