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Miro Okinawa - buyer
Does the name Miro Okinowa ring a bell for anyone, he wants a home in the $500K to $700KIf so would you please drop me an email or give me a call at 727-457-4015.  He is one of three leads I have received…
Free Home Buyer Class Teaches You How to Buy a Home With Little or No Money Down - State College, PA
Free Home Buyer Class Teaches You How to Buy a Home With Little or No Money Down - State College, PAWe invite you (or someone you know) to join us on February 23rd at 7pm for a FREE Home Buyers Class at…
would you take section 8 for this property?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1086764840-8112-N-River-Shore-Dr-Tampa-FL-33604
Ski Aspen/Snowmass
To ski Aspen and Snowmass Village this winter is pure bliss. There is little question as to why; Aspen and Snowmass Village are enjoying beautiful snow and some of the best ski conditions in years. Combined…
530 Herring Avenue, Tracys Landing MD 20779
FAIR HAVEN Location, location, location!!!  The value of this 1 bedroom / 1 bathroom cottage is the land!  Located in the cute water-oriented neighborhood of Fair Haven.  Being sold AS-IS! Currently…
Available for rent or rent to own?
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Founders Village Castle Rock CO
Founders Village Castle Rock Co is a larger community in the Castle Rock area comprised of both single family homes as well as one of the nicest Castle Rock condos and townhomes available (technically,…
Underground oil tank (emptied with paperwork from town). We'd like it removed before the purchase and the cost is nominal $1,500.
thIs it customary for the buyer or seller to pay? Would there be any reason they would not want to cooperate with the removal?
It's Aloha Friday Again: Waikiki Spam Jam
It's Aloha Friday Again:  Waikiki Spam Jam According to Yelp.com, "the 9th annual WAIKIKI SPAM JAM is quickly becoming one of the most popular festivals in Hawaii because of its great food and entertainment…
7915 Penn Randall Place, Upper Marlboro MD 20772
THE B&H PENN Great location off Beltway & Pennsylvania Ave. Currently a printing company, Electrical has been "heavy up to 1,400 amps".  Reinforced concrete floors, plenty of private fenced parking. …
CONTACTED HOME OWNER to let her know that I would like to purchase
I found a home that I love but the listing expired and since it was a short sale my agent was VERY reluctant and discourageing. So I researched the home owner and contacted them expressing my desire to…
1688 Forest Hill Court, Crofton MD 21114
Crofton Meadow This three bedroom, two and half bath end unit townhouse is located in the desirable neighborhood of Crofton Meadows in Crofton Maryland. The features of this home include a hardwood foyer…
(College Greens/Glenbrook,Rosemont) Sacramento 95826 Sales Data - January 2011
Wow, we are into February already, can you believe it? Everyone is still going strong with their Resolutions right??? Right???  Here's January's data for the neighborhoods: Check back each month for the…
12303 Firtree Lane, Bowie MD 20715
FOXHILL Welcome home to this beautiful Cape-Cod in the Foxhill neighborhood of Bowie, Maryland. This 4 Bedroom/2 Bath home boasts a large formal Living Room with pitcure window, eat-in kitchen with ceramic…
1021 Chilmark Court, Crofton MD 21114
THE KNOLLS   Feast your eyes on the well-designed landscaping that surrounds this 3-story brick townhouse in Crofton. Features include 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, welcoming living room with beautiful bay…
If you "like" me I will "like" you :)
Recently, I created a Facebook Business page. I know it can be improved. If you have suggestions for my content or other creative ideas…I would love to hear about them.  www.facebook.com/benb360I would…
SHORT SALES PURCHASE..help
I am purchasing a short sale property and the properry has been uncccupied for about 2 years now. I recently received approval from the bank for my offer. Visibly the home has deteriorated since I made…
Home Staging
http://www.stagedhomes.com/PDF/ASP%20Home%20Staging%20Statistics.pdfStaging; It's not just for the inside. Curb Appeal is key to the buyer even wanting to go inside.http://www.stagedhomes.com/news/art…
Cupertino Union School District Board Meeting: Parents request parcel tax, budget, compensation, and contract negotiation info
At a recent Cupertino Union School District Board Meeting, parents were requesting information on the following items:1. How are Cupertino residents' parcel tax monies being spent?  2. Please post…
FUN THINGS TO DO IN & AROUND PINEHURST THIS WEEKEND | FEBRUARY 3RD-6TH
FUN THINGS TO DO IN & AROUND PINEHURSTTHIS WEEKEND | FEBRUARY 3RD-6TH If you like LIVE MUSIC & THE ARTS, then you're going to love the lineup for this weekend!!!  Have a GREAT Weekend Everybody! …
Amended Homestead Act Offers Expanded Protection for Homeowners
Expansions to the Massachusetts Homestead Protection Act take effect on March 16, 2011. The Homestead Act offers protections to homeowners against creditors. It does not, however, protect homeowners from…
crime in north collinwood
we are looking to buy a home on lake erie in north collinwood. please describe crime environment
365 Things To Do In Costa Mesa - Pastries By Delivery - Day 204
It's Like Pastry Heaven! Yes it's true, pastries by delivery and you can get them right here in Costa Mesa! Steven Michael is the brain behind this unique concept that is the only one like it in Orange…
Looking to purchase some property in Florida along the 30A stretch of road by Miramar, Seacrest, FL
Does anyone have Contract For Deed properties that they would like to give us information on. Would like to get something with beach access and a water view if possible. Looking to spend less than $225,000. Thank…
Buying is Cheaper
Buying is now cheaper than renting in nearly three-quarters of the 50 largest cities in the United States, according to data from a rent versus buy index released this week. The numbers may encourage fence-sitters…
Interest Rates Spike on January’s Unemployment Report- aka Jobs Report
Drop in Unemployment RateThis morning, at 8:30 AM ET, the Bureau of Labor Statisticsreleased its Non-Farm Payrolls report for January 2011. More commonly called “the jobs report”, the government’s…
Who is more qualified? An agent with 30 years and no internet training or a newer agent with extensive internet experience?
Choosing the right agent for you and your family is just as important as choosing the right price to list your home for sale. You have to really listen to the agent and find out what they are about. If…
3% Down Payment, Conventional Loan Available
I’m actually pretty shocked that down payment requirements have loosened and not tightened.  What do you think this means for the housing industry and the lending landscape?  Do you think it’s…
Mesa North Costa Mesa Real Estate Update
Current Mesa North Listings There are currently 5 homes listed in the MLS as active real estate listings in Mesa North and one that we just listed this week. Here are the current listings: 3080 Madison…
Curb Appeal
Buyers make up their mind about your home in the first few seconds after they step out of their car.If you don’t do anything else to your home make sure your driveway is clean and the front of your home…
Enter Ashton's Super Bowl Contest!
www.TexomaHomeSource.com/SuperBowl2011
Brightgreen Home Loans - Buyer Ready Program™
Buyer Ready Program™ Gain peace of mind by knowing that you completely understand what your options are and where your money goes when getting a mortgage. Step 1 – Credit ReviewLearn about Credit reports,…
Prepare for HVCC Loan Officers!
It's been almost three years ago that the Home Valuation Code of Conduct was put into effect.  Since that time I can't even count how many times I have been contacted by Realtors expressing frustration…
HAMP Program labled "A Colossal Failure"
In more bad news for the Home Affordable Modification Program (HAMP), three congressmen, Reps. Jim Jordan (R-Ohio), Patrick T. McHenry (R- North Carolina), and Darrell Issa (R-California) have proposed…
63% of Glendale’s January home sales were foreclosure or short sales
30 Glendale homes closed escrow in January.  And a whopping 63% were foreclosures or short sales, traditional sales represented less than 40% of the Glendale real estate market. In December, “only”…
What Home Buyers Can Expect from the Real Estate Market in 2011
The drumbeat from the housing community was loud and clear in 2010: There was never a better time to buy a home.  For most of the past year, home prices tumbled, mortgage rates ticked downward, and…
Home inspection with no utilites on
Purchasing a short sales property. Received bank approval. who is responsible for turning on the electricity so I can conduct a home inpsection? the owners have no money and the light was shut off for…
20% of La Crescenta’s January home sales were foreclosures or short sales
12 La Crescenta homes sold in January, traditional sales comprised 80% of home sold.  In December 73% of La Crescenta home sales were traditional sales. Find La Crescenta foreclosure listings here…
Hud 1 Settlement Statement Explained
The HUD-1 Settlement Statement The HUD-1, also known as the settlement statement, is a prescribed form from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). This form itemizes all charges imposed…
LO QUE SE PUEDE ESPERAR DURANTE UNA VENTA CORTA
Aquí hay algunas cosas que no debería sorprendernos de ver surgir durante el proceso de venta corta. Tácticas sin escrúpulos en el cobro de deudas: Si usted está enfrentando dificultades financieras…
Ashton's February Real Estate Pod Cast!
Ashton Gustafson of Bishop Realtor Group presents: The Greater Wichita Falls Real Estate Podcast February 2011: This month's edition covers Greater Wichita Falls real estate market activity and then we…
Top 7 Buying Mistakes
7 Top buying mistakes1) – Not Being Pre-Qualified For Financing Before Looking When you start to look, it is important that you know how much you can comfortably spend on a home. Getting pre-qualified…
27% of La Canada’s January home sales were foreclosures or short sales
11 La Canada homes sold in January, Traditional sales comprised over 70% of the La Canada real estate market.  La Canada Foreclosures and short sales sold in December was 26%Related Post: Search La…
I live at 4525 N. Western Avenue, Chicago. We have 3 rentals in an 8-unit building, cant get Fannie, Freddie or FHA financing on slaes. What to do?
No restriction on investor owned units in Declaration. Now, all the other unit owners are stuck with their units, and can't sell. Help!
Do you have any additonal photos perhaps of the inside? Also, is there a boat house or lift under the house? Thanks
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3029955687--Kale-Ryan-Rd-Hackberry-LA-70645
5 Unexpected Foreclosure Hotspots
Daily Real Estate News  |   February 4, 2011  |    Share   From National Association of Realtors5 Unexpected Foreclosure Hotspots While Las Vegas boasts the worst foreclosure rate in the…
Should you buy a home at above 65 years old?
My parents are in over 67 years old and have been renting the last 20years. However now they want to buy a house. They live good life right now, travel twice a year to Europe or Africa. If the buy a house…
This Week’s Featured Product: How to Create a Business Plan that Will Really Make You Money
We’ve lowered our prices on several of our downloadable audio products! Many now just $19!This week’s featured product:How to Create a Business Plan that Will ReallyMake You MoneyA business plan without…
26% of Pasadena’s January home sales were foreclosure or short sales
In January, 50 Pasadena homes sold, 26% were short sales or foreclosures. In December, Pasadena foreclosure and short sales accounted for just 14% of the real estate market.   Average selling price…
Mortgage Lender Vs The Banks - We shopped here are the results!
We shopped 2 banks in the top 10 in the us this am and here are the results for a 4.0 rate, at a 640 score on thier pricing engines, for a 150K loan. Who would you borrow from?Can apply now at www.pre…
Hendersonville, Tn. Median price UP 4% & $ per/sq. ft. up 24.2%
Hendersonville, TN Summary Trulia shows the average price per square foot for Hendersonville TN was $113, an increase of 24.2% compared to the same period last year. The median sales price for homes…
Jumbos to 90% LTV available today!
As you know, Bright Green Home Loans has long been known for excellent service and attention to detail. Just like you we have built our business on relationships. To make sure that customer needs are being…
Why invest in a Downtown LA loft?
Now is the Time and Downtown is the Place The city’s leading philanthropists, developers and cultural institutions are investing huge sums of money in the downtown area. Over 3 billion dollars of new…
Open house
916 Tavel Kenner, La 70065, located off chateau blvd --open 1pm-3pm Saturday feb 5th
With right income - Closing Fees can be rolled into down payment
Fees can be rolled into down payment   Under the new legislation, borrowers will be charged a one-time upfront fee of 3.5 percent of the amount borrowed, which will be used to help fund the program. The…
Daily Market Report 2/4/11
http://mikesdailymarketreport.com
ROCHESTER, NY HOME MARKET RANKED #3!
Rochester, NY is credited to be the third best place in the U.S. to buy a home. This news is promising considering the current economy and outlook on Real Estate in America. Rochester has also been a "steady…
Landlord 'oversight' means my 3 bedroom duplex is legally only a 1 bedroom according to the recently discovered Certificate of Occupancy...
Two friends and I rent a three bedroom duplex apartment in Brooklyn... or so we thought. After 4 months of happy living, we received a letter that states, "according to the Certificate of Occupancy,…
LinkedIn Skills
LinkedIn is offering a new free service called skills.Go to my blog to read about it:http://thechinsells.wordpress.com/2011/02/04/linkedin-skills/
A Day in the Life of a REALTOR by Laurel Grandle, REALTOR. Knoxville Realty for sale
A Day in the Life of a REALTOR by Laurel Grandle, REALTOR. Knoxville Realty for sale I think part of what drew me into a real estate career some 30 years ago was the excitement...no two days are alike,…
Finding the right agent.
Finding the right agent for you is very important!  You need to get an agent that understands you, and that you work well with.  It is important to interview them and see exactly what they are going…
515 Biddle St Chesapeake City MD Home for Sale - Recently Restored
515 Biddle St Chesapeake City MD Home for Sale-North Chesapeake City NeighborhoodAffordable Restored home for sale in Chesapeake City MD. Beautifully restored 3 bedroom home in North Chesapeake City…
Coming soon...
Condo on the top of the hill near shopping, schools and more. Small, gated complex units rarely become available here.Price to be around $525,000.Contact me for more details:rtyndall@remaxpv.com
Chase To Open Homeownership Center In Boston
Chase will be adding one of its homeownership centers to Boston, as part of the 25 it plans to add in 19 states across the country this year.Chase is expanding its program to provide borrowers in hard-hit…
Buying a home in Palos Verdes? Interested in homes not yet on the market?
If you are not currently working with a Realtor and would like to recieve my weekly list of upcoming and pocket listings in Palos Verdes contact me. rtyndall@remaxpv.com
February 4, 2011 Escambia County Florida Daily Foreclosure & Short Sale Listings Update
February 4, 2011 Escambia County Florida Daily Foreclosure & Short Sale Listings UpdateThe following is a list of all distressed property listings in the PensacolaMLS / Escambia County…
Good area to buy house in Fremont.
We are planning to buy a single family house in fremont but don't know which area is good. I work in SSF. Good school is important. I know Ardenwood is good but any other suggestions ?
February 4, 2011 Santa Rosa County Florida Daily Foreclosure & Short Sale Listings Update
February 4, 2011 Santa Rosa County Florida Daily Foreclosure & Short Sale Listings UpdateThe following is a list of all distressed property listings in the PensacolaMLS / Santa Rosa County…
Foreclosure Listings in Harrison, Michigan 48625
Foreclosure Listings in Harrison, Michigan This post is an update to a series I publish weekly on available foreclosure listings in the Harrison, Michigan area.  I also post a series on foreclosure…
Is this property for sale or is it of the market.?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3035888976-534-Rolling-Hills-Rd-Vista-CA-92083
I purchased a home 2 years ago, and was just informed of an undisclosed front foot fee. What recourse do I have?
I live in Prince Georges County, MD. Fee is being collected by Chesapeake Sewer. This fee doesn't appear in any of my settlement (nor title) papers. I have title insurance. Fees seems excessive -…
DOJ sues over sex-for-residence practice...
Department of Justice Office of Public Affairs FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, January 31, 2011 Justice Department Sues Cincinnati Landlord for Sexual Harassment WASHINGTON – The Justice Department…
The Great White Hurricane
by Noah DiamondOur city continues to withstand the frigid extremes of this historic winter. The ravages of global climate change, and its potentially devastating effect on New York, color every rational…
Another tip to improve the odds of your short sale offer being approved
Ventura County CA – If you are selling your home, then ask the buyer to write a letter about why they want to purchase the home. If you are a buyer, then write that letter.Discover how other sellers…
How long has this house been on the market? How come the homeowners are moving?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3009891994-7530-Roxy-Dr-Windsor-Mill-MD-21244
What special education classes are available? Is Wilson Reading used here? How is Sp Ed rated?
My grandson is using Wilon Reading at Hyde Park School now. What is the teacher -student ratio in special ed classes. He is doing well now but may need support when he returns to regular classes.
Federal Judge Throws Out Housing Discrimination and Conspiracy Lawsuit Filed by Multi-millionaire Houston Oil Executive...
Federal Judge Throws Out Housing Discrimination and Conspiracy Lawsuit Filed by Multi-millionaire Houston Oil Executive United States District Judge rules that there is no basis for complaint because…
Mortgage Applications Climb After two Year Low
Mortgage applications in the U.S. rebounded last week from a two-year low.The Mortgage Bankers Association’s index of loan applications rose 11 percent in the week ended Jan. 28 after dropping 13 percent…
Pros & Cons of Short Sales and Forclosures
Interesting article describing the benefits and drawbacks of selling short vs. foreclosing.  Your credit is affected either way.Check it out.http://www.househuntnews.com/marketing/consumer/feb11/02.htm
It is still a Buyers Market
This article is from Realty Times.The latest S&P/Case-Shiller Home Price index reveals that home prices, unfortunately, are still down and weakening. According to Standard & Poor's, "The 10-City…
Northern Virginia Real Estate Tax Rate as of 2010
When purchasing a home every detail matter especially financial details. I got an email from a relocation buyer who has to move to Virginia by summer. They could not find a place to compare what the…
Incredible Listing On North Greenway, Coral Gables
Yesterday I stopped in to see my colleague Mercedes Saewitz’s new listing at 2000 North Greenway Drive in Coral Gables.  This is a very special new construction home designed by Coral Gables architect…
Home Equity Lending Is Back
Once every homeowner's answer to a cash shortfall, the ability to borrow against your home equity all but disappeared a few years ago right along with, well, home equity. But now, at a growing number…
IF YOU’RE HAVING TROUBLE PAYING YOUR MORTGAGE, YOU’RE NOT ALONE
For decades, homeownership has benefitted families and communities all over America with greater stability, economic prosperity, safer neighborhoods, better educational opportunities, and even improved…
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