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Stevenson High School is ranked in the top 3%
if you would like to read my entire blog ....  www.judygreenberg.comStevenson High School District 125 is once again  listed as one the the top 3 % of schools according to the US News and World Report Of…
Homeowner Tax Tips
Homeowner Tax Tips First let me say, if you’re thinking about buying a home, you might want to put a rush on it. The federal first time homebuyer tax credit (up to $8,000) and the repeat home buyers…
In today's market, would you consider it a wise investment to buy a condo?
I have a client who wants to buy a condo or townhome close to downtown, but is concerned about resale in 4 - 5 years. Condo sales are on the rise in our city. Most of his friends have purchased condos…
Indian Trail Real Estate Market Update - April 2010
Indian Trail Real Estate Market Update Data acquired from the CMLS 3/1/2010 - 3/31/2010 In the month of March, 116 single family homes were added to the market of available inventory in Indian Trail,…
Does anyone know how much longer FHA will allow 6% seller contribution?
And, if a seller is under contract but the amount of allowed contribution changes before closing will the current 6% allowed when the contract was executed apply or will it revert to what ever the % allowed…
What is the average time that a property is in a pre-forclosure status before the lender takes ownership?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/foreclosure/2003672978--Terra-Bella-Ct-Camarillo-CA-93012
just listed, another foreclosure stopped! Camby short sell at 8723 Blooming Grove Drive
Another home owner we have helped avoid foreclosure, 8723 Blooming Grove Drive.  A Camby short sell.Short Sell!  Motivated Seller!  You won't find a home priced better ANYWHERE in Camby!  Over 3,500…
$40K off a Green Home for the 40th Anniversary of Earth Day!
Builder Linda Marick believes that the 40th anniversary of Earth Day is the ideal time to match a potential buyer with the prestigious new home at250 N Myrtle Avenuein Elmhurst.  To demonstrate her commitment…
how much will agents negotiate commission?
Since I'm nearly underwater and all the equity will be eaten up in realtor commision.
How long after you buy a house can you refinance?
We are buying a house in preforclosure and should get some built in equity. We have a credit card that we would like to rope into the loans so we would like to refinance. How long after purchase can we…
do you have homes with the option to lease?
im looking for a lease option i dont have great credit but its in the fixings. i possibly have a decent down payment and would like more info thanks for your time -- This question is about this property:…
how long has this house been on the market?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/photos/3005335761-8-Timothy-Dell-Hampton-VA-23669
section one found
Hi I am buying a short sale condo as -is. I found section one termite damage during inspection. What should I do? Do I need to pay for it?
Could you please give me the full address to this home?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3007151678-1815-16-Gainesville-FL-32609
Woodrow High Spring Musical
What:   Beauty and the BeastWhen:   April 15 - 18Where:  Woodrow Wilson High School  100 S. Glasgow Dr. Dallas Woodrow Wilson High School, known for their famously professional musical productions,…
New Maryland Foreclosure Laws
Last night the Maryland General Assembly passed HB 472. This is the mandatory mediation bill introduced my Gov. O’Malley. This bill will enable homeowners to insist on mandatory mediation prior to…
Could you please tell me where this home is located?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3007981812-Single-Family-Home-Gainesville-FL-32609
Massachusetts Flooding Causes Well Water Contamination!
I am pleased to introduce guest blogger Ashley Connolley from Northeast Water Wells who is here to discuss some of the potential issues a home owner can face from the recent record breaking storms and…
Ask The Expert: Speeding Up a Short Sale to Meet the Tax Credit Deadline; Per Diem; Rental Applications
Q. My fiancé and I are currently trying to purchase a short sale property. We’re first time home buyers , and we’re very nervous we will not be in a position to push the sale through fast enough to…
I am the original owner of 49 Hackensack Rd. Brookline, MA Who bought the house on March 27, 2009?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Massachusetts/Chestnut_Hill/sold/21895223-49-Hackensack-Rd-Chestnut-Hill-MA-02467
Jersey City Condo Market Update March 2010
Below is the Jersey real estate market update for condominium sales for March 2010 in Downtown Jersey City. All information is gathered from the Hudson County Multiple Listing Service. Active Downtown…
Palm Beach County Mortgage Experts!
Looking for a home loan in the Palm Beach County area?You’ve come to the right place! When you decide to buy a home or refinance a mortgage in Boca Raton or the surrounding areas, your search for a home…
Russell & Jeffcoat Agents Making A Great Company Even Better!
This message appeared on the back page of The State Newspaper, Real Estate Weekly. A message from Russell & Jeffcoat Realtors To our Agents and Staff . . . We want to thank each of you for your dedication,…
Re: Today's (Sunday) public open houses - encouraged nationwide by the NAR..........
For those agents who hosted an open house today (4/11) - did you see an increase in the number of attendees, or was it a typical Sunday open house turnout?
Wailea Maui and Makena Maui - join the groups on Facebook.
Are you on Facebook yet?  Have you heard of Facebook groups?  It's a great way to learn more about an area or city, and meet some people who live there or who share your interests in the place.  If…
How much land does this property include?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3002019547-071-S-County-Road-1602-Heeney-CO-80498
California Mortgage Debt Relief Act
    In California a new state law allows taxpayers to automatically eliminate from their income how much of their mortgage debt on their home loan that was forgiven by their lender. State Controller…
I am looking to add a full bath in my rental house in ocean city, is it illegal? what is the worst case scenerio??
I have 4 ,2 to 3 bed room units in oceancity for summer rental . I want to add a bath in each of them . Getting a permit is what i want but i am told it is a slow process, i do not have time , i want…
what is the maintenance?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3004051474-301-E-69th-St-3K-New-York-NY-10021
Opelika, AL house for sale www.212OakParkDr.info
REMARKS:This is a great starter home in Cedar Creek of Opelika. Three bedrooms two baths, large eat in kitchen with breakfast bar. The living room has a wood burning fireplace. The master bedroom has an…
Is this property still available??
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Virginia/Ashburn/sold/1009620-21077-Roaming-Shores-Ter-Ashburn-VA-20147
Donate Your Unwanted Items
To donate your unwanted items call SALVATION ARMYTo schedule a time for them to come to your home and pick up the itemsplease call 800-SA-TRUCKFor more information you can go to WWW.SATRUCK.ORG
how many bedrooms does 1902 cresent place have and are there any pictures of the inside of the house?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Texas/Midland/sold/23757567-1902-Crescent-Pl-Midland-TX-79705
What is the difference, between Poor and the very Rich getting Foreclosed on their Properties and Estates?
Read the article Los Angeles Times dated Tuesday April 13th 2010, "WAMU" Build a Mortgage Time Bomb! I like to hear some comments on the Largest Bank Failure in U.S. History!
Big Banks Claiming They Have Enough Staff To Help Homeowners
    Since 2007, homeowners all across the country have definitely felt painful blows from the housing crisis. Borrowers are looking for help in the wrong places, or just not getting the right help they…
Points for the Home Seller: Proper Pricing
Points for the Home Seller: Proper Pricing The Market will determine the Price How to determine value : The Comparative Market Listed property does not determine value: It represents top of the Market Expired…
We are really interested in this property. Does anyone know who we need to talk to?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/photos/1092123862-5311-S-County-Road-1216-Midland-TX-79706
Looking for a REO realtor
Hi, I'm seriously looking for a buyer realtor who is specialized in reo transactions. Please let me know if you know some one. Thanks
How long will we have to wait for a response from the bank and is there a way to speed up this process?
Three weeks ago, I placed a best and final offer on a foreclosure home in Georgia. We have been able to find out that my agent sent the offer to the listing agent who sent it to Fidelity National Asset…
I would like to see if this property is still available. I would like to see it. Dorothy Howell 314 645-3372 or 618 531-4717
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1079577381-Single-Family-Home-GODFREY-IL-62035
O'Bama's New Plan Offers Help to Slow Foreclosures
Here is some information on the new plan from Obama.  Unemployed homeowners and homeowners in areas where the home value plumeted have some new help.Washington - The Obama administration on Friday announced…
The HAFA Program
The federal government's short sale program guidelines for the Home Affordable Foreclosure Alternatives (HAFA) program went into effect on April 5, 2010. Bank of America Home Loans is implementing HAFA,…
Atlanta, Georgia: What Draws Active Adults
From its earliest days, the city of Atlanta took shape as a bustling railroad town. The area has a long history of attracting lively visitors and new residents from diverse backgrounds. Today, with its…
Tax Credit
The $8500 Tax credit is set to expire on April 30, 2010. If you want to take advantage of this once and lifetime opportunity you have to be under contract by later April 30 and be set to close on a property…
Autism, a Gift to our Family
When my Grandson was diagnosed with Autism two years ago I didn't really grasp the reality of Autism or even understand what it was.  All I knew, Brady was a strange little boy that wouldn't or couldn't…
A Washington Mutual branch in Laguna Hills.
The Seattle-based thrift, which was seized by federal regulators in September 2008 and sold to JPMorgan Chase for $1.9 billion, had nearly a third of its 2,200 branches in California. (Mark Boster / Los…
Unmarried and buying a house together.
Lender is suggesting we sign a statement claiming we are cousins to assure FHA financing. What kind of trouble can we get into for making false statement? Who monitors this type of stuff?
I'm interested in relocated to Maggie. Can you tell me more about this home? Would I be able to rent it be? Eileen - 718-478-6585
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3007931123-Lot-Land-Maggie-Valley-NC-28751
I bought a condo, and love everything about except my HOA organization is not that active, and meet only once a year to address.
Now I have this water damage by my door caused by an outside leak from the outside garden attached to my unit and water coming from the roof. I asked the HOA to repair the leak and the damage, and they…
Do you have to pay a monthly space Fee, if so how much a month ?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1094834145-900-Old-Stockton-Rd-542-Oakdale-CA-95361
The Kawohl Team Attends RE/MAX North Central's Top Agent Summit
Bloomington, Minnesota  – RE/MAX North Central is pleased to announce that The Kawohl Team, with RE/MAX Results in Woodbury, MN attended the Top Agent Summit held on Friday, April 9th at the W Hotel…
Homestead Tax Credit/Property Tax Assessment Appeals
I urge all current home owners in Maryland to apply for the Homestead Tax Credit. This law limits the amount of assessment increase on which eligible resident homeowners actually pay county, municipal…
NO MORE STATE TAX ON FORGIVEN DEBT
Distressed homeowners no longer have to pay California state income tax on debt forgiven in a short sale, foreclosure, or loan modification.  Enacted into law 04/12/10, Senate Bill 401 generally aligns…
HOME FOR SALE, STATEN ISLAND, NEW YORK - DETACHED 2 FAMILY 7/4 WITH FINISHED BASEMENT AND GARAGE
***MINT CONDITION*** TURN KEY HOME. JUST UNPACK AND ENJOY! - 695 LEVERETT AVE -Eltingville LARGE EAT IN KITCHEN WITH PLENTY CABINETS AND COUNTER SPACE BREATH TAKING EAT KITCHEN WITH CHERRYWOOD…
long, strange trip and thoughts on a ny times piece
Did you see yesterday's New York Times? One of the articles was a real trip. Literally. Or perhaps metaphysically. Researchers are charting whether the use of hallucinogens have an impact on an array…
NO MORE STATE TAX ON FORGIVEN DEBT
Distressed homeowners no longer have to pay California state income tax on debt forgiven in a short sale, foreclosure, or loan modification.  Enacted into law 04/12/10, Senate Bill 401 generally aligns…
My home is the lowest/best priced home for the size in my neighborhood. We have had 42 showings since listing in early January. Feedback is
postive, and yet, I am still here. I am looking for opinions of the price of my home as compared to my comps. I think we are priced fairly as we are less than 2003 prices and spent quite a bit upgrading…
La Jolla Market Surges in March
La Jolla Home Sales Surge in March  Sales of detached single family homes were strong throughout the county in March, and La Jolla was no exception. In 92037, 27 single family homes closed escrow this…
Is a one or two carport?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/photos/3000665060-12445-Cherry-Hills-Dr-Sun-City-AZ-85351
House Hunting? What fits your style?
Take a minute to think what fits your life style? Check out Bear Valley Homes for Sale to find your house/townhouse/condo in the Denver metro area. That fits you!When you are considering to buy. You should…
Please advise the sales status on this property. Thank you
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1086244157-15324-W-Merser-Ln-Surprise-AZ-85379
How is the tax calculated? by purchase price or county assessed value?
I am buying a property for $250k, but the title company use $300k to calculate the tax, why would that happened? The property on average worth $300k in the area which my property at, but my property is…
We are in the middle of purchasing a home using a VA loan. Our initial offer was 243,500, sellers countered at 245K, we agreed. Today my loan
officer told me the appraisal report came in today on an "FHA format" instead of a "VA format" and with the purchase price set at 243,500 and the appraised value at 243,500. My loan…
Looking To Sell Your Home...Make It Smile
There is probably no better season than the spring season.  All the flowers and trees are beginning to bloom.  The sun is shining and kids are back outside playing after their winter hibernation.  …
Fairfield County & NY Metro Real Estate News - Tuesday, April 13, 2010 - Is the recession over?
  Is the recession over?  Regular readers of this blog know that CNN Money reported yesterday "economists" say it is too soon to say the recession is over.  Today we report on a dissenter from the…
WOW...A North Miami House for Under $50,000?!??! Yessssireeee!
Wenceslao Fernandez Jr CDPE, Keller Williams Realty Miami BeachContact MeLocal WeatherArea DirectoryHome | ...Emailed ListingsDetails | Home Services | Free Accounts | Home | Featured Properties | Home…
Cherry Grove Subdivision Thompsons Station Homes for Sale, Properties in Cherry Grove, Real Estate Spring Hill TN
Cherry Grove Subdivision Thompsons Station Homes for Sale, Properties in Cherry Grove, Real Estate Spring Hill TN Cherry Grove Subdivision in Thompson’s Station has homes from $190,000 to over $400,000. The…
No More State Tax (CA) on Forgiven Debt
NO MORE STATE TAX ON FORGIVEN DEBT Distressed homeowners no longer have to pay California state income tax on debt forgiven in a short sale, foreclosure, or loan modification.  Enacted into law yesterday,…
Looking for a house
Can anyone provide me a house for sale list in 94526? I am looking for a house with walking distance to Monte Vista or San Ramon Valley high.
I hope all agents were busy over the last weekend!
I hope all real estate agents that could fit it into their schedule got out last weekend and did an open house during the Nationwide Open House weekend, April 10-11th! What I got out of it was the feeling…
We had a home inspection performed and after closing we found some major structural defects? Is there any chance for recourse?
Our inspector pointed out that there might be some wood rot/damage to a window in our house. After closing, I was ripping up carpet and noticed the subfloor was very worn/damaged. I went to feel around…
Dayton Nevada - Homes Sold in February & March 2010
Dayton Nevada - Homes Sold in February and March 2010 Only 11 homes closed escrow in the Dayton Valley in February 2010, however, March saw a considerable increase with 25 homes sold.  Here are the…
Does this property have public sewer and water service?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1083327464-99-WESTMORELAND-ST-COLLINSVILLE-IL-62234
5 Signs a Home Has Potential
The best deals on homes these days are often on properties that aren’t perfect. Home shoppers looking for a great deal should keep these factors in mind when they are looking for a place with potential: Location,…
First-Time Buyer in Denver? Ready, Set, Shop Your Mortgage!
Let’s face it, the task of finding the right mortgage can be daunting.  If you’re typical, you don’t buy a house all that often - and if you’re a first time buyer in Denver (or anywhere), you’re…
Ballroom no golf
Can anyone recommend an active retirement community with Ballroom dancing and access to beaches in S.C?  We have no interest in golf, would love to find ballroom without paying the extra for the golf…
So, How's The Denver Real Estate Market? April 2010
Four Important Facts Affecting Denver Area Real Estate:1)  Fact One: The housing inventory for single family and condominiums remains low. Single family homes inventory decreased 22.9% from 2006 to 2010.…
Home Prices Rose in March - Why? Will this Trend Continue?
Tax CrTax Credits, Shoppers Lift Home Prices         County median rises 4 percent in March after two-month slide.es 4 pCounty median rises 4 percent in March after two-month slide.ercoe PricesCounty…
is there any way i could get this agents number im deffinently intrested...?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/rental/3005294700-161-Carrier-St-Liberty-NY-12754
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