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shaidatafres…, Real Estate Pro in Manhattan Beach, CA
shaidatafreshi answered:
How much mortgage downpayment is required to buy a second home in Calabasas, CA?
there are ways to structure your deal given the facts that you have mentioned to allow you to put the least amount down while obtaining a mortgage payment that is comfortable for you an ... more
0 votes Share Flag Yesterday at 8:58pm Home Buying in Calabasas
shaidatafres…, Real Estate Pro in Manhattan Beach, CA
shaidatafreshi answered:
Mortgage with 10% down?
yes i can do this jumbo at 10% down. i am a mortgage banker with broker sources. i am Shaida Tafreshi Loan Officer and i work at RPM Mortgage, a direct lender with correspondent and ... more
0 votes Share Flag Yesterday at 8:42pm Financing in Agoura Hills
Annette Lawr…, Real Estate Pro in Palm Harbor, FL
Annette Lawrence 727.420.4041 answered:
I would like to know if you could find out who the owner is and make a deal with them directly in the pre-foreclosure process
Yes, it is possible. No, it is not easy. Yes, it will take time. No, the target will not be receptive to your proposition. Yes, there are strategies that work well to facilitate the ... more
0 votes Share Flag Thu Jun 13, 2013 In My Neighborhood in 33570
Patrick Coe, Real Estate Pro in Santa Fe, NM
Patrick Coe answered:
My family is moving to SF Aug 1st with our 2 boys (5 and 2). Looking for a nice 3bdrm rental in wood gormley or acequia districts. Any leads?
Go to the site SFAR.COM. That is the Santa Fe Realtor s Web page!!
0 votes Share Flag Fri Jun 14, 2013 Rentals in Santa Fe
Claudia Grav…, Real Estate Pro in Alameda County, CA
Claudia Gravelle NMLS# 234057 answered:
I want to buy a home, but I can't afford one in Foster City, yet the schools are great here. How do I get out of my apartment?
There are many first time homebuyer programs available for families in the county of San Mateo. They offer down payment assistance. You may qualify for those programs and you may be a ... more
0 votes Share Flag Wed Aug 22, 2012 Home Buying in Foster City
Alma Rose Kee…, Real Estate Pro in Tampa, FL
Alma Rose Kee, P.A. answered:
does the Condo complex have to be on FHA approved condo list in order to get a FHA loan?
Hi, Also you may be able to qualify to get up to $7,500 to buy with a Conventional Mortgage for a condo. You MUST work with an APPROVED lender to get this money so send me an emai ... more
0 votes Share Flag Fri Jun 14, 2013 Financing in 33183
Kelly Miller, Home Owner in Santa Ana, CA
Kelly Miller answered:
Has this home been reduced again. Real estate in this area is extremely high, why?
Research well on that area to find out the best selling price and if possible,take quotes from the neighborhood. Buy only when you find the rate within your budget.
0 votes Share Flag Yesterday at 5:08am Home Buying in Leesville
Jim Johnson, Real Estate Pro in 78233
Jim Johnson answered:
How does an HOA in litigation impact approval of an FHA loan?
You may find your answer here: http://www.hud.gov/offices/hsg/sfh/faqs/atl1val.cfm
0 votes Share Flag Wed Jun 22, 2011 Financing in Playa Del Rey
Becky Zisk, Real Estate Pro in Las Vegas, NV
Becky Zisk answered:
What is the best defense against noisy apartment neighbors?
Turn your stereo or television up as high as it will go and leave for an hour. I bet when you return you will have a note on your door. Then, you can simply say you are trying to comp ... more
0 votes Share Flag Sat Jun 15, 2013 Rentals in Las Vegas
Anna Brocco, Real Estate Pro in Nassau County, NY
Anna Brocco answered:
inquired about potential apt rental..see the link on crime..not good could scare away many potential clients..safety should be priority..would'nt u a
When it comes to any safety/crime related issues, it's always best to contact the local police department with all your questions, hear all there is to hear firsthand. If unfamiliar wit ... more
0 votes Share Flag Wed Apr 17, 2013 Crime & Safety in Corona
opondomusa, Other/Just Looking in 10020
opondomusa answered:
Hi, can someone help me in identifying newer developments middle to upper middle class - not gated communities
You may have a look at these Homes for sale in Hickory hills: http://www.realtypin.com/house/hickory-hills/illinois/united-states Homes for sale in Palos Hills: http://www.r ... more
0 votes Share Flag Thu Jun 6, 2013 Home Buying in 60457
Debra (Debbi…, Real Estate Pro in Livingston, NJ
Debra (Debbie) Rose answered:
What are rules/recommendations that one should take into account when renting an appartment with good friends?
First of all, if I read your question correctly - you're asking about renting an apartment WITH friends, not TO friends. Big difference. I don't see any issues in renting with frie ... more
0 votes Share Flag Tue May 28, 2013 Rentals in Oakland Ave/Harrison St
Carmel Kavan…, Real Estate Pro in San Francisco, CA
Carmel Kavanagh answered:
Do single family homes in San Francisco have rent control?
Single Family Homes/Condos—You do not have full rent control protection if you live in a single family home (note that a single family home with an illegal in-law unit counts as a 2 u ... more
0 votes Share Flag Tue Apr 30, 2013 Rentals in Oakland Ave/Harrison St
Richard Matus, Real Estate Pro in Oakland, CA
Richard Matus answered:
What's the best way to set rent for a residential property?
Take a look at what's available on Craig's List, that is where all property owners go to advertise their available rentals. You can get a pretty good idea of what your competition is do ... more
0 votes Share Flag Tue Jun 4, 2013 Rentals in Oakland Ave/Harrison St
opondomusa, Other/Just Looking in 10020
opondomusa answered:
I am looking for a 3/2 house in Grand Prairie,Tx or Cedar hill Tx for a $1000 or less.
Below is a list of rentals In Grand Prairie that fits with what you are looking for in case you haven't found one yet; http://www.realtypin.com/searchhome.aspx?key=grand-prairie%2c+ ... more
0 votes Share Flag Tue Apr 30, 2013 Rentals in Grand Prairie
Dino Zuzic,…, Real Estate Pro in San Francisco, CA
Dino Zuzic, MBA/Realtor answered:
How do I rent an apartment in San Francisco if I have terrible credit but a decent salary?
One, immediate option is to increase your security deposit by two months worth - that will create some strong goodwill between you and the landlord. Additionally, you could give the la ... more
0 votes Share Flag Mon May 27, 2013 Rentals in San Francisco
#FASTAGENT,…, Real Estate Pro in Oakland, CA
#FASTAGENT, KENNY TRUONG answered:
How much cheaper is rent in a murder house?
I think you would get a killer deal.
0 votes Share Flag Sat Jun 1, 2013 Rentals in Oakland
Alison Hillm…, Other/Just Looking in San Francisco, CA
Alison Hillman answered:
Is this house 1764 saxon bl is active?
You can contact the listing agent who will be able to help you learn more about that specific property (and probably will know a lot about similar properties in the area). To find an ag ... more
0 votes Share Flag Tue Apr 23, 2013 Home Buying in 32725
Annette Lawr…, Real Estate Pro in Palm Harbor, FL
Annette Lawrence 727.420.4041 answered:
I've been trying to buy a house but those cash buyers are making it way too difficult for the sellers to even consider my offers.
Rhay, I'm confident you are aware you have not provided sufficient information for anyone to provide any actionable direction. - Of course you think it 'cash buyers' that is creating ... more
0 votes Share Flag Thu May 9, 2013 Home Buying in Brooklyn
Howard Urbine, Real Estate Pro in Chester County, PA
Howard Urbine answered:
How negociable are bank owned homes?
Hello Lori, Here is how I boil it down for my clients. With a non distressed sale you will most likely pay closer to market value as seller's emotions and motivations are often ... more
0 votes Share Flag Fri May 31, 2013 Foreclosure in Parkesburg
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