Are you looking for a brighter furture?

Is the grass greener at another real estate company?

In this tough housing market, have you wondered

"Is the grass greener at another company?"

At Milicki & Associates, it really is!

Our goal is to create a environment of freedom, respect and support for our elite agents that will allow them to achieve the success that they deserve in the real estate industry.

Unlike many other real estate firms, we have in-office marketing, advertising and office support to help your business start, build and thrive while at Milicki & Associates. We are not frightened by changes in the real estate market in fact we embrace the changes! Referrals, floor duty programs, monthly office newsletters and personalized training are another way that we differentiate ourselves from the competition.

Do you have health an dental insurance? What about a 401k plan? At Milicki & Associates, we not only want to help your business grow and expand; we also want to help you take care of your most important assets - yourself and your family!

"Exceeding Excellence Everyday" is not just our motto, it is our promise to our clients, our team of agents and ourselves!

If you would like to see how the grass is greener at Milicki & Associates please contact our office at your earliest convienience. You will not believe how a simple change can make such an enormous difference in your business and your life.

Anita C. Young
770-874-2022
anitayoung@milicli.com

Is The Housing Market On The Mend?

The Reports Are In.
Is The Housing Market On The Mend?

By way of several home sales reports and other economic data, (see home price appreciation report below) clear signals are being sent that the recent rout in home sales has diminished for a majority of the country . Sales of previously occupied homes rose for the third month in a row in the month of June, the National Association of Realtors reported. The marketplace has not seen this period of expansion in almost 5 years.

Home sales rose 3.6 percent to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.89 million last month Sales were up in all four regions of the country.

Demonstrating how the housing market is a big part of the economy's "barometer", the Dow Jones Average reached above 9,000 for the first time since early January.

In an informal and unscientific poll, Home Actions surveyed Realtors as to their perception of the turn around. Clearly, they reported, many consumers who were sitting on the fence are now engaged in the house hunting process. Low mortgage rates, combined with affordable home prices and government assistance create a nice environment.


Source: http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid30740796001?bctid=30821717001
Link NRA report

Helping Home Buyers afford a New Home

The $790 billion American Recovery and Reinvestment Act signed into law by President Barack Obama in February gives first-time home buyers an exciting incentive to enter the housing market-an $8,000 tax credit. Under the new provisions, there is no repayment requirement as long as the buyer remains in the home for three (3) years. For many 2009 purchasers, the new guidelines will mean more money in your pockets come tax time.

Pay particular attention to the timeline: All purchases must take place between Jan. 1, 2009 and Dec. 1, 2009.

Additional Programs available to homebuyers

Depending on where you live many counties have additional incentives - Cobb County has the ‘Cobb County Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP)’ program. This is a down payment assistance program that can give you, the buyer, up to $20,000 to assist in buying a home. And you do not have to pay it back, if you complete the guidelines set fort in the program.

Eligibility Requirements

Neighborhood Stabilization Program will help workforce individuals and families realize the dream of home ownership. Buyers may receive contributions for down payment assistance, closing costs, a deferred second mortgage, as well as education on homeownership. In order to be eligible, the buyers must:

1. Be a U.S. citizen, qualified alien or a non-immigrant.
Family Size Maximum Income

1 $59,800
2 $ 68,350
3 $ 76,900
4 $ 85,450

2. Be able to qualify for a mortgage.

3. Attend an 8-hour HUD class.

4. Home must be your primary residence.

5. Meet income qualifications. See chart.

As I mentioned, there are other programs available in counties throughout Georgia. Fulton County, Paulding County, DeKalb County, Etc. In fact, if you have questions about such programs, please contact our office e-mail at information@milicki.com or call 770*874*2022, and we will be happy to assist you in getting the information you need.

We will continue to inform you of other programs that can assist you in getting the best possible deal on real estate. Check our blog regularly!!!

Anita C. Young,
Milicki & Associates
anitayoung@milicki.com
www.Milicki.com