Real Estate Filter! I'm thinking of doing a little addition to my house which would add bigger closets, create a bigger master bedroom and add another bathroom. I'm considering one feature which I can't decide whether it would be too weird or not... [more inside]
posted on Jul 1, 2008 - 36 answers 
How and when do I "shop" a mortgage? (first-time buyer questions inside) [more inside]
posted on Jan 2, 2008 - 12 answers
What questions do I NEED to ask during the inspection of the home I just bought? Also, what questions should I ask the seller/seller's agent during the inspection? [more inside]
posted on Dec 14, 2007 - 25 answers
I'm a woman, divorced, being audited by the IRS, in some credit card debt and have problems with my rental history. Should I sell my home? [more inside]
posted on Oct 9, 2007 - 14 answers
The real estate broker for our condo is a jackass...do we have any recourse? [more inside]
posted on Sep 29, 2007 - 21 answers
How do we figure out whether we're financially and emotionally ready to buy our first home? We have a really good handle on what we can afford, which neighborhoods we like best, what houses are going for. We've read "Home Buying for Dummies." We've saved up an OK chunk of cash. But my husband and I are both worried, and for different reasons. [more inside]
posted on Jan 7, 2007 - 32 answers
I'm in the process of buying a house in Chester Springs, PA (a western suburb of Philadelphia). If any MeFites are locals, I've got a few questions about the area . . . [more inside]
posted on Oct 6, 2006 - 3 answers
What are the consequences of building a single-family residence outside of code? [more inside]
posted on Oct 3, 2006 - 16 answers
I'm thinking of buying a condo that was converted from an apartment; am I going to regret it? [more inside]
posted on Sep 8, 2006 - 15 answers
PropertyFilter: Can a non-resident own a home in the United States? [more inside]
posted on Aug 19, 2006 - 11 answers
Let's assume (no soapbox rants, please!) global warming is a reality, the ice covering Greenland is melting, and the ocean's levels are rising. If I own a home and land which, according to this map, would be underwater, what--if anything--would the government do? I live near a major (federal) interstate, two major shipping ports, and a rail corridor linking the two. San Francisco and Oakland International Airports would also be underwater. What happens? Would they build a gigantic dike, like New Orleans and Holland? Is my home and the land on which it's built a total loss? If so, insurance-wise, is this considered an "Act of God"? If I was to put my home on the market tomorrow, must I declare global warming and the rising ocean levels as a possibility for flooding?
posted on Jun 27, 2006 - 11 answers
What are some advantages and disadvantages of buying a newly built home? [more inside]
posted on Feb 2, 2006 - 19 answers
General question: How do you find a really dynamite home inspector?
Specific question: Does anyone know a great home inspector in the Seattle area, or a more specific way to find one here? [more inside]
posted on May 1, 2005 - 18 answers
I'm interested in stories about living in apartments where something bad has happened. Apartments with gnarly histories. Murders, suicides, 'haunted' apartments, whatever. Did it affect the value? Did you learn about it only later? Did you hire an exorcist? Did a new paint job suffice? etc. Anyone have such stories, or know of such?
posted on Feb 6, 2005 - 16 answers
Having finally settled into a new job, my wife and I are beginning the process of buying our first home. We're hoping to make the process as smooth as possible.
Anyone have advice for ways to accomplish this goal? [+]
posted on Feb 4, 2005 - 37 answers
HovelFilter
I was thinking about buying a place to hang my hat, but I'm not sure what's right for me (Let's all go inside, shall we?)
posted on Jul 7, 2004 - 11 answers
Has anyone purchased land/homes in Baja California in the last 5 years? I'd like some opinions on the pros/cons.
posted on May 5, 2004 - 3 answers
Anyone tried 80-10-10 financing? Care to share any thoughts? My wife and I are looking at buying our first house and haven't been able to find many testimonials on google or fool.com.
posted on Jan 19, 2004 - 6 answers
Any tips on selling a house?
posted on Jan 18, 2004 - 24 answers
