Barb's Partnership with Keller Williams 
I have made a very exciting career change!
Along with a superb group of realtors, I have become a partner in the ownership of a new Real Estate franchise in the Lehigh Valley. The company is called Keller Williams Real Estate. Our franchise is part of the fastest growing real estate company in the United States and although it is new to the Lehigh Valley, Keller Williams has many large offices in Philadelphia and Pittsburgh. Our office is the 21st in Pennsylvania. After more than 11 years with RE/MAX and a total of 17 years in the real estate business, this was a decision that I made after careful thought and consideration. Keller Williams believes, as I do, that we must first listen and understand your needs before we can provide the necessary information to make sound decisions. The Keller Williams Mission and Vision statements are truly consistent with the Customer Service values I have practiced throughout my Real Estate career in the Lehigh Valley. I am certain the future of real estate buying and selling will soon follow Keller Williams’ business model. I feel privileged to be a part of their growing success and I look forward to continuing my valued personal and professional relationships with each of you as we continue to work to meet your real estate needs. Our new facility on S. Cedar Crest Boulevard will be opening in the spring/summer of 2005. Currently the office is located at The Roma building at 40 S. Cedar Crest Blvd., Allentown. Only my main office telephone and fax numbers will be changing. All the rest, especially my "Tradition of Trust" in providing outstanding customer service, will remain the same! Effective immediately: Barb’s office – 610-398-8408
Keller Williams office – 610-435-1800 Barb’s direct fax – 610-395-2548
Keller Williams office fax – 610-435-2800
I value your friendship and trust. Please feel free to call or e-mail me with any questions or comments. As always, Thank You for your continued support. Sincerely,
Barb Bottitta, CRS, GRI, ABR 
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GOVERNMENT REAL ESTATE RESOURCES
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HUD web
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Fannie
Mae,
Freddie Mac, or
Ginnie
Mae. Get home buying tips from the
Federal Consumer Information Center.
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Financing Your Home >Buying Cooperatively
Today it is becoming quite common for friends to pool their resources to buy a larger home than either of them could afford alone. Some builders cater specifically to this group of buyers by offering homes with two "master suites" instead of the more typical room arrangement. If you are considering a joint purchase, you and your buying partner should outline clearly your agreements about your shares in the down payment, the monthly mortgage payments, and what you will do if one of you decides to move out.
Before committing to a property, sit down with a real estate professional to discuss your options. Should you take possession as joint tenants? Will you have a 50/50 interest in the property, or should the interest be adjusted to reflect each person's share of the down payment or the monthly mortgage payment? Your agreements with your buying partner should be clearly expressed in writing.
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