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Seattle Home Prices Up 9% Since February
Home prices in the Seattle area seem to be picking up as inventory drops and home buyers begin to build confidence.  The number of multiple-offer situations and "bidding wars" has increased significantly…
Spring Cleaning Tips for Sellers
Spring is coming soon and if you are a prospective seller, now is one of the best times of the year to put your house on the market with a Realtor.  Spring is the time to spruce up your house.The following…
4623 and 4631 Pulaski Hwy Middle TN Horse Property For Sale
Welcome to 4623 & 4631 Pulaski Hwy located in Culleoka, TNExtremely attractive new price for this impeccable 65 + acre, two home Equestrian property in Culleoka, TN. The property boasts year round…
Successful Open House – Tips for Buyers, Sellers and Agents!
  Having a Successful Open House – Tips for Buyers, Sellers and Agents! It’s that time of year again – Spring! And that means let’s sell some real estate people! If you are a seller, you are…
Home Sells In The Platinum Triangle, Coral Gables
The home located at 7801 Erwin Road in the Platinum Triangle closed last week for a sales price of $1,915,000 or $355.00 per square foot.  The tax rolls reported 3,355 as the square footage of the property however…
Can you put any pitures up of the home? or email me any? shanetegrnv@gmail.com
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/foreclosure/3075998936--Judson-Rd-Spring-Lake-MI-49456
Massapequa Waterfront Townhouse~New Price!
Waterfront Town House~TOO MUCH TO LIST! New Price.  Take the tour at: http://www.Obeo.com/710861.  Contact Richard Bocchieri, Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker of Netter Real Estate for more information…
What is "hand/earnest" money?
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are there photos of this house? I heard once that it was a vacation rental.
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/California/San_Diego/sold/6835432-2093-Venice-St-San-Diego-CA-92107
is this home really sold?
number of people in the family -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Missouri/Imperial/sold/689883-3839-W-Rock-Creek-Rd-Imperial-MO-63052
I am rebuilding my credit and I really want to make my Mother's last days happy, is there any company that would help me. Mother draws $2000. a
month and I draw $1228 a month. We would not have a problem making payments if just I could get help.
interested in viewing place,
call 5868406208 Brittany -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/rental/3079091888--Beach-Ave-Albany-NY-12203
Top 5 Reasons To Buy A Home In Today's Market
1. There is lots of inventory to choose from2. Great interest rates3. Many assistance programs4. Savings on your taxes due to deductions for mortgage interest5. And most importantly IT WILL BE YOURS!!!
Values Are Up Significantly In Coral Gables During First Quarter Of 2012
The first quarter figures are out for 2012 and the data shows that values and sales are up in Coral Gables!  During the first quarter of 2012 we had 114 single family homes sold at an average price per…
Could we do a lease to purchase with the price being $1500/month? Thank you, Karen
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/rental/3056209406-3615-Azurite-St-Cumming-GA-30040
Should your realtor advise you if house is in flood zone?
We purchased a home for investment. We put 30% down and carry a small mortgage with a national bank that required flood insurance if needed. Well guess what? It seems it's in a flood zone. They…
How Long Will It Take To Sell My House?
One question that I often get asked on listing appointments is “how long will it take to sell my house?”  If you asked me that question 18 months ago when inventory was at an all time high, I would…
Important Real Estate News of the Day - April 9, 2012
Good morning and welcome to my Real Estate Blog where we discuss local, regional and national real estate news and information.  We encourage you to comment on properties shown, as well as market conditions…
How serious is asbestos noted on the Seller's Disclosure?
I'm interested in a property but the Seller's Disclosure notes asbestos in the vermiculite insulation. I did some research and learned that it was used by thousands of homeowners for walls and attics…
Snapper Creek Lakes, 2012 Market Update
Snapper Creek Lakes is a gated community located west of Old Cutler Road in Coral Gables.  Although not directly on the bay, the community does offer canal-front, lake-front and lagoon-front properties. …
Hello, I am buying a house in Somers Point and was wondering is these crimes were often and how safe the neighborhood was. Please let me know.
I was wondering if the innocent I see happened suddenly and if it was someone they did not know or if it was a spouse or something along those lines. Thanks
Homes Get More Affordable On March Jobs Data
Americans continue to get back to work.Last Friday, in its Non-Farm Payrolls report for the month of March, the Bureau of Labor Statistics announced 120,000 net new jobs created, plus combined revisions…
Tips for First Time Home Buyers- Making an Offer
Tips for First Time Home Buyers- Making an Offer When you're house shopping, you can't pull a number out of a hat. Find out what other homes in the area have sold for, how long ago the sale was and what…
I am looking for foreclosures in the Trinity Lakes area or surrounding areas.
Are there any foreclosurer properties in the Trinity Lakes area or surrounding areas?
Virginia Highland vs. Virginia Highlands?
Virginia Highland vs. Virginia Highlands?  What do you think?  We've always thought, drop the S!  However, a vintage advertisement from 1922 advertises new lots available for development in what is…
Looking to buy a home in Osteen, FL
We have a specific house in mind and I need to get in touch with a lender about getting pre-approved. The house is in pre-forclosure and is currently vacant. I've been told by TD Bank and several…
Home Sales in Canton, MI from Feb. 6 to Feb. 12, 2012
Sales in Canton, MI for the week of      Feb. 6 to Feb. 12, 2012 Single Family Type of Address Price* Bedrooms Baths Basement Sq. ft. Ownership 8497…
Home Sales in Novi, MI from Feb. 6 to Feb. 12, 2012
Sales in Novi, MI for the week of      Feb. 6 to Feb. 12, 2012 Single Family Type of Address Price Bedrooms Baths Basement Sq. ft. Ownership 23166…
Home Sales in Northville, MI from Feb. 6 to Feb. 12, 2012
Sales in Northville, MI for the week of  Feb. 6 to Feb. 12, 2012 Single Family Type of Address Price* Bedrooms Baths Basement Sq. ft. Ownership…
13 Oak Mews Court...Will there be an open house for this property coming up?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3061659902-13-Oak-Mews-Ct-Ocean-NJ-07712
Home Sales in Plymouth, MI from Feb. 6 to Feb. 12, 2012
Sales in Plymouth, MI for the week of      Feb. 6 to Feb. 12, 2012 Single Family Type of Address Price* Bedrooms Baths Basement Sq. ft. Ownership…
I was intrested in this apartment my email is APartozoti11@gmail.com
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/rental/3072173021-147-North-Ave-C-Washington-PA-15301
SELLING YOUR HOME
MOTIVATIONAL REASONS TO SELL YOUR HOME1. Are you commuting several hours a day and the commute is to far? Plus gas prices keep rising.2. Are your children grown and your home is now to big?3. Is your home…
Four Ways to Give A Great Elevator Speech
MORTGAGE LOCK ADVISORY  April 10, 2012, 6:30 AM PST Click for Lock Advice Updated Several Times Daily          Mortgage Interest Rate lock Advice for locks within 8 days: FLOAT With Caution Mortgage…
BofA Makes Changes to Trim Short Sale Timeline
Read the complete article...http://www.dsnews.com/articles/bofa-makes-changes-to-trim-short-sale-timeline-2012-04-09Buyer 50%-60% Cash Rebate / Seller 50% Commission Discount Quality Full Service! Work…
Greetings, Is this property still available?
I have been fallowing this property for months, and it seems to come on and off the market with different prices on different real estate pages. If it is still available I would like to set up a viewing,…
Green Vs. Non Green. By Dan Polimino.
We have heard an awful lot about “Green Homes” and “Green Construction” in the last few years. In fact, builders have been working hard to fill this demand in the marketplace, but is there really…
First Quarter 2012: Coconut Grove Real Estate Market Update
Virgin Gorda, BVIVirgin Gorda, BVII am back from vacation and ready to kick off the 2nd quarter of 2012.  While I was away real estate activity was still hopping here in Coconut Grove and although I…
Evaluate Your House for Basement Finishing
I just finished my basement recently and it came out great.  Adding space to your home really changes your daily living.  I am in my new basement office right now writing this.Some unfinished basements…
Do you think that "FEELINGS" get in the way of a Real Estate Transaction?"
Do "FEELINGS" get in the way of a Real Estate Transaction?" In my opinion they sure can... but should they? Afterall both Buyers and Sellers are real people and real people have real feelings. In a Bank…
Unique Home Hits The Market In Coconut Grove!
The home located at 3230 Calusa Street was sold back in 2009 for $1,556,000.  The new owners did renovations on the home and placed it back on the market recently for a list price of $3,150,000.  This…
Home Featured On New York Times Sells!
You may remember the post I did about the home at 4571 Linden Lane last month which was featured in The New York Times (read that post here: Coconut Grove real estate in The New York Times).  Just to…
Is this property on Forest Hills Drive in Cumming still available? If so, please call at 404-218-6225
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/foreclosure/3057626974--Forest-Hills-Dr-Cumming-GA-30041
153 Greenvale Drive Lexington, SC Homes and Real Estate for Sale in Oak Pointe
153 Greenvale Drive Lexington, SC Homes and Real Estate for Sale in Oak Pointe Oak Pointe Real Estate for Sale in Lexington, SC- Nice 4 bedroom, 2 bath single story home with front porch. There’s…
Coconut Grove Is Far From Cookie Cutter
Last week I was showing one of my listings in Coconut Grove to an agent who was clearly not from around here.  After seeing the house he asked me: “Why does the Grove have so many small houses…
7 Reasons Life Is Better in an Active Adult Community
There are many reasons why empty-nesters and retirees choose to live in active adult communities. Some love the idea of living on a championship golf course, others are drawn to the wide variety of social…
Virginia Highland vs. Virginia Highlands?
Virginia Highland vs. Virginia Highlands?  What do you think?  We've always thought, drop the S!  However, a vintage advertisement from 1922 advertises new lots available for development in what is…
NEWS FOR THE WEEK 04/04/2012
For the latest NEWS FOR THE WEEK click hereCall Carol Stewart if you have any questions 941-276-1162   
Culinary Institute of America brings visitors to Hyde Park NY
The Culinary Institute of America, the  CIA along with the FDR Library, Vanderbilt Mansion and Val-Kill brings vistors to Hyde Park NY yearly.If you have never been to to CIA here is a chance to take…
Plenty of noise; little action
http://moneycorpus.com/ - US payrolls disappoint- Upward pressure on franc tests SNB resolveGood morning. Britain’s chancellor is reported to have been “shocked” to hear that the country’s top…
Equity Trust: Create Wealth With Your IRA
April 22, 2012. Starts at 9:00 amSheraton Bradley International Airport Hotel1 Bradley International Airport. Windsor Locks, CTRegister and Learn More at http://www.ctreia.com/events.php?a=v&i=435Bring…
Purchased a home to discover a toilet doesn't work and no permit was pulled for remodel
I have recently purchased my first house and discovered just after I moved in that the seller's did not pull permits for adding a bathroom in addition to other things they should have pulled permits…
owner financing
Do you have any?
Im a Realtor in Greensboro, NC. Id like to know if there is an option to where I put all my listing in on as many websites as possible. any advice?
I see sites like Postlets, but they make me put in Listings one aat a time.......is there someway I can set up an account to where it will auto populate my listings off mls? :) Anything close to this…
Big Changes To BofA Short Sale Process This Weekend
ORLANDO, Fla. – April 9, 2012 – Bank of America is set to roll out a new short sale process and documents designed to reduce the approval process to 20 days.The changes are so extensive that the Equator platform…
I drove to this house and it was VERY empty. I am interested in this house. Is it bank owned?
There is a note on the door about foreclosure and padlocks to outside. -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Kentucky/Germantown/sold/1000385225-4044-Justin-Scott-Ln-Germantown-KY-41044
Rents keep rising as home prices stagnate
By Les Christie NEW YORK (CNNMoney) -- Renting used to be cheaper than buying. But in many U.S. cities that's no longer the case, as rents continue to climb and home prices stagnate.While asking prices…
I need to know the lot size and how close are the neighbors.....NOT TOO close I hope I am looking for a min of 1 acr,
Optional details about your question -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3072114462-3650-Southlake-Cir-Cumming-GA-30041
interesting im george 5084044799
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/rental/3079091888--Beach-Ave-Albany-NY-12203
this address says its available on one website and not on trulia so i was just wondering
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Colorado/Peyton/sold/1000076234-7665-Sniktau-Pt-Peyton-CO-80831
How to sell a home in Orchard Park -
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I can’t vote, but you can!! Vote Today
A New TWIST to the “Miss Outer Banks Pageant”! Your vote counts, so don’t forget to VOTE!!  Follow this link to look through each of the beautiful contestants and leave a comment below the article…
The Myth of Too Many Credit Inquiries
  Hard inquiries, soft inquiries, inquiries, shminquiries!!!  If you have a decent credit score (because you pay your bills on time, and don't owe the maximum on your revolving credit accounts, and keep…
Spring Outlook: Reports From the Field Suggest Better Days Ahead
Spring Outlook: Reports From the Field Suggest Better Days Ahead By: Carrie Bay Despite the fact that key market indicators released in recent weeks have shown declines in home sales, anecdotal reports…
Market Conditions $500,000 to $600,000
Current Market Conditions Orchard Park Single Family Homes 500-600 K April 2012 There are 6 active listings with an average list price of  $553,100 ranging from $529,000 to $ 585,000 with an average…
Waterfront Real Estate Market Conditions
Waterfront homes are highly desired around the country and so often not obtainable around the country with homes selling for millions in Florida it is hard to believe the incredible values we have right…
We are interested in possibly purchasing this property. We are first time home buyers and dont know much about the foreclosures process. Thank you
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/foreclosure/3064917206--Belmar-Dr-Norman-OK-73071
Lockport Real Estate Market Conditions
Attention Lockport Home Sellers! Now that I have your attention, you may want to read the many articles I have written about the importance of pricing your Lockport home for sale correctly.   Otherwise…
Amherst Homes $100,000 to $200,000
In Amherst and Williamsville there are many wonderful homes for sale.   We are looking at a specific price range of $100,000 – $200,000 for this report.    There are many home buyers looking for…
125 Sea Tern Drive Duck, NC 27949
Offered at$798,000Single Family Home4 Bedrooms2 Bathrooms1 Partial BathroomInterior: 1,560 sqftPositive Cashflow of $800 per Month!You'll love the $800 per month POSITIVE cash flow you'll get when owning…
Understanding Your Credit Score
What Is A Credit Score?When lenders evaluate a loan application, a process called underwriting, they try to evaluate your ability and willingness to repay the loan. They judge the borrower's ability to…
More money needed to obtain an FHA loan - FHA Hikes Fees on Mortgages
FHA Hikes Fees on MortgagesHome buyers with mortgages backed by the Federal Housing Administration will soon see a rise in fees, the agency announced Monday. The agency is raising its fees in an effort…
Real Estate Supply And Demand April 2012
Both the real and relative supply of houses for sale in Tallahassee are experiencing the normal rise that occurs at the beginning of the spring each year. The 2,065 houses listed for sale in the Tallahassee…
Real Estate News for Lancaster NY
Average DOM - 93 Lancaster New York Real Estate Market Report Current Real Estate Market Report for Lancaster NY April 8, 2012 There are 177 active single-family homes with an average list price…
Amy Pfister Top Real Estate Agent - Elma NY
Amy is a local and Attended Iroquois Schools  she nows the market in Elma NY call a agent that know the area.
Home Shopping in the Charlotte Area?
If you’re home shopping in the Charlotte Area, there may be some good news in store for you. Since the housing bubble burst a short time ago, home prices have dropped, and now might be a very good time…
IS THERE AN HOA FEE ASSOCIATED WITH THIS PROPERTY?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Georgia/Buford/sold/80023-4191-Chatham-Crest-Ln-Buford-GA-30518
Sarasota – Lakewood Ranch – Bradenton, FL Gulf Coast– GREEN is the New Home Building & Remodeling Way to Build!
Sarasota – Lakewood Ranch – Bradenton, FL Gulf Coast– GREEN is the New Home Building & Remodeling Way to Build!Did you know we have all levels of GREEN Builders on the Florida Gulf Coast? I saw…
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