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I am looking for an agent who helps investors to purchase lowerend SFHs and doubles in Columbus area.
I understand not everyone works in that range: SFH<20K, doulbe<30K. It also has to be someone who is good at estimating repair cost. Someone who is willing to work with clients out of state.
Do you have any inside pictures? Is it still available for rent? What number can I call to get more info.?
When is the property available? Thanks -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/rental/3052495142-16396-E-Downers-Dr-Loxahatchee-FL-33470
Is there a number i can contact yall with because the number yall have on the door dont work.?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Pennsylvania/Harrisburg/sold/21108701-1626-Berryhill-St-Harrisburg-PA-17104
Old Souderton Area High School Deadline for bids Is Today
When the $120 million new Souderton Area High School in Franconia opened in 2009, the district had an agreement to sell the 44-acre campus in Souderton and Hilltown on which the now empty old high school…
How did Trulia get the information on this property about the administrator's deed from 12/2000?
How do I obtain a copy of the administrator's deed? -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/New_York/Commack/sold/801484-99-Caramel-Rd-Commack-NY-11725
I want to look for houses on my own without asking my agent to accompany me at every listing, what can I do?
Not sure that I want my current agent, as I don't feel that she is supporting me in exactly what I want. Yes, I can be difficult, I'm not going to want the first thing that I see and I'm…
Home Sellers: A Deck May Make The Difference!
With spring in the air, the exterior of a home becomes even more important when putting your house on the market because buyers now will spend more time outside looking at your property and envisioning…
Defining Buyer Real Estate Terms
After a homebuyer obtains mortgage pre-approval, the next step in the home purchase process is hiring a REALTOR®. Let’s explain some simple terms most buyers encounter in this step of the process.   Buyer…
55 Plus Mature Living Expo returns to PineCrest June 16
Entertainment. Educational seminars. Giveaways. Health screenings.These are just a few of the offerings awaiting you at The Reporter’s sixth annual Mature Living Expo, which runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.…
Well what can we say...another satisfied client
There is nothing better than sitting at the closing table with a first time home buyer watching them sign ALL THOSE CLOSING DOCUMENTS  their hands are getting so tired but just the look in their eyes…
Dog Bless America
On another subject - we must ALWAYS remember our military guys and gals....and this one is soooo easy! The organization behind this service will provides dogs to post traumatic stress disorder vets....You…
Greenwich Memorial Day Acitvity
There had been some activity in the real estate market in Greenwich - not that the Greenwich MLS makes it easy for Mac users to pull photos to make articles more interesting .... but that a whole other…
HELOC ACTION,on a short sale , the 1st loan is covered ,but the 2nd (Heloc)non purchase $$ will get $100k ,but short $250K,what action will 2nd do?
1st is BOA & they will be paid in full thru the sale, but the 2nd(Chase) will get @ $100K and the deficiency is $250.Will they pursue judgement on full $250K, attack accounts,settle w/ $100K? Thanks-…
Attractive 35 Acre Colorado Ranch with 25 Acre Ski Lake
This place has it all. Stunning detail is the theme throughout this amazing property. In this 6,500 square foot, 4 bedroom, 7 bathroom home, rich cherry wood graces the doors, stairways, main-floor walls,…
Custom Cushion- Long Island
Custom Cushion By Josh This is a long Custom Cushion with decorative trim and buttons. Because of its size, this Custom Cushion needed the buttons to prevent the fabric to be loose - "puckering". I…
Making an offer and for how much? =)
Once you've found your dream house, it's time to get started with the financial and contractual side of the purchase. Let your CENTURY 21® professionals guide you through this process. Purchase contracts…
Lake Kennedy Dinner Show~Cruisin’ with Richie C
Lake Kennedy Dinner Show~Cruisin’ with Richie C Start Date: 06/03/2011 6:30 PM End Date: 06/03/2011 9:30 PM Description: All aboard! Step aboard the SS Lake Kennedy for an evening of fine food and…
Aqua Theatre at Sun Splash
  Start Date: 06/03/2011 5:00 PM End Date: 06/03/2011 9:00 PM Description: This week's "5 to 9 Splash Time" at Sun Splash Family Waterpark will be held on Friday, June 3 from 5-9 p.m. and will feature…
Conway SC Real Estate Market Watch – Castlewood
May 30, 2011 Jill Klunk - REALTOR® - Conway Real Estate   •klunkjill@aol.com • view my blog • 843-267-5891            Below is the latest market watch for Castlewood Estates in Conway,…
I have been looking on line for a 'Garden Style' condo that I would like to purchase.
(1) I've noticed that there are so many 'Garden style' condos for sale more than other condo units.... I'm wondering if perhaps there is a reason for that that I may not be aware of.…
Conway SC Real Estate Market Watch – Coastal Heights/Quail Creek
May 30, 2011 Jill Klunk - REALTOR® - Conway Real Estate   •klunkjill@aol.com • view my blog • 843-267-5891          Below is the latest market watch for Coastal Heights/Quail Creek…
Palm Beach Gardens Home Inventory Drops Like a Rock; AGAIN!
The smiles continue to shine around the offices of Keller Williams Realty in Jupiter as the local real estate market continues to thrive and recover. As we report on the first of every month we continue…
Port St. Lucie Markets Heat up with Investors~
The secret is out...Everything is on sale...Banks are demanding market value AND it is a bargin.CAMPBELL, Calif. – May 31, 2011 – Real estate investors, by three to one, will be more active in their…
Tequesta Makes it a Clean Sweep; Home Inventory Levels are WAY Down
The smiles continue to shine around the offices of Keller Williams Realty in Jupiter as the local real estate market continues to thrive and recover. As we report on the first of every month we continue…
How To Make Your Builder Love You
Yes, I know this may come off as a bit self-serving, but I want to love ALL our customers.  Most builders do.  So I thought why not share some experiences that make us fall head over heals in love with…
The Incredible Shrinking Jupiter Home Inventory
The smiles continue to shine around the offices of Keller Williams Realty in Jupiter as the local real estate market continues to thrive and recover. As we report on the first of every month we continue…
Juno Beach Realtors Singing those I've Got Those Shrinking Inventory Blues
The smiles continue to shine around the offices of Keller Williams Realty in Jupiter as the local real estate market continues to thrive and recover. As we report on the first of every month we continue…
Hobe Sound Real Estate Inventory Levels Drop Off the Chart
The smiles continue to shine around the offices of Keller Williams Realty in Jupiter as the local real estate market continues to thrive and recover. As we report on the first of every month we continue…
Taking Advantage of Open House Events
Open house events provide you a great opportunity to learn important information about homes currently for sale, for instance, Deltona homes for sale. If you want to buy Deltona real estate property, the…
Some House Hunting Tips and Tricks
Every homebuyer is, for sure, excited for the house hunting stage in real estate investment. Everyone is hoping that once they start the hunting process, they may be able to achieve a rewarding experience,…
Home Buying for Young Adults
Most of the young adults put less priority in buying their own home. They rather prefer renting an apartment than investing in a real estate property at a young age. But actually, buying your own house…
Advantages of Having a Home Loan Pre-approval
Getting an approval for a home loan means a lot for every prospective homebuyer. Financing a house is a very huge expenditure and seeking assistance from mortgage companies, banks and other financial institutions…
recently a friend of mine bought a short sale home in modesto, ca. the house wasnt even listed, they were to list it the following day.
the prominant agent told me that they were to be listing it at 60,000 so she put in a bid, the agent called her and said that the bid of 60,000 was excepted. now its been six weeks, i was told that the…
Which is the best cell phone for a Realtor? What do you have and what do you like and dislike and did you use the Realtors discounts? Lisa
I need to buy a new phone I have a blackberry now through verizon and I hate the service I loose calls, it locks and freezes all the time and this is my 4th phone in 1.4 yrs.... They say its me in a round…
Will the owners be willing to take an offer of $95,000 for this home?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3044127010-8147-W-Hilton-Ave-Phoenix-AZ-85043
Avoid contact with water vapor and chemicals
   Do not wear silver jewelry while wearing the other Silver Jewelry precious metals in order to avoid collision deformation or abrasion.   Avoid contact with water vapor and chemicals, do not wear…
Are condos in the Fox Valley selling?
I'm trying to sell one now and I just don't know what I'm doing wrong.
Haslet homes for Sale!
For more information on Northwest ISD, Schools and homes please consult with your local expert! Your Haslet,Texas Realtor Lucy A. Puniwai REALTOR® (214)783-6416 – Cell/Text (682)224-8050 – Faxpun…
Moorpark Short Sale Q & A: Can This Seller Short Sale?
Ventura County CA – The Stop Foreclosure Institute recently received a question from Aaron. Here was his question."I recently purchased another home and make a good living. However, I can’t afford…
Is it unethical for a Listing Agent to set a date for bids then re-neg? She's holding another open house after receiving bids... ours was above
askin The listing agent held an open house, and set a date to open bids. She told our agent she had 3 bids, and we obviously offered more than asking to get the house, which is a short sale. Suddenly…
Pricing is Key
Seekonk Short Sales are increasing.Like all other real estate markets, pricing of your home is the most important key to getting it sold. The Seekonk real estate market is no different. Sure there are…
May 2011 sales stats for Lake Havasu City, AZ
Homes sold -132Average price – $167,320Median price – $145,900Average days on the market – 117List to sales ratio -  96% Current number of foreclosures – 62Overal, from last month, new inventory…
Is this rental still available? Is the rent negotiable? Thanks,
preeti.parthasarathy@gmail.com -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/rental/3047462067--S-Berkeley-Ave-Pasadena-CA-91107
Investing for 9% Returns in San Jose
Despite its dubious reputation for being the most expensive place to live in the country, San Jose still offers opportunities for informed real estate investors to earn 9% on their invested cash.  The…
Abalone diving is a bad idea; Really it is; Seriously!
I covered this last year but it seems as though once again the abalone diving deaths are piling up.  The coasts of Northern California are incredibly difficult to swim on even if you are a professional…
If the sellers disclosure is incorrect, what do we do?
18 hours after purchase of home we had a septic back up. sellers disclosure said there were no issues. Co that came our said it was complete failure. When asked they said they never had issues. Seller's…
Mechanic needed in Haslet,Texas
 Job Snapshot Location:  2100 Avondale – Haslet RdHaslet, TX 76052 (Map it! ) Employee Type:  Full-Time Industry:  Automotive…
How a Glendale AZ Real Estate Agent Decides on the Listing Price for your Home
How a Glendale AZ Real Estate Agent Decides on the Listing Price for your Home When you are ready to sell your Glendale AZ home, whether you use a real estate agent or not, you need to have a market analysis…
Seattle Home Prices Tick Up, Inventory Down, Multiple-Offer Sales Increase
I was speaking with a reporter at Fox News Radio today about the current real estate market and the new Case-Shiller statistics on home prices.  While the general drift of the story is that home prices…
South Pasadena Real Estate market ends spring with a bang! (update week ending 5/29/11)
Here’s the market update for South Pasadena Real Estate for the week ending 5/29/11: It's a Seller’s Market, Here's why: 4 months supply of homes trending 64 Homes available total # Condos Available:…
How to buy a HUD or Foreclosure in Austin, Texas
Many people are interested in buying a HUD home or foreclosure property in Austin, Texas. There are many benefits to buying a HUD home or foreclosure, but there are also some negatives. First, let's discuss…
OJO Cierre La Puerta A La Estafas Del Rescate De La Ejecucion Hipotecaria !
El fraude del rescate de  ejecución hipotecaria está barriendo el país y puede terminar  costandole su  hogar  y ganancia  que usted  desesperadamente  esta  tratando  de salvar  del  embargo…
there's a vacant house across from me and it's a mess, who do we contact to clean it up
owners not known to us, should we concider cleaning up the front yard so it doesn't make ours look bad?
I have always advocated hiring a realtor, but I'm losing faith.
I have interviewd five real estate agents hoping to find the right one to list my home in St. Louis Park. My feelings after these interviews are as follows: 1) Every single one of them spent too much…
What are the chances to get approved through the bank on down payment of 5%?
First time home owner with great debt to income ratio but not a credit score of 620. Can't afford to put 20% down on a home, Agent is suggesting asking the bank board for approval with just 5% down.…
Is it better to get a mortgage through a bank or a broker???
New regulations starting April 2011 forcing mortgage brokers[and NOT BANKS] to offer the lowest rates and fees may be advantageous to you as a buyer.
Phoenix and Mesa Make Forbes Top-5 for Best Housing Deals
Rising foreclosures and falling home prices across the country and giving buyers the opportunity to snag great deals in real estate.  Phoenix in particular has seen housing prices fall 45% from the 2006…
Another Drop in Mortgage Rates Makes a New Low for 2011
Inching down again for the fifth straight week – mortgage rates reached the lowest level of the year.  The 30-year-fixed-rate mortgage averaged 4.61 percent this week and the 15-year rate averaged 3.80…
Shut The Doors To Foreclosure Rescue Scams ! !!
 Foreclosure rescue fraud is sweeping the country and can end up costing you the home and equity you're desperately trying to save from foreclosure.   In these tough economic times  mortgage  foreclosure…
Top 3 Signs You're Not Ready to Sell
Even in the Washington Metro area, where many neighborhoods are experiencing seller's markets, it can be a challenge to sell a home in today's market. In order to sell quickly and for a higher price, sellers…
Does offering a finanical bonus ($2,000) to the buying agent really work? Do you feel this is ethical?
Does offering a finanical bonus ($2,000) to the buying agent really work? Do you feel this is an ethical practice?
Head Of USDA And Conventional Conforming Loan Departments
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What incentives are getting the homes sold?
How can we capture the next sale of comperable homes?
does this condo have laundry hookups in it?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3032947785-212-S-Kraemer-Blvd-1308-Placentia-CA-92870
I am considering moving to the Detroit-Shoreway neighborhood of Cleveland, Ohio. I have been told there are
programs and loans available to encourage people to move back to this area, but I have not been able to find a comprehensive list. Can anybody help me find out this information. Thank You.
New listing at 2857 Dakota Ave South in Saint Louis Park (thoughts/HELP)?
There is a brand new listing at 2857 Dakota Ave South in Saint Louis Park. It just went on today, and it is larger than most in it's price range. It is a 4 bedroom, 2 bath at $234,900. It is very updated…
Double Dip Update!
Thanks to all the helpful comments, after much Internet surfing and after checking on my sources; I have updated my post May 29, 2011 Double Dip Also, I want to give a special thanks to cartoonist Karl…
I'm a single mom with a 3 year old girl who is moving out of MPLS (end of lease) and need somewhere near Golden Valley where there is more
freedom and less traffic! I need a safe environment for my daughter and I where we can play outside and go for after dinner walks without feeling like I have to look over my shoulder. Please let me know…
THE PROPERTY ACCEPTS VA LOANS? PLEASE ANSWER TO: bbigornia@hotmail.com
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Florida/Orlando/sold/4081304-7625-Arlene-Ave-Orlando-FL-32812
San Rafael Hills Real Estate Market update for week ending 5/29/11
How's the market in Pasadena's San Rafael Hills Real Estate area week ending 5/29/11? San Rafael Hills Real Estate is a Seller’s Market. Here's why: · 5 months supply of homes trending · 10 Homes…
can i see this home?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/foreclosure/3050920723--Dante-Dr-106-Orlando-FL-32835
Albuquerque Real Estate - time to invest?
Based on a survey conducted by GfK Custom Research North America: A third of real estate investors are planning to buy in the next 24 months, compared to 8.6% of typical homebuyers — those planning…
Is this a foreclosure?
I would like to know more about this house. Is the house inhabited, a foreclosure, and if so, how can I find out more about possibly purchasing this property? -- This question is about this property:…
No Showings? On Market Over a Year? Why??
This listing of ours is one hour west of downtown Minneapolis, and the last several years have been tough on this area...just like many of the areas across our metro.   Although it is gorgeous lakeshore…
I was wondering if there were other photos of the kitchen? I'm so determined to get a bigger kitchen than I have. Counter space....
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/rental/3052319310-832-Kazaros-Cir-Ocoee-FL-34761
Apartment rents now on the rise in suburbs too
For weeks, many involved in Chicago real estate have been talking about the cost of renting downtown skyrocketing to levels not seen since 2007. Now that trend is hitting the suburbs, too, proof that it’s…
National Open House Weekend – Schedule Change
Whoops!  One went under contract today so slight change to the schedule for my listings in the National Open House Weekend.  Not buying right now?  Forward the link to someone who is! Share thi…
Bridge Demolition Work in Los Angeles
Extended 53-Hour Closure of I-405 Freeway Between U.S. 101 and I-10 Planned in Mid-July for MulhollandLos Angeles, Calif. - Plan Ahead, Avoid The Area, Or Stay Home. That's the message public safety…
Bridge Demolition Work in Los Angeles
Extended 53-Hour Closure of I-405 Freeway Between U.S. 101 and I-10 Planned in Mid-July for MulhollandLos Angeles, Calif. - Plan Ahead, Avoid The Area, Or Stay Home. That's the message public safety…
Create your space in Jamaica Plain open-plan loft unit
For Swiss architect Le Corbusier, an ideal design for living consisted of three essentials: light, space and greenery. Well, that is what characterizes Unit 404 at 332 Jamaicaway in Jamaica Plain, where…
If you are seeking a Midtown Buckhead or Atlantic Station highrise, then you MUST read this....
I am a Real Estate Agent who lives and works in Midtown Atlanta. I have helped hundreds of people establish themselves in Midtown, Buckhead and other parts of Atlanta. A few nights ago I was talking with…
Bright loft penthouse in Brighton brick rowhouse
Cypress Road in Brighton, a.k.a. Market Court, may recall Beacon Hill's Louisburg Square or the South End's Victorian residential squares in its English mews stateliness, but this old-school image belies…
Investment versus Leasing basic decision analysis
The Commercial MarketBy:  Tim “The Commercial Guy” Churchwell Investment Versus User There are two basic ways of looking at commercial real estate:  Investment and User.  Investment real estate…
Appraisals Continue to Hamper Sales!
Low appraisals that come in below the purchase price are still delaying closings or killing some sales contracts, real estate professionals say in a survey from April. One out of 10 real estate professionals--or…
First Time Home Buyer Credit - Credit Course 4
For first time home buyers the first step in getting and maintaining a good credit score is reviewing your credit score for errors.It's estimated that up to 70% of credit scores contain some errors and…
7 Mortgage Interest Deduction Myths
       Think losing the mortgage interest deduction would be no big deal? We bust seven myths to show why the cost is bigger than you think.        Proposals floating on Capitol Hill to curb…
Homes "on the green" in Irving,Texas!
For more information on the Irving and Las Colinas areas please consult with your local expert! Lucy A. Puniwai REALTOR® (214)783-6416 – Cell/Text (682)224-8050 – Faxpuniwai@fathomrealty.comhttp:…
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