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Monday, February 20th, 2012 at 11:26am. 7 Views, 0 Comments.
Market Update Provided by WR Starkey Mortgage - Michael Collins, Loan Officer
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Mortgage bond prices were slightly lower last week, which pushed mortgage interest rates higher. Rates were positive the beginning of the week following weaker than expected retail sales data but rose sharply following unfriendly data Thursday. Lower than expected weekly jobless claims started the negative trend. The figure was the lowest since 2008. A surge in the core producer price index also added pressure to rates. The core rose 0.4% in comparison to the expected 0.2% increase. Fortunately the core consumer price index was in line…
Magnificent Tuscan Castle Near Rivercrest Country Club
Monday, February 13th, 2012 at 10:47am. 31 Views, 0 Comments.
Magnificent Tuscan Castle at 3932 Bunting Avenue. A uniquely open versatile floor plan is adaptable to the most discerning lifestyle. This home is a true masterpiece of architectural design and engineering featuring four bedrooms, five and one-half baths, formal living room with cordial bar and fireplace, executive study with private entrance, formal dining room with wine bar, gourmet kitchen with butler’s pantry, large breakfast room, huge family room with wet bar, fireplace, TV and audio cabinets, a large game room with kitchenette, a terraced theater with surround sound, a unique oversized utility room, and a fully insulated Texas size four car garage with built-in work bench. The first level master suite with 16' coffered ceilings is…
Interest Rates for the Week of February 13
Monday, February 13th, 2012 at 9:33am. 21 Views, 0 Comments.
Following are comments about the interest rates that are provided to Alexander Chandler Realty from Michael Collins, Loan Officer at WR Starkey Mortgage in Fort Worth:
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Market Comment - Week of February 13th, 2012 |
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Mortgage bond prices were only slightly higher last week which kept mortgage interest rates in check. The Greek debt restructuring talks dominated trading. Greece was pushed to enact austerity measures in an effort to restructure their current debt and avoid default but those talks stalled without any action and default fears continued as of late Friday. Lower than expected weekly jobless claims resulted in a spike in rates Thursday morning. Weaker than expected consumer sentiment data, considerably weaker stocks, and… |
6651 Gascony Place - $449,000 - in Trinity Heights
Wednesday, February 8th, 2012 at 3:30pm. 27 Views, 0 Comments.
BEAUTIFUL 4 BED/4 BATH, 3,110 SQ. FT. FAMILY HOME IN GATED COMMUNITY OF TRINITY HEIGHTS. THIS LOVELY HOME OFFERS AN OPEN FLOOR PLAN WITH CUSTOM WINDOW TREATMENTS, GOURMET KITCHEN, GRANITE COUNTERTOPS, STAINLESS STEEL APPLICACES, LARGE ISLAND, WINE RACK, CUSTOM CABINETS THRU-OUT, DOUBLE BUTLER'S BUFFET , GAS COOKTOP, WITH DOUBLE OVEN,LRG WALK-IN PANTRY, STONE PATIO AND CROWN MOLDING.
4415 Tamworth Road - 4,338 Square Feet for $349,000
Friday, February 3rd, 2012 at 12:29pm. 42 Views, 0 Comments.
Alexander Chandler Realty presents 4415 Tamworth Road in Ridglea Hills which includes house & adjoining lot. The home is 4,338 square feet with 5 bedrooms & 4.5 baths. There is a formal living and formal dining with plenty of built-ins. Large secondary living room is humongous with fireplace and extended hearth. This living area opens to enclosed patio that opens to covered pool. Pool is 40’x20’ and is covered but can easily be uncovered.
This home has lots of possibilities. 3 guest rooms and master are on one side and also include open TV area. Master opens to enclosed patio. 5th bed is part of guest suite with kitchenette, living and bed room. Ideal makeover could make this a luxurious master.
Lot next door is…
Villa de Leon! Elegant Urban Living!
Friday, January 27th, 2012 at 8:47am. 46 Views, 0 Comments.
The Stiles-Mund Group with Alexander Chandler Realty and Highrises.com is pleased to present Villa De Leon, Downtown Fort Worth’s luxury, 6-story condominium project with 23 residences. Bordered by the beauty of the Trinity River and the vitality of one of the nation’s fastest-growing cities, Villa de Leon is surrounded by the magic of Fort Worth’s colorful history. Views in all directions transport you to the times of the early explorers fording the river, times of drovers bringing herds of cattle down the Chisholm Trail to the famous Fort Worth Stockyards, times of pioneers settling on the bluff and later building fabulous Victorian homes on Samuels Avenue.
Adjacent to city parks and the scenic Trinity Trails, Villa de Leon is only blocks…
4416 Summercrest - Tanglewood Elementary!
Thursday, January 19th, 2012 at 4:37pm. 63 Views, 0 Comments.
Alexander Chandler Realty presents 4416 Summercrest Court, an immaculately remodeled home in Overton West in Tanglewood Elementary school district. This lovely home features 5 full bedrooms plus office, 3.5 baths, & has 3,621 square feet with an awesome pool and landscaped backyard.
Elegant hardwoods and crown molding encompass most of the downstairs. Office is just off foyer. A stately formal living and formal dining also have hardwoods and easy access to family and dining is just off the kitchen as well. Family room is amazing with a beautiful mantled fireplace with extended hearth. Family room also has plenty of room for entertainment center and cozy furnishings.
Family room opens to amazing granite kitchen complete with…
The Partnership of Alexander Chandler Realty and DR Horton
Thursday, January 12th, 2012 at 9:49am. 66 Views, 0 Comments.
Alexander Chandler Realty is proud to be partnering with DR Horton, America's Builder, and America's number #1 Home Builder 9 years in a row as judged by Builder Magazine. DR Horton's philosphy is building liveable and affordable new homes with unmatched efficiencies, passing on family traditions to new generations, and growing a businesws by making customers' dreams a reality. Their signature focus is creating value every step of the way. As the Company grew from a local homebuilder, to a regional homebuilder, to ultimately the largest homebuilder in the US, that philosphy has never waivered.
To view all DR Horton Listings, see our listings section or call our office at 817-806-4100. We can show you any DR Horton home in any of the 30 communities…
Important Information About Interest Rates
Wednesday, January 11th, 2012 at 11:05am. 77 Views, 0 Comments.
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Here's some important news from Michael Collins (WR Starkey Mortgage) about interest rates that you really need to see: As directed by the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), the mortgage agencies, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, are required to increase the guarantee fee charged for all new mortgages financed on or after April 1, 2012. What does this mean? Rates on all agency loans (Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac) will start to reflect the extra cost in higher interest rates as soon as February 1st. So if you’ve been waiting on lower rates, now is a great time to “get off the fence.” Waiting could cost you dearly! To Your Success in 2012!!! |
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New Addition to Alexander Chandler Realty
Tuesday, January 10th, 2012 at 11:52am. 43 Views, 0 Comments.
Alexander Chandler Realty is proud to announce the addition of the Canvas Group to its Company. The Canvas Group consists of an Office Manager, BPO expert, Contract Specialist, Buyers Agent, Listing Manager, Property Manager, Financial Manager and President. The Group has degrees from Baylor University and Texas Christian University, and it has a total of 25 years of real estate experience, including 10 years with specific REO expertise working directly with banks and asset management companies. Furthermore, the President of the Canvas Group has over 15 years direct financial market experience.
Competency and ethical behavior are the main ingredients of the Canvas Group's mission to their clients. If you are looking for a group that is…