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Save your credit DONT foreclose, SHORT SALE your home
Don't foreclose Save your credit and short sale we can help!!! La Jolla, CA.--The number of foreclosure proceedings started against California homeowners fell slightly in the April-through-June period…
Hi, i'm writting from Italy, can i get a loan to buy a house in dallas or denton ?
I'd love to come and live with my family, and also get a job.
Why is it so hard to find foreclosure and short sale property.?
If I am financing with Well Fargo why wouldn'tthey offer a list of properties that they have for short sale or foreclosure to see if I might be interested. Seems like 2 birds with 1 stone to me.
What does on contract mean? Is that like a leas to own situation?
Relocating to Des Moines area. Must sell home in Nashville. Will most likely rent a home while looking for the perfect fit before kids go back to school.
What does RECOVERY look like?
 What does RECOVERY look like? This depends on who you ask. Real estate recovery is based on several factors. The overall economy isn’t always the main determining factor. In our current market,…
I had a broker only open house, and because the brokers went to town hall to pull my card, the assessor
snooped around and actually entered my home and went thru, checking on improvements made. Do I have legal rights that whatever she finds would not be admissible because she did not notify me in writting…
I am interested in this condo.What are the listing details? please email to cedarden@aol.com. Thank you
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1075894598-9-Hawthorne-Pl-Boston-MA-02114
Own a home in Bakersfield and in Granada Hills, CA. Currently we are renting the house in Bakersfield and
thinking about selling it. The only problem is that the value of the house is about 100K plus less than what we owed. Can someone please advice us on what's best to do. FYI..the people renting is…
I was looking at a property on central bay.
I was looking at a property on central bay. I know that there was a flooding problem in the home, and theone next door. I also noticed a history of selling on many of the other properties on that block.…
5 things real estate investors must know
5 things real estate investors must know Historically, real estate has moved in cycles. Downturns are a normal part of a healthy cycle. These are five important points to understand about real estate and…
What are the condo fees for this unit? Do they allow pets?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1083437147-5-Aztec-Trl-Unionville-CT-06085
Newport Beach Peninsula REO/Bank Owned ................. Steps to Sand
New on the Market. REO/Bank Owned. Prime Newport Beach Peninsula Location. Completely Upgraded Tuscan Style. This is a Great Buy for the Area.....HURRY. Will go fast. 2 Bed W/ 3rd level loft 2 Bath 1,400…
I am a frist time home buyer, I knoew where I want to live and I wanted to have my wife chck the house out.
I am in the ARMY so I know I know I will NOT have a problem paying for the house I would just like to know, how the monthly rates would go and about insurence and things of that nature. If you could please…
Is this house for sale?
Information indicates house sold in April but no one is residing in the home.
Need Condo Financing in Miami?
Securing financing to purchase a condo in Miami is challenging. We have a myriad of challenges to overcome, including conservative appraisals, financially strapped condo associations, foreclosures, and…
How many months of FHA reserves do I need?
I currently own one piece of property and want to purchase another using FHA. Does anyone know how many months of "reserves" I need on the 1st property? I've heard everything from 2 to…
i had a question abou the property at 6631 santaolina dr, memphis,tn 38134, who is the property listed with?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1082560304-6631-Santaolina-Drive-Memphis-TN-38134
Erin Attardi's Sacramento Short Sale Experiment...Part III
Time for my third installment of Erin's Sacramento Short Sale Experiment! I am sure ya'll are just on the edge of your seats to find out just what has transpired in the world of short sales in our Sacramento…
Hi, can anyone tell me the property taxes on this home? Thanks so much!
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1082015492-660-Burleigh-Dr-Pasadena-CA-91105
Hendersonville Market Statistics for June 2009
According to the North Carolina Association of Realtors®, home sales may be down overall across the state, but Hendersonville experienced a 2% increase in home sales from the same time last year.  The…
Miami in Review - Q2 2009
MIAMI MARKET ACTIVITY JUMPS During the second quarter of 2009, we experienced a substantial increase in the number of closed sales of residential properties in Miami. Year-to-date the number of closed…
That lease is no longer available...
Have you noticed that when searching online for a home to lease in the North Dallas Suburbs, you get a lot of calls back that the home has already got a tenant?  Our North Texas MLS rules call for 3-days…
would like to see this property if still avail Thanks Sherry T?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/37317947-10-Miller-St-Rehoboth-MA-02769
I offered full asking price on a condo in orlando no mortage was will to pay in full if needed but was
rejected by bank but was not told why do i have the right to know why I was rejected
Do you have more than 3-4 bed homes available in upper black pa. I am looking to buy alot of land.
I am looking to buy land that has 4-6 acres of land. Do you have anything avail in Upper Black PA -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1018313030-Single-Family-Home…
Escrow Closing Agent
  The time between accepted real estate offer and the closing date is that busy time called escrow. In our market, it is fairly common for this process to be handled by an escrow agent. The binding accepted…
Is this a year round co-op? and are dogs allowed?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1080479564-Coop-Montauk-NY-11954
plan to have a look of this house on August 18, whom should I contact?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1053966388-311-Park-Rd-Ambler-PA-19002
please tell me more about this property such as what are the condo fees, what kind of shape is it in, what are
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1083571721-Condo-Hilton-Head-SC-29928
California Attorney General announces new website for info on how to avoid loan modification fraud
The CA Attorney General’s office has a new website which has info for homeowners on how to avoid loan modification fraud. I know I have written about this before, but I still get the feeling many…
Lake Havasu Approves New Principal
The Lake Havasu Unified School District officially approved a new principal Tuesday night.  The Governing Board was in a rush to find a new principal due to the sudden death of Susan Lust from Oro Grande…
What is the house number of the foreclosure on St. Andrews Dr.?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/foreclosure/2006716605--Saint-Andrews-Dr-Moraga-CA-94556
Is the co-op apartment renovation cost tax deductible?
Is the co-op apartment renovation cost tax deductible?
Sacramento County 11th in Foreclosures Statewide
Foreclosure Statistics Mixed ForeclosureRadar.com, the only website that tracks every California foreclosure and provides daily auction updates, issued its monthly California Foreclosure Report for July…
Can I get more pictures of this property?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1082010676-1306-El-Paso-Dr-Derby-KS-67037
Invoking Zillow in my listing presentation and when working with buyers and sellers
If you can't fight them, join them...or CORRECT them! I occasionally visit Zillow to check the value of my property which can rise and dip $50K-75K within any given week. So yes, I admit...I look at…
Huntington Beach - 3 REO/Bank Owned Homes. New on Market. ............................. * HURRY *
3 Homes new to the market. These will not last past the weekend. If you are looking for a Single Family Residence in Huntington Beach one of these could be for you. REO's in Huntington Beach are selling…
We currently do not have a real estate agent. We toured a house with the listing agent and are thinking of
buying it. Should we have our own buyers agent represent us or is it ok to use the listing agent only?
Is this home currently on the market?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Indiana/Valparaiso/sold/21381541-172-Wexford-Rd-Valparaiso-IN-46385
Short Sale vs. Underbid...what are the buyers rights when the seller appears to not want to move?
I placed an offer on a home which was listed as a short sale on the MLS listings. I offered the asking pricewith concessions and my offer was accepted (note- Purchase Agreement states immediate vacancy…
who owns this property?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/foreclosure/2004325618--Laurel-Dr-A-Elwood-IL-60421
Only 119 Days left for First Time Buyer Tax Credit!!!
The First Time Home Buyer Tax credit of up to $8000 is almost up. If you are going to take advantage of this great offer you must settle before November 30th, 2009. Now is the time to buy! Rates are still…
Fed says economy leveling, new indicators released
The Fed delivered an economic vote of confidence and said it would slow expansion of emergency rescue programs. Read more.
I am relocating to Augusta. I will be working east of Waynesboro, but would like to find somthing in the area
with safety and resale value in a few years. Also my wife is a veterinarian and need something convienient for her.
we are looking to buy a house within the next few months and would love to see this one!
we're already working with our financial institute to correct a few blimishes on our credit reports. also, have a house we need to rent out or sell. my husband would be available to see this house with…
It wasn't worth the trouble in 1995.
14 years ago a listing opportunity presented itself to me.  A house on a street that I dominated (for listings and sales) had been a drug house, was redtagged, and the owner wanted to sell it as she was…
GM Employees looking for Homes in the Kansas City Area
I've been working with some of the GM employees transferred to the Fairfax Assembly Plant in Kansas City, KS. I've met some really great people, some from Ohio and Tennessee. Many of them are willing to…
I would like to buy a home.
I've been with my current job for 5 years now and have about 5k, is there a way I can buy? My credit score is around 650.
Myrtle Beach Market Trends - Myrtle Beach Foreclosures
Myrtle Beach Market Trends - Myrtle Beach Foreclosures   1 in every 9,054 housing units received a foreclosure filing in July 2009 For the Month of July a total of 137 New foreclosure activity Foreclosure…
Who is the contact person for this property?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1084736178-1336-Dean-St-Brooklyn-NY-11216
UPDATE: Focus On Foreclosure Listings in Gladwin, Michigan and The Surrounding Area
This post is an update to a series I publish on available foreclosure listings in the Gladwin, Michigan area.  I will include available foreclosure listings in Clare, Michigan, Harrison, Michigan Beaverton,…
Is this house for sale at the price of $40,000?
I mean why is the market value soo low? -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/44601356-9742-Wendover-Dr-Beverly-Hills-CA-90210
can a third party buy this house right now for 215.00?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/foreclosure/2006451154--Piccadilly-Cir-Windsor-CA-95492
Get To Know Minneapolis Real Estate with your Re/Max Pro Team & www.RemaxSearch.com By Ahmed Elbatrawy
Hello Minneapolis!   Looking for Minneapolis Real Estate and want to narrow it down to specific neighborhoods?  The Re/Max Pro Team is here to help you in that quest!  Over the next few days, the Re/Max…
IF YOU WANT A HOME THAT ALLOWS AN ACTIVE LIFESTYLE, CHECK OUT WALKSCORE.COM
by Jodi Summers We love a city like Santa Monica because there is so much to do. If you are looking for a vibrant location to live with lots to do within walking distance? Then be sure to check out ht…
What is the price this home, I've seen it several times with different prices on TRULIA?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/California/Chula_Vista/sold/1275013-1720-Melrose-Ave-30-Chula-Vista-CA-91911
Alot of nice features, but lacking garage, and air conditioning. Price should be negotiable.
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1081372748-3400-Fort-Jim-Rd-Placerville-CA-95667
Canadians away from home & buying property
  Home Away from HomeStatistics show that Greater Toronto, Canada Area residents are excited about real estate again. July’s 9,967 sales set a best monthly record, up 28 per cent year over year.The…
Toronto & Canada, 5 signs Real Estateison the Rise !
5 signs Real Estate > Toronto & Canada < is on the rise !  updated on Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2009 11:56AM EDT 1) Housing starts are expected to rise While the seasonally adjusted annual rate of housing…
Gladwin County Michigan Water Front and Lake Front Properties For Sale
Gladwin County is located in rural Northern Michigan and is conveniently located within 3 hours of Detroit and 2-2.5 hours from Flint and Lansing making it easy to come "Up North" for the weekend.  But,…
What do you think of 1003 Maraschino Dr, San Jose CA?
Is it good value. What about the schools? It is on Williams on one side - so traffic noise..thoughts? Thanks
Peter Tarshis Toronto Realtor
HELPING YOU IS WHAT WE DO" I Believe in building relationships.I am here to meet your needs-  to Serve & Protect - Your Investment.As a Real Estate Consultant I am dedicated to the Real Estate Investor…
Watching The Home Buying Decision Making Process is Painful
As a professional Real Estate Agent, it is sometimes a painful experience to watch how people make decisions over expensive assets like a house.  Often my gut feeling, with 20+ years of experience, is…
Demand seen highest for cheaper O.C. homes
The average asking price of an Orange County house is $822,000 higher than the average for houses that have sold, new figures from the Southern California Multiple Listing Service show. Detached Units Avg.…
any more pics?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/foreclosure/photos/2006130057--Boro-Vu-Dr-Northampton-PA-18067
Yanagi Sushi and Grill Opens in Dublin
This week is a week of welcoming new businesses to the area. This one in particular is special to me as my broker and I represented the owner of the space in finding the perfect location for his restaurant.Yanagi…
What is the house # of this house? And is this foreclosure, short sale or what?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/foreclosure/2006546077--Bolzano-Way-Elk-Grove-CA-95757
Brink Property Management Seattle
http://www.brinkpm.com/ BRINK strives to provide the most Professional, effective, accurate and efficient property management service available. We have a company wide commitment to maximize the long…
Nelson Bermas Joins Exit Real Estate Consultants - Lexington SC Realtors
Nelson Bermas Joins Exit Real Estate Consultants - Lexington SC Realtors     EXIT Real Estate Consultants would like to give a big hearty welcome to Nelson Bermas who will be joining the Lexington, SC…
Another site shows that there is a sale pending on this property so why is it just being shown on trulia?
another site shows that this house has a sale pending, so why is it just being shown on trulia? -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1084626769-10339-111th-St-Largo-FL-33778
This is my home. Yes, it is for sale, but this is not my listing. Some of the information is not correct.
For more information please call 704-451-9833. -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/North_Carolina/Mooresville/sold/20795068-103-Woodstream-Cir-Mooresville-NC-28117
I want to know why my waterfont house located at 49 Edwards Road, Brick NJ 08723 is not being shown by
realtors. Our house has been on the market for some time and we have cut our price in half!. The price is Correct and may even be under the current market value. Two similar homes on the open water have…
Can a good agent in palo alto or los altos read this?
Altaire at Palo Alto vs Peninsula Real at Los Altos, which townhome has a better resale value in 5 yr? can you also leave your contact number so that i can contact you and go far a visit?
HomePath vs. FHA 203k
I've pre-qualified for a FHA 203k home improvement mortgage. Does Fannie Mae have stricter credit guidelines for their HomePath mortgage? Also, is the HomePath an ARM or fixed, and how is that determined? thanks!
Can a FSBO house be listed on Trulia?
We want to sell our house in Piperton, TN. We have already tried two agencies, with no luck. The price has been reduced, and we need to sell and move so we are trying for sale by owner. Is it possible…
I need advice on a loan against property (vacant).
This property is in upstate NY. The amount I am is about 15% of the assessed value for the purpose of putting a modest seasonal home there. The 2008 property taxes remain due and would be paid at closing.My…
Foreclosed Home Listings on the Rise in West Virginia
A report by West Virginia’s Division of Banking showed that the state’s foreclosed home listings continue to rise this year. The report noted that majority of loan defaults posted this year were accounts…
We would like to view 443 Keranen Ct in Mountain House. There is no contact info available. Can anybody help?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1079513543-443-Keranen-Ct-Mountain-House-CA-95391
Appraisal lower than contract, can financed amount be adjusted or does it have 2 b contract price?
We are getting FHA loan, appraisal $6500 below contract, need to know if we can just have it reduced so financed amount meets appraisal amount or if it has to meet or exceed actual contract price? It is…
Is this the actual sell price for the home?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/foreclosure/2005917676--Hildreth-Ct-Concord-NC-28025
Foreclosed Home List Growing in a Utah City
Home foreclosures are spreading quickly across the metropolitan area of St. George in Washington County, Utah. The foreclosed home list in the city is one of the fastest growing across the country. According…
TO CONTINUE RENTING OR LET IT GO?
Our current renter is planning on moving. Now we are faced with having to rent the property for the same amount as the mortgage. The property is worth less than what is owed. We don't really want…
I am approved for $250,000, the asking price is $345,000. I feel that if I go to the Listing Agent directly,
I'll have a chance to buy the house (because the Listing Realtor will make full commission, and therefore, more inclined to suggest the offer to the seller) My realtor put in my offer to buy the property…
Use my experience to reach YOUR Real Estate Goals & Dreams!
Having been in the real estate business for over 15 years, my experience can assist you  in finding the perfect home for you as well as selling your current home.  Please forward any questions or commentsyou…
who is the agent selling this home? is it still on the market?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1083952229-8208-Whippoorwill-Dr-Waco-TX-76712
Appraisals - Challenging Times for Fresno, CA
HAROLD PENNER: Fresno Real Estate Market AnalysisAppraisals in Fresno - Challenging TimesAppraisal UpdateIn May 2009, the “Home Valuation Code of Conduct” was adopted by all Freddie Mac and Fannie…
Nonprofit Helps Trim Foreclosed Home Listing in Ohio
The nonprofit organization, Home is the Foundation has been taking an active role in helping distressed homeowners in Preble County, Ohio protect their properties from foreclosed home listing. About 1,500…
Live Video Tour
Everyone is invited to see my new video featuring a fabulous center hall colonial in West Orange New Jersey.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3bC5o5Sm_Dk
We've just been told by our agent that the bank will not give us a written approval on our offer for a
short sale until the homeowner is up to date on their mortgage payments. Apparently, the bank did a credit check on the homeowner and found out that they have been paying all of their bills except for…
Will the $8,000 tax credit be raised to $15,000?
An Amendment to the pending economic stimulus bill would provide a direct tax credit to any homebuyer who purchases any home. The amount of the tax credit would be $15,000 or 10 percent of the purchase…
We need help with our "short sale" due to Military transfer
We are due to transfer in the next 9 months and we will not be able to get what we paid for on our home in Homestead Florida. We are going to need a short sale specialist to help with this process. We…
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