Anna Brocco answered:
Im looking to buy in the North valley stream area? are there any short sales on the single family homes?
Consider working with an agent of your own; short sales are listed with brokers, however not all short sales are such great bargains, therefore don't overlook some traditional sales as
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Andrew Wilkinson answered:
Not really a question I live here & the date today is April 4th,2012 We kinda fixed the house a little so there is now 4 bathrooms and 7 bedrooms :)
Hi minni3nmickey421,
I'm Andrew Wilkinson a community manager here in Trulia Voices, and so can speak on Trulia's behalf.
Thanks for the heads up on the house update. The best way
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Anna Brocco answered:
The rent suggested (ex. 1,500.- mo.) Does that include utilities?
Depends some may, some may not--however most rentals don't include utilities.
Sarah Jackson answered:
Directly contacting seller's agent vs. hiring buyers agent?
Rainbow,
You've gotten good advice, and I will add to it with similar advice. You want an agent who will be objective in your purchase, and while agents are capable of being du
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Ryan McPartland: Mortgage Underwriter & Originator of 10+ Years answered:
are there any special mortgage or down payment requirements for a owner occupied 2 family house in ny?
I mention this only because I see you are discussing multifamily houses and FHA in the same posting. FHA guidelines change substantially if you move into the 3 & 4 unit multifamily
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Shane Milne answered:
why do some banks charge fees and others don't?
Each bank sets their fees to what they feel is competitive for the types of loans they are making to the market they are serving.
Not always, but often it has to do with service as b
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Fajardo Delacruz answered:
Can anybody recommend a good buyer's agent. We are looking for somebody who deals with Valley Stream area?
Dear Newhome
If you are thinking of buying a home, I can help to quickly find your property. I will also, handle all the details for you so that your property will close smoothy and pr
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Karla Harby answered:
WHAT IS A SHORT SALE. WHO MAKES THE FINAL DECISION ON THE SHORT SALE. HOW LONG CAN YOU BE IN A CONTRACT FOR (SHORT SALE)?
The New York Times did a nice article about short sales last summer. I include a link to that article on my blog about short sales. Here's the shortened link:
http://bit.ly/aIu
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Allen Bauman answered:
I GOING TO CLOSING NEXT WEEK. WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE ME.ANY TIPS ON WHAT TO ASK, EXPECT? THANK YOU.
Shoumick
You have been given good advice by the professionals on this site for quite some time now. If you have not used any of that advice by now you have wasted your time and the FRE
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Anna Brocco answered:
I live in New York and would like to apply for a first time home buyers grant to live in Florida, which state government grant forms do I apply for?
See link-- http://www.dos.state.fl.us/grants/index.cfm
If you haven't done so yet, consider visiting with any qualified loan officer(s)--see if you qualify for a mortgage of your
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Mr_real_estate answered:
what to look for when buying a home insurance.?
You will be required to purchase the policy before closing and provide proof to the lender the policy is in effect by the date of closing. You will also be required to add your lender
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Fajardo Delacruz answered:
What is the average maintenance cost for a coop in Valley Stream. I'm looking for a 1 bedroom or studio
Alaina
Each broad and complex will have deffrent maintenance.taxes and parking fees.
Desari Jabbar answered:
Thank you for your answers. I had a great inspector, he walked me through the whole inspection. Great experience. Nothing major that I need to worry.
Consider yourself lucky. Here's to a smooth transaction.
Best of luck to you!
Stephanie Kelley, ABR, CRS, GRI answered:
TODAY I GOING TO HAVE THE HOUSE INSPECTED. WHAT DO I EXPECT, WHAT TO LOOK FOR.?
The only thing that I can add to this is that if you are purchasing a newly constructed home, the cosmetic issues will apply. In fact since you will most likely be under warranty for t
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Scott Godzyk answered:
Now I'm ready to sign the contract. What is the fee for the attorney? What to look in the contract?
Attorney fee can vary from $200-500 hour and up. A good buyer broker can asisst you through the offer process and save you money, If it is a standard purchase and sales most items are s
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Janet M. Nation, CBR answered:
what do I do after they accept my offer.? what are the details I should carefully look in a contract before I sign.?
If your offer is accepted, the first thing you will need to do to is get an home inspection done. If there are any major concerns you can ask the seller, via the listing agent, to addr
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Debby Thompson answered:
what does it means by seller conceeessin? Is something that if worth doing when buy a house.?
When making an offer to purchase an home the seller is looking at the bottom line. What are they going to net out of the offer. Seller concession is when you are asking the seller to pa
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Robin Silverberg answered:
I'm interested in buying a home, but who can i trust for a loan approval.
Arlynn, thanks for the recommendation. Gioconda, I will definitely return your call today, but one small correction on the phone number, 516-972-1687.
Arlynn, as well as all other
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Ralph Windschuh answered:
Do I need and attorney to sell my co-op?
There is no law that says you have to have an attorney to sell. However, on Long Island, in NYC and pretty much all the way up to Albany, attorneys are used when selling. Because your
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Candi Rosenthal answered:
Currrently in loan mod process which dropped my credit score to 630. I want to sell and buy another house. Is this possible, or should I wait?
Hi Cynthia! You have asked a question(s) that require many additional questions to be answered by you!
However, I believe I can safely say without asking you any questions, no, you ca
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