TERRY MCCARLEY, CDPE,CDAT,CPV answered:
Why do others can buy reo properties so cheap without even listed in MLS?
Joe - your question is not clear. Most banks require the property be listed in the multiple listing service when they list the property with a real estate agent. Some banks also sell
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Herb Armstrong answered:
How is the condo market in Newport at this moment ....spring of 2012? Is it a buyers market and if so....How much would YOU pay for a nice condo ?
Hi Janice,
I was just looking at the 2012 sales numbers for Newport and the current inventory as I prepare my annual sales report newsletter.
Condos are still a fairly strong bu
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Herb Armstrong answered:
How should I pay for a 900-1000 sq. Ft condo in the Kay catherine area.
If I knew which condo, I could give you more information, but generally, the condo complex has to be approved for FHA related loans. There are alternatives for financing even if not ap
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Chad Kritzas answered:
how much die 61 prospect hill st. newport ri sell for?
$445,000 on Dec 12th, 2011 according to RI MLS
R.A.D. answered:
does this proprty have laundry on site?
Yes, the property does have a washer and dryer.
Jeff Holloway answered:
As a buyer, how do you feel about open houses on the Sunday of a holiday weekend? Would you be more or less likely to visit an open house?
I am motivated I would look.
Amy Hoag, GRI, ABR, e-PRO answered:
How does the paperwork for the home buying process work in RI?
Hi Beantown, While the mortgage contingency and the home inspection contingency are standard in the RI State Purchase and Sales Agreement, a short sale contingency addendum and sale of
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Erin Diaz, Broker - Owner answered:
Is it better to buy now or wait until the fall, after the summer season is over? Has there been a recent increase in foreclosures in Newport?
Evening KK!
Unfortunately the foreclosures will be coming for some time... My advice would be to buy if you find what you are looking for. The market is creeping up and there is evid
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Michael Duffy answered:
What is the best source of REO or forclosure properties? Is RealtyTrac reliable? I am sceptical of these sites that make me register to view info.
Many of the "foreclosure" sites want your information for lead generation purposes. Your best source of foreclosure properties is by working with a local foreclosure speciali
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Jeff Brooks answered:
I recently asked about Newport market. Someone replied that there is significant job creation occurring there. More info-details on this?Thanks, Kate
This year, now that most construction has been completed on the base, the incoming America's Cup is generating a lot of service industry type jobs and will attract much more work with t
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Amy Hoag, GRI, ABR, e-PRO answered:
Would you say the Newport market is a buyer's market at the moment, or is it bouncing back a bit?
Hi Kate, The Newport market does seem to be showing signs of shifting away from a strong buyer's market. Sellers are in a better position than they have been in the past few years and h
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Michelle J. Drum answered:
In the last few months what has been the average square foot price for condominium sales in Newport .
Dear Laura: Arthur Chapman's response is totally accurate and Raveis certainly has a great web site. Interestingly enough, in the past ( and I have been an agent since 1986) the co
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Jeff Holloway answered:
Does pending mean accepted offer ...going to contract?
Pending means just that, the contract is pending... waiting on something to happen. Pending could mean many things... contingencies on both parties side having to be met, timelines. I c
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Alayna Berek, RI Realtor® answered:
I put in an offer on a house that was a short sale . with in 2 days the agent for the seller got back to my
There is no way to force a seller to accept an offer. They may be in the process of taking the house off the market.
Bill Eckler-Florida, answered:
Homes sold in Newport Maine in September & October??
Kathleen,
The best source for this information is an agent from the New Port area. Try contacting one today.
Arthur Chapman answered:
Can someone provide a detailed list of closing costs for a second home purchase in Rhode Island?
Did you ever find anything in RI?
Missy answered:
I want to sell my 1 bd 1 bath - 770 sqft apt in new port pavonia, nj with nyc views. how much should i sell 4?
What are the neighboring homes similar selling for? that's your answer! SHOCK! But seriously, pricing is EVERYTHING! Ask too much and no one will look at it. Ask too little, and you
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Arthur Chapman answered:
negotiating a spec home
I have a lot of experience in dealing with new construction. I'd really watch out for the actual measurements of the home and materials. Also, it's tough to negotiate on the price, bu
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Craig answered:
What if buyer paid title insurance but they (title insurance co.)failed to have a 2nd mortgage paid off at
My dad just had a similar problem - here is what happened.
He gave a mortgage through his attorney - the attorney also is a client of a certain title company and therefore had his ow
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