Renting & Real Estate - January 2007

2007-01-07 13:48:45 · 10 answers · asked by michael m 2

My husband and I are thinking to relocate to Houston because of the cheap housing market. We know nothing about Houston and would like to live in a nice area. We do not have jobs yet so its up in the air.

Also what big companies does Houston have?

2007-01-07 13:30:48 · 4 answers · asked by Maria 1

2007-01-07 13:15:48 · 11 answers · asked by Tom M 1

2007-01-07 12:43:57 · 6 answers · asked by Dawn B 1

2007-01-07 11:42:12 · 5 answers · asked by bboyballer112 2

The renter will pay for all utilities. So who's name should the bills be in? Phone, gas, elec, etc. Would the utility company allow the bills to be put in the renters name? The condo is in New Jersey?

2007-01-07 11:10:09 · 3 answers · asked by Mavrik 2

My husband and I currently rent, everyone says that it is silly to rent rather than buy but we keep thinking about it and I do not see how it is. The average house payment in our area is $750.00. Our rent is $400. Lets say that if we payed 750 for 30 years it will cost $270,000. In 30 years we will be 60 with our home paid off. As long as we do not remortgage like most people do. Now if we pay with respects that rent will rise. Lets say $650.00 for 30 years we will pay $234,000. Also, if you figure in 2,000 a year for house repairs if we buy. This comes to a total of $96,000 more to buy then rent in 30 years, which I understand that you would own it but if you were renting with that extra $96,000 that you save in 30 years you could rent for 13 more years. This would put my husband and I at 73 years old. All of this does not include property taxes and home insurance. After remortgaging 2 times my folks owed 100,000 on there home when they divorced after 30 years. Cheaper, how?

2007-01-07 10:34:20 · 14 answers · asked by curious 2

I really want to get a kitten. But my Apartment Office requires a $400 deposit and $200 is refundable. I don't have that kind of cash. In my last apartments I had a little dog without paying the deposit. They only found out when I had to put the dog on the patio over night one weekend. If I got a Cat, here in my new place(which is a much bigger property), how would they know if I kept the cat inside. Cat's don't make a lot of noise like dogs.

2007-01-07 10:27:01 · 11 answers · asked by **What??** 4

I want to find the best sate to buy or build a home. What state is the cheapest . Also, what state is the best buy for your money?

2007-01-07 10:22:40 · 2 answers · asked by Lov_B_Ball 1

ive just recently moved into my own apartment at the end of october 2006 and every since i moved in i have had nothing but headaches the first day that i moved in the apartment unit that i was told that i was going to be living in they change it to another unit that was a total dump!!!! the carpet was nasty with marks all on it the walls was not painted broken kitchen drawers stove not working properly dishwasher comes out the wall window wouldnt lock mildew and the first month that i was there my bathroom celing started leaking and i just wanted to know can i request another unit immediately and if not can i break my lease without being liable or if all fails could i just go to another apartment and try to move there before i get a bad name from the apartment that im currently at

2007-01-07 10:15:58 · 4 answers · asked by nene68 1

ive just recently moved into my own apartment at the end of october 2006 and every since i moved in i have had nothing but headaches the first day that i moved in the apartment unit that i was told that i was going to be living in they change it to another unit that was a total dump!!!! the carpet was nasty with marks all on it the walls was not painted broken kitchen drawers stove not working properly dishwasher comes out the wall window wouldnt lock mildew and the first month that i was there my bathroom celing started leaking and i just wanted to know can i request another unit immediately and if not can i break my lease without being liable or if all fails could i just go to another apartment and try to move there before i get a bad name from the apartment that im currently at

2007-01-07 10:12:10 · 4 answers · asked by nene68 1

I know the answer should be "Absolutely Not" but here's why I ask. I currently rent a 2 bedroom apartment for myself, my wife, and my 2 boys (9 & 5 in age) in CA. The kids are getting to the age that they need more space. Renting a 3 bedroom apartment in the area where we currently live will cost an additional $250-$350 a month bringing our rent to $2200+. Rent continues to rise at a rate greater than my annual work raise, among other expenses, making saving money difficult. If I took $100K+from the 401K I wouldn't have to pay any early withdrawal penalty since the withdrawal is for a first-time home purchase. Yes, 20% is held for taxes. I am 34 and the company I work for matches contributions. I can grow the 401K with ease by the time I plan to retire. With a FIXED (not exotic) house payment, I'll be able to contribute at a greater percentage in future years. I need the large down payment to achieve an affordable mortgage. Advice, NOT SOLICITATIONS FOR BUSINESS, is appreciated.

2007-01-07 09:22:52 · 7 answers · asked by BustedDreams 3

I helped my parents refinance their home a few years ago, and now I want to buy my own place. Will I still qualify for a first time home loan?

2007-01-07 09:20:23 · 4 answers · asked by Brien86 2

Should I stop payment on my rent check since the socalled land lord knew that the previous owners were rewarded back the mobile home.

2007-01-07 09:19:34 · 2 answers · asked by gloria C 1

2007-01-07 09:10:13 · 2 answers · asked by KRISTY H 1

How much land=a buildable plot? Does it differ by state-I am in MA.Can I do the paperwork myself? How much will the process cost?

2007-01-07 08:16:01 · 4 answers · asked by ? 5

What is a 228 mortgage? What should I know about it? Is it a good thing?

2007-01-07 08:06:30 · 4 answers · asked by ajhundley3 2

example, a 139,000 home going for 2,128

2007-01-07 07:59:51 · 2 answers · asked by chelsy200 1

2007-01-07 07:54:41 · 1 answers · asked by gareth j 1

My 5 year fixed mortage is up and I only have 9 years to go, any good deals out there.

2007-01-07 07:37:19 · 4 answers · asked by Griefy 1

2007-01-07 07:25:20 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

When there is no lease, how much notice should a landlord give a tenant notification that they must vacate a building? The tenant has been in this building for about 6 years but never wanted to sign a lease. I now have another company that wants to move in which will work out better for us in the long term.

2007-01-07 07:11:57 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous

I smell a rat heres the email see what you think or if you have heard of any property scams particularly from nigerians please let me know. I may be wrong so please help.

Message: Good Day


I am Mr ------, i work in a construction
company in USA were my company i work for moved me
to Nigeria and other team worker to construct a
road.



Now we are almost true with it and i which to
relocate to UK for a break in which i need to buy
your house (Large Semi-detached House in -------


Kindly email me on how i will go about buying
this because i wanna start making up with the
payment.



Email me back soon............

2007-01-07 07:08:57 · 17 answers · asked by fld14 2

My sister lives in housing in Illinois. Her lease states that they must give 24 hour notice to enter her apartment unless it is an emergency, but they do not abide by this. She will come home to see a note on the counter from maintenance saying they had been inside for this or that. At a recent meeting the head of maintenance was asked about this, his exact words were, "living in housing the residents have no privacy" This appalled me, I dont care where you live you have a right to have the landlord abide by the terms of the contract. What recourse does she and the other tenants have?

2007-01-07 06:46:15 · 6 answers · asked by nanato5 2

i want to find out if there is currently a mortgage owed on the property located at 529 worthville rd. randleman, nc. 27317

2007-01-07 06:29:53 · 1 answers · asked by herd 3 1

Both loans are for 125,000
30 year fixed interest only 6.125%
30 year fixed 6%

Which is better? Pro's and con's would be helpful.

Expert opinions please.

Save your time and mine with responses like"my ex brother-in-laws neighbor got a deal like this......"
Thanks

2007-01-07 05:30:16 · 3 answers · asked by x98lbwuss 2

per my understanding, home owners must have flood insurance in Tampa bay area, but is it required for renters? Who is responsible for the damage to the apartment in case of flooding?

2007-01-07 04:45:04 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-01-07 04:42:50 · 2 answers · asked by Erin M 1

Whats the legal notice period for the vendor of my house to remove belongings from the garage? There is various items in there such as household items etc. There was nothing mentioning these items in the contract.

2007-01-07 04:06:22 · 2 answers · asked by Tabbie 3

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2007-01-07 03:30:27 · 4 answers · asked by mamank 1