Is Real Estate Really a Good Investment?
The Times Herald Record wrote last week about a study on the housing market that the writer called "pretty grim," and calls into question whether real estate is a good investment. Essentially, the article
Energy Audits in Austin
I know that when we as realtors first learned that our sellers would have to get a home energy audit before they could sell their homes, we were worried about the price. How much would this costs our
Great new loan program
There is a great new loan program available for purchasing REO properties owned by Fannie Mae. A borrower needs a 660 credit score to qualify. It will allow your buyers to borrow up to 95% with no mortgage
Sustainable Real Estate
For tips on which water heater will work best for you to finding local 'green' vendors. Visist SustainableRealEstate
offer made on full price
we made a offer on a home that was asking 39,900 and we gave it and we had it written done and then the agent got a call and was told a nother offer had been made and they would not tell her what the
Realtors across Florida report rental fraud
ORLANDO, Fla. – July 16, 2009 – Scam artists targeting rental property listings operate statewide, according to Florida Association of Realtors® (FAR) members who responded to a news article in Tuesday’s
Rates are GREAT!!!!
My name is Troy Roberts I am a Mortgage Broker for American First Financial Services in TN. Rates have been up and down but rates are GREAT right now. Now is the time to buy if you are interested in purchasing
release contract
We haven't signed the release contract with the seller. But the listing agent put the house back on market in MLS again. Is it legal?
What's the market like in Blackhawk this week?
The median single family home price in Blackhawk this week is $1,387,000. This does not factor in condos or townhomes. Inventory is tightening and days-on-market is falling.
This week saw relatively little
Single family with 2 doors? Price?
This listing says it is "Single-Family" but there are 2 doors. Is only part for sale?
Also, what is the price?
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Fairfield Real Estate Update - June 30th
Here is a quick update on the 6 month sales for Single Family Homes in Fairfield, CT. It is a good news/bad news story. While Sales are still running 26% behind last year, this is dramatically improved
San Diego real estate
Did you know that right now in San Diego, it is a seller's market for homes under $500,000 and a buyer's market for homes over $500,000. That means if you have some equity in a home under $500,000, it
FSBO vs realtor
What are the varying costs when buying a home for sale by owner vs buying one with the help of a realtor? And who pays what costs? Thanks everyone for your help! :)
group TIC loan
I am in the process of purchasing a TIC unit. The other three owners have paid off
their mortgage. Instead of going to a fractional financing, I went to a big bank and got a group TIC loan. Since the
Top Fed Reserve Bank Official speaks in Nashville
Dennis Lockhart (Top U.S. Federal Reserve Bank Official) spoke to the Nashville Rotary Club on Monday stating that we will soon emerge from our recession. His speech was a mixed bag of the current negative
release contract
We haven't signed the release contract with the seller. But the listing agent put the house back on market in MLS again. Is it legal?
counter offer?
Judy, it was an all cash offer countered with a number that was $3500 difference-hence why did my realtor not discuss the counter with the seller's realtor and counter as we requested. Cash leaves no
water safety
In the wake of so many recent drownings and near-drownings in Tucson, AZ it's time to revisit safety issues surrounding water.
Item # 1-100: NEVER, EVER LEAVE CHILDREN ALONE NEAR WATER.
Period. End
Short refinance. Myth or reality?
A short-refinance, or a short-payoff is a transaction, where the current mortgage lender agrees to accept below 100% of the amount owed on your property. Its very much like a short sale but, instead
Real Estate Outlook: Buyers Getting Message
Real Estate Outlook: Buyers Getting Message
by Kenneth R. Harney
Continuing declines in mortgage rates and signs of home price pick-ups dominate this week's economic outlook for real estate.
Fixed-rate
Should this be my next step?
We are looking to buy a townhouse within the next 8-10 months. we are saving, and paying down debt and trying to get ready for the big purchase. both my husband and I have student loans, which are in
How will the recovery bill affect FHA loans?
We'll be looking to buy a home next year. I have an excellent credit score (above 740) and my husband's is just a few points under 740 and we make a reasonable income but have a lot of student loan debt
Is this property still for sale?
I noticed the house has no reality sign and has since been boarded up. please let me know the status of this property. You can reach me at 5166619455 or MJPeluso405@gmail.com Thank you very much for