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Buy a mobile home?
I can't afford a house right now but I want my own place. I found a great deal on a mobile home but i'm nto sure about selling it again if i ever get the money. This would help me move out of my parents place and get me closer to work. are mobile homes hard to resell? are there agents who help sell and list mobile homes?
- Asked by Corbin U
- Indiana, PA
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Do I have to do anything special to move out of state?
I want to leave Florida and move to Illinois, is there anything special that I have to do? Do i have to file something or pay a tax to move out of state? I don't own a home yet but I am looking at places outside of Chicago.
- Asked by Ron L
- Tampa, FL
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- Updated 3 hours ago
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There’s a home here in Charlotte, Mi 48813 ?
I would like to get info and see home at 420 Prairie St in Charlotte, Mi please I understand it’s a foreclosure
- Asked by Kathy A Aaron
- Charlotte,
- 4 views
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- Updated 23 hours ago
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How do I make my offer stand out?
I'm looking at homes in a highly competitive area of San Jose where bidding wars are common. I want to make my offer stand out. My budget is limited compared to others and I can't just outbid someone. How do I make my offer stand out in other ways?
- Asked by Avi
- San Jose,
- 33 views
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- Updated 1 day ago
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Do I need an agent to go see a house I like?
There is a house in a neighborhood I like that is for sale and I want to go see it but I'm not sure how. Do i just call and make an appointment or do i need to have a realtor to take me? If i get a realtor, do I have to pay them? How much does it cost to see a house?
- Asked by Corbin L
- Torrance, CA
- 29 views
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- Updated 1 day ago
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How can I get approved of an fha loan to buy a house asap ?
I am in need of a home for my family and my mother inlaw I need at least a five bedroom room or an inlaw sweet and I need it like asap
- Asked by Carol Hart
- Verona,
- 25 views
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- Updated 2 days ago
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Documents for buying a home in Michigan?
Are there any Michigan agents that can help me? What documents do I need to buy a home in Michigan. I can go to the bank and get preapproved for a loan, do I need anything else?
- Asked by Ken D
- Bay City, MI
- 23 views
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- Updated 2 days ago
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When should I get pre-approved for a mortgage?
Hi. I've heard that I need to get pre-approved for mortgage before I get a house. But when do I get pre-approved for a mortgage? How long before I start looking for a home do I need to start pre-approval? Or can I get pre-approved while looking for a home?
- Asked by Santiago
- Tempe, AZ
- 167 views
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- Updated 3 days ago
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How do I stay organized/plan when buying a home?
I'm in the initial steps for buying a home. I want to know what's coming next and what to plan for. I've seen some pdf checklists for home buying, but is there something better than this? Is there something online that will walk me through a checklist of steps and prepare me for what's next?
- Asked by Maggie
- 86 views
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- Updated 3 days ago
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How do I confirm property lines?
I'm buying a house and want to have the property lines confirmed before I make an offer. I believe the seller is stating that the property is larger than it actually is. I want to protect myself and make an offer that aligns with the actual size of the property. So, how do I confirm the property lines?
- Asked by Ken
- Pigeon Forge, TN
- 26 views
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- Updated 1 week ago
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Don't want furniture included?
The seller is insisting that they sell the furniture with the sale of the home. They're wanting an additional $20K for the furniture. I don't want the furniture and don't want to pay the additional $20K. But the seller won't budge. I really want the house. What do it do?
- Asked by Robin
- Reno, NV
- 53 views
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- Updated 1 week ago
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Moving to Dallas oregon?
Like I will have 7000 in cash this week. I have been without a home. Small repairs ok. No leaky roof. Have dog.
- Asked by Alena Jarman
- Dallas Oregon, FL
- 13 views
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- Updated 1 week ago
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Which Community is Better Tuscany Hills or Canyon Hills?
We're thinking of moving from Australia to be closer to our family and narrow down our search to the two communities in Lake Elsinore, CA. Which community do you think is better for a family with kids, Tuscany Hills or Canyon Hills in Lake Elsinore, CA? We need a local agent's expertise and will be a bonus if the agent lives in one of these communities to share their personal experience.
- Asked by Joseph Kinder
- Lake Elsinore, CA
- 51 views
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- Updated 2 weeks ago
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Is Canyon Hills in Lake Elsinore a good place to live?
I am thinking of moving to Canyon Hills with my family this spring or summer, and I am very interested in knowing if Canyon Hills is a good place to live for families with kids and what sets Canyon Hills apart from other communities. Looking to work with a local Canyon Hills Realtor who possibly lives in the community and knows the area very well.
- Asked by Joseph R.
- Lake Elsinore, CA
- 55 views
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- Updated 2 weeks ago
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What is the 3 3 3 rule in real estate?
I've heard this a lot but I'm not sure what it means when it comes to deciding to buy a home. what is the 3 3 3 rule? Why is it important?
- Asked by Georgia
- Cary, NC
- 92 views
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- Updated 2 weeks ago
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Should I write the seller a letter?
We want to put an offer on a home in a competitive area. I've heard mixed opinions on writing a "love letter" to the seller. Some people swear by them and say it's the reason they got the home. Others have said it could cause discrimination and we shouldn't write a letter.
If we write a letter, what details should we include and what should be leave out?- Asked by Chelsea
- San Jose, CA
- 38 views
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- Updated 2 weeks ago
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Home inspection with snow?
We had our home inspection, but there was so much snow on the roof, the inspector wouldn't go out on it. We understand this. However, we also want to protect ourselves if there is an issue. Can we put a clause in the offer that would cover issues that come up once the snow melts? We are most concerned about big issues like the roof or water leaking.
- Asked by Brett
- Antigo, WI
- 110 views
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- Updated 1 month ago
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Is my offer too aggressive?
My agent wants me to put an offer at 1.92mm with 150k earnest and waive contingencies for inspection and appraisal. The home has pre inspection in July 2025. Do you think this is too aggressive?
- Asked by Ankur Garg
- Sammamish, WA
- 107 views
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- Updated 1 month ago
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i plan to buy a house in Florida in cash?
My husband wants nothing to do with it. We have separate accounts.. We do filing jointly with the IRS. Can i buy the house under my name?
- Asked by Mercedes Lanwehr
- Amawalk ny,
- 94 views
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- Updated 2 months ago
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Are realtors required to report crimes in a home?
If there was a crime in the home does a realtor or home seller need to disclose this? If not, how do I see crimes for a specific home?
- Asked by Allison
- Tallahassee, FL
- 135 views
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- Updated 2 months ago
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Should we buy a house with mold and foundation issues?
We put an offer on a house and the insepction found that there's mold upstairs and serious foundation issues. We asked the seller to give a credit for the cost of fixing these issues. They agreed to $5k, but it'll be closer to $30K to fix everything. We're wondering if these are major red flags and if we should back out of our offer.
We're under pressure because our current house sold and we need to be out in a little over a month.- Asked by Annalise
- Cambridge, OH
- 73 views
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- Updated 3 months ago
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How can a I buy a hud house with zero down ?
Would like to know if there are any programs to help me with a hud home am in Stockbridge Jonesboro Georgia area
- Asked by Victoria
- Stockbridge, GA
- 308 views
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- Updated 3 months ago
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Can I make an offer on a pending house?
Hi. There is a house I'm interested in that is listed as pending. Can i still contact the selling agent and try to get an offer in?
- Asked by Juan P
- San Marcos, CA
- 2160 views
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- Updated 4 months ago
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Should I get an appraisal as a cash buyer?
Is it a good idea to get an appraisal even if I'm a cash buyer? Thanks.
- Asked by Chin
- San Jose, CA
- 2089 views
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- Updated 4 months ago
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Like to become a first time home owner what I need to do?
Looking to become a first time home owner what and who do I need to reach out to I found a home I'm interested in buying but I need assistance?
- Asked by David Lambert
- AUGUSTA GA, FL
- 1972 views
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- Updated 4 months ago
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How long does an appraisal take?
When do I make the appointment and how much out of my day can I expect one to take?
- Asked by Jen K
- Anchorage, AK
- 2034 views
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- Updated 4 months ago
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Can a minor buy a house in California ?
How old do you need to be to buy a house in California? If a minor wants to buy a house does an adult need to be on the deed as well?
- Asked by Sabrina
- Los Angeles, CA
- 2401 views
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- Updated 4 months ago
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Does a room have to have a closet to be considered a bedroom?
Antique home, many bedrooms are built without closets?
- Asked by Betty E.
- Augusta, ME
- 2161 views
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- Updated 4 months ago
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Does a bedroom have to have a closet to be a bedroom?
How large does the closet have to be and does it have to have doors. Can you just have shelves. Does it have to be built in?
- Asked by Diane Rose
- Orlando fl,
- 2169 views
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- Updated 4 months ago
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How long does a seller have to respond to my offer?
Just wondering, if i put an offer on a house, how long can the seller take to respond?
- Asked by Shannon
- Springfield, MO
- 2427 views
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- Updated 4 months ago
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What does pending mean?
What does pending mean? Can I still see a pending house or make an offer? TY
- Asked by Yevette
- Albuquerque, NM
- 3132 views
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- Updated 4 months ago
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Can I view a house that's contingent?
There's an adorable house that i really want to see, but it's listed as contingent. Can I still tour a contingent house? Can I put an offer on a contingent house?
- Asked by Mera
- San Diego, CA
- 112 views
- Buying
- Updated 4 months ago
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Do you pay Florida sales tax when purchasing real estate?
I want to know if I buy a house in Florida, do I pay sales tax on that purchase? It would be a vacation home, not my permanent residence.
- Asked by San Gilno
- Fresno, OH
- 4116 views
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- Updated 4 months ago
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Can someone else pay my mortgage?
My mom wants to buy me a house but we want it all in my name. Can she pay the mortgage but it is my house?
- Asked by George K
- Gibbsboro, NJ
- 403 views
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- Updated 4 months ago
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Signed a buyers agreement, am I stuck with that agent?
I signed a buyers agreement because I wanted to see a house. Can I only work with that agent to buy a house now? Can I see houses without an agent?
- Asked by Bette M
- Ellicott City, MD
- 157 views
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- Updated 4 months ago
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Does the buyer’s agent have to disclose if they know the listing agent?
Does the buyer’s agent have to disclose if they know the listing agent as their ex in-laws? The husband in the team that represented us was the listing agent’s ex brother in law. Conflict of interests? Enough to void the contract?
- Asked by Alison A.
- Anderson, SC
- 483 views
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- Updated 4 months ago
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What to do-- agent's poor hygiene is turning me off?
I didn't meet my real estate agent in person initially, we only talked on the phone. I liked his responses and approach, so I chose to work with him to buy a home. It's been a few weeks of touring homes together, and his poor hygiene is really getting to me and grossing me out. It's to a point where I don't even want to view homes with him. At first I thought it was a blip, but it's pretty much constant. The worst part is his terrible breath, and he loves to talk about all the details of the house. Meanwhile, I'm trying not to puke. He has a lot of experience and I like his thoughtfulness and work ethic. But I just don't know if I can handle the smells and habits. What do I do???
- Asked by Beth
- Knoxville, TN
- 231 views
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- Updated 4 months ago
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How do I find a HUD foreclosures agent for help me ? ?
like to find a house in the out skirts of so part of Littleton Co. Horses allowed : house needing work/remodeling done ,house needs to be on the larger side as at least 4 bathrooms 4 Bedrooms, 2 stories ,have enough land /acreage around for Horses ,at least 4 -5 horses need a 3 car garage (attached) willing to work on what I want Southern area of the Highland ranch /Littleton area willing to work with what is close to my wants.
- Asked by Marion Hoffman Please Call Or Text 720 648 4993
- Littleton, FL
- 1726 views
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- Updated 5 months ago
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How can I find a real lender that will help me apply for go?
I've been trying to search for a lender that will actually for real help me with applying for government first time by our programs and grants
- Asked by Laura Swift
- Taunton Massachusetts, FL
- 279 views
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- Updated 5 months ago
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How do I buy a home sight unseen?
We live in Tucson and want to relocate to the Huntley, IL (or surrounding) area next spring. We want to purchase a home sight unseen and move to arrive after closing on it, and are looking for a relocation specialist who can help us navigate this process.
- Asked by Karen A H.
- Huntley, IL
- 477 views
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- Updated 5 months ago
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How do I cancel a buyer's agreement?
We signed a buyer's agreement to look at homes in our desired area. We thought we were going to work with a specific agent, but then another agent was assigned to us. That agent is not a good fit and we want to cancel the buyer's agreement immediately and work with a new company. How do we cancel a buyer's agreement quickly? We are on a tight timeline and don't have time to let the agreement run out. There's also no way we want to continue with the current agency.
- Asked by Drew
- Naperville, IL
- 878 views
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- Updated 5 months ago
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Do I have to pay sales tax if I buy a home in Florida?
I want to buy a home in Florida. Do I have to pay sales tax on the purchase of said home?
- Asked by Mark
- DeLand, FL
- 950 views
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- Updated 6 months ago
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Is it rude to go to an open house to browse?
We've always enjoyed looking at houses. We browse model homes and open houses to get ideas for our own house and to know what's selling around us. There's a lot of lovely homes near us and we enjoy seeing them. We're not obnoxious about anything and don't lie about our intentions. But sometimes we feel bad or feel like the agent is upset that we're in the home. While I understand their disappointment that we're not going buy the house, we also don't take away any time or energy from them. The house is open and the agent has to be there anyway, so why do some agents seem upset by us viewing the home? Is browsing at an open house an unspoken no-no?
- Asked by Beth
- Charlotte, NC
- 888 views
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- Updated 6 months ago
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Earnest money at closing?
Does the buyer get the earnest money back yes or no? or is the earnest money for good faith? Where does the earnest money go? Does it go to the closing cost for my understanding my realtors that I would get the money back after closing?
- Asked by Jolene Iacabone
- Pueblo, FL
- 1382 views
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- Updated 7 months ago
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Merge land plots or keep separate?
If I bought my neighbors property, can I merge that plot of land with my own? Or is it better to keep it as 2 separate plots? If I tear down the house currently on the property and keep it as open land or land with a pool, would that change the property taxes that I pay?
- Asked by Kyle
- Manhattan, IL
- 1430 views
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- Updated 7 months ago
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I want to buy 1/2 of duplex with full ownership ?
Do you have have any listings in Reno or Sparks Nevada where I can buy 1/2 of duplex with each person having their own title?
- Asked by Nancy Hinds
- Reno, FL
- 835 views
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- Updated 7 months ago
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Eligibility for Buying ?
Hello, 1 am 60 Y old looking for small house (under 300K /mortgage PM around $1500) to buy in San Jose/ Santa Clara county. What are the restrictions and affordability? Thank you
- Asked by Anupama V.
- SAN JOSE, FL
- 582 views
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- Updated 8 months ago
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How common is it for a buyer to seek a re-valuation ?
I’m the buyer, my agent says “I’m in shock” when the appraisal came back 50K lower on a manufactured home asking $290,000. Appraisal was $242,000.00. Not “Hey good news your payments might be lower…” I’m in shock at her behavior. Who actively seeks out ways to pay more each month?
- Asked by Scott
- Klamath Falls, OR
- 594 views
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- Updated 8 months ago
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Does the home seller need to disclose water issues?
Hi,
Does the home seller need to disclose water issues, flooding, or leaking? Our first home had water issues, and we don't want to ever deal with that again. What can we do to ensure that we buy a dry house?- Asked by Crystal
- Destin, FL
- 1846 views
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- Updated 8 months ago
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I am retiring in two years. Should I buy now?
I will retire in two years and want to buy a home in Texas to be closer to family; currently in Pennsylvania. My thought process - I still would have a job (credit score is in the exceptional range) and I would have a couple to years to make any improvements to the home while still employed. Inventory is high right now and I may be able to get a good deal. Is this a wise idea? (note - Cedar Hill or Duncanville TX is where I am currently looking)
- Asked by Biddy Brooks
- Cedar Hill, TX
- 637 views
- Buying
- Updated 8 months ago
