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The house has a power line running along the back of the backyard. Will this affect the property value?
The house I am interested in buying has power line running along the rear of the back yard. So I would say probably like 40 ft away from the house. Will this affect the property value in the future? Will…
Ready for Social Relevancy & Facebook Open Graph?
Guest blog today on Crosspollinate from Chase McMichael, CEO of InfiniGraph. You can find his great blog at http://socialmediadvertising.blogspot.com/. With all the hype over on Facebook launch of Like…
Top 5 Mistakes of First Time Home Buyers
So you have finally decided to buy your first home. To ensure you don't become a victim of a bad home buying experience we have compiled a list of the top 5 mistakes of first time home buyers. Read this…
Plenty of Reasons to Buy a Home Even after the Tax Credit
Even though the home buyer tax credit expired on April 30, 2010 and won’t be renewed, there may never be a better time to buy a home than today, according to the National Association of Home Builders…
Is this property on 830 W.Dupont Rd., seeking a short sale or land contract? What is this home's history? Is it an abandon property?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Indiana/Fort_Wayne/sold/20052628-830-W-Dupont-Rd-Fort-Wayne-IN-46825
NJ Tax Credit Update
The NJ Homebuyer Tax Credit Legislation was approved by the General  Assemby last week. The Bill will now go for vote at the Senate, possibly at their next meeting on June 10th.Stay tuned for further…
Is the $280.00 a month HOA fees accurate?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3005807069-120-Stapleton-Way-Georgetown-KY-40324
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I am a renter, always paying my rent on time and under lease until 03/10. I just received a letter on the mail of TAKE NOTICE on the property I live
stating that this property has been sold for delinquent taxes and the sale will expire 05/10. What does this mean eactly? Is the current owner not the owner anymore and I don't need to pay HIM the…
Weekly Houses Sold Report for Monroe County Mi 5/14 thru 5/23 by school district
Weekly Home Sales Report for 5/14/2010 thru 5/23/2010 Monroe County Michigan by school district Below is a list of homes that have sold in Monroe County Michigan from May 13th to the 23rd listed by…
How to determine if flooding would be an issue in a new subdivision with no history?
Upon a showing of a home the basement had signs of moisture in it. I noticed a sump pump lying on the floor and could hear a different sump pump pumping out water. The sump pump doing the pumping was simply…
Is this home at 47 Kind Ave in Henderson a lease to own? What do I need to get into a lease to own home?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Nevada/Henderson/sold/564108-47-Kind-Ave-Henderson-NV-89002
Preparing for a Short Sale
Short sales have become a huge part of our real estate market here in Orlando with around 5,600 active and around 6,800 pending sales right now. Overall there are just under 16,000 total active listings…
Current Foreclosure Blog updated for Monroe County Michigan - 5/23
Free list of foreclosures in Monroe County MI as of 5/23/2010 The following is a list of all the foreclosure currently available in Monroe County Michigan, including houses for sale in Bedford Township…
I was curious how FHA loans worked.
I have heard that there are limits as far as the maximum amount that can be financed. I have also heard that you may finance part of the fix-up money needed to update the house. Are there limits with that…
Cedars East, Longboat Key, Florida
Cedars East, Longboat Key, Florida Cedars East is located on 66 lush acres on northern Longboat Key. Condos are town home in style and most offer 2 bedrooms/2 baths, and attached garages. Rentals…
Reduced Price on 10250 Peoples Loop-Jasmine Trails-Port Richey-FL
Port Richey, FL - 10250 Peoples Loop-Jasmine Trails Subdivision- The price on this 3/2/2 home has been reduced to $99,900.00. Built in 2001, this great room style home has vaulted ceilings, a breakfast…
In Chicago, is a counter offer binding like a contract would be?
We put in an offer on a property around April 22nd and received AND ACCEPTED the counter offer from the seller on April 30th. We just now got a signed copy of the contract but they dated it yesterday…
I want to apolize for my out burst... I am trying to get something that says I am no longer on the deed... this was sold with out my knowledge...
I need someone to fax a statement that this was sold 10-15-2008 and is not in my name...Demie H. Cox ..can someone do this please?.. fax to 661-758-0982.. thank u -- This question is about this property:…
Maryland Will Experience Another Tide of Foreclosures
The US economy is on a tailspin what with unemployment at an all-time high. As people lost jobs, even those with sound credit history are faltering on mortgage payments. Hence, foreclosures are common.…
Investing 101
The investment market has been heating up since interest rates remain amazingly low and there is an abundance of foreclosed multi unit properties for sale. As a Realtor and an investor myself  I know…
Is it too late to find a new realtor?
Me and my fiance are first time home buyers, despite our realtor being kind of rude and a little lazy, we decided to put in an offer on a home we found and use her (HUGE MISTAKE). We put in an offer on…
Weekly Wilmington 411 – Week of May 25
Quote of the Week: “The first step in the acquisition of wisdom is silence, the second listening, the third memory, the fourth practice, the fifth teaching others.” -Solomon Ibn Gabriol Local…
SE Pensacola Heights! 2/2 Townhouse with 1440 SF- HUD OWNED PROPERTY!
New on the market- 870 Van Kirk Ave in SE Pensacola Heights! Open to Investors and Owner Occupant Purchasers!
Traverse City Buyer Agent Blog
Home buyer tax credit extended for Military Military members, some members of Foreign Service serving outside the United States and some members of the intelligence community have an extra year to…
Hege’s Kiawah Restaurant at Freshfields Village
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…
Striking Tuscan Style Ranch at Golden, Colorado
http://coloradodreamhouse.com/featured/property.php?id=9 This 4 bedroom, 6 bathroom, 7270 square foot mountain home enjoys breathtaking views in the Genesee park area. Perfectly echoing the surroundings,…
Chicago condo tower taken over.
Lexington Park Condominiums, 2138 S Indiana Ave, is now “the city’s biggest condo tower to be taken over by its lender in the current housing crisis,” Crain’s Chicago Real Estate Daily reports…
Short sale home with seller lender Chase bank....Experts please help.
As I have posted in one of my previous posts, I have placed a offer on a short sale home. Seller lender is Chase Bank. Its a pre-approved short sale. My offer is 7K more than the asking price. My Contract…
Does anyone know info about 407 East Palm Rd, Wildwood Crest, NJ. Is this distressed property?
why are so many units empty? What is the status of the condo association? THANKS -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1079954263-407-E-Palm-Rd-Wildwood-Crest-NJ-08260
23 Magnolia Valley Drive Eagleville TN Homes for Sale Rutherford County TN Land for Sale
This 2.09 acre estate lot is located in beautiful exclusive Magnolia Valley Estates.  With only 38 unique lots, the development offers a peaceful setting to build your custom home in Eagleville TN. …
Renovation 203k not just for rehab
It IS: • For any house where the customers wish to make changes • Available to all income level borrowers • Available on almost any property type   It is NOT: • Just for blighted properties…
Looking to sell and buy
Need to sell home located in gated-community, Lake Wildwood, Macon, GA. House is one story, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, about 1200sq ft in culdesac on 0.23acres. Built in 1983.  Quiet area. Been in home since…
Looking for an agent who is an expert in foreclosure/short sale/auction homes.I am looking for someone with many years of experience and deal with ban
Looking for an agent who is an expert in foreclosure/short sale/auction homes. I am looking for someone with many years of experience and can deal with the in/outs with the banks. Someone who has connection…
What are the benefits to being a Real Estate Broker?
What are the liabilities, do you have to audit each file an Agent does? Why have th Costs (franchise fees, employees, leasing expenses)? Do you actually net more after you pay expenses than the Agent?
I am being asked to do a second home inspection because the bank from which I am obtaining the loan needs one for them but they don't want to
use the copy I have when I originally had a home inspection done. This is not a problem the problem is that they want me to pay for it. Is this process normal?
Madison Realty Jeff @ Paula Pearson
If you are interested in buying or selling property in our area please contact Paula or myself. We have 17 years combined experiance in the Real Estate business. We would be happy to answer any questions…
Tips on How to Keep your Garage in Order
  Author: Flynna Sarah E. Molina Garage is nice to see if you have cleaned it and maintained its orderliness.  Usually, this part of the house is left untidy and messy.  Most of homeowners would just…
Buying Foreclosed Properties – Most Important Tips for Home Buyers
  Author: roseywriter Investing in the complicated world of real estate is quite tricky yet highly fulfilling as long as you did the right thing. In purchasing foreclosed properties, it is very important…
Tips on How to Plan Your Budget When Moving
Author: www.movinglocal.com Moving can cost a lot especially when you hire a moving company. One should plan the move to avoid high expenses and having a lot of bills that should be paid. The moving company…
April Market Statistics - Pasadena
Hi everyone, Every month we are going to start posting the previous month's market statistics! This is a great way for you to easily get a snap-shot of what's going on in your area. This is a really…
8+ ac with home / BANK OWNED FORECLOSURE / Teton Valley
Bank owned foreclosure.8+ ac w/ homeTeton Valley Idaho$140KpH 208 390 0737
Surprise, Surprise, Surprise - Mortgage Rates at 50 Year Low
Well this came as a bit of a surprise.  Just last month there was speculation that the interest rates would go up due to the termination in March of the Federal Reserve program.  That increase could…
Are You Ready to Buy a Home? Take This Test
Answer these basic questions to find out if you are really ready to become a home buyer You may be financially qualified to buy a home, but are you ready for the responsibilities that come with home ownership?…
Important Mortgage News for anyone considering buying or selling a New Jersey home
Don’t buy that furniture and flat screen TV just yet if you’ve recently applied for a mortgage. Beginning June 1st most lenders in New Jersey will be ordering a second full credit screening just prior…
Affordability in Real Estate - $200K is the new $400K
Now that the federal tax incentives for homebuyers have officially expired it has left many people wondering what incentive is left to drive the real estate recovery. The answer is quite simply affordability. …
These hills are HELL on heels... Change a-foot on Nob Hill
"These hills are HELL on heels:  6" Stillettos or 4" cowboy boots - downhill slides are tough, especially when cocktailing."  My good friend, Strange de Jim once said to me... I can count the number…
My mortgage is updside down by 50-60k. Is there any hope of selling and moving during the next year without ruining my credit?
My mortgage is updside down by 50-60k. Is there any hope of selling and moving during the next year without ruining my credit?
How do I get info on this property? What if I wanted to buy it? how would I get to do so?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Florida/Tampa/sold/870956-20126-Nob-Oak-Ave-Tampa-FL-33647
I need information on property 602 Howard P. Carter Drive in Tuskegee, AL. Please provide me with as much info. as possible i am interested in it.
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3011464382-602-Howard-P-Carter-Dr-Tuskegee-AL-36083
We need help selling our home in Waynesboro, VA! We are close to 120 days now and not a single offer.
In 2 weeks we will be paying 2 house payments! How can I get my house sold? We have lowered the price a total of 20,000 dollars already!
Beach Tour VIDEO of Venice FL Beaches on the Gulf of Mexico! See how CLEAN these beaches are!
New Beach Tour video @ http://www.StanRolle.com, Florida Gulf Coast Beaches of Venice FL are CLEAN & SAFE! #Gulf_of_Mexico #Florida Beaches
New Policy Could Delay or Deny Loans Right Before Closing
Fannie Mae is stepping up lender responsibilities on conventional loans. Known as the “Loan Quality Initiative” (LQI), the new policies will change the mortgage lending process. Two of the biggest…
Rockin' Blues, Brews & BBQ Fest at Park Tavern
Enjoy live bands, beer and sweet barbecue at Park Tavern this weekend.The 3rd Annual  Rockin' Blues, Brews & BBQ Fest is Sunday, May 30th from 2pm - 11pm. The event will happen rain or shine! Tickets are…
Assembly approves tax credit for Middlesex, Morris, Essex, Sussex counties and the rest of New Jersey
Legislation that would create a tax credit for home purchases made in 2010 was approved Thursday by the Assembly. The bill would establish the New Jersey Homebuyer Tax Credit Program, under the state gross…
REALTOR Productivity Drops Below 2 Home Sales Per Year!
With the real estate market still sluggish, it should come as no great surprise to see that the average production levels of Tallahassee REALTORS is dropping. As part of our total scrutiny of the Tallahassee…
NAR Spins Another Housing Report
Every month on the 25th, the National Association of REALTORS® releases the Existing Home Sales Report which includes single family detached homes, condominiums, townhouses and co-ops. Of all the real…
How does new condo association get more board participation?
I am new to the business of owning a condo association and or a HOA, I am the condo board president and there is only one other person on the condo association board. We are having trouble attracting…
Buttonwood Cove, Longboat Key, Florida
Buttonwood Cove, Longboat Key, Florida Across the Bay from Sarasota sits Longboat Key, the northern-most of Sarasota's barrier islands. Longboat Key is known for offering upscale, exclusive, and private…
We Enjoy Working Short Sales
We Enjoy Working Short Sales Here is why I can say that last week: We closed our listing at 8291 Polk circle in Huntington Beach it sold for $500,000 a single family home. We closed a condo at 233 Encantado…
Is Your Home BABY PROOFED?
Each year, an estimated 22 million children are involved in accidents inside their homes and in their yards. As many as nine out of ten of these accidents could have been prevented by following simple…
Break of contract, any civil action for first time home buyers?
I have been in a contract with an investment company that is purchasing a short sale and then selling it to me. This contract is contigent upon the investment company closing obviously. The investment…
Meet the Boise Home Builders that design and innovate new homes
Boise Home Builder DirectoryIn Business SinceCredentials & QualificationsContact Information 1986          With nearly two decades of experience, Blackstead offers homebuyers dedication,…
how can i find out about this house? does a realty have it or the bank?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1065080263-1406-Lake-Front-Dr-Cairo-GA-39828
My credit score is a 578 is it possible to get a home loan?
My husband and I are thinking about buying our first home
Is this home still on the market? Just curious.
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1077574698-907-S-Highland-Ave-Chanute-KS-66720
How can I reach the seller of this property?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3008217640-557-SW-Cutoff-29-Worcester-MA-01607
Cyber Begging, Maybe a Foreclosure Solution…
In recent years, the global network has become a copy of increasingly accurate of the real world, with its murders, fights and love stories. And, strange as it may seem, this picture would not be complete…
Anyone looking for their own private sandy beach?
Just listed this 0.8 acre on the point of Pamlico Parkway. Older beach cottage needs face lift, but could be used as is. So much privacy! The views are awesome
Thinking About Investing In Real Estate? Here Are Some Investing Tips
When it comes to investing, everybody has certain goals and aspirations. Here are some guidelines every aspiring real estate investor needs to know: 1. Compare property values and rents Financial statistics…
can i get a listing agent's phone number?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Georgia/Doraville/sold/489045-2857-Sumac-Dr-Doraville-GA-30360
Prioritizing Monthly Expenses To Avoid Foreclosure
What happens when the personal monthly debt exceeds monthly income? This is a question facing many people living in this area. How does a person with a limited income and the prospect of a pending personal…
Is the square footage on a garage considered in the heated space on a listing ? And if I have a contemporary home and the "basement" has 3
walls exposed , 2 full bedrooms & a fireplace and opens up onto a landscaped patio with 2 double doors - it is still considered below grade basement (2501 Countrywood)? I want to sell it but need a…
How to interpret disappointing offers that fall in the same range
So, you have received multiple offers in the first 60 days of your marketing effort, all within a tight band, and all disappointing to you.   How should you respond?   Recently I experienced this very…
is this still available?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1078519369-27185-Sailfish-Dr-Orange-Beach-AL-36561
HOMEBUYERS Programs offer up to $14,500 in Credits + funds to assist in closing cost up to $7,500
ATTENTION HOMEBUYERS !!! The Tax credit may have ended.  However, we have stabilization programs available extending the Credits up to $14,500 plus closing cost up to 7,000 Income apply contact me…
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