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How to Snag a Deal on a Foreclosure or Short Sale

Octavion — Wed, 06 Jul 2011 20:37:00 +0000

How to Snag a Deal on a Foreclosure or Short Sale July 4, 2011, Reuters Opportunities to buy foreclosed — or soon-to-be foreclosed — luxury homes are on the rise. But watch out for the pitfalls that could sour what seems like a sweet deal…(read more)

Existing-Home Sales in 2011 and Beyond

Research Commentary from REALTOR.org. — Wed, 06 Jul 2011 16:01:41 +0000

Chief Economist Lawrence Yun discusses his forecast for existing-homes sales, which will experience a slight increase.

Second Homes: Who’s Buying and Why

Research Commentary from REALTOR.org. — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 20:43:00 +0000

Join us July 6 to find out what the latest Investment and Vacation Home Buyers Survey says about buyer and property characteristics, financing and much more.

Typical REALTOR® Had 8 Transactions

Research Commentary from REALTOR.org. — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 18:19:17 +0000

According to the 2011 Member Profile, brokers and broker associates typically had 10 transactions in 2010, while sales agents typically had seven.

Despite Fears, Owning Home Retains Allure, Poll Shows

joelc — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 16:49:00 +0000

Despite Fears, Owning Home Retains Allure, Poll Shows The New York Times — June 29, 2011 Owning a house remains central to Americans’ sense of well-being, even as many doubt their home is a good investment after a punishing recession. Investors…(read more)

Pending Home Sales Turn Around

Research Commentary from REALTOR.org. — Wed, 29 Jun 2011 15:06:37 +0000

(June 29) Pending home sales rose strongly in May with all regions experiencing gains from a year ago.

Inaccurate Display Info

Tdroney — Tue, 28 Jun 2011 19:23:56 +0000

I have noticed several properties listed as for sale or bank owned, etc, and after checking other sources I find that the property is not for sale, as well as other incorrect information. This is not acceptable and I end up wasting a lot of time following up on properties I find on RealtyTrac.
I am thinking of stopping my subscription. I don't know how often the data is updated, but there are items that have been listed as bank-owned and for sale for months, and I know they are not. What is the point in paying for info that is incorrect?

-Tim

U.S. Home Prices Rise, Lifted by Spring Buyers

joelc — Tue, 28 Jun 2011 16:51:00 +0000

U.S. Home Prices Rise, Lifted by Spring Buyers Associated Press — June 28, 2011 Home prices in major United States cities have risen for the first time in eight months, lifted by an annual flurry of spring buyers. Short sales, foreclosures taint…(read more)

Bank-Owned Buyer Survival Skills: Outwit, Outlast, Underbid

Joel Cone, Staff Writer — Tue, 28 Jun 2011 07:00:00 +0000

Three expert REO buyers from three different parts of the country share their strategies and secrets for successfully finding and buying bank-owned bargains — whether listed or not listed.

Foreclosed Home Is a Risky Move for Homeless Family

joelc — Mon, 27 Jun 2011 17:45:00 +0000

Foreclosed Home Is a Risky Move for Homeless Family New York Times — June 25, 2011 In a giggly voice, a small homeless girl with blue-framed glasses chased her younger brother and sister around the front porch of a long-deserted two-flat on the…(read more)