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Recognizing Predatory Mortgage Lenders
A predator is defined as one that preys on others, which is why some lenders have fittingly earned the title as predatory mortgage lenders.  Excessively high interest rates, questionable and/or hidden…
Super Systems for Super Agents
       How much time have you spent looking into listing technologies?    How many hours have you spent looking to produce the most buyer leads with the      least amount of money?    Have…
Do you have any pictures of the house? I don't mind a fixer but need to see the basics. Thanks!
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what is the difference in a mortgage credit score and a consumer credit score?
I need a home to call my own. I have two children . My husband and i are both veterans and While we were in the military He used his Va loan and then we both got of of the military and we moved to his…
Buying a House “As-Is” With Right to Inspect
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This listing is being shown as sold. Is it possible it's showing sold but was actually repossed. There is a winterized sticker in the front door.
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Has anyone heard of or used Visual Shows?
This company I'm curious about, they claim to have good listing syndication yet haven't shown anything active where their name is behind it. I have a picture of a listing they sent me showing…
'How our home was saved from foreclosure'
Read...http://money.cnn.com/2012/04/24/real_estate/foreclosure-settlement-reprieve/index.htmBuyer 50%-60% Cash Rebate / Seller 50% Commission Discount Quality Full Service! Work directly with the Broker. Flavio…
Vacation in Ocean City
Ocean City's annual vacation giveaway contest began on Thursday, and expands this year from eight to 11 weeklong family vacations. Anybody 25 or older can enter online to be included in random drawings…
How do I appeal the property tax assessment? 2006 appraisal on my new home was 230,000, just sold it and it appraised 185,000 sold for 181,000.
Due to the LP county assessment mess, my taxes had been prorated and paying on the land only, so when I sold the home, I had to put $15,000 in escrow to cover estimated taxes. Please advise how to appeal.
An Early Morning Visitor at the Beach
Spring has come early to the Jersey Shore.  Here in Ocean City the pear trees are in full bloom, the daffodils are already fading and the early tulips are opening their faces to the sun.  Each morning's…
Condos for sale at Pascal Court in Des Plaines, Illinois
Pascal Court in Des Plaines Pascal Court is a condo community built in the late 1970's. Pascal Court is located in Des Plaines, Illinois on River North of Algonquin. Activity in Pascal Court for the…
Plaese respond to contact info for property.
I am interested in the property, requested more information. And contact info. -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/rental/3058467789--Orleans-St-1714-Detroit-MI-48207
Real Estate Market on the Rise in Ocean City NJ
I have been in Ocean City Real Estate full time since 2004 with Prudential Fox & Roach Realtors. I would like to start out by talking about something that everyone is interested in and that is the…
Can realtor rent apt without owner knowing of better offer?
I was the first to call about apt and waning to pay full year lease money so I can go back to college and after paying for application and missing out on other rentals due to it taking a week of deciding…
Lease Option Home Sales
Most realtors are in unfamiliar territory in a lease option home sale and therefore usually by pass or speak negatively about this sales option. For good reason there has been many challanges in this part…
Selecting the Right Lender
While most lenders play by the rules and respect the law, there are always going to be some dirty fish in the pond. Those who follow the state and federal laws and guidelines are usually well known.A good…
Short Sales to Reach Record Numbers This Year?
Short sales are surging this year, and if the trend continues, they could reach record levels in 2012, RealtyTrac reports. Short-sale transactions are starting to outpace foreclosure sales, as more banks…
Is the property still available? I am looking to move immediately. Thanks, Amanda
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Having Good Schools Nearby Improves Home Values
Living near a high-scoring public school district can raise home values $205,000 higher compared to homes located in neighborhoods with low-scoring school districts, according to a new study by Brookings…
Lock 'Em Up
Recently a local agent reported that a visitor to her Open House had allegedly stolen prescription narcotics. The 'buyer' was caught by another agent pocketing the homeowners prescription drugs. Sellers…
We're interested in buying the house. Is it still for sale? Is the information provided here correct?
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What is the going % that the realtor gets?
Do you get a break on commissions if you sell and buy from the same realtor?
Foreclosures: What About The Children (Part 1)
We were recently troubled by the findings of a research paper authored by Julia Isaacs of the Brookings Institute for the organization First Focus which was titled The Ongoing Impact of Foreclosures on…
San Tan Valley Short Sales for Sale - 4 Bedroom 1952 Sqft in San Tan Valley
San Tan Valley Short Sales for Sale. Check out this well maintained home, this home features formal living, formal dining, eat in kitchen with breakfast bar, family room, 4 bedrooms, 2 baths and is situated…
San Tan Valley Short Sales for Sale - 3 Bedroom 1384 Sqft in Queen Creek
San Tan Valley Short Sales for Sale. Nice 3 bedroom 2 bedroom, split master bedroom. Open floor plan - family room.Needs some work - paint - carpet - .lots of potential to turn into to a great rental or…
812 Fleming Street #4 - Key West Condo For Sale
Just listed, but not by me, 812 Fleming Street Unit #4 in the Seafoam Condominium in the heart of Old Town Key West.  You'd think this is my listing because I just love this building and this incredible…
San Tan Valley Short Sales for Sale - 4 Bedroom 3081 Sqft in San Tan Valley
San Tan Valley Short Sales for Sale. Beautiful 2 story home with 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, private play pool, dawnstairs has a one bedroom, full bath. Upstairs 3 bedrooms, 2 bath, and huge loft. Kitchen…
San Tan Valley Short Sales for Sale - 5 Bedroom 3634 Sqft in San Tan Valley
San Tan Valley Short Sales for Sale. A beautiful home, was the pride & joy of sellers.Was cared for. Now it has to be sold as short sale. You want to hold big parties check this beautiful large backyard.…
San Tan Valley Short Sales for Sale - 2 Bedroom 1227 Sqft in San Tan Valley
San Tan Valley Short Sales for Sale. Well maintained house in great subdivision. Incredible investment opportunity. Won't last long!!For Up To Date Info Contact The Valley Solutions Team 480-766-1258$75,000San…
San Tan Valley Short Sales for Sale - 3 Bedroom 1630 Sqft in San Tan Valley
San Tan Valley Short Sales for Sale. Nice home in Johnson Ranch area. Tenant in place, so good investment opportunity. New carpet and paint. Back yard has no landscaping. Clean home, some ceiling fans,…
San Tan Valley Short Sales for Sale - 3 Bedroom 1412 Sqft in San Tan Valley
San Tan Valley Short Sales for Sale. This beautiful 3 bed 2 bath home is between the second and third hole of the Golf Club at Johnson Ranch! You are greeted with a tiled entry, Berber carpet and custom…
Real Estate Season - Spring Has Sprung
Spring brings out a lot of wonderful feelings in most people and the Seattle real estate season usually starts ramping-up around this time. It is the season where people leave their winter hibernation…
San Tan Valley Bank Owned Homes for Sale - 4 Bedroom 2656 Sqft in San Tan Valley
San Tan Valley Bank Owned Homes for Sale. You are going to love the layout of this home! 4 large bedrooms, 3 full baths. Spacious kitchen with nice cabinets and a breakfast bar. Stop by and have a look…
San Tan Valley Bank Owned Homes for Sale - 5 Bedroom 3735 Sqft in San Tan Valley
San Tan Valley Bank Owned Homes for Sale. Need to room to roam ? How about extra bathrooms? If so this is the home for you. Home has large living room,family room,den and half bath all down stairs. Upstairs…
Buy Now?
Should I buy a house in Charlotte NC now? No matter how the economy is or how good your financial situation is, that seems to always be the question. Is the time right, should I make the commitment, what…
April 24, 2012
Today’s food for thought from Sallust:  “Everything that rises sets, and everything that grows, grows old.”  “We just need to stretch that growing old part.”  Fred   Fred’s pick of the…
I'm thinking about purchasing a condo in Monterey Hills, however, my concern is re: the surrounding area.
What are the downsides in moving to such an isolated area, i.e, Highland Park shares the same zip code and the crime rate is higher than I am comfortable with. Monterey Hills is in the Hollenbeck Area…
San Tan Valley Bank Owned Homes for Sale - 3 Bedroom 1714 Sqft in San Tan Valley
San Tan Valley Bank Owned Homes for Sale. Great home in excellent location of Copper Basin. Home is located just south of Community Center/YMCA. Nice location on quiet street and southern exposure. Home…
San Tan Valley Bank Owned Homes for Sale - 2 Bedroom 1090 Sqft in San Tan Valley
San Tan Valley Bank Owned Homes for Sale. Nice home on north side of Copper Basin. Home is move in ready condition and neutral throughout. Home features open family room, eat in kitchen and nice sized…
why are the taxes approx. $1200 on this unit, when the taxes on unit 339N are $334 per year ? How would I obtain the condo association rules ?
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San Tan Valley Bank Owned Homes for Sale - 3 Bedroom 1874 Sqft in San Tan Valley
San Tan Valley Bank Owned Homes for Sale. Come and see this terrific home located on a corner ,pool lot in the Johnson Ranch subdivision.This home has a nice open floor plan with the kitchen overlooking…
How is the Bedford NY area real estate market doing? | RobReportBlog
How is the Bedford NY area real estate market doing?  |   RobReportBlogClients are always asking "how is the market doing?'  Here are the numbers for the last six months compared to the same period…
San Tan Valley Bank Owned Homes for Sale - 4 Bedroom 2996 Sqft in San Tan Valley
San Tan Valley Bank Owned Homes for Sale. Great house located in high demand Johnson Ranch. This home has great features including separate family/living room, formal dining, upstairs loft and large bedrooms.…
San Tan Valley Bank Owned Homes for Sale - 3 Bedroom 1632 Sqft in San Tan Valley
San Tan Valley Bank Owned Homes for Sale. This is a very nice home Come and see this terrific home located in the Johnson Ranch subdivision. This home has a nice open floor plan with the kitchen overlooking…
San Tan Valley Bank Owned Homes for Sale - 3 Bedroom 1893 Sqft in San Tan Valley
San Tan Valley Bank Owned Homes for Sale. You'll love this great floorplan with formal living room as the center point of the home. Offering upgraded kitchen cabinets and black appliances. There is a family…
52 Acres of Land Just Reduced!
1805 Jacob Rd, Cortlandt Manor, NY 10567Fifty two acres in Westchester County! Yes you can have your private compound in an exclusive area of Yorktown. Wooded paradise found with colonial stone walls…
San Tan Valley Bank Owned Homes for Sale - 3 Bedroom 1896 Sqft in San Tan Valley
San Tan Valley Bank Owned Homes for Sale. Repairs complete! Home has fresh paint and shows very well. Large floor plan features huge great room, open kitchen, large laundry and nice master bedroom. Kitchen…
San Tan Valley Bank Owned Homes for Sale - 3 Bedroom 2313 Sqft in San Tan Valley
San Tan Valley Bank Owned Homes for Sale. Beautiful 3 bedroom 2.5 bathroom that is waiting to be called home. With an open floor plan and a large family room to relax in. The spacious kitchen features…
San Tan Valley Bank Owned Homes for Sale - 2 Bedroom 1584 Sqft in San Tan Valley
San Tan Valley Bank Owned Homes for Sale. Very nice and upgraded home in Solera at Johnson Ranch. Home features large family room, den/office and 2 full bedrooms. Home has designer paint, plush carpeting…
San Tan Valley Bank Owned Homes for Sale - 3 Bedroom 1918 Sqft in San Tan Valley
San Tan Valley Bank Owned Homes for Sale. Check out this terrific home located on a quiet cul-de-sac that has not only a private pool but backs to golf course! Home features 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, family…
San Tan Valley Bank Owned Homes for Sale - 5 Bedroom 2653 Sqft in San Tan Valley
San Tan Valley Bank Owned Homes for Sale. HUD Home. Beautifully located home in the heart of San Tan Valley. Hope boasts 5 large bedrooms and 2.5 baths. Open floor plan. Oversized lot with a pebble tech…
San Tan Valley Bank Owned Homes for Sale - 2 Bedroom 1415 Sqft in San Tan Valley
San Tan Valley Bank Owned Homes for Sale. Excellent property in Solera at Johnson Ranch. Popular model with eat-in kitchen, large family room and nice sized bedrooms. Home is well upgraded with corian…
San Tan Valley Bank Owned Homes for Sale - 4 Bedroom 2638 Sqft in San Tan Valley
San Tan Valley Bank Owned Homes for Sale. Large 4BR, 2.5BA, 3Car garage on an extra large lot. The den/office includes built in desks and cabinets with extended work surface. Living room, great room, dining…
San Tan Valley Bank Owned Homes for Sale - 2 Bedroom 1440 Sqft in San Tan Valley
San Tan Valley Bank Owned Homes for Sale. Great single level single family home with 2 bedrooms plus large den, 2 bathrooms, and a 2 car garage. Open floor plan, fireplace in family room, ceiling fans…
San Tan Valley Bank Owned Homes for Sale - 4 Bedroom 2280 Sqft in San Tan Valley
San Tan Valley Bank Owned Homes for Sale. Nice home located in prime location of San Tan Valley. Home has fresh paint throughout, new carpet and is move in ready condition! Nice floor plan features separate…
San Tan Valley Bank Owned Homes for Sale - 4 Bedroom 2938 Sqft in San Tan Valley
San Tan Valley Bank Owned Homes for Sale. 4 bed 3 bath home in Rancho Bella Vista. Full Master Bath, Covered Patio, Loft, Granite, Etc. Come check it out! Buyers to verify all matters of material of importance.…
san tan valley homes for sale - homes for sale in san tan valley - 4 Bedroom 1687 Sqft in Queen Creek
san tan valley homes for sale - homes for sale in san tan valley. Neat & Move in Ready! You're going to love the spacious feel of this home from the moment you walk into the family/great room, very…
san tan valley homes for sale - homes for sale in san tan valley - 5 Bedroom 3634 Sqft in San Tan Valley
san tan valley homes for sale - homes for sale in san tan valley. A beautiful home, was the pride & joy of sellers.Was cared for. Now it has to be sold as short sale. You want to hold big parties check…
san tan valley homes for sale - homes for sale in san tan valley - 2 Bedroom 1764 Sqft in San Tan Valley
san tan valley homes for sale - homes for sale in san tan valley. This Ledgestone backs to the mountain and has a wide open feeling and great views. Kitchen has Corian countertops and staggered maple cabinets.…
For the Oklahoma City buyers: What are the most important aspects of your search right now? Price? Location? Interest Rates?
I am looking for answers from buyers only. I am putting a report together and this is one of my survey questions to allow me to understand what the primary issue is driving buyer's motivation to get…
san tan valley homes for sale - homes for sale in san tan valley - 2 Bedroom 1764 Sqft in San Tan Valley
san tan valley homes for sale - homes for sale in san tan valley. This Ledgestone backs to the mountain and has a wide open feeling and great views. Kitchen has Corian countertops and staggered maple cabinets.…
san tan valley homes for sale - homes for sale in san tan valley - 4 Bedroom 2010 Sqft in San Tan Valley
san tan valley homes for sale - homes for sale in san tan valley. NOT A SHORT SALE OR BANK OWNED QUICK ANSWERS ** 4 bedroom-two bath home corner lot back up to green belt. Kitchen has upgraded dark cabinets.…
san tan valley homes for sale - homes for sale in san tan valley - 4 Bedroom 3081 Sqft in San Tan Valley
san tan valley homes for sale - homes for sale in san tan valley. Amazing two story home in great neighborhood! Home has fresh two-tone paint, granite counter tops, new stainless steel appliances and upgraded…
san tan valley homes for sale - homes for sale in san tan valley - 3 Bedroom 1620 Sqft in San Tan Valley
san tan valley homes for sale - homes for sale in san tan valley. Its like walking into a Brand New Home!! 3 bed+den/2bath home with NEW interior 2-tone paint. NEW carpet. Kitchen features NEW granite…
as an investor i would like to bay to offer the house for rental Please advice the minimum net rental income .
please provide the last price for the same kind regards -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3082549985-259-Cornell-Ave-Amherst-OH-44001
san tan valley homes for sale - homes for sale in san tan valley - 4 Bedroom 2280 Sqft in San Tan Valley
san tan valley homes for sale - homes for sale in san tan valley. Nice home located in prime location of San Tan Valley. Home has fresh paint throughout, new carpet and is move in ready condition! Nice…
san tan valley homes for sale - homes for sale in san tan valley - 2 Bedroom 1905 Sqft in San Tan Valley
san tan valley homes for sale - homes for sale in san tan valley. This Meadowood sits on a 12,197 sq.ft. lot in a CUL-De-SAC. Front courtyard entry way & back patio with flagstone stamping. Tile has…
san tan valley homes for sale - homes for sale in san tan valley - 4 Bedroom 2336 Sqft in San Tan Valley
san tan valley homes for sale - homes for sale in san tan valley. INVESTOR OPPORTUNITY....4 bedroom 3 bath home, the downstairs bedroom has a huge closet and full bath. Carpet and Tile in the right places!…
san tan valley homes for sale - homes for sale in san tan valley - 4 Bedroom 2638 Sqft in San Tan Valley
san tan valley homes for sale - homes for sale in san tan valley. Large 4BR, 2.5BA, 3Car garage on an extra large lot. The den/office includes built in desks and cabinets with extended work surface. Living…
Do you have any pictures of the inside of the condo?
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san tan valley homes for sale - homes for sale in san tan valley - 5 Bedroom 2653 Sqft in San Tan Valley
san tan valley homes for sale - homes for sale in san tan valley. HUD Home. Beautifully located home in the heart of San Tan Valley. Hope boasts 5 large bedrooms and 2.5 baths. Open floor plan. Oversized…
san tan valley homes for sale - homes for sale in san tan valley - 2 Bedroom 1415 Sqft in San Tan Valley
san tan valley homes for sale - homes for sale in san tan valley. This Prairie model sits on a great lot that sides to a desert landscaped common area and mountain views from your front porch! Inside has…
When Is The Best Time To Buy A Home?
You can try to "time the market."  In 22 years of helping homebuyers as a mortgage professional, I've never seen any "timing" work to a homebuyer's benefit.  I take the approach of preparedness and persistence,…
Do you take dogs. Is there storage available?
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Should I pay cash for a new home or take out a mortgage?
I am a first time home buyer. I have no debt and $250K cash so I can pay for a house upfront. Should I do this, or pay 20% down and get a mortgage? Additiona info: (1) the home is for my 88 year old father…
Common Types of Scams Involving Fraudulent Deeds; With Some Notes of Caution
  Part 2 of 2:  By Wayne S. Bell (Chief Counsel) and Summer B. Bakotich (Special Investigator) – California Department of Real Estate Part 1 click here Last week we discussed Fraudulent Deeds recorded…
Foreclosures: What About the Children? (Part 1)
Share 21inShare We were recently troubled by the findings of a research paper authored by Julia Isaacs of the Brookings Institute for the organization First Focus which was titled The Ongoing Impact…
Keep Your Clients Safe from Mortgage Relief Scams
Daily Real Estate News | Monday, April 23, 2012 The Federal Trade Commission is warning home owners to beware of a growing number of mortgage relief scams that are preying on struggling home owners with…
Survey: REOs Safer Bet if Inspection-Approved
Daily Real Estate News | Monday, April 23, 2012 About 84 percent of home buyers say distressed properties can be a good deal, and they would be more likely to consider buying a distressed property if a…
looking to see this apartment
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FHA Delays Loan Rule on Borrower Credit Disputes
Daily Real Estate News | Monday, April 23, 2012 After being criticized that a new rule could shut out too many borrowers, the Federal Housing Administration says it will postpone implementing the rule,…
REALTOR AGAINST FORECLOSURE
When families lose their homes to foreclosure -- communities, the housing market and the economy all suffer. Short sales are one way that some troubled homeowners can avoid foreclosure and I’m a real…
Miami Luxury Condo Real Estate Market
Luxury Miami Condo PricesThe Miami condo market is showing more than small signs of recovery; a recent report showed that Miami condo prices increased 36% over the past year. Additionally, median Miami…
Squatters Get Restraining Order Against Agent?
Daily Real Estate News | Monday, April 23, 2012 A real estate agent can’t get near the home she’s trying to sell in Antioch, Calif., because a group of squatters, who have overtaken the home, got a…
Milton MA Real Estate Market Report ~ First Quarter 2012
Originally posted at Canton MA Events & Real EstateMilton MA Real Estate Market Report ~ First Quarter 2012In case you have not heard, the real estate market is bustling. I have already looked at the real…
Loans For Assisted Living CCRC Facilities No Upfront Fees
Winston Rowe & Associates, a no upfront fee commercial mortgage banker believe it’s important not only to maintain, but also to set the pace for innovation and creativity in the assisted living financing…
Single Family Home in Corolla 617 Sea Oats Court, NC 27927
Offered at$525,000Single Family Home6 Bedrooms3 BathroomsInterior: 1,955 sqftNew Listing!! Short Sale!!Excellent location only 85 yards to the beach and backing up to open space with forever views of the…
I need my high school transcripts
I need my high school transcripts for me to be able to enroll into college in the fall semester
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