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Can you confirm whether or not the residence at 217 Warren Drive is currently in escrow?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/California/San_Francisco/sold/7089102-217-Warren-Dr-San-Francisco-CA-94131
Is The Internet Really A
First of all, let me start of by saying that I'm a 3rd Generation Real Estate Broker, and a 3rd Generation Phoenician.  I remember, as a little guy, going with my mom to her Real Estate Office.  I distinctly…
Is Castilleja in Warm Spring fremont area still a good buy? Thinking about their Pine model but the plot
left are so close to the rail road tracks and the future bart route. What do you think about the value of the houses in that area once bart is in service?
The For Sale By Owner “Customer”
The FSBO customer is either very smart,in denial,cheap or all three. However, even the smartest home seller may not fully understand the entire process.Many think because their neighbor sold in a short…
Laguna Beach, CA ~ single level homes
Laguna Beach, California ~ artist community ~ spectacular residential properties ~ some of the best restaurants in Orange County.See Laguna Beach single level homes (click here for link).We like to provide…
7 Reasons I Hold Open Houses
Recently on an Internet site, I answered a question whether open houses sell a house.  There are many schools of thought on this depending upon who you talk to.  Some agents swear by them and others…
Does Your Agent Understand How To Use TODAY's Marketplace?
Social Media.  We've all seen it on the news.  Hot fad or today's Pet Rock?The marketplace is changing more rapidly than the price of unleaded - to truly market your property, an agent needs to understand…
Don't Visit A New Home Subdivision Without Watching This First!
If you're looking to buy a home in a new subdivision - make sure you watch this video BEFORE you go visit the site!
Are there any other photos of this property available?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Florida/Panama_City/sold/872189-7767-Betty-Louise-Dr-Panama-City-FL-32404
Simple Explanation: $8000 Tax Credit (so easy...even Kent can understand it!)
So...now that we all have heard about the $8000 tax credit for 1st-time homebuyers...how does it really work?  I had to put together a video so that it can be explained so simple that even I could understand…
A Good Time In Downtown Tucson - Tucson's Birthday!
A week ago, Tucson celebrated its 234th birthday with a party to rededicate the underpass that links the University of Arizona & 4th Avenue with Congress Street & Downtown Tucson.  Here is a video…
Are Your Tenant-Buyers Smarter than a 5th Grader? (Lot rent)
    Hi all, When buying, holding and selling mobile homes located in parks; we investors deal with lot or pad rent. (Try to get waived when vacant!)  The rent charged by the mobile home park owner…
How do I know what to Pay? And When?
    I have been getting a lot of emailed questions concerning different readers’ individual deals.  I would like to write a blog concerning a few things I believe are rarely spoke about.  First…
I.U.I = Investing under the Influence (rest of story)
I.U.I = Investing under the Influence (rest of story) August 26, 2009 by johnfedro | Edit  Hi All. This is the continuation, parts 2 and 3 of investing under the influence. A story how NOT to sell…
2 Markets - 1 City: Tucson Summer Real Estate 2009
It was the best of times.         It was the worst of times.(apologies to Dickensian scholars worldwide) It is a buyer’s market.              It is a seller’s market. Both statements are…
Looking for a home in Rancho Mirage or Indian Wells?
If you are looking for a home in Rancho Mirage or Indian Wells be sure to give me a call today.  I can help you find the least expensive home with great features by the start of season.
Buy with your Tenant-Buyers in mind… Not your Seller!
    It is very important to remember that we are buying any investment  home for PROFIT!  Just because you may be so excited to do your first or tenth deal do not ease up on your ”terms offer”…
If a Tree falls on a mobile home does it make a sound? What if the tenant-buyer is inside?
    Ok, ok so I got a message on my machine that was from a tenant-buyer in a rural area outside of Tampa.  “John, last night in the storm a tree fell on our house!”  (click) she had hung up. …
Tip 132
    here’s a tip for everyone with a mobile home in a park rented or sold via holding paper, And all those planning on starting.>>>  This deck has been under construction by my previous…
Personal Property Trusts
    Trusts are a subject that not many mobile home investors talk about.  I have responded to numerous post and questions regarding asset protection; but it seems that just because Mobile homes seem…
Mobile Home Parks (Saturday’s Slang)
    Mobile Home Parks Mobile homes are often parked at fixed, either temporality or permanently, on leased land communities known as mobile home parks.  All the mobile homes I teach you how to buy…
What do you do if you have not title for the mobile home? can you still sell it?
the short answer is yes!  I will assume that you me a mobile home located in a mobile home park where you rent the lot the mobile sits on.  IF THERE IS AN EXISTING LIEN ON THE HOME  (Assuming the…
Yes I would love a list of available home in Providence Village.. Can you send me new and used list? Thanks!
Yes I would love a list of available home in Providence Village.. Can you send me new and used list? Thanks!
Siding (Saturday’s Slang)
Saturdays Slang Ok, so I know its not Saturday but I didn’t want to wait til sat to write this first vocabulary building post. “Older homes, 1950s to early 1990s, are made with aluminum siding. The…
I lived in here for 10 years of my life, and the back of the house was built on like.. 10 years before I was
born... so how can it be only 10 years old? -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/43925718-1796-Edeline-Ave-McKinleyville-CA-95519
I'm trying to decide what's fair for a first offer in Flower Mound. How low in the value range can?
I go? We've been looking for a couple of months now, and the few homes I considered offering to purchase I researched on Zillow and Cyberhomes, including Trulia and Realtor. I noticed that all of…
What would income to debt ratio be for me? and, Could I get approval?
I make around 62k, the only debts I have are $1500 child support. Credit score around 620 range. Wanting to finance around 230k.
Why is that realators don't put more than one picture up if they truly want to sell a home?
I know myself and many others won't look any farther at a home for sale on line if there are not any GOOD pictures to go with the listing. They need to have on of each room in the house and a couple…
Is it common or acceptable for a listing agent to list a short sale home for less than the bank would accept?
We placed a bid on a short sale in end July 2009. After weeks of our agent chasing information, we were informed 8/22 that the listing agent knowingly listed a home for less than she thought the bank would…
Home looks very interesting. Wondering what the size of the lot and location. Any info appreciated. Dan
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1082857993-Single-Family-Home-Tucson-AZ-85756
Renter facing foreclosure >:-(
I am a renter whose house is a in foreclosure and about to go to auction. I rent through a property management company. Once the bank or a winning bidder gets the house, do I still legally have to pay…
When purchasing a home, does the realestate attorney(purchaser's) get paid upfront or at closing?
Would this be considered a "closing cost" for the purpose of a seller concession?
I am iterested in this property Please contact me with details
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/foreclosure/2004467354--N-Studebaker-Rd-Long-Beach-CA-90815
Is this a reasonable offer for a foreclosed house?
I am looking at buying a new construction, never lived in, foreclosed 1900 sq ft house. It has been for sale since 2007 at an original list price of 247,000. It is now listed for 214,000. They're…
what is the house number for this property?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/foreclosure/2006180723--S-9th-St-Lafayette-IN-47905
Should I try a lowball offer??
I saw a house that has been on the market for about 1 week and is a foreclosure. They are asking $150,000. Do you think that its a bad idea to go in at $125,000??
Current state of SoCal residential
It looks like the bottom for most markets in OC.  Budget cuts from state funded programs and departments might create and slightlly lower trough.  However, I have never seen better inventory and if you're…
Hi, We are interested in knowing more and buying Condos in Cove dr. We currently live in Cove drive.
Please let us know a phone number where we can contact. My number is 224-766-6850 -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1084271626-1262-Cove-Dr-Prospect-Heights-IL-60070
Looking to buy a townhome for my mother,credit scores are 590 , will put 20-25% down.I have had long stable
work history with good income. Any suggestions on how to obtain a loan?
hi is this property still available?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/foreclosure/2006729336--W-Regent-St-20-Inglewood-CA-90301
It's Always About Relationships
The great thing about being a realtor is some days a phone call or email can turn your day around. I know many realtors use a buyer’s agency agreement. For me, I have yet to come fully on board, but…
Selling a home-there is much more that you can do!
Think you have tried everything you could to sell your house and it is still not selling? If you say yes...then ask yourself....Have I tried Feng Shui?If not its worth a shot!Besides having a good Realtor*…
Fort Myers Florida * Foreclosures * Bank Short Sales * Time To Buy !
Fort Myers Florida Condos for Sale. Foreclosures * Bank Short Sales* Gated Communities!    The many Fort Myers Florida Condos for sale currently offered as bank short sale or are…
Short sale
I've been trying to buy another home. I needed one before my mother passed away but it's too late. All there really was is short sales. I put an offer in way back in February through an agent…
We have a buyer for our summer cabin who qualified but the cabin doesn't.
We were told the bathroom that is in a separate building needs to be inside the cabin but that is all we can find out. The loan company has not returned our calls nor answered our email. Our real estate…
Cape Coral Florida * Gulf Access Waterfront Homes For Sale !
Cape Coral Florida Real Estate * Homes for sale in Cape Coral * Discover Palaco Grande !         Cape Coral Florida Real Estate * Gulf Access Waterfront Homes For Sale in Cape Coral…
What value do you give to a gated community over a non-gated one when doing a CMA?
I know, it's all very esoteric and arcane, but I'm really stuck here. I'm trying to value a home in a gated community that is an island in a sea of homes of similar value, but are not gated.…
I'm trying to get preapproved for an FHA and/or 203K Loan and I keep getting varying amounts.
I've got as low as $220k to as high as $325k! Why does this happen and how do I know who is giving me the accurate preapproval? Does anyone have a trustworthy lender who works fast?
Best Realtor Short Sale Listing Package
At BestShortSales.com we are always developing new Short Sale tools to make you more money.  If you are an agent doing short sales, we are sure this will be of your interest.  We just developed a plug…
Your state foreclosure law "How much do you know about it?"
The laws of every state are in constant change, and your interpretation of it, is appropriate to your particular situation. So as a novelist to RE I would just like to know how much you know about your…
Antioch or Tracy
There is better for investment?
with the upcoming deadline for the $8000 dollar tax credit...
i'm in the market to buy a house right now, i'm sure i'll start to see a lot of bidding wars going on as people try to make the deadline as well as a slight increase in home prices over…
i was told there are homes for active seniors on channel island, 50
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/foreclosure/map/2006863751--Harbour-Island-Ln-Oxnard-CA-93035
RAMBLINGS.........Nevada County Life....... Sept.09
RAMBLINGS...............Nevada County Life...........Sept. 09 By:  Diane Sawdon His name is Dave.  He came gliding into my life last Monday morning on Lower Scott’s Flat Lake.   The lake was glass…
would they happen to be interested in a rent to own contract?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1063727100-189-Byron-Center-Rd-Emlenton-PA-16373
would like to see more pictures of this property. bunk house gardens, shop and such
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1084375117-312-Gehrke-Rd-Port-Angeles-WA-98362
is 44 W. Laurel Drive in Myerstown still for sale?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/photos/Pennsylvania/Myerstown/sold/21620451-44-Laurel-Dr-Myerstown-PA-17067
I am looking for home in aldie, va area and i am wondering how much should i offer for a 3500 above grade
I am looking for home in aldie, va area and i am wondering how much should i offer for a 3500 sqft above grade
i found this home though a foreclosure company i go through. now how do i go about actually viewing the home?
im trying to figure out this process, im very new to this and want to make sure im going about everything the right way -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1084636…
Is this house for sale?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/price/Florida/Parrish/sold/22811310-15321-37th-Ct-E-Parrish-FL-34219
274 E glen Ave, Ridgewood
Is this available? -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1084254514-274-E-Glen-Ave-Ridgewood-NJ-07450
Can't refiance because of grount rent?!?!
Countrywide has now become Bank of America...I have been trying to refinance my property (with ground rent)for 3 months and they keep telling me my file is still in underwriting because they can;t make…
Is this house still for sale?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1078927254-105-27-90th-St-Queens-NY-11417
Please put me in touch with a mortgage company for this house. Thank you.
Please respond to Boysie Shorter at 773-484-8425 -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/44780726-602-Wysteria-Dr-Olympia-Fields-IL-60461
Is this a good area?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1064706609-1712-E-66th-St-Indianapolis-IN-46220
Buckhorn Springs Golf and C.C. Market Statistics
You can find more stats graphs and other neat stuff over at my blog website, GolfyGulfHomes.ComThe first spotlight community Market Update Report this week covers the Buckhorn Springs Golf and Country…
Can some one explain to me how the home buying process works from a buyer's angle?
Can some one explain to me how the home buying process works? Once I put an offer on a house, can i change my mind later? How many days do I have to do that? What can I do so that I am not trapped…
10 ducks to get in a row!
As a Realtor, it's up to you, to get your ducks in a row in order for a transaction to go smoothly, and without hiccups. (or hiccoughs for you purists!). Regions function differently, and some Realtors handle…
What are the closing costs in Howard County ? What does it comprise of ?
What are the closing costs in Howard County ? Someone told me that in Howard county the closing costs run up to 5 % of the cost of the home you are buying. Can some one give in a break up on that 5 %. I…
the twitterati is not a kid anymore
Our consumer uses Social Media, they do so greatly, and they are not kids.NYTimes: Who's driving Twitter's Popularity? Not teenagers.NYTImes: Why adults have fed twitter's growthIt is no secret that the…
Is this property still for sale?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/New_Jersey/Old_Bridge/sold/210471-1-Cannon-Rd-Old-Bridge-NJ-08857
up to 10 loans
Which bank provide up to 10 loans?
FHA can be smooth; what to look for
FHA has gotten a bad rap. On Sunday I was at a open house with a Realtor discussing the market and she told me a horror story of a FHA transaction gone wrong. Basically this one transaction had soured…
sold units in hayward 2-6 units sold in last 12 months
Need sold price for multi-family units in hayward
I am the owner of this property and have more photos to upload- where can I do this?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/45089666-1867-N-Halsted-St-Chicago-IL-60614
Why it pays to use a capable and reputable property manager, and the real costs of not doing so.
…and how an 8% management quote turned into an 11% total management cost   As a property manager, we spend a lot of time educating owners about our specific value to them as a professional resource…
My family and I are looking at a Condo around Crescent and Astor Place street. Is area safe?
We have an 18 month old and I would be working from home alot. I do not want to feel unsafe taking my child to school and/or running errands. Do I need to worry about my car getting broken into or getting…
Are pets aloud in this mobile home park and are yards aloud to be fenced in? Can we schedule a visit?
http://www.trulia.com/property/1061907859-5074-Winterberry-Dr-Doylestown-PA-18902
$8000 first time home buyer tax credit
Hi, to qualify for the $8000 first time home buyer tax credit, do i need to go to one of the DOJ approved debt counseling agencies before the purchase of the house?
The listing you are showing for 727 River Bluff Dr. in Shorewood is not the current listing. It is an old one.
The new listing has been active nearly a month. Why isn't your site current. The old listing was several years ago. -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1060022218-…
what elementary school does this house on Endicott go to? How many bedrooms.?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/foreclosure/2006484914--Endicott-St-Congers-NY-10920
My apartment in Queens, NY has been on the market for 2 months. This week I received 2 offers, however, one
is aprox. 25K and the other is 11k less then the apartment is listed at. Other comp. apts. in the area are listed for a similar price as mine. FIrst, my realtor suggested this price and is now pushing…
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