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San Marcos Real Estate - New Homes at Marketwalk in San Elijo Hills in San Marcos California - 02:10 AM
Buyers in the San Marcos real estate market are facing a market that is quite different than at the beginning of the year.
The inventory is down (only about 3 - 4 months worth for both detached and attached homes) and a lot of competition. 
Those buyers seeking new home construction … (11 comments)

Dear Ms First Time Buyer... - 05:40 AM
 
Dear Ms First Time Buyer...
   When you were referred to us....the lender who referred you qualified you for more money than you could ever afford...the loan and the lenders and programs he was trying to use would never have worked...we showed you that.
     We convinced the seller to … (35 comments)

Learning From Raccoons !?!?! - 06:16 AM
As I'm sure is the case most everywhere else, waste management...aka garbage collection...is a big issue in Toronto.
Waste Management In Four Streams
We manage our household waste by separating it into four streams.
Yard waste...garden trimmings, dead plants and leaves...but not lawn clippings (???)...are gathered in paper bags and … (17 comments)

Good faith deposits - How are they handled - 07:13 AM
Recently I've had this discussion with several agents and the executive director of the Maryland Real Estate Commission. There seems to be quite a bit of confusion over the issue. I realize each state is different so I'd be interested in hearing how this is handled elsewhere.
Maryland law requires the good … (29 comments)

Be careful of the bridges you burn - 11:54 AM
                                            
Maybe this wasn't something your parents ever said to you when you were little, but it was an often-used phrase in my home..."don't burn your bridges". 
It took me a while to get the hang of this.  Its especially hard sometimes.  That job you've been wanting to quit … (36 comments)


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Is Anyone Really Paying Attention To Your Listing Posts On Active Rain? - 12:04 AM
I would never Google anything to find properties. The only place I've ever looked is online with our MLS; not anywhere else.
The likelyhood that a potential buyer will find their next home on an Active Rain post is incredibly small. So small, that it raises the question, why do it?
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How to Save More Money when Rehabbing Houses - 12:04 AM
One of the most popular ways to invest in real estate is by rehabbing houses. Renovating fixer upper homes has captured the interests of many people because it offers a fun and interesting way to make a living. In addition, it allows them to spend more quality time with their … (0 comments)

Expanded tax credit enticing - Henderson mortgage applicants be advised - 12:05 AM
The drama is over for Las Vegas valley's - including Summerlin, Southern Highlands, Green Valley, North Las Vegas, Anthem and Mountain's Edge - residents. The first-time home buyer tax credit has been extended because many considered it a strong demand booster for the ailing housing market and more of the same … (0 comments)

Making Rehabbing Profits Through Private Money - 12:08 AM
Private money is a staple form of financing among rehabbers and other real estate investors. Also known as hard money, investors prefer this funding over traditional loans for many reasons.
A lot of investors use private money because is allows them to proceed with a deal without spending a single … (0 comments)

My Favorite Before and After Staging Photo Duo! - 12:09 AM
After having staged a few houses 35 of them since 2007, but whose counting?!  I picked this before and after as my favoite before and after for now.
 
This is a sun room bonus room living area before. As you can see it was being used for exercise, except as … (3 comments)

Funny Friday - Google Street View Guys - 12:09 AM
Funny Friday - Google Street View Guys

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New Home Inspection Licensing Classes at New York Institute of Technology - 12:10 AM
New Home Inspection Licensing Classes at New York Institute of Technology
140 Hour Program in Home Inspecting offerd at the NYIT Campus in Old Westbury, NY
Courses run and administerd by Bill C. Merrell, Ph.D.
i you wish a free brochure, go to www.merrellinstitute.com
or call 631-563-7720 and our brochure will … (2 comments)

What Is RainCamp™ - 12:11 AM
So you ask... What is RainCamp ?  Active Brad explains below...
Via Brad Andersohn ~ Community Manager (ActiveRain):
What Is Real Estate RainCamp™

Real Estate RainCamp™ is a full day Conference/Seminar that is packed with valuable content, presentations, and some of the most useful and applicable ideas and processes that you can … (4 comments)

Executive Rental Home In Marlboro NJ - 12:12 AM
Roy Giordano
Just Listed. Executive rental home in Marlboro New Jersey.

Executive Rental rental home in Marlboro NJ. A unique opportunity to lease a custom luxury home boasting 8000 sq. feet in desirable Marlboro. Huge Gourmet kitchen with Center Island and top of the line appliances. Grand Two Story Great … (0 comments)

Environmental Assessment Association - 12:15 AM
Environmental Assessment Association
http://www.assoc-hdqts.org/
   Environmental Assessment Association
The WORLD HEADQUARTERS OF THIS ASSOCIATION
(760) 327-5284  Extension 252Fax Number for all Associations listed below:
 Fax:  760-327-5631
Alternate Telephone Number/ Voice Mail (760) 650-9949
info@eaa-assoc.org 

 
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Must-Knows About Private Money - 12:15 AM
Private money can help you become a successful real estate investor, especially when you are just beginning in your career. But before you engage in transactions with lenders, here are some things you must know about private money.
Also known as hard money, this financing is ideal when it comes … (0 comments)

National Association of Real Estate Appraisers - 12:17 AM
National Association of Real Estate Appraisers
 National Association of Real Estate Appraisers 
The WORLD HEADQUARTERS OF THIS ASSOCIATION
(760) 327-5284  Extension 252Fax Number for all Associations listed below:
 Fax:  760-327-5631
Alternate Telephone Number/ Voice Mail (760) 650-9949
info@narea-assoc.org
http://www.assoc-hdqts.org/
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Latest Los Angeles Home Prices - 12:19 AM
I have been studying all the comparative market data across neighborhoods on the Westside, to see what the market is doing, year over year.  Here's one interesting graph to take a look at.  According to Zillow's Real Estate Market Reports calculated 11/2/09, Los Angeles home values were up 0.5% compared … (0 comments)

National Association of Review Appraisers/Mortgage Underwriters - 12:19 AM
National Association of Review Appraisers/Mortgage Underwriters
Official Address of all Associations Managed by NPS Inc.
810 N. Farrell Drive, Palm Springs, California, 92262
Direct Telephone and Fax Number for all Associations listed below:
Phone: 760-327-5284  ~  Fax:  760-327-5631
http://www.assoc-hdqts.org/
Brent Felstead, Executive Director  brent.felstead@assoc-hdqts.org
National Association of Review Appraisers … (2 comments)

Reasons Why Investors Need Hard Money Lenders - 12:20 AM
Having a hard money lender in your team can definitely improve your chances of succeeding in the real estate investing business. Because you have sufficient cash flow, you will be able to buy the property of your choice. It would also be much easier for you to act quickly in … (0 comments)

Housing Inspection Foundation - 12:21 AM
Housing Inspection Foundation
Official Address of all Associations Managed by NPS Inc.
810 N. Farrell Drive, Palm Springs, California, 92262
Direct Telephone and Fax Number for all Associations listed below:
Phone: 760-327-5284  ~  Fax:  760-327-5631
http://www.assoc-hdqts.org/
Brent Felstead, Executive Director  brent.felstead@assoc-hdqts.org
Housing Inspection Foundation
The WORLD HEADQUARTERS OF THIS … (3 comments)

Sixpenny Lane in Kings Deer, Monument, Colorado - 12:21 AM
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Association of Construction Inspectors - 12:22 AM
Association of Construction Inspectors
Official Address of all Associations Managed by NPS Inc.
810 N. Farrell Drive, Palm Springs, California, 92262
Direct Telephone and Fax Number for all Associations listed below:
Phone: 760-327-5284  ~  Fax:  760-327-5631
http://www.assoc-hdqts.org/
Brent Felstead, Executive Director  brent.felstead@assoc-hdqts.org
Association of Construction Inspectors
The WORLD HEADQUARTERS … (0 comments)

International RE Institute - 12:24 AM
International RE Institute
Official Address of all Associations Managed by NPS Inc.
810 N. Farrell Drive, Palm Springs, California, 92262
Direct Telephone and Fax Number for all Associations listed below:
Phone: 760-327-5284  ~  Fax:  760-327-5631
http://www.assoc-hdqts.org/
Brent Felstead, Executive Director  brent.felstead@assoc-hdqts.org
International Real Estate Institute
The WORLD HEADQUARTERS OF … (0 comments)

Just Listed! 4908 Kuykendall Road Charlotte NC - 12:25 AM
Just Listed!  4908 Kuykendall Road Charlotte NC  
 
 
*This stunning home is priced over $100K below market value!*  Trade-up** to this southern style luxury home in prestigious South Charlotte.  The large, open, spacious floorplan is perfect for entertaining.  You’ll feel right at home when you enter his stunning Hobart … (13 comments)

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