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Things to do this weekend!!! ALL FREE
  FREE ~~~~~Artisians' Guild of Cape Cod Fine Art and Craft Show     Where/When: West Barnstable Community Building, Saturday and Sunday from 10      am    to 5 pm.  Why go: The fundraising…
Avoid Changes to Your Financial Profile During the Loan Process
Avoid Changes to Your Financial Profile During the Loan Process   Once your loan package has been sent to the lender, there are a number of things you should avoid doing that will change your financial…
My realtor goes to school in the day time and can only help at night, I'm under contract with him but I want out, is that possible? Help!
I've been looking to buy a house now for one month. Every time I find a house I'm interested in I have to wait until evening or the next day to get house information from my realtor since he's…
is 78 edehill dr 38301 still on the forclosed listing?g
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Tennessee/Jackson/sold/492403-78-Edgehill-Dr-Jackson-TN-38301
Home Ownership Remains a Top Priority for Renters
Nearly three out of four renters (72 percent) say owning a home is a top priority for their future, up from 63 percent a year ago, according to the 2011 National Housing Pulse Survey from the NATIONAL…
FACT: S Fla Home Inventories continue to SHRINK!
It is obvious to Realtors that the available listing inventory in the S Fla real estate market is declining. This is a FACT!  Here are the reasons: 1. Banks foreclosures have been slow. Short sales…
Real estate is selling!! Look at the numbers!
Pending home sales slip in July but up strongly from 2010 WASHINGTON – Aug. 29, 2011 – Pending home sales declined in July but remain well above year-ago levels, according to the National Association…
Market Report for Grayson Georgia per the GA MLS System as of 8/27
Curious of the current market conditions?  Need to know if now is the time to list your house for sale?   Check out the following market conditions for Grayson Georgia where the numbers speak for themselves.…
What condition is this house in? Plumbing in order? Cabinetry in kitchen? Has anything been destroyed? Appliances there? How do we bid? Leigh
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/foreclosure/3058296012--La-Quinta-Dr-Georgetown-TX-78628
If a house is in escrow....
what are some of the factors that can happen that would cause escrow NOT to close. On an REO can the bank still deny someone even if they're in escrow? Basically a house we are interested in is in escrow…
Have your read it?
I would say a mass majority of homeowners have never bothered to read their homeowner's insurance policy.  The recent damages from Irene have left citizens displaced, with a lot of them living in hotels. …
Who was the original architect for the house at 6870 Tokalon Dr, Dallas, Tx?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Texas/Dallas/sold/20964587-6870-Tokalon-Dr-Dallas-TX-75214
Is real estate selling in Avon Park Lakes? And what is the commission rate for realtors at this time as well as the time on market before a sale?
Is real estate selling in Avon Park Lakes? And what is the commission rate for realtors at this time as well as the time on market before a sale?
The Glass is Half Full
Are we there yet?  Amid all the dim outlooks for Berkeley-Oakland real estate and the economy in recent days, there’s definitely a positive way to look at it ... something on the order of the old saying,…
Decorator Colors Through the Years
Decorator Colors Through the Years by Carla Hill Travel back through time and our homes are a kaleidoscope of color. It seems every generation likes to break the rules of the previous decade and experiment…
Case-Schiller Index Worthless? Flawed?
Written by:  Mike Hill, Broker/Owner, MIKE HILL Real Estate, Guest ColumnistThe constantly quoted measure of home prices is the Case-Shiller Index, but what’s that got to do with you or me? Maybe nothing.…
why is the address on the house when you drive by a different address like 4 numbers or more?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1077341280-724-Winchester-St-Monroe-MI-48161
What do i need to qualify for USDA loan program for home in Hampton, Ga?
Me & my fiance are looking to buy a home, Our credit history is fair, she is working part time and I am working full time. We both have fair credit history.
Suburbia: The Movie, The Play, The Ideal Home
Suburbia: The Movie, The Play, The Ideal Home by PJ Wade If you are going to move to suburbia, you’ll do so in spite of what you learn, not because of it. The downside of life in suburbia is well documented.…
Know your options when it comes to foreclosure
There are many options to foreclosure. You should know you choices and don't panic
Is this house still on the market?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1089169146-10166-Tall-Hickory-Dr-Cordova-TN-38016
Has this house actually closed or not? Can someone still put in a back up bid?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Tennessee/Kodak/sold/593595-3929-Settlers-Trl-Kodak-TN-37764
Seller Advice: Stay Calm During Negotiations
Seller Advice: Stay Calm During Negotiations by Carla Hill After much soul searching and working the numbers, you decided to put your home on the market. You may be selling to change cities for a job…
What is the meaning?
Think about all of the holidays we celebrate here in the United States. Then think about how many you actually know the history behind.  Many of us just know we have the day off, or belabor over the fact…
College Grad looking in NYC 3bdr.
Recent college graduate looking for rental apartments in NYC, Jersey City or Hoboken. Apartment has too have 2-3bdr will be moving in with 2 friends.
Freddie Offers Cash Incentives for Buying Condos
Freddie Offers Cash Incentives for Buying Condos Daily Real Estate News | Tuesday, August 16, 2011 Freddie Mac’s HomeSteps unit is offering cash to buyers willing to purchase one of its foreclosed…
I wanted to know if a bank or mortgage company own this house, also is this an forclosed home. 12200 lansdowne. Who own this house ?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Michigan/Detroit/sold/2196431-12200-Lansdowne-St-Detroit-MI-48224
is it better to put your house on the market the same time or after your neighbors put theirs on the market?
We were planning on placing our home on the market early 2012. Recently the house 3 doors down went on the market. Should we place ours for sale now or wait?
Hampton Roads Agents don't miss free training and meetup
Virginia Beach ActiveRain Meet Up - Real Estate Agents, Brokers, Loan Officers, Title RepsGordon Biersch, Town Center4561 Virginia Beach Blvd Virginia Beach, VA 23462   SEPT 8TH, 2011 4PM-6PM RSVP by…
I am interested in this hampstead heath #22 property. What bank or agency is handling the sale?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/foreclosure/3061095307--Hampstead-Heath-22-Sarasota-FL-34235
New Rental! $1475 Great Kills
1 bedroom plus loft, 1 bathroomStunning condo in the heart of Great Kills. Beautifully maintained with Stainless Steel kitchen and pergo floors with extra storage room in the unit. Included in price are…
What happens after the bank accepts short sale offer?
The bank apparently accepted our offer on a short sale home. But what happens next? I know for financing our bank needs to appraise the property-- but why, and is there any concern? What happens next?…
Does this property have rules about 2 people per 1 bedroom? Currently My husband and I have a 1 bedroom apartment and we share a room with our baby
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/rental-community/9000024403/Rosewood-Apartments-8525-N-Armenia-Ave-Tampa-FL-33604/
Oakmont and Oakland subdivisions of Jackson, Madison County TN, houses for sale, properties listed in MLS, market information,
Oakmont and Oakland subdivisions of Jackson, Madison County TN, houses for sale, properties listed in MLS, market information, Robert Yancey REALTOR, EXIT SELECT REALTY, Jackson TN, here to assist those…
When the Lights Go Out...
the steady as you go bloggers get going and since it is Day 5 without electricity due to tropical storm Irene in RI, my North Kingstown real estate office & home is still without power and being in…
If a REO/forclosed SFH has been on the market since april, what are my chances of getting it at the list price or just 3 percent above? Hm in gd con.
Home was re-built in 2006 and is in good enough condition for FHA financing which is what I am pre-approved for. I am also going to offer to pay half of the closing costs. Thanks
What determines my interest rate?
Even with interest rates at historic lows, there are several factors that determine what your rate will be and there are some things you, the buyer, can do to lower your rate. The most obvious factor is…
Land Investment- Very Lucrative!
 Land investment deals can be very lucrative.  You would need to research  on planning, zoning and environmental issues.  These are just a few of the challenges a land investor faces.    "Here…
America's Housing Market, What Went Wrong?
The housing market in America has been a bit rocky. Record numbers of foreclosures, short sales bringing values down, jobs market leaving buyers feeling vulnerable, I can go on and on. How did we get here…
Hi. I'm interested in renting your apartment. How can I find out more information? Thanks.
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/rental/3057453630--8th-St-San-Francisco-CA-94103
What is the best way to force a short sale on an investment property? BofA just transferred the loan to greentree mortgage
I have two fourplexes that are underwater by about $200k total in AZ. This is a recourse state and I expect the bank to come after me if i stop paying. to boot, BofA just transferred servicing to green…
was this property owner financed?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/New_Jersey/Port_Norris/sold/20524943-6904-Yock-Wock-Rd-Port-Norris-NJ-08349
More people losing property for late tax payments
Thousands of Tampa Bay area residents have lost property after falling behind on their mortgages and even homeowners association dues. But there's a third way people are losing homes and land: delinquent…
Five Tips for U.S. Home Sellers
To say that these are trying times for U.S. home sellers would be an understatement. The U.S. economy is growing at a tepid rate. The U.S. unemployment rate is high, at 9.2 percent, and it appears job…
how much acreage goes with property?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3029982741-7684-Highway-1369-East-Stanford-KY-40484
Myrtle Beach Foreclosures
Right now there’s a window of opportunity to purchase Myrtle Beach Foreclosures. However learning what type of properties to buy, which agent to choose and what type of financing is stressful and chaotic.…
hello, I was wondering how to get ahold of someone for this house. There is no number for me to call...thanks
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3007607376-508-Goshen-Cut-Off-Rd-Stanford-KY-40484
5 Part Real Estate Series Is Being Offered at High School Dist 211 Adult Continuing Ed
IN HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT 211? Susan K Klatt, Realtor with Coldwell Banker and a team of real estate professionals will hosting a 5 Part Real Estate Series at Fremd High School beginning October 1st. The…
Filomena Tobias Puts Her Jupiter Home on the Market
Just listed late yesterday in the Bears Club for $5,900,000 the home built in 2006 features 6,704 livable square feet with 5 bedrooms and 5 1/2 baths on 1.3 acres on the 6th hole of The Bears Club. The…
Florida Foreclosures: Banks cut prices on Florida Foreclosures!
Banks appear to be offering bigger discounts on Orlando-area foreclosures and short sales than in the past, according to a new report by RealtyTrac Inc. The price gap between short sales and ordinary home…
Do You Own A Boat...
The State of Texas has a NEW law that went into effect today ...Texas boaters born on or after Sept. 1, 1993, must complete a boater safety education course. This is a new effort by lawmakers to phase…
Do You Own A Boat...
The State of Texas has a NEW law that went into effect today ...Texas boaters born on or after Sept. 1, 1993, must complete a boater safety education course. This is a new effort by lawmakers to phase…
Do You Own A Boat...
The State of Texas has a NEW law that went into effect today ...Texas boaters born on or after Sept. 1, 1993, must complete a boater safety education course. This is a new effort by lawmakers to phase…
Do You Own A Boat...
The State of Texas has a NEW law that went into effect today ...Texas boaters born on or after Sept. 1, 1993, must complete a boater safety education course. This is a new effort by lawmakers to phase…
Do You Own a Boat...
The State of Texas has a NEW law that went into effect today ...Texas boaters born on or after Sept. 1, 1993, must complete a boater safety education course. This is a new effort by lawmakers to phase…
Selection Center Open House 9.15.11
Join us at the Hybrid Homes Selection Center Open House FHA 203(k) Financed Home Purchase and RenovationYour SOLUTION to Show and Sell More Distressed Properties Now your Homebuyers can Choose It Their…
Do You Own A Boat....
The State of Texas has a NEW law that went into effect today ...Texas boaters born on or after Sept. 1, 1993, must complete a boater safety education course. This is a new effort by lawmakers to phase…
do you have more pic of this house inside and out,how far from main road is it?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3044121562--Browns-Ridge-Rd-Lerona-WV-25971
What is the cross-over point for pricing between rent and buying in Salt Lake City, Utah?
In the Wall Street Journal article, http://online.wsj.com/article/NA_WSJ_PUB:SB10001424052748703561604575282910161870380.html, it referenced your cross over points for some major cities. I know Salt Lake…
Jensen Beach, FL Market Trends Report for August 2011
2011AugustPrice Range# of New Listings# of Sold ListingsAvg. Selling Price % of List PriceAvg. Days on Market# of Active ListingsRemaining # Months Inventory0< 100,0008288%932010.0100,001 < 20010586%84489.6200,001…
July 2011 Real Estate Trend Indicator (Board of Realtors)
Phillip A. Parisi, CRS, GRI, e-PRO, Broker Associate, Realtor Contact Me Direct at: 772-215-8661 or Phil@PParisi.com Specializing in the Treasure Coast, FL Residential Homes, Townhomes, Condos & LandWaterfront…
Real Estate Tips: When Your Home Won’t Sell…
We have seen a decrease in property values across the nation. Tampa Florida is no different, if a buyer purchased at the height of the market, they may not be able to sell the property for what is currently…
straight blogging!
Straight blogging:  Long Beach California Real Estate/4Residents & surrounding local communities:Helping & serving Long Beach CA Residents/surrounding local communities.As another school year…
Hidden Dangers After Flood: Check Your Fireplace and HVAC
By: John RihaDamage from rainwater and flooding post-natural disaster can mean wrecked siding, soaked drywall, and carpets made of mud. But less obvious damage may lurk inside your home in fireplaces,…
Good evening, What's the lot size of this property? Thank you. Angelika Boerma
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3056775915-10555-Hunters-Creek-Dr-Zeeland-MI-49464
Stratford on Providence Homes in Weddington-Stratford on Providence Homes
Stratford on Providence homes for sale, housing data and links for neighborhoods real estate listings in Weddington. The following report numbers are market averages for “sold” properties (as noted…
is this condo for rent or sale.. im actually looking to rent a condo
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3041803153-80-Shady-Oaks-Loop-Midway-GA-31320
Appraisal Rules Change!
Looking for your buyer/seller comments on the new appraisal guidelines... "Appraisers must follow new rules starting today, providing the appraisal goes to government-sponsored enterprises (GSE) Fannie…
Will I get a Better deal if I use the seller’s Realtor?
“Will I get a better deal if I use the sellers Realtor?” This question was recently asked by a home buyer in the Jacksonville area. My response is NO!! The common misconception is that if the buyer…
Negotiating escrow fees at closing?
I am being given the following fees from escrow, closing in a couple days, and would like some advice how negotiable any of these are, and if they are excessive? What amount, if any, should they be?…
Annandale Homes in Indian Trail-Annandale Homes
Annandale  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…
How do the lender check to see if you are related in a short sale?
My sister is losing her home. I am willing to buy it but their is a rule about relatives buying it in a short sale. My son is also willing to buy it. How far back do they check? I don't want to…
A Tale of Two Sales
2694 Bush St. at Broderick sold in April of 2004 for $826K which was seven percent over its $769K list price. This condominium home is a well-laid out, top floor flat with three bedrooms (two large,…
How often is this site updated?
I have been watching this site for several weeks now, and the listings all seem the same. Just wondering how often the site is updated. Thank you
NAR to Congress..."Homeownership is an investment in Your Future..."
NAR to host housing summitWASHINGTON – Sept. 1, 2011 – The National Association of Realtors® (NAR) announced that it will host a summit of policymakers, industry leaders and government stakeholders…
HAMPSHIRE DR HOMES FOR SALE IN BRIGHTON NY
If you are searching for Hampshire Dr homes for sale in Brighton NY, look no further! The Salafia Sold Team has all the information on this street and other homes for sale in Brighton NY. Brighton NY…
The Art of Negotiation
Feeling comfortable with a real estate transaction is the easiest way to ensure that you have a positive experience, whether it be as buyer or seller. Knowing what is going on and taking an active role…
hello - I listed my rental at 12787 W Oyer Lane, 85383. It shows up when searching for "newest", but does not show up when searching for
"high to low hello - I listed my rental at 12787 W Oyer Lane, 85383. It shows up when searching for "newest", but does not show up when searching for "high to low". Can you help?…
Real Estate Vocabulary ~ Who Are The Players
When beginning a new venture, there is always a new language to learn. In real estate knowing the right language can be the difference between making good choices, and having serious problems down the…
APR - What is the real cost of financing a home purchase?
Here's a great read for someone starting to look at getting pre-approved for a loan and begin the house hunting process.  I do not do the loan side of things with my buyers so this is from Dave Mendoza…
CoreLogic: July home price index shows fourth consecutive month-over-month increase
SEATTLE – Sept. 1, 2011 – CoreLogic’s July Home Price Index (HPI) finds that home prices in the U.S. increased for the fourth consecutive month, inching up 0.8 percent on a month-over-month basis.…
New appraisal rules effective today
WASHINGTON – Sept. 1, 2011 – Appraisers must follow new rules starting today, providing the appraisal goes to government-sponsored enterprises (GSE) Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac. A required Uniform Appraisal…
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