Polls in Mortgages/Loans

Apr 2, 2008

Future of Interest Rates

Will interest rates be higher, lower, or unchanges a year from now?

Higher
Lower
Unchanged

Results of Future of Interest Rates poll

Sep 5, 2007

Fall Fix Ups

What are the most important home repairs that need to be done to prepare for the winter months?

Paint any exterior wood surfaces.
Reseal damaged windows and doors.
Driveway surface repairs.
Roof or shingle repairs.
Heating system maintenance and repairs.

Results of Fall Fix Ups poll

Jul 12, 2007

Seasonal Home Sales

Which time of year do you feel is the best time to sell your home?

Winter
Summer
Fall
Spring
All seasons are equally good.

Results of Seasonal Home Sales poll

Jun 2, 2007

Pool Rules

What is the number one pool rule at your home?

Do not run around the pool.
No horse play in the pool.
No food or drinks in the pool.
No splashing or dunking other swimmers.
Bathing suites are optional.

Results of Pool Rules poll

May 1, 2007

Planting Curb Appeal

What type of plants ad the most curb appeal to your home?

Shrubs
Flowers
Trees
Grass
Potted Plants

Results of Planting Curb Appeal poll

Apr 1, 2007

Financing Packages

Which financing package would work best for you?

Zero downpayment.
30, 40, 50 year amortization.
Home equity line of credit.
Sub-prime interest rates for the a limited period of time.
A conventional mortgage with a downpayment.

Results of Financing Packages poll

Mar 28, 2007

You Be the Federal Reserve

What will the Fed do with Interest Rates over the next 6 months?

Raise 50 basis points or more
Raise 25 basis points
Nothing
Lower 25 basis points
Lower 50 basis points or more

Results of You Be the Federal Reserve poll

Mar 1, 2007

Cottage Purchases

When do you plan to buy a cottage or recreational property?

Never
Within the next year.
1 to 3 years
3 to 5 years
More than 5 years

Results of Cottage Purchases poll

Feb 5, 2007

Mortgage Rates

Where would you go for your next mortgage?

Mom and Dad.
I only pay cash for property.
A credit union.
A bank.
A mortgage broker.

Results of Mortgage Rates poll

Jan 4, 2007

New Home Sales

Are you planning on making a home purchase in 2007?

No.
Yes I plan on purchasing a new home.
Yes I plan on purchasing a larger home.
Yes I plan on purchasing a smaller home or condominium.
Yes I plan on purchasing an investment property.

Results of New Home Sales poll

Dec 4, 2006

Xmas Home Style

How will your home be decorated for the holiday season?

Lots of lights and decoration throughout the interior.
Only some accent lights and a nicely decorated tree.
Simple holiday decorations.
Only milk and cookies for Santa.
No Decorations.

Results of Xmas Home Style poll

Nov 5, 2006

Changes In The Home Market

During the last few months, have you seen a change in the home market where you live?

No - It appears to be about the same.
Yes - It appears stronger than ever.
Yes - It appears to have slowed down.
Yes - I've personally had problems finding a home to purchase.
Yes - I've personally had problems selling my home.

Results of Changes In The Home Market poll

Nov 1, 2006

Real Estate Peril

What do you believe is the worst problem you could run into when purchasing a home?

Mold
Problem Wiring
Galvanized Plumbing
UFFI or Asbestos insulation
Real Estate Fraud

Results of Real Estate Peril poll

Oct 5, 2006

Real Estate Investment

What is the best way to invest your real estate dollars?

Businesses and commercial property
Multi-unit residential buildings
Vacant land for potential development
A residence
Recreational property

Results of Real Estate Investment poll

Aug 29, 2006

Motivation To Sell

Why would, or are you selling your home?

Capital gains
Finacial difficulties
Work relocation
Growing family
Downsizing

Results of Motivation To Sell poll

Jul 29, 2006

Cottage Country

When purchasing a recreational property what do you look for first?

Waterfront
Acreage
Accessability
Price
Community

Results of Cottage Country poll

Jul 2, 2006

What Interest Rate Do You Pay?

What interest rate are you currently paying on your home loan?

0 - 3 %
4 - 6%
7 - 8%
9 - 10%
Over 10%

Results of What Interest Rate Do You Pay? poll

Jun 26, 2006

When will you buy a home

When do you plan on buying your next home?

within the next 6 months
6 months to 2 years
2 to 5 years
more than 5 years
I don't know

Results of When will you buy a home poll

May 22, 2006

What is important in a Real Estate Agent

When selecting an agent you look for...

professionalism
punctuality
commission
presence in the community
advertising, open houses and other perks

Results of What is important in a Real Estate Agent poll

May 22, 2006

What Do You Think of the New 50-Year Mortgages?

Please share your feelings about the new 50-year mortgages by selecting one category. Thanks for voting!

They're a great way to save money each month!
They might be okay, but deserve some serious research first.
They might work for some people, but not for me.
Why would anyone want to pay for a house for half a century?
You're nuts if you take out a 50-year mortgage!

Results of What Do You Think of the New 50-Year Mortgages? poll

May 14, 2006

How Old Were You When You Bought Your First Home?

At what age did you buy your first home?

21 - 31
32 - 42
43 - 53
54 +

Results of How Old Were You When You Bought Your First Home? poll

Apr 25, 2006

Why have you refinanced?

Please choose the primary reason you've refinanced your home

I have never refinanced
To save money with a lower interest rate
To get cash to pay off high-interest debt, like credit cards
To get money to do home improvements
To go on vacation

Results of Why have you refinanced? poll

Apr 20, 2006

Poll About Refinances

How many times have you refinanced your current home?

None
1 - 2
3 - 4
5 - 6
7 or more

Results of Poll About Refinances poll

Apr 17, 2006

Concerns About Buying

When you are considering buying a home what is your biggest concern?

Getting financed.
Contract negotiations.
Finding the right house.
Getting the right professional advice (i.e. lawyers, inspecters)
Identifying problem areas before closing.

Results of Concerns About Buying poll

Mar 24, 2006

Home Features

What feature is most important to you when viewing a potential home?

A large spacious kitchen.
Landscaping.
Square footage of the home.
Number of bedrooms and bathrooms.
Finished basement.

Results of Home Features poll