October 2007
Monthly Archive
General29 Oct 2007 09:14 am
Fearing Foreclosure? Here’s Help!
Being foreclosed on your property, is a scary thing. There is help available but you need to be pro-active and help your self by making some calls and reaching out. Don’t ruin your credit by foreclosure.
BEFORE foreclosure begins, is the best time to get help. If you are going to buy a home or have questions regarding mortgages, call ACORN‘s local office at 314-531-7023. They can help you understand the process and what the terms mean. Then, call your REALTOR to help you find the right property for you and your family.
If you know you are not going to be able to make the payments on the property you have a loan on, call before it happens. The Housing Counselors offer some hope to you; call 1-888-995-HOPE. It’s YOUR responsibility to get help. HELP is available, reach for the phone before it happens! Be informed!
General and Government Data09 Oct 2007 02:42 pm
New Title Insurance Law…Coming Soon to YOUR Property Closing
A new Title Insurance law was recently passed by the Missouri Senate. It becomes effective on January 1, 2008.
This new law (SB66) offers much more protection for the consumer and is welcomed. SB66 will protect escrowed funds, require more education for Title Preparers, charges will be made clear and much more. Read more about it by clicking on the links above.
More on Re-Occupancy Permits in St. Louis County
Here’s some news you can use if you are buying or selling in Grantwood Village municipality! The Board of Trustees adopted the revised Unincorporated St. Louis County Property Maintenance Code. What’s it to you?
The Code requires that the County must inspect all homes in that municipality before any re-occupancy can happen. The owner of any home to be sold, leased , rented in that area must contact the County and apply for the inspection. The inspection includes mechanical, electrical and plumbing inside the house.
You can get the forms to request the inspection by calling: 314.615.4142, pick it up at 4556 Lemay Ferry Rd.,63129 or call the Village City Hall, 314.842.4409 to request the form.
You’ll need to send in a check for $95.35 along with the completed application, payable to: St. Louis County Treasurer. The inspector will call you within 48 hours to schedule the appointment.
Any unincorporated property will be charged $80.00 for the inspection.
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