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“This was a Battle Worth Fighting with an Underwriter”   We had a closing scheduled for Friday, at the famous 99th hour. The lender indicated they needed a new pay off of the existing mortgage. We had one for the month of November, so they said a new one is needed for December.   I contact... Posted 2 minutes ago

  The Carlos Guitarlos Band will be appearing LIVE @ The Liquid Kitty, 11780 West Pico Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90064 (one block east of Bundy) Sunday, December 8, 2013, 10:00PM (No Cover/21 & over)     The Carlos Guitarlos Band brings you Blues, Rhythm & Blues, Rock-N-Roll, Folk, Cajun, and de... Posted 9 minutes ago

North Kingstown Home for Sale No Longer - Pending Listing This one level ranch home at 46 Bayview Avenue in the coastal North Kingstown neighborhood of Mount View did not last long on the market.  Spacious with major upgrades done by the sellers, the new home buyers can not wait to have a home b... Posted 11 minutes ago

Pearl Harbor December 7th Too many, too young.  A grateful nation will never forget. Always a sad day for Americans.  Photo taken from the deck of the USS Missouri from my 2002 visit to Hawaii. I could see oil leaking from the ship, even in 2002, over 60 years after it was sunk.  The ship is ... Posted 12 minutes ago

A Christmas Confession... I have a confession… a Christmas confession to make,  however for those of you who are going to comment “Get a life” or “I never watch those things”,  just move on to the next member in the blogroll.  I don’t mean to seem rude, but I don’t want you to br... Posted 16 minutes ago

Massapequa NY 11758 Open House 12/7/13 - Open House - 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM This Massapequa New York House Is New To The Market And Sure To Please Click Here to View This Massapequa NY 11758 Open House In Detail  Click Here For Driving Directions to 57 Elm St., Massapequa, NY 11758 What should we ... Posted 19 minutes ago

Disputes over earnest money are a reality of real estate transactions and can be very emotional for either side of the transaction.  The release of earnest money is governed by the TREC form 1-4 contract and it's amendments. 1)  Buyers Failure To Obtain Financing The most common dispute are hom... Posted 20 minutes ago

Am I a producer or product? Guess you know an affirmation is coming down the road. As a person who likes to be in the lead I consider myself a producer. This comes with a level of responsibility that one must expect as part of the process. So, today's affirmation is: "I am a producer of my circum... Posted 21 minutes ago

This is Part Two of "Who Gets The Earnest Money Back". 3)  WHAT HAPPENS AFTER A DEMAND IS MADE? The title company will follow up with a notice of its own that written demand has been made and enclose a release form for signature. The release must be signed by all parties and their brokers. Alth... Posted 25 minutes ago

Are you like some buyers who think they can get a better price from someone selling their own house? Wrong! Sellers who are trying to save the commission that a Real Estate professional would charge are not looking to save you the buyer money.  In fact, you may pay more if the homeowner overpri... Posted 35 minutes ago

3028 Vidalia Court Dumfries, VA 22026 PW8234540 Beautiful home in sought after community w/ many amenities. Inviting two-story Family Room w/ gas fire place, Library, Hardwood floors ,Gourmet kitchen w/ Granite, Sunroom opens to fenced inback yard , backs to trees. Huge master w/ Luxury Bath and... Posted about 1 hour ago

Saturday Smiles-Those Eyes, Those Fabulous Eyes   Aren't Car Shows Fun? The owners have such a great sense of humor. This one was in Old Town in Orlando at their anniversary show. Old Town has classic car shows every week but this one was special. Hope you enjoyed your Saturday Smile.     Rece... Posted about 1 hour ago

3608 Serendipity Road Woodbridge, VA 22193 PW8235393 Well-maintained and well-priced Colonial for sale in popular Woodbridge-Stacys Ridge neighborhood. This award-winning floorplan boasts of high ceiling entryway, lovely wood floors, a gourmet kitchen, spacious bedrooms w/ huge master suite, roo... Posted about 1 hour ago

14413 Coachway Drive Centreville, VA 20120 FX8233102 Motivated seller! 5 bedrooms, 3 1/2 bath Colonial with fully finished basement w/ Wet Bar. Large deck with a screened in patio underneath great for entertaining. Newer HVAC (2009). Tax records do not show accurate square footage-this home is a... Posted about 1 hour ago

Palm Cove Golf and Yacht Club Open House December 8 Come and join us in this Palm Cove Golf and Yacht Club custom pool home in this prestigious Palm City, Florida Golf and Yachting community.  The open house will be on Sunday, December 8 from 1 to 4 PM. This Palm Cove Golf and Yacht Club Custom ... Posted about 1 hour ago

7407 Bethune Street Falls Church, VA 22043 FX8233180 Fixer upper in sought after Pimmit Hills, Needs some TLC. Being sold strictly "As Is". Great home with large family room addition, with 2nd bath and separate laundry room. Nice level lot. Good base to add second story, remodel existing space, o... Posted about 1 hour ago

Farmingdale 11735 Open House 12/7/13 - Open House - 12:20 PM - 2:30 PM This Farmingdale New York House Is New To The Market And Sure To Please Click Here to View This Farmingdale Open House In Detail      Click Here For Driving Directions to 67 Jerome Dr., Farmingdale, NY 11735 What should we... Posted about 1 hour ago

Home Prices in Rolesville NC 27571 for November 2013 Real estate market data for Rolesville, NC provided by Sharon Webb of Coldwell Banker Advantage Rolesville NC 27571 Home Prices   We have seen 11 straight months of listing price increases on home prices in Rolesville and don’t expect things... Posted about 1 hour ago

1008 Everett Court Fredericksburg, VA 22401 FB8234633 Are you looking for a home with LARGE Bedrooms? Well the upper level on this home was totally customized unlike any other in community. The home boasts hardwoods floors, granite counters, stainless appliances, gas cook-top, awesome breakfast ... Posted about 1 hour ago

7916 Carrie Lane Manassas, VA 20111 PW8233611 Nice home on private, flat 1+ acre lot in peaceful n'hood. Previously remodeled kitchen leads to screened porch. Lower Level has wood burning stove. Over sized garage and large driveway for parking. Good location near VRE, PW Pkwy & Old Town Manassas... Posted about 1 hour ago