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COOPERATIVE SHORT SALES!
The banks seem to be approving short sales more now than 3 years ago. The newest thing out now on a short sale is a COOPERATIVE SHORT SALE. This is a short sale where the bank actually pre-approves the…
'Hardest Hit' Program Is Falling Short, Report Says
A “hardest hit” fund to help 18 states that were most battered in the mortgage crisis isn’t meeting its goals of helping underwater home owners, according to a report by the Special Inspector General…
Oceanside, CA - North County Surf Town
Oceanside is the most northern coastal city in San Diego County about 35 miles north of San Diego between Carlsbad and Camp Pendleton. Oceanside sparkles with over three miles of sandy beaches, California’s…
Lennar Homes - NEXTGEN™ - The Home Within A Home™
Lennar Homes - NEXTGEN™ - The Home Within A Home™ Lennar is the first national home builder to recognize the need of individual homebuyers and families to “double up” in order to share the cost…
'Hardest Hit' Program Is Falling Short, Report Says
A “hardest hit” fund to help 18 states that were most battered in the mortgage crisis isn’t meeting its goals of helping underwater home owners, according to a report by the Special Inspector General…
Would this be home at 847 Screven Fork Road, Midway GA 31320 pass a VA Home Loan inspection?
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can you please let me know what maintenance fees are? pet friendly? what does basement mean in the listing? storage area? appreciate your help.
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Anyone looking for land in Eastern NC less than 1 hour to the Research Triangle Park, Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill 100 to 1800 ac?
A 600 /- ac tract that is among the most beautiful properties in Eastern NC. Raleigh Durham Airport within 1 hour.
I would like to see the apartment
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INCOME TAX CONSIDERATIONS FOR THE HOMEOWNER
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Los Gatos CA Residential Lots and Land For Sale 4/12/2012
Los Gatos is one of the premium residential locations in southern Silicon Valley.  Los Gatos is freeway close to just about everything and it’s the gateway to the Santa Cruz Mountains and coastal Santa…
Leucadia
Leucadia is a quiet surfing town with an eclectic mix of artists, surfers, families and everyday folks who are seeking an increasing rare, relaxed lifestyle in a place that reminds many of California’s…
A lawyer told me I'm gonna pay him $1000 a month just to fight it back for my loan modification and it's gonna take 5 years.Is it gonna?
work? Ok so I'm not living in that house anymore as I have a new house that I bought.I did stop paying when the house that I live in now got approve and it does have some "late pays" but…
Average Loan Amount Grows: Market Thaw?
The average amount of mortgages being approved by lenders has grown in the last three months from $215,000 to $235,000 — a possible sign of increased buyer and lender confidence, according to analysts…
Looking for a 3br or 4br house to rent in Fishers
We're moving to fishers this summer, around July, how much should we expect to pay for 3br/4br, 2ba house, with ~1700sqft, 2 car garage, backyard, north of 116th and east of Allison. Thanks,
Housing Affordability Could Be at the Best Levels We Might See in Our Lifetime???
"Money's Too Tight to Mention" - Simply RedThe Housing Affordability Index was developed over thirty years ago to help consumers determine when it is a good time to buy a home. It's considered advantageous…
Foreclosures Recede to 2007 Levels
Foreclosure filings are continuing to fall, dropping 2 percent in the first quarter of this year compared to the previous quarter and are down 16 percent compared to the same time last year, RealtyTrac…
U.S. 281 and Loop 1604 Closures
Looks like another weekend to stay home and avoid traffic with the closures at 281 South and 1604 East. Expect the frontage lanes of 1604 at 281 to be closed starting Friday April 13 until 6:00 am Monday…
Change is a good thing sometimes.
I just wanted to let as many people know the latest with me. Last week I changed lenders moving over to 1st Mariner Mortgage. I am now able to write loans in all 50 states with great rates, flexible programs…
I have a housing voucher worth 1200 looking for a house to rent in Hamilton County. We are a christian family .
Three or four bedroom, 2 to 1 1/2 bath, stove ,dishwasher, and frig. If anyone that is willing to give a good Vhristian family a chance please feel free to contact.
Pros and Cons of Having Your Houston Home Inspected Prior to Listing
Hiring a home inspector to crawl thru your home prior to listing it on the market can be a good idea or a bad idea.  It really depends on your knowledge of the condition of your home and your willingness…
Pros and Cons of Having Your Houston Home Inspected Prior to Listing
Hiring a home inspector to crawl thru your home prior to listing it on the market can be a good idea or a bad idea.  It really depends on your knowledge of the condition of your home and your willingness…
Change in jobs for me
I just wanted to let as many people know the latest with me. Last week I changed lenders moving over to 1st Mariner Mortgage. I am now able to write loans in all 50 states with great rates, flexible programs…
Lake San Marcos, A North County San Diego Resort
Surrounded by homes, ducks, geese and swans, the serene waters of Lake San Marcos forms the sparkling centerpiece for the well-established and beautifully-maintained Lake San Marcos home community within…
Contingencies Your Home Offer Should Include ~ Shared By Savet Group
Contingencies Your Home Offer Should Include ~ Shared By Savet GroupWhen you’re buying a house, there are a lot of unknowns—and once you’ve bought a home, you’re committed, usually for years. Contingencies…
Renting to Own Shared By ~ Savet Group
Renting to OwnShared By ~ Savet GroupIf rising prices and large down payments are an issue, look for a seller willing to rent you a house with the option to own.When Chris and Sarah Kane of Visalia, Calif.…
THOUGHT i SAW YESTERDAY FOR 78,900
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High sales prices move south down the Bowery
The downtrodden strip of Bowery between Houston and Canal streets is finally beginning to flourish, the New York Post reported. While the area north of Houston Street has been gentrifying for years, the…
California Real Estate Fast Facts Update!
Calif. median home price: February 2012: $266,660 (Source: C.A.R.)Calif. highest median home price by region/county February 2012: Marin, $732,140 (Source: C.A.R.)Calif. lowest median home price by region/county…
Don’t Get Emotional When Selling Your Orange County Home
Selling an Orange County home is one of the most important things that anyone will ever do but, sadly, many people make emotional decisions that ultimately cost a lot of money. Here are the top emotional…
Does converting an office/playrm into an addt'l bdrm add to an appraisal? We can call it 5th bdrm by putting in a closet. Is it worth it?
Not adding sq footage to house, just thinking of building in a closet so we can say it has 5 bdrms instead of 4.
Mom and Dad -- Can We Talk?
In the good old days of rising property values and positive home equity, your home was a key part of planning for retirement.  You could sell your home to move closer to other family members when you…
Fallbrook, A Breath of Fresh Air in San Diego
Fallbrook is a breath of fresh air in the San Diego real estate market, with its easy-going, small-town feel, lush avocado and citrus groves, nature preserves, and abundant nurseries, Fallbrook is a relaxed…
New Listing in Terramar
New Listing in Terramar Located in the lovely community known as Terramar in north Peoria, this beautiful single level Capital Pacific home is nearly 2,100 square feet with 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths.…
Market Update March 2012 BHC AZ
With spring in the air, the Bullhead City, Fort Mohave and Mohave Valley real estate market is coming into bloom. Sales activity continues to flourish in spite of dwindling housing choices. Active homes…
Are there any monthly, HOA fees in Enchanting Acres? What are the monthly maintenance fees there?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3079102691-23-Topaz-Ln-Naples-FL-34112
Boston Condo sales Up And Prices Inched Up Too
Condominium sales in the Hub improved by double digits in the first quarter while median prices increased modestly, according to the Listing Information Network, or LINK, the Boston company that tracks…
HARP 2.0 - For a Limited Time Only
50% of the Homeowners in California that are current on their Mortgages are upside down on their properties values. This has been a big part of why the economy has not been able to recover and still continues…
San Jose Real Estate Market Update
San Jose Summary The median sales price for homes in San Jose CA for Jan 12 to Mar 12 was $378,000. This represents a decline of 0.8%, or $3,000, compared to the prior quarter and a decrease of 0.9%…
I would like to know ASAP when we can move in. we have some money to put down. Looking to move within month 1/2. please contact me 3136851005.
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Are you thinking about a new home?
Real estate markets are always changing, but now is the time to buy! I’ve got several homes you might be interested in on my website, and even if your dream home isn’t there now, I can help you find…
HARP 2.0 - For a Limited Time Only
50% of the Homeowners in California that are current on their Mortgages are upside down on their properties values. This has been a big part of why the economy has not been able to recover and still continues…
Do You Have Buyer's Paralysis?
Do You Have Buyer's Paralysis?Sponsored ByMany issues can be at root of indecisionShared By ~ Savet GroupYou've looked at dozens of homes. Your REALTOR® is about to tear her hair out with frustration.…
Asking prices increase in March!
Asking prices rose 1.4 percent nationally in March compared with the previous quarter, according to Trulia’s Price Monitor.  On a month-over-month comparison, asking prices increased 0.9 percent in…
Palos Verdes Estates Foreclosures - Up or Down?
Palos Verdes Estates Foreclosure Report 4/12/2012 It was reported today in RealtorMag.org that foreclosures are now down to 2007 levels. Of course what is happening nationally doesn’t necessarily…
Home Sales in Newport Heights 3-31-2012
Newport Heights saw limited home sales in the first quarter of 2012, with only seven homes sold for the 90 day period ending Mar 31, 2012. This small number of sales compares with 14 homes sold in the…
Bayfront Contemporary For Sale
To view this property website, click the picture or visit: http://163secatoguew.ePropertySites.com 163 Secatogue W.West Islip, NYBayfront Contemporary For Sale Offered at $2,100,000163secatoguew.ePropertySites.comOne…
What to Do When a Home Lingers on the Market
While the supply of homes has decreased in the last year, some home owners are still seeing their home linger on the market.  When you can’t get a serious bite from a buyer, here are two interventions…
Do You Really Want to Close Your Mortgage Home Loan on Time in California or ANYWHERE?
San Francisco Ca, As you have heard, basically…EVERYWHERE IN THE MEDIA, lenders require A LOT of documentation to close a loan when purchasing or refinancing a home in this day and age. Loans are definitely…
Hi You wre sending Me Listings with Pictures of Homes & Land in N.. Ft. Myers, Lehigh Acres, Florida, and then they all stopped?
Preferably N. Ft. Myers, but I would be willing to look at Lehigh. I lived in N Ft Myers , FL for 20 Yrs in Waterway Estates off Hancock Bridge Parkway, and had to let it go do to financial reasons. Now…
Folly Beach SC Real Estate – Best Deals At The Beach - 4/12/2012
In today’s market there are some deals to be found, so we analyze all the Folly Beach Real Estate listings and post what we consider to be the best deals.1208487 - Details: 1984 FOLLY RD, #A110, CHARLESTON,…
Home Affordable Refinance Program HARP 2.0 Update San Francisco California Bay Area
San Francisco Bay Area Home Affordable Refinance Guidelines include:   - Removing the 125 percent loan-to-value.   - Waiving risk-based fees on borrowers who take shorter term mortgages and reducing…
Just Listed! 2015 S. Finley Rd, Unit 403 in Lombard offered at $128,000!
  Enjoy the spectacular view of the pond & pool from any of your three balconies! Newer boiler, elevators, and laundry equipment. Master Bedroom features a walk in closet & bath! This condo…
10 Summer Moving Tips ~ Savet Group
  10 Summer Moving TipsSponsored ByHow to prepare for a seamless transition If you're moving this summer, the busiest season for moving, you know how daunting it can be. But if you create a blueprint…
Rents rise, home prices fall in February?
Median rents rose 2 percent from February 2011 to February 2012, but home values declined 4.5 percent during that period, according to the February Zillow Real Estate Market Reports. The Zillow Rent Index…
What is the square footage of this property?
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Things to know before buying a house:
Home buyer basics: Click here to learn more!     http://www.realtor.com/home-finance/buyers-basics/home-buyers-basics.aspx?source=webStep 1: Are You Ready? Step 2: Get a REALTOR Step 3: Get Loan…
Carroll County, New Hampshire 1st Quarter Market Report 2012
The Real Estate Market Is Looking Up! 2012 1st Quarter stats for Residential homes in Carroll County report a 37% increase in new listing activity.  Pending sale reflect an 8% increase along with the…
How can I have the Description provided by Trulia corrected?
The Trulia Description states my home is located in Umstead Neighborhood when it is actually in Harrington Grove. -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/North_Carolina/R…
how can i view this property I am interested in renting this.?
I can be reached at 215-380-1180 -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/rental/3057485191-1700-Oakwood-Ter-17E-Penn-Valley-PA-19072
Am interested in area off of 83rd street South in Cottage Grove, it is a mixed bag of Nuts in that area, with some homes not as well maintained?
Is this area a declining value area? should I be concerned? House needs some work, but shows well and has nice curb appeal.
whats the true asking price of this property?
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retirementcommunitiesarizona.net Always look at the offer
 A reason to look at the offer   I have had a listing in Sun City Festival.  We have received 2 offers on the property.  The client didn’t feel they were acceptable.  You know the drill; they didn’t…
Is this house for sale or rent, if so how much?
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Can a landlord still enter my home after givivng me a 3 day to 90 day foreclosure notice?
Apt's foreclosed and then the apt's were auctioned off. We gave them a 3 page itemized repair list about mold and water leaking under sinks, tile on the floor isn't complete etc. They signed…
We work 7 Days a week for YOU!
Being a Licensed Realtor is a Crazy but a self rewarding Career. We Live, Eat, + Breath the Business. Sheri and John Curci of RE/MAX Properties understand that we must work around the clients schedule…
Wheaton Illinois Real Estate Market Overview for March 2012
If you live in Wheaton or if you are thinking about making this great city your home, you might want to keep up-to-date on what's going on in the real estate market.  Are you looking for current information? …
Feds releases March housing scorecard
Mortgage delinquencies continued a downward trend and were substantially below year-ago levels, while sales of existing homes in January and February marked the strongest start to a year since 2007, according…
Market Report for Canton MA for First Quarter 2012
Originally posted at Canton MA Events & Real EstateCanton MA Market Report - First Quarter 2012 2012 has been very busy for the real estate market in Canton MA.  There are a lot of buyers out looking.…
Oswego Illinois Real Estate Market Overview for March 2012
If you live in Oswego or if you are thinking about making this great city your home, you might want to keep up-to-date on what's going on in the real estate market.  Are you looking for current information? …
When Can I Check The Apartment?
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I am looking to buy in the 19148 zip code of South Philadelphia. Is 5th and Shunk St. a safe area?
If you have any websites that can tell me the demographics and neighborhood safety, please let me know.
Another Modern Home Hits The Market In Coconut Grove
Coconut Grove doesn’t suffer from a lack of unique properties and this modern home that just hit the market is no exception.  Located at 2560 Tigertail Avenue, “Casa Grove” was designed by Roney…
Incorporated vs unincorporated??
What is the difference in living in incorporated vs unincorporated Glen Ellyn?
Does this multi-family house have only one bathroom as listed? How does that work?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3075199942-305-77th-St-North-Bergen-NJ-07047
does anyone know of renting to special needs population to increase your cash flow 2 to 3 times market rent?
Dr. Cash flow sells info about this his name is Nick and claims you can rent to special needs population (physically, mentally handicapped, disabled vets, etc.)
Plainfield Illinois Real Estate Market Overview for March 2012
If you live in Plainfield or if you are thinking about making this great city your home, you might want to keep up-to-date on what's going on in the real estate market.  Are you looking for current information? …
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