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I have a credit score of 563. I have had previous issues with charge cards and medical debt collections,
which are several years old now and close to the 7 year mark. Anyway, my credit number has suffered. Now with good financial discipline, is there a mortgage I could qualify for? My debt to income ratio…

Why is Trulia so slow at responding to a request to remove an obsolete listing?
I'm sure that I have lost potential buyers as a result of Trulia.com's failure to remove the obsolete listing on my home at 4432 Meadowcreek Cirle, Sarasota Florida. The home was an estate previously listed…

who is the builder for chatham woods homes, pittsford,ny?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/New_York/Pittsford/sold/1317516-25-Chatham-Woods-Pittsford-NY-14534-SNY

New homes on Polk side of Poinciana now start at $76 a square foot
By Mary Shanklin | Sentinel Staff Writer April 27, 2009 Prices for new, single-family homes in the Orlando area hit an apparent new low last week as Avatar Properties Inc. introduced a series of three-…

Is this property for sale, and if so how much are they asking?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Illinois/Downers_Grove/sold/21550553-5148-Grand-Ave-Downers-Grove-IL-60515

I've heard some agents refuse to show KB Homes in Austin. Is this a real concern for resale value?

would they be willing to rent this out?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1075523224-4006-S-Sheffield-Rd-Bartonville-IL-61607

passed by this property 04-25-2009 noticed sign still up, is house sold or still up for sale.
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Nevada/Henderson/sold/448018-2701-Timber-Crossing-Ct-Henderson-NV

moving from ca can you recommend a good area to live currently living in a good middle class hood

would they be willing to rent this out?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1077151871-4527-Carol-Ct-Bartonville-IL-61607

Anybody know who is selling this house?
Please let me know if you know... My name is Jai Baker and my email is jai@tviaudio.com. My number is 765.639.7424 -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Indiana/Anderso…

Is this property in foreclosure? I would like to buy it before it goes to auction
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Colorado/Lakewood/sold/721422-13469-W-Auburn-Ave-Lakewood-CO-80228-SCO

Positive Sings in the Real Estate Market
What are Real Estate professionals saying about the current market conditions?  The successful Realtors are talking about the strengths in the market.According to the Gallup Poll: Americans See "Buyers'…

This home is not showing up on the market. Who do I contact to view this home on Hunters Ridge East?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/foreclosure/2004380573--Hunters-Rdg-E-Hoffman-Estates-IL-60192

HELP PLEASE??????????
We the buyer have turned a contract to purchase a home that is deeded to be 6 lots. In the title search process it was found that 2 of the lots were not included in the purchase to the Seller when they…

Are there any pics available of this place?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1074763906-5901-N-Sheridan-Rd-14C-Chicago-IL-60660

We are looking at a bank owned home currently priced at 319K. It has been on the market for over 120 days
and started out at 389K. The other non- foreclosure homes in the area are priced around 350K. We would like to offer 289K-295K, but will this get a response from the bank?

HOW MANY APARTEMTS IN THIS COMPLEX ? ANY MEXICANS LIVING HERE ?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1039993950-3816-Gulf-Blvd-South-Padre-Island-TX-78597

How would we find out the address of this home and if it would be possible to see the home. Thank you Lou
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/foreclosure/2004126838--Highland-Ave-Downers-Grove-IL-60515

Any advices on this property?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Illinois/Chicago/sold/22926065-934-W-Fry-St-3E-Chicago-IL-60642

Hi, I'm interested in this type of new construction. Do you have anything closer to the McAllen/Mission?
or McAllen/Edinburg area? -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1077959299-3221-Truman-St-Mission-TX-78573

WDO reports/Sellers Disclosure
I am under contract to purchase a home that has some termite damage. Some repairs were done after the termites were discovered in 2001. My WDO inspector found additional damage last week. The sellers…

What school district is this house zoned for?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Pennsylvania/Wayne/sold/1753644-1063-TOWNSEND-CIR-WAYNE-PA-19087

How do I contact this seller?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/New_York/Rochester/sold/21084780-19-OAKLAND-ST-ROCHESTER-NY-14620

How long has this house been on the market?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Michigan/Detroit/sold/2136454-18476-Northlawn-St-Detroit-MI-48221

I need the contact information for the listing agent
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Arizona/Phoenix/sold/154259-2308-W-Hartford-Ave-Phoenix-AZ-85023

This was my home and was foreclosed on Feb 4. Who was the listing agent?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Georgia/Stockbridge/sold/267789-115-Plantation-Blvd-Stockbridge-GA-30281

Closing delayed due to deed not clear from Seller's previous purchase of the property that we put a contract
Closing delayed due to deed not clear from Seller's previous purchase of the property that we put a contract on due to one lot was not signed over out of the 6 lots, can we end the contract as the Buyer?

I noticed the sign is down at 139 Brenda Ave. S. Lehigh Acres. Is it under contract?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1064578945-139-Brenda-Ave-Lehigh-Acres-FL-33974

Two Alternatives to Foreclosure
By EMILY GREEN COUNSELING RESOURCES FOR STRUGGLING HOMEOWNERS   • Neighborhood Assistance Corp. of America naca.com 1-888-302-6222• Homeownership Preservation Foundation 995hope.org…

Where is this property located in the community and which style is it?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1077597553-Single-Family-Home-Linfield-PA-19468

do you still have the nursing program?
-- This question is about William J Dean Tech High School: http://www.trulia.com/schools/MA-Holyoke/William_J_Dean_Tech_High_School/

We're looking for good neighborhoods in WInona, MN.
Can anyone recommend locations that are good for young families and also within walking distance to parks, schools, shopping, etc.? We've had Knopp Valley recommended to us, but we'd also like to hear…

how do i make an offer on a foreclosed property? can i do it without an agent? or do i have to have one to
make the offer for me? please email me if you can with answer: mellessa1@hotmail.com

Is this property on sale currently?? Please let us know as we are interested in this area. Thanks Gutti
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Illinois/Aurora/sold/21505241-1120-Stonehaven-Cir-Aurora-IL-60504-SIL

It Pays to Be Flexible, By Dan Polimino
The story goes like this. An agent with buyers wants to see a home on short notice. The sellers have indicated in the MLS they need a 24-hour notice for showings. But the buying agent asks the selling…

Is there two houses on this property or has the house been recently remodeled or split into a multi family hm?
When you do a search on this address there are two houses (one a four bedroom and one a 2 bedroom) the two bedroom one is a rental - real confused and affraid of the "renter beware" syndrom can you he…

How can I get more information about the status of this property without joining Realty trac?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/foreclosure/2004184670--Milesfield-Ave-Milford-CT-06460

Idaho Cuts Out Foreclosed Homes Scammer
A company sued by the U.S. Federal Trade Commission in February for violation of the Federal Trade Commission Act was ordered by the Idaho Department of Finance to stop operating its foreclosure-relief…

ARE THERE MORE PICTURE OF THE INSIDE ,LIVING AREAS & BEDSOOMS?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1067289492-69-Walnut-Way-Warrensburg-MO-64093

Find Out If You Qualify To Buy A Co-op or A Condo?
Since I sell so many co-ops and condos I am always faced with the statement, "I'm not sure if I should buy a co--op or a condo."  The fact is, these two types of properties are very different when you…

Anyone have insights, good or bad, about Shasta Hills Estates senior community? I'm fairly new to Redding.
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1063717076-349-Yolla-Bolly-Trl-Redding-CA-96003

CAn you tell me why this is on the market after having just been purchased in January? Thanks
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/South_Carolina/Graniteville/sold/20935618-2146-Gardenview-Dr-Graniteville-SC-29829

NEW GEORGIA DREAM NSP PROGRAM $14,000 DPA
The program provides $14,000 to eligible borrowers purchasing foreclosed properties in eligible areas. Funds are disbursed in the form of a second mortgage lien with no interest and no monthly payments.…

I will be divorced June 1st. I am isterested in purchasing a home but the mortagage from the home that will
be turned over to my ex wife will not be a refinance in her name but will be fixed that I am not liable if she does not pay. Is there a mortgage company that will mortgage to me with this on my record…

Manufactured home loan FHA what year does it cut and is there a dollar limit?
looking at MH 1981 in Shasta County $150000

What does subject to third party approval mean? Does this prolong the process when making an offer?

Tahoe Donner Weekly Update
The homes sales continued in Tahoe Donner this past week. 4 Tahoe Donner Homes went pending during the week of April 19-25, 2009.  There are now a total of 16 Tahoe Donner homes under contract. 3 homes…

is this house still available? how much?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Nevada/Pahrump/sold/502234-2621-E-DEERSKIN-ST-PAHRUMP-NV-89048

how do I find out who the auctioneer is on a home,so I can register? There are so many different foreclosure
sales,but they have diferent auctioneers Fred

Regarding the $7500 for first time homebuyers, do you still get that if you owe no taxes and getting refund?

Top schools in Fairfield, CT.
What are the top rated school districts in the Fairfield county, CT. I am particularly interested in Greenwich, New Canaan, Fairfield, Weston, and Westport towns. -vmz

what are the tax implications of a short sale vs. foreclosure on the deficiency balance of mortgage?
our 1st mtge (Peoria 85383) balance is $463k (original loan amount was $287k) and we have $100k HELOC. current market value is around $330k.

I believe I am renting from a landlord who does not own the property, how can I find out? I live in Detroit,
Michigan.

Is PMI and MMI only tax deductible between 2007-2010?
I read that Congress extended tax deductions for homeowners paying private mortgage insurance through 2010. But to qualify for the deduction you must have bought or refinanced your home since Jan. 1,…

How much are you required to put down on a 203k loan? Is it the 3.5% of the purchase price of the home or the
purchase price plus the rehab loan (total of the loan)?

Has this home sold?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/photos/1053909687-3813-Clubhouse-Court-Southeast-2-Conyers-GA-30094

how many crimes in 2007 in Yellowstone National Park?

Affordable Area Activities
Free Day at Denver Botanic Gardens at Chatfield Friday, May 1, 9 am to 5 pm 8500 Deer Creek Canyon Road Denver Botanic Gardens at Chatfield Rocky Mountain Flute Choir Spring Concert Friday, May 1, 7:30…

How do I get preapproved? What do I need to bring with me, who should I get preapproved with? Any help would?
be appreciated. I currently rent in zip 19131 and though I like the area, I'm interested in several parts of the city.

3819 Sequoia 62025 is in foreclosure. It was an active listing, but has been off for the last couple of months
How can we find out if it is still available and from whom. -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Illinois/Edwardsville/sold/319175-3819-Sequoia-Dr-Edwardsville-IL

I am involved in purchasing an REO property..The accepted offer was 448. We saw how terrible the
inspection report was we panicked, so then backed out of the contract.. It was back on the market very quickly for 5K less 443K! We realize after a lot of thought, that we actually don't want to lose…

Seattle Mortgage Reel Weekly, 4/24/2009
Interest rates remained quiet this week; the economic news will be announced next week.    First time home buyers are starting to make offers as prices remain low, the first time home buyer tax credit…

Can You Qualify for Rural Housing Program?
Mortgage programs have become more strict in the last year. Something that you do not see as much is programs with no down payment. But there is still good news if you live in a rural area and do not have…

Is this property open for leasing?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Pennsylvania/Philadelphia/sold/1434249-4320-Market-Street-Philadelphia-PA-19104

I have 11 listings that are listed in the wrong community and on wrong map. What can I do to correct this?
10 of my listings are located on Decatur Island and 1 of them is located in Cypress Island. They are all currently listed in Anacortes. Can I correct this to give potential buyers accurate info? Part…

what is the price of apt 5j on 3 island ave?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Florida/Miami_Beach/sold/3026561-3-Island-Ave-5J-Miami-Beach-FL-33139

i'm looking for a rental home 3 to 4 bedroom 2 bath in the southwest district.
we want to rent for less than a year before we buy a house. move in date probably june this year. range of rent we can afford is $700- $900. Pls. help us.Thanks and God Bless!

How many credits do I need in order to graduate in this school?
-- This question is about Association House: http://www.trulia.com/schools/IL-Chicago/Association_House/

Square Footage
What is the going price for square footage in Chancellor's Ridge? What is considered a reasonable price? I'm seeing a variety of numbers.

Tips for Selling a Vacant Home
<When there is a vacant  home for sale, often times it is obvious.  For security reasons and normal sale tactics, you do not want it to appear this way.  Sometimes it is actually harder to sell a…

Do you know if these units are FHA approved or spot approvable?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1078426613-3637-N-Spaulding-Ave-Chicago-IL-60618

what is the asking price of this house? Does the house have a Home warranty? Can we see it?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/California/Santa_Rosa/sold/8052959-2002-Bristlecone-Ct-Santa-Rosa-CA-95403

Is this property still on the market or is it sold? (315 Powder Spring Rd)
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1066792380-315-Powder-Spring-Rd-Groton-VT-05046

is this property still available? if so please notify me, if not who can I speak to about lease purchase
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1068873717-2892-O-Shields-Ct-4-Marietta-GA-30060

when can i take electrician classes?
-- This question is about Mercer County Tech Education Center: http://www.trulia.com/schools/WV-Princeton/Mercer_County_Tech_Education_Center/

what is the asking price of this home??
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/California/Long_Beach/sold/4621066-6828-E-Keynote-St-Long-Beach-CA-90808

I would like to know the process of living here
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Massachusetts/Wakefield/sold/1855009-974-MAIN-ST-20-WAKEFIELD-MA-01880

I will be arriving in Fort Myers on March 5 specifically to purchase a foreclosure in Cape Coral. I have
had problems getting real estate professionals to return my calls and emails. I get the impression that agents there do not want to bother with clients seeking to buy foreclosures. Any help would be appreciated.

How high does your FICO score have to be to purchase a home with a FHA loan. And what about a VA loan?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/foreclosure/2003596582--W-Windsor-Ct-Hanford-CA-93230

I will purchase a home in Delray, how are the property taxes determined, the first year? the second year?
First time buyer in Florida

the sf in this lisiting is wrong the right sf is 714 and the year built is 2004
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/New_York/Queens/sold/22190325-8371-116th-St-7D-Queens-NY-11418

who is the agent for 8119 Fighting Irish Dr. in Bakersfield? I would like to make an offer...
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/California/Bakersfield/sold/1331847-8119-Fighting-Irish-Dr-Bakersfield-CA-93313

5 Things Any Homeowner Should Know About A Certificate Of Occupancy
A Certificate Of Occupancy or better know as a C of O, represents that a municipality is aware that a home is legally occupied and conforms to zoning and minimum repair and maintenance standards as of…

test from the ask a question link Marnee
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Wisconsin/Wrightstown/sold/265894-42-Golden-Wheat-Ln-Wrightstown-WI-54180

What school district is this?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1070129675-10235-Radmoor-St-NW-Canal-Fulton-OH-44614

i want to konw oil f/uel or gas fuel
i want to see this property. -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/41914236-3850-Hudson-Manor-Ter-Bronx-NY-10463

when can i see the apartment on 95 harbour close? 203.824.8607
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1069446068-95-Harbour-Close-New-Haven-CT-06519

Is this a pet friendly location.?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1076641957-1619-Massachusetts-Ave-2B-Cambridge-MA-02138

how does one go about looking at and getting information on REO's/auctions in the Greenwich CT area?

Hi, is this house still on the market? I toured it last month, but it no longer shows up.
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/California/Upland/sold/6444198-1532-Shamrock-St-Upland-CA-91786

One Thing That Every Homeowner Should Have
There’s a right way and a wrong way to transfer a home posthumously.  The right way requires having a documented plan.  The wrong way could stick your loved ones with a tax bill so large they may…

how far from town? water,sewer,heat?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1073791963--Rt-5528-Petersburg-WV-26847

is this home still avaliable?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1077058214-9367-Kaiser-Ave-Fontana-CA-92335

I am trying to refinance - I currently pay my taxes myself. I was told by my morgtage broker that I must now
I was told by my broker that now I must escrow my taxes in PA....That there is a new law - I had never heard this.. is this true?

Does the master have a walk in closet?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/photos/1076880166-6950-Pizzoli-Place-Rancho-Cucamonga-CA-91701

my home is being sold at foreclosure auction on july 16 - how long after that do they give me to vacate
premises I am having a hard time finding somewhere to move and I'm in a panic! Do the courts give you a little time to move?

I understand there are areas in Sun City that you don't have an hoa fee could you tell me where they are
We are 2 sr. thinking of settleling in Florida and are on retirement income

REAL ESTATE FINANCING FOR REALTORS
1.     Do you have any flexibility on the price of this home?   If you're a real estate agent you NEED to read this! Learn how to get financing for the most profitable real estate client you can ever…

Questions on property, please see questions below, now enough room in this area.
To agent Chad Griffin-- RE: Property 100SW 195th Ave #200 What is the lot rent on this property and is there rent control? Are there other monthly fees? How close is this property to the RR? How often…