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Who is the real estate agent on this house and who do I need to contact? Thanks!
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Homes for Sale in Allen Ranch - Allen Ranch Homes for Sale
Allen Ranch Homes For Sale Have you driven through Allen Ranch in Gilbert, AZ?  It is a lovely subdivision with beautiful green spaces.  If you are interested in Allen Ranch Homes for sale, please contact…

How are the stat's in 2012 especially around this house and surrounding area. If this a safe neighborhood to rise kids in.
what does it mean when the area turn red and the number 2 appear.

I bought a house in October and do not like it so I am putting it up for sale. A new roof increases the asking price right?

Need studio/1 bed near Jamaica Queens. No more than $1k/month or less. Single mature woman with cat. Help, please...

Is 07442 a good place to raise a family?

Are GERMS taking over YOUR REAL ESTATE world?
Do you ever think about GERMS and the REAL ESTATE world? If not, maybe you should. As agents we get to see alot of homes, see alot of people and that subjects us to GERMS. Ladies I hate to be the bearer…

When can we look at this property?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1071145010-1520-Blue-Ball-Rd-Elkton-MD-21921

I have 2 loans on my home, tried to refi couple of years ago but couldnt because my loans were more than my home value. I want to refi to one loan

Strategies For Today's Housing Market
By Lisa Gibbs Given everything they knew about the lackluster housing market, Meghann and Cort Battles didn't expect much when they listed their four-bedroom home in Centennial, a Denver suburb,…

What are some effective ways to increase the value of your home before selling?

where does TRULIA pull its tax information. Home a 22 Blue Moon court has correct information on site
and Realtor MLS and dot.com are using a possible unverified information to make appear larger than it is by substantial amount, the buyer could be ripped off by $ 60,000 based on square footage difference. -- This…

how can l list a property for sale by owner?

Yountville Residential Lots and Land For Sale 4/19/2012
Thinking of building a new home or vacation getaway in the Napa Valley?  It’s not all vineyards, wineries, tasting rooms, restaurants and art galleries.  There are residential lots now on the market…

Hi I live in the cypres Meadow subdivision in Katy 77449. My house is a 3/2 with 2320 sq/ft. year 2004. In what price can I sell my house quickly.

St. Helena Residential Lots and Land For Sale 4/19/2012
Thinking of building a new home or vacation getaway in the Napa Valley?  It’s not all vineyards, wineries, tasting rooms, restaurants and art galleries.  There are residential lots now on the market…

Dangerous Spices and Salt on the Rack
K2, Spice, and Bath Salts are Illegal and Banned from Sale in Connecticut The Department of Consumer Protection, on March 26th, 2012, banned the sale of “bath salts” and synthetic marijuana products…

Can a property be rescinded from foreclosure?
The very morning an offer was to be proffered on a property listed through a realtor, the seller had signed it over for foreclosure before the listing agent had a chance to accept an offer on the property.…

What is the condo fee per month and what does it cover?
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how soon can a second house be resold in georgia.?
I am purchasing a second house for invesment. Can I resale it within 30 days

What is the quickest and easiest way to transfer complete ownership of a house to a person's spouse?

Calistoga Residential Lots and Land For Sale 4/19/2012
Thinking of building a new home or vacation getaway in the Napa Valley?  It’s not all vineyards, wineries, tasting rooms, restaurants and art galleries.  There are residential lots now on the market…

Looking for a 4 or 5 bdrm home to rent in the Cutler Bay area. with a pool. not finding any current
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/rental/3066298595-9059-SW-162nd-St-Palmetto-Bay-FL-33157

Still available? 2-floor or one floor?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3081750620-2553-Stockbridge-Sq-SW-Vero-Beach-FL-32962

Do all mortgage companys allow you to pay half every 2 weeks?

Do you accept section 8?
I have section 8 -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/rental/3076785704-243-Mary-Lou-Ave-Yonkers-NY-10703

How long does a lender have to tell you the reason for denial of a loan?

What is it like to live in this area?..From out of state looking to relocate.

Does the tenant have a lease? How much is the tenant paying per month?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1067922286-3916-Pin-Oaks-St-Sarasota-FL-34232

Napa Residential Lots and Land 4/19/2012
Thinking of building a new home or vacation getaway in the Napa Valley?  It’s not all vineyards, wineries, tasting rooms, restaurants and art galleries.  There are residential lots now on the market…

It's a Fact - Good Looking Agents Sell More Homes
I was way ahead of the hotness curve on this one. Back in 2/11 we revealed studies that indicated that Good Looking Agents Sell More Homes and now the industry is playing catch up. I was moved by the article…

Homes with "Features" Sell Best
I find it interesting how different features become "trendy" in home sales over the years . . . and boy, do they change!  When I first started in the home selling business in 1975, the biggest selling…

How long does it take to close on a house if you are not getting a mortgage but you are able to pay cash from your bank account?

How is the commute into NYC from Rossville via Express Buses....specifically to downtown and west midtown? How long should I anticipate that taking?
How is the commute into NYC from Rossville via Express Buses....specifically to downtown and west midtown? How long should I anticipate that taking with traffic

Do you think homebuyers realize when the Feds promise to keep the interest rat for banks down, That it does not mean the mortgage rate will stay low?

I have noticed that some homes are marked pending for weeks and then weeks later, they are re-listed as available. What kind of events cause this?

How long can a landlord keep unused rent money from the renter?
On 2/1/2012, I gave written notice to move out of a rental unit in Ashburn. The landlord and I agreed on the move out date of 3/31/2012 On 3/1/2012, I paid my final month rent of $2,500 to the landlord. On…

tell me more about this house and property how many bed rooms and bath rooms does it have a garage how much propety does it have
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3044460337--Rt-2-Box-304-Comanche-OK-73529

Do fireplaces increase or decrease a home value? What do buyers think about gel or electric fireplaces instead of the traditional wood burning or gas?

Where in the USA can I buy a cheap property with high rental yields for around $15000-20000 in good condition and a better location?

Marriott at Heron Bay in Coral Springs, Fl
If you're moving here to Coral Springs, the Marriott at Heron Bay is beautiful place to stay.  Staff is accommodating and outstanding!  Great place to kick back after a hard day of viewing homes!!ht…

how can I list this for sale on this website? I have an mls number and am offfering a buyers agent commission.
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Pennsylvania/Elizabethtown/sold/1225536-502-Mark-Dr-Elizabethtown-PA-17022

Are there many rent to own options in Douglasville?
I'm having a hard time finding them. The properties are either to rent or buy.

Marlboro Schools, NJ
How Marlboro schools are rated in NJ or in country. Are they one of the best school systems in Country ?

Weekend Open House Schedule
House hunting? Here's a list of the homes that will be held open this weekend: http://bit.ly/nefaropenhouse

If you have kids in elementary school, go to Freedom Shores. They are the best!
My kids go there and they love it!

would like to buy a unit in stuart fl. 55 and older community. would like owner financing. does anyone know of one that is for sale?

What year was built?

Time to Buy in Atlanta?
I think it’s time to consider buying a home in the Atlanta area. I don’t say that as a shill for any real estate organization; I say that as an appraiser, broker and student of this industry for over…

what high school would i go to if i lived here?

New Home Construction - North Ridge Subdivision- North Kingstown RI Real Estate
New Home Construction - North Ridge Subdivision- North Kingstown RI Real Estate. Ground breaking news in new home construction in North Kingstown has been silent for awhile but here it comes.  A…

North Kingstown RI Homes for Sale- One Level Living
North Kingstown RI Homes for Sale- One Level Living.  In North Kingstown, single family ranch homes for sale are a preferred choice for one level living.  In addition, in North Kingstown condominiums…

I would like to buy the 4709 Fish road house. Would you rent to own it to me or accept 400.00 a month
My name is cindy and number 8109660214

I live in Florida my husband and I want to buy a house and move to the Tallidega, Al area. When should we really get serious about buying if we want?
to move in March 2011?

Mangrove Gathering - Eco Cafe
Mangrove Gathering - Eco Cafe Start Date:04/20/2012 7:30 PM End Date:04/20/2012 10:00 PM Description:For people who care about the earth...an evening to socialize! Meet at Rotary Park to find about local…

Master Sand Sculpting Exhibition and Wine Tasting Festival
MASTER SAND SCULPTING EXIBITIONFeaturing mind-blowing sculptures created by Top Master Sculptors from around the world. "An exhibit sculpture of this size has never been createdon Fort Myers Beach"Over…

Taste The World! with Andrew Zimmern
Taste The World! with Andrew Zimmern An evening with the host of The Travel Channel's Bizarre Foods, Andrew Zimmern. Andrew Zimmern is a James Beard Award-winning TV personality, chef, food writer, teacher…

Quick promotions are not always the most enduring.
Most people who fail after receiving a promotion do so because they fail to rise to the challenges the new position offers. It is perfectly normal to feel a twinge of insecurity when you assume a new position--after…

Yes, Virginia, There Really is a Spring Clean
Believe it or not, The American Cleaning Institute surveyed 1,000 people online from Feb. 29 to March 4 this year and found spring cleaning is a keeper. Nearly three in four of those who spring clean…

Perry GA 31069 Real Estate Market Report – March 2012
Perry GA 31069 Real Estate Market Report – March 2012The Perry GA real estate market has slowly been improving, and with the busy summer months looming, there is hope the trend will continue. A quick…

Agents Beware of False Leads
Agents,Please beware of false leads that you may get on Trulia.  I received one today. Some man claiming to be from Israel, was wanting to meet and look at property for investments.  I told him to get…

What are the HOA dues?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3077267496-2423-Grand-Ave-2-Everett-WA-98201

Darien CT Weekly Real Estate Summary - Weekending April 18, 2012
Good morning, and welcome to my Real Estate Blog where we discuss local, regional and national real estate news and information.  We encourage you to comment on properties shown, as well as market conditions…

im 19 years old and i need guidelines to become a sucessful real estate agen can someone help??
im 19 years old and want to join the real estate bissnuess. alot of people around me has told me its not a good idea due to the economy i would like help from agents or brokers tthat cann send me to the…

where are the safest, nicest areas to live in sacramento? anything close to the sacramento airport? we are moving without ever seeing sacramento.

Important Real Estate News of the Day - April 18, 2012
Welcome to my Real Estate Blog where we discuss local, regional and national real estate news and information.  We encourage you to comment on properties shown, as well as market conditions of interest.  …

Bankrupt Agent’s $87 Million Estate Goes on Auction Block
A bankrupt real estate agent’s hilltop mansion, conceived during Southern California’s property boom and once given an estimated value of $87 million, is going up for auction after failing to sell…

FORMER Former UCLA Bruins head football coach Rick Neuheisel SCORES SALE
Former UCLA Bruins head football coach Rick Neuheisel has sold his house in Bel-Air for its list price of $4.995 million.The Cape Cod-style traditional, built in 2008, contains 6,000 square feet of living…

Simon Cowell Gives His Ex His £5 Million Beverly Hills Home
SIMON Cowell is giving his ex-fiancee Mezhgan Hussainy a £5 million gift following the end of their stormy relationship, according to reports.The 52-year-old X Factor supremo split with the make-up artist,…

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Buying a furnished mobile home in Florida. What does that mean? Are all detachable items present when buyer made an agreement to purchase included?
When I saw the home the owner mentioned that in addition to her personal items she wanted to take some ceramic figurines. Now she is talking about taking kitchen items, inflatable mattresses, etc.

Important Real Estate News of the Day - April 17, 2012
Good afternoon, and welcome to my Real Estate Blog where we discuss local, regional and national real estate news and information.  We encourage you to comment on properties shown, as well as market…

Does anyone know the laws in Simi Valley in regards to adding a small living area to a homes backyard or converted a garage into a living space?

What are some effective ways to increase the value of your home before selling?

What is the separate value of a mother\daughter apartment when selling a house.?
We are looking to sell our home. About 7 years ago my mother paid to convert the garage into a full apartment for her to live in. It is fully functional with kitchen, full bath, sitting area and separate…

Please advise commission rates for selling land in the Malibu area? thanks

how do I purchase a house that is in foreclosure?

Looking for a good reliable management company in Ft. Myers for long term renting out (house) Pls advice. Thks

How much do you add to the basic value of the house with a clear view of the ocean and an infinity edged pool?

How do I find the previous sale price (in 2006) of a house in Pacific Palisades? Out-of-Towner

90402 North of Montana Santa Monica - Houses (SFR) - Historic Count of Sales by Month (January-April for the years 2009-2012 )
90402 North of Montana Santa Monica - Houses (SFR) - Historic Count of Sales by Month (January-April for the years 2009-2012 ) Sales, Number ofMonth 2009 2010 2011 2012Jan 8 12 11 12Feb 9 6 7 11Mar 10…

Need recommendations for a Realtor in West Hills, obviously much experience,,,starting to talk to a couple that have been around long time...

When talking with the standard seller, is it a fair statement that for them it is essentially a "sellers market" (excepting of course?
value)? Working with a standard seller in determining a value. There are almost no standard sales on the market for a "good" house. Can I put a premium on their listing price and still be in…

Reseda, CA 91335 - Houses (SFR) - Historic Count of Sales by Month (January-April for the years 2009-2012)
Reseda, CA 91335 - Houses (SFR) - Historic Count of Sales by Month (January-April for the years 2009-2012)Sales, Number ofMonth 2009 2010 2011 2012Jan 76 56 54 61Feb 76 57 56 62Mar 87 54 68 67Apr 79 7…

CAN I BUY A HOUSE WITH LESS THAN 5% DOWN?
If you are a first time buyer, you are in luck! And the answer is yes!FHA programs are design for first time buyers, the lowest down payment is 3.5% of purchase price. Normaly on a regular conventional…

I bought a house at a tax deed sale and I want to find out when the last time that the house had public utilities.
Specifically, I want to know when the last time was that the house had water and electrical on. Is there an easy way to find this out? I would also like to know how to find out if there was ever any construction…

A few concerns of purchasing a home as a non-resident alien.
I really need some professionals to give me answers about a few certain laws regarding non-resident alien buyers. 1. I heard that I have to pay 30% of my annual rent income as tax if I rent out my…

Actor Ben Stiller sells Hollywood Hills home for $2.6 million
The 4,062-square-foot house sits on less than a third of an acre and contains four bedrooms and 41/2 bathrooms.Comic actor Ben Stiller and his actress wife, Christine Taylor, have sold a house in the Hollywood…

California mansion fire sale: the fall of a billion-dollar realtor
It has 17 bathrooms, a 17-car garage, marbled floors, gold leaf ceilings, a vineyard, horse stables, tennis courts and a lake - and occupies the largest parcel of residential real estate on southern California's…

Harrison Ford lists Brentwood compound at $8.295 million
Actor Harrison Ford has listed his compound in Brentwood for $8.295 million.The Colonial Revival-style house, designed by Gerard Colcord and built in 1951, is set off the street at the end of a long gated…

Just wondering if the owners would be interested in renting the property?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3066950258-817-Wimbledon-Dr-Dothan-AL-36305

The Rancho Mirage estate of the late President Gerald Ford and Betty Ford has been sold for $1.675 million
PRESIDENTIAL RETREAT IS SOLDThe Rancho Mirage estate of the late President Gerald Ford and Betty Ford has been sold for $1.675 million.The buyers are entertainment business manager John McIlwee and DreamWorks…

Home builder and investor Richard Lewis and his wife, have bought a unit at Beverly West Residences for $5Million
HOME BUILDER OPTS FOR A CONDOHome builder and real estate investor Richard Lewis and his wife, Rebecca, have bought a unit in the Beverly West Residences for $5 million.The 22-floor high-rise contains…

The Danish entrepreneur and ex-Von Dutch CEO lists his gated Midcentury Modern at $6.9 million
The Danish entrepreneur and ex-Von Dutch CEO lists his gated Midcentury Modern at $6.9 million after a complete makeoverFormer Von Dutch chief executive and clothier Tonny Sorensen — who gained recognition…

Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne have sold their oceanfront house in Malibu for $7.925 million
Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne sell Malibu oceanfront homeThe Osbournes' three-story beach house features a walled garden, five bedrooms, five bathrooms and 4,500 square feet of living space. The master bedroom…

California home prices increase year-over-year in March
California home sales declined in March from February’s pace, while the median home price snapped a 16-month annual price decline and posted its first year-over-year gain, C.A.R. reported Monday.The…

I am buying my step-brothers condo and both of our banks accepted the offer, should I proceed?
This will be an investment

Bank Owned Beauty in Renton- Open House
Brand New Listing and I am in Renton tomorrow! Open House from 12-2. This wonderful bank owned home is in a neighborhood of over $450K homes. 19021 SE 175th Renton. Come and take a peak before everyone…

GARDEN IN A BAG!
It's the ultimate in no-fuss gardening — just cut a hole in the bag of topsoil and plant right there! Image: VegetableGardener.com Gardens often benefit from out-of-the-box thinking,…

Does this include living by yourself? Or will you have to share this with other
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/rental/3069258877-237-9th-Ave-San-Francisco-CA-94118