Renting & Real Estate - October 2006

My husband and I are moving out of our apartment in order to save up for a home. We just graduated University, and are moving in with his father.
We gave our landlord 2 months' notice, even though we were not on a lease. We had lived there for 3 and a half years.
Because of our financial problems (student loans!) we cannot come up with the full rent for tomorrow.
Do you think it is okay to give the landlord half the rent tomorrow, and the other half on the 10th, when we both get paid?
We are in a jam.

2006-10-31 07:51:46 · 6 answers · asked by Kipling 3

2006-10-31 06:59:38 · 8 answers · asked by Gaura 2

I need a few legal forms: for a rental agreement and a roommate agreement. Tried LawDepot.com; they're impossible. I feel certain that this is something which can be gotten for free.

2006-10-31 06:50:41 · 6 answers · asked by ladsmrt 3

I estimated the value at about $65 (very reasonable) for the food that spoiled when my fridge broke. They have replaced the fridge but I cannot just throw $65 worth of food away like that. I have politely asked my landlord to let me deduct it from this month's rent and we'll call it even. She told me to send her the list of what was thrown away and she would check with her insurance company to see how to handle it. Is she stalling? Shouldnt she already know how to handle this? Am I going to lose $65 bucks? Advice please!

2006-10-31 06:42:50 · 9 answers · asked by spkthetruth6 2

2006-10-31 06:34:39 · 15 answers · asked by helen p 2

its a one bed one bath condo in the northshore of IL. On the market for 149,900. Totally remodeled, granite, stainless steel appliances, pool, garage, great location. Would it be more beneficial to take it off the market and rent it for $900 if my mortgage and assessments equal $1240./month.
How can I refinance it without living there? I don't want a high interest rate that coincides with owning rental prop vers a home you live in? IS it overpriced?

2006-10-31 06:30:21 · 10 answers · asked by insight 2

Hi I was under to contract to buy a home in Southeastern PA.


I have been unhappy with my agent but felt forced to use thm.
I was under an exclusive buyer's agent contract with them that I signed under duress.
I say under duress because I had travelled 100 miles early one more to see house listed by the Real Estate agent.
She had me sign a bunch of forms and put pressure on me do it quickly.
I didnt understand at the time that I signed a form in small print that said that I was singing with her for 180 days and would have to give 30 days wrtten notice in order to dissolve the buyer's agent relationship. So I felt forced to use her....I foung one place and the deal fell thru because I found out their was extensive termite damage at last minute.
Next I found another home but wasnt happy with repairs needed (15k) Plus the sellers lied about age of heater/central air
My RE agent was so pushy for me to buy house anyway, she actually took pages from the new signed contract

2006-10-31 06:28:58 · 13 answers · asked by Leea 1

I am single, 52 yrs of age. I live near Montreal, in Quebec province, Canada. I was thinking of getting a modest place in the west end of Montreal. I have been on social assistance up until June, so that may be a disadvantage if the bank looks at my income report. I know nothing aobut real estate. What are some of the things I should be looking out for so I dont make the wrong decision ?

2006-10-31 06:22:42 · 3 answers · asked by Gaura 2

I know nothing about real estate. I am temporarily renting with friends. I was on welfare up until June, so that may not look so good to a bank manager, etc. ANy tips on the best way to do this ? Should I keep renting, and save up a larger amount to put down before puting something down ? Any suggestions will be helpful.

2006-10-31 06:19:18 · 5 answers · asked by Gaura 2

Been watching a lot of HGTV shows and whatnot. How hard is it to get into real estate investing?

I definitely have the credit to do get funded. I just don't know how to get started.

2006-10-31 06:12:27 · 4 answers · asked by do it movin' 1

I lived in an apartment 10 years ago with a roomate. Before moving it was to our understanding that we paid everything we owed. About 4 to 5 years later the apartment complex began sending me letters saying that my roomate and I owed
$1600 for rent that was upaid. There was actually a judgment placed on my credit report but I was able to dispute it and it was removed. I have been trying to get my credit in order and now everytime I pull my credit I notice that my old apartment complex has checked my credit as well and continues to send me bills that I don't owe but cant prove.

2006-10-31 06:10:11 · 2 answers · asked by Anthony R 1

What all is involved, how fast does the processs take. Also can you slow the process down, in order to sell my house that I am currently in...if not how can I slow it down if they accept my bid. Do you recommend getting the loan through the VA...as a Vendee. I am not a veteran, but somehow I have the option to get a VA loan, is this a good thing? Pros and Cons to this whole thing: buying a foreclosed VA home, and financing throught the VA. What would you recommend, also other suggestions. Also this house has some damage (garage door, half finish room additons, termite, and bath room water damage. ..and they are selling it as is...but it is not too bad of damage and it is in a very nice neighborhood.

2006-10-31 05:43:47 · 4 answers · asked by blazer 2

It is said that you should get a mortgage in principle before looking for a property. But does it mean that you can get back only to the lender who gave you the mortgage in principle? If you have found your desired house, can you find another lender?

2006-10-31 05:41:54 · 4 answers · asked by lankhai2006 1

Trying to locate a MobileHome Community in Marion County, OH area that will accept a 2000 14x80, Metal sided, metal roof home. In excellent condition, want ot move from the Columbus area.

2006-10-31 05:04:01 · 2 answers · asked by stutzmich 1

I need some really effective ways to market some rental homes and apartments. Any ideas will be appreciated!!

2006-10-31 05:00:19 · 4 answers · asked by dreamingtree821 1

2006-10-31 04:26:22 · 6 answers · asked by Jodie B 2

I live in California. Lately it seems no matter where I go, I see signs that read, "Will Buy Your Home For Cash" ... I've even see some TV ads and bumped into a website once. Ads stress that they'll buy any house in any condition for a "fair" price.

Does anyone have any info regarding these kinds of offers?

2006-10-31 04:15:23 · 6 answers · asked by mutt_buffer 3

2006-10-31 04:10:39 · 2 answers · asked by JAMES B 1

2006-10-31 03:54:49 · 6 answers · asked by annie d 1

2006-10-31 03:54:45 · 1 answers · asked by emminentnow 1

2006-10-31 03:47:21 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

I contacted my landlord about two weeks ago, there are mice getting into my refrigerater! I have four kids and we have to order out food for all of our meals, the house behind me was condemned and gutted out, so it seems they ran into our homes, now we are fighting to get them out the fridge is very old so they just made it there home, My landlord told me she was going to come switch it out for us but never called us back! Could I take portion of my rent money and buy a new refrigerater? whats the law im in PA

2006-10-31 03:20:25 · 4 answers · asked by takkeasha 2

2006-10-31 03:11:35 · 5 answers · asked by Emmanuel B 2

I read an ad about just taking over the payment of a home. No credit check or and deposit...just that month rental. Is this real or just another scam?

2006-10-31 02:52:25 · 6 answers · asked by luvladyblue 3

2006-10-31 02:40:11 · 2 answers · asked by c212@verizon.net 1

I took a loan out of my 401(k) to pay for part of my down payment, and for renovations for a co-op I am purchasing. My thought was to repay the 401(k) with a home equity loan, the thought being that the interest on the HEL is deductible, versus no deductiblility for the 401(k). Are there any restrictions about what a HEL can be used for?

2006-10-31 02:07:23 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

I know the previous tenents ar moving at this time. The arrangements of their rental agreement did not include direct contact with the landowner of this property. (!?!)

I could not have information provided by these former tenants.

2006-10-31 01:58:15 · 7 answers · asked by edde 1

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2006-10-31 01:52:58 · 3 answers · asked by pinky 3

wo days ago, someone made an offer to buy our old condo (hallelujah!!!) and we accepted. Just signed the papers today. Inspection should be a breeze. Settlement is in 6 weeks. On paper we are making a nice profit, but when taking into account the many months the property sat empty, 6% realtors' commission, and the local 1% transfer tax, we are just getting back our 20% down payment and the equity we've built up through mortage payments.

I learned a few lessions. First, don't buy a new home until you've sold your old one. Second, pick your realtor carefully. And third, if your home fails to get ANY offers for months, it's priced too high.

Anyway, as I was glorying in our salvation from our cash-flow problems, a sobering question started nagging me: do we owe tax on the sale of the condo?

2006-10-31 01:45:56 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

2006-10-31 01:23:45 · 6 answers · asked by NO money 1