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Behind the $25B Settlement: Joe Smith
Behind the $25B Settlement: Joe Smith 04/24/2012 By: Ryan SchuetteParties to the landmark mortgage servicing settlement in February appointed one man to oversee $25 billion in compliance.In an interview…

Award-winning Fire Academy to host free Expo May 5
  The Coral Springs Fire Academy is hosting its first Fire Academy Expo on Saturday, May 5 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Families and future firefighters will have an opportunity to tour the award-winning facility…

Can I view a property w/ the seller's agent but then decide to higher my own representation after if I like the property?

Sorry, who owns the house in 63 S 3rd St., Brooklyn, New York. And how can I contact this person?

Family Home, Quality Finishes, This is a MUST SEE
Listed for only$171,000, this home is high quality for a competitive price.click here for more MLS:183291 Three Bed; Two Full Bath, Open Layoutclick here for moreOpen LayoutThis house is on the 'top…

Why is the market so low in S.E. Michigan

How Will Adverse Public Records and Judgements Affect Credit?
Take one minute to watch this video.Then, visit our home page and register to receive our entire video seminar series!Rely on Dedicated Credit Repair for the TRUTH about credit!

Administrative Professionals Day
It's ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS DAY!!!  Be sure to show your true appreciation of those that help make your business run the way it should.  Without our administrative professionals in our office,…

If i pay cash for ahome in Canadian Lakes(60,000 or less],what would it cost me annuallyto live their?

Morning Radar: NY Judge Denies Motion to Widen $8.5 BofA Case
Morning Radar: NY judge denies motion to widen $8.5B BofA caseHousingWire's Morning Radar provides a look at stories trending across the Internet.BofA settlement stays limited in scopeA New York judge…

just moved to canadian lakes, what kind of activities are available that is not physical, my husband is on oxygen. we are bored

Who is the REO management company for Deutche Bank in the New England area?
Im a sales agent in Southern NH . Im tracking a home for a buyer that is going into foreclosure . The bank is Deutche Bank . I know the foreclosure with result in a "bank buy back " at the foreclosure…

It's National Open House Weekend~ Come Visit Me In Babylon!
Irene Lockel is hosting an open house on Sunday, April 29th, 1:00pm-4:00pm at 46 Woodsome Rd In Babylon.  Take the tour of this home at: http://46woodsomerd.epropertySites.com.  46 Woodsome Rd Babylon,…

What is the park fee?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3082379481-7349-Ulmerton-Rd-1409-Largo-FL-33771

Boom Coming?
Could this be the summer that the U.S. housing market provides a once-in-a-decade buying opportunity? Take a look at the SPDR S&P Home Builders ETF XHB +1.75% , which has been on…

Good Morning Lakewood CA
Good Morning Lakewood/Have anything to share  What’s Happening click below for some inspirationhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xEF4zH6XHCk Visit me at https://www.facebook.com/LifeInLakewoodRealtor  Click…

Where can we live? Single mom with 2 kids in the home fear living on the streets.
I reported, again, black mold in my home, (November 2011) Reputable property management is evicting me and 2 children from the home we have lived in for over 3 years. A couple days ago she offered a very…

I'm looking for RE Agent to find townhome/condo in northern San Jose or surrounding area 2 br around 250K. Anyone available?

Nationwide Open House Weekend in Canadian Lakes, MI
Visit us this weekend to preview homes on the Nationwide Open House Weekend in Candian Lakes.  Stop in at our office in Canadian Lakes at 8520 100th Avenue and receive a list of homes on the tour, complete…

if a home is a REO property, will the bank ever accept a bid that is lower than the asking price

Shortage of inventory: here are the facts!
"Did you know that Denver is No. 2 in the nation for the shortest length of time a home is listed (33 days) before being sold? Here are the facts (March 2012/March 2011): 1) The Number of Sold Properties…

Spring in Fayetteville
Wow!!! Looks like today will be the last of the rainly cold days of Spring and The sun will be returning to warm us up. Lots of things are going on but one great thing to mention is The DogWood Festival.…

Shred for free May 19
Avoid becoming a victim of identity theft by bringing any personal documents to the City’s next Shredathon, where they will be shredded for free on site. The next event will be Saturday, May 19 from…

Question about how the Sale Price of a Bank Owned / Foreclosure is determined.
Owner can't afford the house anymore and the Bank takes ownership of the house and puts it up as a Bank Owned / Foreclosure house. When a Bank-Owned/Foreclosure house goes on the market, is the price…

2012 Housing Industry Confidence on the Rise
With more than 1,000,000 members the National Association of Realtors® is the nation’s largest trade association. It’s no wonder that what it says carries a lot of weight. When a gargantuan outfit…

Hello! I'm VERY interested in this house. There is no phone number listed. If you could please contact me at 352 603 4875 i'd really appreciate it.
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/rental/3060036683--Moline-St-Stoughton-WI-53589?ecampaign=con_rlt_sharepropfriend_fr&eurl=www.trulia.com/rental/3060036683--Moline-St-Stoughton-WI-53589

Oceanfront Fort Lauderdale condominium -PLAYA DEL MAR
Playa del Mar is one of the finest luxury condominiums on Galt Ocean Mile. The 370 one, two and three-bedroom apartments rise 27 stories above the crystal waters that line the Galt Mile Beach. Residences…

How old is the roof on this building?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Florida/Vero_Beach/sold/490513-2150-Pine-Creek-Blvd-103-Vero-Beach-FL-32966

Top 10 Napa Valley Luxury Homes and Estates For Sale 4/25/2012
Napa Valley is the ultimate setting for luxury homes and estates.  The Valley has the finest vineyards in the world as well as top restaurants, spas, and shopping.  Many custom homes dot the east and…

Would like to confirm which middle school & High school are in the district for this home?

Are there any open houses planned for this home? How can my husband and I arrange to see it? Thanks, Jill Kotsis
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/foreclosure/3082221123--Camelot-Ct-Beverly-Hills-MI-48025

New Listing: 4426 Holbrook Drive Charlotte, NC. 28205
This charming bungalow style home located in the Sharon Amity area of Charlotte is a great value. This home has many updates and some unique features which separate it from others in the area. Located…

Buyers that don't want to work with an agent with the theory they will get a bargain price. Any Input?

How do I find information about bank real estate auctions?
I'm a first time investor in Los Angeles and I'm starting to think that the listings on websites like trulia, redfin etc are only a small subset of the real estate for sale in Los Angeles. Can…

Feasibility of owning property in Iowa to offset tuition costs at ISU in Ames- how long does one need to own/live in the property?
My son is thinking of attending the ISU in Ames. We are Minnesota residents. We are considering purchasing property in Iowa to a) Drop the rates of tuition and b) have a place for him to live off campus…

Real Estate and Facebook?
Facebook and social media can build a great source of Real Estate referrals as well as your friends and family are gently reminded of what we do fo a living. Remember to create a buisness page to talk…

Hi, I am thinking about moving in the Ashville area...
I'm a first time home buyer and looking for a family oriented and gay friendly community. Looking to spend no more than 200,000 with garage any neighborhoods that match my criteria?

Residents can now download free City app
Residents can nowdownload free City app Want to file a code enforcement complaint? The City now has an app for that! Residents with an Apple or Android device can now download the free “myCoralSprings”…

FHA is extremely expensive with ins. premiums going up... Do you have relations with a lender who has 5% down financing? Quick-Small-Reputable...
Great 5% down money available.

I'm a RE agent in Maryland and I want to buy a property in Mississippi by Homepath. Can I submit an offer online or I need an agent in?
Mississippi I recently got my license. I wanted to know if any licensed RE agent can submit an offer on Homepath in any state or the agent needs to be licensed in that particular state. Has any submitted…

Coral Springs to host Landlord Training Workshop
City hosts Landlord Training Workshop   The City of Coral Springs is hosting a Landlord Training Workshop on Wednesday, May 2 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Northwest Regional Library at 3151 University…

Tampa Bay Custom Homes: Exterior Stone Accents
By Missi McCombsStone, whether natural or veneer, is a popular way to add texture, pattern and interest to a home's exterior. As a Tampa custom home builder, we work with each of our clients to incorporate…

Would 8,000$ be a good down payment on a house?

Are Low-Ball Offers a Thing of The Past?
Daily Real Estate News | Tuesday, April 24, 2012 Last year, 10 percent of REALTORS® complained about receiving low-ball offers on listed homes — offers usually submitted by the buyer for 25 percent…

The Fed Starts A 2-Day Meeting Today. Make A Strategy.
The Fed Starts A 2-Day Meeting Today. Make A Strategy.The Federal Open Market Committee begins a 2-day meeting today in the nation’s capitol. It’s the group’s third of 8 scheduled meetings this year.…

Is it acceptable for a Realtor (yes, a member) not to list a short sale on MLS, but arrange with the seller & bank to sell directly to a buyer?
He is not listing it because he has found this very nice property he believes he can easily sell by himself. Since it is not on MLS another agent is not involved by buyer. He does list other properties…

What are the 3 most important things that I should consider when listing my home for sale?
I love this question from Sellers, and while there are more than 3, the answer to this question is Seasonality, Positioning, and Access. Seasonality is when we look at where the bulk of the buyers are…

Suffolk Virginia Homeowners: New Guidelines for Fannie & Freddie Short Sales
Great News for Distressed Homeowners! Beginning June 15, 2012, homeowners whose loans are backed by either Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac & have initiated a short sale with their lender should expect to…

I was just wondering if you had any more pics of this house.
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3082447839-8312-NW-27th-St-Bethany-OK-73008?ecampaign=con_day_propertycompdigest_bk&eurl=www.trulia.com/property/3082447839-8312…

Silicon Valley Top 10 Luxury Homes and Estates For Sale 4/25/2012
Silicon Valley offers some of the most exclusive residential communities in all of Northern California.  Custom homes and estates dot the eastern slope of the Santa Cruz Mountains, providing expansive…

An Old/New Project on S Lamar
Who has the money to buy a 4 acre apartment complex, tear it down, & then sit on it for 4 years?  Answer: Post Properties, Inc.  from Dallas (eww, Dallas).  I've driven by the old Southridge apartment…

Live in SF or Palo Alto?
My boyfriend and I are relocating to the San Francisco area, him with a job in Palo Alto and me in SF. We will be renting, and are unsure how to make it a bearable commute for both of us (or one could…

The Robo-Signing Settlement: How can it help you stay in your home?
The Second Largest Settlement in History: How it save you from foreclosure! The news has been abuzz in the past few weeks about the historic Robo-Signing Settlement reached between the government and five…

Hello, I'd like some help/suggestion about a starting home in Port Washington. I'd like something close to the water and to the train for
NYC. What would be a minimum decent budget to start? (Foreclosure included). Thanks

Buying & Living Green
Feeling inspired by Earth Day? You could buy an energy-efficient green home -- or you could take steps to make sure the one you've got is as environmentally friendly as it can be.Not only will living more…

What does a home need to have great resale value?
   6 signs a home will hold its resale valueBy Dian HymerInman News®Most buyers have a wish list of features they'd like to have in a home. Often missing from that list is how salable the home will…

How far of a radius is this?
If it is a 1000 feet in diameter that different from say 1 mile.

If I dont want to send my son to a school can I enroll him in a different school that my address is not assigned to?

Is this home still on the market/?

is it possible for it to be unfurnished?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/rental/3026086629--Sequoia-Ave-Tahoe-City-CA-96145

Foreclosures: What About the Children (Part 2)
by The KCM Crew on April 25, 2012 · Yesterday, we reported on the adverse impact foreclosures have had and will continue to have on the children of this country. Today, we want to talk about how parents…

Relocating and Buying a Home
Having to relocate can be trying enough for anyone, single or family; but add on to that stress having to come up with a new place to live and it’s easy enough to realize that without a good handle on…

what banks in marion sc accept va housing loans?
I have an va loan but no one will accept because my credit is bad. Will anyone accept it because of thes conditions?

Westchester Magazine Wine & Food Festival May 17-20, 2012
This event is considered to be the largest gathering of local restaurants, celebrated chefs, and foodies alike.  Imagaine the best of the best joined together to present the hottest new food, top vintage…

Is this property in any shape to restore? Or is this land value?
Please email more info on this property and properties of this type to vforwardproperties@hotmail.com Ike -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/foreclosure/3063710062--23rd-…

What should I look for if I am looking to purchase a home on cape cod as an investment property?

can't afford home
behind on mortgage payments,modification is still unaffordable.does bank decide if house should be short sale or does the homeowner decide that ? also Forbearance plan don't have the money to pay…

When is the corrected information going to be updated?
I sent a message on Sat 4/21 with the corrected information about my house. I got an email back saying I would hear from someone in 24 to 48 hrs. On Sun the 22nd my agent told me she got an email from…

Looking for a 4BR Home in the Forest Park East/West or Woodward Park, or Northtowne with a Rent to Own Option.
We are looking for a home with rent to own option, 4 BR home with minimum 1600 sq ft.

Landings of Tampa
If buying in the Landings of Tampa is a good investment? I am planning to buy for rental. Thanks, John

buyng a trailer home

Is A Short Sale For Me?
So is the short sale something you think would apply to your situation?First thing to do is to contact your mortgage company to see if there are any options that would allow you to stay in your home. …

First Time homebuyer from CHFA..informative reading...
First Time Homebuyer Guide Disclaimer:  CHFA intends the following guide to be viewed as representative of the steps that are commonly involved in buying a home and therefore as advisory only.…

I am looking for a 4 bedroom home that is accepting section 8 it is so hard to find someone who accepts section 8 help anyone.
4 bedroom w/o garage southeast to east side, need to move asap.

is this home still available?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1092276086-165-Blackjack-Ct-Fayetteville-GA-30215

Behind on your mortgage payments? Perhaps this might be of interest...
The Emergency Mortgage Assistance Program (EMAP) provides temporary monthly mortgage payment assistance for up to five years to eligible Connecticut homeowners who are facing foreclosure due…

I need a rental home in a good neighbourhood, a 3 bedroom 2bath with good school system relatively crime free and not too far from iupui. Thanks

Rent to Own Option Should I or Shouldn't I - Your DC, MD, & VA Realtor
This question is often asked many times and usually by people who have less than perfect credit or are in transition and are unsure of what they want to do but still want the atmosphere of home ownership.…

Zillow vs Trulia
Fellow agents:I would love some feedback from agents on their experiences with the paid services of each of these websites.  I just bought a zip code for my market area on Zillow and gave a 6 month committment. …

Remodeling Activity Expected to RISE
After hovering around a bottom for nearly two years, remodeling activity is expected to increase later this year, according to the Leading Indicator of Remodeling Activity (LIRA) released by the Joint…

What are the best quaint towns located near Canton, Mass. to raise a family in? We have a 9 yr old daughter and 7 yr old son.

Has anyone heard of this lender?
Bencini Investments Corp in the Stockton, CA area

The Franklin Shops Birthday Party!
 The Franklin Shops Birthday Party!Organization: Goodwill Industries of Southwest Florida, Inc. Join The Franklin Shops as they celebrate their one-year anniversary in downtown Fort Myers! As a way of…

The individual who only does enough work to get by seldom gets much more than
There is a cause and effect relationship between your actions and the rewards that accrue to you. When you put more of yourself into your career, your personal relationships, your spirituality, and any…

My family owns a lot in Morgans Point Resort. A builder has said the lot is not buildable. Why?
The builder states that new laws make the lot unbuildable due to septc system changes. That you must now have two lots to build on, so the lot is not worth anything. Of course, he would like to buy it.…

Do you know what the Home Affordable Refinance Program (HARP) is?
Home Affordable Refinance Program (HARP)If you're not behind on your mortgage payments but have been unable to get traditional refinancing because the value of your home has declined, you may be eligible…

Is this house open to show. if so when can i see it?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/foreclosure/3079106447--Landerwood-Ct-Decatur-GA-30034

Do Pride Builders in Houston, TX use cheap material? Is it strange to sale a home with a little over 3000sqft for only $120,000?
Home Builder Scams

Is Fitchburg good town for living with family ?

Housing Declared Bottoming in U.S.
By John Gittelsohn and Prashant Gopal | Bloomberg The U.S. housing market is showing more signs of stabilization as price declines ease and home demand improves, spurring several economists to call a bottom…

How do Norwood and Walpole schools compare to eachother?
Is one clearly better? Are there any really good schools in the area that are relatively affordable to buy in?

Psychology Helps Nutley Home Sales
When you choose the Nutley real estate agent who will be your home-marketing partner, you are choosing someone who will need to fill many roles: marketer, stager, tour guide, negotiator. And don’t…

I am buying this house, why is it still listed?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3004174515-203-E-9th-St-Mulberry-KS-66756

Did you lose your home to foreclosure via Chase Home Loans or Ally Financial/GMAC Mortgage? Do you think your foreclosure was "robo-signed"?
We're working on a segment with a national network for their nightly news on the GMAC/Chase robo-signing scandal. Ally Financial/GMAC and Chase mortgage have both halted foreclosures due to the fact…

I am looking to buy a home in the midwest: MI or OH. I am interested in knowing the property taxes on this house, to know if I can afford it. Thanks.
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/foreclosure/3075289919--Revere-St-Detroit-MI-48234

Looking for a Good Pre K an @ 2nd grade school for my kids, unfamiliar with this area..

how do I get it to change to be for sale by owner?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Pennsylvania/Lititz/sold/1204759-309-Cardinal-Rd-Lititz-PA-17543

is this house availble to move in now.?
is this house optional to buy -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/rental/3054405853-17363-Teppert-St-Detroit-MI-48234

Looking for condomium (with area for boat) for sale from AuGres, MI to East Tawas, MI
Will be a summer home.

Our Housing Report for March 2012 Is In!
For the third month in a row, Massachusetts and New Hampshire saw an increase in the amount of homes sold compared to the same time period in 2011.* Our housing report shows that in Massachusetts 4,317…