What kind of rights does the owner of a home have when they agree to rent out their home through a rental management company?
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posted by emelenjr
on May 20, 2013 -
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What can be done about a landlord of 30+ units who has admitted (privately) to not renting units to african americans (in a majority black city)? Who should be contacted, and with what information?
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posted by anonymous
on Mar 8, 2013 -
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My brother and I would like to buy a four-bedroom house, furnish it, have him live in one room and rent the other three rooms. Neither of us have any experience with real estate, renting rooms, or being in business with one another. We're looking for advice as to how to fairly structure this investment, advisers we should consult, issues that we need to consider up front, and so on. More details inside...
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posted by slide
on Feb 12, 2013 -
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I am looking to perhaps purchase a condo in Toronto.
What are some objective data sources or opinions to determine whether its a good time to enter the real estate market?
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posted by cacofonie
on Jan 24, 2013 -
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Can you suggest a great buyer's agent in Tampa? Mr. Doodley and I are looking to move to the Central/North Tampa area (roughly from South Seminole Heights up to North Lowry Park/Manor Hills neighborhoods).
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posted by toodleydoodley
on Oct 21, 2012 -
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I'm looking for a real estate agent in Westchester/Putnam county NY who would be truly helpful to someone shopping in the bottom of the housing market.
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posted by badgermushroomSNAKE
on Apr 18, 2012 -
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Is it possible to buy or build a house on Catalina island outside of Avalon?
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posted by luriete
on Jan 18, 2012 -
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Is it normal for an escrow company to request addition of an addendum AFTER all the papers have been signed but before officially closing?
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posted by rybreadmed
on Aug 2, 2011 -
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We are purchasing a house. The seller is asking us to release some of our deposit in escrow to him before closing. Is this a good idea? Read the details...
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posted by rybreadmed
on Jul 16, 2011 -
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Can someone explain House Hunters to me? Particularly the "International" version. I thought the housing market was dead flat?
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posted by dukes909
on Jul 11, 2011 -
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We're interested in renting a small house in CA as our primary residence. We're suspicious that the owners/agents are just trying to wait out the market before selling. Is there any meaningful protection that
guarantees a minimum stay in the property that can be put into a rental contract/lease, irrespective of whether the owners receive an offer on the house?
posted by lalochezia
on Apr 19, 2010 -
8 answers
How should I go about determining whether putting my place on the market is worthwhile?
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posted by tocts
on Apr 19, 2010 -
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Are there un-buildable lots? I have read up on
a similar question but that was about how expensive the known-to-be-buildable lots are. My question is if I see a lot listed that is "virgin" vacant never had a srtucture on it, how likely is it that no one could build on it?
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posted by markhu
on Dec 17, 2009 -
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Say I want to buy some cheap land in the Los Angeles area: where would I find such a listing online?
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posted by rileyray3000
on Nov 11, 2009 -
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You buy a house in California. You agree that the seller can stay up to 2 months after escrow closes (a "seller rent-back") if they make your (
PITI) payments. Do you need to pay income taxes on the money they pay toward your PITI? Also, what was your "seller rent-back" experience?
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posted by unclezeb
on Sep 29, 2009 -
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Dream Home Filter: How does one go about financing the buying of land and building of a custom house? I need help with land loans vs. buying land with a house on it (to improve/tear down), construction loans vs. home loans, etc
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posted by mathowie
on May 30, 2009 -
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Who is the best person to give me information on the housing market?
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posted by lore
on Apr 27, 2009 -
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My wife and I need to get out of our house ASAP for reasons both financial and mental-health-related. I've been told we may need to look into a short sale, but researching the process is making my head explode.
What, if any, are our options? (more inside, obviously)
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posted by anthom
on Apr 15, 2009 -
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Why do realtor often put their picture on "for sale" sign?
posted by racingjs
on Dec 10, 2008 -
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Help. My house closing, scheduled for tomorrow, has been indefinitely postponed since the seller's second mortgage is not going to be paid in full. I don't know what to do even though yes, I already talked to a lawyer.
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posted by mygothlaundry
on Sep 25, 2008 -
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My husband and I are looking at buying this lovely condo that was once an apartment. Unfortunately, with the market the way it is, these converted condos have been on the market since January and haven't sold but one unit. What happens if we buy one and it "reconverts" back to an apartment complex?
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posted by rainygrl716
on May 14, 2008 -
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Real Estate question - When looking to buy a "short sell", is it normal to have a contract sent to you that is
not pending inspection?
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posted by hellbient
on Mar 26, 2008 -
11 answers
Buying through Redfin - does anyone have first-hand experiences they could share?
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posted by GuyZero
on Mar 26, 2008 -
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After reading
this article in the NYT about lotteries for housing in New York, I was left wondering if there were any equivalent programs in Los Angeles - I remember reading about something in Santa Monica, but it was apartments to rent, not own. Do such things exist?
posted by symbebekos
on Mar 2, 2008 -
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I've been reading about the ongoing housing bubble collapse, and I am wondering how exactly neighborhoods are supposedly changing and especially where all these people go when they lose their home.
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posted by calhound
on Aug 9, 2007 -
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How difficult would it be to find places to lease on which to put a house made of ISO containers?
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posted by reventlov
on Mar 9, 2007 -
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I'm in a really weird housing market (Baton Rouge, LA). Should I get out and rent for awhile until it calms down? Any ideas about weighing capital gains tax vs. possible profit I might lose if prices nosedive before my 2 years are up?
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posted by ultraultraboomerang
on Feb 13, 2007 -
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With the housing market slowing, where are people "in the know" putting their money so that it generates income or equity for them? How did they find out?
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posted by salvia
on Jan 5, 2007 -
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We've been talking to a generally nice/enthusiastic real estate agent for the purposes of selling our home. She's quoted us that approximately 9-10% of the listing price will go to cover her commission, the other agent's commission, and the various closing costs in between. This strikes us as rather high - we were thinking 5-6%. What's the breakdown and truth here?
posted by xmutex
on Oct 14, 2006 -
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Our landlord has decided to sell his house. As renters, is it reasonable to ask for some form of compensation for the constant "open houses" that we must partake in?
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posted by FearTormento
on May 8, 2006 -
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How to negotiate a good deal on rent with an owner inexperienced with the rental market?
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posted by saffron
on May 5, 2006 -
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RealEstateFilter Any recommendations for a gay-friendly community in California where three bedroom single-family houses with reliable broadband access can still be found for <$125k in a safe, good school district?
posted by nakedcodemonkey
on Jul 31, 2004 -
23 answers
Another NYC Real Estate Question: the SO and I, who have always lived in charming smallish walk-ups with leaky tubs/peeling paint in Queens-like proximity to 'the big city,' have been seduced by the siren song of new construction downtown. With their pre-opening rent breaks, brand-new appliances, and convenience to both work and play, these "luxury buildings" appear to offer a whole new standard of living at an attractive price. However, ... [mi]
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posted by hsoltz
on May 19, 2004 -
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