http://www.strategic-realestate.com/blog Mon, 15 Feb 2010 19:24:40 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en I was considering my blog entry as the snow fell last Saturday. Sitting next to the fireplace in my big comfy chair, my mind began to wander to those families less fortunate than mine who were struggling to stay warm in their homes, or worse had no home at all. I ... http://www.strategic-realestate.com/blog/?p=39 Now that the holidays are over, we are left with memories of family and friends...bills and clutter. While that may not sound like an optimistic way to start the new year, I believe it is an accurate one for most of us! Every new year brings the opportunity to look back ... http://www.strategic-realestate.com/blog/?p=36 Purchasing real estate is a complex business transaction that should not be taken lightly.  What used to be done in five pages is now over 20 pages of legalese with sellers, buyers, lenders, title companies, appraisers, and home inspectors all involved. Strategic Real Estate Investments has teamed with Southern Trust Mortgage ... http://www.strategic-realestate.com/blog/?p=31 In my last entry, I talked about some of the indicators that we are moving toward a recovery in the real estate market. So, I thought I would give you a little more good news! According to the National Association of Realtors, the Pending Home Sales Index reached 94.6 in June, ... http://www.strategic-realestate.com/blog/?p=24 Welcome, to the first installment of my blog! I will use this forum to  discuss things that I find interesting, educational and hopefully even entertaining.  First lets talk about what everyone is talking about.  Whether I am at the ball park, the grocery store checkout line or on the street, everyone asks, ... http://www.strategic-realestate.com/blog/?p=5