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<rss version="2.0" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/"><channel><title>Trulia Voices: Question removed</title><link>http://www.trulia.com/voices/Home_Selling/removed-105263</link><description>This question was removed by its author.</description><language>en-us</language><item><title>Answer by Julie Knotts</title><link>http://www.trulia.com/voices/profile/Real_Estate_Pro-New_Albany_IN-493165/</link><guid>http://www.trulia.com/voices/profile/Real_Estate_Pro-New_Albany_IN-493165/</guid><description>Britney,&#13;
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I would contact some waterproofing specialists and get at least 2 estimates for solving the water problem.  Then, when someone looks at the home, you can tell them what it would cost to solve the problem.  Then, of course, the house will have to be priced with this large expense in mind.  But then a buyer or investor might still see it is as a good deal, knowing they have a property in a great location once the repairs are made.  I live and sell in Floyds Knobs and know affordable homes are not that easy to come by.  Let me know if you need more help.&#13;
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Juile Knotts&#13;
Coldwell Banker McMahan&#13;
Floyds Knobs, IN</description><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 06:27:48 -0700</pubDate></item><item><title>Answer by Jacqueline Clarke</title><link>http://www.trulia.com/voices/profile/Real_Estate_Pro-Orlando_FL-346620/</link><guid>http://www.trulia.com/voices/profile/Real_Estate_Pro-Orlando_FL-346620/</guid><description>Telling your potential buyers about the 203K option widens the pool of buyers.  Once you label a house a "Handyman Special" or "Investors Only",  you limit the pool to buyers who immediately want to beat-up the Seller on the price.  &#13;
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At least with the 203K you have another option. &#13;
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This program was created for fixer uppers like yours.  Call a few banks in your area to find out whether they offer the program and give that info to prospects when they come to look at the house. &#13;
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Sincerely,&#13;
Jacqueline Clarke&#13;
Enterprise Mortgage Group&#13;
Winter Park, FL</description><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 05:36:45 -0700</pubDate></item><item><title>Answer by Michael Hammond</title><link>http://www.trulia.com/voices/profile/Real_Estate_Pro-30078-256327/</link><guid>http://www.trulia.com/voices/profile/Real_Estate_Pro-30078-256327/</guid><description>A handyman who can do the work himself or an investor may be your best bet. The problem is in trying to market your house to a limited buyer profile in this climate. Good Luck!</description><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2009 04:52:22 -0700</pubDate></item><item><title>Answer by Jacqueline Clarke</title><link>http://www.trulia.com/voices/profile/Real_Estate_Pro-Orlando_FL-346620/</link><guid>http://www.trulia.com/voices/profile/Real_Estate_Pro-Orlando_FL-346620/</guid><description>Dear Britney, &#13;
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A buyer may be able to purchase your home with an FHA 203K rehabilitation loan.  This loan rolls the cost of mortgage and the rehab costs into one payment.  Depending on the type of work, they will have up to six months to complete the repairs.  A general contractor is required to perform the repairs and the buyer will need to obtain a home inspection, permits, structural plans and other certifications prior to completing the purchase. &#13;
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The repairs will be reviewed by the lender and will  have to be approved in advance(during the loan) process &#13;
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Hope this helps you with marketing your property.&#13;
Sincerely, &#13;
Jacqueline Clarke&#13;
Down Payment Assistance Specialist/Loan Officer&#13;
Enterprise Mortgage Group&#13;
Winter Park, FL &#13;
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