Archive for February, 2009


What real estate companies hire people with no experience, and help to get there License for free?

Dusty1986 asked: I want to get my real estate licenses, but I don’t have time to go to school. I would rather work for a company that will train me. If not, how do I go about getting my licenses in the least amount of time as possible?Howard County real estate

How can I get a loan to buy real estate?

sralewing asked: I don’t have enough up-front cash to pay for real estate but I’d like to buy some property. Are there loans I can get, or should I finance it directly with the seller?Commercial Real Estate San Diego

How can a lawyer in Pennsylvania get their real estate license?

J.B asked: Someone told me that if you are already lawyer in Pennsylvania, all you have to do to get a real estate license is sign a paper stating that you understand the real estate practices in the state. Is this true? If so, is there a web site that explains it further? [...]

What exactly does a real estate investor do?

Curious In California asked: I’ve always thought that a real estate investor just bought houses, fixed ‘em up, and sold them for more money or something of that sort.
Am I completely off the mark?Boston real estate

what can you sue an s corporation for if they have no real assets such as property or equipment?

jack b asked: this question portains to the fact that i own a s corp . it is a small auto shop . 2 employees total . in the state in which i live you dont have to have workers comp insurance unless you have more that 3 employees. last week one of my emplyees [...]

What would be good conditions when looking for an investment property?

Brian G asked: I want to start off with a four unit apartment building and use that as leverage to attain more properties. What statistics should I look for that will shoot out a red flag of interest to make them the most appealing, cap rate, operating expenses, taxes, etc…? I want to [...]

How much does landscaping actually raise property value?

wyldflwr34 asked: I bought a house a year ago, since then I’ve added landscaping.
Flowers, borders to it, bushes etc in the front and backyard. I’m working really hard on it with my kids because I want my yard to look nice and I know that it raises property value…
But how much?
Any Experts in Real [...]

How to get a California real estate license?

River C asked: I am thinking of getting a CA real estate license. I have never worked in real estate. I live in the Silicon Valley (bay area) of California. I am looking for a cheap and fast way of getting a license. I prefer taking real classes (instead of online classes). Please tell me [...]

The function f has the property that, for each real number x?

yu.s@att.net asked: f(x)+f(x-1)=x^2.If f(55) = 89, what is the value of f(89)? (It is not 55.)Semi truck Collision repair

How much does a real estate sales associate make a year in San Francisco?

KrisMC asked: I have a friend who is in the real estate business? I just want to know how much does a real estate sales associate make a year in the city of San Francisco.Laurel MD Homes

My company is in Oklahoma, we want to advertise real estate we are selling in California. what works in Cali ?

Todd H asked: We sell real estate all over the country and we have lots of property in California. What’s the best way to advertise in California? We want to try and get away from traditional signage.Missoula Commercial Real estate

Is there a difference between a real estate broker and a real estate agent? And if so whats the difference?

legend4real asked: I would like to get in to real estate investing and I would like to know the difference to see if one would be better to work with that the other. Thanks.merchant cash advance

What can I do to sale real estate in a bad market?

feeling groovy asked: I have a piece of commercial real estate in a small montana town. It just went into the foreclosure process so time is of the essences. It’s been on the market for 2 years, it’s price point is right and it is prime real estate in a difficult location.
The good qualities are [...]

What city has the best career prospects to for commercial real estate brokers?

Bryan D asked: I’m a college student in Hawaii who wants to become a commercial real estate broker.. I don;t know if i should stay in honolulu or head back to the mainland where i am from.. Would I find it easier to break into the business in a major city in California? With [...]

How do relocation real estate buying programs work?

Alyse asked: So we’re interested in buying this house. However, there’s an agreement by the seller with a relocation real estate company, to buy the house from them if they can’t sell it after a period of time. We found out we made an offer that is lower than the relocation company. [...]

The real estate market is starting to take a dive. What would be a good profession for myself to go into?

No Rules, Evan asked: I have been in the real estate market for about 7 years. I started as a Loan Coordinator, then credit officer/assoc. underwriter, call center manager, Product manager. The market is slowly disappearing, I’m unemployed now. I think I should try another field, maybe Financial planning. I don’t [...]

Can real estate agents lie about the amount of offers on a property?

Michelle P asked: Alright, we just put in an offer of full asking price today the first. However we were told there was an offer already in before the 29th, then on the 29th the list price dropped. Now there is a total of three offers including ours. My question is would a real estate [...]

How do I find real estate agents closest to me and get their web addresses?

mama3 asked: What do I put in the computer to find my local real estate agents nearest to me?Mar Vista Homes

I need to know what the property sales taxes are in the borough Queens, New York. Any resources?

Miss Dee asked: I’ve been told that the percentage on property sales tax varies depending on the selling price of the property. I’m doing my homework before considering investing into real estate. Is there some sort of online database with simplified terms (since I’m not in the real estate industry) that can pinpoint [...]

What is the best software to create virtual tours for real estate? How easy is it to use? How expensive is it?

?? Cupcakez - Jayden’s Mommy asked: I am a new real estate agent. Does the real estate company you work for normally provide virtual tour software for you to use or is this completely up to the agent to do? Do agents normally create their own tour, or do they normally hire someone to do [...]

How does rental property affect your income to debt ratio?

Jessica C asked: We have made an offer on a new house. We are considering turning our current house into a rental property and are extremely confident it would rent quickly.
I guess my real question is this: will the rental income “wash out” the debt owed on the house, or when [...]

How much do Real Estate Salesperson earn and do you hav to go to university or tafe?

Luke M asked: I want to go into real estate what they mainly do how to get more money and do you have to studyBrigantine real estate

How can I purchase list of real estate examinees or list of new licensees in California Bayarea?

babycookie asked: The Real Estate Office I am working for is now looking for to hire more new agents, where can I get the list of new real estate licensee or examinees?Semi truck parts

Do real estate agents get paid on only commission or is there a salary as well?

Julia M asked: I am looking into changing careers and do have an interest in real estate. Does anyone do this for a living or know if real estate agents get paid a salary at all or if everything is solely based on commissions from selling a house.
Thank you!cosmetic dentist San Francisco

How much should you expect of your real estate agent?

dulladdress asked: In other words, I’ve come to like several places that I saw without my real estate agent during open houses. Is it fair for me to ask him to check them out and give me his opinion during the work week?Missoula mt Commercial Real estate

What percentage of real estate taxes should be deducted on Schedule A?

John U asked: “A vacation home is rented out for 10 days during the year and used personally by the owner for 20 days during the year. What percentage of real estate taxes should be
deducted on Schedule A?”
Wouldn’t it just be 100%?Howard County real estate

what site can I view properties with out having to sign up for real estate contacting?

Elizabeth B asked: I am looking to view and vitual tour properties in the coastal areas of texas but I want to do that with out having to sign up for a real estate contact or contract. Are there any sites online that allow you to view the properties ,sizes,and cost with out the help [...]

How do I go about starting a real estate career with a Nevada home builder?

decypher asked: I have been researching Nevada Home builders websites and they all clearly state that all sales applicants must hold a valid real estate license. Is there any way they would hire someone who just got out of school? Please answer asapSan Jose Costa Rica Private Investigator

What is the process to obtain a real estate license in Florida?

J asked: I’m looking into getting my real estate license and wanted to see what the process is. Should I find a class and then take the exam? Do I have to take the class or can I get away with the study manuals? I’ve been buying/selling houses for a couple of years now and [...]

What should I do to become a real estate developer or investor?

gradin_2007 asked: Im a senior in high school and plan on going to a community college for 2 yrs.and then 2yrs. at a university and major in bussiness administraion. I think while Im doing that I should intern for a big real estate place like Remax or something because I would like to learn the [...]

Who do I contact to see if a property is abandoned or not?

Michael S asked: Ok, found a piece of property that I would really like to purchase, or acquire. Judging by the looks of the house that is on this property, it is not inhabitable and I believe even abandoned. The house has the door off,and curiosity made me go inside. It is [...]

How can I improve my leads in real estate without expensive advertising?

taylorsonline asked: I am fairly new iin this real estate game and my capital is limited. I Need new leads and any advise is welcome. I live in an area where prices are cheeper than most and we do not have a state income tax.Semi truck parts

Real Estate?

Trice P asked: Im a 22 yr old African American female from Tennessee planning to take real estate classes in the fall. I plan to go into the field and succede either way but just wanted to know some success tips from established agents, brokers, lenders, or anyone having to do with the real estate [...]

What is the best way to sell a commercial property?

batman asked: There is 3 acres of ours in Hershey PA. Prime real estate right by Hershey Park and Factories. 16,000 cars pass daily and we can’t find anyone to buy it. We have emailed restaurants and such but they are all avoiding me and not helping. The property is zoned commercially and the [...]

As a licensed real estate agent where are homes selling in the us?

cori1542 asked: I would like to leave southern CA and have worked in real estate sales for 20+ years. Any suggestions as to where in the US are homes and/or communities selling? Is there a niche market for new home construction (not by a developer) using eco-friendly materials such as Structural Insulated Panel Systems?Missoula Commercial [...]

Brokers License for Real Estate investor?

dodhelp asked: I called a real estate lawyer to review contracts because I wanted to be a real estate investor, but he said I needed a brokers License to buy and sell real estate, get properties under contract, assign them and lease options. So he pretty much crushed my dream, Im not sure what to [...]

Real Estate realtors? how are you making money now that the home business is depressed?

smacatxfl asked: Just curious how real estate people are making ends meet. The “easy” money of listing and selling and taking people
’s equity has put a temporary freeze on your earnings. Just was curious as to what other means you all have at this time?Huntsville homes for sale

What do THE SUPER BOWL and your REAL ESTATE have in common?

knock2me2 asked: FORT LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA December 1, 2007- More than 100 properties will be put up for sale in the first-ever Super Bowl Real Estate Auction on January 27th 2007. Auction USA, a South Florida based Auction firm, will host the event at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino. A variety of [...]

if x-10=35, which property of equality for real numbers justifies that x=45?

Lana L asked: a. Reflexive Property
b. Symmetric Property
c. Addition Property
d. Multiplicative PropertyFrederick MD real estate

How hard is it to evict tenant buyers that have a option to buy a property and default on the monthly rent?

Jron asked: I am a real estate investor and I was looking into getting a property under contract and setting up a lease option with a tenant buyer. Is it true that if the tenant buyer, fails to make the monthly payment, that I would not be able to evict them and I (Or the [...]

Is it possible to purchase investment property with no money down?

kerry f asked: I have recently moved and was a victum to an adj rate mortgage. Now I am renting for the first time in 14 yrs. My family has agreed to purchase a home for myself with it in their name. We have been checking and for them to purchase the home it is [...]

How can I find the trend in real estate prices in a particular US city say over the last 5-10 years?

HomeBuyer asked: I am planning to buy a house. I need to know how the prices have moved in my area during the past decade. Real estate prices are very local phenomena, so general US statistics usually do not help/matter.
Many thanks to the those who have answered so far. I don’t see condo listings on [...]

Where can I find real estate sold prices on the internet without submitting my personal info?

ERASERHEAD asked: I’m preparing to sell some residential property and I’m looking for a website with recent real estate sold prices. Sites I’ve found that provide that info require that you first submit your phone number, e-mail address, home address, etc., and I don’t want to be pestered.Baltimore real estate

Can i start the classes at 17 to get my real estate license?

crackiswack asked: I am currently still in high school, and was wondering if i could take the classes to start the process of getting my real estate license. I want to sell real estate on the side. Kind of like a fall back position. Tell me what you think. Oh, and the state I want [...]

If a tax lien company has a tax certificate on some property how do we buy it?

Renee B asked: I asked this in real estate also…but we are interested in buying some property in Oklahoma, but couldn’t locate the owner…after some digging we found that they owe 4 years of back taxes on the place. If we want to purchase it do we have to buy the certificate from the [...]

When making an offer to the bank of a 2000 foreclosed property, what is an appropriate offer?

Native Artist asked: The property is listed by a realtor for $249,500, but we know if is a foreclosed property. We are planning to go straight to the bank and make an offer. The property has been on the market since this March, but we are not real sure what we should say in making [...]

What type of degree do you need to work in the Real Estate Industry and start your own real estate business?

CTS2 asked: I really want to start a real estate business but I don’t know what degrees i need to have to make a successful and affordable lifestyle off of a business in the real estate business! Especially since I want to work with houses that cost over $900,000!
For example would I need a [...]

How is the real-estate market affected by the recent turn of events?

buf asked: Is this a good / bad time to buy a house? I know the prices are still dropping slowly, but how does the fall of Lehman Brothers, buyout of Merrill Lynch, direction in which AIG is headed affect the real estate market? Will it crash? We are still getting great deals on houses, [...]

Is real estate appraisal work still a good career?

Team Hall asked: I want to get my license to do commercial and residential real estate apprasials, but I am worried about the current real estate market. Is this still a good career to pursue, or is the market really ending for this type of business? How much money do appraisal workers make annually? Thanks [...]

How do I pick a successful real estate company to work for?

lunerchick2001 asked: I recently passed my real estate sales person exam, and now I am on the hunt to find a company to work for. Like any body in the real estate game I want to be successful and I want to learn a lot. How do I find that perfect company to work for, [...]

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