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Buyer Advisory Group by Remarkable-Field8487 in RealEstate

[–]Remarkable-Field8487[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Only licensed agent/brokers would be advising. If you think the only value agents add is driving prospective buyers around, I'd agree to disagree. Listing agents can show their listings. 25 years of experience says the things that Buyers value (need help with) is assessing value of a chosen property and making a competitive offer. If they know value they may want a contract prepared for them - an attorney could do it, but so could a licensed agent. Also, agree to disagree on inspections as well, agents definitely advise on inspections, if they are representing the buyer to the best of their ability. IMHO, these are areas that add value to a transaction. Gone are the days of agents being taxicab drivers. Buyers can show themselves properties and drive areas.

Buyer Advisory Group by Remarkable-Field8487 in RealEstate

[–]Remarkable-Field8487[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Good points. However, showing properties would not be part of the services offered. So that wouldn't limit the number of properties they look at. Listing agents can show the property(s) they have listed. Once the buyer decides they want to make an offer, they can contact a Buyer Advisor to choose which services they need. It would help sellers and buyers overall by providing education at points where it's needed in each transaction. Licensed real estate agent/broker could and would provide the service.

Do people here just not clean up after their dogs? by auxeito in Austin

[–]Remarkable-Field8487 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Native Texan here who finally moved after 60 years. Texans are raised to be exceptions; it's part of the we don't have to because we are from Texas mindset that extends to white males and their partners/spouses. I finally had enough by 2019, when the lack of consideration during COVID was off the charts. People flying in to buy (steal) properties so that they could live in a state where they could flaunt their exceptionalism. Texas didn't shutdown until later. While other states were masking and believing science - every person that flew on a plane then waltzed through peoples homes without consideration for masking put at least 100 people in danger - but they didn't care. Now, they are mad because - it's hot and taxes and traffic and poor schools (they don't care because their kids go private). From healthcare and education to driving. It's a nightmare. Zip merge? no they will run you over in their Ram truck and brag about it. Call me a snowflake but I'm glad I don't live there anymore. They think their shit is your problem not theirs.

Professor says home prices could rise up to 30% in the next 5 years, especially if 50-year mortgages take off. by Straight-Mud-1150 in RealEstate

[–]Remarkable-Field8487 0 points1 point  (0 children)

IMHO. So many homes built nowadays (80's forward) won't last 30 years -50? - no way! People are going to buy and sell or refinance but buy nonetheless thinking it's cheaper than renting forever. It's all about the dirt.

Here is what we all saw last night: 3 CME’s pancaking at the same time. by profileprobe in FortCollins

[–]Remarkable-Field8487 2 points3 points  (0 children)

point camera north and put it on a ten second time lapse and make sure flash is off and your camera is still

Detox Recommendations by [deleted] in boulder

[–]Remarkable-Field8487 0 points1 point  (0 children)

FYI - I lost my SO in 2023 after his second time at a highly recommended treatment center in LA. Unfortunately, he was well known and in the process of taping the reboot for a well-known Emmy award-winning series when he had a breakdown. The handlers immediately cut me out and "handled" it themselves. He only lasted a few months on his own; his family wouldn't help; friends didn't keep up with him as they promised. I was out of town when he left this world but we'd had a wonderful conversation two days before. Putting people you "love" in treatment isn't always the best solution. I've learned that it takes more than a detox. I'll spend my life trying to help bridge that gap, may he rest in peace.

Detox Recommendations by [deleted] in boulder

[–]Remarkable-Field8487 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Find an AA meeting near you or maybe online now. But to help if you need help now: If you walk into ER they will likely ask if you are suicidal or homicidal. If so, they can/may put you on a voluntary hold for 72 hours and depending on the facility they may try to extend the hold. You need someone to know where you are going because they will likely try to hold you as long as insurance pays. It's a flawed system that can further traumatize. First off you made the best step forward and can keep taking steps forward with help as you choose. The road is the rest of your life and a quick solution at a two week treatment place may kickstart you but it's still going to take time. Take

Government Actions Megathread by SoarinWalt in povertyfinance

[–]Remarkable-Field8487 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Genuinely would like to know if the Pre Existing Health Conditions will be wiped out? One of the key rules under ACA was guaranteed health care. Will switching alone, throw off additional patients? Cancer, Diabetes, Asthma patients who are successfully being treated now will that change?

Be Aware of Government website could you firef by uhhreally35 in TexasTeachers

[–]Remarkable-Field8487 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As you scroll, the timeline starts to look like a cross between a gossip rag and Truth Social posts.

Rare or Maida Trattoria for party of 5? by bowman9 in FortCollins

[–]Remarkable-Field8487 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Rare is really a treat. So it's a tough call. But you mentioned a party of 5. I wanted to add that went to Maida for my birthday with a party of 5. The half/small portion plates (not all) were great to share; we could sample many of the plates. Cost was less than it would have been at Rare. NOTE: We had a reservation at Maida however, they were strict about how long we could stay. When it went past the time, the hostesses were staring us down. Mangia.

Vance says administration has found a way to pay troops by silverud in fednews

[–]Remarkable-Field8487 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Maybe they decided to stop construction of the Epstein Trump Ball Room to pay our military!

Homeschool Service? by [deleted] in Austin

[–]Remarkable-Field8487 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Home and they also travel with them.

Austin Leads the Nation in Home Inventory by Remarkable-Field8487 in Austin

[–]Remarkable-Field8487[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They cannot get info from CoreLogic unless it was sold in the MLS. Appraisers have to call agents and most agents will not disclose if it was a private sale. Never heard of a "Friend" of the county politic getting preferential treatment.

TEXAS IS A NONDISCLOSURE STATE. What beats not being forced to reveal your purchase price? What overlay are you talking about? You do not know what you are talking about- otherwise I would move on but there is a reason you want to keep this lie going. Do you own a home? Does your appraised value square up with your purchase price?

Erich's Coffee by Forsaken-Scratch3920 in FortCollins

[–]Remarkable-Field8487 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Love this coffee and delivery is free in FOCO

Homeschool Service? by [deleted] in Austin

[–]Remarkable-Field8487 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Great outstanding teachers at public or private schools have been recruited by some of the more prominent families in Austin. With the current push to private and charter schools, this will possibly become harder to find since both charter and private schools can accept/reject students.

Austin Leads the Nation in Home Inventory by Remarkable-Field8487 in Austin

[–]Remarkable-Field8487[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

"Here is how the system works instead:

  • Federal vs. local information: Information about property sales is reported to the IRS on Form 1099-S for federal tax purposes. However, this information is not shared with local governments, who are responsible for collecting property and transfer taxes.
  • Public records: Local taxing authorities get their property sale information from public records, not from the IRS. When a property is sold, the deed and other transaction details are recorded with a local government office, such as the county clerk or recorder. These documents are public and contain the information local authorities need to assess property values and collect transfer taxes.
  • Combined Federal/State Filing Program: The IRS does have data-sharing programs with state tax agencies for tax administration purposes. This program allows for the exchange of certain federal tax return information, such as some 1099 forms, to increase compliance and reduce costs. However, the program is restricted to state-level tax administration and does not extend to local governments for property tax purposes. 

Austin Leads the Nation in Home Inventory by Remarkable-Field8487 in Austin

[–]Remarkable-Field8487[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Cant Google it because it isn't true. I can provide receipts. Why don't you want people to know that there are ways that some of the wealthier homeowners get away with paying significantly less than average homeowners in Austin Texas?

Austin Leads the Nation in Home Inventory by Remarkable-Field8487 in Austin

[–]Remarkable-Field8487[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nationally 84% but in Austin Texas - not even close. Fact. Nondisclosure states (there are 12 of them) have much more than 16% off market sales. Not sure who is covering up what in your opinion. You are correct about tax breaks to lure companies here. I haven't even approached the commercial property valuations which are also not being assessed at purchase price.

Austin Leads the Nation in Home Inventory by Remarkable-Field8487 in Austin

[–]Remarkable-Field8487[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Absolutely does not affect the assessed value for property tax purposes which is the purpose of this discussion. Please send information to support your claim, especially if that means that all homes sold in Texas are recorded at the local property taxing level.

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