Thursday, April 12, 2012

Volunteer and Join the Fun...

On Saturday morning, April 14th, we are having one of our Highway Cleanups.  If you are interested in helping us, join us at 9:45AM on Route 30.  Call Cheyenne on Friday at 717-431-9299 for locations.  We'll be between Rohrerstown Road and Centerville Road, cleaning up a section.  Please, if you do join us, be careful, dress appropriately and exit your car on the passenger side.  We'll have trash bags and grabbers and safety vests... 9:45 to 11:30-12.  Or for as long as you can stay... the more the merrier!   Help us to help Lancaster Beautiful!!

Realtor Training!

Our next Realtor Summit Training Class is scheduled for Thursday, April 19th at the LCAR office.  Realtors can register here... Realtor Training  12PM to 1PM and lunch is included at No Cost.


All about sales, marketing, motivation, handouts, give-aways and much more...  fun, informative and motivational!  Come on out!


Realtor Summit Training. 

FHA Home Loan Costs Go Up

FHA Mortgage insurance rates have just been raised by FHA.  The up front premium and the monthly mortgage insurance fee have both been raised, making FHA slightly more expensive now.  On a $160,000 home, the changes equal about $20/month extra.  Not too much, but a little.  FHA is still one of the most popular loan programs on the market for several reasons.
1. Low down payment of only 3.5%
2. Low interest rates
3. Flexible credit guidelines
4. Seller can up to 6% of the sales price towards buyers closing costs
5. Gift money for the down payment is allowable
6. Parents, close relatives can help with qualifying
7. Can use FHA to purchase 1, 2, 3 and 4 unit properties
FHA for home buyers... a very good mortgage program with some very strong features.  For more information on this, call us at 717-431-9299.

FHA loans in PA

VA Mortgages

Home Mortgages for Veterans in Lancaster County and surrounding areas just became easier and less expensive.  Two full days of training on how to best serve Home-Buyers that are Veterans has helped our branch to better understand the wants/needs of this group of people.  The VA mortgage is one of the best mortgage products on the market, yet many lenders can't/don't want to do them for many reasons.  Not FAIRWAY PA, we enjoy helping those that have served our Country.  Reduced fees and a streamlined process make it easier for Veterans at FAIRWAY PA to buy a home.  Call us at 717-431-9299.

Pick Up PA Highway Cleanup this Saturday

April 14 - Highway Pickup along Rte 30
Each year, the Lancaster FAIRWAY Independent Mortgage team picks up litter along Hwy 30, between Rohrerstown Rd. and Centerville Rd, as a contribution to our community and Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful. This year, we're also going to be joined by a couple of real estate agents from our area!  Thanks for the help, guys!  If you're looking for a way to help your community and want to join us, we'd love the help! Ask for Cheyenne at 717-431-9299 x102.

April 19 - Realtor Summit Training at LCAR
This lunch n' learn series is for real estate agents looking to improve their professional knowledge. Our Realtor Summits have been met with great enthusiasm, so if you are an agent and haven't attended one yet, come along and check it out. If you're an agent who has attended, welcome back!  You can register online at  http://www.fairwaypa.com/resignup.html

April 29 - Race Against Racism
FAIRWAY Lancaster will be walking/running in the YWCA's Lancaster Race Against Racism.  There is more room on our team if you want to join us!  You can register online at https://www.raceit.com//register/?event=8425 
Find FAIRWAY, and the password to join us is 'care.'  The prices to enter go up April 15, so don't delay!

May 2 - The Truth About Reverse Mortgages
Our very own Reverse Mortgage Specialist, Dennis Cronin, is teaching a small 'lunch and learn' at the Apple Tree on Centerville Rd. Reverse Mortgages aren't right for everybody, and there is a lot of fear, and even misinformation out there on the subject. This class is aimed at senior home owners who want to learn the facts. Seating is limited, so advanced registration is necessary. Register online at http://www.fairwaypa.com/reverse/ or by calling Dennis at 717-431-9299 x107.