Q: There are several homes in my neighborhood that have sold recently. The homes were sold for quite a bit less than I owe on my home. Is there anything that can be done?
A: You may be able to re-finance and reduce the loan amount to today's values. I suggest you contact your lender regarding this issue. For useful information go to: Help For Home Owners
Q: My Realtor is not in the area and is not available to show me homes. Can I just call the listing agents to open the doors for me?
A: Yes, you could do that but, it may be a good idea to speak to your Realtor about referring you to a Realtor in the area where you plan to buy. Often there is a commission split between the 2 Real Estate Agencies. It may be a winning situation for all while making the home search easier on you.