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4 June 2018 | 27 replies
This isn't searchable online but is still convenient: If you receive info on a house (the address is needed) about being a possible foreclosure, and want to know its status, you can either search online or call the county tax department to get the owner's name(s) which is needed for when you call the foreclosure department (press "0" to speak with someone in that department).
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23 October 2017 | 2 replies
Call the zoning department and ask them.
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25 October 2017 | 2 replies
The Physician Loan is good for up to 10 years after they complete their residency program, which can be anywhere from 3-5 years if they continue to specialize in a particular department.
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2 November 2017 | 3 replies
You are somewhat correct; lenders (or a department within the company) who specialize in renovation loans don't act as your GC, but they will ensure bids are reasonable, release funds when inspections and milestones are met, etc.
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3 November 2017 | 11 replies
@Peter Yun you want to call some local banks & credit unions and talk to their commercial lending or commercial banking department.
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18 November 2017 | 15 replies
Department stores do it, landlords do it, it's the process of operating a business.
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7 November 2017 | 5 replies
We found a loop home with our planning department and put a full price offer on the property on Thursday.
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24 March 2021 | 14 replies
Call the city water department to potentially save yourself from racking your brain over cost breakeven analysis.
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20 November 2017 | 10 replies
You can go to the building department or look online.
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11 October 2018 | 3 replies
@Matt Quick, call your city planning department and just chat with them.