Debt collectors can no longer claim ignorance of the law as an excuse for violating the Fair Debt Collections Practices Act (FDCPA) while attempting to collect a debt. On Wednesday, the United States Supreme Court handed down a ruling that severely restricts the "bona fide error" defense under th
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04/25/2010
Master Your Customer Data Whether you run a corner deli, a loan origination business or a real estate office, the majority of your new business and referrals most likely comes from your current customers. In order to capture the full potential of repeat business and referrals, you must master yo
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04/23/2010
Short Sale: The Basics A short sale is when a home is sold for less than the amount owed on the mortgage for the home. This occurs when the bank agrees to take less than the full amount due on the mortgage. A seller does not have to be behind on a home loan to seek a short sale. If sellers wish
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04/20/2010
The home buyer tax credit currently can deliver meaningful savings, (up to $18,000 when used in conjunction with the California state tax credit) but only for those who, at a minimum, have a binding contract to purchase a home in place on April 30, 2010. With that deadline approaching, potential
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04/17/2010
Homes for Sale in Monterosso in Danville CA March 2010 a Market Snapshot for Homes for Sale in Monterosso in Danville CA April 7, 2010* - There are currently 4 detached single family homes for sale in Monterosso in Danville CA. All are spacious single family homes ranging from a reported 3,252 to
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04/17/2010
Short Sales in Livermore CA March 2010 an Investment Properties Update for Short Sales in Livermore CA, April 12, 2010 - 25 short sale homes for sale in Livermore CA or short sale homes for sale in 94550 94551 sold and closed during March 2010. 19 were single family homes, 9 were attached homes.*
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04/17/2010
A signature event in Livermore, the 19th Annual Wine Country Festival is slated for May 1st and 2nd, 2010. Drawing more than 70,000 guests over the 2 day event, there’s something for everyone in the family at this favorite local event. Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 5:0
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04/17/2010
The Power of Value-Driven Marketing Many companies are like acquaintances who always want something from you, but never give anything in return. They bombard you with offer-driven marketing, a strategy designed to generate new business through endless discounts and special promotions. While offe
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04/17/2010
New Real Estate Social Media Networks A host of new social media networks designed specifically for real estate professionals are worth a look and could prove valuable, particularly if you get involved on the ground floor. Broker Agent Socialwww.brokeragentsocial.com — A social networking communi
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04/17/2010
Make Things Happen: Rules of Engagement Although no hard rules exist, there are many good manners to follow ifyou want the vast crowds of the social media world to follow you: Give more than you take. The more you contribute to conversations and discussions, the more people will recognize your na
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04/17/2010
