Renting & Real Estate - March 2007

Problem: A tennant discovers the gas utility meter has been assigned to the wrong unit and advises the Landlord/ Mgmt.Co.Nothing was done to correct this error by the landlord, and tennant contacted Gas Utility herself, explaining the problem.
Gas Utility comfirms unit 'A' was incorrectly being charged to Unit 'B'. The error was made during const.of site. 'A', who uses little gas each month, bill was going to "B" and "B" going to 'A'/// 'B', kept the windows open and the gas heater on all winter, using more gas each month. At 6 years before being noticed by the tenant, (72 months), this could add up to be a substantial amount of money, for a retired, fixed income person by refund to A, & bill to B.
Since the Mgmt. Co/Landlord, did not respond to written requests by the tennant, except "buy an elec. htr" Who is at fault/liable? Mgmt Co., for not following the policy of 'contact them for any help', and doing nothing?
or the Gas Co. who came asap&fixed it ? My Mom&I thankyou

2007-03-13 13:05:35 · 6 answers · asked by laughing_is_easy 2

2007-03-13 12:39:42 · 7 answers · asked by LESLEY W 1

am lost and felt like i have been lied too by my mortage company. In 04 we bought a townhome for 184k had 2 loans, 1 for 140k that is a ARM and other for 45k. august of 05 we were approached by Countrywide that has our 1st loan telling us we have a value of 230k and you have about 35k in usable equity. We had about 25k in medical debt for my kids hospital bill. They suggested to roll that in with my 35k second. The selling point was to clear those payments to get ready to refinance my 1st which is a ARM to a fixed plan. Now i am getting these rate hikes now have a 10percent on my first and the payments are killing us. I went to countrywide to refinance, check my credit was 700, my income was fine. Then they send out a apparisal,came in at 195k, countrywide told me i cannot do anything. I hired my own appraiser came up with the samething, but he told me the property should have never been appraised at 230k when i took out the HELOC should

2007-03-13 12:39:00 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-03-13 12:26:41 · 9 answers · asked by LESLEY W 1

My fiance and I have signed a contract on a new townhouse and with a few months until settlement, we are wondering if putting ~5% down, after closing costs, is even worth the money we will save on our mortgage. Should we do no money down and use all that we've saved to upgrade and furnish the home instead?

2007-03-13 12:08:20 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

I and my husband are considering relocating across the country. We know nothing (practically) about the state/area where we want to move, except demographics, geology, etc.
What is the best way to find out about an area honestly? A realtor could sell you anything if they're good, even really horrible neighborhoods can be sold like gold.
We are thinking northwest US.

2007-03-13 11:33:45 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

My partner and i have a office space problem. We are planning a move into another location and both of us want the larger office. I will be paying a larger portion of the rent, but the office will be more convenient to my home and in general my business will occupy more space as a whole. Looking for suggestions, construction will not be a solution.

2007-03-13 11:24:31 · 4 answers · asked by john s 1

how do they work?

2007-03-13 11:20:12 · 5 answers · asked by Dan P2222 1

That you have the seller pay the closing cost..For instance, you offer someone what they are asking for the home and ask them to pay 6% toward your closing costs (most lenders allow up to 6% to be paid by the seller). Let's say your purchase price is $100,000, the seller can pay up to $6,000 towards your closing costs and prepaids (taxes and insurance). Your closing costs will not add up to this much, so you actually get into the house without any money out of pocket.



Does this sound right??

2007-03-13 11:11:47 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

I am a sales exec selling B2B and have been invited to go for an interview at Foxtons, the estate agent as a negotiator. Any one work for them and give me an honest insight? their website looks great and it sounds great, but i like to make sure. Also any tips on how to impress at the interview, i have good interview techniques already, but anything relevant to Foxtons would help, thanks.

2007-03-13 10:54:27 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

We've just accepted an offer on our 1 bedroom flat for 280K (we bought it for 134K!) So we have a healthy deposit. We're looking to move areas in London and to get a 2 bedroom flat between 330-390K this wouldn't be at the very top of our budget buts it's pretty damn close!
Are we mad to be buying at the moment?
Should we just be selling and the renting to see if the market drops..but this could take a couple of years of it rising and then we can't jump in at the same point.
So many people say the market will increase, but surely this level can't be sustainable?
And will it crash soon or will interest rates take a big leap up to calm the market and to cover for all the people going bankrupt?
It's all so scary! I just wanted to know what other people were thinking. Thank you so much

2007-03-13 10:44:47 · 6 answers · asked by DS12221 3

where would i go online to find house foreclosers in the harrison, arkansas area that you do not have to pay a membership fee to look at the houses and/or the prices of the houses

thanks a bunch

2007-03-13 10:21:26 · 2 answers · asked by christie D 2

2007-03-13 10:04:33 · 3 answers · asked by ANGELA I 1

2007-03-13 10:03:00 · 2 answers · asked by janelle o 1

I live in a residential area of Venice Ca. This street has huge lots on it. The neighbor has taken his house and chopped it into many little rooms. The way he gets away with it is by having a central kitchen and bath so when the inspector comes he does not see any violations. There are about 7 tenant cars from this property. He has about 7 cars of his own as well as 2 boats and a large camper (with tenants). The cars are all in the street (now one of the boats). I wrote to our councilman, the housing dept. and building and safety. NONE have been able to do anything. It is getting worse and worse. I have thought of prefrential parking permits but don't know if that will handle )he can just get permits for all). It is not fair that we live in million and a half dollar homes and have to put up with an apartment in the middle of the block. Sometimes we have to park way down the street and walk. I just don't know what to do (legally). He is an attorney and just does not give a ****.

2007-03-13 09:52:08 · 1 answers · asked by artguy90291 2

an apartment for around $1000.00 a month in some part on Korea Town. Do you know what the nicest area of this area is? I am white, will my nationality be a problem there?

2007-03-13 09:49:54 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

My roommate and I are on a one year rental lease. In a few months he might move out with his girlfriend which would be considered breaking the lease. Is there a legal way to transfer his lease to a new roommate??

2007-03-13 09:46:14 · 5 answers · asked by lysamarie 2

2007-03-13 09:43:54 · 2 answers · asked by bevlee729 1

Subprime loans are getting all the blame right now, but it seems to me that the core problems in real estate are the prices. All of the "flipping" of the last several years created artificial demand in the market place resulting in super inflated prices. The market is beginning to correct with a "real" demand that will in turn force home prices down to levels that reflect true market value. Once home prices correct to levels that are more in line with incomes we will see a stabilization in the real estate market. My next question, where's the bottom?

2007-03-13 09:38:54 · 8 answers · asked by ashtonk 1

We are first time home buyers and are starting to research banks for loans. Because I have never done this, I don't know if we should plan on applyng together or if one of us is enough. Our credit ratings are very similiar and both good. What are the advantages/disadvatages to this? What do couples typically do?

2007-03-13 09:35:19 · 7 answers · asked by Stacy K 1

2007-03-13 09:11:46 · 6 answers · asked by Deevah 2

I co-signed for someone on an apt. and I got burnt. SHeriff came on the same day that I found out-too late for me to do anything. The person that I helped skipped town and did not ay for almost 6 months. What can I do to fix this or have this erson pay me/apt for all that money that he owes?

2007-03-13 09:04:17 · 4 answers · asked by Summer 1

My husband and I are in the process of buying our first home. We have found a house that is great for us in many regards: right size, right neighborhood, right schools, super comfortable, and perfect size for a growing family. And, the price is right. But we're concerned: the house still has its original furnace and central AC (house was built in 1968) and the roof is 17 years old. How worried should be be about this? If they refuse to address it, is it worth walking away over? Any help is welcome.

2007-03-13 09:01:20 · 7 answers · asked by lawyagrl 1

Hi, I am looking to move out on my own. I work in Newark, NJ and makes about $50,000 a year. However, given the high real estate/rental price in NJ, I am having trouble finding a place (I figure I can only spend $1,200 a month for rent). Anyone has suggestion as where is the best place to live in the area? I am in my late 20s and single. I am having trouble finding roommates to share costs too. This is really a terrible situation. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

2007-03-13 08:57:23 · 5 answers · asked by Jay 2

2007-03-13 08:51:48 · 1 answers · asked by hi 1

I'm planning on moving out of my house soon and into a one bedroom apartment... i'd say roughly 550 square feet.

We were wondering what the average payments for all the bills would be. Also, I am kind of new at all of this, so i was wondering certain things.

Is the A/C connected to the electric bill? And what is the gas bill? is that the heater and water heating?
and how much more do you think it will cost if we have a washer and dryer in our apartment?
we live in texas and it is hot from march-november.

thank you =)

2007-03-13 08:51:17 · 4 answers · asked by tootsfloat4 1

Hello everyone. I have a room in my house, and it is free now. I would like to rent it out, but i am quiet concern of my rights, as a owner.
Can anyone give me some suggestions? Also, any related web page?
Thanks in advance

2007-03-13 08:41:21 · 3 answers · asked by Ian W 1

Ofcourse it was never true to start out with cause signing on to a mortgage IS NOT HOME OWNERSHIP!

2007-03-13 08:40:44 · 9 answers · asked by bulabate 6

looking to move to Fernley. Need to rent a 2/3 bedroom, 2 bath preferred, must have garage and allow dog. Not alot of $$$ to deal with

2007-03-13 08:24:36 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous

Can I call my tenant at her work to ask about rent when it is overdue? She is chronically late and will never answer her home phone. I have her office phone and fax. Am I allowed to contact her via her work phone or fax?

2007-03-13 07:56:56 · 2 answers · asked by Whitter 2