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Financing a Foreclosure, A possibility?
I am looking to rent my home witch i own, no mortgage and finance a foreclose bank own property with possible need of repair. Do bank lend movie for fixer uppers? I ask because i notice mostly cash…
SOUTH AVE HOMES FOR SALE IN FAIRPORT NY
South Ave homes for sale in Fairport NY are popular because of their outstanding location! The homes for sale on South Ave are close to the Fairport Village center on the Erie Canal. There it has…
Can I get a hard money loan with a credit score below 500? I am paying hundreds more to rent & owning would allow me to pay down debt faster.
And if so, what would a mortgage look like for a loan of 80k? What would be the interest rate? how would points raise my mortgage?
SOUTH AVE HOMES FOR SALE IN FAIRPORT NY
South Ave homes for sale in Fairport NY are popular because of their outstanding location! The homes for sale on South Ave are close to the Fairport Village center on the Erie Canal. There it has…
Mint Hill NC Homes for Sale--13927 Jonathans Ridge Road
Mint Hill NC Homes for Sale--13927 Jonathans Ridge RoadDon't miss this wonderful home in Jonathans Landing, a small quiet neighborhood in Mint Hill NC.  The full brick home is set among beautiful hardwood…
SOUTH AVE HOMES FOR SALE IN FAIRPORT NY
South Ave homes for sale in Fairport NY are popular because of their outstanding location! The homes for sale on South Ave are close to the Fairport Village center on the Erie Canal. There it has…
COTTONWOOD LN HOME SALES IN PITTSFORD NY
Are you interested in Cottonwood Ln home sales in Pittsford NY? These home sales are increasingly on the rise. Pittsford NY has become at the top of the Rochester NY real estate. Pittsford NY has been…
Market Update for 01-31-2012
Treasuries and MBS markets started flat this morning with stock indexes pointing to a better open at 930am.  At 830am Q4 Employment Cost Indexwas right on, up +0.4%, however no reaction to itr.  At 900am…
The Grande San Diego Condos #1106 for $875,000
There is a new Downtown San Diego Condo at The Grande, #1106 for $875,000 that has just come back on the market.  This extremely large 2 bedrooms plus den, 2 bath condo is approximately 1944 square feet…
Indianapolis-Highly Desirable Super Bowl Host City
Why Indianapolis is a Highly Desirable Super Bowl Host City-Courtesy of Forbes MagazineToo small? Greater chance for snow? Not enough to do? These are just some of the misnomers uttered by naysayers in…
Top Bathroom Remodels of 2012
Courtesy of HouseLogic (www.houselogic.com)Trend #1: Conservation rules Your new toilet will have a lower flush-per-gallon rating than the one that’s in there now. Consider a dual-flush version, or any…
Indianapolis-Highly Desirable Super Bowl Host City
Why Indianapolis is a Highly Desirable Super Bowl Host City-Courtesy of Forbes Magazine Too small? Greater chance for snow? Not enough to do? These are just some of the misnomers uttered by naysayers in…
Why Las Vegas New Homes Sales Will Rebound in 2012
My prediction is that this year there will be 15% more new home sales this year than last. According to the Southern Nevada Home Builders Association, 3,894 new homes were sold in 2011 which was the…
Legacy Park Homes
Legacy Park homes for sale, housing data and links for neighborhoods real estate listings in Fort Mill, SC. The following report numbers are market averages for “sold” properties (as noted in the MLS),…
Can you please tell me the address of this foreclosing property and who can I contact to get a viewing of the property?
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Another Beautiful Pool Home in Redhawk... View of Pechanga
Another Beautiful Pool Home in Temecula... View of PechangaYesterday I previewed another pool home with a client... Really Loved this one. It was priced under $300,000 and low property taxes. The home…
Winchester, Virginia Sellers Will Likely Need to Adjust If They Want To Sell In This Market
Selling your Winchester, Virginia home will likely require some adjustments to sell in this market. During the hot days of the Wincheser, VA real estate market, our area had 1400+ agents competing…
760 Washington Street - Casa Marina Estate Property - Key West
760 Washington Street - Key WestThe new listing at 760 Washington Street in Key West will surely appeal to the buyer who wants an estate type property. This home was newly constructed in 1987. A few…
I am looking to refi a rental condo in L.A. County with 0% owner oc. and one owner owns 2 of 3 units. Anyone know a lender?!?! not a bridge loan.
3 unit complex. no owner occupancy. 2 owners, I have one, the other has 2. Current rate is 7.25%
Glut of Foreclosed Homes in Las Vegas? Let's see...
A common perception is that Las Vegas has a “ton” of inventory. For those that have been actively looking to purchase a property in Las Vegas, especially entry-level houses, have experienced the…
Looking for a mortgage to purchase a condo in UES Manhattan as an investment property
We plan to purchase an investment property condo of $650K in UES Manhattan with 1/2 to 2/3 down payment. Even though we have excellent credit scores, we hear that the major banks do not finance such a…
Beyond the basics, what should I look for in a new community?
Each transferee family has "givens" in their housing needs, such as a home in a certain price range, with a certain number of rooms and in a certain style. Beyond such givens, the lifestyles and special…
Why was house withdrawn from market?
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LANSDOWNE ON THE POTOMAC: Daily News for the Week of January 30,2012
LANSDOWNE ON THE POTOMAC: Daily News for the Week of January 30,2012 Lansdowne on the Potomac Daily News is featured here for the benefit of families considering this community as a future home for…
Real Estate Sales Increase
The real estate market picked up steam in January.  Now that the holidays are behind us, more people are beginning to buy and sell their homes.  This trend will continue through the Spring and Summer. …
As a seller how do YOU protect yourself?
I mean how do you know if your broker is doing everything they can do to get your property sold. How do you ensure that a potential buyer does not slip thru the cracks? Does your broker gather all the…
Supply Of New Homes At 6.1 Months Nationwide
Posted on January 31, 2012New Home Sales slowed into the New Year but the market for newly-built homes remains strong. For home buyers in New York and nationwide, December’s New Home Sales report is…
Banks that will refinance a non-owner occupied co-op in NYC
For NYC agents: Does anyone have a lender who they have experience with to refinance an East side co-op that I own and rent out? I have owned it since 1985 and have rented it since 1993.
Are those weirdos next door hurting your home’s value???
Ahhhh… the bad neighbor. How much can they affect a home’s value? Good question.The Seattle Times ran an article today that addresses that issue, citing some pretty outlandish behavior. It’s a fun…
You Heard It First!
Now's the time to buy. If you have money to invest or if may be a first time home-buyer, you will be very disappointed in the future if you did buy this year.  With the prices as low as they are and the…
You Heard It First!
Now's the time to buy. If you have money to invest or if may be a first time home-buyer, you will be very disappointed in the future if you did buy this year.  With the prices as low as they are and the…
Homes for Sale in Connecticut - Deal of the Week - Great Condo Investment Property
Deal of the Week Click the link above for Exclusive Video    Check out this Bank Owned home for sale in West Haven, CT. This Condo is listed for only $50,000. It has 2 bedrooms and 1 bath. This could…
Feds Tighten Housing Loan Standards...
Feds Tighten Housing Loan Standards...(MoneyWatch) The Federal Housing Administration moved on Friday to toughen its standards for approving lenders that insure mortgages on the agency's behalf. That could…
Getting Cash in Exchange for a Short Sale!
 Jacob Kepler/Bloomberg NewsTo avoid further clogging the already sluggish home foreclosure pipeline, some lenders have been offering cash incentives to strapped homeowners at risk of foreclosure to complete…
Flashy kitchens seldom make economic sense
Kitchen design has always been rife with faddish gimmicks.Remember the indoor barbecue? The disappearing mixer? The built-in blender? The retractable range top?If you're not old enough to recall those,…
East Palmdale CA Real Estate Market Conditions, Tuesday, January 31, 2012
East Palmdale, California Real EstateWe here at the Gockel Group, continuously monitor local real estate statistics to keep our clients informed and ahead of the real estate trends. Below you will find…
Where can I verify rental history on a past resident on this address?
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Vapor barrier tips for walls, floors
To keep moisture from getting where it doesn't belong, builders use what are known as vapor barriers. The more you understand about what vapor barriers are and how they work in conjunction with the insulation…
who would I contact to find temporary housing in cedar park- (1 or 2 months)?
My daughter and her family live in Cedar Park- I would be coming from Michigan and need furnished housing for July/ August- I have a white highland terrier I am a retired teacher and may be looking to…
Upper Marlboro MD Realtor: The Evolving Times of Credit
During my six years as a real estate agent, I have seen the role credit plays in determining the buyer's worthiness to get a home loan.  However, what interests me is how the requirements for credit…
We Must Educate The Public About Banker’s Stupid Decisions On Florida Distressed Home Sales
FLorida Connects– Does it make you angry when a bank kicks a family out of their home and loses money as a result? This happens all the time. Let me explain how.A family buys a home for $250,000. The…
Real Estate is
Is it Entertainment or Real Estate? Consumers should have confidence they aren’t being misled.How does a company do business as “entertainment” website but claims it’s a “real estate” information…
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who is the owner of property 1610 3rd ave beaverfalls pa 15010?
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4 Steps to Take When Preparing to Buy a Home
By Money Crashers | U.S.News & World Report LP – Tue, Nov 29, 2011 6:20 PM ESTInterest rates are at record lows, and many homeowners have priced their homes to sell. Many buyers who waited for…
New Attraction: The Nationals Children's Museum (2013)
Washington DC hosts a number of tourist attractions for the visitors from all over the world. On the other side, new buildings are being constructed to facilitate the citizens and the tourists. The National…
could I see more pictures? Of the Deck, Patio, Bedrooms.Roof, Driveway....Thank you very much.
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Las Vegas Real Estate Investors Guide to Buying a Foreclosure
. As a real estate investor, you need to be aware of the three ways to determine the value of your real estate investments to guide you with your purchase, justify your selling price, or simply learn…
Is a buyer able to purchase a home that is in preforeclosure phase?
This home is listed but has no details or contact info
Have you been rejected for a home loan?
Check out 9 Tips if you have been rejected for a home loan and looking to buy a home.
Las Vegas Real Estate Investor Guide to Buying a Foreclosure
. As a real estate investor, you need to be aware of the three ways to determine the value of your real estate investments to guide you with your purchase, justify your selling price, or simply learn…
Do they allow pets?
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Why is this property off market?
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Why You Should Get Pre-Approved Before You Start Your Home Search
Too many times people fall in a love with a house and then find out they cannot afford it. Don’t let that happen to you! Get pre-approved before you begin your house hunt, so you don’t kick yourself.…
Does anyone know where I can get info on rental units available at Mira Vista? Are they through a mgmt company or private owners?
We currently live near this property and are very much interested in renting a 1bedroom unit when our current lease expires. We would love to be able to talk to someone and possibly get to see a 1 bedroom…
Ground Hog Day For This Brooklyn Realtor!
What is the meaning of Ground Hog day? Well the answer is well known as,  Groundhog Day, celebrated across the  Canada and the United States on February 2, is purely a North American tradition. It…
What are the property taxes? Can you give driving directions from Hwy. 31 to this home? Thank you, very interested. Dana Clement
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Myra asked me a question-The realtor picked up the hoa docs on 12/15 acting as the buyers representative the time period I thought started then. She
had been having problems with them and they scheduled an inspection 3 days later on the 18th so she decided to just give it to them then. They had 5 days according to our contract, our dispute is when…
How Do I Stop The Foreclosure Process During A Florida Short Sale?
FLorida Connects – Our Foreclosure Institutes in Fort Lauderdale and Tallahassee receiving  questions like this from Trudi. Here was Trudi’s Question. “I am in the middle of the 3rd offer on a…
Foreclosure Crisis Erases Hard-Won Wealth, Dreams Even In Center Of Black Affluence
Janell Ross Business Reporter BOWIE, Md. -- In the spring of 2007, a few months after Osita Otigba and his wife, Peace, moved to Balk Hill, a new subdivision then being busily developed in this picturesque…
January 2012 Sanibel & Captiva Sales Activity Tops Past 7 Years!
The Sanibel & Captiva Island market has not been this busy for the past 7 years and it's due to aggressive pricing by sellers.  Below are the sales statistics for the past ten years including total…
Don't take a haircut on your home.
Make the right choice; put a good Realtor to work for you. People who slam Realtors don’t know the statistics, get the facts, using a Realtor means your home should sell for 18% more than if you tried…
Visa Freestyle International at Deer Valley Starts Tomorrow
Deer Valley Resort will host the 12th annual FIS Freestyle Ski World Cup starting Wednesday Feb. 1, through Saturday, Feb. 4.   The best freestyle skiers from around the world will go head to head…
Want to buy a home
Looked at my husband credit report, sent out disputes letters to bureaus' (Have all documentation for errors on negative reporting) . We are currently renting for $1400.00 monthly rent and it is going…
I was wondering if I could look at this house today around 5 sometime.
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Foreclosure From Old Mortgages 'Most Egregious Manifestation' Of Broken Housing Market
Posted: 01/26/2012 6:59 amBy Michelle ConlinJan 25 (Reuters) - In July 2009, Roy and Sheila Bowers refinanced the mortgage on their suburban ranch home in Topeka, Kansas. The couple wanted to take advantage…
I am following homes in the Port Charlotte area. I would like to also follow homes in the Kissimmee area. How do I do both on this same web site?
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Home prices drop, and consumers turn gloomy
Home prices fell more steeply than expected in November, and consumer confidence soured in January, highlighting the hurdles still facing the economic recovery.The S&P/Case-Shiller composite index…
What does it mean to be poor? "Working Poor"
Working Poor: Almost Half Of U.S. Households Live One Crisis From The Bread Line If it means living at or below the poverty line, then 15 percent of Americans -- some 46 million people -- qualify. But…
Nashville Condo and Home Prices Expected to Rise by Summer
Average home prices in the Nashville metro area dropped 1.9 percent in the past year, according to the latest quarterly data from Fiserv Case-Shiller.That trend, however, is expected to reverse. By the…
US Treasury Forcing Principal Forgiveness
US Treasury Forcing Principal Forgiveness "Late Friday the US Treasury Department announced a major expansion of its Home Affordable Modification Program (HAMP). The three-year-old program has been largely…
US Treasury Forcing Principal Forgiveness
US Treasury Forcing Principal Forgiveness "Late Friday the US Treasury Department announced a major expansion of its Home Affordable Modification Program (HAMP). The three-year-old program has been largely…
Lafayette CA REO Homes For Sale 1/31/2012
Lafayette remains one of the most desirable communities to live, work and play.  Known for custom homes, a vibrant downtown, and great schools, Lafayette is located a quick BART ride from Oakland and…
We are selling our home. We are considering owner-financing. We still owe $40,000 on the home. Is this legal?
Given the slow market we thought we may be able to find a buyer that would not ordinarily be qualified but would certainly be able to make a down payment and monthly payments. What advice can you give?
The Great Arbitrage in Real Estate
There are times in the real estate market where a great arbitrage can occur.  The most frequent I have seen in the residential sector is when a home owner sells their home for a strong price relative…
US Treasury Forcing Principal Forgiveness
US Treasury Forcing Principal Forgiveness "Late Friday the US Treasury Department announced a major expansion of its Home Affordable Modification Program (HAMP). The three-year-old program has been largely…
US Treasury Forcing Principal Forgiveness
US Treasury Forcing Principal Forgiveness "Late Friday the US Treasury Department announced a major expansion of its Home Affordable Modification Program (HAMP). The three-year-old program has been largely…
Featured Listing - Open House this Sunday
We found a buyer pretty quick for this property.  The inside of the home sells it with ease!  However, that buyer hasn't been succesful in selling their own home, so...  we are back to the drawing…
Is this house in a commercial or neighborhood business zone???
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Daily Mortgage Commentary - January 31, 2012
By Larry Baer, Market Alertp> p>Mortgage interest rates are struggling to maintain their momentum toward new historical lows.  Signs of continuing progress in talks to avert a Greek debt default…
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