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Cruth
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Percentage down payment to get easier qualifying loan, Texas market? asked by Cruth

If you have cash, probably the best thing to do is buy for cash and take home equity loan out. This is one of the ways to effectively get 100%... read more answered by Bruce Lynn

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Is anyone doing 70% ARV Hard Money loans in Austin?? It is a rehab 3/2 SFR in Travis Heights. I need $525K

Answered Tue Jun 3 2008, 07:14 by DeeinAustin - Riverside - Financing
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BPO? Are there any brokers that will do a Broker;s Price Opinion (BPO) as a service on a property in Travis?

Answered Thu Feb 21 2008, 20:19 by Lawyer/Broke… - Riverside - Home Buying
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Cruth
Home Buyer

Percentage down payment to get easier qualifying loan, Texas market? asked by Cruth

If you have cash, probably the best thing to do is buy for cash and take home equity loan out. This is one of the ways to effectively get 100%... read more answered by Bruce Lynn

Alec
Home Buyer

Williamson or Travis County? asked by Alec

I live in Wiliamson County in Leander. I think the tax rates in Wiliamson are lower than the Travis County rates. There are other variables depending on which school district you want to c... read more answered by John Jones

Richard
Home Buyer

Hello. Looking to buy a 100K - 120K home with 5K down and parents co-sign. asked by Richard

Sounds like you are a perfect candidate for FHA financing! Your parents can co-sign for you and you will have a small 3% down payment. FHA fin... read more answered by Lesley Guerr…

Stanley
Home Buyer

What's the outlook for mortgage rates in Austin over the next couple of wees (starting 17 June 2008)? asked by Stanley

You may considering locking the rate with a one-time reduction available (if needed)... read more answered by JMangan

Crx
Home Buyer

Since TCAD adjusts their Tax appraisal annually and always uses recent sales records around the neighbourhood, asked by Crx

Texas is a non-disclosure state, which means that actual sales prices are not report... read more answered by Karen Dwyer

Blake Taylor
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Can anyone recommend a reputable international moving company that can move our clients from Austin, TX to? asked by Blake Taylor

Call Van Line Express 800-926-7356. They have a neat service where they'll check a... read more answered by Bruce Lynn

Jenn
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My (now ex) fiancee and I purchased a home. I no longer live there, but I am on the mortgage. asked by Jenn

It's time to sell the property. If he can't refi, then he needs to get mom or dad to... read more answered by Perry

T.
Buyer & Seller

Austin, TX area. 300 -450,000 houses close to 183 & MLK? asked by T.

Dear T., I wanted to give you my cell number in case you have other questions. You may reach me at 512-771-6318. Thanks! Betina read more answered by Betina Forem…

Joe
Home Buyer

What do the different 'status' codes mean? A, A/RES, AC etc. asked by Joe

Dear Jeff, Thanks for provideding the best answer. You were the only one who truly answered the question. Thanks for doing a great job! Betina... read more answered by Betina Forem…

Elena
Home Buyer

Can i find an Austin home with a basement? asked by Elena

Dear Elena, There are a few other neighborhoods that may have basements. Some homes in the more hilly sections of Austin may have basements. Lo... read more answered by Betina Forem…

Tim Moncrief
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Is the Austin Market getting worse?? asked by Tim Moncrief

I wish I were psychic and could tell you what the future holds. The thing I can tell you is according to the Austin Chamber of Commerce there ar... read more answered by Betina Forem…

Patrick
Home Buyer

I am relocating from San Antonio to Austin. I am limited to $150K for a home purchase.We wanted to live in asked by Patrick

Patrick - another way to approach this is to use your pre-approval/comfort zone home... read more answered by JMangan

Hdean
Home Buyer

I'm interested in learning more about the Mueller Development. When I search listings online, all I find are? asked by Hdean

There was an article in the Austin American-Statesman the other day about this devel... read more answered by Carol Pease,…

Dena
Home Seller

Texas Oaks II - No One's Looking! asked by Dena

Dear Dena, Its been a couple of weeks since you posted your question. I just wanted to check in and see how you are doing? Have you had more sh... read more answered by Betina Forem…

LJ
Buyer & Seller

I have purchased a condo at the 360 building asked by LJ

I agree with Perry! You need to look at all the other recent sales in the building. That should give you some idea as to what yours is worth. read more answered by Carol Pease,…

Mike
Just Looking

How can I learn more about the City of Austin Downpayment Assistance program? asked by Mike

Mike, You might give Michelle Breat with Supreme Lending a call. Her number is (... read more answered by Eric Hunke

Chris
Home Buyer

what if appraisal comes in lower than purchase price? asked by Chris

Chris, Many good thoughts on this subject. Please be aware that in this current economy and issues with the mortgage industry, they have bee... read more answered by Lisa Tyrrell

Jane
Home Buyer

I was thinking about relocating to Texas asked by Jane

Dear Jane, The tax rates vary depending upon which neighborhood you live in. For example the taxes in Tarrytown are higher than those in Barton... read more answered by Betina Forem…

Jeremy Rosen
Home Buyer

Single guy considering relocating to Austin from DC. Visiting Austin this weekend-need an agent. Any takers? asked by Jeremy Rosen

Jeremy, I know you may already be in Austin, but I would recommend Eric Meissner ... read more answered by Eric Hunke

Paul Martinez
Home Buyer

Is now a bad time to buy in Austin? asked by Paul Martinez

For relative safety of neighborhoods, there are some crime stats on the APD website: http://malford.ci.austin.tx.us/police/zipcode… You ... read more answered by Ben Pasmore