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What if marijuana is legalized in Nov. and people are looking for specific types of houses to grow it in?
Just wondering since we have Senior Specialists, and Residential Specialist, and Vineyard specialists, and "Green" specialists, what next?? Are we going to have a MJ Certification??? Already,…
Bellevue Neighborhoods – Get your home sold the first time around Tip #3
Bellevue WA Neighborhoods – Marketing your home to sell: 90% of buyers are looking online first.  What does that mean to you?  If your home doesn’t capture their eye in the first 10 seconds they…
I have recently gotten a mortgage in just my name in sc, however the form signed said that I cannot put the deed in my husbands and my name, or they
could call the note on us, and make us get out of the house. Considering it a breach of contract. Is this standard for a 30 mortgage? They said this is a standard fannie mae form. What else can I do…
A World of Uncertainty
We live in a dynamic, fast-moving world where change has become a routine part of our daily lives. For example, the effects of changing government policies, shifting political alliances and mounting internal…
365 Things To Do In Costa Mesa - Social Dance Opps - Day 78
Costa Mesa dance... I've been watching Dancing With The Stars, which always ends up making me dream of being a dancer. So I decided to check out some of the dance facilities in Costa Mesa and came across…
Why do I need a real estate agent to sell my house?
Just what does a real estate agent do these days anyway?  Well, according to an article from Larabee School of real estate, there are 200 items that are routine tasks done by real estate agents.  However…
What would be a good first offer for 2424 Wyatt Way Alamogordo, NM 88310?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1071094798-2424-Wyatt-Way-Alamogordo-NM-88310
The Allen Report
Latest weekly real estate report for Darien, CT, published today:
in laymens terms is the transfer value the selling price of the house?, thank you
is it an amount owed on taxes? if you pay the say $ 16, 000.00 transfer value do you own the house or is this info just saying that the current owner needs to pay it?
Attention Seller's with Vacant Homes
Many times seller's with vacant houses forget to update their homeowners insurance.  Most policy's have a vacancy clause that would forfeit any claim while the home is vacant.  Be sure and call your…
Does anyone know if this house has a garage?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1077175129-19-Apple-Blossom-Rd-Andover-MA-01810
My "out of state" moms 2 acres are in my name. I am preparing for a chapter 7. I dont want to loose her land. what can I do?
Ten years ago the plan was to purchase 2 acres here in texas so mom and grandma could be close to family and live out their lives. They sent the money. I shopped for the property. The land was put in my…
OPEN HOUSE 10/2 from 1-4pm
JUST LISTED this gorgeous home in Anaheim Hills! Come preview this Saturday 10/2 from 1-4pm. For full property info click on the link below for MLS page;http://socallistings.marketlinx.com/SearchDetai…
When pricing a property, how much negotiating room should the seller leave when setting the listing price? I
know I would accept a lower offer but if I lower the price to reflect that and attract more buyers, then I will not want to come down much on my price. Are there any general guidelines to follow when pricing…
Goin' DOWN & Gettin' LOWER ~Perfect time to buy WATERFRONT~
Mortgage rates move downward again from already record low levels.30-year fixed mortgage rates, currently at 4% for well-qualified borrowers who pay 1 point origination, are very near 3.875%. 30-year fixed…
Are there inside pictures of the house?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1093005550-2744-Ida-Way-West-Palm-Beach-FL-33415
Rentals Foreclosures and traditional existing Homes sales !
Homes looking for owners. We at relifehomes feel we can exceed your need and expectation of a Real Estate professional.Offer outstanding service to assist you with your purchase of a new home exisiting…
who do i contact about this property?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1082302653-2925-Slater-Rd-Salem-OH-44460
These statistics are wrong
These crime statistics are wrong, and they are from 2000. This year Virginia Beach was rated number 4 as one of the safest cities for children in Mens Health
Buying a Repo REO or Foreclosure-They are NOT always a bargain!
What is a REO, Repo or Foreclosure?In Indiana, these are homes that have been foreclosed and are now owned by the bank or mortgage company. The property did not find a buyer during foreclosure auction. The…
what are the crime rates in this area? how safe is it to live here? is falvel road busy or dangerous?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Texas/Spring/sold/22879085-2507-HANNOVER-WAY-SPRING-TX-77388
Haves and Wants In Coral Gables!
  There are certain segments of the Coral Gables real estate market that are low on inventory.  I have several clients that have looked at everything on the market but cannot find the perfect home.  So…
5 Tips Buyers need for Short Sales (shameless promotion) :)
It’s no secret that the area is currently in a buyer’s market.  So what does that mean to Los Gatos and San Jose real estate home buyers?  It means a deal! And deals come in all shapes and sizes…
The Tallahassee Democrat Recommends NO on Amendmant 4
Amendment 4 is a terrible idea.  I do not know who thought of it and I have found no one in support of it.Here is the latest from the Tallahassee Democrat.  If you are not sure what you want to do please…
Sleep the First Victim to a Demanding Work Schedule
Sleep the First Victim to a Demanding Work ScheduleBy Cindy Krischer GoodmanRISMEDIA, September 29, 2010--(MCT)--It's midnight and Carolyn Donaldson is clacking away on her keyboard. Although she's yawning,…
Avoid foreclosure by selling "short."
Are you "upside down" with your mortgage? Having difficulty making your mortgage payments? You are not alone.....perhaps I can help you. I have helped many homeowners with short sales to avoid foreclosure.…
Poll: Nine in 10 U.S. Homeowners Concerned About Home Energy Efficiency
Poll: Nine in 10 U.S. Homeowners Concerned About Home Energy EfficiencyRISMEDIA, September 29, 2010--Home energy efficiency is valued by the vast majority of American homeowners, with 89 percent of national…
Remodel or Relocate? Do You Have an Idea?
With the, so called, troubled Real Estate Market in  Cambrian and Los Gatos many home owners are choosing to stay put.   While selling your Cambrian home may not be a favorable choice today, doing…
I was wondering if this house is still on the market. The last time i inquired about it it had a contract on it, then i was told it had been sold.
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3019798448-2915-Kenneth-St-Memphis-TN-38128
THINGS TO CONSIDER for 1st TIME HOME BUYERS
This is a great time for first time home buyers to take advantage of the low home prices and the low mortgage rates. Carefully review all of your options before deciding to move forward and discuss the…
Is this property still available to see?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1074588662-111-45-76th-Dr-Queens-NY-11375
Real Estate Soup and The American Dream
The American Dream is predicated on the notion that home ownership is a symbol of achievement from toil, sacrifice, and determination. It is a dream that inspires a nation of immigrants to work hard and…
Boeing putting Charleston SC on the map....Effect on Real Estate?
If Boeing is going to put SC on the map like the papers say, its best to buy now while interest rates are so low and plenty of inventory to choose from. Otherwise, prices will go up when demand is hig…
Why move to Bryan-College Station, Texas?
So many regions have taken a serious hit during the recession. Businesses close, jobs are lost, and residents move away. But in the midst of this troubling economy, a phenomenon has gathered strength:…
Miami Real Estate Market Continues To Strengthen
Miami, Fl, US – The Miami real estate market continues to strengthen compared to last year, the homes and condo/apartment prices are stabilizing and more buyers are acquiring properties in Miami. The…
Low Maintenance Lifestyle~ No Yard Work!! Life is Good!!
If you are looking for a lovely 3 sided brick home that has a Master Bedroom on the Main Floor, you  should take a look at this property in Peachtree Corners, which is a MOST sought after location just…
10 Reasons to Buy a Home
Daily Real Estate News  |  September 16, 2010  |   Share 10 Reasons to Buy a Home Time magazine is being overly pessimistic in its recent cover piece that called into question the benefits of…
is this house for sale if so what is the asking price?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1092955600-3950-Delmar-Blvd-Saint-Louis-MO-63108
What Type of Home is Best for You | New or Used
It's important to consider all of your options before signing on the dotted line. Choosing between buying a new Scottsdale home or a previously owned one can be an agonizing decision to make. Sure,…
Facts About Home Inspections
It is a very rare occurrence that a home is purchased without a home inspection done first. If the seller had their listing listed in "as is" condition does not mean that first an inspection can first…
Woudl the owner consider a lease puchase or owner financing. Thank you.
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1075541301--Tallahassee-FL-32309
Anyone have a 3 bedroom rental coming on in North Bethesda? Preferably the Gables of Tuckerman. Please let me know. Thanks!
Have a client looking for a 2 or 3 bedroom rental in Rockville/North Bethesda area - preferably The Gables on Tuckerman or Bentley Place. If so please email me at Lisa.Frazier@LNF.com
Title Issues??
I am currently interested in a Fannie Mae property. It went under agreement three times and it fell though (at closing) for the third time... The first time it was financing...the second time it…
Ask Cindi
Today is a beautiful day in Mandeville, LA! Fishing by the Pontchartrain Causeway is a great option for today! Have lunch at Morton's by the Tchefuncte River in Madisonville or take your dog for a stroll…
What Is The Multiple Listing Service (MLS)?
The Multiple Listing Service (MLS) is a system that enables real estate brokers to communicate property listings. The concept dates back to the late nineteenth century when brokers gathered informally…
270 Laure Lane - Gruley, Al, Is this house & property attill available?
Please email my answer/response to angeliarozell@aol.com. -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3009820862-270-Laurel-Ln-Gurley-AL
Working With First Time Buyers
They are looking for leaders, not sales people.Working with First Time Buyers The market for first-time home buyers is as hot as it has ever been. With the government offering tax incentives, home prices…
can you give some directions on how to get there it will not pull up on gps probably because it's new?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3000052334-1703-S-Harding-Pl-Fayetteville-AR-72701
WOW! WHAT A LOW PRICE!
BANK FORECLOSURE JUST REDUCED.  This is a great deal.  5 Bedroom farm house style with wrap around porch in a great location.  With some attention this could be a wonderful home near the Charlevoix…
Case-Shiller Shows Slowing Growth In Home Prices... Two Months Ago
Home Market Realty. By: T.  Atiq Licensed Real Estate Broke www.HomeInBrooklyn.com For the 17th straight month, the Case-Shiller Index reports that home values are rising across the United States. As…
How long is the typicla Days on Market in Abilene right now?
I am an agent in Dallas and my client is getting ready to list their current home in Abilene in a couple weeks. Thank you!
3.8% Tax from Health Care Bill on Home Sale Explained
New 3.8% Tax from Health Care Bill on Home Sale In March when the highly controversial Obama Health Care Plan was passed there were many people throughout the country and elected officials that truly…
Pros and Cons of Reverse Mortgages
 http://tinyurl.com/38fcsfg 55 and over community, baby boomers, pros and cons of reverse mortgages, real estate news, reverse mortgages, senior communities, Spring, texasBlog, Shannon Register I am…
7 Good Reasons People Refinance
The average interest rate on an outstanding mortgage at the beginning of 2010 was 5.979 percent, according to the Bureau of Economic Analysis. With current rates well below that benchmark, refinancing…
Tips on Refinancing Your Mortgage
If you've ever asked yourself if refinancing your home is a good idea the answer is: you should look into it. Not only could it give you more to live on month to month, but it could also save you thousands…
Housing in spite of Bad Credit*
I work with two mobile home communities; one in Riverside and one in Corona. They help people that have lower credit scores and assist them in buying a house in their communities. Both communities are…
Short Sale Seller
Ready to short sell your home? What is a short sale? A short sale happens when you owe more than what the house will possibly fetch in the open market. Short sales are usually caused by values in a market…
Extra Commission at Closing
The market has been tough for many agents, and I had a situation happen at a closing where the buyers actually felt I had done a great job and wanted to write me an additional check at the end of closing.…
Making Sense of Conflicting Reports About Changes in the Real Estate Market
How to Make Informed Decisions in an Uncertain Market If you've followed news sources during the last few months we're probably confused amount where the real estate market is right now.  Often even the…
Come on a Drive in Ladera Ranch – REO on the Market Soon!
It’s a Beautiful Day in Ladera Ranch! Checking on an REO listing that will be on the market soon, I figured as long as I was out and about I’d give you a little (like, really little) tour of Ladera…
Looking for that post Labor Day pick up in homes sales? Me too!
This week there has been a number of questions posed on Trulia and elsewhere about the “pace” of the market.  Although we all were hoping for a pick up after Labor Day, the market remains more sluggish…
DAILY MORTGAGE RATE LOCK ADVICE
DAILY MORTGAGE RATE LOCK ADVICESeptember 29, 2010, 6:50 PT LOCK ADVICE CHANGES SEVERAL TIMES DAILY CLICK FOR UPDATE Mortgage Rate lock Advice for locks within 3 days:  LOCKMortgage rate points based…
how do I report a real estate agent for fraud?
How do I report thisserious breech if ethics?I hired an agent to sell my house. The house was put on the market for 5.5 million. She said we should renovate the house and her husband was a contractor.There…
Are you ready to Fall for Greenville?
October 8-10 marks the 29thanniversary of the city’s annual St. Francis Fall for Greenville festival. This year over 40 local restaurants will be showcasing their food in the run for Best Restaurant.…
Palmetto Bay, FL Installs New Traffic-Calming Devices
In continuing efforts to maintain a high quality of living, the Village of Palmetto Bay has received Federal grant money to help install several "traffic calming" devices around high-traffic areas. Beginning…
Delusional Realtors and Sellers in a Delusional Marketplace
Trying to deal with delusional Sellers and Realtors now a days is always fun.  I ran into a Listing Broker who has a listing that has sat for 220 some odd days.  The home is listed at $549,000 and so…
Perfect Storm Brewing in Edmond
Have you heard the expression A Perfect Storm?  It describes an event where a rare combination of circumstances effect a situation drastically.  Well, the perfect storm is brewing on Tanglewood Drive…
Fannie Mae seeks to cure the condo crisis
If you are interested in purchasing or selling a condo in Florida you know all to well that financing has been almost impossible to get. Fannie Mae is aware of the problem and is starting to address it.…
Inexperienced agent wanted... be careful
If someone calls your office and requests a new and/or inexperienced agent, should that raise red flags? We had this happen and when asked why, the potential buyers stated that they want a "hungry" agent…
Case-Shiller Shows Slowing Growth In Home Prices... Two Months Ago
For the 17th straight month, the Case-Shiller Index reports that home values are rising across the United States. As compared to June, July's prices were up by 4 percent. However, despite the improvement,…
Poll: Nine in 10 U.S. Homeowners Concerned About Home Energy Efficiency
RISMEDIA, September 29, 2010--Home energy efficiency is valued by the vast majority of American homeowners, with 89 percent of national survey respondents indicating that making their home more energy…
Scottsdale Events Happening This Week
Sept. 30 Scottsdale Cycling Festival: More than 2,000 cyclists are expected at the Scottsdale Cycling Festival at DC Ranch Sept. 30-Oct. 3. For the first time, the popular 70-mile Tour de Scottsdale…
How do I find out which firm listed a condo for sale?
I am trying to find out which firm listed a condo that has sold and is off the MLS. I have the MLS # but can't find who the listing broker was.
Upstate South Carolina Real Estate 9-29-10
Happy Hump Day Upstate South Carolina! I have a busy day ahead with a listing appointment at 4 today for a wonderful and refreshingly affordable lake home. Yesterday I added several good articles on…
$8000 Tax Credit for First Time Homebuyers Extended and Income Limits are Higher!
President Obama signed the federal tax credit into law.   It is expected to contribute approximately $22 billion to the economy, Congress overwhelmingly passed a bipartisan measure this week extending…
What is Coop?
'been watching this property for a while, We live in New England so getting there to see one at a time is not possible. This is the first time I saw "Coop" and it makes us wonder what is involved. -- This…
I am interested in knowing more about this parcel of land and which real estate company represents it.
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1077677152-Lot-Land-Millerton-NY-12546
An Interesting Foreclosure Story with a Happy Ending
This home was another fairly smooth transaction with a very sweet couple buying their first home. Although, there are a couple of interesting things about this transaction. This home was a foreclosure.…
Poll: Nine in 10 U.S. Homeowners Concerned About Home Energy Efficiency
  RISMEDIA, September 29, 2010–Home energy efficiency is valued by the vast majority of American homeowners, with 89 percent of national survey respondents indicating that making their home more…
New Home Built from Ground Up in Palo Alto
This was a fun sale. The buyers went into contract in June and just closed the transaction last week. They actually watched this home being built from start to finish and were very involved in getting…
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