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Do Real Estate Agents have to change their approach to adjust to the growing consumer frustrations? If yes, how?
I spend a fair amount of time answering questions posted on LinkedIn.  Some of the questions "beg" for an answer.  Today, I found the following question posted on LinkedIn, by Genevieve Lachance ofVA…
What is the charge for the land rental? Are there any additional fees assessed by the property owner? Thank you.
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How long I need to wait?
Here is an email which was sent from the negotiator to the listing agent who is my agent too: I will be your negotiator handling this file. I am going to need the following before I can move forward.…
Where have all the sellers gone?
Wher are the sellers? I have spent the past two weeks working with buyers extremely interested in buying a home. I have a young professional who is a first time buyer, and only available to look on the…
When will banks release backlog foreclosures for sale?
I am shopping for a home in Southeast Michigan and have been struggling with the low inventory of homes for sale. I've read that a foreclosure settlement has been reached for banks being investigated…
When should we start looking for a real estate agent?
We are finishing up remodeling our house in Pottstown, PA and I was wondering when we should start talking to a real estate agent to sell it? I'm hoping it is ready around June. Also any advice…
Any SF buyers' agents with bank relationships (REOs) and expertise in Glen Park/Bernal area?
Upper Marlboro MD Real Estate: Warning to Clients: Realtors Don't Work for Free!
In 2006, I made the transition from a full-time social worker to a full-time real estate agent!  I was getting burned out of my college investment and needed a new outlet fast.  At this point in my…
WOW is everyone else seeing the buying frenzy................Been real busy
still available?
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How to Deduct Your Mortgage Interest & Equity Loan Costs
Deducting mortgage interest, as well as interest on home equity loans and HELOCs, can save money on taxes.Know your loan limitsA good place to check out what you can deduct before you borrow is the chart…
I am interested by this property but I would like to have more details. Would it be possible to get in touch with the landlord?
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Anabelle Taub, Your Pet-Friendly Realtor
My name is Anabelle Taub. Most who know me know that my biggest passion in life is helping out sick, abandoned and abused pets in South Florida. In fact, I have done rescue work (proudly) in New Orleans…
Help selling 2BR/2BA condo near Mason, OH?
Comparing the comps we are right at what every other unit has sold for in the past 7 months, including a foreclosure, so I don't think we are over priced. But our unit has been on the market for over…
i need a phone number to speak to someone about this property please contact me at 7864779557
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Can you tell me more about thids property?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Georgia/Jakin/sold/20773112-1622-Buckhalter-Rd-Jakin-GA-39861
I WAS INFORMED THAT THIS HOUSE WAS AVAILABLE FOR RENT @ 600.00/650.00 A MONTH IS THIS RIGHT?
Who are some quality home inspectors in the Olathe, Ks area?
I'm a first time landlord where can i find leases for my tenants
Now I am living in Los Angeles but I own a property in buckeye and I want it to sell it, the current price is lesser than when I buyed.what can I do?
I want to sell this property because I want to buy a property here in California.
is this property still aviable?
Optional details about your question -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3011965086-4500-W-16th-Ave-312A-Hialeah-FL-33012
JUST SOLD: Contemporary Mediterranean on Ramirez Mesa for $1,858,000
From Michael Morabito  "Live Your Dream"  310-844-5703 cell Michael@AmalfiEstates.com STATUS:   Sold ADDRESS:   6251 RAMIREZ MESA DR , MALIBU ,CA   90265   SP:  $1,858,000…
Venice Tuesday Open Houses, 4.24.2012
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What is Radon and how often do you have to test for it?
We have lived all over the US due to the military, but we have never lived in an area where levels of Radon needed to be tested. We will be moving to Olathe, KS in a few months and apparently this is an…
esta propiedad porque vale tan poco esta en mal estado
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Santa Monica Tuesday Open Houses, 4.24.2012
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im a teacher. Does anyone known anything about the good neighbor program?
Beverly Hills Tuesday Open Houses, 4.24.2012
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I'm looking for a rental for a previous client in Olathe, Gardner area. Anyone?
If the earnest money needed down is more then the 3.5 percent down payment do I have to pay the earnest money and the 3.5 percent down ?
Or is the earnest money applied DIRECTLY towards the down payment?
Bel Air Tuesday Open Houses, 4.24.2012
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how far are 15 fwy,from this house?
can anyone help me please?
Brentwood Tuesday Open Houses, 4.24.2012
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how much is a property worth on Dowell rd 12 acres?
Why Olympia Loan Modifications Are Bad: Family Rents Bigger House For $550 Less Than Old Home
Olympia WA – It’s sad that the banks aren’t willing to give anyone a principal reduction. The banks reasoning is that if they start granting principal reductions, then every single upside down…
Pacific Palisades Tuesday Open Houses, 4.24.2012
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Pacific Palisades Tuesday Open Houses, 4.24.2012
From Michael Morabito  "Live Your Dream"  310-844-5703 cell Michael@AmalfiEstates.com  Active  PHPHOTOSARADDRESSLPLP/SFBRBASFLSZYBMAPMLSDOMOPEN HOUSE 1. 39  A  15 668…
is there any way to know more information regarding this property?
Total cost? Condo fees? Pics of the property? -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/foreclosure/3068812346--NW-115th-St-Hialeah-FL-33018
Ceiling a little low going down stairs. Is that a problem?
i would like to see this property. i can be reached on 2164960760
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3070553335-24404-Roma-Ridge-Dr-Novi-MI-48374
Travis County WCID 17 Loosens Watering Restrictions
Travis County Water Control and Improvement District (WCID) 17 has loosened watering restrictions since Lake Travis has sufficiently improved (though we are still a long way from normal).  When the watering…
I am interesting in this house .what is the exactly address of this property?
PLEASE EMAIL ME TO m1312165@yahoo.com -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/foreclosure/3080754706--Sw-158th-Ave-Miami-FL-33193
How much is this house selling for? I am very interested in purchaseing it.
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Minnesota/Amboy/sold/21117713-52072-State-Highway-30-Amboy-MN-56010
How's The Market In Steiner Ranch? - April 2012
In this edition of How's the Market in Steiner Ranch?, I review a few of the monthly sales stats, give my interpretation of them, and then talk about the newly formed Steiner Ranch Neighborhood Association. To…
please call me 786-262-9184
I like to buy a house -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/foreclosure/3067234559--NW-143rd-Ter-Hialeah-FL-33018
What would be a good mortgage loan product to start with in buying a first home?
My wife and I both have credit scores of 760 . Combined, our income is high enough to disqualify for FDA or down payment assistance. I want to know where to start and if it is best to look now, or wait…
Down Payment Help - First Time Home Owners
Question:  Can I use first time buyer down payment assistance with the USDA loan? How does this work with the USDA mortgage?Charlotte M – Sarasota, FLAnswer: The USDA mortgage program is 100% home…
Great Clips Opens in Quinlan Crossing (Austin, TX 78732)
The Great Clips in Quinlan Crossing opened on April 13th.  I needed to get a haircut over the weekend so I was able to try them out.  There were a couple of folks ahead of me, but since they had…
Offering your furniture/items before the closing
This blog is for the sellers out there who have good intentions on giving the buyer the opportunity to take ( for free) some of their unwanted furniture or other household items that are not listed in…
Wappingers Falls Street Scene
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…
is this house still available?
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I am debating whether to move out into an apartment or buy a condo no more than $250,00. Should i rent or buy to own? First time home buyer
Yes whats the number to bager lane in lg i would like to go look at it
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Excellent tenants looking for a great home to rent in Germantown or Collierville, TN do you know a good landlord interested?
Family of four relocating to TN, is looking for a house in a good neighborhood in the 38138-38139 zip. (Houston Dogwood schools) 3 b 2 b updated kitchen, $2200 2500-3500 sqft. Will be interested in buying…
My credit score is 660 and my fiancee's is 560 what kind of loan can we get? We need to use both scores due to our incomes and we don't
have a cosigne
Schlitterbahn in Cedar Park Getting Closer to Reality
Originally announced more than two years ago, the Schlitterbahn in Cedar Park is getting closer to reality.  Financing the project has been the stumbling block but it appears that a breakthrough is…
Movin' to NH. Need a great loc! Schools,shops,bars, hosp.,restrants,boatable freshwater,close to beach, city(s),boston,Hwys,best value? Resale?
Inlaw? Not sure what the best city to be arund is Manch.,Concord, or Portmouth. Need acess to everyhing not in the boonies. Prefer outskirt or great city or built city. Price is a factor, schools, taxes…
Schlotzsky's Opens in Four Points at the Trails at 620
With Quinlan Crossing and the Trails at 620 getting their first few tenants, it is a busy time for new business openings in the Four Points area.  Great Clips opened last week (story here).  Yesterday,…
You list all houses as in Piper Glen sub divn but they are in Pullengreen sub divn.
7100 Walton Heath Laneis in Pullengreen sub divn
what type or style is this house?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Texas/Idalou/sold/23658692-605-W-7th-St-Idalou-TX-79329
if i make 100,000 a year with a credit score of 750 or better what price range for houses can i afford
Could you please provide details regarding owner financing? thank you,
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we received an offer; before opening it we were told another offer is coming in two days. Our realtor said we will look at the both offers together.
However, he called us later that day and said we had to open the first offer right away. We were confused; he said his broker said we had to look at the offer now. What is the reason for this? Does…
GORGEOUS KITCHENS with ADJACENT FAMILY ROOMS SELL WESTFIELD AREA HOMES!
While the things we expect in our Kitchens has changed over the years, buyers in communities like Westfield, Scotch Plains, Mountainside, Clark, and Cranford still cite “the kitchen” or “Family Room”…
Would like to set up an appointment to view this apartment . Tracy -678-592-8328 . Thanks
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For Sale: 1006 Green Valley Cove, Round Rock, TX 78664
This 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath home sits on a cul-de-sac lot.  It has a high vaulted ceiling in the living room and dining room.  1006 Green Valley Cove, Round Rock, TX 78664.   For even more…
Agate Bay Neighborhood profile
Agate BayThis Neighborhood is located mid-way between Tahoe City and King Beach on the Northshore giving you access to either Northstar along Hwy 267 or Alpine Meadows & Squaw Valley along Hwy 89.…
what is the sale to list price ratio for Hoboken on a 2 bed/2bath condo right now?
Update your Mantle with Style
A mantle can be the place where you highlight treasured family photos; it can also be a show-stopping focal point for your room.  Whether you like minimalistic design or prefer to be surrounded with your…
What are the top three brokers to sell condos at 220 Riverside Blvd NYC?
what is the sqft. of this home, and what are the property taxes? Thank you.
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is their anyone willing to rent a home. I have a steady income but do not have a job right now. I can pay up to 6 months in advance 800 or less
I am recently divorced and house went into foreclosure. I have a good income and I am a substitute teacher for extra money. Need a home for me and my kids. I can pay 6 months in advance for 800 or less…
what are the monthly HOA fees here? Also what are the RE taxes? And, can you rent first year? Thank you.
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3070777933-3701-N-Country-Club-Dr-Aventura-FL-33180
How do I get information on renting this home?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/rental/3028987120-1210-N-Parkway-Dr-Olathe-KS-66061?ecampaign=con_rlt_sharepropfriend_fr&eurl=www.trulia.com/rental/3028987120-1210-N-Par…
The Town of Brookeville, MD
The Town of Brookeville, MD  The Town of Brookeville, MD: a great place to visit and a great place to call home Brookeville, MD is a quaint little community in the northeastern part of Montgomery…
The Lakes Celebrates National Open House Weekend Saturday, April 28 at 10:00am at Casa Grande Lakes
The Lakes Celebrates National Open House Weekend Saturday, April 28 at 10:00am at Casa Grande LakesThe Lakes Celebrates National Open House WeekendSaturday, April 28 at 10:00am at Casa Grande Lakes 4…
Moving to the Smoky Mountains was so exciting!
Moving to the Smoky Mountains was so exciting!  My family, which includes one husband, one wife(me), two teenaged daughters, and an old chihuahua, were definitely stepping out on faith!  We had always…
Just wondering is this home is still available for rent?
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Miami Home Prices Increase Since Last Year 20%! How to Adjust your Buying Strategy as a result
The Sun Sentinel reported on April 19 that the median home prices in Miami hit $269,000 in March 2012, as 22% increase over March of 2011 and a 1.51% increase from the month early (February).    What…
Germantown Short Sale Agents - 12826 Rexmore Drive Germantown, Maryland
Below Is the newest Germantown, Maryland home listed by Steve Queen. This property was accepted into the Homes Affordable Foreclosure Alternative Program (HAFA) by the bank. This incredible program allows…
montrose, co Market report March 15-21, 2012
No Better Time To Invest In Real Estate
Investors aren’t buying just an investment property anymore – they’re buying 10 of them. All across America there is a massive wave of foreclosures, leaving no city completely untouched. Admittedly,…
Im a single mother looking to move to the Atlanta area within the next 3 months and im interested in rental property in a descent neighborhood?
Seller Tips: Boosting Your Curb Appeal When Selling Your Home
We often hear about the importance of curb appeal when looking to sell a home. Curb appeal reflects the way your house looks from the street (i.e. the curb). The first impression a visitor receives upon…
New Homes Are Back!
New Homes Are Back!I don’t know if you read the article in the Arizona Republic this weekend, however, I am happy to share with you a bit of good news – New Homes are back!"There's no question the…
Free Delaware First Time Home Buyer Seminar - May 19 2012
There will be a Free Delaware First Time Home Buyer Class on Saturday May 19, 2012 at 10:00 AM and again at 1:00 PM. The seminar will last about 2 hours and each participate will be able to receive a free…
can you tell me what the highest bid on the house on 1512 buena vista blvd roanoke va 24013?
I would like to terminate my exclusive buyer agency contract with my realtor.
Do I need to fill in a special form in GA? If I just write a letter to the agent and his broker, do I need to get a written acknowledgment back from the broker or the agent? Thanks.
Are the agent to agent Q&A available for public viewing?
Best place to sell our Brooklyn Heights CO-OP??
Hi All,My wife and I are selling our Brooklyn Heights 3 bedroom,  2 bath with great views,co-op by ourselves.My question is what are the best sites to post on in order to get the max exposure.I believe…
Selling Agent contacting Appraisor? Is this legal / ethical?
I am buying a house and recently had an accepted offer fail to appraise at the agreed to price. We cant afford the larger downpayment so this may end the deal. The seller's agent has called into…
i am trying to get the contact info for this property because Im interested
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Save My Home - I do not Want to be Sleeping in the Streets - How do I Avoid Foreclosure, But I do not Know What to Do?
Lawrenceville Ga Short Sales  and Loan Modifications- Help Me Save My Home - Avoid Foreclosure I do Not Want to Be Homeless - But I do not Know What to Do? Who Do I Call? Roland Lorans is a real estate…
I'm looking for someone to help me find an apartment in/around Chicago! Northern edge, suburbs fine - Somewhere around Northbrook. Please help!
1 bedroom or studio, $800/month rent (flexible), washer/dryer in unit preferred, off-street parking preferred, June 1st move in date.
Luxury Williams Island Corner Unit
JUST LISTED! 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths corner unit with breathtaking panoramic views of Intracoastal, Ocean, and Maule Lake at the luxury Williams Island community in Aventura. It is a great place to live…
What is the cheapest truck service to use for moving in NYC area? Uhaul, Budget, Penske Ryder or another I dont know about? Thanks
New Milford, Connecticut Emerald Lake Ranch for $129,000
New Milford, Connecticut Emerald Lake Ranch for $129,000  OverviewMapsPhotosFeaturesDescription$169,000Single Family HomeMain Features2 Bedrooms1 Bathroom1 UnitInterior: 835 sqftLot: 1.14 acre(s)Location119…
A Low Ball offer is not likely to win your chance to buy a home
For those of you who are looking at foreclosure properties for investment, please understand, the Bank won't take just any offer to get the home off inventory.  There are investors who want and need to…
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