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Congrats - Deborah the Broker - Broke .....
500!!! Just like Barry Bonds (o.K. maybe not that or perhaps not a good comparison -- Being in S.F., I don't want to hear debate about that!!). I came home from work, started scrolling thru Trulia…
500!!! Just like Barry Bonds (o.K. maybe not that or perhaps not a good comparison -- Being in S.F., I don't want to hear debate about that!!). I came home from work, started scrolling thru Trulia…
What matters most?
Without getting into too many of the details, my house has been on the market for about two months now with a fair amount of interest, but no firm offers. Recently, someone criticized my listing price…
Without getting into too many of the details, my house has been on the market for about two months now with a fair amount of interest, but no firm offers. Recently, someone criticized my listing price…
Is 30% below list price in today's market to low an offer on a $2MM home in SoCal?
Can my Buyer agent refuse to put my low offer in? If so is that ethical grounds to replace them? No agreement is in place. Other agents are telling me that they are urging their sellers to review any…
Can my Buyer agent refuse to put my low offer in? If so is that ethical grounds to replace them? No agreement is in place. Other agents are telling me that they are urging their sellers to review any…
Am I the only one who has noticed that questions around realtor fees get the most responses?
I'm newer to Trulia, but I've noticed a trend that questions involving realtor fees seem to generate more responses than questions on other topics. Buyers, Sellers, and even Agents have a wide range of…
I'm newer to Trulia, but I've noticed a trend that questions involving realtor fees seem to generate more responses than questions on other topics. Buyers, Sellers, and even Agents have a wide range of…
What is the funniest thing that ever happened to you while showing property?
One time I was showing a home, and we were in one of the kids bedrooms that was very messy (Oscar Madison messy!). All of a sudden the huge pile of dirty clothes on the bed started to move...and we decided…
One time I was showing a home, and we were in one of the kids bedrooms that was very messy (Oscar Madison messy!). All of a sudden the huge pile of dirty clothes on the bed started to move...and we decided…
Is there still a market for flipping homes on Oahu? Does it depend on if its a condo or home,?
or is that irrelevant? What are the best areas of the island of Oahu for flipping?
or is that irrelevant? What are the best areas of the island of Oahu for flipping?
What constitutes spam? Is this spam?
Is it peculiar just to me, does anyone else seem to think its biased when a string of posts appear quickly in succession with the only advice to be a repetitive directive to a specific site? You can…
Is it peculiar just to me, does anyone else seem to think its biased when a string of posts appear quickly in succession with the only advice to be a repetitive directive to a specific site? You can…
Who or what is Renau?
Is there a computer glitch or a spammer or just someone who deleted all of their Q&As? There was a whole page of Renau showing up with a shadow picture and then nothing with Renau when you went into the…
Is there a computer glitch or a spammer or just someone who deleted all of their Q&As? There was a whole page of Renau showing up with a shadow picture and then nothing with Renau when you went into the…
Homebuyers: Do you search the child predator site before considering purchasing a home? Why? Why Not?
Because many jurisdictions do not permit one to back out of a transaction when they learn a convicted child predator/offender is living in the neighborhood. Is checking wise? And do you do it?
Because many jurisdictions do not permit one to back out of a transaction when they learn a convicted child predator/offender is living in the neighborhood. Is checking wise? And do you do it?
What is your feeling on unbranded websites?
many agent have created unbranded website or the brand is some place real small that could be over looked. These sites are designed to generate leads. As many have discused professional, does this help…
many agent have created unbranded website or the brand is some place real small that could be over looked. These sites are designed to generate leads. As many have discused professional, does this help…
Is anyone using a community website? If so, what vendor?
If you are farming a community and using a community site I would love to gather some feedback. What vendor are you using? What was the start cost? What was your experience with setting up the site? Most…
If you are farming a community and using a community site I would love to gather some feedback. What vendor are you using? What was the start cost? What was your experience with setting up the site? Most…
I am looking for a mortgage broker in the Raleigh NC area!
Need some help find a solid mortgage broker.
Need some help find a solid mortgage broker.
What is an average price per square foot for unused land in La Canada, CA?
We are thinking of buying 1415 sq. ft of unused land from an adjacent lot in La Canada.
We are thinking of buying 1415 sq. ft of unused land from an adjacent lot in La Canada.
WHAT ARE THE AVG. PRICES OF MOBILE HOMES FOR SALE IN WOODSIDE VILLAGE. AUBURN..FROM-TO....LISTINGS TO SEE ..
WE ARE THINKING OF PUTTING OUR MOBILE ON THE MARKET ...IN NEAR FUTURE...WE NEED INFO ON WHAT HOMES ARE SELLING FOR IN WOODSIDE VILLAGE,..AND AVG. DAYS ON MARKET ..THANK YOU..AVERAGE PRICES , HOW MANY…
WE ARE THINKING OF PUTTING OUR MOBILE ON THE MARKET ...IN NEAR FUTURE...WE NEED INFO ON WHAT HOMES ARE SELLING FOR IN WOODSIDE VILLAGE,..AND AVG. DAYS ON MARKET ..THANK YOU..AVERAGE PRICES , HOW MANY…
What can we do to bring in an offer on our house?
What can we do to bring in an offer on our house? We've been on the market for over 60 days now. We've dropped the price, fixed or replaced everything we can think of. We are still getting 3-4 showings…
What can we do to bring in an offer on our house? We've been on the market for over 60 days now. We've dropped the price, fixed or replaced everything we can think of. We are still getting 3-4 showings…
Average home Appreciation
I've heard that the average price decrease has been negative 1% per month since 2006 summer. With that math, that means if someone bought in 2005, they should be selling for the same price they bought…
I've heard that the average price decrease has been negative 1% per month since 2006 summer. With that math, that means if someone bought in 2005, they should be selling for the same price they bought…
What do the agents here think about DOM stats?
This is a genie that will never go back in the bottle, but I have always felt that the Days on Market statistic is an unfair negotiating advantage provided to the buyer. It is an objective measure of…
This is a genie that will never go back in the bottle, but I have always felt that the Days on Market statistic is an unfair negotiating advantage provided to the buyer. It is an objective measure of…
how to find property listing for strawberry mansion in philly?
I'm interesting in finding an agent in philly. I'm interesting in investment properties to sit on for awhile.
I'm interesting in finding an agent in philly. I'm interesting in investment properties to sit on for awhile.
Anyone know any physical therapists who need a job in Chandler, Higley AZ?
I am desperately trying to find a licensed physical therapist for the schools. Two hundred dollar finders fee. Very flexible work. Can be two days or 5. Must be licensed or able to sit for boards.…
I am desperately trying to find a licensed physical therapist for the schools. Two hundred dollar finders fee. Very flexible work. Can be two days or 5. Must be licensed or able to sit for boards.…
Are there any sales of lakefront homes in the state of Ga between 5M and 10M within the past 2 years??
I need the info for a 7.35M appraisal.
I need the info for a 7.35M appraisal.
Trulia voices wish
I just noticed that it when I am searching listings in my area it shows the two top voices. Unfortunately, these are not the two people who have answered the most questions about the area. One is not…
I just noticed that it when I am searching listings in my area it shows the two top voices. Unfortunately, these are not the two people who have answered the most questions about the area. One is not…
Winter Garden
hi- i am looking to rent a condo in winter garden for myself (SWF). Any opinions on this area? I am relocating from NYC.
hi- i am looking to rent a condo in winter garden for myself (SWF). Any opinions on this area? I am relocating from NYC.
Market statistics for North Hill
what is the average days on market, number of listings compared to number of sales and what does it mean when the average listing price is $85k and the average sales prices is $71k? Does this mean the…
what is the average days on market, number of listings compared to number of sales and what does it mean when the average listing price is $85k and the average sales prices is $71k? Does this mean the…
What are the variables in a short sale?
I've heard multiple stories of how a short sale falls through the crack. Seems there are too many variables at play there. A buyer can't be certain if he/she will get the deal or not for the longest…
I've heard multiple stories of how a short sale falls through the crack. Seems there are too many variables at play there. A buyer can't be certain if he/she will get the deal or not for the longest…
Want to buy new construction in WI - Am out of state - Who looks out for me?
Found a new construction site and am interested in making a deposit on. I am from out of state. How is the best way to go about this? I found the city, lot, and home I would like. Who looks out for…
Found a new construction site and am interested in making a deposit on. I am from out of state. How is the best way to go about this? I found the city, lot, and home I would like. Who looks out for…
The new sales contracts from the St. Louis Real Estate Board
The new contracts have terminology making it advantageous for buyer and seller to close at the same title company. Why? Who pushed this to make it happen? Where is this going?
The new contracts have terminology making it advantageous for buyer and seller to close at the same title company. Why? Who pushed this to make it happen? Where is this going?
Length of listing contract?
Paul's post re: DOM was so thought provoking I have to ask agent's and consumer's thoughts about the length of the listing. Consumers always seem to ask the norm for commission or if they can negotiate…
Paul's post re: DOM was so thought provoking I have to ask agent's and consumer's thoughts about the length of the listing. Consumers always seem to ask the norm for commission or if they can negotiate…
How can I post a question to all areas?
I posted a question earlier and I had to select an area so it was limited to California.
I posted a question earlier and I had to select an area so it was limited to California.
Should we buy a home while we build a custom home or rent? We are moving from out of State.
We are moving from California to Laredo, we already have 10 acres Laredo (Bonanza Hills Estates),we are going to build a custom home, but meanwhile need somewhere to live, we are thinking of buying then…
We are moving from California to Laredo, we already have 10 acres Laredo (Bonanza Hills Estates),we are going to build a custom home, but meanwhile need somewhere to live, we are thinking of buying then…
Do you find buyers are loyal or wishy washy with an agent?
Often times you will invest hours with a buyer just to have them call or email saying they have found a great FSBO they made an offer on without giving you the opportunity to represent them. I once had…
Often times you will invest hours with a buyer just to have them call or email saying they have found a great FSBO they made an offer on without giving you the opportunity to represent them. I once had…
Are all homes in forclosure sold only through public auctions?
If so, what are the chances of a first time home buyer being able to outbid real estate agents who goes to these for investment properties?
If so, what are the chances of a first time home buyer being able to outbid real estate agents who goes to these for investment properties?
what's the best and most accurate Broker prep school, so that I can pass California Broker exam?
okay...so, i have taken the CAL broker exam a couple times now. And I have basically failed each time. I have tried Anthony Schools, I have tried Lumbleau, but still no cigar. I actually received my salesagent…
okay...so, i have taken the CAL broker exam a couple times now. And I have basically failed each time. I have tried Anthony Schools, I have tried Lumbleau, but still no cigar. I actually received my salesagent…
New to Atlanta: Can anyone tell me about the area near Village Creek Landing? (Eastland Heights, off Moreland)
There are a few houses in that subdivision that I'm interested in, but since I'm new to the area, getting an idea of what the neighborhood is like isn't easy. If anyone has any info they could share about…
There are a few houses in that subdivision that I'm interested in, but since I'm new to the area, getting an idea of what the neighborhood is like isn't easy. If anyone has any info they could share about…
How can I protect myself when buying a house with a boyfriend, when I can't be on the deed?
The mortgage broker told us due to the lending, my name can't go on the deed. I am still contributing half of all themortgage and bills. Both my boyfriend and I want to remedy this as an accident could…
The mortgage broker told us due to the lending, my name can't go on the deed. I am still contributing half of all themortgage and bills. Both my boyfriend and I want to remedy this as an accident could…
How much value does a rooftop deck add?
My neighbors, on the top floor, want to build a rooftop deck. I don't think the units on the garden-level, 1st and 2nd floors are going to see nearly the return on investment that the top floor units will…
My neighbors, on the top floor, want to build a rooftop deck. I don't think the units on the garden-level, 1st and 2nd floors are going to see nearly the return on investment that the top floor units will…
What are the legal obligations for a title company and the builder to pay or pro-rate the previous taxes.?
The tile company we used in our December, 2006 closing on a single family home, used tax records form 2005. Normally this is not a big issue except in 2005 the parcel of land was taxed with no improvements…
The tile company we used in our December, 2006 closing on a single family home, used tax records form 2005. Normally this is not a big issue except in 2005 the parcel of land was taxed with no improvements…
What do you need to do before starting to look for houses?
My fiancee and I are planning to start looking in January we would like to stay in the parsippany area. How much should we save and when should we contact and agent?
My fiancee and I are planning to start looking in January we would like to stay in the parsippany area. How much should we save and when should we contact and agent?
What systems or models do you use for Lead Generation?
If our business is about lead generating. I would be interested in knowing some of the most successful ways that you generate leads for your business!
If our business is about lead generating. I would be interested in knowing some of the most successful ways that you generate leads for your business!
Trulia Setup thoughts?
-Since the people at Trulia seem to be interested in our thoughts on setup, how would you structure the top voices category. I feel that best answers and positive rating should have more value than simply…
-Since the people at Trulia seem to be interested in our thoughts on setup, how would you structure the top voices category. I feel that best answers and positive rating should have more value than simply…
Advantage using exclusive buyers agent?
I have been reading about exclusive buyers agents. I have read all of the advantages, posted by them, are there disadvantages? Nothing is perfect...right? We are ready to move forward. Our house is in…
I have been reading about exclusive buyers agents. I have read all of the advantages, posted by them, are there disadvantages? Nothing is perfect...right? We are ready to move forward. Our house is in…
i am looking for a picture of a home sold in 1997 in theodore al where can i find this?
address is 5473 setter court theodore al 36582
address is 5473 setter court theodore al 36582
High End Luxury Ocean Front Condo market in Miami Beach
Nobody talks about the high end luxury ocean front condo market in Miami Beach. It appears that there has been strong appreciation in this high end market while other markets have declined or softened.…
Nobody talks about the high end luxury ocean front condo market in Miami Beach. It appears that there has been strong appreciation in this high end market while other markets have declined or softened.…
Should sellers require pre-approval or proof of funds in order to show the property?
Should the home seller require that prospective buyers have pre-approval letters or proof of funds prior to touring a home? Most agents in my area don't require this for showings. As a result, there…
Should the home seller require that prospective buyers have pre-approval letters or proof of funds prior to touring a home? Most agents in my area don't require this for showings. As a result, there…
which place in USA has good tennis coaching if you want to be a tennis player
Is real estate affordable if in such town?
Is real estate affordable if in such town?
What is a reasonable time-frame for showings with lock box?
I'm interested in placing a lock box on my house to make it easier for agents to show. However, I want to restrict the times the house can be shown. What would be a reasonable time-frame for showings…
I'm interested in placing a lock box on my house to make it easier for agents to show. However, I want to restrict the times the house can be shown. What would be a reasonable time-frame for showings…
Does the presence of the seller during showings hinder offers?
I realize it is best to be away from the home during showings, however, I had a bad experience with a potential buyer, and as a result, I feel reluctant to leave during showings. In this case, the buyer…
I realize it is best to be away from the home during showings, however, I had a bad experience with a potential buyer, and as a result, I feel reluctant to leave during showings. In this case, the buyer…
Desire upscale 55 communities with train service to Manhattan
We wish to live in a 55 or active adult community near enough to Manhattan to take a train in to enjoy plays, opera etc.
We wish to live in a 55 or active adult community near enough to Manhattan to take a train in to enjoy plays, opera etc.
how many websites are there to search real estate infor-http://trulia.com, http://www.craigslist.com, etc.?
any more - zillow.com etc.
any more - zillow.com etc.
How is the R E market in North Carolina? Youngsville, Franklinton Area ... Hot or Not?Buyer or Seller market?
There seems to be a difference of opinion, whether the NC market is weak or strong. How can I get the true facts? I'm looking to move to this area...Is it better to buy a new home, resale home or build…
There seems to be a difference of opinion, whether the NC market is weak or strong. How can I get the true facts? I'm looking to move to this area...Is it better to buy a new home, resale home or build…
Realtor Ethics/Conflict Of Interest?
We went on an out of state scouting trip. We meet with 2 Realtors to show us different areas, with the up front knowledge that we were only scouting at this point and could make no commitment. We also…
We went on an out of state scouting trip. We meet with 2 Realtors to show us different areas, with the up front knowledge that we were only scouting at this point and could make no commitment. We also…
Cash incentive to buyer's agent?
My husband and I will be travelling to Florida to purchase a second home next month. As we understand, the the seller is responsible for the commissions to both agents (as has been explained by the realtor…
My husband and I will be travelling to Florida to purchase a second home next month. As we understand, the the seller is responsible for the commissions to both agents (as has been explained by the realtor…
What are typical closing costs for condos, townhouses in thr $500k range in chicago/cook county?
Wondering what the range of closing costs (excluding mortgage "points") are the folks see in the Chicago market for condos/townhouses in the $400-600k range given local taxes, regulations and market issues…
Wondering what the range of closing costs (excluding mortgage "points") are the folks see in the Chicago market for condos/townhouses in the $400-600k range given local taxes, regulations and market issues…
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