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How can I find out how long all of the homes have been?

How do I find an agent with Short Sale and DIL expertise?

It's time to visit Charleston, SC ya'll....
Thought that you might have some friends, family and or clients who would appreciate seeing the fun video I've included down below.  Charleston has a magic that is hard to define in words but this video is…

{NEW PRICE} $129900 Charming Matanzas Woods Home!
***NEW PRICE*** $129,900 Charming Matanzas Woods HomeCHARMING MATANZAS WOODS HOME$129900http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hvIqUfkGK_AYOUTUBE Movie  34 Lamoyne Lane   34 Lamoyne LaneLocated…

WHAT WAS REINFORCED TODAY HOSTING MY OPEN HOUSE?
My lesson learned today was not a new one but it remains a critical component of being a great agent. Be a steadfast listener. By asking the right open ended questions, you can not only determine what…

is it possible to buy with no money down anymore?
I want to find a home and not be just a renter. I am coming out of a bankruptcy and short sale from 2008. I know rent prices are high now and buying a home could be a lower monthly cost. What are the…

What need to do to sell a home? Give me some advises.

What is a Green Roof?
What is a GREEN ROOF? A green roof or living roof is a roof of a building that is partially or completely covered with vegetation and a growing medium, planted over a waterproofing membrane. An…

At least 10 days and my Voice Activity page has not been updated. "Working on it" answer from Trulia but no results. Anybody else?

What are the typical Home selling costs for a medium size home?

Wondering if it’s a good time to buy real estate in south Florida?
The answer is yes. The collapse in home prices during the past five years has left plenty of bargains for the taking. Broward County led the tri-county region with 2,400 of these properties. Palm Beach…

Why are you still renting? You know you can buy right?
So why is it you continue to pay down the balance on your landlords mortgage? Why aren't you buying a home to call your own? Is it because you are scared to make that "big" purchase, or is it because you…

How can I get Buyer for a medium size home?

Portlock Homes for Sale
Portlock Hawaii Kai Homes for SaleIf you are looking for a home in Hawaii, contact me by phone, email or leave a message on my website. Anchorage is the area past the post office on Hawaii Kai Drive.…

Any advice regarding listing a home that currently has a tenant living in the home?
This particular home is a wonderful home in a very desirable neighborhood. The problem is it won't show well due to the tenants' mess and clutter. I'm going to talk to the tenants but they…

Im interested in this property. How would i go about checking it out or placing a bid?
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Loving this!
I am loving my job! Selling WV real estate is awesome! The places I get to go especially in Kanawha & Putnam Counties are gorgeous! This incredible weather we have been having really shows off the…

Hawaii’s Animal Quarantine Law – Qualify Your Pet for the 5 Day or Less Program
Animal Quarantine Information Moving to Hawaii with Pets?Effective December 1, 2009 inspection hours for dog and cats at Honolulu International Airport (HNL) will be between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to…

Under Contract! Now What?!
Under Contract! Now What?!You have been dreaming of the day the “Under Contract” sign is outside your Loudoun County window and now that dream is now a reality. But, what happens now? Below is an…

How are couple scores calculated?
One Is below avg the other is not ideal? How are two scores combined or should better score enter mortgage alone?

Buying a home- How low can they go when I make the offer?
Making the offerI think the phrase is used generally to both encourage an offer, but to request that you and your agent review the comps to see that they have priced the home according to the market. It…

What are the 4 things that go into selling every home?
There are 4 things that go into selling each home.1. Price2. Condition3. Location4. MarketingPrice depends on the market, your location, and the condition of your property. Shop the competition to help…

Hot tip for selling your home- keep it clean and restain the front door!
One of the best spends that a seller can make is to restain the front door. While the buyers agent fiddles with the key, the buyer stands there....with not much else to look at. If the door is old and…

Online Real Estate Marketing: REALTORS Could You Be The Next Kodak?
7inShare 1diggemailprintCouple Months ago The Wall Street Journal, ABC, CBS and other major media outlets reported what was unbelievable for some – “Kodak May File For Bankruptcy”. This news was…

Mortgage Rates Move Up
Though mortgage rates are moving up. they still offer high affordability for buyers. A recent report reveals that mortgage rates for the week ending March 15 increased but are still below 4 percent, providing…

Do landscaping now? Or offer a landscaping allowance?
I have a seller who doesn't want to put money into landscape spruce ups now. He wants to put landscaping allowance in the listing. I think the yard needs sprucing up so potential buyers will not…

My husband and I recently got pre-approved for our loan. We are interested in 3510 Highland Way. Is this property still on the market?
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How do I find out who has the best deal to offer me when buying a home?

Looking for an agent that knows the short sale process and also has worked with an investor before?

Looking for a 5 to 6 person house in west chester borough.

Why are some of the listings in my serch Marked foreclosure with no address or information?

What is the best way to politely and tactfully encourage a seller to clean up and declutter the house they want you to list, without offending them?

If a realtor will not acknowledge a Black Mold problem on a property, what can a buyer do?

Well it was on this site so I would think you screen them better then that.

Interim Financing Made a little easier for Real Estate Investors
As the American economy and consumers soldier on wading through what can only be seen as an age of volatility, skepticism, incredulity and parsimony, it takes a catalyst of integrity strength and knowledge…

Housing Market on Long Road to Recovery, Capital Economics Says
Housing Market on Long Road to Recovery, Capital Economics SaysBy: Esther Cho 03/07/2012The housing market is healing, a Capital Economics report stated, but the road to recovery will be a long and gradual…

How outdated is basketweave parquet?
I don't know much about this...Is a wood floor similar to what's here: http://www.beatingupwind.com/2012-03/progress-on-parquet-floor-stairs terribly outdated, or could it "pass"…

Can I cancel a shortsale?
if im the seller.

who pays for a title search?

Really? Mortgage whistleblower gets $18 million???
Whistleblower facing foreclosure wins $18 million By     60 Minutes Overtime Staff     Topics 60 Rewind (CBS News) When we first met Lynn Szymoniak on 60 Minutes last year, she was an angry homeowner…

What is the typical difference in value for a smoker vs. non-smoker's home?
I've often wondered why seller's will continue to smoke in their home when it is on the market. What is the best (most tactful) way to tell them they should stop? Should I tell them they are…

I would like a 2 pet friendly community near the ocean with a senior mobile home park. i prefer the properties where you own the land.

what are the risks in purchasing a home that is a short sale?

What are the property taxes? What are the association dues? Is the seller interested in selling it furnished?
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99 Metros Make Up Latest ‘Improving’ Housing Index
The housing market continues to show signs of a turnaround with 99 real estate markets now making up this month’s Improving Markets Index. Texas has the most cities on the list.Just before launching…

My agent asked me (the seller) to get an appraisal. Do I pay for appraisal or does the buyer?

Is there a way to turn farm land into commercial or community property?

How much property does this have?
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looking for apts and unsure about the area by claudia dr. It looks nice but want some second opinions. Looking there and center st.near downtown.
Claudia drive looks ok but the price of the unit and space seems a bit too good compared to everything else in te area. Also another property managed by a diff property mgmt group next to them has had…

What is a reverse mortgage?

If a buyer wanted to purchase a home for sale using cash do they receive any sort of discount?

My husband and I both have about 620 to 630 credit score what are the chances of us being able to buy a house?
We're looking in the areas between Mountain House and Lathrop Ca. How do we go about finding our if we'll qualify for a home loan?

If your principal house is sold on short sale;are you obliged to pay the deficit?

Weekly Sedona Transaction Report for March 19th 2012
For a Free weekly list of Foreclosures and Short Sales in Sedona and the Verde Valley emailed to you, visit my web site now and ask for DISTRESSED PROPERTY list when you fill out contact form:http:/…

Verde Valley Weekly Transaction Report - March 19th 2012
For a Free weekly list of Foreclosures and Short Sales in Sedona and the Verde Valley emailed to you, visit my web site now and ask for DISTRESSED PROPERTY list when you fill out contact form:http:/…

Bank Of America Reduces Principal Reductions On Some Homes !!
http://www.postandcourier.com/news/2012/mar/10/b-of-a-to-cut-principal-on-some-mortgages/

Sedona Monthly Stats for February 2012
For a download of the most current monthly stats for Sedona please visit the link below.http://www.sedonarealestateagents.com/Sedona_Monthly_Stats/page_2346318.htmlFor any of your real estate needs please…

Can someone with poor credit be able to buy a house with a big down?

Thinking of using an FHA Loan? Think Fast!
FHA guidelines change April 1st!  Read about the changes and how it will affect you as a buyer.

SWFL Reading Festival - FREE
The Southwest Florida Reading Festival is the area's premier literary event! This free annual festival incites a passion for reading. Renew your interest in reading as the festival authors are announced.…

is this home still for sale? other websites have shown me the status is no longer active
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All Realtor® designations mislead and flat out lie to the public!
Here’s why! What is an expert? Apparently it is defined as someone who sits in a class for a day or two and pays a fee and receives a designation (guaranteed as long as your check doesn’t bounce!)…

Does anyone know about Realty Bargains Lead company
Hello, I was wondering if anyone has used the website for realty Bargains. They want 60 dollars a month. Is this worth it. they said I would get about 10 buyers or sellers on average a month. Anyone close…

1 bedroom coop price in Rego Park,Queens
I'm thinking about selling my 1 bedroom coop in Rego Park,Queens. I'm not sure how much it worth? I bought it about 4 years ago and it cost me at $175,000 at that time. I just realized now that…

What is the ave cost to build a custom house in Santa Cruz? Does anyone have SC contractor recommednations for general info on building costs?

Does this price include the property as well?
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My Husband and I will be looking to buy a home in about 5 weeks. One of our issues is he drives a service van for work and we have had a hard time
finding HOA's that will accept his van. It is nearly impossible to find out in advance what they will accept. Is there someone we can call who can check out the areas we are interested in and find…

Want to sell one bedroom co-op in Rego Park (queens)
Hi! I have a one bedroom co-op in Rego Park that want to put in the market. But the kitchen and bathroom is i have consider old. I wonder should I renovate them? I saw same size room that sell in my building…

Interested in purchasing investment/rental property in Las Vegas. What are some areas to look into?
Our budget is $200-250k and we would like a desirable neighborhood, great public schools, newer (2002 ). We were looking at Summerlin but we are open to other areas. Prefer to have a pool/spa although…

I was wondering about Heritage Isles in Melbourne. Does anyone have any info about it? Is it a good buy, good?
for resale down the road? It seems to have a high HOA and a CDD. Any other recommendations for that area in a gated community? Is it cheaper to pay a maintenance fee or to pay someone else to do it?

is this house still for sale?
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8305 Fawn Meadow Avenue
I was wondering if this house is house is currently under contract and making its way to the short sale process or if it is still available to look at. -- This question is about this property: http:/…

who owns this house?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/New_York/Rockville_Centre/sold/493921-58-Allen-Rd-Rockville-Centre-NY-11570

Home Sales in Aliso Viejo, CA Week of 3/12/2012
Homes sales in Aliso Viejo this past week were strong with predominately two and three bedroom homes. Transactions were evenly split among standard sales and REOs breaking down as follows: five standard…

The address you have listed on Trulia is East Hull Street,Savannah ,Ga

do they allow little dogs in this building?
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Is this a monthly rental or weekly rental for 2500.00?
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What is the best neighborhood for raising a family?
It can be a suburb.

Is your property at 5751 Titanium sold May 20,2011?
Why property located at 5751 Titanium Avenue, Las Vegas NV 89120 is still in your latest list of for sale properties?It was sold May 20,2011? -- This question is about this property: http://www.trul…

i just found out their are 2 open permits on the home i brought 2 years ago is the title company respobiliable for these permits they are from 2006

Sell 100 Homes in a Year
Warning: The following is not for those that see no need to further their success.  It is not even for those agents that are doing less than sixty closings a year.  The following is intended for top…

The homes selling in Ocean Pines are listed at $30,000-50,000 less then sale price 3-4 years ago, why?
Have the homes values decreased that much? I was looking at homes around $200,000 but hesitant that is might not be a good investment.

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Gov't Programs on Housing, Lending Need Forethought
When the stock market crashed in 1929, the severe economic depression that followed over the next decade was prolonged unnecessarily by government policies such as the Smoot-Hawley Tariff and over-manipulation…

Does one get a better deal with distressed properties so far as sold/asked price and cost per square feet are concerned?

Zillow shows most homes in Ocean Pines as listed at $100K more than they are worth. Is that realistic?

Most Home Owners Unaware of Gov't Aid Programs
More than 70 percent of home owners are unaware of government mortgage modification programs to help underwater borrowers, according to a new survey by FreeScore.com, an online credit servicer. Underwater…

Foreclosures Fall 8%, New Wave Expected
After falling 19 percent in January, foreclosures continued to fall in February with filings dropping 8 percent last month, according to RealtyTrac’s latest report. The big drops in foreclosures have…

Search Melbourne FL Neighborhoods & Communities
                    Lifestyle plays an important role with selecting a place to liveResearching for a home has become much more than searching for beds and baths. Buyers as well as renters want…

Is there flooding, low income families, low rent apartments nearby, and stray animals?

I have a question about financing for someone who is self employed.
I have a decent credit score (about 740). I have no debt to speak of. My business is always profitable, but my tax returns don't show a large income. I am having my taxes done soon and have some leeway…

I am in the US on a L1 Visa and I want to buy property. Is that possible? What are the Pro's and Con's in regards to taxes?

Can anyone get me more pictures? I would like to see the back of the home and also more rooms!
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What is the yearly tax on this property.?
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The Mei Condo Miami Beach
   The Mei Condo Miami Beach The Asian influence exists in Miami Beach condos off of the Atlantic Ocean. The Mei Miami Condominium has three different pools, a lagoon pool, a misting pool and an Infinity…

326 Lake Estate Dr. Home For Sale - Timberlake Chapin SC Real Estate
326 Lake Estate Dr. Home For Sale - Timberlake Chapin SC Real Estate This Luxury Custom Home is located in Timberlake which is in Chapin, SC. This neighborhood offers access to Lake Murray and has the…

WEEK IN REVIEW: NEW LISTINGS, PENDING LISTINGS,SOLD LISTINGS IN Menlo Park
We have only 30 active listings in Menlo Park. Houses are selling fast and buyers and their agents need to be aware and adjust to the fast moving market.  Following is the real estate market activity…

My dad is selling his two family house in queens how much tax will he have to pay once he sells, is it 30%

Does this house have an in-ground pool? Is this pool caged?
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is this house a foreclosure?
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