North Smithfield Rhode Island (RI) Real Estate Tour

Posted on February 11th, 2010 by admin in first rate realestate | No Comments »

http://www.northsmithfieldri.virtualhomes.com — Tour North Smithfield, RI neighborhoods, condominium developments, subdivisions, schools, landmarks, recreational areas, and town offices.

North Smithfield, Rhode Island is located at the northern border of the state and has been called the gateway to northern Rhode Island. Conveniently situated along Route 146 between Providence and Worcester, North Smithfield is a great place to live, work and play.

Incorporated in 1871, the town was first called Slater after English industrialist John Slater. The name was changed to North Smithfield just sixteen days later. Most early settlers were farmers, but the town’s proximity to water fostered significant industrial growth, as mills were established along the waterfront.

North Smithfield still contains several working farms, including Wright’s Dairy Farm, the Goodwin Farm, Homestead Gardens, and Christiansen’s Orchard. The “Olde Allen Farm” is home to Hi-On-a-Hill Herb Farm, the only certified organic vegetable farm in Northern Rhode Island. North Smithfield’s farms sell locally grown products to a clientele drawn from the region. Additionally, Brookside Equestrian Center and Phoenix Rising Horse Farm help to make North Smithfield a first rate location for equestrian training.

North Smithfield is ready as we enter the 21st century to accept the ever evolving demands of the new global marketplace. Municipal government, community leaders, business people, and residents are eager to expand existing businesses while providing opportunities for growth. For other town tours visit http://www.virtualhomes.com . For towns in RI visit http://www.ri-virtualhomes.com . For RI relocation information go to http://www.relocationri.com .

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what would be the best way to let people know that i do loans and refi’s and i’m honest?

Posted on February 10th, 2010 by admin in first rate realestate | 3 Comments »

i’m recently in the realestate and loan buis. i’m not greedy just want to take care of myself and family and build future buis, let god lead the way, that means taking care of the customer and not price gouging on the rates but it’s getting realy frustrating cuase i know guys that are "unethical" or greedy lets just say and they seem to be getting plenty of buis its almost like people like paying the higher rates i’m open to suggestions!!!!!!!!!!!!

Word of mouth is the best way to achieve your goal. We all can brag about our ethics, but when your past client confirms that, business is easier to get. Always get references from your clients.

What do America’s most stressful cities have in common?

Posted on February 8th, 2010 by admin in first rate realestate | 5 Comments »

Hint: High taxes, rising unemployment rate, lots of frivilous spending…………….come on, it’s easy!

Chicago, IL

New York, NY

Detroit, MI

Los Angeles, CA

San Francisco, CA

http://realestate.yahoo.com/promo/americas-most-stressful-cities.html;_ylc=X3oDMTFnYjExcTNjBF9TAzI3MTYxNDkEX3MDOTc2MjA0NjUEc2VjA2ZwLXRvZGF5BHNsawM5NzYyMDQ2NQ–

They are all governed by liberals.

Mareazul – PlayaBestBuy.com, Playa del Carmen Real Estate

Posted on February 8th, 2010 by admin in first rate realestate | 1 Comment »

Unsurpassed Beachfront condominiums on the Caribbean Riviera Maya. Exclusive condominiums spread out over 30 spacious. For more details contact www.MEXICOBESTBUY.com or www.PLAYAREALTYEXECUTIVES.com for Mexico Real Estate.

Caribbean Real Estate project in Playa del Carmen is just a few minutes away from the vibrant city life, a coastal setting of unspoiled beauty in the Riviera Maya, a fantastic residential project that includes 300 stylish luxury condos and every creature comfort a discerning voyager could envision, from beautifully landscaped gardens and first-rate spas to restaurants and sporting facilities including seemingly endless pools that lead to the propertys pristine white beach. The paradisiacal richness of the Yucatán envelops these private residences in Playa del Carmen with jungles, rivers, caverns and beaches, and provides this Real Estate project in the Riviera Maya an inspiring landscape for discovery and renewal.

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Penalties to withdraw from Roth IRA for house downpayment?

Posted on February 6th, 2010 by admin in first rate realestate | 3 Comments »

We want to take advantage of the low rates and good realestate prices but we’re a bit short on a 20% downpayment. I’ve read that you can withdraw Roth IRA up to $10,000 for a first time buyer to put down towards the purchase of a home. However, it says that the IRA had to be open for 5 years. If it has been open for less, what are the penalties? Is it better to take a loan out on the 401k instead?
NVmelinNY… Thanks but what is the difference 401k vs Roth? They’re both retirement accounts. Also, I found this: http://www.fool.com/money/allaboutiras/allaboutiras12.htm Which says that it needs to be open for 5 years even if it’s for a house.

Rebecca, Thanks but I’m only 27 and would like to have 20% downpayment.

mar c, exactly! I’m planning on buying a 2 family which will be rented out eventually.

Anyone else? Really trying to get clarificaiton on the 5 year rule on the Roth. Any experts??

Honestly the answer is one you do not want to hear but if you have to borrow from your future you are not ready to buy. How much do you have down becasue FHA is only 3.5% down.

Why is the real estate commission 7%? Who set this number, it seems like a lot for selling a house.?

Posted on February 3rd, 2010 by admin in first rate realestate | 5 Comments »

I saw on tv, a real estate guy sold a malibu house for almost two million and he got $173,000 for commission. He showed it too a friend for two showings and some paper work…how did the realestate percentage get set at current rates??? I will never get it. Rick

First off, even if he listed at a full 7%, that adds up 140K, not 173K.

Second, unless the buyer had no agent and asked him to be THEIR agent to (which rarely happens), he split that with the buyer’s agent, lowering his commision to 70,000.

If he is an agent and not a broker, he splits that with his broker. He probably got about 60% or so of the 70K, which gives him $42K.

That said, million dollar home owners SHOULD NOT be paying 7% commissions. On most homes a 6% is MUCH more common, but on a million dollar plus home, the comision is structured differently– usually 6% of the first 100K and then 4.5 or 3% of the rest.

A buyer’s agent or a seller’s agent almost always is making 3% since they each get half of the sale. An agent has to split it with their broker from there.

Also, Real Estate agents have LOTS of out of pocket expenses. I did it for a few months and hated it, and in 6 months it cost me over $1500 to get started, and I made one sale to break even and stopped. Not becuase of money– just becuase i hated knowing I’d have to waste a lot of time without knowing if a sale would result. Agents get LOOKEY-LOOS galore.

And FYI— Most properties don’t take just two showing and that’s it.

what do you think about the domain www.earlyproperties.com is it sutable for realestate bussiness websit?

Posted on February 1st, 2010 by admin in first rate realestate | 1 Comment »

please send the review just on domain name i know i parked it so i don’t want any clicks just let me know how the domain name looks
give the rating to domain name only

It is good , go ahead and make a real estate website .

will the property rates come down in 2009?

Posted on January 29th, 2010 by admin in first rate realestate | 8 Comments »

I mean due to financial breake down will the realestate come down in the coming year.

down trend not likely. it may stay in present level or in the upward movement

the present recession pushed everything to lowest end

considering the fuel price at below $50 and indexes of various stock markets which are also at record low in the recent years, every thing will tend increase only in the year ahead.

Need investor; earn 8 to 14%. realestate 80% max ltv.?

Posted on January 27th, 2010 by admin in first rate realestate | 1 Comment »

Title in your name, escrow in title co account, you approve all loans and funding. max 80% ltv. credit will determine interest rate 8 to 14%. short or long term.you control all aspects of loan i furnish applicant and all income docs and other info. You furnish credit criteria, term i close at title co. Will furnish more info upon request. only serious investors need apply.

No thank you

Westwood Massachusetts (MA) Real Estate Tour

Posted on January 24th, 2010 by admin in first rate realestate | No Comments »

http://www.westwoodmarealestate.com Tour Westwood, MA neighborhoods, condominium developments, subdivisions, schools, landmarks, recreational areas, and town offices.

Westwood, Massachusetts was established in 1897. Westwood is situated at the junction of Route 95/128 and 93 and provides an excellent location for its residents and its businesses. Westwood also features two commuter rail lines and full MBTA bus service on Routes 1, 1A and 109.

The town is recognized for the quality of its schools. Students consistently score in the top percentiles on national tests and the overwhelming majority of students graduating from the high school go on to higher education.

Westwood maintains many recreational areas and facilities, including numerous conservation lands, playgrounds, ball fields and an indoor pool facility. The town offers two libraries, a senior center and numerous community-sponsored events for residents. Westwood is home to over two hundred businesses in established commercial areas, each with its own distinct character.

The University Avenue Park includes a mixture of office and light manufacturing and is adjacent to the Route 128 MBTA station, which is the sole regional stop for AMTRAK high-speed rail service from Boston to New York and Washington. The highway business district, situated along Route 1, is comprised of larger retail and service establishments as well as corporate offices.

The shopping areas of High Street and Islington’s Washington Street provide retail services for residents that enhance the quality of life in Westwood. Additionally, High Street houses the municipal buildings as well as a number of offices. Residents and businesses are served by first-rate town services, with water from the Dedham Westwood Water District, sewer services from the Massachusetts Water Resource Authority, electricity from NSTAR and natural gas from Algonquin Gas. For other town tours visit http://www.virtualhomes.com . For towns in MA visit http://www.ma-virtualhomes.com . For MA relocation information go to http://www.relocationma.com . For a MA MLS map search visit http://www.virtualhomesmls.com .

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