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Corpus Christi, Texas Recession Insulation
Several weeks ago I delivered a speech to a local business executives group.  Having been actively researching and observing the housing sector in the Corpus Christi, Texas area for almost 40 years,…
Sell Your House Quicker with Home Staging
We Buy Houses Pittsburgh PA: Home staging has now becoming increasingly popular among sellers. Home staging provides the best platform for sellers to sell their houses faster and at better prices. Most…
Sell at loss or rent?
I currently own a property in Michigan which I owe (mortgage and HELOC) about $30,000 more than it's recent appraised value. I am trying to buy another house in a different area in MI but I am wondering…
Mortgage Rates Could Increase as LIBOR Rises
“Prediction is very difficult, especially if it’s about the future” -Neils Bohr The interest rates that banks pay for short term loans increased for the first time in three days as investors become…
Real Estate Jargon: “Increased Deposit”
Deposits are handy tools that can be helpful to buyers and to sellers.  As many investors and home buyers know, the larger the deposit the more committed they are to completing the transaction.  Sellers…
FHA owner occupy rules?
So for an FHA loan it says I must live in the house for the first year, but what if I'm re doing the kitchen, bathroom and other things in the house and it takes me a year to do them. Am I expected…
has anybody put a bid on this house?
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Take Care of Your Engine!
Put aside home buying and selling for a moment...place concern on yourself and your well being.  So easy to press "full steam ahead" and just get it done.  Are you ready for this?  A good question to…
Looking for 1 affiliate to join our team in Ladera ranch, great commission structure & opportunity for growth
I am a current agent in Ladera Ranch California, looking to bring on 1 affiliate to work with me in loans & financial assistance. Great commission structure and leads are provided along with marketing…
Do You Remember What it was Like to Ride a Bike for the First Time?
Think back… way back (for me that is)!  I can remember wanting to ride the bike but being scared too.  I can also remember not being able to get on it by myself.  When I finally did get on it I…
Buying a home (REO)
I am interested in buying some proprty (REO) - like the ones on this site. How do I go about doing that? Even here on the Trulia site I don't see any info on how to buy these homes. I am accessing…
Sanderling Club, Siesta Key, Sarasota, Florida
Sanderling Club, Siesta Key, Sarasota, Florida Sanderling Club on Siesta Key offers beachfront and bayou homes with a tennis club, cabanas and community center overlooking the beach. This is one of the…
How hard is to get finance from lenders on a foreclosed property that has broken windows?
I am trying to buy a forclosed property in south east Michigan area but the propery has about 10 broken windows (boarded temporarily), some carpets are pulled and misaligned, some walls need re-painting…
Is West Virgina a non-recourse state?
Is West Virgina a non-recourse state?
Backyard Barbeques with HD TV
  Author: Joseph Hildebrandt There are a few things that simply cannot be tampered with when it comes to the traditional American summertime event. Among them, 4th of July celebrations, barbeques, and…
The Hampton Roads, VA housing market has tanked just like a lot of places. Realtors, when do you see an even market coming along? What about the?
Gloucester, Va area? How is the market over there right now and how do you think it will be in the future?
The art of Negotiations 1
Buyer asked "How low can I go and how many times do we go back and forth"Great Questions, if you have never bought or sold a House or Car you may be a bit shy about where to start.  Those two items seem…
Choosing Top Two Fixtures That Could Make Your Kitchen Smoking Hot
  Author: Marikor Hidalgo Kitchens are often viewed as a mere functional space. But truthfully, this area contributes a lot to building the great memories for myriads of families and friends. In return…
Buying a home (REO)
I am interested in buying some proprty (REO) - like the ones on this site. How do I go about doing that? Even here on the Trulia site I don't see any info on how to buy these homes. I am accessing…
Houston Realtor Comments about Recent Market Stats
There is no doubt that the expiration of the First Time Homebuyer Tax Credit was going to make for a huge rush to put contracts on new home in Houston, but take a look at some of these statistics in comparison…
Is sales agreement a legally binding contract?
We've had an offer to purchase a short sale home in for 9 months. Finally got written approval from BoA 3 weeks ago. Were supposed to close this week. However, day of closing we learned that last…
Sell Your Home with Staging Techniques
  Author: Yamileth Medina Marketing plays a key role when selling a product, especially when that product is as expensive as a new house. It is important to showcase the best elements of your house when…
Mortgage & financial guidance
At AMS mortgage & financial, we realize that every customer has a different combination of assets, limitations and dreams when it comes to being a home owner, our company is based in Orange county…
I Would like to live in or around Troy MI How do I look for good schools and good houses?
I am looking for a bargan home how do I go around looking for it?
I'm a first time home buyer and I found a home got the inspection done, offer accepted paid app fee turned in all documents on 4/19 then
yesterday before 5pm I get a call from l.o. That underwriting denied mshda loan due to having a loss on my tax returns. I work full time but I was doing diff things on the side for extra income but there…
If there is a house for sale but what they are asking for it is not worth because of non compelation of an
addition, but we are being told that there payments are close to that amount and it has been on the market for like 11 months is there anything we can do to offer a lower price?
By how much should you low ball these days while making an offer in 'Buyer's market' (michigan)?
This is for a home that does not have good comparables in its neighborhood. The seller has listed for $290k, can we make an offer for $250k without offending them?
We found a house we love and we're buying with cash.
But when we put our bid in we found out that there were seven other bids. But when we put our bid in we did as cash insteadof a mortgage loan. Do we have a higher chance of getting that house since we're…
Sandy Cove, Siesta Key, Sarasota, Florida
Sandy Cove, Siesta Key, Sarasota, Florida As a Sarasota buyer agent, we sell a lot of Sarasota homes on the water. Whether you're a boater, sunset connoisseur, or just love the vistas, Siesta Key real…
is the prop single detached?
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is it possible to sell a home in 'as is' condition rather than spend the time and money to get it in 'sales condition'? I know
in this market everyone wants the house to be in 'better than new condition'. My house was built in 96 and is in a great location. Walking distance to Munford schools. The house note is…
Condo or House?
I would like to buy a condo but I am being told to get a house because it will very difficult to eventually sell a condo. For my needs and likes, a condo is my choice, but I am looking at an exit strategy.…
am i able to cancel my home loan after closing?
If I closed on a house yesterday(previous business day), is there anyway out of the loan? Can it be withdrawn or canceled?
can one live comfortably in Bakersfield without a car? If so, which neighborhood(s)?
I am considering relocating, but have decided that my new community needs to be one in which I can live without driving to meet my every day needs. I need a grocery store, pharmacy, coffee shop, moviehouse,…
Siesta Key, Sarasota, Florida
Siesta Key, Sarasota, Florida Siesta Key, a barrier island off Sarasota, is one of the most special places in the world. Siesta Key Beach, formerly known as Sarasota Beach, is currently rated as #2 in…
Freshfields Village at the Junction of Kiawah Island and Seabrook Island
The Charleston, South Carolina area is a great place to live or have a vacation home.  The weather is great, the beaches are fantastic, golf courses are abundant, there are many historical sites, the…
Homes for Sale in Prosper, Texas: 740 Willowgate Dr., Prosper, TX 75078
Prosper, TX Homes for Sale:  740 Willowgate Dr., Prosper, Texas 75078 $459,900 This home is a 2001-built, former David Weekley model home in the master-planned community of Willow Ridge in Prosper, Texas. …
I need advice on what to do reguarding my home?
I have receievd notice of default with court date of June 12th. I owe $11,000 which inlcudes fees & lawyer fees. I cannot pay the $11,000 but I can NOW afford the regular payments. What can I do…
Slow, but steady we move along.
The real estate market is moving steadily along today but with reservation.  As corporations continue to move into our area and the state attracts businesses all over the Commonwealth, we were ranked…
Active Short Sale Contingent. My Realtor said I couldn't write an offer?? It's due to foreclose on 6/21/2010...
I thought "Active-Contingent" meant no contract has been accepted. I was told that the offer was accepted by the seller but the bank has yet to approve it. I wanted to put in an offer for the…
We are selling HOMES....
Every day I check the expired listings and not all but MOST OF THEM SHOULD HAVE SOLD!   Please call me so we can explain WHY! Monty WillisMonty Willis Team800-999-8908219-464-4377219-926-1644check us…
Luxury Home For Sale Coppell Tx 75019 in the Summit at The Springs
Luxury Home For Sale Coppell Tx 75019 in the Summit at The Springs Subdivision. If you are looking for a Luxury Home For Sale in Coppell then you must see  259 Stanton Court in the Summit at the Springs…
America's Top Ten Beaches, Siesta Key Beach #2.
America's Top Ten Beaches, Siesta Key Beach #2. Dr. Beach released his annual list of America's best beaches. Siesta Key beach in Sarasota, which always seems to make the list, followed Coopers Beach…
The West Irving Aquatic Center in Irving, Tx 75061
The West Irving Aquatic Center in Irving, Tx 75061 is opening soon!! On June 12th this amazing aquatic center, located at 2701 Conflans Road in Irving, Tx 75061 will be open.  Grab your swimsuits and…
Benbrook Homes For Sale in Trail Ridge Subdivision
Benbrook Homes For Sale in Trail Ridge Subdivision and This is the largest of the Benbrook Homes For Sale in Trail Ridge...Huge home for your large growing family. Great open floor plan. Large garage with…
Bedford Homes For Sale in Woodbridge
 Bedford Homes For Sale in Woodbridge has a new listing at 3109 Oakridge. This Bedford Homes For Sale has over 1500 square feet, 3 bedrooms 2 bath and a great open floor plan. The backyard is a paradise.…
Does anyone have a buyer for an over 55 community in Palm City Florida? The property is listed at $219,000.
It is a 3 bedroom, 2bath villa, with a 2 car garage. CBS construction with tile roof. In very clean condition. The last sale was a 2bed, 2bath with one car garage for $240,000. This one is a bargain.…
Is this active and for what price? How close to public trans. ? Others on Cleveland Ave. Thanks,
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/District_Of_Columbia/Washington/sold/61919-5127-Cathedral-Avenue-Nw-Washington-DC-20016
How do I find homes that just sold in Palm City Fla?
Want to see pictures of homes on SW Whitemarsh way that sold in April of this year
What's Pre-approval got to do with it...?
 OK, so you are ready to buy your first home, now what to do? First of all, you need a pre-approval to put  an offer on a home, and it must be current. Also, most Realtors will not work with a buyer…
Why is this house so cheap? What is wrong with it? And can a pool be added?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1087102410-3582-Royalle-Ter-Wellington-FL-33449
Heartwood Hills Values Dropping Too
We often review Tallahassee neighborhoods at our real estate blog in order to keep a finger on the pulse of the Tallahassee housing market. Today, we take a quick peak at Heartwood Hills, a popular…
Short sale contracts and tax credits.
Does anyone know when a short sale is under contract prior to April 30th with the buyer and the seller; but does not have all the banks final approvals for the sale documented by that day, will this still…
Was looking at a home in hasbrouck heights, NJ.
Saw a home for sale in Hasbrouck Heights nj, its near Terrace Ave. Just wanted to know if there is any bus service via terrace ave to New York City with bus stops in terrace ave ? If so, what is the bus…
Sarasota home remodeling
Sarasota home remodelingAs Sarasota buyer agents, we're seeing home owners updating kitchens and baths more so than other remodeling projects. Often the case is a seller preparing their house to sell. But…
there are only pictures of the community. what does the house look like from the inside? from behind?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1073233651-133-Kensington-Way-Wellington-FL-33414
Sarasota county wildlife!
Sarasota county wildlife!As a wildlife and animal lover, I am blessed to live in Sarasota, where we commonly see manatee, wild boar, alligator, a plethora various species of birds, armadillos, and dolphin.…
Brightmoor Matthews, NC. Market Trends June 2010
Brightmoor offers families a great community at an affordable price.  Located just outside of downtown Matthews; it's convenience to shopping and major highways makes it an attractive location for families.  …
Destin Oil Spill Action Taking Place
Wednesday afternoon Florida approved the boom contractor to begin laying the final tier of booms in Santa Rosa County. The additional boom deployment, which starts today, includes 10 sites above and beyond…
Miami Luxury Homes. A Foreclosure Dream?
In Miami, the city with approximately 10 million tourists annually, a house with 3 bedrooms and courtyard and garden with palm trees cost 136,000 Euros. The house is equipped with swimming pool, and…
concerning 2321 st bride chesapeaek,va. the realtor do not know how much land goes with this house. the city of ches says- you can not do anything
with this home on the property up front, when you look at the property to goes back to 4.5 acres which is not included in the 99,000 home. people should be careful about htis property its listed as tone…
Gulf Oil Spill USCG Activity 6-3-2010
We are moving critical response assets across all the Gulf Coast states in preparation for potential near- and long-term oil impacts. In Alabama, the Coast Guard Cutter Cypress arrived in Mobile Bay today…
June Weekend Activities in Columbus, MS
Last week we began our summer schedule where we highlight community events to Thursday and talk real estate on Friday. So let’s see what is going on in Columbus this weekend.   Rosenzweig Gallery Series…
Where exactly is this home located. Its address is 169 PR 3655. I'm not sure I totally understand what is involved in buying a HUD home.
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3013559485-169-Pr-3655-Longview-TX-75605
I am a buyer in contract to purchase a property. The expected closing date in the contract has come and gone,
and the seller is still not ready to close. Can I back out of the contract at this point?
Raleigh and The Triangle of North Carolina Courting Companies For 13,000 Jobs.
Triangle Region Courting Companies that could create 13,000 jobs. (edit/delete) Triangle Region Courting Companies that could create 13,000 jobs. There is a spot of good news heading this way from economic…
It's really time to buy!
With interest rates at a historic low, it suprises me that more people are not buying homes at this time.  I think people are still frightened and afraid to make a purchase that isn't necessary.  The…
I have excellent credit and have little debt. I have no trouble making my payments on my house but it is upside down. Is there anything I can do to?
lower my interest rate? or do i have to stop paying my mortgage before the bank will work with me? I have 21 years left on my mortgage and owe 101,000. The house is worth probably 80-90,000.
Holliston MA Real Estate Statistics May 2010
                                 Holliston Massachusetts Real Estate Market Report May 2010  In May of 2010 there were 11 homes that closed within the month for Holliston…
What's the best way to fire my real estate agent?
He's not listening to me. I've told him no condos and no cookie-cutter neighborhoods and he keeps showing me those. Everytime we set an appointment to look at homes, he's an hour to 2.5…
Home Buying
To those of you who are waiting for "the best price", now is the time to buy.  Mortgage rates are very low and will probably not stay there.  Prices have come down considerably and you can now have the…
As Gas Prices Rise Location Becomes Even More Important to Real Estate
Everyone knows that the three most important things in real estate are location, location, and location. Well I have just decided that the fourth most important thing in real estate is...you guessed…
how much are the taxes per year?
what are the yearly house taxes? Is it gas or oil heated? how old is the furnace and roof and electrical system? how old are the windows? Does it have a cellar and is it dry?
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