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Will Your Remodeling Project Pay Off?
With the real estate market being somewhat volatile, many home owners are opting to remodel their current homes. It's valuable to know which projects will be the best return on your investment when you…
Have you heard of the new 'HotPads a site to search for Foreclosure homes?
As a Realtor I am always searching for new ways to meet people and keep up with technology. During my searches this long hot summer I found something else hot. Its called HotPads or more accurately www.HotPads.com.…
What does it mean when many properties on my block are PHA owned?
We're looking at a house and many properties on the same block where the house is on are owned by PHA. What does this mean and how would this impact the value of the house in the future? Thanks. -- This…
Is this area subject to Hurricanes, damaging winds etc. my email rodbilder@gmail.com thanks
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1053316643-324-Beachway-Dr-Palm-Coast-FL-32137
About Condos and Short Sales
This Blog is the result of a question from Erica L, who found me via Trulia and wanted to know about advantages of purchasing a condo in a Short Term Community called Villa del Sol.  She had 6 month left…
Luxury Homes in Westchester County, NY in 2009
Anthony Cutugno, the lead specialist of luxury properties at Houlihan Lawrence globally writes in the Houlihan Lawrence Blog and noted the following sales statistics in Westchester County.   ”There’s…
How much will a lawyer cost for seller bronx ny?
Home has no mortgage. I am looking for fixed price and or hourly rates and usual expected total cost
You Are Guaranteed to Fall in Love!
Hello neighbors, We invite you to fall in love with 431 Carter Avenue! Located in the neighborhood of Olmsted at East Lake, this 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath is a definite must see! Some of the key amenities of…
Is Lakeway a good area for residential investment?
Is it time to invest in lakeway yet?
Fannie Mae Say's No More Foreclosure's Till Jan 3rd...
Since I have not won the lotto here in California, I must refrain from writing what first came to mind when I read this News Release. Instead, here it is: December 17, 2009 Fannie Mae Suspends Foreclosure…
Are bank foreclosures being auctioned off at the county courthouse? In Travis county website, it shows mostly tax foreclosures. But I can't
find the bank foreclosures (obtained from RealtyTrac or other foreclosure sites) in the county's monthy auction list. Can someone tell me where the bank foreclosure auction is held? Thanks.
Homes For Sale In Woodbury, New York - November 2006-2009 YTD Market Statistics
Homes For Sale In Woodbury, New York - November 2006-2009 YTD Market Statistics    The Average Days On Market of the Homes For Sale In Woodbury - November 2006-2009 YTD has been increasing for several…
No mention of attached garage.
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1090869473-38872-Windmill-Pointe-E-Clinton-Township-MI-48038
I am unclear as to how square footage is determined. I compare listings, look at the sizes of the rooms and the number of beds and baths and often the
numbers just don't add up. How are these numbers determined? And how can I educate myself as a buyer when it comes to determining value based on size?
Was this house sold? If so, why is it still listed? If not, how do i get more information?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/foreclosure/2007410576--Lombardy-Cir-Lafayette-Hill-PA-19444
would you be interested in renting this property?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/foreclosure/2007328323--Long-Creek-Rd-Kings-Mountain-NC-28086
is this house in Pojac Point available?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/38617578-70-Pojac-Point-Rd-North-Kingstown-RI-02852
Our Saturday Picks!
Greetings neighbors, Today's Saturday and it's less than a week before Christmas! Take a look at some things to do around the city today December 19th. Shopping: Come out and shop at the Holiday Shops…
FHA Mortgage Refinance Florida
FHA mortgage loan  , Florida FHA loans, FHA mortgage  Florida,  Florida mortgage, FHA Mortgage Refinance Florida Refinancing your Florida mortgage with an FHA loan can get you cash out, a lower rate…
is the apt still available?
please contact me @ 917 446 5330 thanks marc -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1084713526-Condo-Queens-NY-11372
What is the reason that this property has dropped USD405,000 IN 7 months? This is unbelievable.
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/price/1080229719-190-Mountain-Rd-Irvington-NY-10533
Do I qualify for $6500 tax credit? Can I do home inspection before the bank (short sale home) signs purchase & sale?
I put a bid on a short sale property from Bank of America & my offer was accepted. I signed the purchase &sale 2 months ago, but am still waiting for the bank to sign it (I have heard BOA takes…
What are the best sources for finding high-quality, non-student rentals in Amherst or Northampton?
We are two older professionals with local references, excellent credit, no pets, one car and will be looking for a well-kept small house or large apartment, walking distance to Amherst or Northampton in…
how to correct adds?
your adds on our home on 25560 lakeland Dr, Loxley al 36551 are all incorrect. the home was sold new for 145,000.00. There are 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths. The Options package was an additional 32,000.00.…
5 Questions to Consider Before Buying a Home
The 5 following questions may help you decide if now is the time to go ahead and purchase a home or refinance your current home. Q: Why are rates so low?A: Since early January, the Federal Reserve has…
A lot of incorrect info here. Property is two bedroom 2 bath and has a pool.Also has tool shed and bomb shelter in backyard.
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Florida/Clearwater/sold/3658921-705-S-Crest-Ave-Clearwater-FL-33756
will my child be safe at this school?
-- This question is about Lead Center: http://www.trulia.com/schools/LA-Alexandria/Lead_Center/
Really? House shopping via cellphone
Real estate news and views from around the globe that make you go, “Really?” The Associated Press has a grand story (CLICK HERE) on some of the cellphone tools you can use to follow the real estate…
FHA Loan for Florida homebuyers
FHA Loan for Florida homebuyers FHA loans are backed by the Government and insured by HUD, the FHA loan program is a safe secure way to buy a Florida home! FHA loan Program Overview Easier qualification…
Stop Foreclosure - Temecula homeowners get extreme loan modifications
Help for Temecula Homeowners to stop foreclosure, many homeowners  across the country are getting great deals on loan modifications. Some with interest rates as low as 2%. As the Obama Administration…
hi,how much would the taxes be there? thanks gail
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1069598584-813-Rohrer-Rd-Lancaster-PA-17603
Is it the right time to buy?
Many people wonder about "Is it the right time to buy real estate?"   In my 24 years of practicing real estate there has never been better time!  The first time buyer will receive a tax credit for…
Let’s learn a Little about Ravenel and Hollywood, South Carolina
Ravenel and Hollywood are small towns in Charleston County located about 10 and 20 minutes respectively south of Charleston along Highway 17.  The area is largely rural with some very nice subdivisions…
Free Mortgage Widgets
MonitorBankRates.com has just released a  jumbo mortgage rates widget that lists national average mortgage rates. The jumbo mortgage rate widget is a great tool for real estate agent websites, financial…
what are the association fees associated with this property? And what are the taxes?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/photos/1082006887-6766-Balmoral-Ridge-Ct-New-Market-MD-21774
I would like to know if this house is still for sale?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1072684237-7580-Golden-Davis-Rd-NW-New-Salisbury-IN-47161
Placer,El Dorado, Sacramento Homes sales stats.
This is sales data for our tri-county area.  As you can see our inventory is nearly half from a year ago!  If you would like a more detailed report for your neighborhood please let me know!This chart…
Writing offer on REOs? Be prepared to include DU (desktop underwriting) paperwork
After having submitted offers and closed escrows on foreclosed properties, and also knowing that my regular buyers are competing with all-cash investor buyers, this was a first for me. For this particular…
I would like to see inside this property
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1076787097-1122-E-Shoreview-Rd-McDonough-GA-30253
Vietnamese culture, traditions, superstitions.
I am working with some Vietnamese 1st time buyers. They are very kind and there is a bit of a language barrier. I want to make sure that I am not offending them or showing them houses that are considered…
Snapping up investment properties in the Bay Area
The SJ Mercury News printed a story this morning about a significant increase in purchases of investment properties in 2008 versus 2009.  The original article is here:http://www.mercurynews.com/top-s…
Where is the San Ramon CA market headed?
For the statisticians and other folks who prefer graphs to see what's going on a specific market, here's a snapshot of what it looks like in San Ramon, comparing the market the past two years, starting…
Does this home have a basement?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/map/1088288256-1213-Hamilton-St-NW-Washington-DC-20011
Three LLC questions-- see details below.
1. Do properties inside an LLC that are privately financed count against the borrowers for total properties owned. 2. Canyou obtain agency financing for a property in an LLC that is seasoned for over…
Is this property still FOR SALE ? Please contact Frederick at Hairdazzlerusa@Yahoo.com or call me ASAP (217) 528-1366 What is the asking price ?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1084031894-6600-S-6th-St-215-Springfield-IL-62703
Home buyers be warned; The Dreaded Desktop Review can = Appraisal issues
The Dreaded Desktop Review;  There are certain banks that require 2nd appraisal on almost all loans.  The 2nd appraisal is called a desktop review.  Essentially the original appraisal is sent to a company…
When I looked this lot up , it had a house on it. There wasn't a lot with this address. Is it wrong? I'm interested but would like to check it out.
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/map/1072302454-25800-N-113th-Ave-Peoria-AZ-85383
How much is the property tax (annual) and the montly or annual association fee, please?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1084963714-1807-S-Washington-St-Naperville-IL-60565
First time Home Owner...Trying to buy a bank owned home
My husband and I are first time buyers. We found a Bank owned home that we just loved. We already got pre-approved and are currently working with a realtor. We made an offer to the bank and they counter…
We live in Fl and want to move to the area.. We are looking for houses to rent with a purchase option. We
want to know where are the best public schools. I have a 11 year old daughter and this will be her first public school experience,, Can you help me please.. daughter, she has always been in a…
4 out of 10 Recent Buyers Used FHA Loans
4 out of 10 Recent Buyers Used FHA Loans According to the most recent REALTORS® Confidence Index, 39 percent of recent buyers purchased a home with a Federal Housing Administration-insured loan. REALTORS®…
I am interested this condo, how much is the taxes, what kind of rentals is there in Santa Clara. how much usually rent this condo per month.?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1094222944-108-Santa-Clara-Dr-Naples-FL-34104
Interesting Real Estate Market
Even though, we are coming out of tough recovery economic and Real Estate overall, we still see some unprofessional in this market, There are a lot of Scams out there that smart buyer must be aware of.…
How much land is included?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1086913902-5-Acorn-Dr-Plains-MT-59859
Is the above ground sq footage 1340 with an unfinished basement adding up to 2280? Thank you
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1082437145-5301-Windsor-Ave-Edina-MN-55436
How do I go about selling a home that is in foreclosure?
I have a house in foreclosure b/c my ex took possession when we divorced then moved and quit making payments. I am no longer in the area and was unaware of how bad the situation is. I cannot make the…
Long Beach Foreclosure Search is Easier on Long Beach Beach Real Estate Radar
Are you looking for foreclosures in Long Beach, California?Unlike some sites, Long Beach Real Estate Radar offers free access to foreclosure listings with no registration or login required. See the property…
The Nicest People
I Love being a Realtor!I get to meet some of the nicest people!Just thinking back on the last few days, there was the young couple who are soon to be married and are looking for their first home together.…
Looking for an agent w/short sale experience in N. GA
I own a home in Dawsonville that is currently in foreclosure. I am looking for an agent with experience in selling homes in this situation.
Long Beach Real Estate Radar Offers Long Beach Homes for Sale by Zip Code
Long Beach, California is a larger metro area. To make it easier for homebuyers, I created page where you can easily find homes for sale by zip code.Listings are added and updated throughout the day including…
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Wells Fargo Short Sale odds.
I put in an offer on a short sale on 11/16. The home has a mortgage of $167,000 and is currently vacant. I offered $140,000 which at the time was slightly below market price but the comps all had garages…
Thin Mints, A Key Ingredient...
Remember, you can only buy Girl Scout cookies once a year... but they freeze well, and there are so many things you can do with these American classics!GirlScoutCookies.org has an ongoing poll, and as…
Changing the World, One Cookie At A Time!
The Loudoun Chapters of the Girl Scouts are kicking off their cookie sale December 18th (Friday).  My girls would LOVE to have your order!!  They are $3.50 a box. **** This year's choices are:…
can you please contact me over this home i am very interested?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/foreclosure/2007988914--59th-Ave-Queens-NY-11378
i would like to know more about this house and hope that some one could help me.
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/foreclosure/2007985471--Van-Buren-St-Brooklyn-NY-11221
Is this house still for sale?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/price/1053001810-123-Roxanne-Way-Brunswick-GA-31523
Is that Home in Wellington FL?
Is that Home in Wellington FL? Are you looking to buy a Home in Wellington FL? If so the first step is to find out what neighborhoods are actually in The Village of Wellington FL. With so much information…
i want to know how if $17,250 is the porice for the whole house?or is for each apartment?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1093441588-152-Minot-St-3-Dorchester-MA-02122
Are the 'pay for a trial week' foreclosure web-sites legitimate?
Or would my agent have a listing of up-to-date foreclosures? I'd rather preview the listing before wasting my-and his-time.
Can you describe how Wellington looks and feels for a person that has never lived here?
Do residents maintain their homes and lawns? Are there dramatic differences between different neighborhoods or zip codes? Is there a dominant architecture throughout the city?
How is the rental market in Wellington, Fl?
Considering purchasing a SF/Condo as an investment/vacation property, how is the rental market?
How do I know if I should offer more or less than the listing price in Wellington?
Is there a difference if I'm looking for a single family home versus a condo, or some other type of property?
Kaufman County agent earns NAR Short Sale & Foreclosure Certification
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:     MeLisa Minter, MBA, SFR, Earns NAR Short Sales and Foreclosure Certification Buyers and Sellers Benefit from REALTOR® Expertise in Distressed Sales   Kaufman, Tx., December…
does a house hold value due to the amenities in the development, ie Olympia vs non-secured development?
Looking at purchasing in Olympia or near Polo grounds - a home without community amenities - does the cost of HOA fees really a benefit on maintaining home value?
Has anyone ever heard of Employee Dishonesty Insurance for a building?
Hi guys, Quick question, has anyone ever heard of this before? I never knew this even existed until recently when I submitted a loan application and the bank told me the building had been "suspended"…
Is this really a one bedroom? Can you send me more info and pictures please?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1073850910-624-Street-San-Francisco-CA-94131
Become a Happy Homeowner in Louisiana, the Happiest State
Louisiana citizens are happy folk -i n fact, according to a recent survey by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDCP), they are the happiest people in America! The pleasant, sunny climate…
17 Acres of Private Country Living - Magnolia Springs
13241 Lipscomb Road  Magnolia Springs, Alabama 17 Acre Registered Farm with Custom Brick Home, Efficiency Cabin w/ Full Kitchen & Bath, 2 Story Barn, Well-Pump-House, Fenced Garden, & Stocked…
The Short Sale Is Approved.....but not at the buyer's price.
Pay attention to the comparable market data before you write an offer and it will save you a lot of grief and stress. Short sale lenders are! There is a disturbing trend of buyers being used as pawns in…
First Time Buyer Tax Credit - The Drill Down
If you are a First Time Home Buyer there is so much great news for you! There hasn’t been another time to buy with so many incetives ever! To sum it up quickly here are the main reason why now is the…
4th Quarter Real Estate Sales Statistics for Greater Columbia
The 4th Quarter of 2009 has proven to be a busy season for local real estate!  Could this be an indication of a strong market in 2010?  October Closings*$0-100,000 = 166$100,001-200,000 = 430$200,001-300,000…
Can a listing agent also be the short sale facilitator and collect additional fees?
I am a buyer and am currently in escrow for a short sale. It has been approved by the lender. As the buyer, we agreed to pay the "short sale facilitator" fee that the seller would typically…
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