Archive for March, 2009


What is the process in writing an offer for a commercial property?

tzimi asked: I am a residential realtor. I have a client that wants to purchase a $8 million property that is listed by another broker. Do I send the listing broker a “Letter of Intent” or a commercial contract to sign? When a letter of intent is signed by the seller and [...]

Anyone know how to get a government grant to purchase real estate?

busymom asked: I want to start investing in real estate with little or no money down, but how can I? I do not trust those info mercials they always seem to have a catch. I want to talk to someone that has experience with purshasing property utilizing govenment fund to fix up and rent out [...]

How to advertise real estate listings online?

3Diamonds asked: I want to know if there is a site or service that I pay one fee that advertises my listings all over the web? I am a real estate agent. Thanks!!
I am also thinking of starting a better website or somehow getting my site all over the web. I already have a domain [...]

Is it better to specialize in commercial property management rather than residential?

GOODAH asked: I am new in the real estate industry and is planning to specialize in the field of property management.Carmel Valley Real Estate

How many real estate signs can be posted on one property?

jdtt34 asked: How many real estate signs can be posted on one property? I have been directed in many directions that have led me down a dead end. The Dept of State told me to call the Association of Realtors. The Association of Realtors said that they would call me back (but [...]

How often do people go to a real estate company for rentals?

Melissa T asked: I am currently in real estate and am considering specializing in rentals. I wanted to know how often people go to a real estate company for rentals.
I am in Southern, NJArlington Heights homes

How does someone become a real estate agent?

krstn asked: I have been in sales for 5 years and am curious how to switch to becoming a real estate agent? How long does it take before you start to earn money? All commission based? Weekends involved? What is the best agency to work for?
Southeastern Michigan. What’s the earning [...]

can i buy a rental property using my RRSP (under the 1st time buyers plan)?

marc51000r asked: I’m looking to purchase a fourplex or sixplex.
is a rental property eligible real estate under the first time home buyers plan?Santa Monica homes

How do you calculate real estate tax savings?

kurt_belisle asked: My goal is to find the impact of my real estate interest deduction against my federal income tax return in real dollars?Baltimore real estate

I signed a contract with a real estate agency which said I pay 4%when they sell my property & now they want 6%

jumjum asked: They said I have to pay 6 % now because the sale was from another real estate agency and they want a cut. They said I could have prevented this by muli- listing but I thought I was doing them a favor by only listing with them. Should I to pay the [...]

What confuses consumers most about the current real estate market? What scares you most?

eloisejac asked: Are you fearful of buying/selling? What information do you need to make real estate decisions? What are your biggest questions about today’s market?Baltimore MD Homes

What is a real estate investment coordinator and how do I obtain skills useful in that sector?

evie asked: Eventually, I’d like to obtain my real estate license (Missouri), but I’m more interested in investments, ie flips. Any ideas on where to start? Much appreciated!!Atlantic City homes for sale

How do you make money in real estate without flipping?

Rachel T. asked: I’m new at this…but it just seems so impossible to make any money in real estate. You have to pay for loan of the down payment, the property tax, insurance and mortgage……renting it out is not enough to cover the entire cost of all these components. The only way I can see [...]

How much do real estate agents make a year when just starting off?

prettylady asked: I live in Philadelphia, Pa and just started taking real estate courses and would like to know what they make a year on average?Baltimore real estate

What are the best real estate companies to work for in Chicago?

AngelinasMommy asked: I am looking for the best place to work at. I am getting my real estate license soon and would like to work for a great company where they provide training and don’t just throw you out there. Oh, I have a full time job as well. Thanks!keyless car remotes

How can I get my real estate agent to drop the commision for selling my house?

Johnny asked: I am trying to sell my parents house NY. How can I get the real estate agent to drop the commision from %5 to something lower.Oakland office space

What kind of resumer should i make up for a real estate agent job?

Paul G asked: I wanted to apply for a real estate job, but sinse the age of 16 all i was doing is delivering pizza and waitering? what kind of simple jobs , that a real estate company might considere important i should put on my resume?
lol the only reason i got so many answers [...]

What is the best way to generate real estate leads?

nicolehaleyshane asked: If you had to generate real estate leads for yourself where would you get them from besides the internet?Simi Valley homes

Does anyone know how to get a job in the Commercial Real Estate industry?

chitownj12 asked: I am interested in getting into commercial real estate, not sure what area….leasing, property management, lending, loan officer, I know it sounds cliche, but I basically just want to go where some big money can be made. I have a background in residential real estate as a loan officer and Account Executive for [...]

property statue of limitations in New Hampshire?

foursymbols75 asked: what is the statue of limitations for property/real estate issues in New Hampshire:
Issues that were supposed to be resolved at our closing of the purchase of our house, seemed to be resolved at that time. However, several of these issues have re-emerged (apprx. 8 mos. later): they were not fixed correctly. I was [...]

Real estate investment information?

The Big Man asked: I’m 20 years old and I’m looking for sources of information for buying real estate properties and renting them out. I’ve read many books and purchased many programs on the subject, but am looking for the complete deal. With subjects such as insurance, property management companies, loans, etc… I need a [...]

So, I want to have my own mortgage and Real estate office?

tbrooks2 asked: I am making a carrer change form property management to first the mortgage business, then to real estate sales. I currently have my Illinois Loan officer certification, now I am thinking of gettign my brokers license. I am asking you for any tips on how to succeed doing this, what it is [...]

How do you start a real estate holding company and a real estate development company, can I combine the 2?

Bdd asked: I am 14 and when I get older I would like to start a real estate holding company LLC and a real estate development company LLC. How much money would I need to start one? With the real estate holding company do I get capital gains? Also I would like it to [...]

What job in real estate do you recommend for a person right out of college?

fxlrner asked: I’m graduating college next year and I’m looking for a career in real estate. I was thinking of going either the appraiser or agent route. Which do you guys recommend?Semi truck Collision repair

How do I get in the commercial real estate industry?

Tosin o asked: I am 22 years old and looking to get in the commercial real estate industry, preferably the leasing aspect. What would be fundamentally required for a person as young as me to be even considered for a job in a large commercial real estate firm? Considering I have a real estate agents [...]

How can I become a real estate agent in NC?

Linda704 asked: 1. What do I need to do to become a real estate agent in Charlotte, NC?
2. What classes do I need to take?
3. Where can I study to become a real estate agent in Charlotte, NC?
4. What are the requirements?
5. Any other information I need to know about becoming a real estate [...]

What are the basics for beginning to understand real estate?

katy asked: I’m purchasing my own home and in about 4 or 5 years I hope to be able to purchase one or two more – and grow from there.
What do I need to know to begin a real estate career? Is it better to rent houses out OR try to sell them [...]

What steps do I take to conduct MY OWN title search for a property I am interested in buying?

LADIRE asked: I live in NC. I am looking into buying a forclosed property. I intend on paying a professional (real estate attorney) to search title prior to making any purchase. But I wanted to know if I can search for titles on my own while I am trying to find the [...]

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