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I'm finding that Virginia Beach is a HUGE area. I'm looking for a home that is older, smaller, with character and quaint features,
possibly historic. Something like you would find in areas of Norfolk such as Ghent. Where are those neigborhoods in Virginia Beach? How can I learn more about the main housing areas and how to characterize…
Looking to purchase a condo or townhouse in Virginia Beach as a vacation home and possible summer lease. Purchasing dos and dont's.
I live in NJ and, even though, I am familiar with the Virginia Beach area, I am not familiar with the real estate market. I am looking to purchase something close to the beach. I am sure there are a lot…
is it worth buying a home during the recession?
housing market, renting vs mortgage
Is there a basement? When would be a good time to take a look?
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How To Calculate Rate Of Return On Investment (ROI) or Cash on Cash
How to calculate return on investment?Many investors are looking for income producing properties. The main reason to buy these types of properties is to build residual/passive income as well a tax shelter. The…
Are the homes build by D.R. Horton in Hammock Bay, Freeport Florida well built?
We are considering retiring there but see so many complaints about DR Horton that we are concerned. I'm wondering what experience people in Hammock Bay have had.....
We live and own 22 Fenwick Dr. Bank of America made an error on our account after they took over Counrtywide. We do not want our home on the website
Bank of America made an error and we have paid off our home never were delinquent on payments to Countrywirde. We would appreciate you taking it off the web site. Our home is worth approximately $300,000…
Huntsville homes for sale; active management of Huntsville investment real estate
With market values going down in most markets, taxpayers would like to turn the sale of a personal residence loss (which is not deductible) into a capital loss (which is deductible) but it could potentially…
SCREAMING DEAL $131 per square foot 541 Villa Grove, Moonridge, Big Bear City CA 92314 OPEN HOUSE TODAY 10 AM - 4 PM!
12-11-2011A CHRISTMAS PRESENT TO YOU!!  PLEASE VIEW AND PURCHASE THIS GREAT MOONRIDGE CABIN  TODAY!!$131 per square foot is SO LOW for this extremely wonderful cabin!!  Nestled in the oaks and spruces,…
Will new Las Vegas Law Making Banks Pay for Foreclosure Upkeep Increase the Banks to do more short sales?
New Law Requires Banks to Hire Property Manager and Spend Money on Maintenance and Fix Up.
I did appraisal online @ realestateabc.com and found the home appraised 68,616, I went back on today and its stating 74,500. How is that?
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Foreclosure (REO) Listings on the Market in Livonia, MI (55 additional properties available)
Current Foreclosures on the Market Livonia, MI 12/10/2011 Address Price Bedrooms Baths Basement Sq. ft.19001 Gilman $25,000 3 1 Yes 91220399 Beatrice $26,000 3 1 No 86020221 Melvin $43,900 3 2 No 169415669…
Foreclosure (REO) Listings on the Market in Dearborn Heights, MI (40 additional properties available)
Current Foreclosures on the Market Dearborn Heights, MI 12/10/2011 Address Price Bedrooms Baths Basement Sq. ft.25518 Powers $10,560 3 1 No 94926094 Hanover $21,000 3 1 Yes 122324913 Hass $22,000…
Foreclosure (REO) Listings on the Market in Garden City, MI (30 additional properties available)
Current Foreclosures on the Market Garden City, MI 12/10/2011 Address Price Bedrooms Baths Basement Sq. ft.28414 Hennepin $15,000 3 1 No 115230712 Pardo $22,000 3 1 No 139329523 Winter $28,500 3 1.5 No 11985826…
Foreclosure (REO) Listings on the Market in Redford, MI (60 additional properties available)
Current Foreclosures on the Market Redford, MI 12/10/2011 Address Price Bedrooms Baths Basement Sq. ft.15413 Pomona $17,000 3 1.5 Yes 100218859 Indian $17,000 3 1 No 100719149 Centralia $19,250…
How (not) to Fail When Selling a Home in Bergen County
Many home sellers and real estate agents in Bergen County NJ assume that they can get a home sold just by placing it on the MLS, putting a yard sign, doing open houses and a few craigslist ads. Although…
Finding An Edgewater Apartment For A Good Price
Finding the right place to buy is a process. You will need to understand the market statistics, look at what's been sold in the last 6 months in the complex you are interested in. Most buyers don't do…
Foreclosure (REO) Listings on the Market in Westland, MI (60 additional properties available)
Current Foreclosures on the Market Westland, MI 12/10/2011 Address Price Bedrooms Baths Basement Sq. ft.35234 Webster $19,000 2 1 No 120430713 Grandview $24,000 3 1.5 No 15198270 Perrin $24,900…
Should You Buy A Single Family House In Edgewater Or Condo Townhouse
Many buyers contemplate this question: should I buy a house or a townhouse?When you own a single family home you usually have more privacy, more land, no rules to obey by, and no monthly maintenance fees.…
Buying and Selling For Profit, Bergen County NJ
Its been over 14 years since I started working with investors. There are many types of real estate investments out there, but I want to focus on Single Family homes in Bergen County NJ.What to do before…
Buy and Rent, Increase your Real Estate Portfolio
Most Investors are looking for ROI (Return on Investment) of 7%+ with appreciation potential to make 10% or more within a year to 2 years. Buying income producing properties vary between residential and…
Morning Minutes: December 11th
Morning Minutes: Dec. 11   GateHouse News Service Posted Dec 11, 2011 Word of the Day Armistice AHR-muh-stus (noun) Temporary suspension of hostilities by agreement between the opponents;…
Home Buy Christmas #3 - 1110 Curry Lane - Key West
Would you like to own a home in Key West next year where you and your family or friends could gather for an Old Fashioned Christmas in a house with warmth and character? If so, consider how the listing…
Community League to Host Christmas Tea
Community League to host Christmas Tea   Wicked Local Marshfield Posted Dec 11, 2011 Marshfield — The Community League will host its annual Christmas Tea on Wednesday, Dec. 14, in the…
How would I go about setting up an appointment to tour the house for sale on E 6th St N, Madison NE?
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Marshfeld Cross Country: Joel Hubbard places 35th at Foot Locker Nationals
Marshfield cross country: Joel Hubbard places 35th at Foot Locker Nationals By Ryan Wood GateHouse News Service Posted Dec 10, 2011 Marshfield — Marshfield High School senior Joel Hubbard…
New Listings from Marc White : December 11th
Today's NEW Property listings in the High Country of North Carolina – From Marc White… If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to call or email me anytime. Click on the link below to open…
Jay-Z and Beyonce check out Ricky Martin's Miami Beach home
December 02, 2011 03:45PMJay-Z, Beyonce and Ricky Martin's 5130 North Bay Road homeJay-Z and Beyonce checked out Ricky Martin's 9,491-square-foot mansion while home shopping in Miami Beach, TMZ reported. The…
Volunteers needed at Marshfeld COA
Volunteers needed at Marshfield COA   Wicked Local Marshfield Posted Dec 11, 2011 Marshfield — People are asked to donate a few hours weekly as a volunteer at the Senior Center on a regular…
Charlotte NC Homes for Sale--9828 Red Rock Road
Charlotte NC Homes for Sale--9828 Red Rock RoadDon't miss this classic brick ranch in Sardis Oaks, a South Charlotte neighborhood with convenient access to uptown Charlotte NC and historic Matthews NC. …
Getting Buyers to work with you.
How does a buyer or seller determine that they would like to work with you? There are so many agents out there so why work with me. Well I have to say I was out with a couple yesterday and one of the reasons…
Hello, I would like to look at this property on Stewart Ave. KCK asap. Thanks Kim Collins 9132079820
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30 Year Interest Rates Decline to a New Record Low of 3.95%
30 Year Fixed Interest Rates Drop Below 4% With the south Florida real estate market continuing to heal as we wind down 2011 interest rates last week hit an all time new record low. Buyers who are diligently…
Middlesex County NJ Market Commentary - December 2011
Middlesex County NJ Market Commentary - December 2011 Reporting period: November 2011 Source data is from the prof. Middlesex County Multiple Listing System database. Calculated on Saturday 12/10/2011. Only…
Middlesex County NJ Real Estate Statistics - December 2011
Middlesex County NJ Real Estate Statistics - December 2011 Those Middlesex County real estate statistics include residential one family only. They do not include townhouses, condos, co-ops, multi-family,…
Church for Sale in Atlanta Also Available for Lease Purchase
Looking for a small start up church building in the Atlanta area?   Here is a church to fit your start up congregation and church budget.  The sanctuary holds approximately 60 people ( the chairs in…
Read The Fine Print
Many states require the seller of a home to fill out a real estate disclosure statement when transferring the title. The disclosure is designed to reveal any material defects in the home to the new owner.…
who is the contact for this apartment? scr@unidesign.com http://www.trulia.com/rental/3068755491-Apartment-G
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Beginner's Guide To Kayaking
Beginner's Guide To Kayaking Start Date: 12/12/2011 10:00 AM End Date: 12/12/2011 1:00 PM Description: Taught by Gaea Guides at Eco Preserve, this introductory course teaches you how to get started…
Atlanta Foreclosure - Gutted, Vandalized & So Much More
Appraising and selling homes since 1989 has allowed me to see thousands of homes. The last several years of foreclosure appraisals has surpassed all of the previous "quiet" years. If you're looking for…
Bill Allred's Classic Jazz Band
  Bill Allred's Classic Jazz BandOrganization: Cultural Center of Charlotte County Charlotte County Jazz Society presents the great Bill Allred's Classic Jazz Band. Join us at The Cultural Center of Charlotte…
Holiday Open House! Thursday at 4pm
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East Greenwich RI 02818 Market Report
East Greenwich RI 02818 Real Market Report   6 East Greenwich RI homes have been sold in November 2011:       5 homes sold over $400,000             1 home sold for under $300,000  There…
REFERRAL: Looking for an Agent to find a client to Rent or buy in Philadelphia. Can you Help?
I am a Florida Real Estate Broker. My client is relocating to Philadelphia and need a local expert to help him find a property to rent and maybe to buy in Philadelphia. Please let me know if and…
Eyes & Ears Update: Brrr..
Fellow Eyes & Ears   During the course of this mid-December week, please be on the lookout for:   -Pellet or wood stoves with low, erratic-sounding fans; While these stoves   generate great heat,…
Should you use a Realtor to sell your home?
Most home owners will want to use a Realtor to sell their home. This is because they don’t have the time or the expertise to sell the home themselves. That said, I’ve spoke to many home owners that…
Best home improvements to fix before you sell
7 things that your should always fix before you sell your home 1. Paint the exterior of your home. Make sure the exterior siding and trim around the windows and the eaves is properly maintained and painted…
When is the worst time to list your home?
Sometimes you just don’t have a choice when you list your home. You list your home when you need to sell your home. But if you have a choice as to when you should list your home, you should not list…
9 things that you should never do before you sell your home
Don’t fix the hot tub heater.  This is one item that you should not fix before you sell your home. This is because the hot tub is not given any value for the purposes of the appraisal. Since it is not…
Home owners-Quit being stupid, picky and dirty and let your Realtor sell your home!
Realtors and home buyers have limited times when they can look at your home. Buyers and Realtors will schedule times that will work for them.  If they have Tues and Wed. off, this is when they’ll want…
What is the best season to appraise your home and why?
Many borrower need money when they need it. Sometimes it’s strictly based on when the interest rate is the best.  But if you have a choice, I’m going to tell you when it’s the best time to appraise…
How Realtor thoughts differ from appraiser thoughts
Realtors and appraisers are supposed to know about houses, right? Both are knowledgeable about homes and how to determine home value. So how do appraisers differ from Realtors?   Realtors are more concerned…
Has anyone heard of Jonathan Blackwell, the 203k loan specialist? or 203kloan.net?
I've read a lot of information about him, but has anyone worked with him, or have any other information?
Tandem Garages
I was hosting an open house today and I had one agent and one neighbor both complaining to me about the fact that tandem garages are so popular now and not efficient enough.  Since most people who owns…
Our home is FSBO. We had a buyer's agent contact us to show our home to her client. Are we required to pay her a commission?
We can handle all the financial and legal paperwork ourselves. We really don't need her services, that's why we're FSBO.
I have a rental property in Oklahoma and the values dropped considerably. Has the Obama Relief program been implemented yet for me to refi a rental
property that is now underwater in terms of value? It dropped 50% lower than my purchase price. I have never been late in my payments and have good credit.
Hi, I have a question regarding the sellers legal obligation to the selling agent.
We put our property up for sale literally 24 hours ago, and I mentioned it to a neighbor of mine this morning in our building who wants to buy our unit. Basically, the agent has had nothing to do with…
Home Buyers Need to be Educated When Purchasing a Home
When purchasing a home, it is important to work with professionals that will educate you about the process and look out for your best interest. That is why I have selected lenders that I can recommend…
It's time! Anyone getting their homes ready for winter?
With temps near the 90s in October, it's easy to forget that winter is right around the corner and it usually arrives about the time those trick-or-treaters are putting on their masks. Anyone want…
What kind of Open House traffic are folks getting?
I am getting back to do doing Open Houses and I am wondering what type of traffic other agents are getting at their opens. Personally, I have not had much luck in converting buyers/sellers via open houses.…
Creepy Homes
I have been working with this investor around a year now, showing him homes every now and then. He called me up a couple days ago wanting to see a home but I couldn't show it to him until Saturday. When…
Balboa Island Market Update - November, 2011
Balboa Island in Newport Beach is a man made set of three islands in Newport Beach and they include the main island, the little island and Collins Island. Collins Island in Newport Beach is a gated…
I need to move by the 30th and hope you can find us something
The Fire Marshall inspected the house we rent and the land lord in Fl. said the were not going to fix up the place so now we have to move out by the 30th this month. Can you Help us ?
Homestead Question
I own a second home here in Vegas that is free and clear. My daughter is currently living in the home for about 50% less rent than what the market would demand. Could my wife and I file a Homestead on…
Los Angeles Holiday Events 2011 - My Picks
The holiday season is fast approaching and there are plenty of Los Angeles holiday events from which to choose.Let’s take a look at some of them:52nd Annual L.A. County Holiday CelebrationSaturday,…
Mahoning County Areas at Risk
The fall / winter 2011 analysis of the Mahoning County real estate situation is as follows:Youngstown is extremely blighted and values continue to fall as crime continues to climb:https://picasaweb.go…
Interested in finding a home in Cloverdale/Garden District
I am currently going through a divorce and expect to get a large lump sum settlement which I would like to use towards buying a house. I would like to buy under a lease purchase option so I would have…
Las Vegas NV Area Rental Market Report
Renters are becoming buyers finally as resale purchase prices drop and economic conditions in the valley are preventing high numbers of new incoming residents to move here. This has softened rental prices…
I read that closing costs can be 2-5% of the price of the home. Is that true? What is the trend especially on higher priced homes. For example, a
home range we are looking at next year is around $900,000 which means closing costs could be up to $45,000? That does not seem right at all
Our buyers had their agent's husband do the whole house inspection. Came up with a bunch of nit-pick repairs. Is this not a conflict of?
interest? Not only is the agent's husband an inspector, she is too!! Our home is 11 yrs old and in pristine condition (no lie!). These buyers contracted our home for a stealing price AND closing…
Thumbs down, it's been bugging me for a while so I thought I'd ask, what purpose does it serve?
I believe thumbs up and best answer is a viable way to reward exceptional responses but thumbs down is meant to have what effect? Why not reward what you like and just leave the rest alone? What effect…
After economy stalls it, development again revs up at the Domain
ByShonda Novak AMERICAN-STATESMAN STAFF   Saturday, Dec. 10, 2011 http://www.statesman.com/business/real-estate/after-economy-stalls-it-development-again-revs-up-2024143.html   After being stalled during…
How do I update my home pictures? I did a complete renovation in Oct 2011.
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Questions for Home Buyers!
Ready to buy in Manhattan?Know the answers to these questions before you contact a buyer's broker!Jolie MussLicensed Real Estate Broker The Upper West Side’s Buyer’s Broker 331 Columbus Avenue …
Looking for a few ideas to save the housing industry?
BY SHAH GILANI, Capital Waves Strategist, Money MorningIf this week's economic reports showed us anything, it's the fact that two years into what's supposed to be an economic recovery, the U.S. housing…
Looking for a few ideas to save the housing industry?
BY SHAH GILANI, Capital Waves Strategist, Money MorningIf this week's economic reports showed us anything, it's the fact that two years into what's supposed to be an economic recovery, the U.S. housing…
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