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How can I find out which open houses will be showing this weekend in my desired neighborhoods?
I'm interested in checking out the open houses on the weekends but I have not been able to find one place that lists all open houses? Do I have to visit each realtors website in my target neighborhoods…
Where can you go for more green, less gravel???
My husband and I want to relocate to AZ from North Carolina. All of our family lives in AZ and we'd love to be closer to them. The only problem is that we have been spoiled by all of the big green leafy…
Rent or sell?
Have 4br/2ba 1900 sq ft, production built 2003 in Beaumont / Sundance. Need to relocate to San Diego for job. Should I try renting Beaumont home for a year and rent in S.D. or try selling / buying in…
The price of a 3/4 arcerin Rio Rico Az.
Gravel road, partly cleared, water & power on road , Over looks the valley
QUESTION IN FLORIDA
I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW WHEN A HOUSE IS FOR SALE AND IT SAYS DEED RESTRICTIONS / IFEES REQUIRED, WHAT DOES THAT MEAN. I SEE THAT A LOT IN PORT RICHEY.
What Is Wrong With This Picture?
One question, three answers. All are fairly good answers. All 3 of us received 3 thumbs down. What is up with that? I think we have a thumbs down bandit on our hands. We also have several posters…
Does anyone in the Milton School District list homes rent with option to buy or a land contract?
We are a wonderful family, who have some bumps in the road and would like to move into a home we love and stay for good. We just don't have a huge downpayment and alittle ugly credit, so now with housing…
What state has the most affordable taxes?
Florida has taxes so high that I am often asked the question, is there any place to live where the taxes will not kill me? Can I have a state and area please?
My Home value in Saginaw dropped $4000 from 2-3 years ago. Should I get another appraisal?
Loan Company said this was "typical" for the market. It affected my refinance (added MPI of $42 per month) At $300, is it worth it to get another appraisal?
I am looking to rent my property can you help?
Trying to rent my property and looking for assistance can you help?
What is mortgage insurance and do I always have to get it if putting less than 20% down?
My boyfriend and I have just reached an agreement to buy an 877 SF condo in Seattle and I am curious about mortgage insurance. We are putting 5% down, are first time home buyers, and should be closing…
Where do I find detailed mortgage rates history.?
I don't want to compare current rates, i.e. what rate can I get in my state now. I want to see the month to month for national rates for over the past decades.
How is rancho cucamonga when it comes to raising kids?
Hearing that San Bernardino County has the highest crime rate. How's the school district?
If I deed back property to the bank would that show better than foreclosure or the same on a cred report?
Also, if I deed back to the 1st mortgage company, what happens for the 2nd mortgage bank?
how do i get my homes on line?
i am a real estate broker on would like to get my homes on your site. Geri
Is boyfriend entitled to any money from the sale of the house?
My mom her b/f bought a house 3.5 years ago. Both of their names are on the mortgage papes. 1.5 years later, he up and left leaving my mother with all the mortgage payments and bills - no word where he's…
There are a few houses in my neighborhood that seem abandoned..
They have been sitting empty for years. How do I find out who owns it? How would I be able to purchase one? And how much do you think I could get them for? What other important information would I need?
Thumbs down, it's been bugging me for a while so I thought I'd ask, what purpose does it serve?
I believe thumbs up and best answer is a viable way to reward exceptional responses but thumbs down is meant to have what effect? Why not reward what you like and just leave the rest alone? What effect…
Market conditions and Loans?
It is so confusing to understand what is the market trend right now? Buyers or sellers? Recently we came across a brand new home, where we have put our money down. House has not been closed yet and the…
As an overseas buyer how to I keep up-to-date about the single home price developments in Miami...
... over the next 12 months? Any leads on web sites which give me the scoop on what is really happening?
Is our current market in SF a great opportunity for Buyers or should they wait before getting back in?
I have a few clients who are feeling they should wait on the sidelines becuase of many media reports that the housing market will get worse before it gets better. And they are assuming they can't getting…
What do the sellers have to disclose if deal falls through?
After inspeciton found out that bathroom wall that moves/soft wall, and missing grout around tiles, means either structural problem or water problem.Sellers dont want to repair or give money.Want to fix…
CAN YOU GET OUT OF A BUYERS AGENT CONTRACT?
IS THERE ANYWAY TO GET OUT OF A BUYER'S AGENT CONTRACT BEFORE THE CONTRACT DATE IS UP?
Are there any bargains to be had purchasing forclosed houses at a RELO auction?
In this case the bank has several exactly similiar properties listed at the condo complex I am looking at . However out of these they chose to list one property at around 45% lower than the current listed…
I am trying to find someone to help a friend sell her condo in Lauderhill, FA.
A friend of mine is wanting to sell her condo and has no phone. Several agents have expressed interest but none have done anything at all. The condo is needing some work and my friend has no job or…
What exactly is a "relo" property?
I have been looking at homes with an agent, and the one I really like is a "relo" property owned by a "relocation company." What is that exactly?
Should I buy a house in South Carolina now or 5 months from now after I get married ?
I am 24 years old getting married June 2008 and relocating to where my fiance, Jeff lives, about 2 1/2 hrs from where I am now. When is the best time to buy a house? I live at home and I hate Jeff throwing…
I'm trying to decide between two places, one in the catskills and one near the delaware water gap.
both are quite similar, and are about the same distance from manhattan, but i dont know a lot about the surrounding communities. anyone have an opinion? one place is in Montgue NJ, the other is in Hurley,…
In today’s market, how long should a house be on the market before it sells?
If it appears to be priced right when would it be consider a stall listing with possible something wrong with the house?
How do I locate real estate agents, mortage brokers,hard moneylenders and title companies for specific areas?
I am looking real estate agents, mortgage brokers, hard moneylenders, and title companies servicing the following zip codes 95816,819,833, and 827 areas in the Sacramento.
Agents - how much on average do you spend marketing a listing?
I keep a detailed spreadsheet on each listing I take to track my expenses. In another thread from today, an agent mentioned that he does not "waste" money on newspaper and other print ads, etc. and therefore…
What is discrimination verses marketing?
I just changed my description title from "Family Home" to "Home for All Your Toys". I then refer to "kids" of all ages and toys such as a pool table, wine cellar, power tools and imply boats and cars…
Comparing Danbury & Waterbury
We're planning to purchase a rental property. How do Danbury & Waterbury compare in terms of purchase price and possible rental income?
FOMC Meeting tomorrow the 18th What`s it gonna be, Zero. -.25, -.50, -.75 or a full point rate cut????
I think we are going to see a .50 ( half point ) rate cut tomorrow. What do you think?
Probate sales?
What can I expect? - I just made an offer on a house in that is in probate.
apartments to rent
need 2 bedroom apartment in good area
FSBO Can I list it on Truila
Can I get my For Sale By Owner home listed on Truila
Why doesn't Trulia let you know what word is causing the posting problem?
There is an early 1900s electrical system known as kn_b and t_be. Why does Trulia think I'm cussing?
Can I reduce the property tax on an expensive house by paying for some of it with an option?
For instance, on a $5M home, can I pay the seller $3M upfront for a purchase option for $2M. I rent the home and move in, and within a couple months exercise the option and pay the final $2M and transfer…
Sellers in NJ now getting home inspections?
NJ- After a list of cosmetic and upgrade requests from our buyers, I read about sellers getting their own home inspection before putting the house up for sale. Are sellers in NJ doing this? Even the…
Relocating to Raleigh-what areas have the best elementray schools?
Relocating from NY next Spring. My kids are currently attending private schools, interested in learning about the best public schools in the greater Raleigh area.
List the methods the federal government has to affect interest rates.
List the methods the federal government has to affect interest rates.
I own seven twelvths and my brother own five twelvths of a home can I force him to sell
I do not care to live in the house with him and I own more of the house than he does.
How to I get my listing on Trulia?
My home for sale is not showing up on Trulia. It is on the MLS (for 60 days) but I'm not able to find any way to add it to trulia. Any advice?
Debating whether or not to get Real Estate salesperson License
I want to sell my own home do I need to go through a broker or can I list it myself and only pay the buyer agent fee? I live in Illinois and considering getting my sales license. I have 3 properties…
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