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The Neighborhood Files - 2011 projections
I am excited to now be a contributor for the Real Estate section of Laguna Niguel Patch. Patch is an Internet online newspaper owned by AOL. They currently have 650 sites coast to coast with a goal…
40 PERCENT OF HOMEOWNERS TAKE FIRST LOAN OFFER
Tom Plant's Houston Real Estate Blog Your Blogger finds the information in this article incredible. There are so many differences among lenders. Often nominal rates are near the same but terms and levels…
My sister is renting out a room in her house. There is no lease. How can she evict the tenant with no lease agreement in San Jose, California?
The tenant and my sister are not getting along and want the tenant to vacate the home. There is no lease agreement except for a verbal agreement that the tenant pay $450/month. My niece email the tenant…
Home Affordability Near Record High
The Housing Opportunity Index (HOI), released by the National Association of Home Builders and Wells Fargo, is near its record high for the 7th consecutive quarter. This is great news for home buyers.…
Short sale myth #2
"Belief #2)  Banks would rather foreclose than approve a short sale This also false because up until a short time ago foreclosures were just easier to do that short sales.  The banks have stepped it…
Can an agent who is licensed in 1 state negotiate short sales in all other states?
Or, do you have to be licensed in each respective state that you negotiate in. Can an agent licensed in AZ negotiate a short sale in CA???
Deciding Whether to Refinance Your DC-Area Home
Mortgage interest rates are lower than they have been for some time yet the latest employment outlook, which has an impact on interest rates, is still bleak. This can make deciding whether to refinance…
Las Vegas Rental Homes: Tutorial
Las Vegas Rental Homes:  The TutorialAs a Las Vegas real estate agent, I do show and assist renters with finding Las Vegas Rental Homes.  My goal of this post is to help rentersunderstand procedures…
A Good Turkish Food Experience
Istanbul Fish & Kabob 1725 Emmons Avenue Brooklyn, NY   718 368-3587   A Good Turkish Experience   There seems to be a spate of Turkish restaurants that have turned up lately, unfortunately not…
Short sale myth #6
"Misguided Belief #6)  You must be behind on your mortgage to qualify for a short sale. Not true, it’s the hardship that is the main qualifier for a short sale.  There are some banks that will actually…
Highlands Ranch Christmas Lights
Originally posted at: Christmas Lights in Highlands Ranch If you already live in Highlands Ranch, chances are good that you have already heard of or seen the beautifully decorated home in the Weatherstone…
It's a great day to home shop
It's a great day to home shop.  The market is flooded with homes up for grabs.  Interest rates remain interesting, and listing agents are very cooperative.  We have been blessed with several interested…
Denver Relocation and The Crazy Colorado Weather
If you are relocating to the Denver area, you may be wondering what is the weather like in Denver in the winter.  Denver has the stereo type of the cold & snowy base of the Rocky Mountains and while…
South Denver Suburbs Last Minute Holiday Shopping
Holiday Shopping in the South Denver Suburbs If you have lived in the south Denver suburbs for any length of time, you already know that there are great shopping and restaurant choices down here in the…
Highlands Ranch Winter Market at Town Center North
Originally posted on my Denver Real Estate blog series 365 Things To Do in South Denver Suburbs here: Day 100: Highlands Ranch Winter Market Today on Day 100 of Things to Do in South Denver Suburbs, head…
PREPARING YOUR PROPERTY Pre-Marketing Checklist
Fully preparing your home for sale can make a considerable difference in the time it takes to sell it. You can help eliminate buyer objections before they arise by making necessary repairs and improvements,…
Foreclosures: Are Fewer Worse Than More?
We all know the housing market has been hurt by too many foreclosures being processed too quickly. But now that documents are being reviewed more closely and the process is taking longer -- as it well…
The Most Popular Methods Buyers Use
The National Association of REALTORS® has published its Profile of Buyers and Sellers report with some very interesting information regarding the thought process behind a potential home buyer. Following…
Local Business Resources
Just a quick reminder to everyone to please support local businesses!  I've heard a lot of news about many of the manufacturing jobs in Orange County moving to Texas, and I believe we can all pitch in…
Short sale myth #4
"Belief #4)  Short sale negotiations are adversarial. This is not the case at all. The biggest issue or problem is the amount of paperwork and the number of files the asset manager who is representing…
Home shopping and home buying tips - working with an agent
Before house hunting, make a list of things you want in the new place. Then make a list of the things you don't want. You can use this list as a guide to rate each property that you see. The one with…
Five Quick Homeowner Maintenance Tips
Newer homes benefit from new technologies and materials; however, even homes with maintenance free elements require some maintenance. 1.    Filters & Vents – at a minimum clean or change filters annually.…
Sell Your Property First, Then Buy the House
If you have a house to sell, sell it before selecting a house to buy! Contingency sales aren't nearly as strong as one that comes in with a ready, willing and able buyer. Consider this scenario: You've…
Getting the Best Possible Price
Remeber:The links to success     The more Exposure your property has   The more buyers that walk thru the dooe   The higher your price
Chase Bank Short sale Venta corta Chicago Casas perdonado !
Chase bank Short Sale venta corta Chicago Otra vez mas , Santiago Sanchez consigue vender  en Chicago 4327 N. Sawyer  cuando el dueño estaba retrasado mas de 9 meses  con los pagos de su casa y el…
List to sold ratios tick upward
List to sold ratios bumped up above average the past 8 data points with a little spike at the end of the week. Overall variation continues to improve. Expired, terminated and withdrawn listings continue…
Fannie Mae: Desire To Own Home Strong Among All Races, Ethnicities
All racial and ethnic groups and immigrants have a strong desire to own a home, despite current disparities in homeownership rates for the groups, according to a Fannie Mae study."Our study gives us…
“What do I do with all that information?”…or why you need a real estate agent
The internet has provided homebuyers with an overload of information. They do their own home search; they run their own filters. They educate themselves with buying foreclosed properties. They run home…
Where Are The Best Schools?
Home buyers with children may ask about the school district and the schools in their targeted neighborhoods.  There are several websites a buyer can visit to research the schools, neighborhoods, and…
What is average Office space rental per SF in Jersey City waterfront?
- Assuming a 3y-5y lease term for a Class A building. Any recent statistics will be very much appreciated. I googled it a few times with no helpful results.
I am very interested in this property and would love to hear from you asap.
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3809854-275-Woodland-Trl-Belton-TX-76513
What would you say to the broker in charge?
The listing is the brokers listing. This is on a lender owned property. The listing is paying under 1.5% for a co-op agent. In the purchase contract we ask the seller to pay 3% commission to fulfill the…
1. Get "Pre-Approved" - Not "Pre-Qualified!"
Do you want to get the best property you can for the least amount of money? Then make sure you are in the strongest negotiating position possible. Price is only one element in the negotiations, and not…
How many replies will I get????
Take a guess....????? I just sent out 24 inquiries to listing agents in which a qualified buyer had asked me to ask about their short sale listing. In the subject line I copied and pasted the address…
I'm interested in this house who do I contact to find out about this home?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3003635514-4055-Wilson-Sharpsville-Rd-Cortland-OH-44410
The Short Sale Process
The Short Sale Process We are pre-foreclosure short sale specialists and platinum certified to work with the Bank of America short sales on the equator system.  If you need short sale help or have questions…
Short sale myth #3
"Belief #3)  A short sale = fire sale The banks look at the bottom line or their net proceeds, that is it.  The short sale will still be a deal for the buyer but in many cases will close close to the…
Are You Ready!!!!!!
Can you believe we are wrapping up 2010. Time fly's when you are having fun. So what is on your agenda for 2011? I have set my goals for the next year and no matter what business you are in you should…
If the property is listed as a short sale and a foreclosure can the realtor the property is listed with control the amount the seller may bid?
we want to buy property that is listed both ways and the ReMax lady advised she would not turn the bid we make into the bank for any amount under $200K. the home has been sitting for a long time and needs…
phone number of owner?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3004248682-417-Yarbrough-Rd-Franklin-GA-30217
Why does a "short sale" of a house take so long?
The potential buyer made an offer on a "short sale" house. Three months have gone by and three dates of "having an answer" have gone by. An uncomfortable feeling about this delay…
GENERAL FINANCING QUESTIONS Tips for Homebuyers
1. What is a Mortgage? Generally speaking, a mortgage is a loan obtained to purchase real estate. The "mortgage" itself is a lien (a legal claim) on the home or property that secures the promise to pay…
Parma OH Real Estate Expert Michelle Green Explains Your Mortgage Options
A mortgage is a type of loan that uses property as security until the loan amount is repaid. There are different types of mortgages available to buyers seeking financing to buy Parma OH Real Estate. The…
How Mechanicsburg, PA celebrates a "Social Media" Christmas occasion...
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how do i see and possibly bid on this property?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1077421737-500-Armenta-St-Santa-Fe-NM-87505
What areas surrounding ESTES PARK do you cover? Can you tell me a little about each?
I work the communities of Allenspark, Meeker Park, Pinewood Springs, Glen Haven, Drake and Lyons. These areas surround Estes Park.  Allenspark is a quaint little mountain town located on the Peak to…
Short sale myth #1
"Belief #1)  There is not enough time to negotiate a short sale. You always have a time line that has to be followed but banks are starting to realize as they become better staffed that they are in a…
Buying property to rent out.
I am looking to purchase 1 or 2 properties that could be rented out in the shaker heights area, is this a good area to purchase in and what sort of rental yield could be achieved after property taxes management…
Is Your Home Ready To Sell?
I've seen countless homes both as a listing agent and a Buyers agent, and have to say that many, if not most, homes are not ready to be on the market.  If they were, I can assure you they wouldn't be…
I need to live on the Blue line to get to work. I am in my late 40s, but still want a fun but safe neighborhood. Logan Square v Ukrainian Village???
My son is graduating from high school this year and will be going to college in the Fall. I will therefore be moving into the city next summer. I work in Itasca and take the blue line to get there so I…
If this property is listed as off the market, does it mean that that property has been sold or is in the process of being sold?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/South_Carolina/Dalzell/sold/20848422-2385-Autumn-Ter-Dalzell-SC-29040
First time home buyers should you rent or buy?
New tool for first time home buyers First time home buyers who want to take advantage of this perfect storm of affordable prices, low interest rates and unprecedented home ownership incentives have almost…
South Lake Tahoe, CA homes for sale: Sierra Tract real estate listings update
Sierra Tract, South Lake Tahoe, CA: Current Real Estate Homes for Sale Activity. (Lake Tahoe Real Estate Blog / December 17, 2010 / Richard Bolen)We’ve just updated all Sierra Tract neighborhood real…
South Lake Tahoe, CA homes for sale: Stateline Area real estate listings update
Stateline Area, South Lake Tahoe, CA: Current Real Estate Homes for Sale Activity. (Lake Tahoe Real Estate Blog / December 17, 2010 / Richard Bolen)We’ve just updated all Stateline Area neighborhood…
GreenwichCT.com is now on FACEBOOK
From my blog at www.GreenwichCT.com For those of you who like following everything on Facebook, GreenwichCT.com now has a fan page. This page will display every post you see on GreenwichCT.com. If you…
I want to report a real estate agent who caused me to lose a potential apt. rental when she decided to talk money infront of the landlord. Her fee!!
This agent showed me the rental apt., I came with all my paperwork, showed it to the landlords, they liked me and agreed to rent the apt. to me when the agent started to talk about her fee infront of them.…
City Profile: Sherwood
Road Map To This Sherwood Profile Page: Click on this interactive map for a complete search of properties for sale. Sherwood Today: At one time I lived in Sherwood. People used to say “if you blinked”…
'Tis the Season to Move - Do's and Dont's of Relocating during the Holidays
RISMEDIA, December 15, 2010—While everyone is preparing for the holiday season, are you singing to a different tune as you stress about your upcoming move? Moving can be demanding on its own, plus combined…
OWNERS RECOUP MORE WITH EXTERIOR HOME PROJECTS
Tom Plant's Houston Real Estate BlogAs part of the 2010-11 Remodeling Cost vs. Value Report, Realtors® recently rated exterior replacement projects among the most cost-effective home improvement projects,…
what did this property sell for at auction?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/33283105-14335-W-Via-Manana-Sun-City-West-AZ-85375
Many of the dozen plus bank owned homes in Pacific Grove are not yet listed. What causes the time lag from the bank taking title to the bank listing?
the property for sale? Also, are there particular real estate agents that banks use for these listings?
I want to get people's feedback on Cell Phone coverage in San Francisco...
We are considering switching to T-Mobile from Verizon because Verizon has such few choices for devices that work internationally (except for Blackberry), but I've heard that T-Mobile's service…
No subtenancy agreement, no deposit, rental check. How do I evict someone who has just joined as a subtenant in an apartment I currently lease?
I have leased a three bedroom two bathroom property with another person who responded to my ad on Craigslist. We are both the lessees of the apartment and have been so for less than a month - November…
10 Short sale myths
"You are in a position due to job loss, medical issue or other bad circumstance and have to sell your home but you owe more than the home is worth.  What do you do?  You have heard about short sales…
Only 2 Ways Off of a Joint Mortgage Per Divorce - Do You Owe (on) a House You Don't Own?
Another hidden danger of divorce real estate - the joint mortgage after your divorce. Sound familiar:  "I signed the papers, why is my name still on the mortgage?" There are only two ways off…
Winnetka Il Real Estate Market Action Report December 2010
Winnetka’s November Property sales were 18, up 125.0% from 8 in November of 2009 and 20.0% higher than the 15 sales last month. November 2010sales were at their highest level compared to November of…
Foreclosure (REO) Listings on the Market in Farmington Hills, MI (45 additional properties available)
Current Foreclosures on the Market  Farmington Hills, Mi    12/18/2010 Address Price Bedrooms Baths Basement Sq. ft.21624 Albion $19,900 2 1 No 75822698 Power $38,900 2 1 Yes 88622055 Haynes $45,000…
Foreclosure (REO) Listings on the Market in Livonia, MI (50 additional properties available)
Current Foreclosures on the Market Livonia, MI 12/18/2010 Address Price Bedrooms Baths Basement Sq. ft.19010 Floral $24,900 2 1 No 75620322 Melvin $46,500 3 1.5 Yes 9809155 Deering $55,400 3 1 Yes 98020008…
Foreclosure (REO) Listings on the Market in Redford, MI (105 additional properties available)
Current Foreclosures on the Market Redford, MI 12/18/2010 Address Price Bedrooms Baths Basement Sq. ft.15822 winston $14,000 2 1 Yes 90012857 Centralia $16,000 2 1 Yes 133119328 Garfield $18,000…
Foreclosure (REO) Listings on the Market in Westland, MI (70 additional properties available)
Current Foreclosures on the Market Westland, MI 12/18/2010 Address Price Bedrooms Baths Basement Sq. ft.36307 Manila $19,900 4 1 No 110030798 Avondale $24,900 3 1.5 Yes 105030743 Birchwood $29,000…
First time home buyers-Santa has a secret stash for you!
Santa's secret for first time home buyers First time home buyers who have decided that living in Riverside County is a great idea for their family, have a “secret stash” of homes from which to choose…
Real Estate Transactions for the Steamboat Springs Area
Steamboat Springs and Routt County real estate transactions as reported by the Steamboat Pilot for December 10-16. ■ 32390 Routt County Road 35 Seller: Mark J. and Cari C. Hermacinski Buyer: Kenneth…
To rent or buy? How to weigh it out
To rent or buy? How to weigh it out     WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. – Sept. 9, 2010 – West Palm Beach resident and Realtor Laura Pearlman is selling her historic, Spanish-style home, and – gasp –…
Downtown Sarasota HD Video and Sarasota Real Estate
Downtown Sarasota HD Video and Sarasota Real EstateCheck out the link above to enjoy a high definition video of Downtown Sarasota, a small but thriving, bayfront city in Southwest Florida. Downtown Sarasota…
HOUSTON HOMES SALES RISING NORTH OF SOUTHWEST FREEWAY AND INSIDE LOOP 610
3806 ELLA LEE - AVAILABLE, IF INTERESTED CALL TOM PLANT, GREENWOOD KING PROPERTIES - 713.942.6895 The Houston Chronicle will soon report what you already know from this Blog that Houston’s single family…
A Market Snapshop in St. Lucie County for PGA, Tradition and Torino Areas
You often hear that real estate is local.  It is more than that really, just check the charts below.  These are three areas that we work in.  PGA, Tradition and the Torino area.  They are all awesome…
ARE THE Royal Condos still avialable?
what is the date of move in?
MEDIAN SALES PRICE RELEASED FOR NOVEMBER 2010
The Median Sales prices were released  for November and year to date 2010 were released, i have included a county by county report that compares this year with 2009.MEDIAN SALES PRICE BY COUNTY FOR NOV…
THING 63.2 – Bird Count at the Greenwich Audubon
From my blog at www.GreenwichCT.com THING 63.2 – Bird Count at the Greenwich Audubon For those of you who like to venture outside and are looking for something to do today, make your way up to the Greenwich…
Trinity School Presents Spotlight On Art
Trinity School presents its 30th annual fundraiser, Spotlight on Art. From January 31st - February 5th, over 350 artists will have their works on display. With prices from $5 to over $3000 including…
Bring One for the Chipper
Looking ahead....Christmas is over, decorations are down, and the last reminder of the holiday season is the tree that was cut down for you. Now you think to yourself,  "What am I going to do with this…
14 Steps to Buying a home in Westchester County
"Finding Your Dream Home" Following are 14 steps to buying a home in the Westchester county area: Talk To A Mortgage Broker Or Bank And Get "Pre-approved" - You and your Realtor should know exactly what…
Iss this still bank owned I am interested in contacting bank
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1085964553-6360-Skyline-Dr-Cave-Creek-AZ-85331
The death of Santa Sunday Funny
The death of Santa Posted by The Cascade Team Real Estate at 7:22 AM
Residential Sales Reports released for November 2010 - Must read material
Residential sales for November and year to date 2010 were released, i have included a county by county report that compares this year with 2009.TOTAL UNIT SALESCOUNTY NOV '10 NOV '09 CHANGE *'10 YTD '09…
Condo or Coop? Which one is best for you? Understand the differences!
Most people don't really understand the difference between condos and coops.   The ownership is different in that coops are like owning shares of stock in a corporation.  They are somewhat unique to…
I'm looking at a house that is described as having asbestos shingle in its exterior walls. Is this a red flag-esp. if I want to remodel the
kitchen? Could this explain the lack of remodeling in the kitchen? Does this cost too much money to remove. (I know removal from the interior walls costs a lot of money, time and materials, but what about…
I would like to know if this house is still for sale. I'm presently on vacation in the area and I would like to visit the place before leaving on
Tuesday. Is it a short sale? I can be reached via my email. Thank you. lyne.filion@yahoo.ca -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3016023723-7963-Limestone-Ln-203-Sarasota-FL-34233
Is there any parking for this unit?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1095643525-1346-Midland-Ave-3G-Bronxville-NY-10708
RE/MAX Wraps! From the RE/MAX Professional Associates blog
For everyone who doesn't know (all three of you)...there is a dedicated blog for RE/MAX Professional Associates "Today's Real Estate Information Network...for you!" .  RE/MAX Professional Associates…
How the Current Market May Affect Real Estate Assessments
Valuable Insight Into How Assessors Consider Prevailing Market Conditions As  a property owners you probably want to know how the current real estate market will affect property assessments for the upcoming…
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