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US foreclosures on the decline, but only temporarily
RealtyTrac, a US online marketplace for foreclosure properties, released its year-end US Foreclosure Market Report last week, showing just short of 2.7 million foreclosure filings (default notices, scheduled…
Which should come first in a short sale? Putting the house on the market and and getting a buyer OR contacting the bank first about the list price?
There seems to be two schools of thought on this? Which is correct or better, which gets the bank to cooperate? It seems a good idea to get the bank in on the first step so they are OK with the price.…
Las Vegas currently has 5914 rentals on the MLS
As of 1/30/2012, the GLVAR shows 5,914 units for rent. This ncluded 3,761 single family homes and 1,910 condos. This number seems to be growing lately with the average DOM increasing. With 48,000 homes…
Is the security safer to do a home serarch on Trulia or on Facebook?
Facebook is NOT where I would go to divulge any info to a stranger.
What should I do?
I bought a house in 2006 for 320K. Now it worth max 120k. It is located on NW and I am single no kids and I feel far from everybody, because is located on suburbs. I still owned 247k, I put down 20%. I…
Access the MLS Live on your iPad or iPhone!!!
One more reason to use an iPad... you can now access the MLS live from it, using:RealMobilePros.comSincerely,Mark FleysherC. 702-291-8186www.jackconleyrealty.com
Hebron IN homes for sale - Market Statistics
508EastSiglerStreetHebronIndiana46341CuteCuteCute2.87 Acreslocated oneblockfromdowntown Hebron Indiana46341Hebron IN homes for sale - The following market statistics are for a one year period from January…
My father wants to help me purchase my new home for cash. Is there a way to do this and avoid the gift tax.?
Essentially, my father is willing to act as my lender for this home purchase. However, we're unsure of federl gift tax laws, even where to learn about them. How should I go about having him lend…
HOA has sold my house what can I do
My HOA has sold my house is there anything I can do to get it back
What do you do when your agent refuses to send your counter-offer to a seller's agent?
Verbally accepted a sellers counter-offer and had a preliminary inspection done within the almost week before the actual contract arrived. The inspection went terribly with repairs totaling over half the…
I'm buying an investment property in Vegas - what type of insurance would I need to get to protect myself from the tenant suing me? Approx cost?
Rough details 100k, SFH. Summerlin area. As a side note I'm also wondering about the cost of Title Insurance? Thanks
If I short sale my home, is it possible for an investor to sell it back to me on a Land Contract?
Purchased home for $265,000 in Gilbert AZ in 2006, now valued at $138,000. We can afford the mortgage payment, but tired of throwing good money after bad, but we love our home and would like to remain…
I live in NV. I am on the note. husband and I are on title. Husband is missing. Can I sell my house without him. Currently getting a divorce.
The decree with give me sole ownership but does my husband need to sign anything if I sell? It is a Short Sale no I am not getting any money. He has been missing for 2 yrs. My divorce is almost final and…
Do you think Las Vegas Real Estate Prices will be UP in 2012 because 2011 resale homes hit the 4th highest total on record ?
High rental demand is driving investors worldwide finding great Returns on Investment.
Should I rent an apartment from a private owner?
I've always rented from commercial, private apartment complex, and never had problems getting my deposit back. I can't imagine private owners being as responsible, by maybe I'm wrong. Are…
I am a realtor with Century 21 in Toronto, Canada. I am looking to buy few rental investments. Looking for a Local Realtor in Las Vegas.
Closing to happen from Mar-July 2012. I am also looking for a mortgage broker to arrange financing at 65-70% LTV.
is there a website that will show what this house rececently sold for?
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we are planning to move from california to new jersey. we have a 5 year old boy - which is the best town/county to move to?
1. got neighboorhood to raise a family 2. easy access to shopping and great private schools
Just How Low Can Interest Rates Fall?
Rates Keep Dropping; 7 Straight Weeks Below 4% Interest rates continue to move to new low ground and for the first time ever we start the week with the average overnight rate on a 30 year fixed mortgage…
James Smith Company and Ryan Smith
We attended the Get Motivated Seminar, the $49 Seminar for James Smith where Ryan Smith was the main speaker along with other speakers, plus the $4,000, 3 day Real Estate Workshop/Seminar. First of all,…
How much are the HOA fees?
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Is this Fee or Lease Land? What are the HOA Monthly Dues? Thanks.
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West Hollywood Real Estate – Weekly Market Update for West Hollywood 90069 & Sunset Strip Homes from Jan 23 – Jan 29 2012
Curious about West Hollywood real estate market and West Hollywood homes for sale.  Our goal is to bring you market updates and information about real estate activities in West Hollywood, Sunset…
Can a bank waive PMI if the LTV ratio is less than 78% according to the appraisal even if it is closer to 85% of the purchase price?
In the process of purchasing a short sale. We have a down payment of 15%, but the house is expected to appraise for $25-35,k more than the purchase price. We don't want to pay PMI when the loan…
whats this area like,im from harrisonburg va relocating for job,i have a voucher for fairfax county
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Looking to buy a home in the next 3-4 months. My score is 683, husband is 634. Would we be approved?
Our DTI is approx 33%. Income is about 54K. We don't have much to put down.
Buyer's Agent?
We are first time home buyer's looking for a home. I've been doing a lot of research and one thing that was given as advice was to get a buyer's agent so that you have someone looking out…
What are including in the rent like heating and what is parking arrangements. This unit on 1st floor or 2nd fl
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What are including in the rent like heating and what is parking arrangements. This unit on 1st floor or 2nd fl
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LOW Rates...LOW Prices...Now is the time to buy a home.
WOW....Rates continue to drop to all time lows. Homes in the Pierce County WA area are down nearly 30% from 2008-2009. While it is not the best news for sellers it is fantastic for buyers, especially first…
Could you tell me more about the house and the lot size? Does it have a barn?
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Santa Clara, Sunnyvale, Campbell/Moreland Homes in Good School Districts yet priced below $585k
SUNDAY, JANUARY 29, 2012Santa Clara, Sunnyvale, Campbell/Moreland Homes in Good School Districts yet priced below $585kMany buyers in the South Bay want single-family homes with a good combination of convenient…
What is the manager phone number for 1661 college view Drive, apartment Monterey park, ca?
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Freshen up Your Curb Appeal
Las Vegas real estate can be much easier to sell at a higher price when the Seller commits to freshening up the curb appeal. Here are four terrific ideas.Edge the Driveway and Sidewalk and then Light Them…
How to Buy in Las Vegas from a Long Distance
Las Vegas real estate is highly desirable right now – you should perhaps explore why … even if you don’t live here.Buying a home in another city can seem daunting, but today’s technological wonders…
RE/MAX CEO Message – Straight Talk
Las Vegas Real Estate – Click on Image Below to Watch Video of RE/MAX CEO Margaret Kelly discuss whether or not the housing market is “normalizing.”
Open Houses – Worth It? Make Them Worth It
Open Houses – Are They Worth It? Make them worth it …Las Vegas Real Estate is easier to sell when approached strateically.You want an open house that attracts lots of traffic, so timing is critical.…
Rob Flitton Closes Summerlin Home for Australian Investor
Rob Flitton, “The Closer”, REALTOR ®Successfully Closes Summerlin Investment Home for Australian Investor LAS VEGAS REAL ESTATE, NV, July 7 2011 — Rob Flitton, “The Closer”, of RE/MAX CENTRAL…
Three Bedrom Condo For Sale
$224,990One of first residential communities in downtown Chandler San Marcos Commons offers new urban living along a high-spirited avenue filled with boutiques, original art galleries and one-of-a-kind…
Rob Flitton Publishes FLITTON’S RULES – 9 Proven Strategies
Rob Flitton, “The Closer”, REALTOR ® Publishes FLITTON’S RULES ™ – 9 Proven Strategies to Guide Real Estate Investing LAS VEGAS REAL ESTATE, NV, July 25 2011 — Rob Flitton, “The Closer”,…
Rob Flitton Negotiates a Las Vegas Short Sale in Only One Week
Rob Flitton, “The Closer”, REALTOR ®Negotiates a Las Vegas Short Sale in Only One WeekLAS VEGAS REAL ESTATE, NV, August 12 2011 — Rob Flitton, “The Closer”, of RE/MAX CENTRAL in Las Vegas, a…
A little Marrowstone Island History
Marrowstone Marrowstone is situated approximately three miles southeast of Port Townsend. The island, seven miles long and a half-mile average width, was named by Captain Vancouver on May 8, 1792, who…
Las Vegas Real Estate – 2011 New Homes Sales
Las Vegas Real Estate “probably” hit rock-bottom in 2011 and this is potentially GOOD NEWS – this past year is when new home sales hit an astonishing low of 3,894 units sold. 2010, a year thought…
Las Vegas Home Sales Set Record
Las Vegas Real Estate is heating up. Click on this image link to see what is happening in Las Vegas according to the Las Vegas Review Journal:
Rob Flitton – The Closer – Saves Major Debt for a Family Through a Short Sale
Las Vegas Real Estate requires professional expertise and ability, and Rob Flitton, “The Closer”, has brought tremendous success yet again to a short sale client.A young couple with 3 children found…
Can I list a house for sale by owner?
I am not a real estate agent. I just have a house that I'm selling and would like to post it as for sale by owner.
Welcome Home to Murrieta, Ca
STANDARD SALE UNDER $300K - A RARE FIND. Enjoy the rewards of your success in this marvelous turnkey home in desirable Murrieta location. Professionally completed rehab includes full custom int paint,…
We are interested in this property. Please writre to fcizmar@wideopenwest.com or olgakolosova@mail.ru, or call 313 429 9282 or 313 268 3077
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is this property still available?
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New Three Bedroom Home For Sale
$223,105Here is your chance to own a Semi-Custom VIP home with a three car side entry garage on a 1/4 acre lot for less than $225k. This same floorplan has recently sold for $75,000 more than this. Upgrades…
New Three Bedroom Home for Sale
$214,964Wonderful Community with 10 private parks and large areas of open space. This home, The Madrid, is one of our best seller. Huge open great room floor plan. Home includes Slab granite countertops…
transfer value- what is that?
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is this property under contract?
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Possibly relocating from Monterey, CA. Pre-qual'd already locally. Do I have to go through different mortgage broker if I relocate to Fair Oaks?
I have been looking to make a purchase either in Carmel, CA or Fair Oaks, Ca (based on school preferences for my children). Am already working with an agent on the peninsula, and have gone through finance…
Hi, Can you please explain to me the term "manager" to occupy, furnish and maintain this property? It sounds like a rental to me and I want to make
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What are the condo fees for this property?
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are there lenders that wil loan with credit score of mid 5's?
we have a fha loan (4yrs) our family has grown from 5 to 8 and we are outgrowing our current home. we started a business in past year and our credit score is now in the mid 5's with annual yrly income…
is this land for an actual house?
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Home Renovation: ROI questions answered.
One of the main reasons both the Kitchen and Bathroom have such a high rate of return is that most buying decisions (including home buying) are based on emotion. When homebuyers walk into a home that has…
How much of down payment is needed for this house. we reside in New York City and got approved for 359,000 would this apply for houses in Florida?
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Shadow Inventory Looms with 5-Month Supply?
The “shadow inventory” -- properties that are in foreclosure limbo and have not yet come to light on banks’ balance sheets -- has fallen slightly over the last year. Shadow inventory as of October…
Cupertino Distressed Property Watch 2011
It's the beginning of the year so time for the round-up of last year's distressed property sales in Cupertino. So here's what happened:Single family and condo townhomes :Total sales:  453Short Sales:…
“Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities” delinquency rates rise?
Moody's Investors Service reports that delinquencies on loans underpinning U.S. commercial mortgage-backed securities conduit and fusion deals rose to 9.32 percent last month, a jump of 5 basis points.…
Building permits, housing starts rise in December?
Building permits for single-family homes rose 1.8 percent in December to a rate of 444,000 units compared with November, according to a joint release by the U.S. Census Bureau and the Dept. of Housing…
I have a question about alternate lines of credit for FHA
I was pre-qualified by wells fargo for a home loan (fha) and have found the house that I want to buy. But now I am getting nervous because my lender said I have to have at least three lines of alternate…
what middle school is this home?
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Hi my name is Crystal and i currently rent and my lease is up in May and wanted to see when this duplex would be avai and possible to hold it
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HERE IS A QUICK AND VALUABLE SUGGESTION.
Many of you faithful followers use Trulia to research homes for sale. Trulia does an excellent job getting them on their website from other systems but many times a home you see on Trulia has already been…
82 Okeechobee East Open House Success
Wow what a beautiful day for an open house.  Thanks to all the great folks that stopped by and took a tour.  For those of you unable to attend please check it out! http://youtu.be/QB6pdkhvGqs
Places for home builders to dig in?
Amid a flurry of housing news this week, including President Obama’s latest mortgage-refinance proposal, comes an interesting piece of real-estate analysis in the building sector. Metrostudy has analyzed…
Three Free Website Everyone Should Use To Help Save Money, Home Buyers
The easiest way to build savings is to know where your money goes and then make cuts as appropriate. If 30% of your income is being spent on groceries and you are a family of three (true story) you need…
I am trying to find out if this home is for sale.I would appreciate any information on this home that you can give me,
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is it still available?
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Fat Smitty's Donate's Over 10K
DISCOVERY BAY — One of the questions baffling the western world — OK, to patrons of the iconic Fat Smitty’s cafe at the junction of U.S. Highway 101 and state Highway 20 in Discover Bay — was how…
Is your Home Office Tax Deductible?
Is your Home Office Tax Deductible?
Can we sue the realtor??
We are dealing with a short sale (have been, going on 5 months now) and the other realtor is the worst, and may cost us tens of thousands of dollars, not to mention, the house itself, due to her incompetence.…
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