Renting & Real Estate - February 2007

2007-02-08 05:25:38 · 6 answers · asked by nicola b 1

I have recently purchased a terraced property where the bathroom is downstairs, upstairs there is 3 bedrooms although one is quite small and located off the main bedroom, if I turn this into an ensuite will this devalue the property as now it would only be a 2 bedroom house?

2007-02-08 05:23:43 · 11 answers · asked by Gino G 1

2007-02-08 05:18:34 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-02-08 05:03:51 · 2 answers · asked by Jessica D 1

i'm from the south. my husband is military and is from boston. we will be permanently residing in massachusetts this year. by then i will have my agent certification in texas, but will have to become certified there.
my question to y'all: how is the real estate business doing there? with the exception of boston, what other towns are quickly expanding? any advice is appreciated! thank you and stay warm!

2007-02-08 04:51:32 · 2 answers · asked by portuguese_tease 2

We are looking to rent a home in the Boston area. We are looking for a great family environment, excellent schools and something close to public transportation for a quick commute to downtown. We know virtually nothing about the area. HELP!!

2007-02-08 04:11:58 · 4 answers · asked by Andi R 2

I'm pretty sure mine is terrible, but I want an unbiased list to evaluate her.

2007-02-08 04:04:34 · 7 answers · asked by JoeIQ 4

I'm looking to buy a house. My agent wants us to sign a Buyer Agency agreement where I pay her a retainer and a "success fee" when we buy a house. I was pretty clear that the agent always makes their money from the commission the seller pays. That's been the way we've seen it in the past. Is this a new trend or do I need to get a new agent fast?

2007-02-08 03:46:06 · 5 answers · asked by hrland 3

I want to buy my parent's house for 95000 but the house was appraised at 266000. I am trying to do a purchase contract. Is it possible to put the selling price as 200000 and that they are giving me a gift of equity of 105000 or do I have to stay as close to the appraisal number?

2007-02-08 03:43:34 · 6 answers · asked by flaca 1

I'm looking for a 3-4 bdrm country home in southern Iowa for sale. The cheaper it is the better! Under $80,000. Hoping for a private sale on contract if possible. Please contact me as soon as possible. If you know of any sights that I can post or legitamate sites to search, let me know. If you have a place availble that fits the criteria, Please let me know! Thank you!

2007-02-08 03:22:41 · 5 answers · asked by Sara D 1

I just want to know if seeing the inside of the house on the website is actually helpful or not for the seller. Thanks

2007-02-08 02:38:34 · 10 answers · asked by T R 1

If a landlord ask for first and last months rent plus an extra month and a security deposit when would my first payment be due? Also does anyone else think this is a bit extreme?

2007-02-08 02:09:17 · 9 answers · asked by cherish 1

My fiance has a drug problem and I want him out of my house but he's on the lease. How do I get him off? Our lease is up in March but I need to get him out NOW! Is there anything I can do?

2007-02-08 01:53:47 · 7 answers · asked by Heather 1

Because our landlord is increasing the rent because of this reason.

2007-02-08 01:32:36 · 1 answers · asked by johnie walker 1

OK here goes. My electric bill has been 8.00 - 9.00 for the past year. I have had someone to come out and check my box to make sure that it was not stuck and running right. (I live in an apartment) The tech said it was OK and I got a letter to verify it.
I found out last week that my neighbor upstairs has the same bill.
Am I going to be responsible for the money owed when the meter adjusts itself?

2007-02-08 01:20:16 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

Our credit sucks but rental history ok as is job stability. We can only afford at most 600.00 month and have absolutely no money to put down. I owned a home when I married my current spouse but lost it in 2004. So I don't qualify for first time buyer but does my husband? He wasn't on mortgage but we had married.

2007-02-08 01:05:43 · 7 answers · asked by jamie d 1

are there any advantages to a reverse mortgage and if so ,, what are they.

also can a home owner with poor credit qualify??

2007-02-08 01:01:52 · 6 answers · asked by moham 1

2007-02-08 00:41:30 · 3 answers · asked by shell 1

we got a construction loan on our house in november and we had a appraisal about 3 weeks before we got the loan because it was required now they are saying that they want another appraisal and that we have to pay for it does anyone know if they are allowed to do this?

2007-02-08 00:11:04 · 2 answers · asked by melissa_faye_ca 1

what would you do with it?

2007-02-07 23:58:01 · 3 answers · asked by bboyballer112 2

Question for UK readers only

2007-02-07 23:20:51 · 21 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-02-07 22:46:07 · 3 answers · asked by Fuad G 1

My wife and I are searching for our first home, but have come to realise we probably can't afford exactly what we want.
We have no kids at present, but may start a family in a couple of years. We plan to live in the home for 4-5 years, then hopefully buy another home and rent the first one. For our needs - and to maximise rental interest down the track - what is it best to compromise on? Lot size (ie 320m2 instead of 450m2)? Number of bedrooms (ie 3 rather than 4)? Number of bathrooms (ie 1 rather than 2)? Location (ie closer to highway)? Anything else?

2007-02-07 22:38:00 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have heard rumors that a 4 year degree from a college will be required to receive a real estate license after Oct. 2007. Is this true?

2007-02-07 20:31:15 · 2 answers · asked by explicted1 1

My fiance and I (both 18, living in Australia) finally got approved for a house (renting) and we move out in two days! It is so sudden and now I wonder if we can cope. Emotionally, I know we can. We're a strong couple who've been together for over 3 years and work so well (same goals too). I earn less (I'm a University Student as well - very demanding course) and he works full time. Together we earn $650 per week. Our rent is $250/week. Can we afford this alongside transportation costs, electricity, mobile phones bills, internet, groceries, etc?

I am beginning to feel worried. According to my budget we can afford it (but we'd be tight). What is your opinion. Please only give helpful feedback!

Thank you in advance.

2007-02-07 20:29:09 · 7 answers · asked by racheoussl 2

Current stats:
Rent-$535
Water/Trash-$30
Electric-$70
Required Rental Insurance-$20
TOTAL:$655 per month/$7860 per year

Stats for different apt:
Rent-$430
Water/Trash-Included
Electric-$70(smaller place,no icemaker or dishwasher to use,window AC/heating units so we can use better climate control,but washer/dryer connections which we don't have now)
Rental Insurance-not required
TOTAL:$500 per month/$6000 per year

We're currently living in an apartment that is as much as we're willing to pay for an apartment.It's nice,but not one of the overly pretty brand-new complexes in town.The next one bedroom apts up from this one cost $700-900.One step lower that we'd be willing to live in(not drug infested,rundown)would be the apt for $430.We're wanting to save to buy a house hopefully in the next 5 years. Question:Is the $1860 savings per year worth moving to a slightly smaller apartment & going through all the stresses(financially,mentally,physically) of a move?

2007-02-07 19:00:39 · 10 answers · asked by Keruma 2

2007-02-07 18:27:47 · 6 answers · asked by unknown 3

I own 4000 sft of commercial area in the heart of chennai in a commercial building. I would like to run it as a business centre. Kindly give me inputs as how to run the same.

2007-02-07 18:15:52 · 1 answers · asked by rajivapunjabhi 2

I have enough savings to do an outright purchase of a newly completed house in India whereas the other option is to take loans for that amount for 10 years. What should I do ? If I am a conservative investor which option would you advise. Should I go for a loan or should I do an outright purchase ?

2007-02-07 18:08:46 · 6 answers · asked by msrv2005 1

2007-02-07 17:37:28 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous