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Home Buyer Tax Credit Extended!
With so many delays with escrow closings, they extended the home buyer tax credit for those especially with short sales in escrow... Please click on link for full article.http://www.realtor.org/RMODai…
Programs Extended - Market update - Basking Ridge
On Friday, July 2, President Obama signed two important pieces of legislation into law to help homebuyers. The first one extends the closing deadline for the homebuyer tax credit until September 30, 2010,…
When buying on Bank owned condo, how can you find out about HOA details like parking before submit offer?
I'm anxious to put in an offer on a condo with 1 space listed. However we have 2 cars. How can I find out about the availability of other parking on a bank owned? Nobody seems to know anything - Help!…
would you accept $95,000.00 for this property or would you consider renting it out.
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Home Sale & Price Stats 2010 1st Six months: Issaquah, Sammamish, Snoqualmie, Bellevue
Issaquah:For the first six months of 2010 average home prices in Issaquah have continued to fall, while the amount of inventory has increased.Some good news: The coloration between falling home prices…
Ypsilanti Real Estate - Rivergrove Village Condos
  Rivergrove Village Condos Just minutes from Ypsilanti and Ann Arbor, this beautifully maintained community offers attractive ranch and townhome condominiums. Conveniently located near the Detroit…
San Diego Home Prices Up For 12 Straight Months
According to last Wednesdays  San Diego Union Tribune coverage in the Business section, only San Francisco's market rose more. This is in keeping with history of price points over the years. San Francisco…
Wordpress to Trulia Auto Post widget???
I find that re-posting a blog on trulia from wordpress is problematic, slow, and the form crashes often. It seems like an unnecessary extra step especially since you can auto post to facebook and twitter.…
Life is....
Day (31)There is this famous quote that I am starting to live my life by."life is not just about surviving the storm. ... It's about learning to dance in the rain."Our Branch Manager said that to us at…
I will be in Phoenix from 8/7-8/10, want to explore with the idea of relocation by 6/30/11. What is the best way to tour the area?
I'm 56, would be just for myself, plan to work another 5-10 years. Would like something all on one level. The metro area is so spread out, what can I realistically cover in three days?
TIPS to Sell Your Home!
Before Selling Your Home, Check Out These 5 Steps!! Obama Mortgage ReliefLoan Modification and Mortgage Relief Programs for Homeowners!www.HomeLoanModifications.net Before you start making repairs, before…
Today more than ever, you should build in the Poconos. www.poconoluxury.com
Today more and more people and news agencies are screaming that this is a Buyer’s market, and they are right….to an extent.  What does “buyer’s market” really mean?  If you are like most people…
Short Sale Advice in Syracuse, NY area
My husband & I are interested in making a offer on a short sale in the Syracuse area. Can anyone recommend an attorney that has experience bringing a short sale to closure? Thank you
SB 1070 in Arizona….Who is who?
Ok, I am a REALTOR in AZ, driving (showing houses) to all types of customers and going as close as 50 mills from the Mexican border. What will happen if I get stop by the police and someone in my car is…
Before buying that condo, did you stop and ask if it is FHA approved?
You're about to buy a condo, but is the building FHA approved? In many parts of the country, just as here in the Washington, D.C. area there are thousands of condos for sale.  It is a fantastic away of…
Ivy Green, Irmo SC Neighborhood Homes for Sale
 Ivy Green, Irmo SC Neighborhood Homes for Sale about 6 miles from I26, 4 miles to I20 The Ivy Green Neighborhood is located only ca 5 minutes from The Columbiana Centre,  a large shopping mall on…
Current legislation regarding flood insurance
The authorization for NFIP expired at the end of May as Congress failed to renew the program.  While current NFIP policies are still serviced, NFIP cannot issue new policies nor can it renew existing…
Sedona VLOG # 3 - Short Sales discussed from the base of Cathedral Rock
My third VLOG and this one covers short sales, the outdoor life in Sedona and was filmed at one of the most photographed locations in the state Cathedral Rock.  If you have questions about short sales…
^^^^Take the Landlord off the Payroll^^^^
Cozy well maintained home w/character. Gorgeous wood floors on main level & upstairs. Beautiful maintenance free stone exterior. Partially finished w/o basement w/2nd kitchen & 3/4 bath. Enjoy…
Night Harbor Subdivision - Chapin, SC Homes for Sale
Night Harbor Subdivision - Chapin, SC Homes for Sale Chapin, the Capital of Lake Murray is the nearest place to shop, gas up your car, have lunch or dinner or browse the antique and gift shops. To visit…
Paradise Cove Chapin, SC Real Estate for Sale
Paradise Cove Chapin, SC Real Estate for Sale Paradise Cove is located near the banks of Lake Murray. With its intimate and tranquil atmosphare it sure personifies the Mediterranean lifestyle. This neighborhood…
Short sales not immune to debt collectors
Even if owners complete short sale of home, they could face a lender's lawsuit for not paying off the entire loan. Read more.
You need to be detailed
There are a lot of questions regarding the competitiveness of mortgage rates and offers people are receiving. And if you are not sure you are getting a good deal, you need to know what details to provide…
Saluda Shores Subdivision - Homes for Sale in Leesville, SC
Saluda Shores Subdivision - Homes for Sale in Leesville, SC Saluda Shores Neighborhood offers affordable lake access to Lake Murray. Attractions near Saluda Shores Subdivision in Leesville, SC: Our beautiful…
Trinity Florida Real Estate Sales by Lana Robbins
Trinity Florida Real Estate Sales Have Increased From May 2009 to May 2010 In Trinity Florida sales for single-family homes have increased 3.5% from May 2009 to May 2010: Trinity Florida Real Estate Trinity…
Life in Suburbia Gains Credibility :: Highlands Ranch Colorado :: Real Estate News
Life in Suburbia Gains Credibility :: Highlands Ranch Colorado :: Real Estate News Life in suburbia is beginning to get some respect. Hofstra University on Long Island, home to Levittown, the original…
New MLO- Mortgage Loan Originator- is Good
  Now that things are clearing up a bit I am seeing that the MLO - Mortgage Loan Originator - requirements are good. I am in California and have had a mortgage company for 21 years but have always been…
History Behind Harold Bell Wright Estates
Harold Bell Wright Estates located in Tucson, Arizona The Harold Bell Wright Estates, located near Speedway Boulevard and Wilmot Road in Tucson, is steeped in local history.  But who was Harold Bell…
What are my options for purchasing a home with my neighbor's detached garage encroaching my property?
I have recently entered into a contract to purchase a home in Denver. During the course of due diligence, it was determined that there is a 6” (for 18 feet) encroachment of my neighbor’s detached…
Free Concert - Highlands Ranch Colorado - Community News
Free Concert - Highlands Ranch Colorado - Community News Date:  Wednesday - July, 7. 2010 Time:  6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Where:  Town Center North Wednesday the spotlight is going to shine on the Mangy…
One Hundred Years!
This year, Sarasota recognizes the arrival of Bertha Palmer in Sarasota. During the spring of 1910, this dynamic woman of great wealth and international business renown showed up in the little known…
we are interest in the house, whete can we cantact an agent? emial: ariety@hotmail.com
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Would there be closing costs for a private sale of a family home where we will be the bank for the buyer?
We will be contacting a real estate lawyer but wanted to be prepared for all costs involved in this transaction.
POOL ...YES or No ???
Will a pool ad value to a home ???  Well that depends !  This time of year when the weather is hot and you want to cool down a sparkling pool is very inviting.  A buyer searching for a home in January…
7 Things All Borrowers Should Know About FHA Loans
RISMEDIA, July 3, 2010—FHA Pros, LLC, a national FHA condo approval service, has developed a list of facts speaking to the top misconceptions associated with FHA loans in order to help home buyers better…
Coldwell Banker Returns to Downtown Escondido, CA. Opens New Real Estate Office
Coldwell Banker Prestige Properties opened its new real estate office in downtown Escondido at 300 W. Grand Ave, located at the corner of Escondido Blvd and historic Grand Ave in Escondido, CA. Grand…
I signed a contract for 5 months with a realtor, so far has passed almost a month but my realtor had some personal problems and has not being able
to market my house the right way, we had only 5 visits in almost a month with 3 open houses, and 1 was my neightbor, I never hear from her or her assistant, I have to call them or e-mail them to find…
How can I be sure that a trustee auction sale on my home has been cancelled?
My home was wrongly scheduled for a trustee auction. I am currently under a forebearance agreement with Chase Bank. I contacted Chase and their attorney's office and they both said the auction would…
Details requested.
How much is the seller providing for the loft conversion? Why doesn't the seller simply reduce the asking price by that amount? Is this home now owned by Fischer rather than the Shulars? Is this a short…
Median Home Prices Continue to Rise in California
Home prices in California continued rising and showed the second highest annual increase since April 2009, according to Standard & Poor’s/Case-Shiller home price index. There have been more sales…
Is this property still on the market even though the auction date has passed, and if so who can I contact?
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is an open house scheduled soon for this property 113 clearbrook drive, cranberry twp?
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Active Duty or Veteran Do You Have Your COE?
COE stands for Certificate of Eligibility. It is the certificate that proves that you as the veteran are eligible for a VA guaranteed home loan.  If you are considering buying a home, you need to make…
would you accept $95,000.00 for this property
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Hickory NC 4 Bedroom Brick Ranch for Sale
Hickory NC ~ 4 Bedroom Brick Ranch in Long View3212 6th Avenue SW Hickory NC 28602 $147,200 ~ PRICED at TAX VALUE for QUICK SALE!MLS # 9554091 Brick ranch in Long View section of Hickory. Home has over…
How do you determine the value of land alone on a property? Is there a rule of thumb?
Our family has a house for sale (estate) with about 6 acres of land in a rural area between Bedford and Altoona. My father is interested in purchasing about 4 acres of the land, which was surveyed separately…
City Tax Assessment value ???
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Updated Real Estate Stats for Mississippi Gulf Coast
Re-blogged by 0 agents Updated statistics for the Mississippi Gulf Coast Hello Everyone, On June 30th, I wrote a blog post about the closings for the month of June here on the Gulf Coast. I stated that…
Boulder Hill 4 Bedroom Ranch - Move in Ready! Oswego Schools!
Can't wait for a short sale to get approved?  Don't feel like doing some sweat equity on a foreclosure?  Then your search has ended!  I have a 4 bedroom with central air conditioning, newer roof and…
How can I get the most money for my house?
I was recently asked, "How can I get the most money for my house?"  Now, this is not a new question for REALTORS® and frankly, the answer is not a new one either. "Lower the Price." Not what the person…
I want to buy this who do I contact?
Please respond to Barbara Thorpe at reindeerthorpe@gmail.com
Market Reports and Home Sales Statistics For Camas and Washougal, WA - 98607 / 98671
****Subscribe to these statistics monthly for your area by clicking here and typing your zip codes in the subject line! Winders Meadows, Campen Creek, Vintage Crest, Raven Tracts, Forest View, Mount…
Less than price of Chicago Condo - 2 acre 7,000 sq. ft House
About 35 miles from Chicago in the southern suburb of Steger, near the Indiana border is a fantastic opportunity for the motivated buyer.  If you envision yourself with a home that is not on top of your…
I placed an offer on this property on June 21 to John Stevens of Yankee Realty. Is it still available? Thank you, Jean Bennett
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Details regarding the extended tax credit closing deadline.
For clarification purposes here are all of the specifics regarding the tax credit closing extension. IR-2010-80, July 2, 2010 WASHINGTON — Eligible taxpayers who contracted to buy a home, qualifying…
Foreclosed Homes Sell at 27% Discount as Supply Grows
By Dan LevyJune 30 (Bloomberg) -- Homes in the foreclosure process sold at an average 27 percent discount in the first quarter as almost a third of all U.S. transactions involved properties in some stage…
How do I find the best loan? Read this blog!
There are several rate questions and comparison questions posted everyday that ask:Am I getting the right loan?Is there a better rate out there for me?Often times these are valid questions but they lack…
property left to my brother in my mothers will. Brothers wherabouts unknown, executor not looking for him, taxes are due on the property 7/1/2010.
who pays the taxes now? Can someone else pay and take the home? Who do we contact? what is the executors role here?
The prices listed on your web site for foreclosure homes for sale. Is that the actual price?
I'm looking for a low cost home for my daughter to use while going to college. what can I expect to pay for a 1-2 bedroom house in Goleta?
selling? buying?
Are you looking to buy or sell? You can visit my site Bear Valley Homes Denver for saleThis enables you to search houses in the Denver Metro area, without signing in with personalinformation. My information…
HS THIS PROPERTY BEEN SOLD ?
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Fannie Mae crack down for "strategic defaulters"
So it's been said many people look at walking away from their homes as a "business decision". Their homes are no longer worth what they owe, in most cases hundreds of thousands of dollars upside down.…
The ABC's of shopping for a loan
I have responded to several questions about mortgage offers people are receiving. And if you are not sure you are getting a good deal, you need to know what details to provide to get an accurate quote…
PRICE REDUCTION! 28 LOCKWOOD GLADWIN MICHIGAN 48624
28 LOCKWOOD GLADWIN MICHIGAN $53,900 50' of sandy swimming waterfront and a beautiful view! 2 BR, 1 BA spacious home. Deep lot with many perennials. Priced to sell! Would make a great weekend getaway…
I would like to make an appointment to see this property. Paula Stanford paula.stanford@troyisd.org
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Does owning a timeshare disqualify you as a 1st time homebuyer?
I purchased a timeshare in May of 2007 and the Federal government is disallowing my claim for $8000 for 1st time homebuyer credit, because of mortgage interest payment.
Ann Arbor Recycling Made Easy with Single Stream Program
We've mentioned many aspects of green living in Ann Arbor, and it's important to note that an environmentally conscious lifestyle always begins at home. When you think about recycling, what comes to mind?…
SE Visalia California New Homes-Great Buy
New home builder in SE Visalia with high quality homes is providing extra incentives to have you purchase from them.  Plans range from 1465 to 2545 square feet.  Bedrooms range from 3 to 5 per home…
Mortgage Rate Lock Advice for Chicago and Oak Park - 7/6 (No Change)
Short-term - LOCK as there is no longer a benefit in floating this close to closing. If you are closing in 7 - 15 days, I would consider FLOATING, but markets are trending toward repricing at higher rates. Long-term…
Douglas County, Colorado - One of America's Fastest Growing
We've mentioned it before - the Denver real estate market is continuing to improve. This fact has recently been confirmed by a US Census Bureau report, which stated that Douglas County (located midway…
Happier, Healthier You
Happier, Healthier You by Lucy Danziger, the Editor-in-Chief of SELF magazine Recent Posts 3 Dangers in Your Own Backyard The 6 Best Reasons to Stay Active When You’re Pregnant Summer's #1 Calorie…
New Homes for Sale by Renaissance Properties
Don't wait until it's too late to live in a beautifully constructed Renaissance Home in the lovely Monroe Township area.  We have homes ranging between $654,990-$845,990.  We strive to make your experience…
I love this house. I have looked at several times on line. I would be moving there in the future but buy the house very soon.
my phone number is 925 3992929 california. my name is Linda Scroggy. I am a nurse practitioner with phd in study of disease . my income in 97,000.00 per year currently. I would most likely travel…
Selling Your Home - Improvements That Won't Help You Get Your House Sold.
In my last post, I talked about how small fixes can help sell your house - things that are worth the sweat equity you have to give. There are some improvements, believe it or not, that you shouldn't sweat…
I own 3510 Blue Goose Way in Celina Texas. The map baloon note on the wrong lot. Our lot is vacant and is on Culdesac area. Can you correct this now?
3510 Blue Goose Way in Celina Texas. Map shows information baloon on wrong lot. Please correct this quickly. Move the info baloon to the vacant lot on the left side fot he round area of the culdesac.
Determining the Value of a Home
Determining the Value of a Home As Exclusive Buyer Agents, we also are constantly consumed  figuring out the true value of real estate. What you should pay for your Sarasota real estate purchase? Several…
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Nevada Good Funds Law
This new law, which took effect on October 1, 2009, states that a title company must have good (cleared) funds prior to the recording of a deed. In other words, checks at the close of escrow, of just…
good news for the industry
Wall Street Journal-To get a sense of how vigorously Citigroup Inc. is trying to revive its retail bank, consider this statistic: In the past two months, mortgage applications at its branches have soared…
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