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Is there Taxes owed on this property? If so how much? Is the house occupied? Has there been a recent inspection done of this home?
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Winston Rowe & Associates is a nationwide innovative real estate finance firm. They bring expert market knowledge and competitive residential construction mortgage loans for owner occupied and second…
what are the monthly fees (hoa, maintanance, etc..)
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I have tried to locate this on various maps and I can't figure out exactly where it is located. Could you give me more information about the location?
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California Short Sales Reach Highest Level in 3 Years
Pending homes sales in California were higher for January compared to the previous month and year, and short sales rose to the highest level in three years, according to the California Association of…
FHA Raises Insurance Premiums
The Federal Housing Administration (FHA) has seen its capital reserves quickly dissipate over the past few years amid a growing number of mortgage defaults and payouts on insurance claims. In an effort…
Fannie Mae's First Bulk Offering of REO-to-Rental Pilot Is Open for Bids
Fannie Mae has put a block of 2,490 REOs up for sale. It’s the first pilot transaction of the federal government’s Real-Estate Owned (REO) Initiative announced in August 2011, which aims to sell homes…
Buffett: 'I'd Buy Up a Couple Hundred Thousand' Homes
Warren Buffett, the billionaire investor and Berkshire Hathaway CEO, said on CNBC's "Squawk Box" recently that he'd "buy up a couple hundred thousand" single-family homes if it was practical.  Buffett…
Cash Buyers Are 'Mopping Up Inventory'
Thirty-four percent of home sales in January were paid for with cash, according to Campbell Surveys and Inside Mortgage Finance. And housing experts say the growing number of cash buyers on the market…
Hoe old is the roof and a/c?
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FHA Insurance Premiums Increase
If your clients are considering buying or refinancing a home, you should let them know that the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) will soon increase mortgage insurance premiums on FHA home loans.…
Who is the real estate agent for this property?
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February Sales Show Promising Improvement
Perhaps motivated by warmer weather, low interest rates and an improving economy, Twin Cities home sales surged in February with a 34 percent increase over February 2011, according to the Minneapolis Association…
1031 Exchange Requirements: Understanding the Basics
Strict adherence to the legal requirements of Section 1031 of the Internal Revenue Code is required for a successful exchange. Investors should be aware of four basic requirements when entering into…
Condo Fees?
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Short Sales Rise, More Banks View it as a Better Option
Banks are more willing to agree to a sale at a lower cost than a home owner’s mortgage balance in order to avoid having the property fall into foreclosure, which can be more costly for a lender. …
Is this house for rent? Are there anymore homes in this neighborhood for rent?
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what is the price that the property in today's climate should be should as??
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Could you elaborate a little on "steam heat"? Thanks
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Beverly Hills Housing Market Report | January 2012
How is the Beverly Hills Housing market doing so far this year?  Let’s take a look.Beverly Hills single family homes under $1 millionNot surprisingly.  There are none.Beverly Hills condos under…
Foreclosure sales ramp up post robo signing
In all of 2011, just over 907,000 homes in the foreclosure process or repossessed by lenders were sold to third parties, according to a new report by RealtyTrac. "We expect to see foreclosure-related sales…
When does it make sense to put property in LLC?
QUESTION: I recently purchased a rental property in Illinois. The title is held jointly by my wife and me. We got an investment mortgage for 80% of the value of the property. I have set up an LLC and would…
Is a Lead Paint Test needed when you buy a home?
It should be if the home is 1978 or older. It use to be acceptable for owners to just fill out the realestate form claiming they do not know. Well times have changed and if this is the case for your purchase…
The Fed Meets Today : Protecting Your Housing Payment
The Federal Open Market Committee meets today, its second of 8 scheduled meetings this year. As a home buyer or would-be refinancing household in Parkland FL , get ready for changing mortgage rates. The…
why do you say 1525 for rent but says 800 on craigslist? if it is 800 i am interested if you are pet friendly. thank you rjokie1955@centurylink.net
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Daily Market Report 3/13/12
http://MikesDailyMarketReport.com: Provides the mortgage interest rate trends and navigates through the current interest rates for home loans.  Mike Bjork provides this daily service by…
Castle Pines Homes - Foreclosure Data this Week
Castle Pines Homes News - Foreclosure Data for last WeekThere were 3 Castle Pines Homes that made the foreclosure list last week with no Castle Pines Homes sold at auction.For more information on Castle…
VA Loan Second-Tier Entitlement
I currently live in my main home purchased using a VA Loan. I have used $55,600 of my entitlement on this home. I am relocating out of state due toa job transfer. Unfortunately, market conditions are…
100% First Time Home Buyer Program - USDA
Many first time home buyers in Florida face one big problem when trying to purchase their first home, down payment! Many first time buyers do not have the down payment required today for a conventional…
how much the real estate tax in that house? , and if there is a possibility to see it during weekend . thanks
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Dear San Francisco Homeowners, NOW is the time to sell.
If you own a single family home in San Francisco, for a long time you have been subject to the machinations and peccadilloes of buyers as they were firmly in the driver's seat. Not any longer. If you have…
searching for lease to own
I am searching ;lease to own. Have substantial down payment.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE NATIONAL MORTGAGE SETTLEMENT
On Monday, March 12th, the proposed Settlement documents were filed in Federal Court revealing what each of the Lenders is required to do. You can read the details at http://nationalmortgagesettlement.com/. How…
Government Slices Foreclosure Inventory
United States Government Reduces Foreclosure Supply By Nearly 50%The United States government was able to decrease its over-saturated foreclosure stockpile. Uncle Sam reduced its inventory by close to…
Need house to rent near Ft Bragg, NC. Want ~3bd, 2 bath, open floor plan, large yard for dog, space from neighbors near park or forest. May 4th?
Moving from Champaign, IL in May and plan on house hunting starting May 4th. Want something close to base but away from people. Tired of living in suburbs near University, want country and would prefer…
Castle Rock Homes News - Foreclosure Data for Last Week
Castle Rock Homes News - Foreclosure Data for Last Week:There were 10 new foreclosure filings in Castle Rock last week along with 5 Castle Rock Homes that sold at auction. For more information on Castle…
Should I Buy For My College Student in Tallahassee A Rental Property as Investment?
Tallahassee FL - If your college student is getting ready to live off campus in Tallahassee, buying a rental property in Tallahassee or condo may be an option worth considering.Of course, with high…
Emerging Market Trends for Home Buyers As the Market Heats Up
As the weather improves and the spring market heats up, we would like to keep our clients informed of the emerging trends. We would like to share what we are experiencing so that a buyer is better prepared…
Philadelphia Councilman launches Bad Neighbor Initiative
Philadelphia Councilman launches Bad Neighbor Initiative Philadelphia Councilman Bobby Henon recently launched the Bad Neighbor Initiative - a campaign targeting problem landlords and neighbors in his…
Douglas County Homes News - Foreclosure Data for Last Week
Douglas County Homes News - Here is the foreclosure data for last week. There were 29 new foreclosure filings in Douglas County last week and 12 Douglas County homes that sold at auction. For more information…
Jewel Day * Always March 13th
Jewel Day is your chance to give or receive jewelry. Will you receive jewelry today? Who knows? But one thing we can be certain about ....... jewelry stores love this holiday. Yesireee! Today is a jewel…
Best Places to Buy Rentals
HomeVestors-Local Market Monitor Best 100 U.S. Markets to Invest in Rental   Property Rank and Market Risk-Return Premium (+/-)   Relative    to  5.2% National   Average Change from 4th…
HARP 2 (Home Affordable Refinance Plan) - Eligibility Summary
The final guidelines for the Home Affordable Refinancing Plan were announced late last year and is scheduled to begin March 2012.  The new program that allows homeowners with mortgages held by government-owned…
I need a hard money commercial loan in Pennsylvania. 75% LTV - 580 scores - 3 apts and 3 office spaces.
Owner Occupied. 1 office is currently not rented. Owner willing to add her mother to title (she has 800 scores) if this will help get her cash out.
Is the Housing Market Actually Recovering?
The KCM Blog - Is the Housing Market Actually Recovering?Posted: 13 Mar 2012 04:00 AM PDTEveryone wants to know if the housing market is truly showing signs of a recovery. There are conflicting headlines…
I am looking for hard money or private money lenders in the Syracuse, New York market or those that may be
out of that market but would lend in the Syracuse market for investment/cash flow purchases, any suggestions? My investors are typically strong in credit score and historical background, but have purchased…
Price Reduced $30K on this Great River Home~
Price has been reduced on 51 New Street Great River. Offered: $569,900!  Open House will be hosted Sunday, March 18th, 1:00pm-3:00pm. For more information contact Irene Lockel, Netter Real Estate 631-661-5100,…
why is it I never hear from my real estate agent? I have to make most of the contact and when we had my home
on the table with a possible buyer he did not call me to tell me that she had found something else. He told me to paint and when I was getting ready to do that he told me to hold off painting and now…
Should I Buy For My Florida College Student A Rental Property as Investment?
Florida Connects - If your college student is getting ready to live off campus, buying a rental property in Florida or condo may be an option worth considering.Of course, with high rental costs and…
The Mobile World of Real Estate
In today's real estate world, technology is everything. 95% of home buyers begin their search online, so it's imperitive that realtors stay up to date and current on all the latest advances. Speed, photo-capturing…
Mortgage Rates
Feb retail sales released at 8:30 was better than expected. Estimates were an increase of 1.0%, as reported +1.1%; excluding auto sales markets were looking for an increase of 0.7%, as reported +0.9%.…
Morning Radar: Foreclosure Settlement Intervention Promised
Morning Radar: Foreclosure settlement intervention promisedThe $25 billion foreclosure settlement finally arrived Monday. With it came at least one promise from a trade group representing mortgage investors…
when is this housing market going to pick back up?
I have been trying to sell this spec house for almost 3 years now...and I am affraid I am going to loose it....
how can i see a forclosued home with out having to pay to view it i have found a few houses of intrest and would jus like to veiw more pics.& info
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Banks to Face Tough Reviews, Details of Mortgage Deal Show
Banks to Face Tough Reviews, Details of Mortgage Deal Show Published: Tuesday, 13 Mar 2012 By: Nelson D Schwarz and J.B. Silver-Greenberg Banks will face stiff penalties and intense public…
December Foreclosure Activity
 December Foreclosure Activity A recent report by Foreclosure Radar shows unexpectedly mixed foreclosure activity in its coverage area for the month of December. The California-based firm tracks foreclosures…
Who Has Time to Sell Their Home?
You do. Selling your home can be a daunting process and we understand that. Incorporating showings, questions, and negotiations into your already busy schedule can seem overwhelming. It can seem like such…
New Data Suggests Possible Rental Bubble
New Data Suggests Possible Rental Bubble Typically when rents go up, more renters turn to home buying. When home prices go up, more turn to renting, but today’s housing market is anything but typical. Rents…
my credit is bad is there any way that any of these houses can be rent to own?
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More Boomers Selling Homes, but who will Buy them?
More Boomers Selling Homes, but Who Will Buy Them? Baby Boomers putting their house up for sale could flood the market in coming years, while the younger generations may not be interested in buying,…
31 Days to Become a Trusted Local Expert
For years blogging has been billed as the ultimate approach to brand yourself as a local expert online. And while blogging is a worthwhile pursuit, many people find it too time-consuming or downright overwhelming.If…
Gilbert Home for Sale in Ray Ranch
$105,000 What an adorable home in this well maintained community of Ray Ranch. You will love pulling into your 2 car garage with unique door. Easy maintenance front yard with attractive desert landscaping.…
Settlement To Boost Short Sales
 Settlement To Boost Short SalesThe government's $25 billion settlement with the nation's five biggest mortgage servicers over so-called "robo-signing" practices could boost short sales, as loan servicers…
I am looking to demolish my inlaws house which is a 2-story victorian/colonial home in North NJ. The frame is wood and the basement is concrete.
The house is dated back to the early 1900's. The house is just beyond repair. They had it remoldeled inside 3 years ago and got taken by their contractor. The basement had sewage issues and still…
hi, I am Pakistani national living and working in Saudi Arabia looking to buy house in US on installment what conditions should be? & documents
need? Hi, I am Pakistani National living and working in Saudi Arabia I am looking to buy house in US on installments could you please let me know what conditions are? and procedure furthermore is there…
Settlement To Boost Short Sales
Settlement To Boost Short Sales The government's $25 billion settlement with the nation's five biggest mortgage servicers over so-called "robo-signing" practices could boost short sales, as loan servicers…
Settlement To Boost Short Sales
Settlement To Boost Short Sales The government's $25 billion settlement with the nation's five biggest mortgage servicers over so-called "robo-signing" practices could boost short sales, as loan servicers…
Settlement To Boost Short Sales
Settlement To Boost Short Sales The government's $25 billion settlement with the nation's five biggest mortgage servicers over so-called "robo-signing" practices could boost short sales, as loan servicers…
Volunteer Work For Kids In Westchester County NY
Volunteering is a great way for kids to learn responsibility and the importance of helping others.  Here are a few websites to help you and your child get started.1) VolunteerMatch.org - This site features…
Queen Bees Invited Leigh Bryant to Speak at Networking Event Tonight
The new and fabulous all female networking group that call themselves the Queen Bees has invited me to speak tonight on our local market.  I'll discuss the forecast for the market over the upcoming year,…
Settlement To Boost Short Sales
Settlement To Boost Short Sales The government's $25 billion settlement with the nation's five biggest mortgage servicers over so-called "robo-signing" practices could boost short sales, as loan servicers…
Settlement To Boost Short Sales
Settlement To Boost Short Sales The government's $25 billion settlement with the nation's five biggest mortgage servicers over so-called "robo-signing" practices could boost short sales, as loan servicers…
Maryland Gets $1 Billion Mortgage Settlement
By Daniel MenefeeMarylandReporter.comAttorney General Doug Gansler told lawmakers Monday that the ink was still drying on the state's $1 billion mortgage settlement with the five major banks - Wells Fargo,…
Settlement To Boost Short Sales
Settlement To Boost Short Sales The government's $25 billion settlement with the nation's five biggest mortgage servicers over so-called "robo-signing" practices could boost short sales, as loan servicers…
Settlement To Boost Short Sales
Settlement To Boost Short Sales The government's $25 billion settlement with the nation's five biggest mortgage servicers over so-called "robo-signing" practices could boost short sales, as loan servicers…
San Tan Valley Home for Sale in Pecan Creek
$110,000 Situated on a Premium Interior Lot Backing to Greenbelt Featuring 5 Bedrooms + Loft/ 3 Baths with 1 Bed/Bath Downstairs, Separate Living, Family, & Formal Dining Rooms, Vaulted Ceilings,…
The Lady in Waiting - 410 Simonton Street - Old Town Key West
I wrote about one of the most photographed houses in all of Key West last fall when it was listed by Preferred Properties Coastal Realty, Inc., that's where I work but this is not my listing. I would…
Who wants a hundred dollar bill?
Last year I was in an audience listening to a motivational speaker. He whipped out his wallet and pulled out a One Hundred Dollar bill. Holding it up, he asked, "Who wants this One Hundred Dollar bill?"…
Suntrails Home with a POOL for Sale in Mesa
$113,000 Situated on an Interior N/S Lot Featuring 4 Bedrooms with Separate Living, Family, & Formal Dining Rooms, Lots of Tile, Accent Paint, Eat-In Kitchen with Breakfast Bar, Additional Cabinets…
Are You Waiting To Buy A Home?
This weekend I held another open house.  I think open houses are a great way to keep in touch with what people are thinking.  If people would call my office and tell me what is going on it would be great,…
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