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Best way for buyer to protect private information when two offers are made on same property?
We are buyers and made an offer with a contingency to sell our home. There was a second offer. We were told the other offer did not have a contingency, but ours was higher. We thought that if we removed…
We are buyers and made an offer with a contingency to sell our home. There was a second offer. We were told the other offer did not have a contingency, but ours was higher. We thought that if we removed…
Why no record of court case in foreclosure?
If a credit union foreclosed on a mortgage, they’d have to sue the previous owner to take possession of the property, right? Does anyone know of a reason I wouldn’t be able to find a record of the…
If a credit union foreclosed on a mortgage, they’d have to sue the previous owner to take possession of the property, right? Does anyone know of a reason I wouldn’t be able to find a record of the…
Paul Renton, can you provide more information about discount brokerages loss of share?
Our home is not in GA, but I hope you will explain anyway. When it is time for us to sell we are not sure if we want to go discount and do work ourselves or go full service. Paul, you said biggest…
Our home is not in GA, but I hope you will explain anyway. When it is time for us to sell we are not sure if we want to go discount and do work ourselves or go full service. Paul, you said biggest…
see photo of sunny slope farm 23.9 acres to be auctioned on sept 29
for Misty Duggin at parsley and todd realty: I'd like to see how a first time home buyer could find out more about the old Paschal property on sunny slope rd,23.9 acres to be auctioned on sept 29. Please…
for Misty Duggin at parsley and todd realty: I'd like to see how a first time home buyer could find out more about the old Paschal property on sunny slope rd,23.9 acres to be auctioned on sept 29. Please…
I'm looking for information on affordable housing. Do you have a name and contact number about this?
I'm looking to rent an apartment but need affordable housing assistance. Can you help me get this information?
I'm looking to rent an apartment but need affordable housing assistance. Can you help me get this information?
Should I put my home on the market now?
I live in Yountville California and I am looking to sell my home and move up to a larger property with some acreage. When will prices stabilize here? Will they keep coming down and for how long?
I live in Yountville California and I am looking to sell my home and move up to a larger property with some acreage. When will prices stabilize here? Will they keep coming down and for how long?
Foundation damage found after purchase of new home....
We purchased a house 4 years ago and there is foundation damage. The owners may have had previous knowledge prior to sell of the home. They did not list it on the disclosures. There is proof of patching…
We purchased a house 4 years ago and there is foundation damage. The owners may have had previous knowledge prior to sell of the home. They did not list it on the disclosures. There is proof of patching…
Best area to buy in North Port
We recently have decided that we want to buy a home in North Port. Our children are grown so we don't have to worry about schools but we would like to live in an area that is quiet with some privacy and…
We recently have decided that we want to buy a home in North Port. Our children are grown so we don't have to worry about schools but we would like to live in an area that is quiet with some privacy and…
How long is it before they can foreclose on your house/land for not paying taxes in Cook County, Illinois?
This question is based on a house that has no mortgage, with the taxes paid to date, but anticipation of an inability to pay a forthcoming bill "on time". How much of a "grace period" is there before the…
This question is based on a house that has no mortgage, with the taxes paid to date, but anticipation of an inability to pay a forthcoming bill "on time". How much of a "grace period" is there before the…
i am looking for 2 bedroom apartment or mobile home for 4 adults
We are looking for a 2 bedroom with utilties and in Greeneville,Tenneesse close to town and ranging from 350 to 425 amonth
We are looking for a 2 bedroom with utilties and in Greeneville,Tenneesse close to town and ranging from 350 to 425 amonth
I put in an offer for a house. I would like to change my offer to a lower price. Can I change my offer?
Offer has not been accepted.
Offer has not been accepted.
How long usually until offer is made?
We had our Open House ourselves. They had seen our realtor sign and realtor directed them to ouropen house. They loved the house. In fact as I was closing the door I heard them saying "Well its unanimous!"…
We had our Open House ourselves. They had seen our realtor sign and realtor directed them to ouropen house. They loved the house. In fact as I was closing the door I heard them saying "Well its unanimous!"…
Do you have any homes for rent?
I need a home in an aprtment or in a house that range from $500 to $670 a month and that are away from day cares and schools.
I need a home in an aprtment or in a house that range from $500 to $670 a month and that are away from day cares and schools.
Is it better to buy forclosures by auction on the front steps of the courthouse auction?
or wait until they are listed with an agent? Does the price go up if they are not auctioned or does the bank just ask for the remaining balanced owed on the property?
or wait until they are listed with an agent? Does the price go up if they are not auctioned or does the bank just ask for the remaining balanced owed on the property?
Welcome Back Truia Roger!
Did you have a nice vacation?
Did you have a nice vacation?
Quit Claim or Trustee
I have a client who is getting older and wants to know if she made a mistake by not putting her daughters name on the title when making the change from Quit Claim to family trust. I figure other may like…
I have a client who is getting older and wants to know if she made a mistake by not putting her daughters name on the title when making the change from Quit Claim to family trust. I figure other may like…
What would you like to see on a Realtor's blog site?
What would you like to see on a Realtor's blog site? What information can help you in the Real Estate process?
What would you like to see on a Realtor's blog site? What information can help you in the Real Estate process?
Where can I find a good detailed map of... ?
Where can I find a good detailed map of the Miami & Beaches area, that shows where all the current & future condo developments are located and identified by name ? Perhaps a zoomable JPG or PDF image…
Where can I find a good detailed map of the Miami & Beaches area, that shows where all the current & future condo developments are located and identified by name ? Perhaps a zoomable JPG or PDF image…
Buy now or later (winter/spring '08)?
Have been looking for a while and have heard lots of agents say we are chasing the market down...is this true for the areas in the near west and near north sides (fullerton and western ave are borders).
Have been looking for a while and have heard lots of agents say we are chasing the market down...is this true for the areas in the near west and near north sides (fullerton and western ave are borders).
Relocating to Philly suburbs, Which neighborhoods have families with young children (baby-ville) ????
Chester or Delaware counties....also good public elementary schools...
Chester or Delaware counties....also good public elementary schools...
Investment Real Estate Seminar
One of my agents is planning an investment real estate seminar for October 30th. Looking for ideas from other Realtors on what topics and promotion of the seminar worked best for them. Also would like…
One of my agents is planning an investment real estate seminar for October 30th. Looking for ideas from other Realtors on what topics and promotion of the seminar worked best for them. Also would like…
Is there a standard percentage off of the asking price?
Since its now a buyer's market in many areas, is there a standard percentage off of the asking price? For example, I have always heard that most houses are priced 5-10% above its value. However, I had…
Since its now a buyer's market in many areas, is there a standard percentage off of the asking price? For example, I have always heard that most houses are priced 5-10% above its value. However, I had…
II'm looking to buy a house
I'm looking to buy a house in Gainesville just for investment. A multi-home , 3150sf for 4 units, 2b/1b each unit, 1.3 miles from UF. Is it a good price for 300,000? The house has been 30 years old.…
I'm looking to buy a house in Gainesville just for investment. A multi-home , 3150sf for 4 units, 2b/1b each unit, 1.3 miles from UF. Is it a good price for 300,000? The house has been 30 years old.…
Please tell me how close Livingston Mnr. is to the Taconic Parkway and Mohegan Lake?
My husband works in Mohegan Lake near Yorktown and Cortlandt in Westchester County.
My husband works in Mohegan Lake near Yorktown and Cortlandt in Westchester County.
CAN I BUY A HOUSE?
SINGLE MOM PLANING TO MOVE 2 WAFIELD, NORTH CAROLINA. FROM NEW YORK I HAVE 751 CREDIT SCORE, BUT I HAVE NO INCOME FOR LAST YEAR, (I HAD A BABY) CAN I STILL BUY A HOUSE WITHOUT A GIANT INTEREST RATE?
SINGLE MOM PLANING TO MOVE 2 WAFIELD, NORTH CAROLINA. FROM NEW YORK I HAVE 751 CREDIT SCORE, BUT I HAVE NO INCOME FOR LAST YEAR, (I HAD A BABY) CAN I STILL BUY A HOUSE WITHOUT A GIANT INTEREST RATE?
what is more convenient for a small family to buy a house in la salle in San Francisco or Richmond?
we are a small family of there our son is just getting on kinder garden and we want to get our own place, but there is the hoa payment and is going to make this part a little difficult if increase or something…
we are a small family of there our son is just getting on kinder garden and we want to get our own place, but there is the hoa payment and is going to make this part a little difficult if increase or something…
future sale price of a waterfront lot on Lake Gertrude,m ount dora, fl 32757
no home on lot that is approximately 100x800...on a spring fed private lake
no home on lot that is approximately 100x800...on a spring fed private lake
can i buy a house as foreign investmentment?
want to buy 3 family home as a holiday home since i visit the country at least 4 times a year??
want to buy 3 family home as a holiday home since i visit the country at least 4 times a year??
List last 15 homes sold in Edgewater, FL with price & description
List the last 15 homes sold in Edgewater FL with price & descriptions
List the last 15 homes sold in Edgewater FL with price & descriptions
where is there 55 gated parks in ga?
would like to buy a manufacture home in a 55 gated community in ga
would like to buy a manufacture home in a 55 gated community in ga
How feasible is renting out a new, 1-story SF house in Providence? Any good management company to handle it?
I'm out of state
I'm out of state
Looking for a big SFH in DC Metro area at a bargain
I am looking for at least a 6 bedroom, 3 bath home in the washington, dc metro area that is under 1 mile from a metro station. Oh and that can be bought for $425k or less. Anyone know of such an opportunity?
I am looking for at least a 6 bedroom, 3 bath home in the washington, dc metro area that is under 1 mile from a metro station. Oh and that can be bought for $425k or less. Anyone know of such an opportunity?
I have a house on an acre. Given the current and future market would it be better to rent or sell?
House is in Warrenville and is a raised ranch on an acre lot. It will probably be considered a tear down given that there were other larger houses being put up in the neighborhood.
House is in Warrenville and is a raised ranch on an acre lot. It will probably be considered a tear down given that there were other larger houses being put up in the neighborhood.
Looking in Philadelphia and not sure where to start the bidding process.
My wife and i are looking to buy a house in Philadelphia, mostly downtown neighborhoods, bella vista, queens village, northern liberties, but are very skeptical about the housing market. There seems to…
My wife and i are looking to buy a house in Philadelphia, mostly downtown neighborhoods, bella vista, queens village, northern liberties, but are very skeptical about the housing market. There seems to…
What do you think re: AP Redev. Zone? Thoughts on buying in North Beach, Esperanza, or Wesley Grove?
Good time to buy? Which of the three offers the best value from a future appreciation point-of-view?
Good time to buy? Which of the three offers the best value from a future appreciation point-of-view?
Price difference for new construction
I'm looking for a condo in the Boston area, and as far west as the Brookline area. I am considering a new construction condo, what is the typical markup for a new construction condo? Assume that it is…
I'm looking for a condo in the Boston area, and as far west as the Brookline area. I am considering a new construction condo, what is the typical markup for a new construction condo? Assume that it is…
Value of homes with clermont chain of lakes access
Are homes with a private boat ramp & dock more to Clermont Chain of Lakes more valuable than homes without lake access?
Are homes with a private boat ramp & dock more to Clermont Chain of Lakes more valuable than homes without lake access?
Anyone know the public search site for the Jeffersonville, Indiana and Louisville, KY MLS's?
I'm looking at a small business there, and the possibility of buying a condo/townhome. Here in Nashville, there is a public version of the MLS, and the private which we Real-it-ters use, realtracs.com,…
I'm looking at a small business there, and the possibility of buying a condo/townhome. Here in Nashville, there is a public version of the MLS, and the private which we Real-it-ters use, realtracs.com,…
Why are houses selling so slowly in Twin Creeks, Cedar Park, Texas?
Cedar Park was supposed to be one of the fastest growing counties in Texas and yet I have noticed houses that are up for sale sitting for months with no buyers. What's happening?
Cedar Park was supposed to be one of the fastest growing counties in Texas and yet I have noticed houses that are up for sale sitting for months with no buyers. What's happening?
Can anyone tell me if there is a public search site for the Louisville, KY MLS?
In Nashville, we have the ReaI-it-ter verison (complete w/ acess to comps, tax info, days on market, etc), and then there is the public verison which is more limited. am looking at a business in Louisville,…
In Nashville, we have the ReaI-it-ter verison (complete w/ acess to comps, tax info, days on market, etc), and then there is the public verison which is more limited. am looking at a business in Louisville,…
Does a home in a subdivision with private boat ramp and dock amenities to chain of lakes add value?
Is a home in a subdivision with a private boat ramp and dock to Clermont Chain of Lakes more valuable than a home without these amenities?
Is a home in a subdivision with a private boat ramp and dock to Clermont Chain of Lakes more valuable than a home without these amenities?
Home Listing
My home was listed with Coldwell Banker Bain the first week of August. I can't understand why it has never appeared in Trulia. The listing website is http://www.cbbain.com/PropertyList.aspx?GroupID=26991499
My home was listed with Coldwell Banker Bain the first week of August. I can't understand why it has never appeared in Trulia. The listing website is http://www.cbbain.com/PropertyList.aspx?GroupID=26991499
Is this a good time to buy in Orange, CA?
I just made an offer (which was accepted) on a condo in Orange, California. It was listed initially at $385,000 in April 2007, and then dropped to $360,000 in August. I initially offered $315,000, and…
I just made an offer (which was accepted) on a condo in Orange, California. It was listed initially at $385,000 in April 2007, and then dropped to $360,000 in August. I initially offered $315,000, and…
Find a
I am looking for a real buyer agent to represent me and help me to search for investment properties. What are the indicators of a real buyer agent who wants to help me to find distress properties rather…
I am looking for a real buyer agent to represent me and help me to search for investment properties. What are the indicators of a real buyer agent who wants to help me to find distress properties rather…
Looking for a 1 or 2 bdrm condo in Highlands, NJ......
for investment purposes. Is anyone familiar with the current rental market/prices, so that I can assess if break even or cash positive is possible with such an investment?
for investment purposes. Is anyone familiar with the current rental market/prices, so that I can assess if break even or cash positive is possible with such an investment?
Are there any rentals in town? Or do I have to buy?
I want to rent an apartment. Are there any apartment communities?
I want to rent an apartment. Are there any apartment communities?
When buying a new home, is it wiser to use a real estate agent or to negotiate directly with the builder?
I am a first time home buyer and have heard that builders will sacrifice prices and give out huge incentives. I am not sure if I should attempt to deal with the builder directly or if I should use a real…
I am a first time home buyer and have heard that builders will sacrifice prices and give out huge incentives. I am not sure if I should attempt to deal with the builder directly or if I should use a real…
What is the outlook for the Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA?
I'm in the market for a home in the Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA in the 1.5-2.0M range. We have significant amount for down payment 50% , we're renting and continuing to saving up fast. What is your opinion…
I'm in the market for a home in the Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA in the 1.5-2.0M range. We have significant amount for down payment 50% , we're renting and continuing to saving up fast. What is your opinion…
Investment property (possibly Condo) in Chicago
I am looking for investment property which I can rent. What are some the potential neighborhoods to look at in Chicago. This is a long term investment (3 to 5 years)
I am looking for investment property which I can rent. What are some the potential neighborhoods to look at in Chicago. This is a long term investment (3 to 5 years)
New cabinets or new central air???
i have a beautiful home in dyer, indiana that i have had on the market for 4 months. the house is well received but there are a few things that could stand freshening. if given the choice of new central…
i have a beautiful home in dyer, indiana that i have had on the market for 4 months. the house is well received but there are a few things that could stand freshening. if given the choice of new central…
I'd like to buy a condo in Portland, Oregon but am not in a rush. Are prices slowly appreciating still?
I'm interested in a variety of possible locations in Portland and have heard great things about the Lake Oswego area. I'm looking for a 2-bedroom place
I'm interested in a variety of possible locations in Portland and have heard great things about the Lake Oswego area. I'm looking for a 2-bedroom place
Has anyone seen the article by Jim Cronin called "EPro is a tin foil badge?"
It's a very humorous read, and pretty accurate too! Would love to hear some feedback from some genuine EPros out there! You can find the article on the realestatetomato.com or try clicking on this link:…
It's a very humorous read, and pretty accurate too! Would love to hear some feedback from some genuine EPros out there! You can find the article on the realestatetomato.com or try clicking on this link:…
How do I find a number to the assocation for Island Estate Condos on Grosse Ile?
Trying to get in touch with the Assocation for Island State Condos on Grosse Ile
Trying to get in touch with the Assocation for Island State Condos on Grosse Ile
House flipping in NY/NJ/CT/PA
My friend and I are interested in buying foreclosed/low priced homes and flipping them. Since the market is slow/bad I would ask a more reasonable price for the home. Ie. If I buy for 50K foreclosed…
My friend and I are interested in buying foreclosed/low priced homes and flipping them. Since the market is slow/bad I would ask a more reasonable price for the home. Ie. If I buy for 50K foreclosed…
www.trulia.com/real_estate/Boise-Idaho/#voices shows 5 house sold in Jun-Jul. Is this data incorrect?
Also, where is a good place to find information on houses that sold?
Also, where is a good place to find information on houses that sold?
Is house flipping still profitable??
Me and a buddy are interested in trying to flip a house. We live near Norfolk, Va and like everywhere else housing market seems to be going down. Just wondering if there is still profit to be made in…
Me and a buddy are interested in trying to flip a house. We live near Norfolk, Va and like everywhere else housing market seems to be going down. Just wondering if there is still profit to be made in…
Is Saginaw, Tx a desirable area to live? would you live there.? How is the crime and the schools.?
I am looking to rent or buy in saginaw,tx. I heard the schools are very good and the crime is low. Do you know if Saginaw is a growing area are just staying the same.
I am looking to rent or buy in saginaw,tx. I heard the schools are very good and the crime is low. Do you know if Saginaw is a growing area are just staying the same.
name of builder that constructed 95% of the homes on watkins place 8535 tolleson az
the houses in the community on 85th,ave and lowerbuckeye at 8537 watkins what was the name of the builder. possible he built several other homes in that community.
the houses in the community on 85th,ave and lowerbuckeye at 8537 watkins what was the name of the builder. possible he built several other homes in that community.
Is there a duty to let a buyer know that work done was not permitted?
Does your answer change if I tell you this is my neighbor's house that is for sale? I think most would answer my inital question with an absolute, "ofcourse!" Now if I tell you that it's not my house does…
Does your answer change if I tell you this is my neighbor's house that is for sale? I think most would answer my inital question with an absolute, "ofcourse!" Now if I tell you that it's not my house does…
How reasonable is it to get a 15% reduction from list ($1.1M) after sitting for more than 6 months.
No other real offers for the house in that period.
No other real offers for the house in that period.
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