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Two self-employed NYers escaping the city and looking for an experienced realtor who can help us find a rental as we search for our perfect home.
Looking for a 2 bedroom rental around $800/month. We both work from home so a space accommodating to office work is a must. We're looking to make the big move in May, we just wanted to put the feelers…
Metrorail extension almost complete
Completion of the metrorail extension to the airport is soon approaching.  The project that began in 2009 is soon to be completed this year.  This is definitely a step in the right direction, necessary…
Lookin' for a 1031 Tax Deferred Exchange in 2012 ?
REDUCED $49,700 <=> Live in 1 side make $$$ from other OR perfect for Caretaker Quarters. Flexible floorplans create ENDLESS Investment Income Producing opportunities. 2/1/2 side currently rented…
I want to find a realtor who can help me do a short sale. How can I find the right realtor ?
My loan is with Bank of America and the underwrite is Freddie Mac.? How can I ensure that the realtor is competent and has handled short sales before....
Linda Ansara Joins The Bouma Group, Ann Arbor Real Estate Team!
Welcome Linda Ansara, Ann Arbor Leasing SpecialistThe Bouma Group of Keller Williams Realty welcomes Linda Ansara as the team’s new Leasing Specialist. Linda’s past experience as a buyer with the Kmart…
Housing Market 2012
So, once again we have the million dollar question: What will the local housing market do in 2012? As usual there are pressures on the market in both directions. Let's take a look at several factors.Market…
we currently need a house bc my daddy died and my mom can't live in their old house. would we qualify for an fha loan even with bad credit?
we can't find any trailers that will be cheap unless we look into older models that are in very bad shape! we don't want to lose our property, or our old trailer, we just want somewhere we can…
Social Media and the Real Estate Professional
We all know we need to be using Social Media and online platforms to connect and build our business but it can be so OVERWHELMING!!!Why not just pick 2 or 3 mediums and FOCUS on them.  Don't try to do…
Is it Art?
I snapped this photo while sitting at a traffic light at 46th and Federal. I found the arrangement of hydraulic tubing visually pleasing...Can a trash truck be art?
The importance of good photography in selling your home
I will venture to boldly say that second to price and location, good photography is the most important part of selling your home, or at least getting buyers to look at it. It’s not how much newspaper…
Duplex REDUCED now $199,517 perfect for 1031 Exchange
REDUCED $49,700 <=> Live in 1 side make $$$ from other OR perfect for Caretaker Quarters. Flexible floorplans create ENDLESS Investment Income Producing opportunities. 2/1/2 side currently rented…
The WRONG WAY to purchase a Bank Owned Home. (100% Rejection rate guaranteed)
As a Leading Listing Agent of Bank Owned Homes and Pre-Foreclosures i have seen a trend where everyone seems to be providing tips on "How to purchase a Bank Owned Property". With so many blogs telling…
Shortage of lakeshore properties for sale in Chisago Lakes area
As we make the turn into the new year and head into the “spring selling season”, I was shocked to discover that the number of lakeshore listings available for sale was the lowest that it has been in…
Resolutions and Auld Lang Syne ... from MORALES!
An optimist stays up until midnight to see the New Year in. A pessimist stays up to make sure the old year leaves. - Bill Vaughan Cheers to a New Year and another chance for us to get it right. -Oprah…
I was told that the credit score for a a FHA home was a 580?
recently i applied for a home loan through FHA, through a mobile home company , and they told me that the minium credit score was a 580? that is for the land/home package.... Is that NOT right ?
If I have my home rewired, do I need to also upgrade other systems in my home?
My house was built in 1920 and I want to totally rewire it. I have heard that I may be required to also upgrade other systems if I proceed. I there any truth to this?
Choral Art Society of the South Shore begins 53rd Season
Choral Art Society of the South Shore begins 53rd season   Wicked Local Marshfield Posted Jan 03, 2012 Marshfield — The Choral Art Society of the South Shore, now in its 53rd season,…
Weekly Mortgage Watch - Week of January 1, 2012
Happy New Year!!!Weekly Mortgage Watch Our new year starts off with mortgage rates a full percentage point below where 2011 began.  The housing market is beginning to show signs pointing toward recovery…
I want to buy single family house in San Ramon / Pleasanton for better weather and schools,up to 600k,10-15 yrs age, 1600sqft . Any guidance ? Thanks.
I am planning to live in first house for 5 yrs and then probably move to a bigger house. So, any guidance in this area will be a huge favor for me.
Mortgage Cancellation Tax Relief Act last year to act
Under federal law, a financial institution is required to file a Form 1099-C whenever it forgives or cancels a loan balance greater than $600. This may create a tax liability for the debtor because the…
Credit Consequences of Short Sale
The credit consequences of a short sale and foreclosure vary slightly. The general consensus is that a short sale will show up on your credit report as a 'settlement', 'settlement for less than owed'…
Ninety Nine Restaurants Raises Fund for Boys & Girls Club
Ninety Nine Restaurants raises funds for Boys & Girls Club   Wicked Local Marshfield Posted Jan 03, 2012 Marshfield — Ninety Nine Restaurants announced they raised $202,000 for local…
The ultra-luxury Miami market is back with a vengeance starting with The Setai, Miami Beach
Netscape founder Jim Clark’s penthouse at the Setai, Miami Beach sells December 8th for record-setting $21,500,000 ($3,700/sq/ft)Well who’d have thought that when the Setai penthouse A was listed back…
i would love to know who was the builder on this house?
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High Impact Open House
DAY 1- Place at least 6 tall, brightly colored flags in the front yard of the property and some kind of sign rider that says “OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY 1-4”. In addition to the rider, I usually print a note…
how much should we put down on a condo in 200,000 range? And what options do i have with my fiance and I have fair credit?
Can my fiance and I buy a place with fair credit and how much would we need to put down on it if the condo ranges in the 200-215,000 dollar range?
Caruso's Do's & Don'ts of Emailing
Do you remember when it was called Electronic Mail & very few used it? Well Email has become an essential part of your life & an essential part of your real estate practice and can be a great…
Is this home a possible lease purchase/owner finance property. This is the exact location I want.
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Fisher Island challenges dredging in Port of Miami
The wealthy community of Fisher Island has joined environmental groups in challenging the “Deep Dredge” planned at the Port of Miami.In filings with Florida Department of Environmental Protection,…
COA Seeks Volunteers
COA seeks volunteers   Wicked Local Marshfield Posted Jan 03, 2012   Marshfield — People are needed to volunteer at the Senior Center. Volunteers are asked to donate a few hours weekly…
Weekly Real Estate Market report
Weekly Market Activity ReportFor Week Ending December 24, 2011Publish Date: January 3, 2012  All comparisons are to 2011If you follow our weekly notes with even a sidelong glance, you know that the story…
Looking for home options???
My husband and I desperately want to buy/lease/rent-to-own a house!! My question is, if we were to apply for a loan would we be considered as a couple? I have good credit, but I'm now a stay at home…
I Am Looking For A Number To Contact The Owner Of this House For Rent.
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I need advice.
I live in Florida, I paid 220K , put another 15K into it. It is worth 47K now. 60K down, $350 per month homeowners association fee. I own a condo in NJ worth 90K and pay 650 per month, my 86 year old mother…
December 2011 and Year End Sales Update on LBI
For the month of December 2011, there were 33 single family homes sold on LBI with an average sale price of $817,829. On average, these homes sold for 93.6% of their asking price and sold in 164 days.…
Any experience with Market Leader?
I wanted to get some feedback from real estate agents about Market Leader and other lead generating companies. Good, bad, ugly?? Any success stories and/or horror stories. Thank you and I look forward…
Sign up for Bruins Hockey Weekend
Sign up for Bruins hockey weekend   Wicked Local Marshfield Posted Jan 03, 2012   Marshfield — Boston Bruins Hockey Weekend – March 31 through April 1. Round trip motor coach, two…
Making an Offer on a Short Sale? What You Need to Know
Are you looking to buy a new home? Are you thinking that now's a great time to find bargains? Before you make an offer, it pays to know a little about the seller's situation.If a home is being sold for…
Weekend Commuter Rail Service Restored
Weekend commuter rail service restored   Wicked Local Marshfield Posted Jan 03, 2012   Marshfield — The MBTA and Massachusetts Bay Commuter Railroad Company (MBCR) has restored weekend…
I heard that in FL, banks aren't lending to anyone looking to buy a mobile home (or refinance one). Is that true?
We tried to refinance my father's nice doublewide on 4 acres with a stable and garage (outrageously nice neighborhood, too: paid $250K with $50K down - yeah, 25% down!), now it's worth about…
Has this home been sold, or just taken off the market by the owner ?
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Milton MA Real Estate: 2011 Year in Review
Originally posted at Canton Events & Real EstateMilton MA Real Estate:  2011 Year in Review Milton MA Real Estate continued to hold steady throughout 2011.  Overall for 2011, there were 223 single…
Real Estate Finishing Strong and Starting Strong in San Diego
INFO THAT HITS US WHERE WE LIVE...It's good to show your best face to the world as the new year begins (see Business Tip of the Week, below) and that just got easier to do. Last week's Pending Home…
4 Predictions about 2012 Real Estate Market
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I am looking to purchase a studio in this complex, I earn $50,000 a year but my credit is bad, my mother who earns $100,000 per year and owns a home
is willing to sign the loan for me, and I have $15,000 for the down payment. I am a 38-year-old single preschool teacher. Does this complex allow parents purchaing for children? sarahwhelaninnyc@hotmail.com -- This…
I want to get more info about this house!
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New Venetian Shores Sales Comparison Stats 2010 vs 2011 - Islamorada, The Florida Kayes
January 3, 2012Here is a comparison of 2010 vs 2012 Venetian Shores Waterfront Home Sales.As you will see we had Increases in both the Quantity of sales AND in the Median Sale Price!  As one of only…
Buyers vs. sellers on home prices
MBA: Buyers feel good and say it's time to buy, but sellers' outlook hits record low as many refuse to cut asking price. Read more.
First Step in Buying a Home In Tremont is Picking Your Real Estate Agent
If only more home buyers put as much thought and time into choosing their real estate agent as they did into choosing their home in Tremont, perhaps the overall home buying experience would go a lot more…
Does Size Matter?
Work hard, buy a home, start a family and continue to upgrade your home until everyone has enough room. This has been the blueprint for lots of homeowners for the last fifty years but there is certainly…
When Will The Jacksonville Real Estate Market Recover?
Helping sellers who have previously been on the market and gave up has become a big part of selling real estate in Jacksonville and just about everywhere.  Home sellers often say, "We're going to wait…
I am a renter in a house that was foreclosed. The lending company claims they never knew there was a tenant. All my belongings are gone. Any advice?
I, as the tenant, was never informed of the procedings on the property. I stopped by the property today and all the belongings I had in the house are gone. I was informed, after hours of arguing with…
Good News: National Pending Home Sales Rise To 1.5 Year High In November
Pending sales of existing homes nationwide surged to a 1-1/2 year high in November, an industry group said on Thursday, offering more signs of a tentative recovery in the housing market.The National Association…
Can I get now info on this property?
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Pending Nashville Home and Condo Sales Reach 19 Month High
Pending home sales rose 7.3 percent in November to the highest level since April 2010, according to the National Association of Realtors.The District-based association also revised higher its pending…
Real Estate Expert Michelle Green's Guide to Buying a Home in North Royalton OH for the First Time Buyer
Buying a home for the first time can seem like an overwhelming task. You're making the biggest financial decision of your life, and there is so much to consider. It helps a lot to understand the process…
My first Chinese radio interview ~01/01/2005
Radio Station : FM 92.3Time: 12:30-1:00pmDate : 01/05/2012這是笫一次接受電台訪問,心情超緊張。用心準備可以講24分鐘長的資料卻緊張的用12分鐘快速唸完,接下來…
Several Housing Markets Head for Appreciation in 2012
www.TheCascadeTeam.comFree On-Line Home Value AnalysisReal Estate News BlogThe Cascade Team / Bank of America ProgramDaily Real Estate News | Tuesday, January 03, 2012 A boom in farm prices has caused…
i was under the impression that this was sold.
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VA Mortgage Loan Options in Florida
The VA (Veteran’s Administration) home loan mortgage is well suited for past or present military looking to purchase a Florida home for little or no money down. The VA loan program is a 100% government…
Investors Eye ‘Farmland Boom’ in Midwest
www.TheCascadeTeam.comFree On-Line Home Value AnalysisReal Estate News BlogThe Cascade Team / Bank of America ProgramDaily Real Estate News | Tuesday, January 03, 2012 Farmland values continue to soar…
Detroit is heading toward a great future!
Hello, on behalf of Nathan and myself, and the entire Detroit Cash Flow Properties team, we would like to wish you a happy New Year!  We are so excited about 2012 here in Detroit and would like to…
Lets talk about Short Sales
I was watching some news program the other day and they were doing a short piece on Short Sales. A couple days later I came upon a program with a financial planner discussing the potential of a family…
How Long Will Low Mortgage Rates Last?
www.TheCascadeTeam.comFree On-Line Home Value AnalysisReal Estate News BlogThe Cascade Team / Bank of America ProgramDaily Real Estate News | Tuesday, January 03, 2012 For nine consecutive weeks, the…
Can Someone Explain Why My File Needs To Go To FHA before Clear to Close?
My loan is almost done. Appraisal, survey, conditions ect is done. My LO says they have to send a copy of the file to FHA for PMI Does anyone know what the process is and what the qualifications…
Donated Homes Increased in 2011
www.TheCascadeTeam.comFree On-Line Home Value AnalysisReal Estate News BlogThe Cascade Team / Bank of America ProgramDaily Real Estate News | Tuesday, January 03, 2012 As the foreclosure crisis continues,…
Is there an HOA fee ? and also I can't say by the picture if there is any lot private to this location.
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Cities With the Largest Average Home Sizes
www.TheCascadeTeam.comFree On-Line Home Value AnalysisReal Estate News BlogThe Cascade Team / Bank of America ProgramDaily Real Estate News | Tuesday, January 03, 2012 Where can you snag some of the…
MARKET UPDATE 1/3/2012: From The Capital Markets Desk Of Franklin First Financial
2012 is starting off with an euphoric feeling in the equities markets as most major indexes are up almost 2.0% in early trading. As a result the bond markets are under pressure but we are still below 2.00%…
SUNFILLED ONE LEVEL END UNIT STRATFORD MODEL
Fabulous one level 2 bedroom end unit condo in perfect condition. Hardwood floors and sliders to oversized deck overlooking private woods and pond. Additional woods across from this unit also contribute…
Nicely Updated 2bed/2bath Lincoln Park condo
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Who is the windows manufacturer for this house.?
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Is the price $1600? Are there any specifics on the size, number of rooms etc?
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Golden State Warriors to Mission Bay
There are so many changes for the NBA’s Golden State Warriors. New ownership, a new coach, and now a new stadium in the heart of Mission Bay?The Warriors representatives met with San Francisco Mayor…
will they let you make monthy payments on this home my home phone is 417.741.2708 and ask for marie thank you
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What are the monthly maintenance fees on this apartment?
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New Bill To Boost Real Estate Market
The housing market has improved since 2009, but the recovery isn’t fast enough. Congress proposed the Visa Improvements to Stimulate International Tourism to the USA Act (VISIT-USA Act) to help boost…
Madrone Mission Bay: Sales Update
Madrone is taking form very nicely and starting to look like the defining trademark in Mission Bay.There are 46 units in contract and 14 units in reservation at Madrone Mission Bay.If you would like to…
FHA Mortgage Florida min 580 FICO, FHA Loan Florida min 580 FICO
Florida FHA Mortgage Lenders Home :: FHA :Providing FHA Home Loan Mortgage Solutions For Those Looking For An FHA Loan In Florida! Florida home buyers should know the many advantages of the FHA mortgage…
Brentwood Real Estate – Weekly Market Update for Brentwood Los Angeles 90049 Homes from Dec 26 to Jan 1st
Curious about Brentwood real estate market and Brentwood homes for sale.  Our goal is to bring you market updates and information about real estate activities in Brentwood real estate market.  As…
New Coconut Grove Listing
Coconut Grove's real estate inventory is limited but I'm happy to announce my newest listing on one of the best streets in my neck of the woods: Coconut Grove.This terrifc property is located at 3250 St.…
Bel Air Real Estate – Weekly Market Update for Bel Air-Holmby Hills Homes from Dec 26 to Jan 1st
Curious about Bel Air real estate market and Bel Air homes for sale.  Our goal is to bring you market updates and information about real estate activities in Bel Air real estate market.  As of…
Would it be possible to get a viewing of this listing?
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Palm Coast Florida Homes Report January 03, 2011
Palm Coast Real Estate Daily Market ReportPalm Coast Property Search | Palm Coast Foreclosures | Palm Coast Neighborhoods9 New Listings9 Price Reductions3 Back On the Market7 Pending1 Sold The Palm…
Sherman Oaks Real Estate – Weekly Market Update for Sherman Oaks Homes from Dec 26 to Jan 1st
Curious about Sherman Oaks real estate market and Sherman Oaks homes for sale.  Our goal is to bring you market updates and information about real estate activities in Sherman Oaks market.  As…
is this home for sale?
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does the furniture come wiht the home ow much is the mthly utility bill water ect....email at meltontony13@yahoo.com
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