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3 April 2024 | 2 replies
For proof of mailing, you can request a receipt, or “certificate of mailing”from the post office.
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3 April 2024 | 14 replies
I've collected quotes for many years and have compiled them into framed certificate size wall hangings.
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1 April 2024 | 22 replies
There are plenty of scam websites that will send anyone a certificate as long as they pay a fee.
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1 April 2024 | 6 replies
Finally, I would get started on the FHA/VA certification process early.
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1 April 2024 | 59 replies
They don't meet certifications required by most municipalities, parks and insurance companies.Permanent structures are easier.
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31 March 2024 | 8 replies
If after appropriate investigation, it appears to such officer that the proceeds from the sale of the property would be insufficient to wholly or partly satisfy the lien of the United States, or that the claim of the United States has been satisfied or by lapse of time or otherwise has become unenforceable, such officer may issue a certificate releasing the property from such lien"Locate the "officer charged with the administration of the laws in respect of which the lien of the United States arises" from the lien (a sample is provided here for the property I was researching - Assistant US Attorney Erin Secord) and contact him/her in advance to find out what information they would require from you if you win the bid.
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3 April 2024 | 83 replies
You'll get your value"Appraisers can be real jackasses.)I also provide a copy of the certificate of occupancy and a short-form BPO showing up to 5-7 sale comps and 3-4 active listings.I also take the time to pull permit records on the sale comps... in lower-end markets, most of them have no permit record and I can therefore make the argument that they have not been rewired, replumbed, or even had a new HVAC installed (Government evidence to that point being missing.
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30 March 2024 | 9 replies
Call the Treasurer's office this week and give them that Tax Lien Certificate ID in your images you've posted and go from there.
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29 March 2024 | 11 replies
.: @Joseph O'SullivanDon't forget that the tsp repayment will be counted against your DTI when looking at conforming loans.This is not true for conforming/conventional, FHA, VA or USDA loans.https://selling-guide.fanniemae.com/Underwriting-Borrowers/L...Loans Secured by Financial AssetsWhen a borrower uses their financial assets—life insurance policies, 401(k) accounts, individual retirement accounts, certificates of deposit, stocks, bonds, etc.
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29 March 2024 | 13 replies
Increasing your skill and competitiveness can be achieved by pursuing further certifications or taking courses in real estate finance, investment analysis, or property management.