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West Chester Rocks
I am learning Twitter, I have been blogging, I know the Real Estate Business, contracts, financing, negotiations, market conditions. I also am studying rap music because my son raps (he will probably get…

Indiana Attorney General Zoeller Fights Repo Homes Fraud
Distressed homeowners in Indiana can thank their state attorney for working to eliminate repo homes scammers from their state and thereby reduce the number of vulnerable borrowers losing badly-needed money…

How do I contact an agent about this sale without signing up on realty trac?
I'm asking in reference of the house for $2004 on SW Lagrange street. It is a 3 bed/2 bath built in 2004. -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/foreclosure/2004419807--SW-Lag…

Falling behind on your Mortgage? What to do...
I’m behind on payments, what do I do? 1. Call a qualified Real Estate Professional with a REPUTABLE company! “Investors” and other “Quick Fix” companies prey on people in financial trouble. Don’t…

would like to contact the agent?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/foreclosure/2004184689--Ashton-Ct-Miami-FL-33145

When was this home built and what style of the home.?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/South_Carolina/Greenville/sold/30106-9-Blackstone-Dr-Greenville-SC-29617-SSC

How do we find a real estate agent to show us this listing?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/foreclosure/2003898585--Hickory-Hill-Dr-Eagan-MN-55122

would like to contact the agent?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/photos/1073619404-2190-Southwest-16th-Terrace-Miami-FL-33145

Naperville Market Statistics For March 2009
MAINSTREET ORGANIZATION OF REALTORSMarch 2009 Sales for Detached Single Family Naperville ILNumber of Homes SoldSold month to date 2009 = 65Sold month to date 2008 = 65Month to date % change = 0.0%Average…

Selling a Short Sale
I have learned the ins and outs in working with the seller and negotiating the short sale with the bank.   It is often a tedious job but saves the sellers credit and seems to make everyone happy in the…

Military Family moving to Albany GA
We are a military family looking at buying a Home in Albany or Leesburg area, we need best schools and safest place for our two school age sons. Can somebody give us some information about life in Leesburg/Albany…

I am currently a full time student interested in becoming a realtor, can being a realtor be a part time thing?

.....The Realtor Just Disappeared!....
I am interested in buying a particular house. I spoke to the realtor whose selling the house over the phone, we set up a time Easter weekend to tour the house. The realtor never showed up. I waited…

How do I find out which specific public school a house is assigned to?
Our school district is generally well regarded, however, there are 3 elementary schools within the district, and one of them is much weaker than the other two. How can I make sure the house I may be interested…

My husband and I got pre-approved for a 650K home in san jose. We went through Bank of America and here is
what they got for us: with 15% down, the rate will be 6% with no PMI. We make 140K, no debts (just student loans), excellent credit score, is this a good deal? BTW, we are a first-time home buyer.

Can anyone recommend a good structural engineer in New Jersey who is familiar with bayfront construction?

Keep Telling Yourself: "Patience is a Virtue"
If you play in the foreclosure space, you often have to have the patience of Job.  During the negotiation process, it can take a long time to get the bank (or whatever the foreclosing entity is) to respond. …

working with agent, not sure if she is a buyer's agent....
I have been corresponding with an agent for sometime. I put out a request for info several months ago, and this agent has been the most helpful, answering all my questions and forwarding me listings regularly.…

How can I find out how much this house is selling for and who to contact to get more informtion on it?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Florida/Orlando/sold/1511594-14204-Amelia-Island-Way-Orlando-FL-32828

Shopping for a house? Timing is looking good
Jerry W. Jackson |Sentinel Staff Writer April 16, 2009After more than a year of free-falling sales and prices, Central Florida's battered housing market is getting support from both first-time home buyers…

Time to Spruce Up??
Whether you are thinking of selling this season or simply thinking about some renovations for your own enjoyment, I have 3 resources for you.  1- 10% of Lowe's coupon- As a REALTOR I have access to a…

Who is the listing agent of this house?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1073063220-12732-Coachlight-Square-Dr-Florissant-MO-63033

Is there a detatched garage or other outside storage structures?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1026297194-7368-Owen-St-Gloucester-VA-23061

Are there any short sales in Alpharetta,GA?

More Repo Homes in Maryland Due to Toxic Loans
About 800 lawyers who volunteered to help lessen Maryland foreclosures are only now discovering large numbers of subprime borrowers who were enticed with initially cheap but extremely risky mortgage schemes.…

Is it a good time to buy or rent in Evanston, IL?
Rent is pretty high in Evanston because of the large student population. But at the same time, prices have not declined as much in the greater Chicago area as many other major metros. What is the cost/benefit…

My wife and I are going to buy a house in Citrus County; where are the best athletic facilities located?
not interested in golf

We are interested in Canyon View, but heard the homes are built on unstable clay that can ruin the foundation?

Do most of the newly built houses have ceramic tiles beneath the carpets?

What are some options if your seller client is upside down in their mortgage?
I have a client who has an investment property in Atlanta. She has tenants living in the property and their lease expires in June. She wants to sell the property but the values in her neighborhood are…

I own a lake front cottage on Lake Osoyoos, Oroville WA...looking for the best ways to attract Canadian buyers
looking for web marketing input on how best to attract Canadian buyers- www.verandabeach.com

What is trulia?

I am looking to buy in america I am living and working in US under TN visa do i pay more in property taxes.
Thanks

WHO MUCH IS THE HOA? I HAVE DOGS UNDER 10 POUNDS.
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/nearby/z-15/t-G_MAP_TYPE/25.984503,-80.11925/1076853075-2030-S-Ocean-Dr-603-Hallandale-FL-33009

Ok. My house is on the market for 300k. My contract is expiring on April 5th. I would like my house sold fast
as it was already on the market for 180 days. Should I increase the commission? Should I have had a brokers open house? in 6 months I have will have had 3 open houses. I have a carriage house that doesn't…

What is the monthly payment on this house? For first time buyers..age 19
to how much the monthly payment is? -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/photos/1077350248-114-23rd-Court-Phenix-City-AL-36869

are listing agents typically present on their home/REO showings if the buyer's agent is present?

What are the statiistics in Portage, WI for crime rate and class sizes?
My boyfriend is looking into Portage Schools vs. Madison schools for his (will be) kindergardener. His ex wants to enroll their daughter in Aldo Leopold school and he would love to have her come to Rusch…

What are the average prices per square foot of condos in the Buckhead area?
I see that many of the new buildings (Gallery, Terminus, Sovereign, etc) are listed at prices of $350, $400, even $500 per square foot. What are some of the prices that units in the Buckhead area are…

I would love to see last year comparisons on your towns real estate sites for better comparisons. Is this?
possible? (New London, Wilmont, Andover)

Please email me or call 3052978203
I was searc ng on Trulia and found your listing. I am interested in t s unit. Please send me all information on Prairie Ave, Miami Beach FL via email you listed. Also, I will like to schedule to see the…

is this house in the city or county?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1074436073-2964-Midridge-Dr-Morristown-TN-37814

Are there any lenders that offer mortgages with only a 5% down payment in Cincinnati? We are looking for a
We are looking for a loan amount around $400,000, so the FHA won't work. We were told that you must put 10% down in this area because it's considered risky. We have excellent credit and stable employment…

How much annual property tax?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/photos/1076064785-73-Hardy-Place-Yonkers-NY-10703

Is this in the Edmond or Deer Creek school district?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1070391618-1400-NW-187th-St-Edmond-OK-73012

Can you please tell me what the condo fees are and what they cover?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1077702006-Apt-Condo-Twnhm-Ocean-City-NJ-08226

I have been on the Richland County property search site and notice lots that are vacant. How do I find out if?
the owner(s) would sell it or them?

how are the schools in Belmont Ma ?

Freshening Your Home
  Freshening Your Home Will Do Wonders for Your Spirit       Trees are budding, flowers are blooming and birds are chirping.  It is time for your home to have a spring check up!  Here are just…

I would like to take a look at this property, my name is Charles Mathis #439-8930(925)
Hopefully it is still available -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1066583393-245-Bay-Crest-Dr-Pittsburg-CA-94565

Free Utah Foreclosure eBook...This Can Help You
Southern Utah Foreclosure Process and What to Expect By SaintGeorgeHomes.net I was asked the other day by a seller if I had any information as to what they might anticipate the foreclosures process…

Is this home in a gated community? How close to the water is the home? How do we see this home?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1073736763-3741-SW-Whispering-Sound-Dr-Palm-City-FL-34990

Russell, Schuler top agents (Murphy NC)
April 15, 2009Cherokee Scout in Murphy NC showed:RUSSELL, SCHULER TOP AGENTSMurphy - Helen Russell and "Big" Frank Schuler have been reconized as top agents for March 2009 at the Exit Realty Mountain View…

good morning... we are looking to purchase a home in the park circle area... our son and 2 friends will
be attending school in charleston this fall... we are specifically looking for 3 bedrooms... safe street... reasonable price around 125k... preferably owner financed...we can come up with a good downpayment…

Buyer with FHA loan
I'm a buyer who wants to finance with an FHA loan, why are sellers being relluctant?

Is the Southern Pines complex located in a safe area?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1073399590-417-Southern-Pecan-Cir-Winter-Garden-FL-34787

How long has this house been on sale?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1063437146-3552-S-Ashland-Ave-Chicago-IL-60609

we want to buy a home we live in a paid for mobile home and have 5,000.00 plus in cashand any tax credet
we would like to get pre aproved so we can look at forclosed homes what is the 1st step to do that

who can i get a loan from that will let me use only $1,000?
All of the places that I have called want me to take out a big loan when I dont need to.

Is upgrading kitchen counter to hard surface a good upgrade for resale in Oxford, AL.?

Hi George, some months back gave up looking for unit to store hang gliders in near point of the mountain.
Looking at condo near Las Vegas 30s and 40s

What is the price per acre for land in Randolph county?

Is this property section 8 approved?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1066944964-140-Madison-Drive-Newark-DE-19711

is this true or a misprint? 32 ave E sold for 1.7 million. I would like to know what 41 north drive is worth
41 north dr 3/3 cbs, 120 ft dock, stillwright point, 2 kitchens, up dated, income from rental, write to melissag786@aol.com -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Florid…

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I've just recently signed up for a Trulia account and posted 3 listings. I see the words for one of the
listings: The listing has been successfully added and claimed What does it mean that it is claimed?? On another of my listings, the Listing REALTOR is someone other than myself, the listing broker something…

who were the residence that recently just lived in this house were there any deaths?
i live here now and some very wierd things are happening thank you bye -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Ohio/Tallmadge/sold/1361608-512-Broadview-Rd-Tallmadge-OH

Unbelievable True Spanish Style Villa at Castle Rock, Colorado
This wonderful property at 333 Faraway Place, Castle Rock, Colorado, built in 1983 with turn of the century craftsmanship to immulate a true Spanish style villa. This fine home was commissioned by and…

I have a question. My fiance and I have offered the asking price on a REO (beautiful home) in ohio. The only
thing that we are requesting is for the bank to cover the closing costs close to 4-5K. The houes has been listed only for 2 days. Does this mean they will accept the offer, we are the first once who have…

What exactly is TRADITIONAL ARCHITECTURE?
I've been trying to figure out what STYLE my home is and homes I see that look similar have listed them as TRADITIONAL. I just want to know what exactly that is!

What do people think about this house?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/photos/Ohio/Columbus/sold/231844-498-Stanley-Avenue-Columbus-OH-43206

seller changed counter offer last minute...is it legal????? help!
agent called a day later and they had countered, we accepted the offer over the phone. we were waiting for the next step for a week when our agent called back and said the guy who had to approve things…

Can mortgage lenders do checks on Canadian moving to US with social insurance numbers instead of social?
security numbers?

Manhattan.UES. Interest in 301 E.63ST.Is it because of 59St. Bridge traffic that prices are so low?
What issues seem to make apts. in this building comparatively reasonable. Does bridge traffic really pose a problem in the apartments? Any other issues I should be aware of?Thanks.

Hello, my question is, I feel as if my Realtor is not doing the best job at fighting for offer on codos. I
put an offer in and I never hear anything. I even put an offer in $3,000 less than the asking price. I thought I would get a counter offer but my Realtor says her hasn't heard anything. Is this standard…

should i list with a realtor or ty it on my own?

Are you stressed out- Remedy from the Realtor, M.D.
Stress Management Stress Management from a friend and I love to share with you:A lecturer, when explaining stress management to an audience, raised a glass of water and asked, "How heavy is this glass…

First-Time Home Buyer. I am planning on purchasing a home in the NYC-area.
I am in my late 20's and from NYC. I am interested in living as close to Manhattan as possible. I am trying to buy before the end of the year. As of now, I have no-credit card debt, credit score is upper-600s,…

What is conforming loan and other loan types?
Conforming Loan What Does Conforming Loan Mean?A mortgage that is equal to or less than the dollar amount established by the conforming loan limit set by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac's Federal regulator,…

Is this house being rented or is it for sale?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Florida/Lehigh_Acres/sold/22581308-3616-4th-St-Sw-Lehigh-Acres-FL-33976

What would a typical referral fee be for a short sale?

First Time Home Buyer $8,000 Tax Credit
I Got this Info from My Title Rep at First American and thought it would be helpful to Share.  Please call if you have any questions or if I can be of any assistance.Kelly GeblerReal Estate Broker&Loan…

is this house avaible and what is the price ?
would love to see the house and find out more information about the house i love it ..... -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/California/Tracy/sold/282992-1833-W-Kava…

Tell me why you need a agent instead fsbo what are the benefits of a fsbo
better deal sometimes with a fsbo

Is there a fix rate on this loan?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1076088015-8701-Mesa-Rd-Santee-CA-92071

Are there any Mello-Roos bonds or other special assessments in the Browns Valley area of Vacaville, 95688?

Are there any Mello-Roos bonds or other special assessments in the Browns Valley area of Vacaville, 95688?

I am interested to see this home.
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1077821398-Single-Family-Home-Pittsburg-CA-94565

I am interested to see this home, please contact me at 925 3231807, my name is ARIEL email add arielsison@aol.
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1077819402-Single-Family-Home-Pittsburg-CA-94565

Can you please give me more inof on this property? Keremo@sbcglobal.neet
Can you please give me more info on this property? I would like to know if this is in a good area and room size, and more pictures if you have them. Thanks, Keremo@sbcglobal.net -- This question is…

How is the Tuscany Hills/ Communication Hill area?
I'm a first time home buyer and looking into various areas in San jose around 575K range. Any ideas about how the Tuscany Hills/ Communication Hill area is? I see the homes are newer and comparitively…

IS THIS A BANK OWNED PROPERTY AND WHAT IS THE CURRENT LIST PRICE?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/California/Anaheim/sold/5207688-1802-W-Broadway-Anaheim-CA-92804-SCA

IS THIS A BANK OWNED PROPERTY? WHAT IS THE CURRENT LIST PRICE?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/California/Anaheim/sold/177157-3108-W-Ball-Rd-CA-Anaheim-92804

IS THIS A BANK OWNED PROPERTY AND WHAT IS THE CURRENT LIST PRICE?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/California/Anaheim/sold/5205069-9782-Broadway-Anaheim-CA-92804-SCA

are this property in short sale and what is trhe price?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/nearby/sold/California/Bakersfield/z-15/t-G_MAP_TYPE/35.375843,-119.128654/1311044-11311-Palm-Ave-Bakersfield-CA-93312

My fiance purchased a home in August of 2008 in her name only. She got the 7500 tax credit. I have never
owned a home. If we refinance today in both our names, am I eligible for the 8k tax credit? We will be married in September of 2009. Thank you in advance for your help.

I'm a Native American school teacher who would like to sub in your district. What web site is a good resource?
I am going to relocate to Maui. My daughter lives there and I would like to substitute or teach in your district. What do I need to do? What are the chances that is a possibilty. I have a special education…

Weichert's property - MLS #/Web ID 5467494 shows No Address Provided on their website. Yet I know the address
is 37 Laurel Rd, Princeton, 08540. . Why wouldn't they post the address?

Why would you recommend a physical survey of a property I am purchasing?

Is this house still under contract...has it sold..I would like to make an appointment to view.
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1076769215-2083-Acacia-Club-Rd-Hollister-MO-65672