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Is the Bastrop area a good place live? or Cedar Creek? Are there any plans for major developments?

Future First-Time Homebuyer Seminar
Prudential New Jersey Properties' First-TIme Homebuyer Seminar was verywell received.  Our office planned to host another Seminar in the early Fall.Remember, the First-Time Homebuyer Tax Credit ($8000)…

How are you spending your 4th of July weekend?
Looking at houses? Showing houses? BBQ? Fireworks? Please share :)

Why have interest rates risen so fast?

The Word on the Street: Curb Appeal Sells Homes
Have you ever judged a book by its cover? Or, have you, in a frenzied state at the movie store, with no time to kill, grabbed what turned out to be a very bad movie because the cover was, well, pretty.…

What is the best way to find out if one's mortgage is federally backed, as in Freddie, Fannie or Ginnie?

My home's facts are not correct on Trulia. How do I get my home fact's/details updated on public record?
Please send me the contact info for public records so that I can sort it out with them

Lake Havasu State Park’s Windsor Beach Will Be Open 4th of July Weekend
Awesome news beach lovers; Windsor Beach, which is located in Lake Havasu State Park, will be open this 4th of July weekend despite the state budget shortfall.  The decision was reached on Tuesday afternoon,…

how can I assume my property (land) back when someone brought it under my nose, without my knowlege.?

what is the price of the condo in Lion's Gate, number 1254082?

Can I use the whole $8000 tax credit towards my settlement cost? I have my down payment

GREAT NEWS! Pending homes sales rise for 4th consecutive month.
Pending home sales show a sustained uptrend, rising for four consecutive months with very favorable housing affordability and a first-time buyer tax credit boosting activity, according to the National…

FHA Graduated Payment Mortgage/ Sect 245(a)
Already qualified for FHA 30 year fixed, asked bank about FHA graduated payment mortgage/ sect 245a and told they don't know anything about that kind of loan. Do approved fha lenders vary in the fha…

Is the property near a railway?Thank you very much!
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1077716598-391-Carey-Ln-Chesterton-IN-46304

Is 6407 S. Calhoun St. for sale again?? And if so, how much??
Also, can I make an appointment to see 103 S. Seminole Circle??? -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Indiana/Fort_Wayne/sold/21771952-6407-S-Calhoun-St-Fort-Wayne-IN-46807

What's it like to live in Bel Marin Keys? What are the demographics? Is there a feeling of community there or?
is it transient? Does it feel isolated from the rest of Novato/Marin?

HI, I was wondering if you could give me more information on this home? Thanks
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/compare/1081666851-817-Virginia-St-Watsonville-CA-95076

Do you know if park approves dogs?
is the stove elec. or gas -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1077886672-3603-Iris-Ave-Feasterville-Trevose-PA-19053

Things To Do This Weekend In Lancaster
  Reading Railroad DaysJuly 1 – July 5Railroad Museum of PennsylvaniaEnjoy the remarkable Reading Railroad trains of eastern Pennsylvania history through tours of Reading Company equipment…

What are the market conditions for a 4/2 in 33015 (specifically, The Moors)?
I saw a document that showed that nothing had been sold in The Moors, but it didn't specify if any Moors homes had been put on the market or if so, how long they're likely to stay.

Can you let me know what repairs the home needs? Has it failed a prior inspection in specific areas? Thanks.
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1053876347-6-Kings-Row-Ashland-MA-01721

Jeff Geoghan Realty Group Announces Strategic Partnership with Bare Financial Services, Inc.
Lancaster, PA (June 12, 2009) – The Jeff Geoghan Realty Group of Coldwell Banker Select Professionals proudly announced an addition to their homebuyer program today. Jeremy Walter, a financial planner…

Is this property still available?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Ohio/Cincinnati/sold/386081-6601-Buckingham-Pl-Cincinnati-OH-45227

Franklin Real Estate Market update for June 2009
In June 2009 there were 31 sales with an average price of $232,570 and a list to sales ratio of 95.98%.  In addition there were 27 accepted offers with a schedule closing date in the future.  There were…

LCCTC Green Home Is On The Market...Will It Be Yours?
The Lancaster Career and Technology Center has successfully built a green home from the ground up over the last few years.  The goal was to use the project as an incubator for their building trade students…

If their is an appraiser out there, I would be interested to know if backing to green space really adds any
value in outlying areas and suburbs? An example would be areas outlying Austin, TX like Manor, Buda, Taylor, etc. that are still developing.

THE ATTACK OF THE QUESTION MARK!
We have seen the first six months of 2009 speed pass us as time has a tendency to do.  As Barb and I communicate with our clients on the North Atlanta market, and what has transpired this year, we find…

What are the HOAs, Property Taxes, Insurance on this unit?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1082113011-30-Strada-Di-Villaggio-Henderson-NV-89011

I am a realtor in the woodlands and this property is NOT listed how did you get this listing its is NOT forc
it is NOT under foreclosure -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/12792098-15-Ivy-Pond-Pl-The-Woodlands-TX-77381

With how many Brokers I can work to buy house OR do I have to appoint one and work with him. Thanks
Also I am first time home buyers with excellent Credit Rate.

Is this home for sale?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Texas/The_Woodlands/sold/1445261-21-Coralvine-Ct-The-Woodlands-TX-77380

what are the pros and cons of auctioning your home, we have not listed it yet,?

What is the maintenance fee? What is the board approval process involve?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1077153809-673-Pelham-Rd-16E-New-Rochelle-NY-10805

Feng Shui This
Bringing feng shui into Lexington has been an interesting experience in many ways.  I've lived here for a while now and have noticed that there are very few people who even know what it is.  I feel like…

Has anyone heard of brokerage houses in nyc (elliman, corcoran etc) going lower than .05 for their comission?
Especially in todays climate. I am facing a loss due to the $ I would owe my broker on the comission of around 50K or more. Im trying to figure out the best strategy for getting my apt sold and NOT taking…

SCHWEITZER!! HELP! I can't wipe the smile off my face!
HELP! I can't wipe the smile off my face!I woke up this morning and the weatherman graced Sandpoint, Idaho with 6 fresh inches of snow.  I was in my office atSchweitzer Mountain Resort and on AR by…

We just lower our price to $319,900.00 from $329,900.00 at 207 Summit st. Petoskey,Michigan

Is 17 Sayre a good value or it it overpriced . What are the pros and cons?

short sale
is it possible,after signing an offer for a short sale to make a revision or adjust conditions ,such as requesting for repair monies.My agent didnt mention the fact that I cd ask for repair finances at…

Check out our newest Podcast
    View RSS feed close [x] Real Estate 2.0 Podcast - Michael Jackson and Sunset Junction Written by Dan Ortega   |  July 2, 2009 1:00 PM In My Neighborhood…

Is it possible to purchase a forclosed home using an FHA loan?

We presently own a home in the pines and are looking to swap for, or sell, and buy a condo.
Our home is on Gloucester rd ... 3 BR, 2 BA, LOFT, 2 story chalet. Built in 1994. Handicapped accessible, including roll in shower and ramped deck. We love the area and looking for a condo.

Could anyone give me any background information on 1120 Hamilton Road, Rock Falls. diane_glinka@yahoo.com
How many owners. Who are the last owners and why did they leave. How long has it been vacant. Does it have any history that I should know about. It looks like it has been deserted for quite some time.…

New Berlin Real Estate Market Update
There were 43 sales in June 2009 with an average sold price of $196,939 and a list to sales ratio of 95.78%.  There are currenlty 22 accepted offers with future closing dates.  In june 2009 there a total…

Seller filed bankruptcy! Does anyone know what happens to a offer on a short sale when the seller suddenly?
files bankruptcy?

Oak Creek Real Estate Market update for June 2009
In June 2009 there were 36 sales with an anverage sold price of $206,370 with a list to sales ratio of 96.73 %.  In addition, there are 23 accepted offers with future closing closing dates. In June 2009…

I am buying a foreclosure home but the owner did not obtain Building permits for pool and patio.
PLEASE DO NOT ANSWER "CHECK WITH LAWYER, INSURANCE, ETC." PLEASE ANSWER ONLY IF YOU KNOW THE ANSWER. 1. Is there a liability to me If I buy this property? 2. Do I need to pay the permit fees…

Magazines Make Great Home Staging Props
Would you believe it if I told you that I actually had over 50 different subscriptions to various magazines at one point?  My poor mail person!  I had every fashion, home, design magazine you can think of. …

Napa Real Estate Market Continues To Improve
The total real estate sales in Napa for June were up again for the third month in a row--what we would expect for this time of year. Normal sales were up quite a bit, Short Sales remained steady at a low…

South Milwuakee real estate market update for June 2009
In June 2009 there were 17 sales with an average sold price of $150,955 and a list to sales ratio of 94.51%.  There are currently 12 accepted offers with scheduled closings in the future. In june 2009…

To purchase this home what would the income requirements need to be?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1081509483-792-Cransberry-Dr-West-Carrollton-OH-45449

Has anyone else had a Radon inspection done? I would love to know what the results were.
Im looking at a house and it got tested for radon and results came back with a 3. -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1080514314-2733-Howard-Castle-Dr-Dyer-IN-46311

IS THIS HOUSE FOR SALE? IF YES WHAT IS THE ASKING PRICE
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Florida/Spring_Hill/sold/1569012-9645-Horizon-Dr-Spring-Hill-FL-34608

Creative Home Staging Ideas Using Props available at Pier 1 Imports
Spring has sprung and even though the weather is a little schizo sometimes, I'm excited for the transition.  I recently recieved the Pier1 Imports catalog and found some really great new items they have for…

West Allis Real Estate Update for June 2009
There were 65 sold properties in June with an average sold price of $134,850 at 96.17 % of list price.  The average time on the market was 104 days.  The currently are 42 accepted offers with scheduled…

Is this for sale or just a model home?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1080738866-14930-102nd-Ave-Dyer-IN-46311

Is this house still on the market?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1071915722-183-Saddlebag-Ct-Rineyville-KY-40162

Which Florida Real Estate Market area has suffered the worse during this recession.

Community Housing Development Organizations
There are nine of these organizations listed on www.coj.net, if you know where to look. Some of the phone numbers are disconnected, some just have answering machines but occasionally you will find one…

How many foreclosures and/or resales have there been in the Vineyards subdivision in the past year.?

what are underwriting fees?

Real Estate Market update for Greenfield Wisconsin for June 2009
There were 39 sold properties with and average time on the market of 73 days.  The average sold price was $163,089 with a list to sales ratio of 96.38%.  There are also 28 accepted offers that are scheduled…

The REAL reason to blog?
Why do you blog? Is it to help your website PageRank or show wisdom about your field?What am I missing here? Set me straight and you get a golden star sticker to take home!

Effective Home Staging Tips: Kids Bedrooms
Alice T. Chan, the Home Buyer Attraction Expert shares tips on staging kids bedrooms.

What is the asking price on this home at 367 Brooklyn Ave, Port Charlotte, FL?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Florida/Port_Charlotte/sold/20979075-3672-Brooklyn-Ave-Port-Charlotte-FL-33952

I am looking for a house & property close to town but still considered to be county-A2 zone where I can have
farm animals, etc. I am having a hard time finding these properties online and only see them when they are sold. I am looking for something up to maybe $125,000. I know they are out there. I just can't…

A Sure Way to Lose Your Dallas Home
Five fool-proof ways you can set yourself up to fail at Dallas home ownership: 1. Using all your Savings Putting your every last cent towards your down payment and closing cost for your new home. Begging…

Does anyone know if there is a lot of houses built with Chinese drywall in Cape Coral or Fort Myers FL?

Understanding Facebook’s Vanity URLs, Profiles, Groups, and Pages
Here is everything you need to know as a Professional about Facebook’s Vanity URLs, Profiles, Groups, and Pages. First a little info on Facebook.  What started as a way for College Kids to stay connected…

How can you find out if a property is on a fault line?
I'm wondering about houses near Wildcat Canyon Park on Arlington Blvd in Richmond, CA

This is a REO property, is it goin up for sale anytime soon?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Maryland/Fort_Washington/sold/57928-7701-Nolan-Ln-Fort-Washington-MD-20744

2 years ago I put my house for sale to try to buy another. I get a good offert and acepted so we did open
escrow, at the same time i went shoping for a new house in the same neighborhood, I did get aproved from Countrywide and we did open escrow just a few days of my other escrow. the loan officer tell me…

Obama's Housing Rescue Expands: 6 Things to Know
In a move that suggests its initial rescue plan was insufficient, the Obama administration yesterday announced plans to widen the eligibility parameters of a key housing initiative. The change would allow borrowers…

I was recently told by a state farm agent they were not writing new policies for the orlando area. Is this?
common with all the big companies? I am interested in what an average home owner policy would run on a 120,000 home. 2br, 2bth, standard construction for the area, no fireplace. I am thinking of retiring…

Puyallup, Washington: Positive Signs of Market Recovery Despite the Credit Crunch
Puyallup, Washington:  Positive Signs of Market Recovery Despite the Credit Crunchwww.HomeSeekerCenter.comOptimists are starting to emerge and with good cause, signs of a thaw foretell a much needed warming…

Is there anything I can do to prevent no-shows?
I am sick of rearranging my schedule, getting my house ready to show and having no one show up or at least call to let me know they're not coming.

Connecticut Fireworks Schedule 2009
Connecticut Fireworks Schedule 2009     Happy 4th of July!   www.Your21Realtor.com Here are the dates and locations for fireworks displays across the state of Connecticut:  Connecticut Fourth of…

Obama's Home Affordability Refinance Program raises its maximun LTV ratio!
Obama's Home Affordability Refinance Program (HARP) raises its maximum Loan-To-Value (LTV) limit from 105% to 125%.  This change finally makes better sense for the average homeowner here in California,…

CASH OFFER BANK WONT BUDGE!
There is a property original offer was $110, reduced to $85k a month ago, been on the market for over 80 days, on and off MLS for 200 days cummulatively. It is bank owned. I have made a CASH OFFER…

Is a real estate sales contract null and void if we do not close on close date with a short sale contingency?

A Magical Garden Valley, Idaho Evening Sky
A magical Garden Valley Idaho Evening Sky. There are few words that need to be written to accompany the set of pictures in this blog. I got to experiance one of the magical Garden Valley, Idaho sunsets…

My husband and I are buying a home and should have closed on June 30th. We are waiting for USDA approval and
have been waiting for 9 days now. Does it usually take USDA this long to give approval?

Any advice for doing a for sale by owner in Palo Alto? It's a completely remodeled 3 bedroom 2 bath.
The house will get a lot of attention just because our neighborhood, College Terrace, sells quickly. The concern is the price.... we need every bit of it cuz we're buying another place. Any advice…

With The Year Half-Over, How Accurately Did Economists Predict 2009
The number of homes under contract to sell increased in May. It's the fourth straight month in which sales volume increased, corroborating the growing notion that housing is on the mend in most U.S. markets.Consider…

is 771 arcadian avenue, valley stream ny under contract?

What are trending 3br apartment rental prices on the West side of LA?
Specifically looking for 3bedroom apartments in 90025. Am negotiating rent with my landlord now. Had previously paid $3300/month, but know the market has declined and am looking for hard data. Thank…

I need to know how to get intouch with the agent for 6527 Candleview Ct
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1080351515-6527-Candleview-Ct-San-Antonio-TX-78244

Wondering what the Address of the property in Hammond, IN is?
Hello, I was wondering if I could get an address for this property to drive by and take a look. Thanks -Harold -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/foreclosure/2006244193--…

what are the taxes in lake highlands area of dallas?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1043174237--Dallas-TX-75218

I wanted to know if the property is still available and if there is a brouchure/ photos that I can recieve.
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/schools/1082133469--Bronx-NY-10473

Lake Murray Lexington SC Real Estate - Lake Murray SC Real Estate Report for June 2009
Lake Murray SC Real Estate Report for June 2009   In the month of June there were 4 homes closed on Lake Murray with an average square foot sales price of $230.98 psf. The highest priced Lake Murray…

NO INCOME BASED FINANCING IS AVAILABLE!!!
Dear Colleges!Please be informed ,that no income based financing is available for your clients!Only single family houses, 2 family, 3 family and etc .NO CONDOS!!! (Can be considered, on case-by-case basis)Citizens…

Price Movement vs Interest Rate Movement - What it means to Buyers
Price Movement vs Interest Rate Movement – What is means to Buyers We’re at a period of time now when the yield curve on Treasuries, arguably, suggests that there’s a much greater probability of…

Make a Wish Children....We Can Learn From Them!!!
MAKE A WISH CHILDREN...WE CAN LEARN FROM THEM   These children who's lives are filled with Doctors and Nurses and Hospital stays. Always getting probed, pocked  and injected. These kids who live a life…

I want to list my house on Trulia. However it is pending live for 24 hrs now. Can a for sale by owner work on?
trulia Thanks Paul Gomes 323 641 7886

I filed chapter 7 about 7 months ago. When can I purchase a house?

Charleston SC Retirement Opportunities
Where To Look in Charleston, SC ? Charleston South Carolina's coastline and sandy beaches, world renowned golf courses, cultural opportunities and temperate climate make is a popular destination for active…

Fireworks on the Beach! Anna Maria Island, FL
Friday and Saturday, Fireworks displayed on Anna Maria Island beaches! Saturday morning, there will also a Fourth of July Parade, as well as flea/farmer's market on Bridgestreet in Bradenton Beach!Anna…

can i see the property before put a bid on it?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/foreclosure/2006335995--Patriot-St-Canton-MI-48188

New Cincinnati Real Estate Stats available
Visit our website to see the most recent Cincinnati Real Estate Statistics that were released on July 1st.  You can view graphs displaying Median Prices, Supply&Demand, and also Months Supply of Inventory.