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what are the credit critera for someone who is 24 years old and not that good of credit?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/mortgage/calculator/payment/property/1073500309-4579-Crump-Rd-Memphis-TN-38141

Can you help find Lease to Own homes under $1000 pmts? Know someone who buys forclosures to resell like this?
Would - owner consider a Lease to Own option w/ larger deposit coming later? Need pmts under $1000 -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1059051305-7237-Pepper-Rid…

I want to sell rental property in Texas but tenant wont allow people to view property. What can we do legally?
Agents have taken people to the property but the tenant refused to allow them to view the prperty. What can we do.

Is Fort myers a very family oriented community? We have 2 teenagers 13 & 16

Broward County Homeloans 97% Financing with 540 Fico, Broward County Mortgage Lender
 Broward County FHA Loan 97% Financing, FHA Mortgage Lender in Broward County Florida Minimal Down Payment and Closing Costs. ·   Down payment less than 3% of Sales Price ·   100% Financing options…

Is it possible to find a nice home for a family of six?
We have a maximum price we want to pay ($230K). Are there any grants for FTHB?

Broward County Home Loans 97% Financing with a 540 Fico
 Broward County Home Loans 97% Financing with 540 FicoMinimal Down Payment and Closing Costs. ·   Down payment less than 3% of Sales Price ·   100% Financing options available ·   No reserves…

About the small houses of the city
Simples, um processo de compras para o seguro automóvel está disponível quando você digitar o seu código postal e iniciar sua citação. Com CarInsurance.com, é fácil comparar os nossos parceiros…

Things to Do in Santa Barbara, California - The Waterfront
Whether you are a local, in town visiting family and/or friends, or here on vacation in Santa Barbara, California, there is never a lack of activities and things to do in our wonderful seaside resort…

What is the Status of the Current Tax Credit Provisions for Home Buyers being Debated Between The House and Senate?
Here is good visual of the latest version of the tax credit proposal being debated on Capital Hill for home buyers. source: Wall Street Journal Any thoughts on what you think would be the best scenario? For…

is it a good time to buy in desert hot springs?
what about crime, ?

looking for equity loan with poor credit
my home is paid for --my credit score is 620 --the bank say I need 700 for a loan --I NEED HELP-THANK-U

Solano County’s Weekly Housing Inventory Report For Feb. 9th
Inventory Up Throughout Most Of The County For The First Time In Four Weeks Aside from Fairfield/Green Valley, this was the first time in four weeks that the other cities in our Solano County market area…

A Taste Of First Returns To Benicia Feb. 26
A Great Way To Sample Benicia’s Many Flavors Who says you never get a second chance? If you missed A Taste Of First last fall, you’re in luck, because the popular culinary event is back for a third…

If Senate Has Its Way Tax Credit Won’t Just Be For First-Time Buyers
Though Congress or the President may have made more alterations to the Economic Stimulus Bill by the time you read this, if the final bill follows the Senate’s lead, the housing market could get just…

Bigger Risk These Days For Real Estate Loan Guarantors in California
Here's What Happened ....    The Hustwits were guarantors (in California) of a real estate loan made by Talbott, and the loan was made to Pacific West Investment Trust.  (The Hustwits had set up…

Hi,I know this home was foreclosed/repossessed a couple months ago and was wondering about the sale price now.
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Michigan/Muskegon/sold/593339-7352-Evanston-Ave-Muskegon-MI

Our home is for sale and getting no attention. What should we do?
We live in Henderson (89015 ) We have lowered the price $200,000. and we are getting no action. It is now priced at $699,000.00. Should we just take it off the market

i just got an alert that this property is for sale, is it still for sale?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1062291792-1162-S-Clarkson-St-Denver-CO-80210

Housing Stimulus Package - An Open Letter to the Politicians
To Congress Woman Jackie Spier, Senator Diane Feinstein, and Senator Boxer   I am a local realtor specializing in San Mateo and San Francisco Counties Real Estate.   I do not think the $15,000 Home…

My husbands in the military and we are relocating New Jersey in mid-March.
We found the house he grew up in for sale and would like to get it but aren't sure how long it will be on the market. Is is too soon to start everything? When would be a good time to start? We are first…

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Woodinville Villas Now For Lease
Aaaah,  another project taken down by the market.  The Villa's are now for lease after an attempt to find buyers.  Another great wine country alternative to the Villas is the Hawthorne neighborhood.…

What is the general feeling about pre-sale home inspections? Why are Realtors reluctant to offer this service?
It seems that a pre-sale/listing home inspection would take some of the angst out of most transactions? What am I missing?

What county?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1068221514-14818-79th-Ave-W-Taylor-Ridge-IL-61284

What's With this Crazy Westchester Real Estate Market?
Westchester has been resistant to price decreases since 2005: Until recently, the Westchester real estate market has been very resistant to the housing recession that has been headline news in many parts…

I am wondering what kind of continuing education classes agents enjoy taking?
Do you prefer on-line courses to classrooms? What subjects interest you the most? Are you considering designations and if so, which ones? What kinds of qualities or expectations do you look forward…

Monmouth County Housing Prices - Wall Street Impact?
I am looking for houses in Monmouth County NJ. This is a commuter town for NYC. I expect the recent events on Wall Street will impact housing prices. What are the thoughts? Will prices continue to…

is it too late for down payment assistance?
I was preaproved for a fha loan, put an offer on a house with closing costs paid by the seller, they acepted. my question is, I don't want to use all my savings towards the down payment, but since i already…

How I Could Have Owned a $10 mil House
So I'm on brokers open houses this past Friday and it's time to have a looksee at a $10 mil house in the ritzy Hill Section of Manhattan Beach...my favorite fantasy dream house...and this house was great!; large,…

What's REALLY going on in the Manalapan New Jersey Real Estate Market!
I've got Big News!  REALLY News! of single family homes in Manalapan New Jersey in 2008! I know... you probably don't believe me.  Don't feel bad.  I don't blame you.  It's been tough for me, trying…

how much all taxes per year?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/9087610-1712-Cortez-Ave-Lehigh-Acres-FL-33972

In pre foreclosure
If my house is in per foeclosure and I end up losing the house can I get into a lease purchase?

Do you have additional pictures of this property?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1066073814-24-Gulf-Blvd-3E-Indian-Rocks-Beach-FL-33785

what type of area is the 6500 blk of e 21st st n.? i have not lived in wichita since 1979.
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/photos/38163602-6500-East-21st-Street-N-29-Wichita-KS-67206

Hello, I am interested in this house. Please write me availebility and more details. k_r_shah@hotmail.com
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1074751157-1310-NE-2nd-Pl-Cape-Coral-FL-33909

The first photo does not match with the rest of set. From a single story to two story house, w/c one is rite?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1057477666-2080-Mewuk-Dr-South-Lake-Tahoe-CA-96150

Flood damage
i went to view this house and walked into a flooded home. 2 pipes where broken in the kitchen and there was about 2inchs of water on the floor,the basement had another 2 inchs. this was about 2 weeks ago,…

Is this property still for sale?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Oklahoma/Oklahoma_City/sold/33604-4920-N-DETROIT-ST-OKLAHOMA-CITY-OK-73112

Is this property for sale at $898??? or you are only interested in each at $298?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1074327819-423-49th-St-Oakland-CA-94609

what do you think of the house with MLS # 514493?
is this a fair price today or too high? What's a reasonable price now?

wondering what type of land occupied at Enclave village before it was built on?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Arizona/Phoenix/sold/21608906-1225-N-36th-St-1082-Phoenix-AZ

what is the current taxes?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/photos/1072599712-6596-Northwest-97th-Drive-Parkland-FL-33076

2008 Home Sale Statistics For Richardson, Texas
Richardson, Texasis a close-in northern suburb of Dallas. It is located just north of I-635 on both sides of Central Expressway. Most homes in Richardson were built between 1955 and 1985. It is known in…

Does anyone forsee a turn-around in the Ferndale housing market before next summer?
My current apartment lease is expiring this summer, and I am debating whether I should looking into buying a house now or a year from now. I know it is a good time to buy, and I am concerned whether houses…

I am interested in seeing this property tomorrow if possible. Is someone available tomorrow around 3:30pm?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1060991387-6-E-Monroe-St-1103-Chicago-IL-60603

What are you estimating the property taxes will be for this house?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/632934-27035-Meadowbrook-Way-Lathrup-Village-MI-48076

anyone that specializes in FHA loans, first time buyers?

I am desperately in need of housing help for my disabled sister.
Right now she is homeless, just staying with our elderly Mother until she can find somewhere to live. She receives about $600/month from SSI (her disability is from a car accident and it involves her heart…

How can I cancel the Homestead Exemption on my home in PA to get the exemption in Florida?
I am selling my home in PA. I applied for the Homestead Exemption for the house I bought in Florida which is my new primary residence. I was advised that I need to provide proof that the house in PA does…

Suggestions for reading to educate myself?
I am interested in hearing suggestions for reading to build up my knowledge base in the real estate arena. Specifically re: first time home buying and eventual investmentproperty purchases... I don't…

Is there a listig for this home? Please forward if so. Thanks so much! Laura Berounsky
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1068568613-Property-Beech-Mountain-NC-28604

is it advisable to do a loan modification for homes that value have gone down? and how do we go about doing
this? or what other options are out there for a homebuyer whose property is below its value price ?

List in comp range or allow for wiggle room?
The comp range for our home is about $168-172,000. To ensure we have enough of a down payment for our next home, we CAN NOT take less than $170,000 - and can't pay the seller's closing fees. Is it better…

when is the right time to bring an agent?
I am a first time buyer, and found an apt ( co op) that i would really like to buy. After having the broker showing me the apt a few times( 3-4 times )and seating down with him a few times as well, i…

future value of gulf gate woods
This is a bank approved short sale in which they are willing to take 15K less than the original bank approved short sale amount, to avoid the short sale process. Will this be like a normal sale? Comps…

I know it says multi-family home, but is the entire house for sale at the list price of 179,900?
To clarify I mean are both units for sale for that price? -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/photos/1069053010-83-Sherman-Avenue-Jersey-City-NJ-07307

what do the bedrooms look like? How is the layout?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/photos/1066931556-220-Traverse-Boulevard-Tonawanda-NY-14223

Heating a 1800's Farm House That is 3000 sq. ft.
I just purchased a farm house from the 1800’s it’s 3000 sq. feet. The only heat source is electric baseboard which is downstairs only. There is two small vents upstairs to allow heat to come from the…

Question below
Hey there... My buddy and I are looking for a piece of property, ON A GOLF COURSE, to purchase.. looking to spend no more than 150K.. House must be on a golf course, and have golf course privileges...…

hola mr.hernadez
-- This question is about Rowlett Elementary School: http://www.trulia.com/schools/TX-Rowlett/Rowlett_Elementary_School/

This property is supposedly for sale by owner, is it?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Indiana/Plainfield/sold/20569598-5724-Cross-Bridge-Ct-Plainfield-IN-46168-SIN

Does it have a Private Neighbor Hood or is it Nozy????????????
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/photos/1069246528-4617-Sun-West-Drive-Salida-CA-95368

WHERE IS THIS LOCATED?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/photos/1074414586-Address-Not-Disclosed-Weymouth-MA-02189

How to ensure that seller own's the property right to sell ?
I'm in the process of buying a property from a financial service company that claims foreclosure and I'm under contract. I checked the public records on PB county site and it still shows the original owner's…

Any code violations? If yes, what are they?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1072636481-3100-SW-20th-St-Miami-FL-33145

Short Sales Are Increasing In Georgia
I haven't posted on Trulia in a while and they've done a lot of great things. Since my last post I must say two things:Trulia visitors in Atlanta have increased! I'm seeing many more targeted inquiries. …

Can I sue my Seller if he gets cold feet before closing?
How much can I expect as damages & costs compensation? I have a ratified contract to buy a $1,300,000 house, and it seems the Seller, who was in the process of moving overseas, may be staying in the US…

Charleston SC Realtor, Kitty Power, Obtains The Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) Designation
Charleston SC Realtor, Kitty Power, Obtains The Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) Designation   Kitty Power of EXIT Realty Charleston Group obtained another designation. She earned her Certified…

We are trying to figure out what to offer on a short sale in our area. It is listed for $279,900, but it's

estimated value of house
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1038210868-353-Walnut-St-Brookline-MA-02445

is 2422 rubicam willow grove on the market?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/homes/Pennsylvania/Willow_Grove/sold/1775012-2422-Rubicam-Ave-Willow-Grove-PA-19090

I TRIED TO LIST A PROPERTY AND I DON'T KNOW IF IT IS ON OR NOT BARBJSULLY@COMCAST.COM KELLER WILLIAMS J.SHORE
I AM NOT SURE IF I LISTED THE PROPERTY. PLEASE LET ME KNOW IF THERE ARE OTHER STEPS TO FOLLOW. THIS IS MY FIRST TIME ON CRAIGS LIST. THANK YOU

Ann Arbor Community Events and Entertainment for February
It is hard to believe that January is already behind us and although there will be six more weeks of winter, we can all feel change in the air. Ann Arbor is an amazing place to be, there is so much diversity…

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WERE INTRESTED BUT DO WE HAVE TO HAVE GOOD CREDIT ND ARE THE PAYMENTS LOW
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1064925995-54565-25th-St-E-Lancaster-CA-93535

What is a good way to go about finding out what repairs are needed? Agents have been very hesitant to share.
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1057138604-11992-E-Applehill-Rd-Prairie-Grove-AR-72753

We are looking at a foreclosure in Silver Spring, MD. It has been on the market for 80 days and it has been
reduced 4 times. We are very interested but it needs much updating and repairs. The price seems still too high. Our agent called the listing agent and she said it will go up for auction soon. Is it better…

why isn't is clarified that this 600K home is in the middle of a rental complex & blocked from island access?
i happened to wave myself onto the grounds in order to take a better look at this home that i was certainly interested in purchasing, that is until i found that there was a barrier on the right side of…

What are you estimating the property taxes on this house?
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1050136710-18130-Cambridge-Blvd-Lathrup-Village-MI-48076

Can you qualify me for A VA loan? Credit score of 760. Retired 20 years USAF. Want to finance 15 year note.
-- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1073814547-16418-County-Road-2220-Lubbock-TX-79423

Is it unreasonable to pay base price on new construction and ask for $30K in upgrades and closing costs?
We are strongly considering building a Ryan Home in Medina, OH. There are many topics covered on this forum and others on negotiating and many people seem to get many different results. Based on what…

i do not have agent, i want to see this house, please intruduce me a woman agent to show me this house.
i have cash offer. please answer ASAP -- This question is about this property: http://www.trulia.com/property/1074769162-1181-Foxchase-Dr-San-Jose-CA-95123

I sent over an application for a rental that was listed for rent on the mris for about 4 months. After 2
days the listing agent said the owner changed his mind and no longer wants to rent. Is this allowed?

Tax credit for home buyers
Last week, the Senate verbally approved the Fix Housing First Act, an important amendment to their version of the Economic Stimulus Bill. The piece of legislation and the Stimulus Bill are still awaiting…

Johns Island's Angel Oak Safe for now
Johns Island’s Angel Oak Safe for now Charleston's Commercial Corridor Design Review Board voted unanimously to reject a development proposal that threatens the Angel Oak tree and even the future of…

Mount Pleasant SC Real Estate On the Rebound as Indicated by Commercial Development
Mount Pleasant SC Real Estate On the Rebound as Indicated by Commercial Development Mount Pleasant Real Estate has all indicators to it that it will be the first market in the Charleston SC Metro Area…

How should the current assessed value of a property affect the dollar figure in an offer to purchase?

Should we get out now or wait for clear title??
The lawyers for the foreclosure company (GMAC) put the deed in the wrong trust. We would like to purchase this home and have already given a $10,000 deposit. It has been two months of lawyers trying to…

we own a house in leander school district.Can we rent a room in RRISDand send our kids to that school?

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What is the crime stats in Timber Forest Section 4?

Forms needed for pre-approval
I'm in process of getting pre-approved. My broker asked me to submit tax return for last 2 years. Also, she asked me to sign and turn in Uniform Residential Application, Good Faith Estimate,Truth in Lending…