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Landfall NC Real Estate
The Regency at Landfall offers the best of everything! Located minutes from Wrightsville Beach and Mayfaire near Wilmington, NC, The Regency offers luxurious living on the Southeast coast of NC.Read the…

Why would an Agent act as a second Seller's Agent?
After deciding to make an offer, we crafted the offer letter with the Agent from another Realty (not the Realty listing the property). They explained that they were acting as a Seller's Agent and not a…

Featured Tewksbury MA Condo Complex
Indian Ridge Condominiums in Tewksbury MA is located of Shawsheen Road between Routes 133 and 38.  It offers an easy commute to Routes 495/95/93 and affordable housing... read more and see whats available…

Best Mortgage Advise
If you have started your home search or just thinking about pursuing your dream, please take  a moment to <a title="Mortgage advise" target="_blank" href="http://wilmingtonncrealestateguide.com/20…

Good or Bad plan: Buy 1-2br property to live in for short period, then rent out as an investment property
Is this a good or bad idea? Buy a 1-2 br property for under 300K in S Montgomery County MD. Live in it as a first time home buyer for several months to a year, then rent it out as I plan to relocate…

The Art of Pricing Your Home
Pricing a home is not always as easy as it looks. The biggest problem is listing a property for too much money. When it is even 5% above fair market value, you attract the wrong buyers and don't expose…

PENDING HOME SALES DOWN, FORECLOSURES UP!
PENDING HOME SALES DROP, FORECLOSURES UP!  A May 5th article in the Charlotte Observer reported that pending home sales in March in the Charlotte, North Carolina, area, including Matthews and South Charlotte,…

This can't possibly be the price for this listing is it? If it is, do you take cash? Thanks - Tom
The address for the listing is 2897 Hidden Valley Lane in Santa Barbara -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1050605871-2897-Hidden-Valley-Ln-Santa-Barbara-CA-93108

Sonoma County i.e Wine Country California 1st Quarter 2009 Residential Sales Stats
Below are 1st Quarter 2009 Sales Stats for Residential properties here in Sonoma County Ca broken down by market area.   Residential meaning, single family homes on a parcel, townhouses and condo's.   As…

can i view this home this weekend?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/nearby/poi/z-15/t-G_MAP_TYPE/44.878265,-93.53723/1065914556-678-Broken-Arrow-Rd-Chanhassen-MN-55317

Are the owner of this property intersted in leasing with option to buy, or renting, and if so; how much?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1072538476-6178-Eagle-Trace-Drive-Ypsilanti-MI-48197

Hello This property was for sale and now i cannot find it. can someone tell me if it is still available.?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Michigan/Detroit/sold/85463-18517-Albany-St-Detroit-MI

iam interested in purchasing this home who do i contact
443 231 7045 -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Michigan/Detroit/sold/2189525-19788-Hoover-St-Detroit-MI-48205

New Listing, 299 Antelope Ovi, Flagstaff, AZ 86001
299 Antelope Ovi, Flagstaff, AZ 86001 More Photos&Contact Info More Details and Printable Flyer 2 Bedrooms 2 Baths Built in 1979 1536 Sq. Ft. 12,660 Sq. Ft. Lot Kachina Village, Manufactured Home…

I need the free class for englishe as a second language for my formation, please help I
-- This question is about Austell Primary School: http://www.trulia.com/schools/GA-Austell/Austell_Primary_School/

We have two great danes... are there any no pet clauses for this or simlar properities?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/photos/43209649-837-Ramsay-Street-Baltimore-MD-21230

1- Is this property part of the Edgemont Dchool District? 2- Can you rent apartments in this condo?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/New_York/Scarsdale/sold/36283-106-BOULDER-RIDGE-RD-SCARSDALE-NY-10583

best schools in columbia and surrounding areas.

do you have more pictures?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1049382050-118-River-Shores-Rd-FL-Green-Cove-Springs-32043

Is this house a foreclosure? the neighbor said it was. What's the cost and who do we call for more info?
Re: 75 Haras, SW, GR MI - We would like details about this home - price, how many bedrooms, bathrooms, condition, etc. -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Michigan/Gr…

Pocantico Hills, NY 10591 - Spacious Updated Center Hall Colonial For Sale
Click Here to explore this rare opportunity to own a home in sought after Pocantico Hills...For more information callPhyllis LernerRealtor / Broker / OwnerLegends Realty Group LLC914-438-7556

whaat is the fees of UT?

Should you pay upfront to lock your loan?
Some mortgage companies require a fee to lock.  They call it a fee but it is more like a deposit.  The wholesale lender or wholesale part of that company locking your loan does not charge a fee...as…

The Summer is Coming and So Are The Buyers!
Have you noticed the number of homes on the market has decreased over the last few months? This time last year we were hovering around 6,000 total units for sale in our local Daytona Beach Area MLS. Today…

Commercial Financing on large projects is available!!
Commercial money is out there for projects $50million&up.  Start-up & existing.  No up front fees, answers typically in 72hrs or less.  The fund is aggressive & is looking to lend on deals…

How much is this property being listed for?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Pennsylvania/Philadelphia/sold/1663980-200-10-Lombard-St-531-Philadelphia-PA-19147

How much does central air installation cost in a house in CA that has central heat and is about 1200 sq feet?

Knocking down houses
How houses are California's new oranges: http://bit.ly/1FJFj

Is the condo pet friendly?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/District_Of_Columbia/Washington/sold/5499-3051-IDAHO-AVE-NW-409-WASHINGTON-DC-20016

Is this home available?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Georgia/Sugar_Hill/sold/1296168-5939-Thunder-Woods-Trl-Sugar-Hill-GA-30518-SGA

Good news for Sullivan County Real Estate
NYRI or New York Regional Interconnect project is dead.  This means no major electrical infrastructure will mar the natural beauty of our region.  This is no small victory for all property owners in…

What are the best San Jose neighborhoods for a single, female, first time homebuyer with less than $300k to?
spend?

do you have any int. pics?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/California/Bakersfield/sold/141253-11119-Cactus-Valley-Dr-Bakersfield-CA-93311-SCA

How do I pursue a foreclosed home that countrywide owns? Not on mls. Not on Countrywide reo list. Naples.

149 Tabby Creek Circle Summerville SC Short Sale By Logan Simmons Charleston South Carolina Buyers Agent
149 Tabby Creek Circle Summerville SC Short Sale By Logan Simmons Charleston South Carolina Buyers AgentSearch The Charleston SC Area MLS @ www.charlestonsouthcarolinabuyersagent.com with Logan Simmons…

Applying for a 30 year FHA loan in CA - three questions..
I really have three questions. 1. My mortgage broker is saying that volume is so high, lenders are only underwriting purchase loans in contract. This means its practically impossible to get a real pre…

How to buy a house that's a Short sale???
Hi everyone, I am trying to purchase a house in Lincoln,Ca. It's short sale. Me and my Realtor submitted an offer about month ago.And no answers yet..The check that i gave them,already got cashed and…

can i person own 2 apts in the same HDFC coop?

Be Seen in Atlanta Real Estate- Don't be Invisible
Take a trip with me back through time (cue cheesy 80s music). You’re in the backyard playing superheroes with your friends. Everyone’s got their masks, utility belts, boots and a varied assortment…

whats the deal with this house i thought it was for sale and it says it sold back in 2002 is it on the market
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Nebraska/Omaha/sold/40340-5631-S-114th-St-Omaha-NE-68137

How do I get in contact with the current owner? email me at icarlsen@yahoo.com. your water is running.
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1053498043-1415-N-11th-St-7-Tacoma-WA

I've been told I should be looking at KC Mo for forclosures. Anyone with any experience in this market?
Kansas City Mo

How can I get Trulia to change my Listing Details? My home's specs are incorrect.
Where does Trulia get the listing details on a property? I live at 4720 Arline Drive, West Bloomfield, MI 48323...and the specs are incorrect. It's a 4BR, 2 full baths. The square footage is higher also.…

Do you suggest to look to own or rent at this time?
My fiance and I are both graduating college soon. I have taken a full time job at a hospital in Madison. He is going to be working in Waukesha, WI. We are looking the Sun Prairie as a good place to live.…

Is there any programs that can help me with a downpayment?
Im from texas and i tried at cctexas.com but iam over the income limit because there going by 2008 income.

What is a short sale?
What exactly is a Short Sale?  Simply put, it is when you sell a home for less than what is owed on it with the lender’s approval and the lender forgives you for the difference (what is short) between…

looking to rent a home in hillcrest/heights. Heard that some homes that are for sale will consider renting.
How can I find info on that? Need help finding a nice rental...

If you purchase a FSBO property, how does your Buyers agent commission/payment work?
Usually the seller's agent will split the commission on a regular property but for a FSBO, there obviously is no sellers agent.

Is this property listed for sale and how can I contact the listing agent? I cannot find it in BAREIS.
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/California/Santa_Rosa/sold/8000688-465-Jose-Ramo

Down payment programs.
I grossed around 58k last year and i am single are there any down payment programs i may qualify for?

What does it mean buy the interest rate down by 1 point?

The Gem in Hertfordshire
This unique non traditional, with open floor plan, custom built brick could be your dream home. Close to interstate, located in panoramic surroundings has many features that need to be seen.Click here…

DO U KNOW WHEN THIS TOWN HOME IS GOING ON MARKET?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/foreclosure/2004258057--Park-Ave-San-Jose-CA-95126

Santa Monica TORCA Condo Conversion
Have you looked at buying a condo in Santa Monica and wondered what it means when you see TORCA Conversion listed? TORCA = Tenant Ownership Rights Charter Amendment.  So What does that mean?In 1984 Santa…

The Woodlands TX Real Estate Market Report - April/May 2009
The Woodlands Real Estate Market Report - April/May 2009by KEN BRAND on MAY 6, 2009Flea-sized mortgage rates have super sized buying power.   Stock market rebound, thickened consumer confidence, positive…

I am interested in 2011 Woodglen Drive, San Jose property if it is for sale. Please advise what realtor.
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1068958515-2011-Woodglen-Dr-San-Jose-CA

How is it that real estate agents can buy interest rates down with a bank? Is this possible?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/mortgage/calculator/payment/property/1052459420-8347-Summerfield-Ave-Whittier-CA-90606

Hi - is this house having an open house any time soon? Thanks!
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1076402353-11306-Moorpark-St-1-Studio-City-CA-91602

Original price listed? Realtor who listed property, Realtor who represented buyer. Time on market
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Texas/Houston/sold/22836845-10834-Great-Bridge-Dr-Houston-TX-77065-STX

I am considering relocating from NYC to Maryland, and am considering different communities in Maryland. I
am hoping to find newly constructed Energy Star homes. Where should I look?

Swiss Avenue Historic District 2009 Home & Garden Tour
What? You've never been to the Swiss Avenue Home Tour? Here's your chance.The 2009 Home&Garden Tour is this weekend, on May 9th and 10th.Back before I was a real estate agent I attended the Home tour…

As a buyer should you allow your buyers agent to be paid by the seller?
Buyers often don't like signing a buyer's agency contract and still feel that when their agent is paid by the seller their loyalty lies elsewhere other than with them. But they also resent thinking they…

What is current asking price?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Texas/Missouri_City/sold/21963995-2919-Burning-Tree-Ln-Missouri-City-TX-77459-STX

Do you have any in same complete that are NOT short sales, or are lender approved. Need to show at 4:00 Wedn.
What is the code to get in on this unit 5422 Adobe Falls #2 Bettie Shetter Innovative Realty 619-403-0933 BShetter@aol.com -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/…

Now may be the best time to buy in Westchester County NY
Here are just some of the reasons why the housing prices in Westchester County NY will probably never be more economical. 1 Many sellers are waiting on selling their property.  As the inventory of homes start…

Is it Time to BUY?
A very common question that is being asked by many buyers in todays market isn't about "how much home can we afford?" but more commonly, "should we buy now or wait a little longer." Buying a home over…

Who can I get into contact with to look at this house?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/40088820-372-Pinewood-Dr-Weirton-WV-26062

Are there any programs available for prospective home buyers with bad credit?

Is this a 2 family or 1 family? What does multi-family mean?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1077095151-1012-11th-St-Imperial-Beach-CA-91932

Is there a tax benefit to owning a home valued more than $2M?
In a different thread, people keep alluding to the tax savings of owning a home >$2M. My understanding is that there is no benefit. The mortgage deduction is only applicable to the 1st million financed,…

I am trying to find out more info on this house...like who owns it? I am interested in renting it.
Someone told me it had a "for rent" sign out front just 2 weeks ago, but it's not there. No one lives there for sure. I went by and looked at it. -- This question is about this property: http://www…

Can I have more pics of the house? I really love it so far
smiles24251977@yahoo.com -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1040511173-319-W-Lookout-Dr-Richardson-TX-75080

Why so many homes for sale in LOP?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/42782708-14109-Torrey-Pines-Dr-Auburn-CA-95602

I think you have the price listed incorrectly on this one.
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1077617022-6714-Muirlands-Dr-La-Jolla-CA-92037

i need to post my apt for sec8 where do i go

Protesting Tax Values in Dallas - Worth the Trouble?
The Tax Doctor Is In:DCAD $20K Over Our Recent Appraisal Posted on May 5th, 2009 1:23pm by Candy Evans Filed under property taxes A reader writes: We’re in the middle of a refi on our home, so we had…

we have a structural beam covered w/sheetrock that we want to expose, is there a fire code for this?permit?

Positive Signs In The Tallahassee Real Estate Market
Yesterday was a busy day, as we posted the 6th edition of the Tallahassee Real Estate Newsletter. You can subscribe to the newsletter (in the sidebar of the real estate blog) in order to have it delivered…

is there any special financing for condex?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1079146237-165-Blackwater-Rd-Somersworth-NH-03878

Survey Says ... What Do You Think About Your Real Estate Transaction?
Today we are fortunate to have a “guest” who is currently working on his Ph.D. at Florida State University. Tim Munyon is doing research on the relationship between real estate clients and their agent…

i would like some contact info onthis property.
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1069816950-108-E-Saint-Clair-St-Indianapolis-IN-46204

New Home Sales In Tallahassee Still Slow
As most of our analysis of the Tallahassee housing market focuses on inventory (and specifically supply and demand of homes for sale in Tallahassee), we must always keep a vigilant eye on the state of…

Did you know Trulia won the Webby Award today?
I put up our blog post on our win. We could not have done it without our Voices community and all our Trulia fans. http://www.trulia.com/blog/rudy_bachraty/2009/05/cinco_de_trulia_-_we_won Thank…

Murphy NC – Properties are Closing in Cherokee County NC
Murphy NC – Properties are Closing in Cherokee County NC – The number one question about real estate in today’s market is are properties still selling? How much are they selling for? Is the market…

Where can I get comps of a home I am buying in Monroe North Carolina?
Where can I get comps of a home I am buying in Monroe North Carolina

Want to sell your Home faster? I can help with that!
As part of the mission to help buyers and sellers succeed, Allen Tate Company is launching two innovative new programs: Job Loss Protection and Rate Relief. While distinct in design, both programs serve…

Where can I get comps of a home I am buying in Monroe North Carolina?

Auburn, WA. Real Estate
Auburn, WA. Real Estate Indoors, outdoors, nightlife, parks, family fun...you name it Auburn, WA. has it all! I want to be your REALTOR as you begin the search for your next home in beautiful Auburn or…

is this bank owned property?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Michigan/Commerce_Township/sold/347520-1571-Wandrei-Ct-Commerce-Township-MI-48382

Is 2183 Chenille for sale?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Florida/Venice/sold/25223866-2183-Chenille-Ct-Venice-FL-34292-SFL

The New $8000 Tax Credit is Available for First Time Home Buyers!
$8000 tax credit available to First Time Home BuyersBy Steve Sloboda · May 3, 2009 For The Suburban Times I recently wrote about the fantastic $7500 tax credit opportunity that was offered by the US…

I'd like to give some of my financial details and would like to see if there's even a chance I can qualify
for one of these BMR units that I always read about throught the Mayors office. My annual pay: $56, 232, Single, Have I would say poor credit as I declared Chap 13 in May 2008. So it's been a year now…

THIS PROPERTY IS NOT FOR SALE
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/39398233-21780-Fairview-St-Greenwood-MN-55331

Does anyone know why the houses on Auhana Road are so much less expensive than houses in the surrpunding area?
I noticed that they are part of a 10 home development. Does anyone know how many homes have already been sold in that development? Also, any idea what the HOA yearly dues are? -- This question is about…

Does anyone know if there is an HOA for this property and what the contact information would be?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Nevada/Las_Vegas/sold/23065-9421-Summer-Rain-Dr-Las-Vegas-NV-89134

If I never had a mortgage on my current home and want to purchase another home, would I qualify for tne new h
I qualify?

Roswell Real Estate Market Conditions-Q1/2009
In the first quarter of 2009, 120 Roswell homes sold. In comparison, Q1/2008 saw 188 homes sell in Roswell and in Q1/2007 266 homes were sold.The average sales price last quarter was approximately $339,805…

Quaint log cabin for sale
Well maintained.  Charming full log cabin for sale on Crystal Lake in Tomahawk, WI.  2 BR 1 B, including upstairs loft for extra sleeping room.  Downstairs family room, laundry room.  1 stall garage. …

Denise's Home Buying Tip #2
The Mortgage process-What NOT to do: Mortgage rates are at an all time low.  With interest rates in t he low to mid 4%, you'd think buyers would be flooding the market.  Although the real estate market…

13735 Lark ct, Victoorville CA 92394 just sold. How do I find out the sell price?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/California/Victorville/sold/25858041-13765-Lark-Ct-Victorville-CA-92394