Business Partners
Here are a few business partners we rely on and can heartily recommend. If you can suggest others you trust, please let us know.
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Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE)
In March of 2010 Wayne Turner, Broker and Certified Residential Specialist of Keller Williams Realty Services in Mandeville, has earned the prestigious Certified Distressed Property Expert® (CDPE) designation, having completed extensive training in foreclosure avoidance, with a particular emphasis on short sales. At a time when millions of homeowners are struggling with the possibility of foreclosure, the skills and education accumulated by Turner over his 14 years as a Realtor continue to be a huge benefit to St. Tammany - area residents and communities. Short sales allow the distressed homeowner to repay the mortgage at the price that the home sells for, even if it is lower than what is owed on the property. This process can save many people from foreclosure and even bankruptcy. If a bank forecloses on a property they place the home on the market for sale. After the home sells the bank has the right to redeem the difference between what was owed on the home and the actual sales price. More and more lenders are willing to consider short sales because they are much less costly than foreclosures. Today, more than 13 percent of homeowners are delinquent on their mortgage or in the foreclosure process. This is occurring across all price ranges, and the fastest-growing category of homes in foreclosure is the luxury home market. “The CDPE Education has been invaluable as I work with homeowners and lenders on complicated short sales,” said Turner. “It is so rewarding to be able to help families save their homes from foreclosure.” Alex Charfen, co-founder and CEO of the Distressed Property Institute in Austin, Texas, said that agents such as Wayne Turner with the CDPE Designation have valuable perspective on the market, and training in short sales. Turner offers homeowners real alternatives to foreclosure, which can be devastating to credit ratings, future employment and security clearances. “Turner better understand market conditions than the average agent, and can help home owners through the complications of foreclosure avoidance,” he said. The Distressed Property Institute trains real estate professionals on how to help homeowners in distress, with a particular emphasis on handling short sales. “Our goal is to help as many homeowners as possible, by educating as many real estate professionals as possible,” Charfen said. “Wayne Turner has demonstrated a commitment to home owner’s challenges in this market, and will provide much-needed assistance in stabilizing the community.”
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NOLA Lending Group
Stephanie Weeks is a local loan officer with NOLA Lending Group. Weeks can offer acces to several loan options and high quality service with one single phone call.
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Old Republic Home Warranty
Old Republic Home Warranty privides repair and/ or replacement coverage for your Plumbing, Electrical & Heating & AC systems and Kitchen Appliances. Optional coverage choices can be purchased in addition to the standard policy to custom fit the Plan to each family and homes unique needs.
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Mahony Title
Mahony Title offers fast, friendly and professional service for all of your property title needs. Their services include: title insurance, bond for deed, 1031 tax exchange, title closings, donations and condo declarations.
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Crescent Title
