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What is the address of this townhome?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1076001833-Townhome-Martinez-CA-94553
Flowers for Instant Curb Appeal in South Asheville
Flowers for instant curb appeal The experts all agree that curb appeal is one of the most important aspects to consider when selling your home in South Asheville.  When selling, it's the appearance…
Will any interior pictures of this house be available in near future?
From the description of the house, it has appeal, but the main issue preventing greater interest is lack of any additional views of the house, especially the kitchen, bathrooms, and bedrooms. And only…
How do I find a real estate agent who specializes in distressed properties / foreclosures?
I'm starting a cleanout service and need to know how to identify agents.
how big is the back yard?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1077188828--Queens-NY-11420
Why are real estate agents in Florida so slow to respond to questions IF they bother to answer at all??????
If I were an agent there, I would follow up on EVERY lead. I sent a question in regards to a property and finally got a answer to part of my question. The answer was short and unprofessional written in…
Tax Deductions Sweeten the Pot for Prairieville Homebuyers
If you're thinking of buying a new Prairieville home this year, you may already be familiar with the $8,000 first time homebuyer's tax credit.  That's a great incentive!  It can now even be used toward…
FTHB Downpayment Assistance programs in Loudoun County
It is possible to combine both the FEDERAL HOME LOAN BANK OF ATLANTA - HOMEBUYER ASSISTANCE PROGRAM and the Loudoun County Down Payment/Closing Cost Assistance Program for the purchase of a townhouse in…
Another Option ARM question: What does everyone think of a 40 year mortgage that is fixed for 15 years and
then adjusts after that? I understand it is a new product, and the interest rates seem to be lower than a 30-year jumbo, and has no prepayment penalty. Qualification for one or the other isn't an issue...…
Hi all, I am interested in viewing this home. - Kenny Matos
Kenny.matos@iconplc.com 631-255-4661 -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1080395075-Single-Family-Home-Deer-Park-NY-11729
Can a non for profit homeowner association sell a house they received in foreclosure for more than owed.?
The house in question was foreclosed on by the association for 1,600.00. They have been issued the certificate of title. Can the association sell the house for more. And if they do who gets the money.
Hi, is cable available in this area and is there a photo of the staircase? Thanks so much.
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1061993726--Biltmore-Forest-NC-28803
May- Middlesex County Real Estate Statistics
Those real estate statistics include residential one family only. They do not include townhouses, condos, co-ops, multi-family, commercial properties, etc… Real Estate Statistics May 2009* Previous…
When a Good Edison Home Doesn't Sell
It can happen to even the best Edison home. It has great curb appeal and the interior shows well. So, why isn’t it selling?  Even if your home is the best home in the neighborhood, it can still end…
looking for small acr. on rd leading to south boat ramp to Choke Canyon
hopefully starte a small buis for fishing and hunting
what is the price of this home?
is this house still for sale? -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/North_Carolina/Apex/sold/21505343-103-Chapel-Valley-Ln-Apex-NC-27502
I am interested is seeing this property. Please advise if it's available to see.
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/map/1081777177--Queens-NY-11418
I would like to know who the local real estate agent is that represents this property.
I am a licensed Realtor in Walton County. I have a customer who saw this property online and would like for me to get additional info on it. I have already tried searching the Okaloosa County Records and…
5 Reasons Why It's a Good Time to Buy a House
Should I buy a house now or wait until later? This has always been a common question among first-time home buyers. But with the uncertainty of our current economy, this question becomes even more important.…
there is a house for sale at 1321 gargotto ct., modesto, ca 95355
on 1 of the real estate websites for the laundry room it says 220 volt hook up, in garage, inside room? which one is it, is the laundry in the garage or does it have an inside laundry room?
Fraud Alert!!!!!
592 Eastern PArkway, Brooklyn,NY 11225This home is my late aunts estate and is currently in the hands of the New York Surrogates Court and Supreme Court. This property has been involved in mortgage fraud…
comes with parking spot?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1078935641-121-Saint-Botolph-St-4-Boston-MA-02115
Buying Foreclosures in Orlando Florida
Buying an Investment property in Florida right now can be lucrative but it's not easy. Here is some information that may help.If you want to purchase a Foreclosure you will not have time to look at the…
Poinciana Florida Market Report
All I can say is WOW!!! Poinciana is down to 648 active listings.  Considering there were almost 1100 in January this is incredible. That’s a decline in inventory of 59%. Yowsers!!! Inventory is flying…
Florida Market Report
What a difference 3 years makes. Right now the average price in Poinciana Florida is $73,000. You can still do 100% financing but only with VA, USDA(rural housing) or FHA with a gift from a family member…
Selling Foreclosures in Florida
Hi folks. Here are some excerpts from my day. Nothing special really. Just a normal day with trying to sell REOs in my market. ALL of these properties were active in the MLS and had been placed on the…
what school would my kids go to living at 11 spring valley,Phenix City Smiths Station Elementary School ?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1067049404-11-Spring-Valley-Rd-Phenix-City-AL-36870
SHORT SALES GONE WILD
Now that Freddie and Fannie have decided to open the flood gates we Short Sale Specialist have our work cut out for us. Now if we could all just get the FHA to stand still for a moment while we catch our…
Anyone having trouble getting real estate agents to email and call back? I find this peculiar. I'm trying to
look in Queens and Peekskill and just don't get responses about wanting to come look. It's frustrating.
Question on Foreclosure Counter-Offer....
We received a counter offer through the bank in an e-mail through the listing agent. Because we were fearful of multiple offers our agent did what he normally does with foreclosures for times sake and…
Is this house still available?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1076092447-Single-Family-Home-Queens-NY-11369
Is there HO A fees for this house If so how much?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1081419417-5406-W-Minton-Ave-Laveen-AZ-85339
MY HUSBAND IS DOING A SHORT SALE IN THE HOUSE HE BOUGHT BEFORE WE GOT MARRIED, AND NOW I WANT TO BUY A HOUSE
BUT ONLY IN MY NAME CAN I DO SO ? I LIVE IN CALIFORNIA. PLEASE I NEED ADVICE ...THANK YOU
Can my parents co-sign for a land contract for me and then, later remove their names from the contract?
I need to know how long they will be on the hook. Will they have to enter into the new loan with me at the time of the balloon payment when I will be required to obtain a mortgage? Can they remove their…
What is your opinion on buying a townhouse in Downtown Concord?
I am very interested in some of the townhouse units on Parkside Drive - is this neighborhood safe for a single mom with a small child?
Hi. Do you have time to show the home for me?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1081382246-13302-Walburg-St-Whittier-CA-90605
Nice neighborhood to buy a condo for investment?
I am looking for a 2 bedr condo to buy in queens area, for investment. what descent neighborhoods would be good to invest into? 300- 400k
First time home buyer moving to JAX..Help!
I need some insite on were I can find a GREAT 3bd, 2 bath single family home under 160,000. Is it possible?
Homes For Sale in Hollywood Hills California
Hollywood Hills Homes are legendary for their innovative designs, luminous landscapes, unique positioning among the side of mountains, and flourishing flowers. Imagine a peaceful sanctuary surrounded by…
HUD Home How-to's
Finding and purchasing government foreclosures in your area is much easier than you might think!The first step in any home buying endeavor is to be pre-qualified with a lender.  To bid on a HUD home your…
hud asking prices vs selling prices in metro detroit, I hear from some people that Hud homes in metro detroit
suburbs are going over the asking price, how do we find out so we can make and educated bid we want to win this one !
First time home bayer requirment:
I would like to know if you live one city and like to buy a home another city as first time home owner, would I quilafied the $8000 tax credit as first time home owner?
does this property have a first floor master bedroom?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1039516390-7847-Chestnut-Rdg-Maumee-OH-43537
My husband and I are going to start looking to buy a house. My concern is that I have a few credit cards
that he doesn't know about that i have just paid off and I wonder if he is going to see that when we go to get a mortgage.
I HAVE A HOME UNDER CONTRACT FROM BUYER, THEY HAVE ASKED FOR PERMITS FOR OUTDOOR KITCHEN AND INDOOR THEATER
ROOM. WE HAVE ELECTED TO PROVIDE LETTERS FROM THE CONTRACTORS THAT DID THE WORK THAT SAY TO THE BEST OF THEIR KNOWLEDE THER WAS NO PERMITTING NEEDED. NOW THE LEGAL TEAM OF BUYER SAYS WE ARE TO ESGROW THE…
I found a mortgage provider willing to do an 80/10/10 loan due to my exceptional credit score and low debt to
income ration. What are the pros and cons of going this route (FYI: I have 10% to put down and the piggybank loan would be at 9% interest.) Thanks,.
is this house is sold or not?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Massachusetts/Beverly/sold/735933-48-Pearson-St-Beverly-MA-01915
Selling Affordable Clark County Homes to Healthy Homebuyers
At the same time that Nevada is again leading the pack in foreclosures, existing home sales have increased 68% through April of this year.  Prices are down 43%.  It's a good time for people to buy affordable…
North Wildwood Bank Owned Homes
Are you looking to take advantage of this real estate market?  If you are, you need to consider bank owned homes at the Jersey Shore.  Bank owned homes are homes that are already through the foreclosure…
How The Banks Lost Their Way
BrokenI have been wondering how an industry could be so stupid as to make such poor loans and accept such unbelievable risk. How so many good minds could not realize the magnitude of the danger.Then I…
The home I am bidding on has sustained some storm damage to the roof. About three truss's are broken along
the roof. I have been told that a structural engineer will have to look at it and tell me how to fix it, then sign off that it was fixed properly. I want to do it right because I want to be able to resell…
Clicking on "View more details" button brings up a site that says house is sold. no e-mail alert sent, why?
Is there a delay in the time it takes for Trulia to receive information on recently sold property? This house and another in the same community area were sold, but I did not receive an alert, despite…
What features contributed to making this property so cheap?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/New_York/Queens/sold/23552218-4822-45th-St-Queens-NY-11377
How do you make an appt. to see the property.
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1079720953-Condo-Queens-NY-11426
I would like more information on this home along with pic's of:kitchen,bedrooms,bathrooms,livingroom,property.
How can someone sell a home without showing any pictures? -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1081331398-8140-Northpointe-Blvd-Pensacola-FL-32514
Is this tract FHA approved?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1081058993-1730-Truman-Cir-Placentia-CA-92870
how much is the condo fee or any other kind of additional cost per month for this unit?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/mortgage/calculator/payment/property/1076984715-9921-67th-Rd-3H-Queens-NY-11375
Frankling area condos and single family homes
My company is moving to Cuhahy WI. I am looking for 3 BD SF home or Condo in the franklin area. Need someadvice. Being a first time home buyer I dont know if condo is better or single home.Is condo market…
Streamlined 203K loans? What are the restrictions, as far as comparing to the regular 203K HUD loan?
We are looking and are limited to taxes, listing prices..therefore making our search less expansive, anyhow my husband is a contractor/handyman(not licensed) and we can get a lot more for our money if…
How to calculate DTI?
Assume we have four houses: Primary: PITI $2800 Investment1: PITI $700, rent $1400, 75% rent $1050 Investment2: PITI $750, rent $1400, 75% rent $1050 Investment3: PITI $950, rent $1250, 75% rent…
I am interested in this property
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1073302041-52-21-65th-Pl-Queens-NY-11378
Anybody know the status of this house? It lists the public auction as happening 5/1.
Just wondering if it sold, or if it's an REO now. Any info would appreciated. Also, any agents who have experience with REO's, I'd be interested in hearing about any REO listings you might know about.…
The loan officer told me that I need to file a quitclaim to remove my name out of the house title (Because
only my husband's name is on the loan application). Then, the escrow will have my name back on the house title by filing grant deed/quitclaim deed (?) Which claim is good to use to put my name back on…
I am interested is seeing this property. Please advise if it's available to see.
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1080165342-Condo-Queens-NY-11357
Adapting is the name of the game!
Every day I seem to come in contact with more than one person who is struggling in this changing market.  Buyers wanting to buy are the PERFECT time.....Sellers who want to get every last dollar out of…
Hi, I have two questions :1. I just moved to Jacksonville. I am planning to invest in rental properties in
Jacksonville area mainly in Single Family/condo with (3 BR or more). Due to the rental market competition ($1000 rent max) I will like to find some good deal ($10K-$80K) and fix them up for rental. I want…
Who do I contact if I'm interested in viewing this property?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/44308816-427-Saint-Johns-Pl-Brooklyn-NY-11238
Solve the problem - Formula to calculate the offer price for a single family rental property
This is a open problem to all Investors/Real estate enthusiats who are interested for SIngle Family Rental property. You can treat this as an open competition also. I will share my answer later. I am looking…
Hi- What is the sq. footage of this property? Also what floor is the unit on? Thanks.
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/photos/1073137855-Address-Not-Disclosed-Brooklyn-NY-11209
Social Networking For Real Estate Professionals (rev 6-9-09)
It’s no secret that suddenly real estate professionals all across the country are touting the importance of social networking.  In fact, after blogging, social-networking has been the major topic of…
I wanted to know more details on the property on 1484 West Blvd.
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1071441863-1484-West-Blvd-Los-Angeles-CA-90019
If i put in an offer via a realtor, and hear that another (higher) offer was received, how do i know this is
true? Do i take that at face value? Do I ask for confirmation in some form? If i do, does that make me look... bad? Heh Much appreciated advice. Am still trying to figure out all the mechanics of the…
In NE FL real estate, what defines a bedroom?
In NE FL real estate, what defines a bedroom? Must it have a closet? Must it have access to a bath? Must that access be on a hallway? The fourth bedroom in our house has its own closet, but is adjacent…
How can I sell?
I listed my house with a realty firm in the same week the real estate market started to go 'down the drain'. It's been sitting there with some showings, but no offers. Although priced right, for the last…
Washington State, Announces Free Legal Advice for Homeowners
Washington State Announces Free Legal Advice for Those Facing Foreclosure Governor Christine Gregoire announced a new statewide initiative, the Home Foreclosure Legal Aid Project, to provide free legal…
I purchased my first home about 1 year ago, as a short sale, for $165k (was originally built 4/2006 & sold
for $250k). At the time, my home was appraised at $190k. Given the economic situation & my extended commute, I'm having buyers remorse. Given the deal I got on the short sale in the first place, how realistic…
the house its for sale? and what the price
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1073671831-1171-Se-Mendavia-Ave-Port-Saint-Lucie-FL
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