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September Item of Value
Can you believe it's already September?  Summer is winding down, the kids are back in school and thoughts are turning to football, cooler weather and dare we say - the Holiday season!  As we approach…
Builder Close Outs All Over Riverside County
There are great deals on New Homes in Riverside County, right now due to the fact that many builders are getting rid of some of their inventory.   They need to sell so they can build more homes in their…
Weekly Wednesday Orange County Foreclosures And Short Sales Market Update September 15, 2010
Here’s a look at the inventory in Costa Mesa, Newport Beach, Huntington Beach, and Laguna Beach. Below is a look at the number of homes identified in the MLS as being ‘in the foreclosure process,’…
The Ultimate < S - T - R - E - S - S > Reducer !
 _)' 'Ultimate STRESS Reducer Relaxin' & Fishin' _)'Rustic Holiday Beach Fishin' Cabin 'bout 8 miles north of Rockport TX is the ultimate solution for  S-T-R-E-S-S  reduction on the coast. OPEN…
Building Your Own In-Ground Swimming Pool
An in-ground swimming pool can be a great addition to any home. It will increase the resale value as well as add a focal point to your yard. The set-up costs of a pool can be expensive, and this has…
'Seismic' shift on Fla. condos at Fannie
http://www.floridarealtors.org/NewsAndEvents/article.cfm?id=246919
3 Things You Shouldn’t Say No To With a Home for Sale in Tampa
The point of having your home for sale in Tampa is to… well, sell it, isn’t it? I mean, it makes logical sense, right? Yet, too often, home sellers seem to think that selling is as easy as “hire…
Greenville, SC Real Estate / Greenville Real Estate Agent
Looking to buy or sell in Greenville, SC.? Ready for a real estate company that doesn't mind getting off the beaten path of other real estate companies? Call us. (864)380-9919.  www.palm20realty.com.
Your friend, Credit.
Remember when you were younger, and you had an imaginary friend?  Of course you do, but you’ve grown up since then, and no longer believe in imaginary friends……but you should.  Every adult has…
Joint Fort Lewis/McChord
On Feb. 1, 2010, Fort Lewis and McChord Air Force Base became Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM) – one of 12 joint bases worldwide. On that day, JBLM reached its initial operational capability, meaning…
What happens after BPO is completed?
We made an offer on a short sale in early March. We were just told that the BPO was completed and the file has been assigned to a loss mitigation specialist. What is the next step? Unfortunately, our agent…
How much should be invested in home improvements to get a good rate of return when moving in a few years?
The house is 22 years old, needs a new roof and siding. Kitchen and 2 bathrooms need updating. The heating system has already been replaced. We will be retiring in 8-10 years and would like to get a…
How to Save Money on Home Insurance
Many of us have insurance to protect our homes so the following tips may be of interest to you:Be sure to compare prices. Shopping around can save you a lot of money so it is a good idea to compare quotes.Raise…
Ups and Downs with Homebuilders
It’s interesting to watch what’s going on with homebuilders in our area.  Last week our office had a visit from the local DR Horton folks announcing that they have bought land in subdivisions that…
What is a Typical Home?
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Developmentrecently came out with the 2009 American Housing Survey, that contains many facts and statistics about U.S. homes.Following you will find some of the…
What is a Typical Home?
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Developmentrecently came out with the 2009 American Housing Survey, that contains many facts and statistics about U.S. homes.Following you will find some of the…
I'm certifiable! (for Distressed Properties, that is)
I have earned the prestigious Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE) designation, having completed extensive training in foreclosure avoidance and short sales. This is invaluable expertise to offer…
my credit score is around 580 would that be good enough to get approval for 30k ?
I tried to get pre-approved for 50k and I was told that my income to expense ratio is the problem. However I pay so much in rent that buying a home would be cheaper for me and put me in a better financial…
Is this property still available and if so please advise me as to who is the realtor. My e-mail contact is Wacissa2007@aol.com Please advise asap.
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3004956529-6664-Cross-Keys-Rd-College-Grove-TN-37046
Have Atlanta Prices Hit Bottom??
LOOKING AT THIS CHART, IT LOOKS LIKE ATLANTA MAY HAVE HIT BOTTOM LAST YEAR- PRICEWISE.THIS IS GREAT NEWS FOR THOSE OF YOUR TRYING TO SELL YOUR HOME. FOR BUYERS, IT SHOWS US THAT IT IS REALLY TIME TO GET…
Would like to see this property and will be in the area Oct 6th-8th. Can you please contact us to set up a viewing? littlemkl@ctc.net
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1082828912--A-1-Chilkat-Lake-Haines-AK-99827
what did this home just sell for? How long on market? What was original asking price/ thanks.?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3001949742-935-Scenic-Ranch-Cir-Fairview-TX
Open permits discovered on a already purchased home.
obtain the CO for our house, we discovered that the previous owners had open permits on another part of the hous. The permits were also never paid for so they amount to more than $2000. It also looks like…
Miami Downtown Condos For Sale
Downtown Miami Condos Miami is the city for luxury oceanfront condos; it is also the place to own spectacular luxury downtown condos, as well. The city of Miami never sleeps-there is always entertainment,…
HOME IMPROVEMENT, ENERGY SAVINGS TAX CREDIT – EXPIRES DECEMBER 31, 2010
Tom Plant's Houston Real Estate Blog Water heating can account for 14%–25% of the energy consumed in your home. If you have been thinking of making improvements to your existing principal residence,…
Wenatchee-Leavenworth Tour of Homes Sept. 16-19
Tomorrow will start the North Central Home Builder Association's annual Tour of Homes with 8 homes throughout Leavenworth, Wenatchee and East Wenatchee.  You'll get a little bit of everything in Central…
Social Media Makes You "Real"
Have you discovered one of the hidden benefits of being on social media? Being on social media makes you real to your prospects. When a prospect reads what you write, sees your pictures and videos,…
How do I raise my FICO scores?
How do I raise my FICO scores?There are many simple things you can do without spending any money.A.   If you need to buy something, gas,food etc... use your charge card so you show some activityB.  …
reguarding yesterdays question if previous owners name is still on survey what reason could there be?a engineering co did this for them is this legal?
i wrote yesterday old house knocked down builders surveyer used previous survey but previous owners name is at top . house whited out iand new building drawn in i guess property lines the same whats the…
Tequesta Pending Home Sales Index Declines Again
Pending and contingent home sales data are very important metrics when determining how strong real estate sales will be in the months ahead. I like to carefully review this information for each of the…
Watertown Real Estate-Homes for sale in Watertown, Tenness
Watertown Real Estate-Homes for sale in Watertown, Tennessee There are currently 41 residential properties for sale in Watertown ranging from $69,500 to $1,200,000. Year to date there has been 23 closings.…
Plagiarism - what's your opinion?
As real estate pros answering questions on this web site, do you regularly provide the reference to consumers? I'm of the opinion, if all a real estate professional is "cutting and pasting" their answer,…
Sunny Isles Real Estate Is On The Rise
Jade Ocean Sunny Isles Real Estate South Florida real estate is on the rise again-there are still some great deals out there, but as the economy starts to settle, home buyers with good credit are now…
Palm Beach Gardens Pending Home Sales Index Jumps 15%
Pending and contingent home sales data are very important metrics when determining how strong real estate sales will be in the months ahead. I like to carefully review this information for each of the…
Texas state workers test drive car2go
Texas state workers test drive car2go  A smart fortwo car sits on display in downtown Austin.Scattering hundreds of blue and white cars around Central Austin is a new idea for combining personal public…
Question for BPO Fee's / Cost
Okay, so I have a number of questions but for now I will narrow it down to a few. I am attempting to venture into BPO and have somewhat of a wealth of information, I'm trying to sort it all out! Any…
I AM LOOKING FOR A SHORT SALE OR FORECLOSED HOME IN THE AREA OF BAYPINES 33708.IAM APPROVED FOR 150,000.
CAN YOU HELP ME GET A LIST OF FORECLOSED PROPERTIES IN THIS AREA. I WOULD LIKE TO FIND SOMETHING IN THE NEXT COUPLE OF MONTHS. I AM NOT SURE HOW SHORT SALE WORK EITHER. SOMETHING ABOUT 2ND BANK HOLDING…
Owning a New Home Vs Renting
Owning a home is still a smarter investment than renting. When the economy spiraled downward and home values followed—just not in Bryan-College Station —many people shied away from home ownership and…
Jupiter Contingent Home Sales Jump for the 2nd Month in a Row
Pending and contingent home sales data are very important metrics when determining how strong real estate sales will be in the months ahead. I like to carefully review this information for each of the…
Does an in-ground pool add value to a home?
In Florida an in-ground pool does add to the resale value of your home, but don't expect to get 100% return on your investment.  On average an in-ground pool can increase the value of a residential property…
Discover Juno Beach
Juno Beach is a delightful enclave in the Northern Palm Beach area.  The beach area is somewhat hidden away as public access to the beach consists of walkways between the condos.  Beach parking is limited…
Conway SC Real Estate Market Watch – Castlewood
August 23, 2010 Jill Klunk - REALTOR® - Conway Real Estate   • klunkjill@aol.com • view my blog • 843-267-5891            Below is the latest market watch for Castlewood Estates in…
WHERE DO I FIND A DEED FOR A FORECLOSED HOUSE?
HAVE COPY OF FORECLOSURE DEED. HOW TO GET COPY OF DEED SO WE CAN CLOSE? AND NO ONE IS DOING ANYTHING
Carmel Valley San Diego Market Update - The Bottom Line
The Bottom Line -For the week of September 3rd -10th.  The Carmel Valley real estate market is officially in "back to school" mode!  Predictably the activity with Carmel Valley homes for sale has dropped…
Buy a Foreclosure and Have your First 6 Months Payments Made by the Bank (Seller)
Looking for a home, and in particular are you looking for Bank Foreclosures?  Did you have any idea that you could get the Bank sellers to make your first six (6) months payments on a new home purchase? …
What Do BMW's and 40 Year Mortgages Have in Common?
A major bank indicated today that the real estate downturn will continue through 2012. The continuing news story is that even though the banks have a glut of REO properties on their balance sheets, they…
Tips to spot Foreclosure scams
Tips to help owners spot foreclosure scams WASHINGTON – Sept. 15, 2010 – Last year, the U.S. Federal Trade Commission identified 71 companies running suspicious foreclosure rescue ads. This year,…
Market Report Fort Benning area in Alabama including Phenix City, Seale and Fort Benning
Market Report Fort Benning area August 2010 This is a report of the Alabama area of Fort Benning which includes Fort Mitchell, Seale, Phenix City and Smiths. In August a total of  83 homes were sold…
Is the price negotiable? #309 is for sale for $84500 which less than the $92000 paid for it in 2006.
With the current economic downturn I would offer less for #309 were I interested. #305 has a balcony which is nice to have but I may well rent the place out myself if I take a job in another location so…
Does this house have a bathroom?
My husband & I are looking to move to the Des Moines area and liked the looks of this place as we have mini donkeys, chickens & pigeons. Was wondering about pics for the bedrooms & bathrooms. Any other…
Wealth Builder Real Estate Services Offered
Looking for a investment property?Are you upside down in your home and need to do something with it? No matter what your real estate needs may be, please give me a call. I would be glad to talk with you…
Trump Towers III Sunny Isles Florida
Trump Towers III Sunny Isles If you have ever dreamed of enjoying the finest of luxury living, then you need to tour the Trump Towers III in Sunny Isles, Florida. Trump Towers is one of the most exclusive…
Juno Beach Pending Homes Sales Jump 25%
Pending and contingent home sales data are very important metrics when determining how strong real estate sales will be in the months ahead. I like to carefully review this information for each of the…
Caruso's Green Tip of the Day!
When you go grocery shopping,  take along a canvas bag or permanent carrying bag instead of using their bags. Or, save your paper bags and take them back to the store with you to have them refilled.…
August 2010 Ann Arbor Home Sales Market Report
The average sales price for Ann Arbor home sales, 2010 Year To Date is within a scant $500 as compared to the same time period in 2009. The number of sales in August was down by 7.1% over August 2009.Here…
My Condo Board is harassing me for renting out my apartment
I own a Condo in a 5 flr,35 unit bldg in Jersey City. I bought in 2003, lived there for 3 yrs and then moved to another bldg. I wasn't getting a good price to sell, so I began renting it out in 2006.…
Unique Situation: Can my wife qualify for a $50K-100K mortgage with $250K down.
We have $250K from the sale of our last house to put down and would like to finance $50-100K on our next home. Due to the freefalling economy early last year I was laid off from my $120K/year IT consulting…
BEVERLY HILLS 90210 HOUSING UPDATE- SEPT 9, 2010
  Homes SOLD in BEVERLY HILLS 90210 in Sept as of Sept 9 700 Walden Dr., 171 Days On The Market, SOLD At $ 7,150,000, Originally Listed At $ 8,495,000 9307 Readcrest Dr., 12 Days On The Market, SOLD…
Question for mortgage professionals only
For the state of Michigan, does the USDA Rural Development Guaranteed mortgage differentiate between townhouses and condos? I've been told that condos have to be on the FHA approved list (which is…
Tips to help owners spot foreclosure scams
BBB says foreclosure rescue rip-offs among top 10 scams; Realtor Content Resource offers useful info to share with clients. Read more.
Can someone please give me some info on this rental?
The property is 2125 NE 15th Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304. It is listed on Trulia as being a new rental, but it is not in the MLS or Realtor.com. We are looking for at least a 2 bedroom rental for…
Can FHA make buyer make fixes before close?
My elderly neighbors opened 40 day escrow on a bank owned SFR in Southern California. Half way into the escrow the lender, same bank as the seller, could not qualify on a conventional loan even though…
Hobe Sound Pending Home Sale Index Drops Again
Pending and contingent home sales data are very important metrics when determining how strong real estate sales will be in the months ahead. I like to carefully review this information for each of the…
Positive Outlook for Phoenix/Scottsdale, AZ
It's refreshing to hear some of the economic news recently after all the doom and gloom of the past year.  Warren Buffet just made a bold prediction that the economy is not going into another recession,…
Get the Best Bang for Your Buck with an Oceanfront Condo at Sunny Isles Beach
Oceanfront Sunny Isles Condo Everyone would love to have Florida real estate at the beach, even if it is only used during winter months or on weekends, having a getaway place in a beautiful location…
Finger Lakes Named #1...again!
Sherman's Travel Magazine http://www.shermanstravel.com/top_tens/Lake_Vacations/Finger_Lakes has once again named the Finger Lakes, and specifically Keuka and Seneca Lakes as the #1 Lake Vacation spot…
put bid on shortsale 200k after 2 fell through w/bank accepting 250K - house empty 370 days - what do you think my chances are of acceptance? counter?
With the winter coming and the house falling through two times because the bank was taking too long (bidders found new property to buy) ... what do you think my chances are? The status of the current…
Mississippi Home Corporation (MHC) HOME funds to provide grants up to $14,999
At Hometown Lenders we are always on the lookout for ways to help our Realtor partners put more clients in homes. Today we are passing along information about the new..... HOME Loan Plus + The Mississippi…
The Allen Report
Latest weekly report for Darien, CT, released today:
How is the Hoboken market doing in terms of condo sales?
I have 2 bed/bath condo (built around 2003) with parking and a 500 sq ft patio, what do you think I could sell it for? Not selling just yet, but trying to gauge what my situation is going to be when I…
Land contract or financing for not so great credit- Muskegon area
My fiance and I are on the prowl for a land contract or home to purchase with not so great credit. We can move as of January 1st when our lease is up where we are currently residing. It would be great…
129 Sea Pines Dr St. Helena SC 29920
Beachfront Homes for Sale near Beaufort SC 129 Sea Pines Dr. St. Helena SC 29920   This is what everyone wants, a home with your own private beach. Expanded view from your Carolina room of St. Helena…
Foreclosure - buyer puts in offer with RE Agent
Bank counters offer & buyer agrees to counter with stipulations & it is forwarded to agent. Buyer then has chg of heart & wants to cancel that contract with the stipulation and just go with…
After foreclosure: How long until you can buy again?
By Les Christie, staff writer   NEW YORK (CNNMoney.com) -- Walking away from a mortgage you can still afford to pay has consequences; everyone knows that. Your credit score is shot and it can be impossible…
another email scam!
Not a easy thing to admit but another email scam involved being a mystery shopper.  This person made the 'good' for me 'bad' for them mistake of sending a phony postal money order.  The USPS is keeping…
Will the failing 9'x60' retainer wall be disclosed?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3005271824-20481-Yontz-Rd-Brooksville-FL-
Cherokee County SAT scores top in 10 metro Counties
Hooray for Cherokee County.  No longer the "sticks" with country bumpkins....Cherokee County School District just ranked first in metro Atlanta for SAT scores.  The district now has higher scores than…
My credit is not good at all.co-sign for someone and it went in my credit report. In need of a five bedroom rent to own or on little rock housing
Single mother with five kids and having to share my room with my eleven year old daughter. Looking for something in hall high or forest heights school district.
Crismark Homes for Sale in Indian Trail
Crismark Homes for Sale in Indian Trail-Crismark Homes Crismark homes for sale in Indian Trail, plus housing data and links for neighborhood real estate listings. The following report numbers are market…
Real Estate is a Long Term Investment
The market in Central Arkansas is now "normal." In 2006, it was inflated and it took little more than putting a sign in the front yard to sell a property. In 2007, the pendulum swung and the market bottomed…
Stronger markets, better banks, fewer foreclosures
Negative Media SpinThe local media is back in the habit of negative spin with the SJ Mercury News publishing a headline entitled "Silicon Valley foreclosure data: signs of stress, but some improvement". …
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