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What is Your World Like on Thanksgiving Day?
 What is Your World Like on Thanksgiving Day?  As I look out a clients window to our world and happenings, I am grateful for my family and friends that support me in my life and real estate work.  It…
I'm thinking of buying a home in West Milford, somewhere next to Pinecliff lake. But Trulia users estimate this town - average. Why?
Should I switch to another town? What threatens me there? Other towns in this area are with the grade - excellent (Ringwood, Bloomingdale) What's the difference? I would really appreciate your help.
Would converting a bedroom into a larger bathroom increase or deacrease the value of the home?
We currently own a 3 bedroom house. The bathroom is very tiny and inconvenient. We have a 9x10 bedroom that we could convert into a bathroom and make the existing bathroom part of the master bedroom, making…
How often are your comps updated and what resources are used to validate your data?
I want to list my house with comps and get comps on three others I may want to buy.
If a house is in pre-foreclosure, is there a way to find out when it will be listed with a Real Estate company?
My husband and I found a house that we are interested in buying that is a pre-foreclosure. Is there a way that we can find out when it will be listed with an agent so we can put in our cash offer? We have…
Irving Real Estate Statistics - October 2011
Irving Housing Market - October 2011Irving real estate during the month of October was a bit disappointing. 84 Irving homes for sale sold during the month of October at an average sales price of $177,426.…
i would like to view the apartment, and the location. i would like to be contacted my name is Shernette 5512260094. Thank you.
my email address is sherrypear90@yahoo.com -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/rental/3069806675-140-Hutton-St-Jersey-City-NJ-07307
OCTOBER INCREASE IN HOUSE SALES BEAT ANALYST EXPECTATIONS
 Home sales rose 1.4 % Nationally in October from September levels to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.97 million and were up 13.5% from the 4.38 million level of October 2010.  Pre-foreclosure…
Is there a way to generate a brochure through Trulia?
Looking to generate simple but professional brochures for homes that give important details, such as room sizes, square footage, etc. If it can pull the info directly from the MLS and auto fill that would…
Do you have more picture, bedrooms, bathrooms, den, and backyard, garage, etc?
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monthly maintainance ?
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Need Home Repairs After Irene? Watch For Contractor Scammers!
Great article with some tips on selecting a reputable contractor to assist you with any home repairs needed caused by Hurricane Irene or otherwise.Check it out!Homeowners who found themselves in the sights…
Landlord Tips
The pitch is compelling: Buy a vacant house or apartment building and rent it out to some of the throngs of Americans who have lost their homes to foreclosure. With interest rates near record lows and…
Housing Affordability Hovers Near Record Levels
Ultra-low interest rates mixed with stabilizing home prices continued to push housing affordability in the third quarter near its highest levels in more than two decades, according to the latest National…
Looking for a townhouse in homestead need a very good agent...
I'm looking for a town house under $80,000 I currently live in boston. Please email me kompakingzent@gmail.com
Mortgage Acronyms & Abbreviations (what does PITI mean?)
Even though it may not feel like it when you are applying for a loan, the mortgage industry likes to take a lot of short cuts, particularly when it comes to communicating (OK well maybe you can believe…
will they take 20.000 down on quarterdeck dr 59,130,i own condo on island it is for sale,can pay 1.500 a month work over seas,for 20 years
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South Florida resale inventory down
NuRiver Landing in Fort LauderdaleResidential resale inventory in South Florida is down 58 percent since Thanksgiving in 2008, according to a report from Condo Vultures. There were almost 108,000 properties…
City of Chino Hills Gets A New Technology Gadgets For Library
The City of Chino Hills was recently granted $250,000 from the Federal Institute of Museums and Library Services. This grant allowed the library to obtain some new technology gadgets such as:14-iPads10…
My office started using the NACA loan program (San Antonio) to offer zero down financing in all area's of Austin.
We've found that the program is slow (6 months) and full of hurdles. We've had a few closings with the loan program, but have had slow response time and weak results. I'm curious what other…
Do you want to know how to purchase a home in New Orleans with 100% Financing, No Closing Cost, No PMI, and?
No Application Fee? There is a Non Profit organzation located in the city that offer financing with No Down Payment, No Closing Cost, No PMI, and No Application. The organization is called NACA.
Canadians "endvestors" looking for cheap Florida real estate
Tides on Hollywood BeachThe increasing number of Canadians buying Florida real estate on the cheap has earned them a new name: "endvestors," or those who buy properties in Florida looking to rent them…
Angry west Broward residents fight detention center in Southwest Ranches
I cannot imagine what impact this would have on the area if this detention center gets approved.A contentious crowd told federal and local officials on Saturday just what they thought of a proposal to…
Minorities Received Worse Loan Terms?
A new study by the Center for Responsible Lending found that blacks and Hispanics were offered risky loan terms three times more than whites. More specifically, researchers found that blacks and Hispanics…
anyone have contact information for the seller of this home?
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CONSIDERING LISTING YOUR ST MATTHEWS OR BROWNSBORO ROAD HOME?
I have buyers and know fellow Semonin agents who also have eager buyers, preapproved and ready to jump on move in ready homes in 40207, 40222, and 40223. Call me if I can help you quickly solve your…
More Transparency urged on Buyer “Appraisal Costs and Settlement forms.”
Buyers should have more “upfront information” about appraisal costs on settlement forms, the Appraisal Institute, joined by other organizations, wrote in a joint letter to the Consumer Financial Protection…
Where is this property located on the Lake. Map itplease Thanks, Tim Patton
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Mortgage Scams Rise on Search Engines
Federal investigators are investigating the Google, Bing, and Yahoo! search engines in a hunt to find con artists who are using the sites to dupe troubled home owners.   The online ads posted by scammers…
Buyer Beware!
It amazes me how so many people still don't understand the need for a realtor when buying a home. The other day I was entering the real estate office (Keller Williams) and who walks up? A long time friend…
Just Sold in Warner Robins GA 31088 – Warner Robins Homes
Just Sold in Warner Robins GA 31088 – Warner Robins Homes Another Warner Robins GA home has SOLD, courtesy of Anita Clark, ColdwellBanker SSK Realtors in Warner Robins GA. Tony found me online and together…
Just be Thankful You've Got a Job
Just be Thankful You've Got a Job By Kelly Eggers Forget those retirement plans or that big promotion. Just feel lucky you've got a job. According to a survey from LinkedIn, 63% of professionals worldwide…
Economic worries keep lid on mortgage rates
Economic worries keep lid on mortgage rates Rates at or near record lows for fourth week in a rowBy Inman News Image Karen Roach/Shutterstock A weekly survey of lenders by Freddie Mac showed mortgage…
Thanksgiving in Tough Times Offers Blessings to be Realized
Most of you who are reading this do not remember the Great Depression of the 1930s, but we know it was a hard time that saw many good people flounder and fall, giving up because they could not find a means…
HOME ADAPTATIONS FOR SENIOR ADULTS
Most seniors would prefer to age in place, but health and aging issues can prevent full access to the house. Raised thresholds and bathrooms represent fall risks, doorknobs become difficult to turn, and…
What are you Thankful for this Thanksgiving?
Wishing everyone a very Happy and Thankful Thanksgiving Holiday!  
does this house have elevator ?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1075994898-1007-Enclave-Ter-Sugar-Land-TX-77478
Happy Thanksgiving to You & Yours..
Happy Thanksgiving to you & yours... While you relax & enjoy this Thanksgiving holiday, take a quiet moment to ponder the essence of the day. Be thankful for your bounty, in whatever shape…
AB 284 already has banks moving quickly to comply with the new law.
"Before proceeding with foreclosure activities, Bank of America is ensuring that our processes are designed to be carried out in accordance with the new legislation in Nevada."- J. Bauwens, executive @…
AB 284 - A chance to let banks liquidate and give homeowners a breath of air.
Assembly Bill 284, just enacted by the state government, puts a brief hold on the avalanche of foreclosure notices sent out by banks. This allows them to sell a good chunk of their current inventory, get…
Prudential Montana Real Estate Merges With Montana Territorial Land Company
Prudential Montana Real Estate Teams with Montana Territorial Land Company, Ennis, Montana The merger of the state's only Prudential Real Estate affiliate with Montana Territorial Land Company places Prudential…
Renting Your Home? 7 Things You Need to Know
Written by Kathryn TuggleFacing a down economy and uncertain housing market, many homeowners are looking to make extra cash by renting out rooms in their homes.According to Harvard's Joint Center for…
For Sale The Summit A Home & Community To Die For 165,000
This Beautfiul 4BR, 2.5 BA priced ready to sell!  The home boasts: beautiful hardwoods floors, the master suite is on the main floor with hardwoods, his & her closets, double vanity sink and separate…
SCREAMING DEAL Big Bear Lake CA 92315 2 Bedroom Cabin for $105K 40075 Forest Rd! Great Thanksgiving Purchase! 909 856-7553
11-23-2011HURRY!!  Purchase this property BEFORE it goes on the market, next week!  Call me ASAP to view the inside!  Escape to Big Bear Lake this weekend!!!Pride of ownership shows, same owner for…
Pricing Right Get's it Sold With a Higher Net
Let me tell you what pricing can do for you. I recently listed a home for sale on a Monday and had it under contract by Sunday. I showed the sellers what similar homes sold for within the last six months…
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ive been trying to buy a home went through several phases of paying things off my credit Fico was 640 now 604. have even open up new credit to help
increase my score. it been 4 months since talked to a local lender. is there anyone that can get me financed i feel like im getting the run around
Why Buyers Should Use a Realtor®
Why Buyers Should Use a Realtor®
La Cañada Flintridge Home Values Report, October 2011
It is time for the La Cañada Flintridge Home Values Report for October, 2011.Inventory vs. Sales ActivityInventory continues it's downward trend.  At just 78 homes on the market for sale, we are seeing…
this home on 155 holly is listed As OFF market, does this mean it has been sold??
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/New_York/Buffalo/sold/20483000-155-Holly-St-Buffalo-NY-14206
Appealing to Your Seller's Emotions May Help with Home Negotiations
The home buying/selling process can be stressful for both parties. One way to cut the tension may be to appeal to the seller's emotions and to lean on your Realtor for advice on how to handle the negotiation…
1624 Alabama Sells for $520k in Bernal Heights - San Francisco!
Does anyone remember this pink duplex on Alabama near Precita Park? It just closed for $520k, vacant. The units were in very rough shape but it had a great back yard.Rich Bennett, Realtor415.305.4911…
Orange County Market Update
Orange County Market Update The total number of homes sold for September, single-family and condos, was 2,386. Of those 1,737 were single-family homes. Believe it or not, of those, 1,173 were standard,…
What is the best option for getting rid of our home before three years is out on first time buyer tax credit? Can you rollover loss to next mortgage?
My husband and I bought a condo in San Jose for $313k at the end of 2009. Houses with the same floor plan sold for $500-600k in 2005-2006 so we thought we were getting a great deal. We did an FHA loan…
Listing an Occupied Property – The Balancing Act!
It’s a common situation, but one without a standard solution: how do you handle a Gahanna area property listing when it’s leased or rented to an occupant other than the owner. Real estate brokers and…
Finding Love in the Holiday Season
It’s been a busy week for me, so my blogging has been a bit sporadic.  The reason? I’ve been preparing my latest listing for the market.   We worked hard on our flyers, advertising, staging, and…
Feds shut down dozens of online mortgage relief scams
Feds shut down dozens of online mortgage relief scamsThe federal government is cracking down on scammers who target struggling homeowners looking to lower their monthly mortgage payments. Hundreds of…
Is it worth refinancing our rental property?
Is it worth refinancing our rental property?Should I drop $40,000 to refinance my rental house now so I can save about $400-500 a month in mortgage costs? We currently owe $220,000 and the home just appraised…
Home foreclosures starting to rise again
Home foreclosures starting to rise againHome foreclosure filings rose in the third quarter, as recent declines in the rate of new foreclosures came to an end, according to an industry trade group. The…
Black Friday HUD homes for sale, Murfreesboro TN
Black Friday HUD Homes for sale in Murfreesboro TN?? Yes! There are many HUD foreclosures available, and I can show you how to purchase at Bargain prices! How low can you go???Call to schedule your showings…
Real Estate Moguls in the making....
www.zmainvestments.com In fact, reserves are expected to return to 2% under the actuaries' baseline scenario, which calls for home prices to rise over the next three years. That would put it within the…
Will FHA be the next big government bailout?
Will FHA be the next big government bailout?Continued trouble in the housing market has further eroded the Federal Housing Administration's reserves, leaving it with a very thin cushion to protect it against…
Building permits climb 11% in October
Building permits climb 11%http://money.cnn.com/2011/11/17/real_estate/housing_construction/index.htmPermits for housing construction climbed in October, signaling an uptick in optimism among homebuilders.…
still avail
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A smaller house will make a big difference
A smaller house will make a big differencehttp://money.cnn.com/2011/11/11/pf/make_money_2012_housing.moneymag/index.htmLast year the economic forecasting firm Fiserv predicted that home values would sink…
Existing home sales edge higher in October
Existing home sales edge higher in OctoberHomebuyers scooped up more previously owned homes in October, slowly putting a dent in the huge inventory on the market, an industry report showed Monday. Sales…
I would like more information about this property. :)
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393 Ben Albert Rd, Cottontown, TN $164,950 NEW LISTING
393 Ben Albert Rd, Cottontown, TN, $164,950 NEW LISTING This Sumner County listing has been WELL cared for!  The land is pristine, private setting.  New HVAC, roof, cabinets, and flooring.  1706 square…
HUD home for sale, Murfreesboro TN
HUD home for sale, Murfreesboro TN. Not your typical Foreclosure!Features Hardwood floors, custom cabinets, tile, loaded with trim, stainless appliances. Located in Very desireable subdivision, on .75…
Wondering what comprised Closing Costs!
 Brought to you by www.mariamakesihappen.infoClosing Costs The bundle of fees associated with the buying or selling of a home are called closing costs. Certain fees are automatically assigned to either…
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