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Should we get an inspection in short sale, sold as is?
we would have to turn on elect and water to do, also our realtor says we have to buy a stove just for the appraisal not sure if this is accurate? have many questions but realtor doesn't know much to help…
Looking for Golden Valley Rental Townhomes?
Golden Valley Rental townhomes: Should I Rent One Or Buy?If you are in the hunt for Golden Valley rental townhomes, hold on for a moment and consider the differences between renting townhomes versus…
Can you give me GPS coordinates on the property? I would like to see where it is on Google maps.
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Former Vets looking to buy first home with our VA Loan. Need lots of advice.
My husband and I are looking to buy our first home, we're a family of four so we're in need of our own space. We had a harsh transition into the civilian world, long story short, the money we…
Green Facts - China
Only 1% of China’s 560 million city residents breathe air that is considered safe by the European Union. And, this severe air pollution problem, which has led to cancer becoming China’s leading cause…
Responding to the difficult client | Chappaqua NY real estate
Why Bother Controlling Our Responses?1. Hurting OurselvesOne of my favorite sayings is “Holding a grudge against someone is like drinking poison and expecting the other person to die.” The only person…
Things to Consider When Buying a Home
With all of the activity in the real estate market right now it is a great time to become a homeowner. One lesson to be learned from the collapse of the housing market is to look before we leap, so there…
Why The Hell Are You Still Working For Just Commission?
Why The Hell Are You Still Working For Just Commission? by Glenn Freezman Dean M. started his career in real estate about eight years ago after the tech bubble burst and he found himself sitting at home…
Are Bloomington Towhomes Right For You?
Out Looking for Bloomington townhomes for sale?As you begin your property search for Bloomington townhomes for sale, I would like to share with you some of the pros and cons of townhome living. Millions…
I'd like to contact the property owner of this home. Please let me know how I can do that as soon as possible. Thank you.
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Loan Modification & Short Sale Tips
Loan Modification and Short Sale Tips Are you a homeowner seeking to lower your monthly mortgage payment through a loan modification application? Perhaps you're attempting to process a short sale application. …
Green Facts - Agricultural Programs
The Wall Street bailout is costing taxpayers around $700 billion and growing. Yet, just 4% of the Wall Street bailout could end world hunger. Though the problem is often touted as insurmountable, in…
Dunstable MA Real Estate Homes for Sale, Market Report 6-1-10
Dunstable MA Real Estate Homes for Sale, Market Report, Free MLS Search, Integrity Residential Brokerage, Catherine Condon, (978)433-0000 Dunstable, MA Real Estate Market Report - June 1, 2010 Currently,…
is this property available?
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NEW MASSACHUSETTS LEAD PAINT REGULATIONS & How They Affect You
NEW MASSACHUSETTS LEAD PAINT REGULATIONS and How They Affect YouIntegrity Residential Brokerage, Catherine Condon, (978)433-0000 Do you own a home that was built prior to 1978?  If so, you might be interested…
Pepperell MA Home Seller: Important Information about Hazardous Waste
Pepperell MA Home Seller: What you Need to Know about Hazardous Waste Attention Pepperell MA Home Sellers! As you prepare to market and sell your home, one item often overlooked is the "chemical stuff"…
Townsend MA Real Estate Homes for Sale - Timberlee Park, Market Report 6-14-10
Townsend MA Real Estate Homes for Sale - Timberlee Park, Market Report 6/14/2010, Free MLS Search Are you considering a move to the Townsend, MA area?  If so, you might want to check out Timberlee Park. …
Real Estate Information 7-27-11 Upstate SC
Another wonderful Hump Day! I hope you have been able to stay cool during the past several weeks of warm weather. before you complain about the heat remember how nice it is during the other seasons.…
Unemployed Need Not Apply. Can this be for real?
Yesterday, I was on the Yahoo Home page and an article titled "Out-of-work job applicants told unemployed need not apply" caught my eye.  The article references a growing trend of employers who will only…
THINK TWICE BEFORE YOU DEFAULT
THINK TWICE BEFORE YOU MAKE A "STRATEGIC DEFAULT" Over the past year, I've noticed a trend of homeowners who are simply choosing to walk away from their home.  When I speak with homeowners they sometimes…
Just Listed! 628 Gladesdale Drive in Etheridge Meadows neighborhood in Hickory area of Chesapeake
I am excited to announce that I just listed 628 Gladesdale Drive in the Etheridge Meadows neighborhood of Chesapeake. This home is nearly 2,000 square feet with 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. The kitchen…
Resources and Links For Disability Related Real Estate Issues
Accessibility Guidelines Frequently Asked Questions Frequently asked questions on accessibility guidelines of the Fair Housing Act. Accessible Customer Service Practices for Hotel & Lodging Guests…
how many bedrooms is this house and can someone contact me about trying to rent this house. 407-334-6517
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is this home still on the market or is it sold?
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Mortgage Rate Update
Mortgage Rate Update 30yr fxd – 4.750% APR – 4.790%20yr fxd – 4.375% APR - 4.379%15yr fxd – 3.875% APR – 3.901%10yr fxd – 3.375% APR – 3.381%30 yr fxd FHA – 4.50% APR – 4.653%Rates…
Daily Market Report 7/27/11
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How much will not owning the mineral rights to my home effect it's resale value?
How much will not owning the mineral rights to my home effect it's resale value? Arlington, TX home sellers all want to keep their mineral rights everytime I make an offer. Should I still buy…
It’s not 2006 anymore. Man have the Buyer's changed!
Seller’s Guide to Understanding Today’s Buyer Who are the buyer’s today? The Home Stealer, the Market Feeler, and the Real Dealer. Unlike buyers five years ago, they’re far more cautious — sometimes…
Link to State Housing Finance Agencies
People with disabilities share the same home ownership aspirations as the able-bodied population. These citizens are looking to share the same economic and social benefits associated with stable owner-occupied…
Knoxville Voted #5 Best Value City By Kiplinger
Article courtesy of Kiplinger.com: July 2011 10 Best Value Cities for 2011 5. Knoxville, Tenn. Knoxville Convention and Visitors BureauPopulation (metro): 680,629 Unemployment rate: 7.7% Cost-of-living…
Farming and advertising
Dear Colleagues, A quick word to introduce my self before I ask my two questions. I started my new career as a Realtor 6 months back, I have to say that since than I did some business, but I still have…
what is the lot rent in this park?
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Renting in Nashville Isn't As Cheap As It Used To Be. Here's How to Save Money.
I recently received a tweet from someone looking for a new home.  It went something like “Can you help me & Ashley find a new place?”  I automatically assumed my twitter friend would be looking…
Unfamiliar with Septic Systems?
Are You a Home Buyer and Unfamiliar with Septic Systems? Sometimes when showing buyers property serviced by an on-site septic system, they are unfamiliar with what a septic system is and how it works. …
Townsend MA Real Estate Homes for Sale: Market Report 7-22-10
Townsend MA Real Estate Homes for Sale, Market Report, Free MLS Search, Integrity Residential Brokerage, Catherine Condon, (978)433-0000 Townsend, MA Real Estate Market Report - July 21, 2010 Currently,…
hi, im interested in the property that you're selling, can i come over and take a look of it?
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Market Recovery Possible? The Elimination of the Mortgage Interest Deduction
Is Market Recovery Possible? The Elimination of the Mortgage Interest Deduction  Lately, I've read a few articles about the possibility of reducing or eliminating the mortgage interest deduction.  What…
Hollis NH - Trails Maps
Hollis NH - Trail Maps As a busy real estate Broker with Integrity Residential Brokerage located in Pepperell, MA, it's sometimes challenging to carve out some time for R&R.  One of the ways I…
The home I am renting has an approved short sale and the COE is 8/30/11. I have a lease with the current owner until 12/1/11.
The new buyers plan on honoring our lease but want to collect rent for 3 months. They are going o/o on their loan and the selling agent has asked that we do not tell the appraiser that we are renters because…
How Long Does It Take For My Credit To Go Back To Normal After A Olympia Short Sale?
July 27, 2011 Olympia WA – The Stop Foreclosure Institute recently received a question from Sammy. Here was his question. Click here to discover how other sellers successfully did a short sale…
Nice DePaul 3bed/2bath rental near campus
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Carpet or hardwood flooring?
I plan on selling my condo in about a year and it needs new flooring. Is hardwood flooring worth the investment or will it not make a difference?
Hot Summer Apps for Real Estate Agents
Summer is definitely here and it has brought some hot new Smartphone apps along with it. If you’re the agent who has to have the latest when it comes to technology (you know who you are!), read on. An…
FHA Loans Gain Popularity
FHA Loans: Gaining Popularity Working as a real estate broker with Integrity Residential Brokerage, I've noticed a significant increase in buyers utilizing FHA loans.  FHA Loans are mortgages issued…
Townsend MA Real Estate Homes for Sale, Market Report, Free MLS Search 9-1-10
Townsend MA Real Estate Homes for Sale, Market Report, Free MLS Search, Integrity Residential Brokerage, Catherine Condon, (978)433-0000    Townsend, MA Real Estate Market Report - September 1, 2010 Currently,…
Pepperell MA Real Estate Homes for Sale, Market Report, Free MLS Search 9-30-10
Pepperell MA Real Estate Homes for Sale, Market Report, Free MLS Search, Integrity Residential Brokerage, Catherine Condon, (978)433-0000 Pepperell, MA Real Estate Market Report - September 30, 2010 Currently,…
A Buyer's Market?
Who said it was a buyer's market?  Often, when I speak with potential buyers, they enter the market expecting to get huge discounts on properties that are being marketed for sale or they're waiting for market…
Sell Your Home During the Winter Months
Selling Your Home During the Winter Months Here in New England we are blessed with 4 seasons and we're coming up on winter. Whether you're a REALTOR or the average person, I'm sure you've heard this statement…
Pepperell, MA Real Estate, Market Report 10/10
Pepperell MA Real Estate Homes for Sale, Market Report, Free MLS Search, Integrity Residential Brokerage, Catherine Condon, 978-433-0000 Pepperell, MA Real Estate - MLS Market Report: May-October 2010 Currently,…
Preserving the Value of Your Home
Home maintenance is key to preserving the value of your home. Below is an article written by John Riha who has written six books on home improvement and hundreds of articles on home-related topics. He’s…
What Your Burglar Won't Tell You
"Things Your Burglar Won't Tell You" One of my clients, Al,  sent me the following article titled "Things Your Burglar Won't Tell You". There are a lot of helpful suggestions so I thought I'd pass it…
Townsend MA Real Estate Homes for Sale, Market Report, 1-6-11
Townsend MA Real Estate Homes for Sale, Market Report, Free MLS Search, Integrity Residential Brokerage, Catherine Condon, (978)433-0000   Townsend, MA Real Estate Market Report - January 6, 2011 Currently,…
7/27/11 - Conowingo, MD, Real Estate & Conowingo Homes For Sale, MLS Updated Daily!
Conowingo, MD, Real Estate & Conowingo Homes For Sale, MLS Updated Daily! Conowingo DamConowingo Property SearchUnder $200,000$400,000 to $600,000Over $600,000When you find a Home or Land you would…
Foreclosure vs. Short Sale - What it Means to You
Foreclosure vs. Short Sale and What it Means to You Facing the prospect of foreclosure or short sale on your home is not easy. So many people are struggling with day-to-day expenses, job loss, health…
Yes, a 60-Year Old Can Get a 30-Year Mortgage
Older adults often assume that they would not be eligible for a 30-year mortgage. Legally, however, banks can only offer loans based on financial qualifications alone. This means applicants cannot be…
Results are in - Desire to Own a Home #1 Reason for Purchasing
"Desire to Own a Home" #1 Reason for Purchasing a Home in 2010 I recently read a REALTOR® Study Report in which they state that the "desire to own a home" was the top motivating factor cited by home buyers…
Obama Administration - Guidelines for Market Recovery
On February 11, 2011, the Obama Administration released housing finance market guidelines for economic market recovery. The report emphasizes bringing private capital back into the market and winding down…
FHA Loans: Two Lenders Revise Loan Requirements
 According to an article I read by Ken Harney with Inman News, Wells Fargo and Quicken Loans, two of the largest FHA-approved lenders, have revised their lending standards.  Purchasers with 3.5% down…
7/27/11 - Rising Sun, MD, Real Estate & Rising Sun Homes For Sale, MLS Updated Daily!
Rising Sun, MD, Real Estate & Rising Sun Homes For Sale, MLS Updated Daily!Click the Following Price Range to Search.CLICK HERE to Search Homes and Land - Under $200,000CLICK HERE to Search Homes and…
Homestead Act - Important Changes Take Effect in March 2011
Important amendments were made in December 2010 to the Homestead Act (Mass. General Laws, Ch. 188) and go into effect on March 16, 2011.  The Homestead Act gives homeowners protection against subsequent…
Pepperell MA Farmers' Market 2011
Pepperell, MA Farmers' Market - 2011   One of the things that I like about Pepperell, MA is their rich history as an agricultural community. In 2007, the Pepperell Agricultural Board along with the Prescott…
What are the issues with this property? Gerry Born
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FHA has Bridal Registry Program for Downpayment Assistance
Recently, I read a blog by Rebekah Radice, titled "Newlyweds say "I DO" to FHA Bridal Registry Gift Funds". I hadn't heard of this FHA Program before, so I did a little research and found out the following: The…
would like to know the property details (e.g., square foot, floor, how old the building and prevuous owner's information (why they foreclose, any lien
if we think the property is good enough for our vacation home (no major downside such as addtional lien), we are considering to buy it in cash -- This question is about this property: http://www.trul…
Pepperell MA - Fourth of July 2011 Events
When I moved to Pepperell, MA in the summer of 2001, one of the first events that my family and I attended was the Fourth of July Parade and Fireworks.  We set up our lawn chairs under a large maple tree…
Real Estate Recovery, Bozeman, MT
The 2011 National Housing Pulse Survey is out and solidly proves that home ownership is still an American goal. 72% of the renters they surveyed this year indicated that owning a home was a top priority…
Pepperell MA - Old Paper Mill Gets Torn Down
After sitting vacant for many years and in very poor condition, the old paper mill, sited on approximately 12 acres in downtown Pepperell, MA, has been torn down.  Quite a few proposals have been…
Issaquah Highlands home for Rent
Property Website Priced at $2,950 Bedrooms:  3 Bathrooms:  3Home Size:  2,810 sq.ft. Garage:  2Community:  Issaquah Highlands County:  KingProperty Type:  Rental Year Built:  2006MLS Number: …
Tips for Long-Distance House Hunting
MSN recently put together a list of six essential tips & tricks for home buyers who are searching for a property from far away. The situation is actually more common than you think. If you're searching…
Visiting Open Houses
Home Buyers Visiting Open Houses COLDWELL BANKER ® PROVIDES TIPS FOR HOME BUYERS VISITING OPEN HOUSES Open houses are as important for home buyers as they are for the seller, as prospective buyers…
A Stunning Contemporary!
With soaring ceilings, glorious light, exposed beams and unique architectural features. Sitting high on the property with various outdoor decks at different levels it has an almost tree house feel. The…
square ft cost new construction in wisconsin
What is a good average of new construction cost per sq ft? We're interested in a new home on the market but don't know if the price is too high or just right.
Problems with Finding A Bothell Home for a First Time Buyer
A house is a dream that many young people have. This is the place that they envision their children growing up in and the place where they will grow old. As afirst-time buyers start out, there are certain…
Man, am I glad I didn't buy gold when it was $400 an ounce!
I hope that headline grabbed you. The reason I used it was to bring some perspective to the debate as to whether or not homeownership is a wise investment in today’s troubled market. A family should…
Tips to Pricing Your Home Right
Pricing your home for sale can be a challenging process. Following some simple tips to pricing your home right can ensure your home is priced appropriately in today’s real estate market. It’s a buyer’s…
Is it an illegal multi-family? If so, how many units are operating? What are the market rents for the area?
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Building a Swimming Pool in Richmond
Building a Swimming Pool in RichmondEver ask yourself "what have I gotten myself into?" This is the very question I am asking myself as I watch my back yard being turned into a big dirt pile! My family…
Can you provide me with an address?
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Worst Use of Real Estate Marketing Words?
I am over luxury.  What does it even mean?  We repeat these words mindlessly in this business, until they are meaningless.  Why beautiful?  That’s just dull, the opposite of beautiful, really,…
Epic Fail - Keep out of the Fountain at Lake Anne Reston Virginia
I love Reston Virginia. I love the free spirit and the felling of community that you get when you are out on a sunny day in the summer. One of my favorite place is Lake Anne and the shops in the original…
is this home still on the market?
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Is this property still available?
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Are you in the hurrricane zone?
Start thinking about hurricane season if you haven't already and let’s take a moment to remind ourselves how to prepare for emergencies.  Times have changed and in today’s world communication is so…
The house is sold??
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1503 Scottsville Road Lafayette TN Macon County Historic Home For Sale Multi Family
1503 Scottsville Road Lafayette TN Home For Sale Multi Family Tremendous Income Potential on this, over 1 Acre, tract just minutes to town with room to expand. This historic home, on a corner lot just…
Me and a girlfriend bought a house in TX. I moved and we havent talked. I just found out rent not paid. I also just got married is he effected?
Im also concerned about the taxes due. It up for sale currently. What can i do so husband not effected.
Your sources of closed leads...
What is the most productive source of your CLOSED leads? (closed = commission check cashed and cleared) I'm still at 90% referral and traditional (non-Internet) marketing. Wondered if I'm the…
Austin Rental Market Update
Austin Texas Rental Market TipsThe Austin, Texas rental market is Super Hot right now. Prices are up and inventory is down. It all comes down to basic economics. When there is no supply, the demand is…
I am assuming that the price this home is being sold for isn't $15k?
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Hi, I am interested in the property that you sale, is it still available that we may come over and take a look
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How can you reduce your mortgage payment when in a reverse mortgage?
I have looked into refinancing our home twice now. Our current rate is 7.9% for a 30 year fixed. It seems the value of our home has gone down, and can not refinance because our house is worth less than…
Can I put a lien on my next door neighbor's house for not paying for her portion of a fence construction (she agreed to pay)? If so how?
She has never lived there since we have. But we have discussed everything through the VP of our HOA who has spoken with her. Now her house is supposedly about to go into foreclosure.
What number unit is it and how much ?
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