10 Questions to Ask the Condo Board
Before you buy, contact the condo board with the following questions. In the process, you’ll learn how responsive — and organized — its members are. You’ll also be alerted to potential problems with the property.

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5 Real Estate and Mortgage Urban Legends
Entire feature films, websites and hour-long cable specials have been devoted to debunking urban legends, those modern fables that circulate at the speed of the internet.

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5 More Foreclosure Myths - BUSTED
As new foreclosures hit the market, new foreclosure myths follow close behind.

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The 5 Most Common Complaints of Short Sale and REO Buyers (and How to Avoid Them)
Roughly forty percent of the homes for sale on today's market are short sales and foreclosures!

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5 Things Home Buyers Do That Turn Sellers Off (and Kill Deals)
On today’s market, every savvy seller wants to know what turns buyers off, so they can get their homes sold as quickly as possible, for as much as possible.

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'Going green' at South Padre Island Golf Club
South Padre recently applied for an Urban Land Institute award based on its unique water-oriented harbor community and wetlands mitigation. The community, which fronts Laguna Madre Bay and is located on the mainland seven miles from South Padre Island, offers a 27-hole links-style golf course with a fourth nine in the works. Within the development is a 17-acre harbor parcel adjacent to the Laguna Acosta National Wildlife Refuge.

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Homeowners Insurance Quotes Reflect The Age Of Your House
According to an article recently published on InsuranceAgents.com, whether or not you’re purchasing a new home or resale home is a big factor in what kind of homeowners insurance quotes you will receive. The article, titled ‘New or Used? Homes That Affect Your Homeowners Insurance,’

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South Padre Island Offers An Ideal Setting For Water Sports
From calm, shallow bay waters to Gulf of Mexico waves, South Padre Island’s unique setting provides world-class conditions for several popular water sports year-round. The Island offers windsurfing, kiteboarding, surfing, kayaking and diving opportunities for all experience levels, from beginners to experts.

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Island Expects Strong Summer Travel Season
The CVB reports that the number of visitors to the island in the last six months has definitely increased over the previous year. In the first quarter of 2010, taxable lodging sales on South Padre Island were up 29.5 percent.

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New Condo Tower for South Padre Island
A developer based in Monterrey, Mexico, is planning to build a 39-story condominium tower on South Padre Island that would be the tallest building in the Rio Grande Valley.

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Mortgage More than It Is Worth? Apply for a Loan Modification
In the most recent couple of years, more people across the United States have found themselves in similar situations. The amount that they owe on their mortgage is higher than what their home is valued at. It all started when the banks were giving out loans to individuals at a rate that has never been seen before.

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Pending Home Sales Ease in Post-Tax Credit Market
Pending home sales edged down with near-term sales expected to be notably lower in contrast to the spring surge when buyers rushed to take advantage of the home buyer tax credit, according to the National Association of Realtors®.

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South Padre Island Golf Club One of Top 100 Master Planned Communities
Continuing to impress the national media, South Padre Island Golf Club has garnered a place on a national list of the top master planned communities in the U.S. During a nine month long selection process Where to Retire magazine’s editors visited hundreds of communities across the country and evaluated them based on amenities, cost of living, location, and the views and experiences of those who actually live in the communities.

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South Padre Island Offers a Fisherman's Paradise
With more than 600 different fish species inhabiting the Island's waters, sport fishing is a favorite year-round activity, from surfcasting to deep sea fishing. South Padre Island has many experienced fishing guides, serving both large and small groups. They will work to ensure the success of your outings. Additional information on fishing and fishing guides can be found on www.sopadre.com.

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Specialty Mortgages: Risks and Rewards
In high-priced housing markets, it can be difficult to afford a home. That’s why a growing number of home buyers are forgoing traditional fixed-rate mortgages and standard adjustable-rate mortgages and instead opting for a specialty mortgage that lets them “stretch” their income so they can qualify for a larger loan.
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Teams Announced For South Padre Island Invitational
The South Padre Island Invitational, one of college basketball's elite Thanksgiving tournaments, has put together another stellar field that includes two teams which participated in the 2010 NCAA Tournament.

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Top 10 Deal Breakers & How To Avoid Them
Here are the top 10 deal breakers buyers and sellers encounter that can impact the sale of a home:

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Why You Should Work With a REALTOR®
Not all real estate practitioners are REALTORS®. The term REALTOR® is a registered trademark that identifies a real estate professional who is a member of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION of REALTORS® and subscribes to its strict Code of Ethics.

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A Guide to Search for Condo Rentals on South Padre Island
Get quick accurate information and tips about renting condos and beach houses on South Padre Island. Finding places to stay on South Padre is easy. The island has thousands of condominiums available for all types of vacation activities. The most common are the beachfront condos with private access to the beach and balconies overlooking gulf.
By John Wagman 08/08/2010

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Nature Conservancy donates nature preserve on South Padre Island to U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
South Padre Island Preserve’s endangered species will be protected through transfer of land to Laguna Atascosa National Wildlife Refuge

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South Padre Island Vacation Rentals On Any Budget
Find great deals on a family vacation to South Padre Island, Texas! SouthPadreIslandVacationRentals.org has incredible South Padre Island vacation rental deals, discounts, and savings that will make your trip affordable and fun.

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