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Jumbo rates
I have some great Jumbo rates....
is this property still available ? Or has it already been purchased on auction?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/foreclosure/3069962183--Edgewater-Ln-Helendale-CA-92342
Relocating from Florida to Charlotte. Where is the best area to buy if you will work in downtown. Thanks
I would like no more than 200, 000 home. Dog friendly. Church close by.. Small town flavor.
do any of the prerties on Trulia's accept section 8 housing choice vouchers?
i am porting from washington dc to pensacola florida and would like to know if there is anyone that would be willing to accept my section 8 voucher
Does this property allow dogs?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/rental/3064456462-7314-W-114th-Pl-Worth-IL-60482
First Home Search Experience
Well, we had our first home visits today. We managed to knock out 5 houses in 2 hours, and make it back to pick the little guy up from school in time :) What I've learned... Pictures and drive-by's don't…
Is this house 1400 Square feet? Any other information or images available?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3058305967--Atlee-Rd-Mechanicsville-VA-23111
What Can I Afford?
There is a rule of thumb that says that if you have the capacity to repay the mortgage, you can afford a single-family house that costs up to two and one-half times your annual gross income. (Annual gross…
How do you make your customers FEEL ?
How do you make your customer feel? The answer to that question can determine your success or failure in sales.   Last weekend I spend the weekend in a Time Share in southern California and we had the…
can I buy a home for 1,000?
I am still a little confused because the listings I am finding are on forclosure sites I still am inclined to believe it is an opening bid Howevere they list houses for 5,000 also but the spesific information…
Can I still buy a house that is in pending state?
The house that I want is in a pending state. Could I still get it?
Free Money - First Time Home Buyers
Buyers often ask me if there's any "free money" out there to help them buy a home. The answer is "it depends" but down payment assistance does exist out there for many buyers. All of these programs have…
were do i go to pay my property taxes
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/California/Squaw_Valley/sold/973057-51301-Geranium-Ln-Squaw-Valley-CA-93675
Envisioning Green Neighborhoods
It is easy to envision green neighborhoods, because they reflect and improve on the best of America’s historical neighborhoods. The future of neighborhoodsThis is Smart Growth (1) envisions the future…
Price Reductions for Great Monmouth County Homes...
Price Reductions for Great Monmouth County Homes... PRICE REDUCTION!! WELCOME HOME TO THIS ADORABLE CAPE ON THE DRY SIDE OF TOWN!!    15 LIBERTY PLACE, HAZLETOriginal Listing Price: $230,000 Current…
San Francisco Bay Area Real Estate as of April, 16 2012
San Francisco Total Listings in MLS  1072Single family 328Condos/TIC 3882-4 units 1275 units 30Last 24 hours Market WatchNew Listings 19Single family 7Condos/TIC 72-4 units 25+ units 1Rest (lots&business)…
Economic Benefits of Green Neighborhoods
Affordability, local prosperity, investment opportunity and, lower costsAffordable features: These neighborhoods contain a wider range of home types, sizes and prices, so some are relatively affordable.…
Banks, you need to study history. A new day is coming . . .
Banks, you need to study history. A new day is coming . . . A simple understanding of history can prepare you for events and happens because history truly does repeat itself.  It may not be on the exact…
Virginia-Highland Summerfest!
Celebrate the start of summer at one of Atlanta's favorite Intown festivals, Summerfest! June 2-3, 2012, the quaint neighborhood of Virginia-Highland will have art, music, food, a 5K run, and kids activities.…
Need Commercial Property in Studio City by Universal . Preferably on Ventura Blvd. around 5,000SQF - anything available for sale in the area?
I have a buyer - Need a commercial office building with reasonable parking and good location. around 5,00 SQF in 90068 Please call me or reply to this post. Thank you!
Is House still available? 1131 Key Avenue, San Francisco CA 94124 you can contact me at 415-724-5962
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3079631586-1131-Key-Ave-San-Francisco-CA-94124
can you please advise of HOA and if on leased land. Thank you
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3081039162-6662-Sun-Dr-Huntington-Beach-CA-92647?ecampaign=con_day_propertycomp_bk&eurl=www.trulia.com/property/3081039162-6662-…
is this property on leased land?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3079629378-19112-Oceanport-Ln-2-Huntington-Beach-CA-92648
New Price: Falling Waters Townhouse for Sale at 2814 Falling Waters, Lindenhurst
New Price: Falling Waters Townhouse for Sale at 2814 Falling Waters, Lindenhurst2814 Falling Waters, Lindenhurst IL 60046Click here for more details on 2814 Falling Waters, Lindenhurst IL 60046.Click…
8 Remedies for Real Estate Remorse
With a transaction as large in dollar amount and life-changing impact as the purchase or sale of a home, experiencing some level of remorse - second-guessing your decision, or even wishing you hadn’t…
Finding Lawyer To Set-Up DUI Defense
In case you look for the three points suggested in this post, you happen to be certainly going to locate an attorney that will present an superior drunk driving defense. An experienced DUI attorney will…
Hi - can I still get a better price on an REO?
There's an REO listed in my price range - however, I would still like to negotiate a little. I understand an REO is owned by the bank and they need to recoup their losses however I was wondering if banks…
How is HOA determined?
How does a property's HOA monthly fee determined? Are there general guide lines? For example, is the HOA for a condo always more expensive than a SFH? gated neighborhood Vs. Not gated? etc.
are any of the homes in the Riverwalk Circle in Foreclosure?
or any properties neaby in the Congaree park area in foreclosure?
Investor group - cash/minimal financing purchases: What areas in Las Vegas should we focus on?
I'm currently working with investors from overseas and have had some success on the east coast the past few years. After making a move to the west coast, I thought it'd be prudent to dip my…
Buying rental homes near Nellis AFB
I am looking to buy 7-10 properties over the next 1.5 years. Buying one at a time. BUY it - RENT it - BUY another. I would like to rent to Air force for reliability etc. I live in CA and thinking about…
investing purpose
i am california resident and i am think of purchasing a home in NV with paying high down payment that will make my mortgage lower, and rent it out for investing purpose. is there any feedback for what…
Trulia Staff Please review your Truoogalia estimate for 3414 roberts rd 37416
Please review your info/estimate.Incorrect photo's,info,estimate etc.Errored. $220k off. Thank you.Home owner.
Home Sales in Aliso Viejo, CA Week of 4/9/2012
With only 118 Active listings in Aliso Viejo, we could be headed for a summer with a shortage of inventory, some buyers are already feeling this pinch. This past week saw distressed sales topping standard…
Home Sales in Aliso Viejo, CA Week of 4/9/2012
With only 118 Active listings in Aliso Viejo, we could be headed for a summer with a shortage of inventory, some buyers are already feeling this pinch. This past week saw distressed sales topping standard…
April Real Estate Update for the Okanogan Valley
OKANOGAN VALLEY MARKET REPORT Sales are up and things are getting busy!  There were 16 residential sales in March, up from 11 in February.  The average selling price was $126,847, with an average…
Eleven AGs urge FNMA and Freddie Mac to do Principal Reduction
Ryan Schuette from DSNEWS.com reported today that eleven state attorneys general sent a letter to Edward DeMarco, Acting Director of the FHFA, urging him to allow Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to move forward…
Stanislaus County Home Sales for March 2012 -CERES Ca -
Stanislaus County Home Sales for March 2012 -CERES Ca -  The sales figures for Ceres Ca for March 2012 are in.  The totals below are for single family homes sold in Ceres. Total Sales - 36  (57 Homes…
Anyone know a private investor willing to do a real estate loan for 25-30,000 in Springfield MO?
I want to buy an REO home and fix it up for my growing family. I have a 5% down payment and more to put into the home. I can easily make the payments, even with a high interest rate. I have been renting…
6 Things That Turn Home Buyers Off (and What Sellers Can Do To Prevent It)!
We've talked about surprising home features buyers LOVE, and about why buyers aren't biting on today's market, despite it being highly affordable.  But we haven't talked much about the characteristics…
California Mortgage Rate Update: 04/16/12
California Mortgage Rate Update for the Week of 04/16/12:  After a very good week for mortgage rates last week, we started the new week on the same foot and many lenders had a very attractively priced…
Can I Buy A Home With Bad Credit?
For those individuals with past credit problems who truly want get those skeletons out of the closet and move forward, I want to offer you hope. I too was one of those people who was plagued with credit…
Is this property available immediately for short-term lease. I will only be in Prescott for 2 months working at the hospital.
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/rental/3008156536-6152-Antelope-Villas-Cir-227-Prescott-AZ-86305
We want to buy a home in No. Las Vegas 89032, for around 160K. we have10 to 12k saved for the down pmt. can we get financed?
i own a home(making payments) in Palm Springs, Ca and we are moving to Las Vegas, Nv. We will rent the present hose out as the market is bad there and in 1 year there is a Jr college being built so the…
Can you tell me more about this house? Any more pictures?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3081764084-6308-Baylor-Dr-Wilmington-NC-28412?ecampaign=con_day_propertycomp_bk&eurl=www.trulia.com/property/3081764084-6308-Bay…
2 agents or 1 agent for sell and buy in different area
I'll sell house in San Jose and buy house in Sam Ramon. What is the better choice? 1 agents in either area for both buy and sell? Or 2 agents for each buy and sell?
Buyers Beware...of Turning Off Sellers
Every savvy seller wants to know what turns buyers off, so they can get their homes sold as quickly as possible, for as much as possible.  Buyers should also note; there is a minefield of seller turn-offs…
Roosevelt Park Homes For Sale - 4 Bedroom 2479 Sqft in Avondale
Roosevelt Park Homes For Sale. NOT A SHORT SALE OR BANK OWNED. MOVE IN READY! SPACIOUS 4 BED 2.5 BATH HOME. CLOSE TO I-10 AND 101 FREEWAY GREAT FOR COMMUTING AND ACCESS TO GREAT SHOPPING AND DINING. LARGE…
What the dimensions of the bedrooms and how many rooms are in this house total?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3080969872-16-Clark-Ln-Readington-NJ-08889
Home Improvements that Aren’t Worth Your Money
There are some home improvements that aren’t worth your money.  These days you will find that upkeep is more common that upgrades.  And, unless you stay within a practical range for home projects you…
Reverse Mortgages 101
Did you ever wonder what a Reverse Mortgage is and who benefits from it?  Let me explain....A reverse mortgage works best for older people who have a lot of equity in their homes or it is paid off.  It…
What is the HomePath loan?
 HomePath is a loan program offered by Fannie Mae. It allows a borrower to purchase a Fannie Mae owned property with a low down payment.Benefits to You, the Borrower•Low down payment and flexible mortgage…
TO ALL BABY BOOMERS!!!
To all Baby boomers who are thinking of moving to Florida for their retirement!This is an incredible time to buy in Orlando and around Disneyworld. There will never be such a time again!Prices are beginning…
i am currently looking at homes in clinton tenn. to purchase.my purchase depends entirely on sale of current home in n.j.. what if my home does not?
sale quickly? want to purchase home entirely w/o payments. i am on permanent disability and would not be able to make any kind of payments other than sale of my current home.
Has anyone found a good Craigslist-style site in Spanish?
Something that has high posting volume would be important.
2BR/2.5 Bath @ Fusion Sunnyvale
My wife and I are interested in buying our first home and came across Fusion Sunnyvale. The 2BR 2.5 Bath floorplan seems within our budget (~ $460K...10% down and a loan for the remaining amount). We plan…
Is this property still available, if so what is the HAO fee?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3035757307-251-SW-97th-Ter-Pembroke-Pines-FL-33025
Head of IMF Calls for Principal Reductions for American Homeowners
By: Carrie Bay The head of one of the world’s most powerful financial policy bodies has tossed her hat into the debate over mortgage principal reductions. Christine Lagarde, managing director of the…
Ahwatukee Bank Owned Homes - 2 Bedroom 1084 Sqft in Phoenix
Ahwatukee Bank Owned Homes. This Home has been well manicured and cleaned inside & out. Easy-care aluminum siding, newer roof & AC, beautiful desert landscape. Upgraded garage door with opener…
i would like to see this property
my phone nember is 203-503-4692 -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/foreclosure/3078808835--Middletown-Ave-30-New-Haven-CT-06513
Is it code to feed a out let on one set of screws and come off the other set of screws to feed the next.?
I was told that you need to pig tail the romex and feed the out let with the pig tail and so on.
When Buying a condo in South Florida, who pays for "Special Assestments"?
"special Assestment" are extraordinay fees in additional to your monthly "Maintenance or Association fees" Ussualy for Short term in order to repair and fix older buildings
Hello buyers & sellers out there! Here is your quiz for the day: What does R.E.O. stand for and what does it mean?
I thought this a pertinent topic due to the number of foreclosures and short sales on the market today. Educate yourself and let me help!
The truth abut lying
http://rismedia.com/2012-04-15/body-language-the-truth-about-lying/
Scottsdale Bank Owned Homes - Bank Owned Homes in Scottsdale - 1 Bedroom 990 Sqft in Scottsdale
Scottsdale Bank Owned Homes - Bank Owned Homes in Scottsdale. Nice 1 bedroom 1 bath condo in perfect location, near Old Town Scottsdale. Old town offers ample shopping, restaurants, art galleries and entertainment…
30 yr fixed falls to 3.88%
Down to 3.88% from 3.98% this week.  That's close to the all time low.  The 15 yr fixed is sitting at 3.11% after beating out 3.13% from last month.  Time to buy~  Click the link below for the full…
The #1 Mistake First Time Home Buyers Make
It happens every day to Realtors yet I’m always surprised when it does. Just yesterday, an eager young buyer found my website and began to request information on 8-10 properties. When I spoke with her…
I've had an inspection, and I have to decide which problems I should ask the seller to pay for. What is typical?
In addition to one major safety issue that I am planning to ask for repair, there is also safety risk issue with furnace CO2 getting into the air ducts, and a plumbing backwash risk. Also, There are…
Educate your anxious investors
Very relevant to my last post.  New stats state that 95% of all REOs on the market are in need of rehab in one way or another.  If you know someone with lots of liquid capital and they are looking to…
Wells Fargo beats earnings expectations... Making money on Mortgages!!
Wells Fargo beats earnings expectationsBy Christina RexrodeAssociated Press Published: Friday, April 13 2012 8:30 a.m. MDT FILE - This Jan. 12, 2012 file photo shows the logo at a Wells Fargo…
Peoria rentals - wondering
I am real-estate investor - Is Peoria rental market slow now? I have a property that is vacant for a few weeks and I am wondering if property managers here can provide insights. I do have a property manager…
HOW IS THE CAMPBELL 95008 REAL ESTATE MARKET, MARCH 2012
This is Thomas Feng with Bay Area Connect presenting you this weeks Market Report for Campbell CA 95008.In this market report we will be looking over the monthly statistics for March of 2012.These…
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