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what are the taxes?
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Is this house for sale or what?
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6 Ways to Survive in Real Estate Over the Next Decade
I found this article interesting and thought I would share.By Brian Summerfield, Online Editor, REALTOR® MagazineHow did the real estate market change from 2005 to the present day? What were the differences…
What school district?
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Does this appear to be a good rental property?
How can I get in to see this house?
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How do I remove My house from this SITE ?
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Does this house qualify for a rural development loan?
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what's the address of the property on amble lane? and are both units for sale?
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Should I do a loan modification or a short sale?
We get this question all the time, and the first thing you have to understand is that for both of them there is a process and your bank/mortgage lender requires that you qualify. It is not a cut and dry…
My mother died and left me a couple of houses and I needed to know how to transfer everything into my name. What steps do I take?
THE RECESSION IS OVER: The Road To Recovery
I could not wait any longer for politicians to get there acts together, therefore, I, David Chiles, have decided the Great Recession that my Grandma Nettie Calls it, is over. I am ending the recession…
Mild Improvements in Franklin Real Estate Market in February, 2012
The Franklin real estate market saw a 1.8-percent increase in the total number of homes listed for sale versus the previous month. But what’s most surprising about the February’s total of 168 listings…
818 Whitead Street - Old Town - Key West
818 Whitehead Street #5 sits behind these homesJust Listed, but not by me, a stand alone cottage at 818 Whithead Street. This stand alone condo home is located in a sweet little compound one block off…
House For Rent Dongan Hills
 DONGAN HILLS - BEAUTIFUL 3 BEDROOM HOME FOR RENT. FEATURES INCLUDE HARDWOOD FLOORS, EAT IN KITCHEN WITH CERAMIC TILE FLOOR, GRANITE COUNTER TOPS, LIVING ROOM DINING ROOM COMBINATION WITH SLIDING…
What would be some of the general questions to ask a Broker when considering to work for that Agency?
hi are there any places on the square like this for rent
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would like to know more about this property like how long has it been listed, is the home up to code, new furnace, heater, etc.?
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Are You Even Listening To Me?
 Hi.  This is Jared.  How can I help you?(Speaking very loud and fast) Hey Darren.  This is Scott with Super Duper Real Estate.  Listen, I have some kids that want to see your listing on 123 Main…
The One Number to Watch for a Housing Recovery
FORTUNE – Over the past few months, many economists have concluded that that the U.S. housing market has reached a turning point and is healing. This may sound hard to believe, since home prices have…
Where in the World is Waxhaw, NC?
Waxhaw, NC is minutes away from Charlotte NC and feels like it’s a world away.  The Town of Waxhaw is one of the oldest towns in Union County.  The name was taken from one of the local tribes of American…
If there is no mortgage, then what costs are involved at closing?
What can I do to expedite my short sale purchase? What are my rights?!?
I am trying to purchase an approved short sale. The owners signed the contract agreement and I received an email from the sellers realtor stating that the bank accepted the offer. This was in August of…
What if I was presented with a home inspection report and I later find out that the inspection report is not entirely true?
Should I Pay Off My Mortgage?
The desire to be debt-free is strong in many of us.  Many seniors are asking if they should pay of their mortgage.  What would they do? Mark and Erma Oglesby visited me recently.  They wanted to know…
Latest Market News
Yet again I simply can not put it into words any better. I work with a lender, Rick Fankhouser, that sends me weekly reports that are extremely useful and informative. I will post his contact info at the…
Monday Morning Mojo: Years…Money…Happiness
I have finally found it…the magic formula for adding years and perhaps decades to our lives…the magic formula which will increase our quality of life forever.  Are you interested in knowing what it…
If I have given an exclusive right to sell and decide not to sell my home, is the broker still entitled to a commission?
hello i was wondering is there anything included with 900/month. ex.water,cable,etc?
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Hi, is this unit available? If not, by when?
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Danville Home Sales Rise 28.6 Percent in February 2012
Improvement could be seen in many areas of the Danville real estate market in February of 2012. But this is not to say it was without its shortcomings. For example, total listings rose 1.8 percent. While…
What other neighborhoods in Darien are similar to Ridgeview Ave/Jackson Pl?
Huntington Pointe Real Estate - Palmer Ranch
Huntington Pointe homes for sale are among the properties truly worth considering in the Sarasota Florida real estate market. These residences get a tremendous boost from their being a part of the Palmer…
Mortgage Rates
Early this morning the bond and mortgage markets were under pressure with stock indexes trading higher on anticipation of a better open at 9:30. Mortgage prices started down 7/32 (.22 bp) but by 9:00 climbed…
What are the legal issues with a buyer remaining anonymous with an offer to purchase real estate?
The Allen Report: Monthly real estate listings by status for Darien, CT
Monthly residential real estate listings by status for Darien, CT, as of Feb. 29, 2012:
on Tobias Ave, San Jose 95118. I found that there a few crimes happening in Jan and Feb. 2012 but the review score is safe, any mismatch here?
Can you provide the details about the crimes? Please email me tombeen@gmail.com
Crested Butte 42+ Acre Land Under Contract - Corey Dwan
Crested Butte Land Sales with Corey Dwan Corey Dwan of Benson Sotheby's International Realty is pleased to announce the successful negotiation of a 42.16 acre parcel 10 minutes outside of Crested Butte,…
Deer Creek on Palmer Ranch Real Estate for Sale
A generous slice of the great outdoors awaits those who want to own a home in Deer Creek which encompasses one of the well-developed communities of the 10,000-acre Palmer Ranch in Sarasota, Florida. The…
WE ARE FIRST TIME HOME BUYERS, I HAVE BAD CREDIT AND MY HUSBAND FILED FOR BANKRUPTCY ABOUT 3 YEARS AGO. CAN WE STILL BUY A HOME?
Alleg Co Property Re-Assess - What a Mess!
Allegheny County, is undergoing county wide property reassessment. Who has heard lamenting on "Real Estate Agents lack of professionalism"?     Who (besides me) has heard it from their own lips? A "Pro"…
San Tan Valley Home for Sale in JOHNSON RANCH
$94,900 SHORT SALE AND WILL NEED LENDER APPROVAL. VERY CLEAN 3 BEDROOM 1.75 BATH. GREAT STARTER OR RETIREMENT HOME AT REDICULOUS PRICE. COMMUNITY PARKS AND A COMMUNITY POOL. Click here to see all photos…
Rule #1 To Selling Your Posch Palace
  You did all the sweet upgrades to your posch palace.  You hired a designer, sweated over each color swatch and tweaked the Fung Shui till good auras were flowing out of everthing from the granite to…
Is there an agent that specializes in the Garland area?
Cheyenne Woods Subdivision in Warner Robins GA 31088
Cheyenne Woods Subdivision in Warner Robins GA 31088The Cheyenne Woods Subdivision is located off of Smithville Church Road in Warner Robins Georgia. This community consists primarily of one and two-story…
Want the latest Bonita - Estero Foreclosure Alerts?
If you are looking for the latest FORECLOSURE ALERTS in Bonita Springs or Estero Florida please visit our main SALES'N RENTS blog at salesNrents.com (Clik'able)In our blog, you can find important links…
Contractor references
Hi there...real estate agents, investors... I am looking for a reasonable, trusted references to fix up my home and make ready for my next tenants in Tracy. Any handyman or contractor references?
I want to make an offer. I am waiting for my agent to submit it.
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Alleg Co Re-Assess - What a Mess?
Allegheny County, is undergoing county wide property reassessment. Who has heard lamenting on "Real Estate Agents lack of professionalism"?     Who (besides me) has heard it from their own lips? A "Pro"…
Country Club of Sarasota Homes for Sale
Among Sarasota homes for sale, those at the Country Club of Sarasota are at the upscale end. The residences here consist mostly of single family homes with three or four bedrooms. Three-bedroom residences…
Bank of America: Families Facing Foreclosure Can Rent
NEW YORK (CNNMoney) -- Bank of America has announced a program that will let homeowners facing foreclosures stay in their homes as renters. The "Mortgage to Lease" program will start as a limited pilot…
Mesa Home for Sale in DREAMLAND VILLA
$97,500 THIS LADY IS HOME MOST OF THE TIME SO PLEASE CALL AHEAD. THERE WILL BE A LOCKBOX AFTER APRIL 1, 2011 Click here to see all photos and all details Search All homes in the region at Quick or Advanced…
If I am doing a short sale on my house through an agent. Who pays for my lawyer? The bank or myself?
RealtyTrac misleading and/or putting out false information?
I just got an email from Trulia notifying me of a change in one of the properties I'm watching. It stated a price increase of almost $100,000, so I was quite surprised. Come to find out, it was a…
What is a "notice of withdrawal of affidavit for service by publication and dismissal of unknown parties" mean?
can a 45 uear old OWN a home in a senior complex and NOT live there?
What's New in Darien CT - Week of March 26, 2012
Samuel Gabe Licensed Realtor®Halstead Property 671 Post Road I Darien CT 06820 Direct: 203.656.6518 I Cell: 203.856.8399 I Fax: 203.655.9857 sgabe@halstead.com I halstead.com Neighborhood Video Tours:…
How do I find out if the home I am renting is going under foreclosure?
Must elementary school students attend a school in the district in which they live?
Where can I find ratings of Delray Beach & Boca Raton elementary schools?
Withdraw of a Short Sale Offer. Is it possible?
How long do can a person stay in a house after it has been redeem for a sheriff sale?
Garage-House Firewalls (King of the House) Bellingham Home Inspector
One of the most misused terms in construction has to be the word "firewall." I cannot even guess how many times I have heard someone, including inspectors, reference that an attached garage at residential…
how much are condo fees?
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I am purchasing a home in foreclosure. Do I need a certificate of occupancy and if I do, where do I get it?
Are there more viewable pictures for this listing?
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You're Invited! FREE First Time Homebuyer Seminar on April 3, 2012
The real estate market has dramatically changed in recent months, and all indications are that there will be more changes in the next 90 days. Come to this FREE, No obligation 45 minute Seminar to learn:--Current…
Do you deal with vacation rentals in Genoa?
Westgate at Edison New Jersey (all questions and answers ...etc).
I got many first time buyers from Durham Woods Edison apartment and Edison/Blueberry Village Apartment asking me about questions on Westgate at Edison because they are looking to buy a townhouse there…
10 Things Your Agent May Not Tell You
This article, of course, is a generalization as not all agents are the same. There are some GREAT agents I know who provide fantastic service and put their clients first. Sadly, there are some other…
Good Morning Lakewood CA
Good Morning Lakewood/Have anything to share  What’s Happening Discount book sale supports Lakewood libraries   Visit me at https://www.facebook.com/LifeInLakewoodRealtor  Click on my links for…
DR Horton Home for Sale in San Tan Valley
$110,000 This is a short sale and will require 3rd party approval. This a very nice home with 4 bedrooms 3 baths, a loft, upstairs laundry room, guest quarters downstairs, granite counters, tiled flooring…
An Important Tip on Photos When Selling Your Home
Photos are crucially important when listing your home. That is why I use a professional photographer to shoot my listing photos, because they are that important. But the quality of the photos is only…
What is Radon and Why You Should Care
Radon has become one of the "it" words in Iowa real estate over the past couple of years. New Iowa laws has made it mandatory for real estate agents, such as myself, to discuss radon with our clients. Radon…
Making Your Offer Count
REALTOR® groups, working with legal counsel, have developed forms that are appropriate for realty transactions in specific communities. Such documents include numerous sale conditions and their wording…
Why the Asking Price of Your Home is So Important!
Here is a true story: I listed a home in Ankeny a few months back. I wanted to put it at a certain price and the owner felt it should be higher. After much discussion, we landed on a spot that I agreed…
Do I have to have 3 Credit Scores in order to buy and house?
Sayan Condo Sunny Isles Beach
Sayan Condo Sunny Isles Beach   Sayan Condo Sunny Isles Beach Imported kitchen and bathroom cabinets are part of what makes some Sunny Isles Beach real estate reminiscent of a European home. The Sayan…
New Construction Plus Buyer's Agent Equals Happy Buyer
There are a lot of people out there that buy a new home without any representation, except for the one provided by the builder. And that person works for the builder in their sales center. Most of the…
Does Your Real Estate Agent Love You?
Strange title, I know, but with this particular topic, it seemed appropriate. What role does a real estate agent play in your life? There is no right or wrong answer here, but it is something to think…
The Truth About Open Houses
The subject of open houses is certainly a topic up for debate, but I feel it is one of the most misunderstood topics in real estate. As always, what follows is my opinion. In short, open houses do not…
5 Things You Should Demand of Your Listing Agent
  There are many agents to choose from when it comes time to list your home for sale. Above all else you want to work with somebody who has a solid track record of success. They need to know how to…
The Top 10 Things to do to Your House When Selling
I commonly get asked by home sellers what they should do to their homes to get them ready to put on the market. Now that I am blogging, here is my chance to share my Top 10 items with the world! In no…
The Truth About Real Estate Companies and a Guide to Picking the Right One
When you decide to sell your home, you have many options on how to do it. With most of the choices there are positives and negatives. Your outcome depends largely upon your expectations going into the…
How To Replace Cracked, Dirty Grout
Tile is among the most versatile home surfacing materials. It can be as functional and good-looking on your home’s walls as it can be on counter tops, adding a polished look to your kitchen or bathrooms. Tile…
I live in a house that has been short sale. The new owner says I have to leave the day of the closing. I have no lease contract. Is this true? Time?
Is there any law that protects the tenant? I'm having a hard time finding a home.
Who pays the transfer taxes on new condos in Long Beach? IN NYC in the prior market, buyers paid but now developers are footing the bill.
Lunada Bay
Lunada Bay, a small town along the West coast of Palos Verdes Estates, sits on the cliffs of the Pacific Ocean and the north western edge of the peninsula. Boasting a fountain and quaint, charming commercial…
I am thinking about listing my home but am not in a rush. What time of the year has the most activity or would be the best time to sell?
What's the ruling on buying a house near a highway. You can't hear the noise inside the house, but you can outside. It sounds like white
noise. Is this a resale killer?
Wells Fargo Won't Turn Over Documents To Feds: Report
Wells Fargo Won't Turn Over Documents To Feds: Report 03/24/12 03:26 PM ET SAN FRANCISCO -- Federal securities regulators…
Gilbert Home for Sale in San Tan Ranch
$199,900 Show this KB beauty and sell! Spread out in this 3094 sqft two story. All rooms are quite spacious. Master bedroom on first level. All other bedrooms on second level. Formal dining room. Large…
Portuguese Bend
Portuguese bend is a region with the largest area of natural vegetation remaining on the Palos Verdes Peninsula. Once slated for development, the area is geologically unstable for building. The peninsula,…
what is the highest front end DTI fha allows with fico's of 680 to 711 range?
NPR and ProPublica Report GSEs Considering Principal Reduction
Read the complete article...http://www.dsnews.com/articles/npr-reports-gses-could-be-considering-principal-reduction-now-2012-03-23Buyer 50%-60% Cash Rebate / Seller 50% Commission Discount Quality Full…
Sheltering You & Your Income
It’s easy to be swayed by all the pessimism swirling around in the real estate industry. However, homeownership offers benefits you just can’t get from other forms of investment, regardless of market…
Hello, I am thinking about selling my home but I'm concerned with the market right now. My house is worth $240,000, my question is, if the house
sells for less then what its worth will I still owe the bank for the remaining amount?
I’m thinking of buying a condo unit in the Avant Garde condo complex , I have teenage kids , that anybody know if the building is kids friendly
how do I post my condo for lease?
how do I post my condo for lease. Please email instructions to Cynthia at c_4235@yahoo.com
PRICE REDUCED!~East Islip Colonial
Irene Lockel, Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker of Netter Real Estate proudly presents 36 Meroke Lane, East Islip.  For More Information, Contact Irene at 631-661-5100, ext. 116 or email me.  Take…
Get Your Home Funded
The Loan ProcessOften the cost of real estate financing is routinely greater than the original purchase price of a home (after including interest and closing costs). Because financing is so important,…
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