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how soon can I refinance after buying a home?
Bought a home last month and would like to refinance at a rate 50bps lower than my current one which was locked in around 3/20 when it was relatively high. My current lender has no prepayment penalty but…
Can an internet appraisal replace an actual appraisal if the loan amount is significantly less than the value of the home?
Are there such services as internet appraisals? I was reading an article a while back and recall that instead of spending $500 for an appraisal you can spend $50 for an internet appraisal if the loan…
I would like to rent this and put a hold on it, how can I contact the owner?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/rental/3032330843-49-Temple-Pl-Boston-MA-02111
10 Tips for Moving With Pets
10 Tips for Moving With Pets Moving to a new home can be stressful on your pets, but there are many things you can do to make the process as painless as possible. Experts at The Pet Realty Network (…
Should I get rid of a metal roof in a very high end neighborhood?
I have a stucco modern house with a green metal roof. The surrounding houses are mostly estates.
We are looking for a mother daughter set up in Nassau County, family consists of 2 grandparents, a mother & father & 2 little boys).
We have been looking in Floral Park, Bellerose, Rockville Centre, Lynbrook, Malverne, Merrick Woods though we would look elsewhere if the area matches the above criteria.
I was wondering if it maybe possible to schedule a time to come see this property?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/rental/3029792221-3725-Tiki-Dr-Panama-City-Beach-FL-32408
how much is lot rent??
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3059095373-12650-California-St-34-Yucaipa-CA-92399
interested. please contact me
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/rental/3071780274-2127-Highway-64-New-Richmond-WI-54017
Hi, I would like to know if it is advisable to rent a detached home in 'W Marlette Avenue Glendale, AZ 85301 "
What would be the rent for a detached 4/2 with one car garage? Is it a common rental area? Thanks so much
Where to find all answers?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3069621559-277-Grosbeak-Ln-Naples-FL-34114
How is the sellers market looking for George Co? We are finishing a remodel and are ready to downsize.
Our house is 2700 sq. ft. on 8 ac. All the upgrades, including elevator to basement. We are being told that Geo. Co. is really a hot market right now. We don't want it to set on the market too long and…
Market Statistics for the Charlotte Area
Trying to decide where to live in the Charlotte area can be a daunting task.  Many times just finding out what you can afford is the biggest hurdle to jump over.  But also what you can afford can make…
Lender requests me to refine. my current condo where I am living in into a non-owner occupied mortgage, do I need to do that??
I am purchasing a new home. And I just did a refine on the current condo with owner occupy rate to bring down the mortgage, so that I would qualify the loan for the new house. Do I need to refine my current…
Water View North Kingstown RI Home for Sale-Rhode Island Real Estate
Water View North Kingstown RI Home for Sale-Rhode Island Real Estate.  No need to wait for your vacation, summer or year round beach North Kingstown home for sale.  Stunning, architecturally renovated…
Easy Loan for Buying Fix Up Properties
Starboard Financial has a portfolio loan program that is very similar to the FHA 203k loan. The Starboard loan is much easier to close and you can finance anything that improves the property including…
I have a question about applying for a loan in person than recieving a packet in the mail.
I filled out a loan application with my loan officer last Saturday, he insured me they would send me apacket but that I did not need to do anything since I already applied in person. Well there are some…
Is this place available to view tomorrow? Thank you.
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/rental/3058472136--Tulip-Cres-Little-Falls-NJ-07424
3 things to look for when interviewing an agent
Selecting a real estate agent is a very important part of the process whether you are a buyer, seller or both. You need to select someone who is seasoned in Memphis real estate transactions, knows the…
Im looking for a bed or a room at miami beach. from june 14th to sep 10th. please contact me as soon as possible.
im a chinese college student, i will work at miami beach for three months. i just want a room or a bed. please contact me as quick as possble. thank you. here is my email address. baosongjuxin@163.com
Fla. justices hear homestead exemption argument
Fla. court: Should non-resident owners get the tax deduction if relatives in the home, such as children, qualify for it? Read more.
LAS VEGAS.NOW IS THE RIGHT TIME TO BUY INVESTMENT PROPERTY? WALL STREET JOURNAL
A new development is catching home buyers off guard as the spring sales season gets under way: Bidding wars are back.From California to Florida, many buyers are increasingly competing for the same house.…
BPOs Are Flooding out of the Gates this week. 30 and counting!
This is the third week in a row the volume seems to be going crazy. I'm driving all over creation taking photos. I'm glad to have the business but sometimes it makes you want to scream. Bring on the pain.…
Is this unit aval.now?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/rental/3057490318--Highland-Ave-Cincinnati-OH-45219
Get Help Buying a Home with Government Assistance – Program #1: FHA First Time Buyer Program
If you are interested in buying a home, but you think you might need a little assistance to make it happen, you will be happy to know that that there are several government programs available to help make…
Negotiating Tip from Billionaire Eli Broad
Eli Broad , home builder (Kaufman & Broad), and head of a retirement savings company, worth confirmed to be  $6 billion, shares some important tips for business negotiations in his upcoming "How to.."…
Play to Win When Buying a Home
Many areas of the United States are seeing a shift towards a seller's market. In a seller's market, homes for sale may receive multiple offers and are often sold in less time. Home sellers get excited…
800 mark lane - The Mark San Diego, 3 new condos for sale!
 3 new condos for sale at the Mark San Diego in the last 10 days! Yaay! Unit 2001 in the Mark, 2br 2ba with 1321 sq ft, this one is definitely a great condo with 180 degrees city and perfect ball park…
Many see improving housing markets in May!
Some of the most battered housing markets during the housing crisis, plagued with a number of foreclosures and falling home prices, is on the mend, joining a list of improving housing markets in May,…
what are the main questions we need to ask about the land we want to purchase?
we are going to see about some property and we want to make sure we ask all the right questions about the property..
It's a Seller's Market!
Hey Seller's! You're still thinking about selling??? Now is the time! There is a shortage of inventory on the market in the Bay Area and The Hagley Group is getting multiple offers over asking price for…
Budget Kitchen Makeover Tips for Denver Home Sellers
As you begin the process of selling your home, one of the first things a professional realtor such as Denver based Preferred Properties in Washington Park will tell you is that a nice kitchen can sell…
when does offer taken as accepted?
this question is concerning contract law
Tips for Living Green in Denver CO Homes
Whether you are a Denver area resident who has been ecology minded for many years, or a newcomer to environmental concerns, you have one good factual reason to be interested in tips for living green –…
Home Remodeling Projects That Pay Best in Northern VA.
 All home remodeling projects paid off big in Northern VA during the short real estate boom and many owners still have miss conceived ideas of what improvements pay. I will not soon forget the days of…
Denver Home Sales Approach Highest Level in Two Years!
Home Sales Approaches Highest Level in Two Years  It’s really hard not to notice the flourishing real estate market here in Denver. With its developing residential areas, lavish houses, friendly neighborhoods,…
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ME ENCANTARIA PODER RENTAR UNA CASA CON OPCION A COMPRA Y LA VERDAD Q ME HAN DICHO Q ESO ES UNA FALSEDAD Y HAY VECES TERMINA EN ROBO DE IDENTIDAD!! YO VIVO EN MIAMI,FLORIDA Y AKI HAY MUCHAS CASAS VACIAS…
BofA Starts Writing Off Borrowers’ Mortgage Debt?
More than 200,000 underwater home owners with mortgages through Bank of America may be eligible to have a reduction in the amount they owe on their loan, which could possibly trim their monthly payments…
how can i buy this property?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1066323668-16421-NE-138th-St-MO-Kearney-64060
Is this house still available?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1080946179-841-Smithonia-Rd-Winterville-GA-30683
Still Available?
Hey I'm really interested in this place! Is it still available? Please Email me back or call me at 248 396 4272! I am interested in subleasing it for 3 months Thanks Nicole -- This question is about…
Anyone have a list of HOAs or condo compexes in the Sun Valley Area?
We offer a cost effective proven, sustainable funding amentiy program HOAs love.
New Listing - Walk to the Makefield Township Golf Club
1494 Merrick Rd, Yardley, PA This is a beautifully appointed home on a large one acre lot with golf course views! This 4 bedroom, 3 bath, 4364 Sq Ft home in Lower Makefield Township has many upgrades…
We have been offered a price that is 5000 less than what we owe, is it worth it for us to pay that out of pocket rather than wait for another offer?
Our home has been on the market for 2 months and this offer came from the only individual who has toured the home. The offer is also only 4000 less than the home appraised 2 years ago.
The Coastal Real Estate Market's Health
Very often I have clients looking in the coastal areas of North San Diego County expecting a huge inventory of distressed properties. In the challanging market that we have had the last few years this…
When buying a house or condo, is it better to use a realtor other than the listing agent since the?
listing agent may have the interests of the seller in higher regard than a potential buyer. In other words, will the listing agent be impartial or equal in looking out for the interests of both parties,…
How do I search for a rent to own or lease option on this site?
I am looking for a home within a 20 mile radius of zip code 17013 with a lease or rent to own option.
Hello Dear, Can I know some more information about this property? Thank You. Mahen..
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/foreclosure/3080094387--N-Ridge-Blvd-1D-Chicago-IL-60645
Is this house still for sale or did it sell in January?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3053357616-6655-McKinney-Creek-Rd-Tahoma-CA-96142
Rental Market in Downtown San Diego
Specializing in helping people buy and sell properties in San Diego, especially the Downtown market, I often get approached by folks asking for help with rentals. Now I have to be honest, it is not the…
How Bike Friendly Is LA?
A friend recently told me that LA was making moves to be more bike friendly. Is that true / even possible?
Feds Downplay Potential of "Foreclosures-to-Rentals?"
Senior FHFA official Meg Burns has clarified that the only goal of a pilot foreclosure-to-rent program is to gauge whether housing supply can be reduced and neighborhoods stabilized through bulk sales.…
Seattle Eastside Real Estate Stats for April 2012
 The April 2012 Seattle Real Estate Stats are out…the RED on the map indicates a Seller’s Market of 0-3 months of inventory; most of the Seattle area is showing 2 months or less of inventory.  This…
What's My Home Worth?
What’s My Home Worth? ( Click Here For A Free Estimate) You Might Be Surprised!!  Homes are selling for 10% - 20% over List/ Appraised Value. If You have been thinking about Selling your home, NOW is…
What is the closing cost based on?
What are the lawyers fees based on? Should we expect a percentage of the house value? Or lawyers have closing cost fees based on time invested for the closing process? Thanks! -- This question is about…
Are there any decent rentals left?
Hello there, My family is looking for an Irvine rental to occupy the first week of May 2012. Here is our criteria: -2BR loft or 3BR home, preferably in the Northwood or surrounding area. -Max…
does it have a room on the main floor?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3079523827-Apt-Condo-Twnhm-Miami-FL-33186
Is 121 park drive apt # 44 still available for $1400? I am very interested. Please contact me at emily.rosenholm@gmail.com. Thanks!
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/rental/3054913638-121-Park-Dr-44-Boston-MA-02215
is the apartment still available for rent on early June - late July? if so, can we see the apartment?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/rental/3012480089-2297-Laguna-St-10-San-Francisco-CA-94115
Please excuse my ignorance about the real estate transactions, but I have a question about listing agents.
Is the listing agent the realtor who is selling the home or property? Are any realtors allowed to help a customer buy ANY home on the market ? and when are realtors required to split commissions…
iS THIS PROPERTY STILL AVAILABLE AND IF SO, WHEN CAN I SEE IT?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/rental/3082298385--Garrards-Xing-Roswell-GA-30075
banks offering fha an va refinance loans in dupage county area. Do not want mortgage companies - just banks?
elderly parents have home equity coming due. They need to find new loan
Beautiful Homes in North Las Vegas for Sale
For a wonderful new home that will never cease to excite and enchant your family, take a look at the homes for sale in North Las Vegas! When you move to North Las Vegas, you will be stunned by how far…
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