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Buying a Foreclosure and Bank sales contract!
Im currently in the process of buying a foreclosure and my offer was accepted. The bank sent me the standard one-sided counter offer which I'm okay with except for one part. I have requested closing cost…
La Jolla House of Week; 1492 Cottontail Lane
Ocean, Bay & Downtown skyline views to Coronado Bridge, Isles & beyond. 4 Bedroom Suites, great room, gourmet kitchen, media room, office/den & indoor/outdoor lanai Eco-friendly Salt-water…
La Jolla House of Week; Playa Del Norte
Auction Style Process 337 Playa Del Norte Must be sold. Opening price more than 30% below 2011 list price. Property is debt free. All furniture, art, and decorative effects included; making a move-in…
La Jolla House of Week; 7555 Eads Avenue, Unit 11
Penthouse Unit 2 Bedrooms/ 2 Full Baths Spacious Kitchen with Granite Counters, Stainless Appliances, and Custom Cabinets Large Master Suite with Sliding Doors to the Covered Balcony Custom Built-ins in…
La Jolla House of Week; 2670 Hidden Valley
This home will make you smile…and once you experience it you won’t ever want to leave! Very private family home Almost a ½ acre of beautifully manicured grounds 4 bedrooms and 3 baths downstairs Private…
Wrong information on my home
There is wrong information on my home. How do I fix that? It says my home is 1,088 sf but is it actually 3,100. Also the lot size is incorrect. To be honest I believe those are the specifications to the…
We need a great agent and/or agency to manage propertyto rent with the possibility of even selling our home. What route to go?
Although we will not be leaving the county, we can not monitor the rental. I have seen 2 homes near us that were rented out before the last tenants were barely gone. "That's a good agent" We are on AHRN,…
How much is the HOA? also any other taxes? how much is the tax rate? Thanks.
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investment in the Humboldt Park
What do you think about buying investment in the Humboldt Park, area between Cicero, North, Pulaski, Chicago. Would you consider it as uprising neighborhood?
Forming a LLC in New York
NY law requires to publish a copy of article of organization in the newspaper for 4-6 weeks and then a Certificate of Publication, with the affidavits of publication of the newspapers attached, must be…
Best Places for College Grads
Best Places for New College Grads, 2012Richard Florida 7:45 AM ET 25 Comments Shutterstock Share Print Share on emailEmail Though the economy is showing signs of life, the job market for new college…
What kind of heating system and does it have central air?
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Moving? De-Stress Before You Start | Wilmington NC real estate
Let us help you with your relocation needs. Click on our relocation kit to get ideas to de-stress to make your move more enjoyable.  For more tips, please visit www.cbbaker.com to search all Wilmington…
Fiserv Expects Home Prices to Stabilize This Year Despite Price Declines
Analyzing the housing market through the perspective of 384 markets, Fiserv Case-Shiller Indexes pointed to a slow, but steady pace toward recovery after dramatic prices declines. According to the Fiserv…
Is a listing agent happy to see an offer for a short sale over asking price?
Short sale listings often receive multiple offers. Do you think that offering over an asked mls price will increase your/your client chances to buy a short sale property?
Home Prices Rise says Bloomberg Reports
Home Prices Rise in Half of U.S. Cities as Markets Stabilize By Prashant Gopal - May 9, 2012 12:13 PM ETWed May 09 16:13:21 GMT 2012Facebook Share LinkedIn Google +1 31 Comments Print QUEUEQ Prices…
How much do banks usually inflate the price they will sell a forclosure for (the original price they list it at)?
I am interested in a forclosure that has a LOT of potential but needs some handy work here and there. It was just listed like 20 days ago on all the realtor sites. It says there is already an online…
Find Your New Home!
Find your new home!View all homes for sale in Utah, Request a free market analysis of your current home, inquire about financing, and more!  Everything you need in one, easy to use location!www.HomeFinderUtah.com
I'm looking to purchase a condo in the West Hollywood area of Los Angeles at $380,000. What would my property taxes be on a purchase at this?
price? I'm wanting to understand what my monthly expenses will be with a condo at $380,000. Thank you for all your help. H
Mortgages and Offers
Are you shopping for a home in the Los Angeles South Bay? Get pre-approved to make your offer stronger in a multiple-offer home deal. Don’t get pre-approval confused with pre-qualified. The latter…
Steinmetz: Beauty of Sarasota
Joseph Steinmetz, born in PA in 1905, became a well-known photographer of Philadelphia's elite and high society events.Later, when he bought a home in Sarasota, he created a vast portfolio of Sarasota…
2/2b Condo/TWH for around $150K in Fort Lauderdale area?
50 y.o. male, may be leaving Los Angeles soon, and wondering what I can get for $150K (10% down w/financing, 785 FICO). I know $150K won't get me near the beach, what I value most is living in a…
please call me asap at 253 226 2607
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You're Invited to Make 2012 Even More Profitable -- Webinar May 23rd
Prospect Mortgage is hosting its next Webinar to help real estate agents build their businesses and continue on a path to success in 2012. Please find the link below, it is FREE to sign up. When you register…
Real Estate for Golfers - Country Club of Sarasota
As noted in our introduction to Sarasota's Golf Communities, Sarasota has many luxury homes for sale in prestigious golf communities.  Today, we're writing about the Country Club of Sarasota. Home…
Packing Tips
Decide whether you are going to pack yourself or hire movers to do the job. Some buyers opt to pack themselves to save money and then have movers load the truck. Whether you hire movers to pack or do it…
i was wondering if the Colony Park Drive, In Carson CA are only houses for rent i really like them but i want to no if their apartments as well .
a while ago i got a email saying their was a apartment for rent in this area it was 750 a month and 2,000 for deposit it was 1 bed 1 bath and it was beautiful i want to no if they are apartments here or…
The Evers & Co. April 2012 Real Estate Report
The brisk spring market heated up in April in the close-in Metro area. The dollar volume of sales increased 13% over the previous year, and the average price went up 5% over April 2011. The area showing…
Weekly Real Estate Market report
Weekly Market Activity ReportFor Week Ending May 5, 2012Publish Date: May 14, 2012All comparisons are to 2011If only there were a system of grand, colorful lights for tracking residential real estate.…
May 12, 2012
Today’s food for thought is from Saint Jerome:  “Never look a gift horse in the mouth.”  “It is always better to give, except a gift to ungrateful people.”  Fred Fred’s Pick of the Day is…
Could i do FHA on this home?
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Finding Your Dream Home
There are many choices when thinking about buying a house:* Home Type: Do you want a detached single-family home, multifamily home, townhouse, or condominium? Do you prefer new construction or a previously…
How much does an average well cost to install????
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MARKET UPDATE 5/14/12: From The Capital Markets Desk Of Franklin First Financial
So we take a week off from this little wealth of information that we provide due to the Secondary Conference as well as me just getting back into the groove and now we see that the world is coming to an…
Create a Marketing Plan for your home
Selling can entail a variety of marketing strategies. Once listed, it's likely that the home will be quickly entered into the MLS (Multiple Listing Service), displayed on the company's website and distributed…
Why Choose a Tech-Savvy Agent?
When you choose a real estate agent, you’re selecting someone to represent you in one of the largest financial transactions you may ever undertake. As the Internet continues to simplify the way people…
is this unit still available?
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How Low Will Mortgage Rates Go?
For the second consecutive week, fixed-rate mortgages reached new all-time records lows, offering another big boost to home buyer affordability.  The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 3.83 percent…
What online resources can I tap into to educate myself about Sonoma County real estate?
Are there Sonoma County centric real estate blog site like curbed.com (LA, NY, SF, etc.) and SocketSite.com (for SF)? My objective is to learn about the different locations in Sonoma County so when the…
This property is listed as "OFF Market. When will it be available for showing? What is the condition of the roof etc. Does it contain Air/Heat?
What type of financing is available? VA/FHA? Do you have qualified lenders? -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Michigan/Detroit/sold/2151454-20161-Terrell-St-Detroit-MI-48234
Relocating from SMALL, RURAL Missouri!! Want good school for 3 girls, nice family oriented neighborhood, <$150k. Min.3br/2ba Lafayette/Abbeville
area 1 girl in HS, 1 middle school, 1 Elementary! Worried about flood zone & GATORS!!! :) SAFETY is at top of list! Low crime area. Would like to have tax and utility averages, also.
Six Musts Before You List Your Home
Deciding to list your home for sale is a wonderful time. It means you will be moving to a new stage in life. Here are some great tips for sellers before they put their home on the market. 1. Organize…
I'm interested to see this property.
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Tips - First Impression
As you prepare your home for the market, one thing to keep in mind is that you have only one chance to make a first impression. It is absolutely vital that prospective buyers form a good impression of…
Looking for a place in 30309 Zip code. Can be just a 1b 1b. I have a high 700's credit score.....
Hi! I will be looking to purchase a place in the 30309 Zip code. Is there anything from 100k and under I can get there with a low down payment,possibly FHA? Looking for the lowest down payment possible!…
Before You Buy
So you're ready to find a new home! You may already have a good sense of what you are looking for in your next home. But a big obstacle to purchasing the new one can be coming up with the down payment.…
Florida Leads the Way to Housing Recovery
Real estate in Broward County is about to get another boost!  According to the most recent data available from Realtor.com, Fort Lauderdale in Broward County has been listed as one of the Top 25 Turnaround…
Do I have time to utilize a realtor?
Realtors are often the most effective way for the average homeowner to sell their home.  There are times though when under certain circumstances a home must be sold quickly due to a variety of reasons…
Pre-Approval: The Key to Moving Quickly
One of the most important steps in the home-buying process is being pre-approved for a home loan. Many buyers apply for a loan and receive approval from a lender BEFORE searching for a home. This is called…
Queen Creek Short Sales - 3 Bedroom 1471 Sqft in San Tan Valley
Queen Creek Short Sales. Cute 3 bdrm PLUS a den (could easily be converted to a 4th bdrm)*Great room floorplan w/vaulted ceilings makes this home feel larger than square footage*master bdrm is split from…
Mortgage Rates
 This Week; interest rates are likely to continue lower on increasing fears Europe is facing defaults from Greece and increasing likelihood Greece will depart the EU. If Greece were to exit the EU it…
Avondale Short Sales - 4 Bedroom 1899 Sqft in Avondale
Avondale Short Sales. THIS IS A BEAUTIFUL 4 BEDROOM/2 BATHROOM HOME IN RANCHO SANTA FE. THIS HOME FEATURES TILE THROUGHOUT AND CARPET IN BEDROOMS, GRANITE COUNTERTOPS, AND A BEAUTIFUL BACKYARD. STORAGE…
May 13, 2012 Livermore CA Real Estate Update Short Sale Homes for Sale in Livermore CA April 2012
May 13, 2012 Livermore CA Real Estate Update Short Sale Homes for Sale in Livermore CA April 2012 The full report shows Livermore CA real estate trends in charts for the year to date history of Single…
May 13, 2012 Livermore CA Real Estate Update Foreclosure Homes for Sale in Livermore CA April 2012
May 13, 2012 Livermore CA Real Estate Update Foreclosure Homes for Sale in Livermore CA April 2012 The full report shows Livermore CA real estate trends in charts for the year to date history of Single…
May 13, 2012 San Ramon CA Real Estate Weekly Review Homes for Sale San Ramon CA
May 13, 2012 San Ramon CA Real Estate Weekly Review Homes for Sale San Ramon CA This weekly San Ramon CA Real Estate “dashboard” summarizes: homes for sale in San Ramon CA from Sunday May 6 , 2012…
May 13, 2012 Pleasanton CA Real Estate Weekly Review Homes for Sale Pleasanton CA
May 13, 2012 Pleasanton CA Real Estate Weekly Review Homes for Sale Pleasanton CA This weekly Pleasanton CA Real Estate “dashboard” summarizes: homes for sale in Pleasanton CA from Sunday May 6, 2012…
May 13, 2012 Dublin CA Real Estate Weekly Review Homes for Sale Dublin CA
May 13, 2012 Dublin CA Real Estate Weekly Review Homes for Sale Dublin CA This weekly Dublin CA Real Estate “dashboard” summarizes: homes for sale in Dublin CA from Sunday May 6, 2012 through Saturday…
is it wrong to work with more than one agent?
I'm working with an agent my husband has had previous buying/selling experience with and he's a super nice guy, but there are times I want to go look or may ask to put a bid on a house and 'we'…
May 13, 2012 Danville CA Real Estate Weekly Review Homes for Sale Danville CA
May 13, 2012 Danville CA Real Estate Weekly Review Homes for Sale Danville CA This weekly Danville CA Real Estate “dashboard” summarizes: homes for sale in Danville CA from Sunday May 6, 2012 through…
There's No Time Like the Present to Amend Dodd-Frank
Mortgage brokers and REALTORs alike need to get involved with the movement to amend/repeal the Dodd-Frank legislation that is crippling the mortgage/real estate industry with unecessary over-regulation…
West Palmdale CA Real Estate Market Conditions, Monday, May 14, 2012
West Palmdale, California Real EstateWe here at the Gockel Group, continuously monitor local real estate statistics to keep our clients informed and ahead of the real estate trends. Below you will find…
Price Trends Randolph, NJ- YOU'RE LOOKING GOOD!
Randolph, NJ,in comparison to April last year,  this year we're selling more homes at a higher  List Price: Sale Price ratio and for more mone!  Sound good?  The other strong factor is last April there…
Search for a home in Madison Wi
Homes for sale Madison.  Are you looking for homes in the Madison area?  Are you looking for a single search that has all listed properties?  Is up to date?  Easy to use?  Well Get off Craigs list…
Arizona City Short Sales - 3 Bedroom 1446 Sqft in Arizona City
Arizona City Short Sales. Short Sale. Charming 3 bedrooms, 2 bath home. Spacious floor plan and move in ready including all appliances (washer/dryer, refrigerator, stove, dishwasher & microwave). French…
Scottsdale Short Sales - 3 Bedroom 1458 Sqft in Scottsdale
Scottsdale Short Sales. Home will be available to be shown Thursday May 10th from 12:00-1:00PM. This is a wonderful short sale opportunity to get a house in the 85254 zip code. Nice curb appeal, wood floors,…
Hi, regarding your basement rental can you tell me how many people live in the house, and is there anyone else living in the basement? Thank you.
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Strategic Default Here to Stay Despite Improvements, Risk Managers Say
With reports that around 20 percent of mortgages are underwater, about 46 percent of bank risk professionals surveyed by FICO expect to see the volume of strategic defaults in 2012 exceed 2011 levels.…
Fannie and Freddie Set Timeline Requirements for Short Sales
Beginning June 15, real estate agents working with distressed homeowners whose loans are backed by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac should expect to receive a decision on a short sale offer within 30-60 days.…
Home prices and affordability compared to 20 years ago.
We have posted previously about how affordable homes are right now.  Homes for sale Madison - affordabilityI just wanted to share a prospective here.  No Opinion.  In fact I would welcome your comments.Here…
Crismark Homes for Sale in Indian Trail-Crismark Homes
Crismark homes for sale in Indian Trail, plus housing data and links for neighborhood real estate listings. The following report numbers are market averages for “sold” properties (as noted in the MLS),…
Low-ball Offers a Thing of the Past?
Last year, 10 percent of REALTORS® complained about receiving low-ball offers on listed homes — offers usually submitted by the buyer for 25 percent or more below the list price, according to a National…
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