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Home Buyers Budget Worksheet
Dave Nuss, Oregon Licensed Real Estate Broker/Realtorwww.Homes-SalemOR.com 1-800-255-1909
Is there a good rental market in ATL right now?
I am looking to move to Atlanta next summer, and I'm thinking of buying a duplex and renting out both sides until I move, then living in one side andrenting out the other. Is there a good demand for…
How to Get an Offer on Your Home
1. Price it right. Set a price at the lower end of your property’s realistic price range.2. Prepare for visitors. Get your house market ready at least two weeks before you begin showing it.3. Be flexible…
Was this the real sales price or was it a short sale/foreclosure.
Zillow has these priced a little below 200k, but this shows a sales price around $130k. Some of these in this group show up one day and then gone the next. Not sure if it is cash buyers (loans are hard…
Is an attorney necessary?
My father recently passed away. He owned land in CA, but did not have a will. Is it true that the land automatically goes to his children? If so, who do we contact to advise of his death, so taxes can…
Are there bank-owned properties for sale in Alameda?
Alameda, separated by a couple of bridges and a tunnel from Oakland, has been "discovered" as another East Bay housing alternative for San Franciscans looking for more affordable housing than what they…
Bond for deed
Bond for deeds are hard to find but if you have a client that is ready it is nice to see a little more bond for deed, especially because they can get the first time home buyer tax credit!
Hi what are the Maint Fees and taxes?
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Stealing Campaign Signs is a Minor Property Crime
OK…finally reported to both the Redding Police and the Shasta County Sheriff’s office….I have had a number of campaign signs removed….especially along Old Oregon Trail near Highway 44 and the Big…
California Realtors/Brokers - New Residential Purchase Agreement.....effective April 2010. (Also WPA & FVA) What's your opinion on the new
drafts? Under car.org, you can review the "new" RPA, WPA, and FVA, contracts being released 4/10. Over 80 changes just on the RPA alone. I personally like the changes made as it seems to be…
Don’t Skip the Inspection in Louisville!!
Not many would argue there is a lot to consider when buying a home in Louisville or anywhere else in the country. Interest rates, home buyer tax credits, points, and loan applications dominate most of…
Tenant can claim the rental property if he/she has been renting there for over 10 years??
Ok I met with an agent and she said in California if the same tenant has been renting at the same property for 10 years, he or she can legally claim and become the owner of the property. We were both in…
Don’t Forget to File for your Homestead Exemptions
Through different types of exemptions, this program either reduces or defers and  increase in the equalized value of your property. The net effect of these exemptions is to lower the assessed valuation…
How much rent could I get for a house in Manor neighborhood in Pacifica, CA 94044?
3 bd, 1 bath, 1 car garage & a large yard, in a quiet family neighborhood, about 8 blocks from the beach, Pacifica, ca 94044
MY HOME LOAN IS IN MY NAME ONLY AS I BOUGHT MY HOUSE PRIOR TO MY MARRIAGE. WE HAVE HAD OUR HOME LISTED FOR MORE THAN 1 YEAR AND NEED TO SELL. I
CURRENTLY HAVE IT LISTED FOR 35,000 LESS THAN OWED. ANY CHANCE THAT I COULD GET APPROVED FOR A SHORT SALE, GIVEN THE HOMES AROUND ME ARE SELLING FOR APX 40,000 LESS THAN I OWE. I KNOW THOUGHT THAT I CAN…
Hi, Is this also for rent? Thanks, Robin
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I have a question in regards to a liability. My father is applying for a mortgage. He is self-employed (works for a Car Service Company as a Limo
Driver - he gets a weekly check with a paystub, and a 1099 at the end of the year). He currently has a personal loan with Bay Ridge Federal Credit Union, and the payments for this loan are deducted weekly…
can I ,make an offer to this property? Is this stil in the market?
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Need assistance ASAP from a local mortgage broker (in CT).....
My husband and I are under contract for a house, we thought we could get a mortgage, went fairly far in the process, and then was told by our broker that our score was under 620 (617)....we need to get…
are there any association fees at this residence? if so how much? thanks
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Is this house still for sale?
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ING Short Sales
Has anyone had any experience with ING short sales? Do they have a pre-short sale packet?
Im looking for a house for rent near Dellview elem School
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3001968735-414-Future-Dr-San-Antonio-TX-78213
This is my property, and it is not updated. 2-years ago the house was rebuilt, that info is updated in the county records. How do you correct Trulia?
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How about some interior shots, please. thank - you
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Is this rent negotiable? I am looking for a rental on May 1, 2010. I don't want to pay more than $1,300.00. Thank you.
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/rental/photos/3007224472-612-Augusta-Cir-Mount-Laurel-NJ-08054
Worker, Homeownership and Business Assistance Act of 2009
Updated with information from the Worker, Homeownership and Business Assistance Act of 2009 Refundable 10% credit on homes purchased after Dec. 31, 2008 and before May 1, 2010, up to $8,000 (previously…
Fraudulent Short Sales
The California Department of Real Estate say it has been alerted to cases of sale fraudulent short sales.  The Department of Real Estate is issuing warnings about fraudulent short sales.  As reported…
Where's the floor plan? When was the building built?
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Surprise! More short sale than bank-owned properties for sale in Oakland
I was looking at the sales activity and had to do a double take. Can it be true? Are there really more short sales now offered for sale, than there are bank-owned in Oakland? As of this writing, there…
with short sales does the seller have power to reject an offer that the bank approves? buyer's rights? seller's rights?
if the buyer is pressured to pay cash for items in the home that is bank possessed and the buyer is unwilling or unable can the seller then stop the buyer proceeding with a purchae through the bank as…
My parents have their home up for sale in Des Moines. They are unhappy with their agent, but she has told them that if they want to switch to another
agent, they have to wait a year before relisting. That can't be true, can it? Why could they not change agents at any time if they are unhappy?
This property info seems not to be correct. This house is larger than 1,250 sq ft. Is it a duplex? Thanks, TK
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Mission Viejo Area Market Report
This weeks market report for Mission Viejo and surrounding areas shows that Orange County Median Prices for the resale homes were up 14.8 percent, for new homes it is up 7.8 percent and for resale condos…
California tax credit up to $10,000
California first time homebuyer tax credit of up to $10,000.  Governor Schwarzenegger signed AB 183 into law, offering a First Time Homebuyer Tax Credit to home buyers buying their first home or purchasing…
12-3 Stuart Dr Freehold Twp 3 Br 2.5 Ba Townhouse For Rent $1850
Sparkly Clean w/ Upgraded Floors Throughout 3 BR 2.5 Ba John Hancock Model @ Independence Square. Fully Eqipped Eat In Kitchen & Laundry Rm, Fireplace in Liv Rm w/ Sliders to Patio w/ Private Views.…
New Continental Country Club Townhouse Listing! $284,900!
Very lightly lived in single level townhouse that shows beautifully on Plateau Dr! This home is available as soon as you want it and can even come furnished! All furnishings available for sale outside…
Beat the home buyers tax credit deadline
The Home Buyers Tax Credit dealine is April 30, so there is no time to waste.  Call Sherrilyn as 970-580-0415 for details or post your questions by selected "comments".
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plese call me my name is john 774 696 71 41 -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3007500380-9-Oak-Leaf-Cir-Worcester-MA-01603
Is this the actual price or the price set to bid it up? If I fly out from Michigan with cash can I get this condo or one similar.
What would the approximate closing costs? Thank You Jean Baker www.jeanjcb2@aol.com -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3007470053-1150-N-Buffalo-Dr-2041-Las-Vegas-NV-89128
First time homebuyer's credit and Notice 2009-12
In regards to the updated first time homebuyer's credit (Nov 6 2009 thru April 2010) do the examples in the IRS Notice 2009-12 still apply? I bought a place with a friend, split 50-50. I qualify…
In Upland, Chino or ontario. Does anyone knows about an exellent office to work for?
Looking for an exellent split, no hidding charges, no transaction coordinator fee, technology, pleasant environment (to meet with clients) and a decent split?
Hello, are there any more photos of the house? I am searching from New York. Thank you, Nicole Johnson
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/map/3007883882-525-11th-Ave-NE-Saint-Petersburg-FL-33701
Could you tell me if there is any Resideance one,inValleySprings communities left.?
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Does it affect my taxes if I purchase my first home in the beginning of the tax year or the end?
My husband and I are looking to purchase our first home this year (2010). We're wondering if there will be a tax difference if we purchase the home earlier in the year opposed to the latter part of…
Great Link to Federal Short Sale Rule Video plus more!
SHORT SALES:  Look for them popping up as being some of the best values on the market over the next 12 months.  They certainly won't be for the faint of heart or impatient buyer.    A great video…
A few weeks ago I found a perfect house for me. My realtor gained access to the house and I liked the inside as well. Immediately after seeing the
home I made an offer for the asking price. Now, it's well over a week later and i haven't heard anything. Both realtors work for the same company Keller Williams... I would think they'd…
Just looking for some advice from people other than my family! There is a home I am interested in making an offer on (it is an estate sale). They
Just looking for some advice from people other than my family! There is a home I am interested in making an offer on (it is an estate sale). The sellers are asking $129,000, fair market value is $119,000.…
Who is the tel number of any person for this house at Tyson ave and the address of the house ?
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A good time to buy? Yes, but no need to rush according to the WJS
Many housing economists have said that for borrowers with stable incomes, good credit history, and FICO scores of at least 620, now is an opportune time to purchase a home. Although inventory rates are…
Is there anyone who could provide the correct monthly rental amount for the following property located in Little Elm?
http://www.trulia.com/rental/3000309208-2632-Lake-Ridge-Dr-Little-Elm-TX-75068
We are current on our mortgage payments, we could not get a home modification loan 6 months ago, we want to short sale, but we can no longer afford
to keep making our payments. We want to handle this the best way to avoid too much hit on our credit and try to find a house to rent before our credit is bad. Right now it's nearly flawless. What…
what are the condo fees? Thank you
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1076439830-25188-MARION-AVE-A204-PUNTA-GORDA-FL-33950
How long for a short sale to close once a bpo has been ordered.?
It has been just over 7 months since I put the offer in. The bank had a BPO done 3 weeks ago and my realtor hasn't heard anything since that time. Does anyone know how far off closing is once the…
The House I'm Buying Just Exploded! What Happens Next?!
Imagine this: You're days away from closing on the purchase of your new home. Then, the unthinkable happens. Utility workers hit a gas line in the yard, and the house explodes!! Well for one unfortunate…
What was Warren Buffett doing in Chicago this week?
Rule #1 - Don't lose  Rule #2 See Rule # 1This week Warren Buffett acquired another real estate firm in Chicago. Does this mean he expects the real estate market to improve reaping returns to his portfolio…
real estate buffalo
I am a foreign investor interested in long time investment in real estate in Buffalo. This property is extremely cheap and with a tremendous high gross yield makes me very sceptical. What is the catch?…
who was the real estate agent.Name and phone
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Can anyone explain in simple English the first time home buyer tax credit for California income tax?
Is this program only for people at a certain income level? Thank you in advance for your responses!
Can you have a trailer on this lot? Please let me know mt email address is Ackermanteel2@AOL.COM.
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/3004186703-6862-E-Prairie-Vly-Rd-Ardmore-OK-73401
Resale of high-end homes in Fairlawn
We're probably moving to Akron, looking in the $500k to $800k range. Prefer mature neighborhoods like Fairlawn but worry about resale value in Akron school district. Might be a three-year stay, so is Hudson…
What does the Unknown status mean and why aren't the pics working?
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how can i get pics of this home? is it really 23 k?
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This house is boarded up. Is it for sale?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Illinois/Chicago/sold/1455846-10754-South-Springfield-Avenue-Chicago-IL-60655
I'm working on purchasing a short sale in Wellington Florida and the original offer was 110K. The bank has come back with a counter offer of
125K. If I counter offer 120K can I make part of that offer that the bank cover all or part of the closing costs?
Relocating to Pitt - want to remain in Shadyside
I am relocating to Pittsburgh and would like to be in Shadyside. I currently own in another state and cannot buy at this time - credit not at all great. (?
Just bought a home and now I want to sell....best advice?
I'm a single mother of one child and I bought a home in February. Prior to that, I was renting an apartment. I have lived in this house for 2months and I am regretting my choice for several reasons.…
how do i contact the agent in charge of this sale?
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Can you buy a foreclosed property before it hits the market?
I signed up for this expensive website that provides list of homes foreclosed on and the name of the bank that owns them, when I call the company they say get a hold of the bank and see if they will sell…
I have hardwood floors throughout my 2 story colonial. There are areas in the living room, dining room, and one bedroom that have black stains due to
cat urine. Should I carpet and disclose the problem when selling or take up the floors and redo? I also have a pool that needs new gunite and will cost 10 to 15,000 to repair. My ex left 5 years ago and…
How can I get our escrow $ back if seller is incooperative?
An agreement was signed and escrow $ was given with the contigency that we get our loan. The home failed our loan standards. We agreed to pay 1/2 or $2500 toward a new well if our the loan goes through…
Should I keep renting or should I sell my house?
I own a home in Alamogordo NM I owe $40,000 on the house and $40,000 on the home equity loan. I moved back to CA in 2003 and have been renting it out, however I have not had good luck with the rental…
What exactly is a Rent-to-Own, Lease Purchase, or Lease Option?
All of these terms are virtually the same.  It is a way to buy or sell a property without an immediate conventional mortgage and it involves two legal documents: a lease agreement and an option to purchase…
How do you sell a timeshare morgage?
We have points and can go anywhere to vacation. Our mortgage is in Miami, Fl . We would like to sell but who do we trust to sell our timeshare?? There are many agents listed on line and many call and…
Why can I not find many homes for year-round rent online?
My family is looking to move to Lake Havasu, and we want to search online. There are not many homes listed for year-round rent anywhere. Or, am I missing something?
Anderson South Carolina to Consider Economic Development Incentives
Anderson's City Council is considering taking what I would consider to be a positive step in attracting even more economic development to downtown Anderson according to this article.  The requirements…
12 Hidden Costs of Homeownership
Luke Mullins, USNews.com Apr 8th, 2010 As the spring season gets underway, many Americans will be looking to take advantage of the lower real estate prices, attractive mortgage rates,…
Mercer Island Waterfront Home Tour - 2205 60th Ave SE, Mercer Island WA 98040
Waterfront Home Tour:2205 60th Ave SE, Mercer Island WA 98040 The waterfront on Mercer Island is highly sought-after real estate. When a home on the waterfront is designed, its focus should be on entertaining,…
FHA Question - need a solid lender that understands owner occ / rental issues
Greetings, I am the seller of a condo at 3250 Oneil in Boulder. Its the Arborwood bldg. The bldg just lost FHA because the owner occ/rental agency slid the wrong direction (not by much). Im trying…
8601 N 71st Avenue, Glendale, Az 85301 Is this still in the market to buy? Im very interested..thx 623-937-3554/ 623-326-1748
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How negotiable the prices are with Shea homes (new construction)? Thanks in advance
the house we are planning to buy is in mountain house, ca
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