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Lowes Opens in Marine Park / Old Mill Basin
I had the pleasure of shopping at the newly opened Lowes today.  The store is big.  It has everything, although the only thing I needed were replacement floor cleaning products by Bona.  All the staff…
New 7/24 Emergency Veterinary Clinic Opens in Marine Park
Last year our little Burmese boy Fiddler suddenly got sick and panic hit us.   We already lost his mother Misha a year before.  These two beautiful sable Burmese cats were like family to us.  We had…
Brooklyn Real Estate Seller Strategies 101: Common Sense Curb Appeal
Advice for home sellers is everywhere!  Turn on the TV, radio, or computer and you’re practically bombarded with ideas on how to prepare your Brooklyn real estate to get it sold. Curb Appeal: It’s…
75 Percent of Nation’s Top Metro Areas Post Increasing Foreclosure Activity in First Half of 2010
RISMEDIA, July 30, 2010—RealtyTrac, a leading online marketplace for foreclosure properties released its Midyear 2010 Metropolitan Foreclosure Market Report, which shows 154 of the 206 U.S. metropolitan…
My wife and I have a home that she has a daycare out of an addition, we are having trouble finding a lender willing to lend for 20-30 yrs. any ideas?
The property was zoned commercial in the past. We have changed the zoning to residential with a condition use for a home ocupation. We currently have a 3 year ballon. We would like to lock something in…
Living in the Denver Suburbs: What is the Best Highlands Ranch Neighborhood?
Original Article: What is the Best Highlands Ranch Neighborhood?That is a question I am asked often by Denver relocation clients looking to move to Highlands Ranch and purchase a home. The answer. It depends. I…
Is Flipping Back in Style?
Is Flipping Back In Style? by, Carrie Benuska During hot times in the real estate market, as home prices are increasing and buyer demand is high, people have had great success in buying properties, fixing…
Denver Real Estate: HOAs - Can You Live With Them?
Original Article: Living in Denver: HOAs - Can You Live With Them?Recently I was talking to some folks about selling their home in Littleton and where they may want to move to after selling their current…
Hi everybody, I saw a house on the East side of town that I am really interested in buying. I have a 637 credit score and a Forclosure that is about
2 years old. I really don't have any debt, but I am worried that I won't be able to get financed. I am looking to buy when I come back to El Paso in January 2011
Five Smart Reasons to Buy a Home Now
Five Smart Reasons to Buy a Home NowRISMEDIA, July 30, 2010--The economy is stabilizing. Home prices are holding. It's not just as good a time as ever to buy a house. It's one of the best times ever.ForSaleByOwner.com…
164 Lakes to choose from in Oakland County, Michigan
Oakland County Michigan may someday be awarded THE true land of the lakes title. According to the State of Michigan Dept of Natural Resources and Environment, there are 164 lakes in Oakland County. For…
Palos Park Chili Cook Off & Parade
Have a favorite Chili Recipie?    You can cook up your best recipie on the Village Green on September 18th....samples will be given, votes cast and prizes awarded.  To sign up call 708-671-3760 (Palos…
How Many Lakes Are In Oakland County, Michigan ?
How many people realize just how many lakes there are in Oakland County Michigan?   According to the State of Michigan Dept of Natural Resources and Environment, there are 164 lakes in Oakland County.…
Express your opinion on whether or not real estate designations make an agent more appealing to the customer.
Are designations worth the effort? Do buyers, sellers, and even real estate professionals have any idea what designations attached to individual credentials such as ACL, CIPS, CPM, GRI, CRS, etc. actually…
July Closings - and where has Jen been?
I simply cannot believe that it is the LAST Friday in July already!  The summer is half over – wow.  But, let’s not pine over the lost days of summer just yet!  While this may not be the busiest…
Home by Design
Please take a look at this weeks Home By Design Article. Escape to Door Country. Enjoy Nick & Cindy Davis
Home by Design
Please take a look at this weeks Home By Design Article. Escape to Door Country. Enjoy Nick & Cindy Davis
Will Palo Alto Have a Rash of Closed Short Sales?
Last year I predicted that Palo Alto will see more short sales in the future. Well, the future is now so what is happening?  There are currently 2  short sales on the market,  5 in escrow,  and 6 closed…
what is the acreage on this property, what are the taxes and what is the water situation. what does it mean that water rights are in federal court?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1079279293--Black-Arrow-Ranch-Fence-Lake-NM-87315
Communication Is Key When Buying or Selling Real Estate
I'm going to share an anecdote here that I believe illustrates precisely what a broker should and shouldn't do when working with a buyer and/or seller of residential real estate.  First the players:Broker:…
Bank Owned Homes - Free Lists - Are They Accurate?
Should you sign up for Bank Owned Home Lists?   Keep in mind that they are only free for a short period and then you must pay to subscribe to them.  I get this question almost every day.  Why are…
do you rent this apart 3 months?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1029589200-5555-Collins-Ave-Miami-Beach-FL-33140
Keller Williams, Ranks #1 in "Highest Overall Satisfaction" (Again)
Keller Williams Realty takes it again: "Highest in Overall Satisfaction for Home Buyers Among National Full Service Real Estate Firms"... THREE years in a row!Thanks, JD Power and Associates!  Thinking…
Baltimore MD Real Estate Sales – Tina Hyatt, Owner/Realtor of Exit Results Realty
My name is Tina Hyatt and I specialize in helping agents market and position themselves to sell real estate in the Baltimore Metropolitan area including Catonsville, Elkridge, Ellicott City, Columbia,…
"Where are people buying homes in Snohomish County?"
While checking the source of traffic to my website, I noticed some people googled this search phrase: “Where are people buying homes in Snohomish County”. Well, that sounded interesting, so I decited…
what is the telephone number of the owner?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/foreclosure/3021507330--Soaring-Seagull-Ln-Moreno-Valley-CA-92551
Why Do Banks Prefer Short Sale?
Banks as an institution are in the business of making money. They make money for you but mostly they are in the business for making a profit for themselves. Recovering losses With the slump in the market…
Top Real Estate Office in Leesburg
Ever wonder who the top brokerages are in your area?  How can you, as a comsumer, really know?  Well... each month, our office pays for independently prepared reports that rank brokerage offices based…
St Augustine is Ripe
Flagler College Students and Investors If you are looking for Housing in St Augustine for the 2010-2011 school year the pickins are right for investing in afforable Single family homes and town homes. …
Just Reduced - Bridgewater - 3 Bedroom Ranch - now $269,000!
This affordable Ranch home just got more affordable - price reduced today from $285,000 to $269,000.  Contact me directly for more information and/or a prompt appointment - 908-337-0943 or email: j…
Paying Cash ($30,000) for a property, what would the extra costs be at closing? A Penna. property?
Sales tax, title insurance, transfer tax, recording deed & lawyer fees, anything else we should know about?
Keller Williams Realty--Highest Overall Satisfaction for Home Buyers Three Years in a Row!
You just gotta love Keller Williams Realty. . . For more information and to read our press release please log onto:http://www.kw.com/kw/pressrelease.html?pressReleaseId=121.It's a great feeling to be part…
Simply Dressed For Success
A simple organized homes is easy to remember. Chaos or something out of place interferes with remembering your home. Create a nice flow from room to room .Stand at the entrance of each room and think of…
Just Listed: 161 N Lafayette St Mountain House, Ca
Now Available in Mountain House, CA! 161 N Lafayette Street $292,450 For Additional Photo's CLICK HERE! Bedrooms: 4Baths: 2.5Square Feet: 2,220Lot Size: 0.07 AcreGarage: 2 CarStyle: 2 Story All Buyers…
JANICE BOKOR COLDWELL BANKER PRO ATHLETE/CORPORATE RELOCATION SPECIALIST PENNSYLVANIA & NEW JERSEY REAL ESTATE FOR SALE/RENT
THINK LIFESTYLE, THINK JANICE BOKOR AT COLDWELL BANKER HEARTHSIDE,FEATURING THE FINEST PA & NJ HISTORIC STONE FARMHOUSES,EQUESTRIAN PROPERTIES AND LUXURY ESTATE HOMES TO STARTER HOMES, COTTAGES, TOWNHOUSES…
do you have any more pictures? perferably the inside and the back yard of this home
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3000727559-9616-Bella-Vista-Dr-Morongo-Valley-CA-92256
Portola Hills Housing Rehabilitation Loan Program
Looking To Spruce Up Or Repair Your Portola Hills Home? If you own a home in Portola Hills California you may be eligible for the City's Housing Rehabilitation Loan Program.  This loan program offers…
WHY NOTICE OF DEFAULTS SHOULDN'T BE IGNORED!
By: Janet Campbell (President/Broker at Blackstone Financial Group) July 29, 2010   Homeowners We currently live in an economic time where unemployment is at an all time high and going in default on your…
Lake Forest Housing Rehabilitation Loan Program
Looking To Spruce Up Or Repair Your Lake Forest California Home? If you own a home in Lake Forest you may be eligible for the City's Housing Rehabilitation Loan Program.  This loan program offers zero-interest…
Foothill Ranch - Housing Rehabilitation Loan Program
Looking To Spruce Up Or Repair Foothill Ranch California Home? If you own a home in Foothill Ranch California you may be eligible for the City's Housing Rehabilitation Loan Program.  This loan program…
JANICE BOKOR COLDWELL BANKER PRO ATHLETE RELOCATION SPECIALIST SUBURBAN PA & NJ/CENTER CITY PA HOMES FOR SALE/RENT
THINK LIFESTYLE, THINK JANICE BOKOR AT COLDWELL BANKER HEARTHSIDE,FEATURING THE FINEST PA & NJ HISTORIC STONE FARMHOUSES,EQUESTRIAN PROPERTIES AND LUXURY ESTATE HOMES TO STARTER HOMES, COTTAGES, TOWNHOUSES…
The Threat of "Sidelined" Home Sellers
By Nick Timiraos - WSJ How many homeowners have been sitting on the sidelines during the housing downturn, waiting for massive price plunges to pass? The prospect of home-price stabilization is raising…
Local Real Estate Agent Helps Rescue Dog Trapped In Hot Car!
Last week, while working in my Keller Williams Real Estate office located at 4439 East Village Road in Long Beach, I heard a dog barking frantically ... when I went to investigate ... I saw a pick up truck…
Edison NJ Open Houses Sunday August 01, 2010
   Edison NJ Open Houses Sunday August 01, 2010 Please find below a list of open houses in Edison NJ for Sunday August 01, 2010. Those are public Edison open houses. Open houses are a good way to…
My husband and I are interested in viewing this house tomorrow 7/31/10. Will there be an agent available? Is this house vacant?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1094313223-8401-S-Us-Highway-183-Briggs-TX-78608
JANICE BOKOR COLDWELL BANKER PRO ATHLETE RELOCATION SPECIALIST SUBURBAN PA & NJ/CENTER CITY PA HOMES FOR SALE/RENT
THINK LIFESTYLE, THINK JANICE BOKOR AT COLDWELL BANKER HEARTHSIDE,FEATURING THE FINEST PA & NJ HISTORIC STONE FARMHOUSES,EQUESTRIAN PROPERTIES AND LUXURY ESTATE HOMES TO STARTER HOMES, COTTAGES, TOWNHOUSES…
Is it normal practice for an agent seling a short sale to not accept an offer at list price?
We recently placed an offer on a short sale at list price. After just one day the selling agent notified our buyer agent that they accepted another offer, but refused to disclose or make a counter offer.…
A great selection of Broward homes and Real Estate For Sale
www.BrowardHomes954.com/ A great selection of Broward homes and Real Estate including Broward condos and Broward homes for sale! Whether you are a Broward FL first time buyer or a real estate investor,…
I did a short sale. When can I buy a house again?
Basically, I know that I am supposed to wait 2 years in California, but what if I have a cosigner?
Open House Sunday August 1/1-3 Entertainers Dream House in Reston
Open House Sunday August 1, 1-3 PM11687 BENNINGTON WOODS RD, RESTON, VA 20194Beautiful 4 bdrm,3.5 baths  home with gorgeous light filled Sunroom.  Fished lower level with large rec room.  Full bath…
Fantastic Interest Rates Continue to Hold
Amazingly low interest rates continue to hold. The 30-year fixed mortgage rate fell to a new low of 4.54 percent this week from 4.56 percent last week and an average of 5.25 percent a year ago. The…
JANICE BOKOR COLDWELL BANKER PRO ATHLETE RELOCATION SPECIALIST, SURBURBAN PHILADELPHIA & CENTER CITY HOMES FOR SALE/RENT
THINK LIFESTYLE, THINK JANICE BOKOR AT COLDWELL BANKER HEARTHSIDE,FEATURING THE FINEST PA & NJ HISTORIC STONE FARMHOUSES,EQUESTRIAN PROPERTIES AND LUXURY ESTATE HOMES TO STARTER HOMES, COTTAGES, TOWNHOUSES…
Sacramento Quarterly Market Recap
Homebuyers Seeking Tax Credit, Equity Sellers Fuel Quarterly Increase in Sales, Prices  Homebuyers scurrying to meet the April 30 deadline to qualify for a federal tax incentive and a rising percentage…
Don't learn first hand about the value of video/photo inventory of home
I know that REALTORS(r) have been advising their clients for years to either video or take photos of their belongings to make a record of the things they own.  I also know that most of you probably have…
Broward Homes For Sale :: Broward MLS :: Broward Florida MLS Listings
BrowardHomes954.com = Search Every Broward County Home For Sale on the MLS. Home/Search Buyers Sell A Home Broward Map Home Buyer Articals Contact Us www.BrowardHomes954.com   Search Every Broward…
Broward MLS :: Broward Homes For Sale
Search the Broward County MLS at  http://www.browardhomes954.com/  Search Every Broward County Home For Sale on the MLS.  Coconut Creek Homes » Cooper City Homes » Coral Springs Homes »  Dania…
California Home Prices Are Up 13.6 Percent
The statewide median price of an existing single-family home increased 13.6 percent in June to $311,950 compared with June 2009. "Buyers who were able to close escrow in May, 2101, to take advantage…
Staying Afloat on Lake Union
I would love to perform every home inspection on a houseboat.  Why?...Going to work everyday on the Lake would not be such a bad thing!  Want to own a unique piece of real estate?  Now may be the time…
Open Sunday, 2-5pm, New Tuscan Home, Designer Finishes
We would love the see you at our Open House, this Sunday, 8-1-2010.  From 2-5pm.  This is one of the few Open Houses so, don't miss it.  Priced to sell, thoughtful superb details, from wine tasting…
California Foreclosure Report
We can't call it a recovery yet, but according to the California Association of Realtors, foreclosure filings, auctions, are down 5 percent!  There more to come on the new release of short sales that…
Do Video Listings Really Make a Difference? Uhhh, YEA!
First of all, we all know that 85% of real estate searches begin on the internet. Couple that lil tid bit with the fact that both buyers and seller are sick of wasting time with either buyers who are…
Must Read: What Assets Are Protected In A HAFA Short Sale...
We are providing this information from the HAFA, Home Affordable Foreclosure Alternatives program.  The program take full effect August 1, 2010.  The assets that are considered protected are retirement…
Home Buyers Who Celebrate Too Early the Purchase of a Home, Might Not Have One When Sober
Getting a home loan today is getting harder and harder, and home buyers who are unprepared could find themselves homeless if they misbehave while applying for a loan. Lending institutions now check,…
If it is still available,I would like to view the property located at 409 Greener in Leander tx. Please call Bridget Stimpson at 440 463 9644.Thanks!
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1090154382-409-Greener-Dr-Leander-TX-78641
FLORIDIANS VOTE NO ON AMENDMENT 4
If Amendment 4 passes, cities and counties will be required to hold elections for each proposed comprehensive plan change.  If Amendment 4 has been law in 2006, the residents of Carrabelle, a small Franklin…
HUD Continues Fight Against Housing Discrimination
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has a announced a new policy that could help lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people receive more assistance if they are victims…
any rentals available?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/North_Carolina/Archdale/sold/1333109-816-Westbrook-Ct-Archdale-NC-27263
Lost Happening in OC in August
Lots happening in OC in August   Ringling Bros and Barnum & Baily circus will be at the Honda Center in Anaheim from July 28th thru August 8th. Always a fun time for children and adults alike. 130…
"Zero Down" Mortage Program Makes Comeback?
From: The Wall Street Journal BlogsBy Dawn Wotapka Coke Whitworth/Aurora Select for The Wall Street Journal Erick Moore used a no-money-down USDA-backed loan to buy this four-bedroom house outside Raleigh,…
Property Inspections
Property inspection gives you kind of an idea of the condition of a property you are purchasing.  I suggest that every buyer get an inspection completed by a licensed professional.  They will look at…
4 Tips to Reduce Your Closing Costs and Fees
Home mortgage rates are currently near historic lows and have remained at these low levels for several months. As a result, many people are eager to refinance their current mortgage loan to lock in a…
How much land is listed? What is the elevation and asking price?What utilities are included ,water,gas electric,sewer? Thanks, Jackie Roberts
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1054246328-Lot-22-Two-Dogs-Trl-Durango-CO-81301
Port Richmond or West Oak Lane?
My husband and I are torn between two possible homes: a two bedroom/1.5 bath with street parking, small basement, and backyard in Port Richmond, and a three bedroom/1.5 bath with a big basement, garage,…
Is The address of Wood Park Primary School 15 or 115 New Hwy?
I am a GIS Tech I in the Town of Smithtown Engineering Department. 15 New Hwy would be in a LIPA Parcel.
Brad comments today on the melting pot of diversity that is Las Vegas, Nevada.
"Las Vegas" means "the meadows" in Spanish. "Nevada" means "snow-covered". Even the names imply diversity.   Many people do not know that as long ago as 1880, 8.6% of Las Vegas' population was Chinese.   Immigration…
Home Loans in Brooklyn,NY
Next to shopping for the home in  itself, shopping for the home loan can be just as cumbersome. For such a large amount of money, you want to make sure you are getting the best deal possible.Loan Elements…
It's a Great Time for Housing Deals
Paying off an underwater mortgage and buying a better home could be the best tactic in this troubled market."If you are trading up, what better time than when interest rates are at record lows and the…
Do you still have this home available for sale? We would like to see it. Can you give me a more detailed address of the location?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3011663733--Fm-493-Figueroa-St-Donna-TX-78537
what is my land worth in white hills?
golden horseshoe,unit 6 lot 101
Choosing the Right Water Heater
When ranking household appliances that consume the most energy, no one is surprised to see heating and air conditioning units at the top of the list. On the other hand, many people are surprised to learn…
Culver City Single Family Residence Market - 2006 vs. 2009
I just posted another blog about the condo market in Culver City (see http://www.trulia.com/blog/greg_masi/2010/07/culver_city_condo_market_-_2006_vs_2009) and I became equally curious to run the numbers…
Denver Parade of Homes - Denver, Colorado
Denver Parade Of Homes - Denver, Colorado      The Annual Denver Parade of Homes will be held in Denver, Colorado from August 14th through Labor Day. This year there will be over 58 homes will be…
Why would a seller counter a lower offer over a slightly better one?
I'm relatively new to being an agent, and yesterday we submitted an offer on a house that was above asking price. We knew they already had an open offer on the house at asking price, so we submitted…
Avoiding Loan Modification Scams
In the serious economic downturn, which has hit the housing market especially hard, there is more and more opportunity for the less scrupulous to prey upon the vulnerable. It's not difficult to imagine…
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