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Charleston Holiday Festival of Lights Opens this Weekend
11/12/2010 - 01/02/2011Location: James Island County ParkPhone: 843-795-4FUNWeb Site: http://www.holidayfestivaloflights.comI love this annual event!  The lights, the sand castles, the hot chocolate,…
Im looking at buying a rental property in/around Universal City. Are there any special texas laws?
I've heard something about having to live in a house for a year before renting, is this true or are there any other laws I need to consider? I am a Minnesota resident but would probably change my residency…
Did this property sell or did the owners take it off the market?
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Atlantic Beach, FL Home Sales 2010 Compare to 2009
Atlantic Beach,  2010 Statistics Here are the 2010 stats and 2009 for comparison -2010 197 Homes Sold Lowest price: $25,000 Highest price: $3,200,000         Shortest Days on Market: 0 Longest…
HOUSTON OPEN HOUSES - GREENWOOD KING – SUNDAY JANUARY 9
Tom Plant's Houston Real Estate BlogIn addition to my Open House at 7628 Olympia, from 1:00 to 3:00 Sunday January 9, Greenwood King has many great Open Houses. Sunday may be cold and wet, a great opportunity…
GRANADA GRAND parkings are sold separately by the HOA How can they resell each parking when condos are sold?
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What is a Mortage Credit Certificate?
A Mortgage Credit Certificate allows the homebuyer to claim a tax credit for some portion of the mortgage interest paid per year. It is a dollar for dollar reduction against their federal tax liability.…
Support for Public Education Alive and Well in Canton MA
Originally posted at http://activerain.com/blogs/buyeragentcsmith Support for Public Education is Alive and Well in Canton MA Canton is lucky to be blessed with an excellent public school system.  Well,…
Is this house still for sell?
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Foreclosure (REO) Listings on the Market in Novi, MI
Current Foreclosures on the Market Novi, MI 1/8/2011 Single Family Address Price Bedrooms Baths Basement Sq. ft.1730 Paramount* 48397 3 2 No 134445732 11 Mile Road $58,900 4 1.5 Yes 140423637…
Short Sale Horror Stories: When banks can withdraw $ from your accounts
Let’s begin with the most recent one I heard about from a colleague. Apparently some homeowners have experienced situations where the “X” bank that holds their “Note” is the same “X” bank…
Do Banks Really Forgive a Mortgage Balance After a Short Sale?
Good Morning !   We have just posted in our Blog with the topic, "Do Banks Really Forgive a Mortgage Balance After a Short Sale?", which discusses the current issue of when a homeowner does a short sale…
BREAKING NEWS - NJ FREEZES FORECLOSURES
Banks must prove they have the proper documents to foreclose if they used 'robo-signing' short cuts.  Effected banks include Bank of America, Chase, Wells Fargo, GMAC, One West and Citi Group's Ally. The…
GRAND OPENING! Stanley Martin Homes at Selma Estates on January 15, 2011!
   GRAND OPENING! Stanley Martin Homes at Selma Estates on January 15, 2011! Stanley Martin Homes is excited to announce that the long-anticipated grand opening for Selma Estates in Leesburg, Virginia…
Foreclosure (REO) Listings on the Market in Northville, MI
Current Foreclosures on the Market Northville, MI 1/8/2011 SINGLE FAMILY Address Price Bedrooms Baths Basement Sq. ft.15748 Maxwell* $62,500 2 1 No 121016908 Franklin $99,000** 3 1.5 Yes 174417373…
Foreclosure (REO) Listings on the Market in Plymouth, MI
Current Foreclosures on the Market Plymouth, MI 1/8/2011 Single Family Address Price Bedrooms Baths Basement Sq. ft.42564 Hammill* $49,800 2 2 No 14609325 Corinne $75,000 3 1 No 104011310 Gold…
Market Stats for Grey Oaks in Shawnee, KS
As this time of year typically dictates, Grey Oaks in Shawnee, KS was pretty quite in terms of real estate activity over the holidays. If you're looking to be a part of this great neighborhood, there's…
Fannie Mae Announces Energy Improvement Loan Feature
On December 1, 2010, Fannie Mae announced an update to its selling guide that provides a new option to fund energy-efficient home upgrades while maintaining Fannie Mae's principles of borrower sustainability.…
January 2011 Real Estate Market Update
The housing market is recovering. As more home buyers are taking advantage of the improved affordability conditions. With mortgage rates hovering around recent record lows and home prices having generally…
Is this home still in foreclosure? Am I able to view the home and possibly make an offer?
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Old Style Business in an Upcoming Town
It was a cold and blistery day in Farmville, VA, when my car needed gas.  I was fortunate and blessed to have a place to stop and get gas and not have to leave the comfort of my warm and cozy car. Yes,…
I am looking to buy a single family home in Tampa or Palm coast areas or the like. What is the home Insurance cost like?
Single family home 4/2 or 4/2.5, either a flat or a 2nd floor, at least a .25 land and masonary construction.
2011 New Year Brings Drop in Mortgage Rates - Susan Penn's Blog
Happy and Healthy New Year to you! What a great way to start the 2011 New Year, knowing the interest rate on mortgages just dropped below 5% and it appears this low mortgage rate will become quite popular…
Boastfulness is generally an admission of an inferiority complex.
Really capable people don't have to boast about their achievements; they let actions speak for them. When you boast about your accomplishments, you are telling others that you are unsure of yourself and…
how do I search for homes in the Tampa Fl. area going to the Gorrie Elementary school
I need a home or apartment in this area, am transferring from Dallas Texas and have a 6 year old. Are there any homes under $125,000 that are in a good safe area?
Chapel Hill - Elvisfest 2011 - Long Live the King!
It’s time to pay homage once again as Chapel Hill hosts the 13th annual Elvisfest today at the University Inn. The details can be found at Elvisfest along with the band line up etc. $12.00 for an entire…
Adams Street – Modern Loft-Style Condos – Open Sundays
Welcome to the Adams Street School House Condos! These are beyond what you usually see in Worcester and you really HAVE to see them! Renovated from an 1894 closed school-house and having top of the…
Buy Montgomery ! One of America's Lowest-Risk Housing Markets
    Montgomery, Alabama named in the TOP TEN lowest risk Housing MarketsA great article posted on MSN regarding the Top 10 lowest risk housing markets in the nation.  Of course I am biased and consider…
what is the address to this propert?
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what is the address to this property? I can be reach at 770-386-7273 at anytime. thank you and have good day. tony schlomer
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Tropical Shores HD Neighborhood Video
Tropical Shores HD Neighborhood VideoCheck out the link above for a high definition video of Tropical Shores, Sarasota's most affordable waterfront community and boaters paradise! View all of our HD Sarasota…
Pay yourself, not a landlord.
THIS JUST IN! The coin has flipped! Right now, because of low interest rates (now at 4.77% for a 30 year fixed) and bottomed out home prices it makes more sense to buy rather than pay a lanldord. Moody’s…
Are you offering your customers the whole enchilada?
The term “whole enchilada” dates back to about 1960. Like, “the whole nine yards,’ the term mean that everything is in there. Why “enchilada”? Because there’s a BIG deal in it! A total menu,…
What is the Post-9/11 GI Bill and who qualifies for benefits?
What is the Post-9/11 GI Bill and who qualifies for benefits?  The Post-9/11 GI Bill is available to anyone who served honorably in the military for 90 consecutive days on or after September 11, 2001. …
I put in full price offer on short sale, & asked for up to $10,000. in closing costs. listing agent said no
before offer even went to bank. Also they have electric & water turned off & we asked to have turned on until decision made by bank. She said she would turn on for inspection only. ISN'T SHE BEING UNREASONONABLE?…
Using a Loan Against my 401k or Retirement for a Down Payment
I've recently updated my formal blog at www.themortgageblogger.net with this post and I though you at Trulia may find it interesting: With the elimination of seller funded down payment assistance, and…
New Kitchen Cabinet Hardware—Low-Cost Ways to Jazz Up Your Style
Replace old kitchen cabinet hardware and gain an instant style update that’s simple to do and easy on the budget.  It’s a quick way to really make an impact on the room and express yourself. …
Joel and Kathy Davisson
Contact Joel And Kathy Davisson There was initially a strong influence from psychoanalysis (most of the early founders of the field had psychoanalytic backgrounds) and social psychiatry, and later from…
Fuzzys Taco Shop
http://www.fuzzystacoshop.com/http://www.resercom.net/46/menuThis place is where you want to meet me to get to know me and talk about your real estateplans! It is the msot awesome and affordable place…
Resolutions for Homeowners in 2011, Tip #4
Make It Easy to Show To ensure that your home is viewed by as many homebuyers as possible, make sure your home is easy to show.  Also make sure the property is clean, inside and out and that your real…
When decorating your house to sell should you be bold with color or stick to neutrals if you have a choice?
We are decorating my dad's house to put on the market to sell. All of the colors will be neutral tones. My brother decided to paint one room neon yellow. I stated we should repaint in a neutral tone.…
Unique Abilene Homes
Last week I skipped out of the office as I like to do to just drive around town. Spotted a FSBO pulled out the trusted Blackberry and took a snap shot no paper for this “Baby Boomer”.  About an hour…
i've been trying to buy a house in 89141 zip.i was approved for a mortgage in the amount of 150,000. made offers on 6 homes through my realtor
most bank owned. did not get response on any but saw sale prices on some that were sold and all my offers were above the sales price. I'm buying fha is this a hurting my chances should i consider…
What is there to be excited about in the mortgage industry?
I keep asking myself that question as each day goes by working as the Director of Underwriting for a growing mortgage bank and a small business owner providing FHA condo consulting services. First, let's…
Brian Buffini's 100-days-to-greatness. Any thoughts?
I'm about to begin a Brian Buffini 100-days-to-greatness workshop, and I'd love to get any insights from any of you who are either IN the program currently, or have graduated. Did you like it? love…
Will the 2011 Congress eliminate the mortgage interest tax deduction?
I read the article below last month regarding the mortgage interest tax deduction.  Do you think the new Congress will eliminate it?  If they do, how much will it affect home sales?http://www.chicag…
Brevard Real Estate | Featured Custom Home | Vera Koon, Realtor, Waterman Real Estate Inc.
$126,000 MLS:586880: Custom built Bella home with many designer upgrades.3 Bedroom Split plan,  2 Bathrooms & 2 C-Garage with Screened Lania :492 Ellington Ave. SE, Palm Bay, FL 32909 Custom built…
Bad Mortgage Guys
Four people were indicted Wednesday on multiple felony financial charges following a joint city, county and federal investigation that was part of a new crackdown on mortgage fraud in Cook County. Two…
How Many Agents Actually Have Buyer Agreements Signed?
In this ever-changing market I am hearing more and more stories from my associates (both inside and outside of my office) about buyer loyalty.  Some many of these agents have worked with buyers shuffling…
2011: What's on the Horizon
How do you become an authority? By being an expert on a topic.For me, that topic is real estate.And to be an expert on real estate I need to understand many, many things.Contract law. Buyer and seller…
How much does a NON-split bedroom floor plan affect the resale value of a house?
All bedrooms are on one side of the one-level house. The master bedroom and a second bedroom are separated by a common wall. Two additional contiguous bedrooms (bedrooms 3 and 4) are separated from the…
Denver's December Market stats.
Denver Market Stats – December 2010Posted on January 7, 2011 by Robert McGuire For you ‘numbers’ oriented friends, here is some good information. Subject: Denver’s December Market Stats  Residential ■Available…
Now that 2010 is coming to a close, let's see what everyone thinks about 2011.
There are some who say that 2010 was a slow year, and there are others who say 2010 was one of their best years ever. Do you think 2011 will be better or worse than 2010? All answers and opinions are…
Year End Review for Grays Harbor Real Estate Sales
2010 was in no means a miracle recovery year for real estate in the Harbor. In fact, 2010 was pretty flat when comparing it to 2009. Sales transaction were up in all categories and prices were down in…
Create Your Wellness Report Card
Thank you Paul for this great post on wellness.  With the New Year coming up this is some great advice.Via Paul Newell at Balanced Wellness:I was listening to a Robert Kiosaki CD and he mentioned that…
Commitment Form for Title Insurance has mis-spelling of my last name. What should I do?
I closed three weeks ago and was just recently reviewing closing documents and noticed a mis-spelling in my name on the Commitment Form for Title Insurance. Is this going to be difficult to correct?
my well is a dug well. will the bank give a loan on a dug well in oneida county ny.?
The property is on 1 acre of land. It is a 14 X 70 trailer in good repair. I have been told that the laws have changed and the well must be drilled. All my neighbors have dug wells so this is a large concern.…
Client asked me what are the pros and cons of Tile or Wood on the kitchen floor.
Some people love tile or stone on their kitchen floors for many reasons. Recently solid wood floors have been trending upwards. What is the best choice now?
I had tenant without a lease move out voluntarily. Left property in home how long does the Landlord have to wait to get rid of stuff?
I gave him 4 phone calls set up times to get it out and he didnt show has been over 30 days.
Looking for information on obtaining property in a lease-to-purchase option.
I would like to find some land in channelview TX that will do a lease to purchase option. Where can I find this information?
Practical Thinking for the New Mortgage Rate Environment
If you have not been considering a real estate transaction recently, this may come as news to you, but the price for mortgages is on the rise. The question, however, most often posed by borrowers in these…
I would like to see the home please call 620-255-7245 Deserie
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Celebrate by Del Webb, Fredericksburg, Virginia
In 2008, Del Webb came to Fredericksburg, Virginia with the new active adult community known simply as Celebrate. This resort-style 55+ VA community is planned to have 1,100 ranch homes upon completion…
Home Modifications through Hope Now increase over foreclosures for November 2010
This is an article from Housing wire's Jason PhilyawMortgage lenders completed about 1.65 million permanent loan modifications through November vs. 1 million foreclosure sales, according to Hope Now.The…
Norman is Turning Green
Looking to move to an area that values being green? Norman is your place.   Norman businesses are taking recycling and the environment very seriously. Nine businesses, led by the University of Oklahoma's…
Fannie Mae Launches New Website to Help Homeowners Avoid Foreclosure
As the New Year begins, we are beginning to see some glimmers of hope in both the employment and housing market.  Like some of my previous blogs, I will continue to do outreach to those who are seeking…
Negotiating the listing agreement
I can see that most listing agreements are very similar. In talking to my lawyer she recommended that I request some changes to the wording. How flexible are usually the different brokerages in acommodating…
Las Vegas Homes Sold In December 2010-Solds are Up.
Homes sold in Vegas saw an increase in December. The number of single family home closings during December was…  4,367 These closings are most likely up due to the temporary halt on foreclosures from…
Some great tips on dealing with household mold
Charles Furlough, vice president of Pillar To Post Home Inspections, has some great tips on removing and controlling mold in your home.  Read on:. Breathe Easier: 10 Tips to Banish Mold from the Home By…
Any townhome or condo rentals in the Fairwood community?
I am interested in renting a condo or townhome in the Bowie/Crofton area. Are there any rentals in the Fairwood community?
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