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What would you advice your client the seller in this scenario?
An (investor) is proposing to my client the seller to accept an offer directly from (investor) on a special contract which will guarantee the commission to my firm as agreed on the listing agreement.…

Housing recovery underway?
A report this week from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) presents more evidence that a housing recovery is under way in much of the country. According to NAR, existing home sales rose for the…

$8,000 tax credit expires on November 30th
First time home buyers can qualify up to $8,000 tax credit when purchasing their primary residency. Credit amount is determined by 10% of purchase price up to $8,000.  All properties qualify, including…

What areas in Gloucester, Camden, and Burlington counties have the lowest property taxes?

When would be a good time to see this property? Shawn spleasan@hotmail.com
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1082061693-5120-Germantown-Ave-Philadelphia-PA-19144

WHAT ARE THE MAINTENCE FEES FOR ISLAND LINKS RESORT IN SOUTH CAROLINA?

Is still avilable this house, can I pay por it with a credit?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1082312857-1838-Main-St-Riverside-CA-92501

any rental lake front homes in Willowick?

How tough are bank appraisers in making appraisals ? Are they given the house and its purchasing price and?
then set out to make the appraisal, or do they make an appraisal without knowing the purchasing price?

if a house asking price is 129,999 what is a good offer?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Pennsylvania/Philadelphia/sold/1327357-1331-N-57th-St-Philadelphia-PA-19131

how can i find out how much a house is and where i can find it and who i contact in order to purchase a house?
please email me back about 210 south g st in hamilton ohio 45013 and 224 warwick ave hamilton ohio 45013. you can email me @ singletonsusan@rocketmail.com -- This question is about this property: htt…

Would it be possible to hook up to the city sewer system?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1079493381-5651-Glenrich-Dr-Dunwoody-GA-30338

I live in Beacon, NY. Is there a grace period for my rental payment that's due on the 1st of each month in?
Dutchess County?

i am interested in this property at brefni st at amityvile can you please contact me at 917 279 0277
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/foreclosure/map/2006320665--Brefni-St-Amityville-NY-11701

what is the high school band program like @ Platte County R2 in Weston MO?
my grandson will be a senior @ PC R2--previously he has been active in band--what can you tell me about the band program?

Kahler Glen Condos - Lots to Choose From
In past years I've written how owners of Kahler Glen Condos can write their own ticket because units rarely come on the market.Well, times have changed and there are too many Kahler Glen Condos for Sale…

is there a transfer tax for refinancing in Wilmington, DE?

I am very interested in viewing the house at 3720 w dickens ave. can we set up a time to meet and discuss?
I am free tomorrow, Wednesday or Friday of this week (I prefer mornings, but am here all day). Please contact me ASAP at 706.799.8272, or at lizpaint@gmail.com. Thanks so much! -Liz Weber -- This question…

is this home still "FOR SALE"? 1892 taormina ct 92507???? i would love to buy this home thank you cathy 909-2

What does your credit score have to be to re-finance???

What is a A multi degreed professional equivalent to a PhD?
I noticed this is in a Top Voices bio....what is equivalent to a PhD? Multiple masters degrees are not the quivalent. Very curious. Guess things ARE bigger in Texas!

why isn't there a agents name to contact on a foreclosue listing?

I'm on my mother's loan of her hose for the last 23 years. I do not live there and haven't in the last 22
years. If my mother showed cancel checks or some documents that i do not make any payments and haven't , can i still get a fha loan?

Will banks accept offers that are 30-35% under asking price on bank-owned properties?
I understand that nationwide, in June, banks lost an average of 64% of the original loan balance on bank-owned properties. Is this true in the Concord & Salisbury area? Will they laugh if the asking…

could you email me lgmorrow@charter.net
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1046539625-4002-Carolina-Dr-Claremont-NC-28610

My question is ,if I have bab creadit . we can look for a house or the credit have to be very good.
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1082199322-12231-White-Cap-Ln-Houston-TX-77072

2600 Kennedy Boulevard in JC?
I'm considering the purchase of a beautiful apt in this building, but get conflicting reports about its possible resale value and issues that may exist with special assessments. Does anyone know more about…

Best Advice You ever Received?
When I started in real estate I had a philosophy that I would talk to anyone who knew more about the business then I did. Which was everyone. One of my favorite questions to ask was, "What do you know…

Need some direction. What suburbs of Boston can offer excellent schools, safe neighborhood, approx. 30 min.
commute by CAR to downtown and a 3 br home with 2000sq ft for $450K max? Looking for a home in move in condition, like within a month! Prefer newer homes or older homes with charm.

I am interested in investing in multi family units . where do I start? I ambased in the Seattle WA .region

WHOSE MARKET IS IT ANYWAY????
Buyers market? Sellers market??  Whose market is it anyway?? Well, with prices down, rates low and FHA and VA loans back into play for the first time in years, you would think that it would be a buyer's…

I cancelled escrow before deadline because appraised value of the property came 20% below the purchase price.
The seller refuses to return my deposit because he misunderstood escrow deadline. I am planning to file a small claims court but I do not have a seller's address. The escrow and listing agent do not…

What price range would I able to look for at $900.00 mo.? I live at 32176

Hello, Would like to take a look at this home today if possible. Please call 425-269-3057. Thank You,
Jennifer 425-269-3057 -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1082351781-584-Mountain-View-Ln-NW-Issaquah-WA-98027

Land values in Brunswick, Maine. What is the appreciation of land values near Maquoit Bay?

Getting Started
Hi! My name is Christa Ross and I am a RE/MAX Select Realty agent living here in the great city of Pittsburgh, PA. While I have been working as an agent for awhile I recently decided to focus my efforts…

This property is advertised as being located a short walk from "the beach." To which beach do you refer?
Public access is to the beach fronting the Atlantic Ocean is via the State Park, more than a mile away, and to a short piece of beach owned by the State near Fort Popham. Recent court rulings have upheld…

is this house still on the market? If so, what's the asking price?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Louisiana/Baton_Rouge/sold/20199009-2123-Hoyt-Dr-Baton-Rouge-LA-70816

what are the hoa fees in the mls 177822?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1080658488-207-Hearth-Ln-Boiling-Springs-SC-29316

Does this community in North Hills, NY allow large dogs?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1083706473-Condo-North-Hills-NY-11040

please advise on hoe costs and taxes
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/photos/1071400389-6542-Swissco-Dr-Orlando-FL-32822

what kind of price reduction should be made depending on the days on the market?
Whats a good rule of thumb when making price reductions? Days/ amount of reduction

where on cohasset is it? what is the HOA?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/foreclosure/2003927424--Cohasset-St-11-Winnetka-CA-91306

How is the general condition? Taxes?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1081106566-665-NE-163rd-St-North-Miami-Beach-FL-33162

Can I contact the seller personally instead of talking through my agent? I would like to talk directly to the
seller about my situation. I am not short of cash in any way, but because I work 24 hours a week I am having a hard time with my current lender. They agreed to accept a formal document from my employer…

how much usually are real estate agent fees if i hire one when i buy a house? are they negotiable?
i am interested in buying a home in American Canyon & have been doing my own research. I actually have found a house that i like which fits my price range. the only funds that i have is a small amount…

Did this property sell at auction in June or is it still available?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/foreclosure/2006010359--Weatherfield-Ln-Kernersville-NC-27284

Who purchased the home?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Michigan/Lincoln_Park/sold/2323183-611-White-Ave-Lincoln-Park-MI-48146

How much does a home inspectioon cost by a (P.E) professional engineer inspector for a second floor condo.
I have just purchased a 2 bedroom and 2 bathroom condo that also has a loft it is about 987 ft in size. How much would it cost to get the condo inspected by a professional engineer inspector (P.E) I have…

I would like to know if the asking is actually $330,000. Thanks.
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/photos/1082644988-300-S-Pointe-Dr-Miami-Beach-FL-33139

who is the agent for this house?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/schools/1065870611-501-Belmont-Ave-Los-Angeles-CA-90026

Is this house a single-family home as labeled or is it actually a condo/townhouse? It's hard to tell.
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1079274939-15982-Lakeview-Ter-Middleburg-Heights-OH-44130

What is the assessed parcel number for 5541 Cribari CL San Jose, CA 95135 please?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/California/San_Jose/sold/1925036-5541-Cribari-Cir-San-Jose-CA-95135

looking for a rental home 3 br in decatur county indiana

I would like to know the taxes on this property.
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1083766361-3518-SW-Rosardo-St-Port-Saint-Lucie-FL-34953

Best Builder, Remodeler, Handyman in the South Alabama!
This guy does it all and is very reasonable!  Look him up online at www.ambuildersllc.com.

I am renovating an old house. The easiest place to make into the Master bedroom with bath will be the second
floor. Is that a good idea? Or would it be better to try to have a smaller Master Bedroom on the first floor?

Lease Purchases | An Alternative For Buyers & Sellers
Many people who are struggling to get mortgages are turning to the next best alternative, lease-options. This is a contract that allows renters to lease the property and, at the end of their lease, they…

buying in a new building what happens if it goes into foreclosure
I am looking at buying a condo in a newly developed project. the original project was three buildings of 100 units each, they have developed the two buildings and number 3 is on hold for the foreseeable…

yes i am wonting to no more about this home i am intersted in it.. please email me back thank you
my home number is 828-759-0146 or my cell is 828-640-7463 my name is kristy or if you have information on it please send it to me at 2333 howard arnett rd lot 40 lenoir nc.28645 -- This question is about…

Search ALL homes for sale in St. Augustine Florida from your Personal Cell Phone
Search ALL homes for sale in St. Augustine from your personal cell phone.   July 26, 2006 (St. Augustine, FL)—One of the top real estate agents in St. Augustine, Florida announced today that cell phones…

i am nterested in the genesee ave property san diego 56,000 how di I get a realtor and see it
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/foreclosure/2006101428--Genesee-Ave-San-Diego-CA-92121

I'm looking for a house around birdseye st ..how safe is the area and any info about schools ?

I own this house and have for a year. Why is it still listed here?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1031999433-36-Ruth-Ave-Hampden-ME-04444

Central Ohio Rentals
Rentals   One name. Many solutions. Why turn to many people for the solutions you need, when one name can take care of it all? We are committed to providing friendly, informative, courteous service…

Buying a condo in Chicago, where, what should I look for?
I am 23 and currently work in the UK. I have about 40k in investments, 27k in my IRA, and 40k in cash. I want to buy a condo in Chicago and rent it out for the next 8-10 years. I would like to buy…

Palo Alto Ca Single Family Home Market Update 07-26-09
·     Palo Alto Ca Single  Family Home Market Update 07-26-09 ·     As of today this is the snapshot of the Palo Alto single family home market:   121 Active listings 33  Pending sales What…

Looking for owner finance, contract for deed in the lytle, medina county area maybe even in atascosa area.
any tips?

Short Sales | Questions and Answers
Q. What are my options as a home seller when my property is in or heading toward default (foreclosure)?A. In the event that you have been delinquent in paying your mortgage or anticipate that you will…

A few years ago my home was to be foreclosed on. There was a sale date and everything.So obviously I had to
move. The HOA had a $3000 lien against it.Someone payed the lien just before the sale date. I can't buy a home now because it is still in my name after all these years. This guy has been paying the payments…

Selling a Home
Selling For most families, their home is their largest financial asset and the decision to sell it is a big one that involves a lot of preparation and work. You’ll be faced with many questions; How…

What is the selling price?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Illinois/Burr_Ridge/sold/20830184-27-Old-Mill-Ct-Burr-Ridge-IL-60527

How Long Will a Foreclosure, Bankruptcy, or Short Sale Affect My Credit?
Question: How long will a foreclosure, bankruptcy, or short sale show up on your credit report? Answer: A foreclosure can be reported on your credit report for seven years from the date the foreclosure…

Interested in Finding Out What Other Homes In Central Ohio Sold For?
Quickly Find Out What that Home Down the Street Sold For, By Email, for Free If you are considering selling your home, you're probably wondering what other homes in the area are selling for. There might…

Lender More Open To Short Sales
By Bob Tedeschi and The New York Time ONE avenue for escaping foreclosure may be getting a little easier to navigate: the so-called short sale, through which distressed owners sell their homes for less…

what do you think the going price will be?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/foreclosure/2006364615--S-87th-Dr-Fort-Smith-AR-72903

Dealing with Short Sales / Foreclosures in Your Neighborhood
How do you deal with Foreclosures (and unattended short sale listings) in your neighborhood?  Home values across the country have been affected by our country’s current economic climate.  Values in…

Disputing Your Property Tax Assessment - Reducing Your Tax Burden
   Think your property tax bill is too high? If so, it might be a good time to check on your assessment! The county assessment is the basis from which property taxes are derived and the groundwork for…

Shaddock park in Allen, TX. Whay has it not taken off?

Comparing Loan Offers
When you decide to purchase a home, one of the first tasks is to talk to a couple of lenders and choose which lender and loan are best for you. With all the loan variables, this is often easier said…

Short Sales | Who Qualifies?
A short sale in real estate occurs when the outstanding obligations (including all loans, lines of credit, etc.) against a property are greater than what the property can be sold for. Short sales are a…

Short Sales vs. Foreclosure
The Impact of Short Sales vs Foreclosures on Credit Reports If you are a seller whose home cannot sell due to the market declining, and like many others you’ve been turned down for a loan modification,…

Can this property be viewed?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1080656952-Single-Family-Home-Bronx-NY-10471

June Market Report | Central Ohio
Sales Continue to Increase as Market BalancesMonth’s Supply, Key Indicator of Supply & Demand Hit 3-Year Low! More than 2,000 homes changed hands in June, the highest number in 10 months, as the…

Buying A Home In Central Ohio
Buying a Home HOME... a place defined by the life we create there. Homes are the culmination of living dreams, wishes, wants, needs and visions blending together. They are dwellings in which we find…

I need an unsecured personal loan for education, bills. Other than payday where can I go for $6,000?

what's the cross stress, or address what's the zoning ?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/photos/1083447902--Chino-Hills-CA-91709

whatis the address of this property? Can I see it?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/foreclosure/photos/2005906433--Lincoln-St-Hollywood-FL-33021

The Great Recession and the Housing Market
Existing home sales were up 3.6 percent in June, while condo sales surged 14.0 percent. This has been the longest string of sales increases since 2004, quite a healthy upturn. Foreclosures too are looking…

My name is own my mother's mortgage. I do not and have not live in this home for over 23 years. Is there?
anyway i can proved that i do not make the payments on this home to quailfy for fha or the 8,000 tax credit.

Time is running out for the $8000.00 First Time Home buyers tax credit!
By now, hopefully you have heard about the $8,000.00 federal tax credit for first time home buyers.   If you qualify this could be a once in a lifetime opportunity to help get you into a new home.   This…

Hello, Our realtor called us and told us we will be assigned a negotiator in a few days. We put a offer on a
short sale property. Is this a step forward? Does this mean that the bank is dealing with just us? Please help. -First-time home buyers

hi my name victor and i was wondering has the price lowerd since 05/22/09 on this property 7602 w irving park
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/price/1045269845-7602-W-Irving-Park-Rd-Norridge-IL-60706

Looking for a house in Riverside Village.
Is anyone also looking for a house in this community? Is the price ($ sqft) high for the area? What are your experience? Talked with a couple builders' rep there. Feel like they are arrogant. Get the feeling…

Was this property located at 563 Tell Lane? If so, it sold recently, can you give me the closing price?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/foreclosure/2006043211--Tell-Ln-Hemet-CA-92544

Please, may I receive more information about its address, pictures and estatus. thanks and BR,
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/foreclosure/2004267007--Osman-Ave-Orlando-FL-32806

Is the property still for sale? How do we contact the agent?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1046046274-95-Tenino-Ter-Eagle-Point-OR-97524

hi i was wondering if i can get a phone number so i can know about this property because i am interested in.
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/foreclosure/2006406173--Kentucky-St-Dearborn-MI-48126

how would we be able to see this condo? What are the fees? Is $58,000 a mistake?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1083355359-1782-Imperial-Golf-Course-Blvd-103C-Naples-FL-34110

Chattanooga/Hamilton County Real Estate Market Statistics
Inventory is down to about an 8.5 month supply overall with a big uptick in higher end homes sales for the month of June. Click here for more information and to see the actual numbers.