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How often does a government owned listed for sale property lower the asking price?

Warner Robins Georgia Homes with Swimming Pools
 Warner Robins Georgia Homes with Swimming PoolsWith plenty of pre-spring choices, NOW is the time to by a Warner Robins Georgia home with a pool!If an in-ground pool, above ground model, or community…

Strategy for Selling your Home
Anyone with a Real Estate license can "list" your home.  However, homeowners want someone who will actually sell their home. It is a buyers market, so in order to sell a home in this market, it must…

10 REASONS NOT TO STAGE YOUR HOME
What costs less? ... staging your house before sale or taking a price reduction later?When you make a decision to sell your house it's only logical to follow the advise of a professional who is helping…

What middle and high school would my children attend if I live at the following address 1029 blockhouse road maryville tn 37803?

I am looking for a real estate attorney. Is there anyone in or near Bergen county? Do you have a website?
I really need a friendly and helping attorney that could assist me on my process of purchasing a home. I have a few questions and need some serious help.

Is Lakeridge Falls in Boynton Beach a good 55 plus community to live in?

What are the monthly condo charges and taxes?
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183 ADA AV Mountain View, CA 94043 - Real Estate | CENTURY 21
183 ADA AV Mountain View, CA 94043 - Real Estate | CENTURY 21 183 ADA AV Mountain View, CA 94043 - Real Estate | CENTURY 21

REO / Bank Owned properties in Mountain View
REO / Bank Owned properties in Mountain View Right now there are 3 REO / Bank Owned properties in Mountain View - One on NORTH RENGSTORFF AVENUE, one on EAST MIDDLEFIELD ROAD, one on EASY STREET, and…

What To Bring to Settlement
What To Bring to Settlement The big day is quickly approaching and you are full of excitement and maybe a little anxiety. But, being prepared for settlement of the home you are selling or buying can help…

BUYING A CONDO ON THE CAROLINA GRAND STRAND? You will need the HO6 Condominium Units Owners Policy
BUYING A CONDO ON THE CAROLINA GRAND STRANDYou will need the HO6 Condominium Units Owners Policy What is An HO6 Policy? A HO-6 policy is like a regular homeowner’s policy, but for a condominium…

Corporation relating to real estate licensing
Does anyone know the answer to this question; it is a practice question for the broker to managing broker test in Illinois. Being president's day, my school is closed. The question is -- A sponsored…

is pool heated is there water access what is the maintenance fees?
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Is this house still available?
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Low cost ways to dress up your home
No-Money Home Makeover Ideas By Kendell Cronstrom & Nicole Sforza There’s no reason to buy new stuff to spiff up your home; you already have everything you need. Photo: Mark LundTurn a Quilt…

Any mortgage companies looking for loan officers?
I have a some experience from a few years ago but I am looking to get back into it. I have a full time job but wish to START off part time to build up clients! Please anyone let me know of any company…

I have a signed and accepted offer to purchase on a house I want to buy, can it still be shown after I have had a home inspection?

To Buy or To Build
We have probably looked at 75% of the houses that have come on the market in Verona in the past year, which is easy to do as agents. Although the difficult thing as agents is that we see all the good and…

Do I need to be certified to become a BPO and if yes what's a good place to be certified?
I know what it is and what you do with it. Broker Price Opinion

is this still available?
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Living Healthy with Chronic Conditions
St. Mary's Medical Center in Long Beach California offers a Chronic Disease Self Management Program.The six week program is led by certified facilitators and is for those living with chronic conditions…

Broker Price Opinion, any suggestions?

I HAVE A GINNIE MAE FHA LOAN THROUGH B OF A. THEY HAVE DENIED ME FOR 4 YEARS TO HELP ME. ARE THERE ANY NEW PROGRAMS THAT CAN HELP ME.?
MY HOME IS VERY UNDERWATER SO I CAN'T REFI. B OF A SAYS NOW THAT MY INVESTOR (GINNIE MAE) DOESN'T PARTICIPATE IN THE LOAN MOD PROGRAMS. WHEN I ASKED WHO MY INVESTORS ARE THEY TOLD ME THAT THEY…

Do you help with loan modification?

I'm considering a condo in Jersey City but the broker says there MAY be a 5 year tax abatement. Where can I find out for sure, and the details?

Have you found Open Houses beneficial in selling a home? "The home that the Open House is being done in."

What is the best town or city in or around Orange County to buy rental property?
I am interest in 2to 8 units at the lower end of the cost scale, with positive income?

castle apartments
My mom use to live in castle apartments in 1948 in torrance california. I dont know the address and I know the apartments changed names. All i know is that they were in downtown torrance california.

I am looking to buy a foreclosure home in Mountain view area. How can I get in touch with the trustee sales listings? Thanks

what school district is this house?
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I am very interested in listing bank foreclosures at fair market value - How does one get recognized by the
bank asset manager?

Should we upgrade the kitchen and baths or pay the loss?
We just bought a home in Enterprise in July 2011 and now there is very high chance that we will be moving again in July 2012 to another state. We do not want to rent our home out. We just want to sell…

What is square footage. What type of heat. How much insulation in walls/ceiling.underfloor. How big is the lot?
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Loan Modification-HAMP - Home Affordable Modification Program
Loan Modification-HAMP - Home Affordable Modification Program If you can no longer afford to make your monthly loan payments, you may qualify for a loan modification to make your monthly mortgage payment…

Can you confirm the lot size please?
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We're looking for a home with several bedrooms on the first floor. We need handicap accessible rooms.
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is this home in a park or on personal property?
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any more photos available? is a floor plan available?
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Just Released! New Aged Inventory list week of 2/17/12. All offers considered on these HUD Homes in CA
Investors! Get a deal on HUD Homes in CA. No matter what the offer is, it WILL be considered! Take advantage of one of these deals before it’s too late! Check out this list of Aged inventory for…

can i have more information about this home, such as the address and taxes?
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My husband and I are looking for a 2-3 bedroom home with 1-2 bathrooms. We want to rent to own or just rent but can't pay more than 700 a month.
We intended to pay a years worth of rent at a time, and has to be pet friendly over 40 lbs. Can you help us locate a home? We prefer bryant area.

Real Estate Market Report for 2011 – Christmas Valley 2 neighborhood in South Lake Tahoe, CA
According to the South Lake Tahoe Association of REALTOR’s Multiple Listing Services, there were 13 properties sold through the year of 2011 in the neighborhood of Christmas Valley 2. In 2010 there were…

What is the maximum security deposit for a rental in New York?

Beloved Friend as our Buyer's Agent? Good or Bad? Pros and Cons?
Would love your thoughts...thanks!!

Homes for sale at Acorn Acres in Hawthorn Woods, Illinois
Acorn Acres in Hawthorn Woods Acorn Acres is a single family neighborhood in Hawthorn Woods, Illinois. Acorn Acres is located on Midloathian north of Old Mchenry. Activity in Acorn Acres for the past…

HOME SALES IN LOUISVILLE, KY. INCREASE IN JAN 2012!
Statistics show more houses sold in Louisville this January than in January of 2009 or 2010,or 2011. Prices seem to be stabilizing. Interest rates at or below 4%, improvement in the economy and stockmarket,…

Homes for sale at Willowbrook Farm in Long Grove, Illinois
Willowbrook Farm in Long Grove Willowbrook Farm is located on Farm south off Willowbrook and Route 83/22 in Long Grove, Illinois. Activity in Willowbrook Farm for the past 6 months Homes Sold Lowest…

how much are taxes and dues please?
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are the hoa fees in rotonda west yearly or monthly fees?

Are any utilities included?
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How to Get the Most out of Attending a Public Open House
Want to get the most out of those open houses you view on Sunday afternoons?  Read on!If you are not yet affiliated with a Buyer’s Agent: ·     Look upon Open Houses as an opportunity to meet a…

Homes for sale at Stockbridge Farms in Long Grove, Illinois
Stockbridge Farms in Long Grove Stockbridge Farms is a single family neighborhood built in mid 1980's. Stockbridge Farms is located on Saddle Ridge off Diamond Lake and Route 83 in Long Grove, Illinois. Activity…

Is there a fenced yard?
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Homes for sale at Skycrest in Long Grove, Illinois
Skycrest in Long Grove Skycrest Estates is a single family neighborhood built in late 1980's. Skycrest Estates is located in Long Grove, Illinois on Hilltop off 83 south of Route 22. Activity in Skycrest…

HI, my girlfriend and I are considering moving to Florida. I am 54 she is47 and both disabled. Single family home or mobile home PET Friendly.

what are the property taxes on this house?
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Active Seasoned Citizen Living
Are you an active seasoned citizen looking for a great senior community?If yes, Leisure World in  Seal Beach is for you.Located just 1.8 short miles from the ocean, and nestled in the lovely beach community…

Where can I find foreclosures?

Homes for sale at Royal Melbourne in Long Grove, Illinois
Royal Melbourne in Long Grove Royal Melbourne is a custom prestigous gated single family home neighborhood in Long Grove, Illinois. Royal Melbourne is located on Wellington off Royal Melbourne and…

Private Money Hard Equity Loans – Direct Hard Money No Upfront Fees
Winston Rowe & Associates offers bridge loans for non-conforming commercial real estate properties nationwide with no upfront fees. They are dedicated to professionalism and quality customer service,…

Homebuilder Confidence Returns To Pre-Recession Levels In Dublin
New construction buyers in Dublin , look out. The nation’s home builders are predicting a strong 2012 for new home sales. It may mean higher home prices throughout the tri-valley as the spring buying…

Interested to find out if this house is still on market?
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Pennsylvania Jumbo Mortgage rates
Pennsylvania Jumbo Mortgage Rates have ticked down a bit as of late, giving hope that much needed liquidity is being added to the secondary market for Jumbo Mortgage Loans.  This is great news for PA…

Land Contract Homes
I am currently looking for a land contract home 2-3 bedroom either on the NE side of Grand Rapids, or in the Sparta area and having a tough time. If anyone could help I'd greatly appreciate it.

Alpine Real Estate Market Report - January 2012
Here are the real estate statistics for Alpine for the month of January 2012. I have included the active, pending and sold single family homes. If you would like more information about condos or a different…

What are good towns in Central Jersey for a Daily commute fron Philadelphia, is Piscataway an option ? We need good schooling Towns !
My Job is moving from NYC to Philadephia, we plan to relocate from north to central jersey, what are good Jersey towns within 90 mins drive from Philly ?

More on the Haseko mudhole....
I appreciate all the great answers but I'm really curious if anyone has the inside detailed scoop on the Haseko Marina, No it's a lagoon, no it's a Mudhole (no, we warned you Mr. Buyer before…

what coop building in mount kisco has the lowest common charges?

Homes for sale at Ravenna in Long Grove, Illinois
Ravenna in Long Grove Ravenna is a single family home community built in the late 2000. Ravenna is located in Long Grove, Illinois. Activity in Ravenna for the past 6 months Homes Sold Lowest Price Highest…

Homes for sale at Promontory in Long Grove, Illinois
Promontory in Long Grove Promontory is a single family home neighborhood built in late 1980's. Promontory is located on Port Clinton off 83 north of Route 22 in Long Grove, Illinois. Activity in Promontory…

South Beach Condos - South Pointe Tower
Search for all South Beach condos for sale - featuring South of Fifth condos.South of Fifth condos for sale are not only in the most favorable location for a South Beach condo, but are also some of the…

I want to build a 4 unit multifamily townhome, is there a one stop shop? Whats the easiest route?
I don't want to drag it out so I would like to know who in this area would help me through the whole process. There are not many realtors that advertise online and definitely not in the phone books…

Homes for sale , Prairie Trails , Long Grove, Illinois
Prairie Trails in Long Grove Prairie Trails is a subdivision of custom built homes built in the mid 2000's. Prairie Trails is located in Long Grove, Illinois north of Route 22 just west of Kreuger…

Homes for sale at Mardan in Long Grove, Illinois
Mardan in Long Grove Mardan is a subdivision of single family homes built in the 1980's. Mardan is located on Middlesax north of old Route 53 in Long Grove, Illinois. Activity in Mardan for the past…

I'm interested in renting a KB home in Hayward (Avila at Parkside). What's the best way to find someone who is renting?

I inherited a paid for house 2 years ago with my cousin. I want to sell and she doesn't. Can I force the sale?

will this person take 10,000 cash down with payments?
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Homes for sale at Long Meadow Farms in Long Grove, Illinois
Long Meadow Farms in Long Grove Long Meadow Farms is a custom built home neighborhood in Long Grove, Illinois. Long Meadow Farms is located north of Route 22 just off of Old McHenry Road. Activity…

nice area. I have only 30.000 . I want only a house in glades county.If you have one let me know. I am ready right know or when its ready.

Homes for sale at Indian Creek Club in Long Grove, Illinois
Indian Creek Club in Long Grove Indian Creek Club is a single family home neighborhood built in the late 1990's and early 2000's. Indian Creek Club is located in Long Grove, Illinois southeast of Midlothian…

Homes for sale at Indian Creek in Long Grove, Illinois
Indian Creek in Long Grove Indian Creek is a single family home neighborhood built in the early 2000's. Indian Creek is located in Long Grove, Illinois on Midlothian south of Route 60. Activity in…

need more pic, need to see rooms in the casita.

Homes for sale at Highland Pines in Long Grove, Illinois
Highland Pines in Long Grove Highland Pines is a single family home neighborhood built in the early 1990's. Highland Pines is located in Long Grove, Illinois on Diamond Lake north of Gilmer. Activity…

Homes for sale at Herons Landing in Long Grove, Illinois
Herons Landing in Long Grove Herons Landing is a single family home neighborhood built in the early 1990's. Herons Landing is located in Long Grove, Illinois on Port Clinton west of Route 22. Activity…

I'm looking for a home w/10 acres equidistant from NYC and Philly; why is there such a difference in pricing between similar properties in NY
and PA? For small farms and properties with acreage, there seems to be a steep difference in price and availability between the counties along the eastern border of PA (Bucks, Lehigh, Monroe, Pike) and…

Serenity Now!
How would you like to own a piece of history?  Take a look at this beautiful Soundfront homesite located in the gated community of Martin’s Point. The entire subdivision is 335 acres, 2.5 miles long…

Homes for sale at Fields of Long Grove in Long Grove, Illinois
Fields of Long Grove in Long Grove Fields of Long Grove is a single family home neighborhood built in the 1990's. Fields of Long Grove is located in Long Grove, Illinois on Gilmer Road west of Route…

Homes for sale at Estates of Oak Hills in Long Grove, Illinois
Estates of Oak Hills in Long Grove Estates of Oak Hills is a single family home neighborhood built in the mid 1980's by the Bigelow Company. Estates of Oak Hills is located in Long Grove, Illinois…

is unit 912 at The Belvedere in Baltimore still on sale or did someone buy it?

Rental Property trees loaded with english ivy which is spreading to neighbors trees..can city require control of ivy?

Homes for sale at Edgebrook Downs in Long Grove, Illinois
Edgebrook Downs in Long Grove Edgebrook Downs is a custom built single family home neighborhood in Long Grove, Illinois. Edgebrook Downs is located north of Arlington Heights Road west of Schaefer…

Homes for sale at Creekside in Long Grove, Illinois
Creekside in Long Grove Creekside is a single family neighborhood built in the late 1980's and early 1990's. Creekside is located in Long Grove, Illinois on Indian Creek west of Diamond Lake Road. Activity…

10 cities in California with Rent Control
Interesting fact:There are 10 Cities in California that have Rent Control:Berkeley Beverly HillsCampbellEast Palo AltoFreemontHaywardLos AngelesLos GatosOaklandPalm SpringsSan FranciscoSan JoseSanta MonicaThousand…

Homes for sale at Country Club Estates in Long Grove, Illinois
Country Club Estates in Long Grove Country Club Estates is a single family custom built home neighborhood located in Long Grove, Illinois. Country Club Estates is off of Checker Road north of Arlington…

Homes for sale at Cobblestone in Long Grove, Illinois
Cobblestone in Long Grove Cobblestone is a single family home neighborhood. Cobblestone is located in Long Grove on Gilmer Road west of Route 83. Activity in Cobblestone for the past 6 months Homes…

Homes for sale at Briarcrest in Long Grove, Illinois
Briarcrest in Long Grove Briarcrest is a single family home neighborhood built in the early 1990's. Briarcrest is located in Long Grove, Illinois on Route 83 south of Rotue 22. Activity in Briarcrest…

Secret $1 million gold stash discovered in French rafters
By Eric Pfeiffer | The Sideshow – Thu, Feb 16, 2012(AP/Sotheby's)A French Champagne producer is spreading the wealth with his workers after they discovered nearly $1 million in gold coins stashed…

Steamboat Springs, CO and the Mother of All Snowstorms
Just when we thought winter was letting us down in "Ski Town USA" (aka Steamboat Springs, CO), it finally started snowing....for real!  On February 8th, the snow commenced, and continued for 9 straight…

I have 6000 dollars cash will they take this as up front down payment
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