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If you're not going to show where this is located, size, etc how do you expect to sell it?
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Real Estate, Mortgages, and Finances - A Decade in Review
10 years that shook America's finances 2001: Economy endures 9/11 attacks ·        A mild, eight-month recession begins. In March, a recession emerges that the National Bureau of Economic…
I am the registered owner. The legal owner must be paid in full by April. There is no mortgage. Canadians not eligible for US mortgage w/o US visa.
If we do not pay the legal owner in full by April, do we lose not only the mobile unit but everything we've paid so far? Please clarify. Thanks
Liberty Lofts Condominiums in Ann Arbor, MI 48103
Liberty Lofts Condominiums 315 Second St Ann Arbor, MI 48103 Unit #407: available for rent $1800 and Unit 409 is for saleFor those seeking the finest that downtown Ann Arbor living has to offer will find…
2010 Carrolwood Market Report - Naperville Illinois Real Estate
2010 Carrolwood Market Report - Naperville Illinois Real Estate -a cold winter day in Carrolwood, Naperville... The Carrolwood subdivision, located a few miles west of downtown Naperville,  offers a…
How to Make Your Home and/or Outside Office More User Friendly
A few day ago when I sat down to write my post on de-cluttering, I never imagined the impact it would have on my fellow colleagues!  I received so many comments on de-cluttering their offices that I felt…
Top 5 Benefits of Having A Buyer’s Agent Represent You
I received an email today from someone wanting to see a home. (This particular home is not my listing, but is a Coldwell Banker listing, which I explained to the buyer over the phone).  The buyer agreed…
Cash FLow vs.Retirement Savings
If you are considering rental property (CASH FLOW) as an alternantive to a 401k,savings or cash account,mutual funds, etc.,-there are several things you should consider.1) Where your rental property…
(Perhaps) the most prestigious West Knox neighborhood: Sequoyah Hills, Knoxville, TN 37919 by Laurel Grandle, REALTOR, Knoxvil
(Perhaps) the most prestigious West Knox neighborhood:  Sequoyah Hills, Knoxville, TN 37919 by Laurel Grandle, REALTOR, Knoxville Realty for sale  Located in West Knox County, just east of The University…
October 2010 Real Estate Market Update on the Rockland County River Towns
The rivertowns are a collection of small towns and villages situated on the western banks of the Hudson River. The rivertowns are among the most special and sought after locations in the lower Hudson Valley…
Neighborhoods in West Knoxville, TN 37923: Gulfwood by Laurel Grandle, REALTOR, Knoxville Realty for sale
Neighborhoods in West Knoxville, TN 37923: Gulfwood by Laurel Grandle, REALTOR, Knoxville Realty for sale Gulfwood is located in the convenient Cedar Bluff area, close to schools, shopping, highways. …
Frostival in Dulles
Okay, well, it is technically in Fairfax County, just barely over the county line from Loudoun, BUT.... we had a great time anyway!  And, there's one day left, so hurry on out to check out FROSTIVAL,…
Gluten Free Home Owners or Renters
I am very curious. Let me know those of you that  have found gluten free resources for food in your neighborhood. Whether it be for yourself, family or friends. Being gluten sensitive myself, I often…
Brookhaven Subdivision, Matthews NC Homes for Sale
Just minutes away from the Ballantyne area of South Charlotte you’ll find Brookhaven subdivision, an exclusive John Wieland community. Brookhaven is a family-oriented community offering the very best…
Historic Waxhaw, NC Homes for Sale
The quaint and historical town of Waxhaw, NC is located in Union County, approximately 25 miles south of Charlotte. This beautiful community dates back to the 1700’s when the first European settlers…
Somerset, Waxhaw NC Homes for Sale
Somerset is a master-planned neighborhood with great amenities and open spaces. The community is located only minutes from I-485 at the intersection of Rea Rd and Tom Short Rd in Waxhaw. Somerset is situated…
Providence Downs, Waxhaw NC Homes for Sale
Providence Downs is an exclusive custom home community conveniently located on Rea Road in Waxhaw, about 25 miles south of Charlotte. It's location in Union County, with close proximity to the Ballantyne…
Homes for Sale in The Club at Longview, Weddington NC
The Club at Longview is a private, gated enclave with world class amenities and highly popular location in fashionable South Charlotte. Located in the south Charlotte area, The Club at Longview is only…
Homes for Sale in Emerald Lake Golf Community, Matthews NC
Emerald Lake is wonderful golf community with custom homes built in the late 1900’s and early 2000. The neighborhood is conveniently located in Union County, and is easily accessible from I-485 along…
Union County, NC First Time Home Buyer Communities Homes for Sale
CALLONWOOD Callonwood in Stallings NC is the perfect neighborhood for someone who wants a quiet setting with neighborhood amenities and a convenient location just inside Union County but adjacent to the…
Charlotte NC Homes for Sale in Prestigious Eastover
Charlotte's Eastover neighborhood is located southeast of Uptown, just across Providence Road from the neighborhood of Myers Park. The neighborhood consists almost entirely of large, upscale single-family…
Cureton Homes for Sale, Waxhaw NC
 Cureton is a historically revived community offering 495,000 square feet of retail, 60,000 square feet of offices and 381 single-family homes and townhomes. The development was named Cureton, after the…
Charlotte NC Homes for Sale in Raeburn Subdivision
If you’re looking for a traditional community in a great location with exceptional value, look no further than Raeburn. Raeburn lies just south of Stonecrest shopping center and Ballantyne Commons Parkway…
Moorpark, Will I Owe Income Tax After A Short Sale?
Ventura County CA – This is one of the first questions potential short sale sellers ask us. “I heard of something called “forgiveness of debt income and that it is taxable. How does that work?”…
Homes for Sale in Weddington Chase, Waxhaw NC
Weddington Chase is a John Weiland Homes Community located at the corner of Providence Rd. and New Towne Road in Historic Waxhaw. This established upscale subdivision has over 300 traditional and transitional…
Charlotte NC Homes for Sale in Reavencrest
Reavencrest is a wonderful, family-oriented neighborhood in a convenient Ballantyne location on Rea Road. Stonecrest Mall, Ballantyne Village, and Blakeney Shopping Center are just minutes away. The community…
Blakeney Heath, Charlotte NC Homes for Sale
Blakeney Heath is a beautiful neighborhood community of 225 homes located near the intersection of Ardrey Kell and Rea Roads in the Ballantyne area of southernmost Mecklenburg County. The subdivision is…
Stonehaven, Charlotte NC Homes for Sale
Stonehaven is a huge, well established neighborhood located in east Charlotte to the south and east of Sardis Road and Rama Road and extends over to McAlpine Creek. The subdivision was built during the…
Charlotte NC First Time Home Buyer Communities - Homes for Sale
Charlotte has a number of affordable home communities in locations throughout Mecklenburg County. With the extended first time homebuyer tax credit currently in effect, this is a good time to take a look…
An inexpensive alternative to home staging: VIRTUAL STAGING!
What's attractive about looking at pictures of rooms showing two corners of blank walls?  Absolutely nothing.How can we make our empty listings look more appealing?Not everyone can afford to pay for…
December 2010 Home Sales in Orange, California
December home sales in Orange were up in December and are at the highest number in the past  four months.Click below (or paste this link) to see more details and updated numbers on the sales in Orange…
Landen Meadows, Charlotte NC Homes for Sale
Landen Meadows neighborhood is situated in the Ballantyne area of South Charlotte and enjoys a fantastic location just off Ardrey Kell and Community House Roads. The community is located virtually right…
Fort Mill SC First Time Home Buyer Communities - Homes for Sale
KNIGHTSBRIDGE Knightsbridge is a beautifully planned and established Swim and Tennis community located on the west side of I-77 and Gold Hill Road in Fort Mill. There are 455 homes completed by quality…
Beverly Woods, Charlotte NC Homes for Sale
    The Beverly Woods neighborhood is a highly sought-after community in South Charlotte located along Sharon Road, just south of Fairview Road. SouthPark Mall, the Harris YMCA, Phillips Place, and…
Olde Providence, Charlotte NC Homes for Sale
Olde Providence is a beautiful established neighborhood located in the heart of desirable South Charlotte. It is just three miles from SouthPark, a shorter distance to Arboretum Shopping Center, and 9…
Thornhill, Charlotte NC Homes for Sale
The swim and tennis community of Thornhill is ideally located just off Elm Road in the Ballantyne area of South Charlotte. This neighborhood of predominately transitional homes was developed in the late…
4 Bedroom 2 Bath - Remodeled Bungalow - Just Listed
JUST LISTED! SPACIOUS 1960's Home in Oceanside....Home Buyers and Agents, come see this spacious 4 bedroom 2 bath home that we just listed last night. Great location, only 1.6 miles to the sand and pier.…
Highgrove, Charlotte NC Homes for Sale
Located in the fashionable Ballantyne area of South Charlotte, Highgrove is conveniently located to many of Charlotte's best amenities. The upscale shops and restaurants of Blakeney, Stonecrest, and Ballantyne…
Piper Glen, Charlotte NC Homes for Sale
Piper Glen is one of the finest Golf Course Communities in the entire Charlotte area. Its spectacular large wooded home sites offer beautiful luxury homes by some of Charlottes leading luxury home builders.…
Legacy Park, Fort Mill SC Homes for Sale
Legacy Park is a very affordable swim and tennis community located just across the South Carolina border in the Fort Mill area of Lancaster County. The neighborhood was developed with a focus on affordable…
What is a Short Sale?
        A short sale is a short fall difference from what you owe versus what you sell the Property for to a buyer.  Short sales have to be approved by Lender/Servicers who often times have to consult…
Providence Hills Charlotte NC Homes for Sale
Providence Hills, a highly popular south Charlotte subdivision noted for its exception community life is located at McKee and Pleasant Plains Roads. This is a family-oriented neighborhood with large, beautiful…
First Time Home Buyer Communities, NE Charlotte, Homes for Sale
Charlotte has some great communities in the northeast part of the city, which are close to the University area, I-485, and the Speedway. These neighborhoods offer easy access to any part of town you would…
Park Crossing, Charlotte NC Homes for Sale
The Park Crossing neighborhood is ideally located near the intersection of Park Road and Johnston Road in South Charlotte. Interstate 485 and Highway 51 (Pineville-Matthews Road) are just behind the community…
Heritage Green, Cornelius NC Homes for Sale
Heritage Green is a great subdivision for first time home buyers featuring uniquely styled traditional single family homes. It is conveniently located on Old Statesville Road (Highway 115) in Cornelius…
Barclay Downs Charlotte NC Homes for Sale
Barclay Downs is an established neighborhood of over 400 homes located literally right next door to SouthPark Mall, considered by many to be the premier mall in the Carolina area. The neighborhood lies…
Charlotte, NC Homes for Sale in Deerfield Creek
Deerfield Creek is another fine example of luxury home communities by John Wieland Homes. This wonderful swim/tennis community is located just off Tilly Morris Road, a short distance south of McKee Road.…
Edinburgh, Charlotte NC Homes For Sale
Edinburgh is a community of 137 single-family homes located in the Ballantyne area in the southernmost corner of Charlotte.  It is situated on Providence Road West between Johnston Road (Hwy 521) and…
1960's Remodeled Bungalow - Just Listed Today - Oceanside
Spacious 1960`s bungalow is move-in ready! Remodeled kitchen with nook leaves nothing to be desired; gorgeous granite counters, new cabinets with stainless steal fixtures, brand new appliances. Updated…
Can i do FSBO & Relator Listing simultaneously?
Hello, I am trying to sell my home by listing with an Agent. I would also like to market it simultaneously as a “for sale by owner”. I would like to pay the realtor a decent flat fee for their time…
Repayment of $8000 tax credit
I purchased my home in March 2009, claiming my $8000 tax credit for filing year 2008. I read I have to be primary resident for 36 months. If I sell my house early 2010 and move out of state for another…
Erin Attardi's final blog post of 2010...
I can not believe 2010 is coming to an end in just a matter of hours! It just does not seem that long ago that I wrote my final blog post of 2009, and I remember writing my final blog post of 2008 while…
Live Where You Want To With An Income Property
Consider buying an 2 unit multifamily income property if you cannot afford purchasing a single family in the community of your choice.  Data in this post is based on information provided to and compiled…
Breakfast for dinner in Murrieta, CA
The other night we couldn’t come to an agreement on dinner.  Kelly and I wanted burgers and the kids wanted pancakes…I got it!  How about The  Hungry Bull in Murrieta?  To read the rest of this…
Find Rent to own homes in Rochester New York here! – This post is Courtesy of www.Rent2ownROC.com and www.FindRochester.com
Find Rent to own homes in Rochester New York here! – This post is Courtesy of www.Rent2ownROC.com and www.RochesterHomeLocator.com Have you been looking for a home to buy but need immediate occupancy…
Setting Goals - Why
Setting Goals - Why I am all for setting Goals and Panning!  It gives me direction and a purpose to do the things that I want to do and do it in a timely manner. I have also realized that the goals or…
I WOULD LIKE TO BUY SOME APARTMENT IN MIAMI, IM NOT RESIDENT IS FOR INVESTMENT, CAN I TAKE MORTGAGE ALREADY 50K
im citizen in Israel, we have all the references about bank, credit card international, my Income 2.250 dollars and my wife have cosmetic store she earn 2500 monthly I We want to put in advance allready…
Greenery to be collected curbside in Fairfax County VA
Greenery to be collected curbside in Fairfax County VA  After a great Holiday Season with friends, family, and all the decorations, there is always the looming problem waiting.....   The eight foot,…
What will increase value?
Sellers are often interested in what will increase the value of their home, and whether they should spend money before they sell. I will attempt to give an idea of things that will make a difference to…
Happy New Year Temecula Valley!
Happy New Year to everyone in the Temecula Valley! It was an awesome year and will be even better in 2011!
Who pays for the buyer's agent? If you're looking to buy an REO or short sale, does the bank pay the buyer's agent's commission?
Does the buyer pay? As a buyer, am I required to bring additional funds and cut a check to my agent at the closing? What if there's a buyer's rebate? Does that mean the agent in essence is…
First time home buyers is it a good time to buy in Menifee CA?
Menifee First Time Home Buyers First time home buyers in Menifee Ca have to two choices when it comes to their housing needs, they can continue to rent and pay their landlord’s mortgage or they can…
Happy New Year!
Well, now that 2010 is over and a new year is upon us. What's happening...mortgage rates are moving up, some sellers are waiting for the spring market. If you seriously want to sell there are serious buyers…
Not Sure If Condo Living is for you...
Hi Buyers,Not sure if Condo Living is for you or not. Check out some of these Pros and Cons on Condo Living. Hope this helps!http://realtytimes.com/rtpages/20101215_condoliving.htmWhen you make your decision…
Not Sure If Condo Living is for you...
Hi Buyers,Not sure if Condo Living is for you or not. Check out some of these Pros and Cons on Condo Living. Hope this helps!http://realtytimes.com/rtpages/20101215_condoliving.htmWhen you make your decision…
Private Financing Available! – This post is Courtesy of www.RochesterHomeLocator.com
Private Financing Available! – This post is Courtesy of www.RochesterHomeLocator.com Credit not quite up to par?  Do you have the need for private financing?   We have a private lender that will lend…
Private Financing Available! – This post is Courtesy of www.RochesterHomeLocator.com
Private Financing Available! – This post is Courtesy of www.RochesterHomeLocator.com Credit not quite up to par?  Do you have the need for private financing?   We have a private lender that will lend…
Hi, Anyone have personal experience with Help Modify Now? If not, do you know of any legit Loan Modification
attorneys or companies that will take you legitimately through the process of loan modification, who actually have a track record of success, who don't charge upfront, and won't charge an arm and a leg?…
Hoffman Estates Market Trends a Year In Review
Today, January 1, 2011 Median Sales Price in Hoffman Estates Embed Info No. Bedrooms Sep - Nov '10 y-o-y 3 months prior 1 year prior 5 years prior1 bedroom - - - - -2 bedrooms - - - - -3 bedrooms - - - - -4…
Hoffman Estates Real Estate December 2010 Overview
Today, January 1, 2011 Market View for Hoffman Estates   Avg. Listing Price $231,975 Wk ending Dec 22 -$4,682-2.0%w-o-w Median Sales Price $217,000 Sep '10 - Nov '10 -$4,000-1.8%y-o-y 312 Homes…
LOOKING TO RENT IN THE HAVANA AREA. 3 BEDROOMS 2 BATHS 2 SMALL DOGS.
DO YOU EVER HAVE ANY RENTALS OR KNOW OF A REALTOR THAT HAS LISTINGS OF RENTALS?
5 Strategies to Rebuild Your Credit after Foreclosure
I find this to be very good information and advice5 Strategies to Rebuild Your Credit after ForeclosureBy Pamela Yip RISMEDIA, November 30, 2010—(MCT)—If you’ve been through a foreclosure, you may…
Free Moving truck with the use of our service!
Free moving truck!  Use our team to buy or sell a home and we will let you use our Free Moving truck to get you to your new home!  Call us any time to learn more or visit our site: www.RochesterHomeLocator.comCheck…
What have the cartwright &= fairfax models in massapequa been selling for & how many homes remain to be built?
I had looked at the Pulte Homes in Massapequa several months ago and although beautiful, I found them to be a bit pricey considering the school district and square footage. Does anyone know what they…
2010 Milwaukee Year End Update for Real Estate Activity
In December there were 254 sales with an average sales price of $95,192 with a list to sales ratio of 92% and 151 days on the  market. During December there were 682 new listings added to the inventory…
Happy New Year!!
I Hope This Holiday Season Brought You The Music of Laughter, The Warmth of Friendship, The Joy of Family & a New Year Rich with Blessings! The greatest "things" in my life aren't things at all.…
2011 Is A Great Year to Buy A home
Originally posted at http://activerain.com/blogs/buyeragentcsmith 2011 Is a Great Year to Buy A Home It's the first day of the New Year.  If buying a home is on your list of goals or resolutions, 2011…
Making Low Ball Offers
In this unprecedented buyer's market, many qualified buyer's go into the home buying process with the idea that they are going to get a "steal" by offering a seller a "low ball" offer that the seller will…
Can you send me pic's of the bedroom's, pool, garage, kitchen, etc.and what are the property taxes...Thank You
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Foreclosure Solutions Needed in 2011
Happy New Year! Get out! Wow what a Resolution without a Solution! How would you feel if this was your fate for the year 2011? Frightened? Mad? Depressed? Confused? These are all the feelings of millions…
Day in the life of a Realtor
A brief history of time: the dinosaurs roamed the prehistoric world. They fell into swamps, where they turned into unleaded gasoline. Realtors then evolved, to use up the gas.     Full disclosure: I…
The Top 5 Reasons Home Loans Get Denied
I can't count the number of times I've been asked "Why aren't banks loaning any money right now?" Not true! Banks actually are loaning money- lots of it- but the stories in the news have gotten people…
Best Interest Rates Yet . . .
Just a short note.Boulder Mortgage Consultant Diane Desalvo Cunningham reported today that a conventional 30-year mortgage can be had at 4.5 percent in Boulder County.  With one point (one percent at…
5 Smart Reasons To Buy A House Now
5 Smart Reason To Buy A House Now
What Exactly Is a Mortgage Foreclosure?
Given the state of the nation's housing market (especially in Sarasota and Manatee County Florida -- where I practice) and unless you've been living in a cave for the last two years, you probably hear…
Just Sold in Mt. Crested Butte Colorado: Lot 17 Gold Link Ski In Ski Out Community
Benson Sotheby’s International Realty of Crested Butte Colorado is pleased to announce another successful Crested Butte real estate transaction by Broker Associate Channing Boucher.Channing sold Lot…
Durham "The Bull City with No Bull"
Welcome to Durham NC, my home since 2001. I am originally from the D.C. area, Alexandria Va. to be exact and when I moved to North Carolina I was looking for the right mix of exciting City life with a…
Snow in Los Olivos, California (photo)
Snow day in Los Olivos, California.
Rancho De Los Olivos - the house that came to town
Sometime around 1880, on a bluff overlooking Alamo Pintado Creek just north of the tiny town of Ballard, a house was underway. It was a two story structure, with a wide covered front porch and neatly…
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