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FHA Monthly Mortgage Insurance To Increase
It seems like every time we blink, FHA changes their rules. On April 18th, 2011, FHA will increase their monthly mortgage insurance premiums as if the previous increase is not already hard on buyers.…
Please remove this listing, this house has been sold since 28 February and these pictures should NOT on here.
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What Issues to Consider for Manufactured Homes on Real Property?
In 2003 I had to move to Phoenix AZ due to a job transfer. In a year or so I want to move back to the Portland OR area. I have seen listings where the property type is "Manufactured Home on Real…
Financing a mobile home in OK
I am relocating to OK and am looking at purchasing a mobile home. I am having a little touble with financing. my credit is great and money is there but it seems like no one is financing them right now.…
How to sell our manufactured home?
We own a double wide manufactured home on 0.25 acre lot that was built in 1978. We purchased it 3 years ago, and it has provided us a chance to save money by living inexpensively. Now that it is time…
manufactured or modular
hi i have to go through a va under writter to buy my home, and they do not allow, manufactured, we just lost a house because we thought it was modular, and i was not can someone tell me what this one is?
buying a home for cash
DO I HAVE TO GO THROUGH ALL THE RED TAPE OF CREDIT REPORTS, TAXES, ETC. TO BUY A MOBILE HOME IN FLORIDA?
Is this in an apartment building or a renovated house?
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Are newer manufactured or mobile homes allowed in the area? What areas are they not permitted?
I have a new, large manufactured home (roof rated for snow) and would like to find out if these are permitted anywhere in the Wrightwood area?
are there classes to take for NSP funding?
Are there classes to take to be eligible for NSP funding?
You have stated that utilities are available does this include sewer or do you have to have a septic system? Is there a HOA? Thanks G.Arrington
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Is a manufactured home a good option?
I am 24 years old and am looking to buy a home and am wondering if a mobile home or manufactured home would be better than renting.
Cons of a new manufactured (not mobile) home?
Hello, I am located in Southeast San Diego near Morse high school. I wrote a post concerning the investment of a manufactured home I considering; l. however, it did not fit the character limits. So,…
Are there any manufactured home communities in the South Bay?
I heard there was a mobile home park on the RPV Peninsula. What do the homes cost there?
hello, how do i see this home/ HOW much is the space rent? I can't find a way to contact you!
please email me back. I am looking for a manufactured home with affordable overhead. 2 or 3 bedroom. I will pay cash.
Mortgages for mobile/manufactured homes?
Do they exist out here in San Jose or must you always get a personal property/chattel loan?
Interested in buying a two bedroom place in Canal Pointe/Colonnade Pointe.
Hello. I am interested in buying a two bedroom place in either Canal or Colonnade Pointe. I like the area, it is close to work, walking distance from several shops that I like, etc. I tried to do some…
Watch Before You E-mail, Court Says. Emails May Be Binding
E-mails are just as binding in real estate negotiations as traditional ink-on-paper contracts, according to a state court ruling in New York regarding a real estate dispute. “Given the vast growth…
is this house still for sale?
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How to appeal your real estate taxes, Tip #3
http://www.wacogatesvillehomes.com/content/blogs/kg/entry/how_to_appeal_your_real23. Consider hiring a third party. Some professionals focus on helping homeowners appeal their real estate taxes. If you…
Chino Valley isn’t Just a Bunch of Farms and Horse Pasture- Check out Appaloosa Meadows
Most people think of Chino Valley as just a farming community.  Though Chino Valley has many farms, it also offers some beautiful neighborhoods.  Check out Appaloosa Meadows, right in the heart of Chino…
do you have any foreclosures that are waterfront?
we are looking for properties not necesarily foreclosures, but a nice property that is a waterfront property prefurably on a lake, but the ocen would be ok if it is affordable for us. a one family home…
Stonecrest, Summerfield, Florida
Stonecrest is a well-known active adult community in Florida located right next to the sprawling Villages community. With 2,200 homes at Stonecrest, as compared to 75,000 homes in The Villages, Stonecrest…
How do I know if my agent is a buyer- or seller-agent. They all say they are on my side (buyer), but too many are pushy. Thanks
I want to buy a house in St-Pete, Fl, I feel uncomfortable with all agents. Can't find one who doesn't say "that's the best deal for you". Or they give up :(. I am paying cash,…
How much are the maintenance fees and what do they include?
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Down Payment Assistance Options
Unless you are a vetaran and qualify for the VA no money down loan, there are very few  no money down loan options available for home buyers today, right?  Wrong.There are far more programs available…
"How much does an MLS listing cost?" Was a Recent Question on a Real Estate Web Site
Valuable as it is, you need a lot more than an MLS listing to sell any home if you are interested in 1) the best price 2) assistance in preparing your home to generate the best offers 3) assistance in…
Deals on Vacant Land in Prescott
The market has definitely come way down as far as home values in Prescott go.  Estimates suggest home values are down 40-55% since 2005.  Vacant land has come down even further.  Estimates suggest vacant…
I live in a property that will go up for Auction. I want to purchase it since I reside in it now. I have $10K. Any investor willing to bid and carry?
I have $10K. Would like to know if an investor or broker who will purchase and carry loan until I can finance it? The place sold for initially for $300K . I have seen the property of the same type go for…
Foreclosures 3% down and as low as 620 score available in Florida Now!
What to do to take advantage of this program!Visit www.Homepath.com pick out a homego to www.premiermortgagestore.comDid you know that Brightgreen is a designation lender for HomePath?  What does this…
PROPERTY 2625 OCOTILLO RD #3 PHOENIX AZ. PLEASE CONTACT janice.weil@gmail.com thanks janice
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Does this property have flood insurance? What is the cost? Has it ever flooded?
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I am looking to purchase LOT 505 on Mast drive. The detail provided in your website is for a house on LOT 496. Do you have information on LOT 505?
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How can I get Trulia to update my pictures on their web site.?
How can I get Trulia to update my pictures on their web site. The one's there now are old out of date pics. Ron
is this house still on the market? I drive by & I don't see any activity
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100% USDA home loan and swimming pools - clarification
Many assume that swimming pools are not permitted under the USDA 502 guarantee program. Even more buyers/agents may not even be aware that pools can be an issue at all, here is some clarification -  First,…
Are there any rental homes in Oakboro, NC?
My family is looking for a nice, affordable rental home in Oakboro, Stanfield, or Locust. We do have a well trained dog that is like family. We're looking for a 2-3 BR, 1-2 BA house for less than $650…
What is the taxes for this property?
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Discover the benefits of a 100% USDA home mortgage in Florida
Now is the time to discover the benefits of a 100% USDA home mortgage!  100% mortgage financing is hard to find these days, especially in Florida. USDA is one of the only options left. Many people are…
GWB & Hudson River panorama from Edgewater, NJ 07020
GWB & Hudson River panorama from Edgewater, NJ 07020You can see two Edgewater developments:- Vela Townhomes (Vela Way, Edgewater, NJ - 29 units)- The Moorings (by this time partially under construction)And…
How to market your home before selling
The term marketing is customer oriented approach to sell anything. A buyer will feel satisfied by getting the best value for the money.  One can easily understand how critical a buyer will be for such…
We have put an offer on house in 94539 area.The seller has added a bonus bathroom over existing foundation without any permit.should we go for it?
The bonus bathroom is near the kitchen and he has done all the work himself since he is a licensed contractor himself. He has also remodeled the kitchen without a permit. We are in the contingency period…
PHO HA,RANCHO CUCAMONGA-Not Your Grandmother's Soup
OK, you're at the Foothill Village Shopping Center,on the Southeast corner of Foothill/Hellman, in Rancho Cucamonga. Oh, and you're hungry.   Do you...?   A) Go to Chuck E. Cheese and pay wayyyy too…
USDA Funding 2011 - Florida
Just a reminder, the USDA / Rural Development program is funding as normal in 2011 with no funding delays.  The current USDA one-time funding fee is 3.5% that is rolled into the loan. The new funding…
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Going Away... Maybe... part 2....
    Earlier this month I wrote about the President's plan to phase out Freddie and Fannie Mae and its effects on Chico Real Estate. Let's us dive into some the specifics of this..  Access to low…
Open House Volume on the Rise in Warren, NJ
There are 14 Open Houses scheduled in Warren today - that's a 25% jump over last week, a good indication that the Spring Market is beginning to build.  And with good weather - for a change - it is looking…
USDA eligible locations in Florida
The USDA home loan program is limited to certain eligible areas deemed "rural" by the USDA/Rural Development.  We frequently receive questions about the areas in Florida that are eligible for the program.…
I know this house had a problem with the stucture on the garage crack in back wall and darainage had this been redone and fixed?
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Why are your reators posting such high unrealistic house prices in a negative undoable finance,depressive market conditions and lame economy, Why?
These unrealistic asking prices require the unfinanciable buyers to pay cash or simply just walk and leave, due to a crashing market, lame economy, and lenders greed.
Academy Hill Homes in Groton
Sunday, February 27th, 2011 More Confidence and a Once-in-a-Lifetime Opportunity After many months away, I am very pleased to announce that I am back at Academy Hill. Interest in Academy Hill is as strong…
I am thinking of buying a Mission house with the backyard facing Mission Blvd.
Mission Blvd seems to be a busy street. any advice . The big plus is the elementary, middle and high schools are walking distance. Can noise reduction ideas.
FHFA Home Price Index Falls Slightly in 4th Quarter 2010
On Thursday, the FHFA released their Home Price Index for the 4th Quarter of 2010 and it shows that home prices fell 0.8% from the 3rd Quarter of 2010. I am sure that many will start screaming that the…
A Peep At The Coops - Urban Chicken Coop Tour
What:  A Peep At The CoopsWhen:  Sunday, April 18, 2010Time:  11:00-5:00 (rain date is April 25)Where:  East DallasAdmission:  Free Eleven coops for city chickens will be featured on this FREE, self-guided…
Foreclosures: A Great Investment or Bad Disaster?
With all the talk of the great deals you can get on foreclosures , you may be tempted to step into the investment market. Or, you may get the idea that buying a foreclosure is your best bet for a great…
Top 15 Things A Listing Agent Won’t Tell Sellers … (But REALLY Should …)
We’ve all been there: something happens and you feel like you just HAVE to say something. However, common sense and the manners your mother pounded into you during your childhood keep your lips planted…
I would like to view this property - what are the arrangements please? deanelliott@forthcapital.com Thanks
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I hear BofA is the slowest, hardest to deal with in a short sale - which bank(s) are easiest to deal with for the approval a buyer's offer?
nowadays? Also, let's assume: - the situation proof of hardship and whatever technicalities have been cleared - the listing agent has done short sales before and knows the ins and outs (whatever…
Please advise if this complex has reserves for capital expenditures. Thank you!
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February 18-24 Real Estate Transactions for Routt County and Steamboat Springs
The weekly real estate sales as reported by the Steamboat Pilot are as follows.  I might add that this week's sales are the fewest in 2011.  But don't let that fool you, real estate activity has been frenzied…
Should kitchen appliances match?
Our new home is lacking a refrigerator, and we're trying to decide what kind to buy. The ovens (KitchenAid) and range (Viking) already don't match, but should we try to match the refrigerator…
Survey: Sellers Fare Better With Agents
Sellers have a better chance at getting their house sold by using a REALTOR® than opting for the do-it-yourself approach, according to a survey of 1,000 home owners by HomeGain.com, an online real estate…
Hello there, I seem to have lost the house marker on the map. Do you know how to re-start it again? Also taxes on the 317 Citrus house?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1080722800-317-Citrus-Ave-Nokomis-FL-34275
I WOULD LIKE A TELEPHONE NUMBER TO LOCAL CHESTER COUNTY TRULIA. PLEASE CALL ME AT 610-291-8825. OUR HOUSE IS LISTED OFF THE MARKET AND IT IS NOT
OUR REALTOR HAS NOT BEEN ABLE TO FIX THIS FOR THREE WEEKS AND I KNOW YOUR SITE IS USED ALOT. PLEASE HELP ME IN THIS MATTER.
Foreclosure (REO) Listings on the Market in Livonia, MI (55 additional properties available)
Current Foreclosures on the Market Livonia, MI 2/26/2011 Address Price Bedrooms Baths Basement Sq. ft.18305 Melvin $9,494 3 1 No 100819416 Saint Francis $25,000 3 1 No 91211780 Camden $37,500 3 2 No 130020321…
Could I lived well in Galveston, TX on $41k a year?
That is something like $3400 a month. $1708 a week.
Foreclosure (REO) Listings on the Market in Dearborn Heights, MI (35 additional properties available)
Current Foreclosures on the Market Dearborn Heights, MI 2/26/2011 Address Price Bedrooms Baths Basement Sq. ft.4705 Raymond $10,600 4 1 No 11925323 Croissant $12,920 3 1 No 95026372 Eton $13,640…
Foreclosure (REO) Listings on the Market in Garden City, MI (25 additional properties available)
Current Foreclosures on the Market Garden City, MI 2/26/2011 Address Price Bedrooms Baths Basement Sq. ft.7051 Inkster $13,500 2 1 No 125631918 Cherry Hill $18,240 3 1 No 110829017 Dawson $25,000…
What are other ways to search for houses besides using MLS?
what is a good way to find FSBO's, auctions, etc, basically anything that might not be on MLS?
Foreclosure (REO) Listings on the Market in Redford, MI (105 additional properties available)
Current Foreclosures on the Market Redford, MI 2/26/2011 Address Price Bedrooms Baths Basement Sq. ft.15537 Winston $9,000 2 1 No 87215407 Dixie $12,900 3 1 No 87615545 Woodbine $14,000 3 1 No 120019468…
Is it a fl. state law that all condo owners and anyone living in the condo that is ran by a board has to give the board a copy of their vehicle reg.
or their drivers license and is it a law that unit owner has to have insurance on their unit ? I own a condo in Margate , Fl
Foreclosure (REO) Listings on the Market in Westland, MI (65 additional properties available)
Current Foreclosures on the Market Westland, MI 2/26/2011 Address Price Bedrooms Baths Basement Sq. ft.31505 Allegan $11,700 3 2 No 107435468 Farragut $22,000 5 2 No 19041643 Westchester $29,900…
Go Solar California CSI Thermal Initiative Program - Cash Rebates of up to $1,875
Incentives are now available for Solar Water-Heating Systems!The CSI-Thermal Program offers cash rebates of up to $1,875 for solar water heating systems on single-family homes. Multifamily and Commercial…
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