Chris Richards,GRI's Q&A

In Missouri, Realtors use the tax records for the MLS data.  They were most likely using square footage instead of acres and it was a typo.

In the St. Louis, Mo. area, there is a list of "inclusions" on the first page of our contract which includes the stove, unless it is specifically excluded  by the seller under special agreements. 

You can have the spouse sign a waiver of marital rights form in order to avoid having a spouse on the deed.chrisChris Richards, GRIBroker/SalespersonPrudential Patterson Realtors

As the other agents have told you, this home was built in 1954.  I am including the website for St. Louis County tax records for you, in case you want to use it to look up other information that is of Public Record.http://revenue.stlouisco.com/ias/All you have to do is type in the address and all the information is available to you.I hope this helps you now and in the future,  chrisChris Richards, GRIBroker/SalespersonPrudential Patterson Realtors

The following public records website will give you the information you need:http://www.co.st-louis.mo.us/Click on the "Real Estate Information" linkGo to the bottom and put in the address.Hope this information is helpful to you.Chris Richards, GRIBroker/SalespersonPrudential Patterson

Zillow uses "zestimates" of your homes values...realtors use comparable listings and sales in your area.  If you want a more accurate idea of the value of your home, contact a Realtor.  They will be happy to help you.  Zillow remains a good tool for information for consumers and is free.  Realtors should provide you with a comparative market analysis for free as well.ChrisChris Richards GRIMissouri Licensed Broker/SalespersonPrudential Patterson Realtors

I lived in Chesterfield for 20 years and moved to the Florissant area.  Now, my Chesterfield acquaintenances wonder if I can market their Chesterfield homes???If your agent is marketing aggressively, staying in contact with you with updates. including you in the decision making, coming up with new marketing ideas and has your home priced right, I don't think changing to a Florissant agent is going to make any difference.  The only snag would be if the house is vacant and the agent needs to keep an eye on it.  It is quite a drive to Florissant from Chesterfield.As long as you have good representation, you probably don't need to change.  Talk to your agent first.Take care,chrisChris Richards, GRIBroker/Salesperson

When you "bid" on a HUD house, like bidding at an auction, the highest bidder wins the bid.  Your agent should be able to tell you what the other bids are as soon as they are posted on the FirstPreston site.HUD seems to be pricing their properties so well that multiple contracts are coming in.  Owner/occupants are bidding over the list price, sometimes quite a bit over the list price.  Someone else wrote a contract that netted HUD more than yours. 

Hi Workingirl,      I too, am finding that homes are selling in this market.  I work primarily with buyers and they are very interesting in finding the right home, at the right price in order to close in time to take advantage of the new tax credits available.  We have to be under contract by the end of April to qualify.    Make sure your house is in tip top shape and find several experienced realtors to give you a detailed price opinion of your property.  They should be able to provide you with specific data from the MLS and from tax records on active listings (which will be your competition), houses currently under contract and the most important, houses that have sold in the past year.  Finding suitable comparable sales to help find the right price for your home is key in a quick sale.   Since we are not allowed to solicit your business here on Zillow, I suggest contacting the St. Louis Association of Realtors and asking for a referral of several top agents in your area.  That way, you can compare their pricing data, marketing capabilities and references to decide upon the right realtor for you.   Good luck in your homeselling experience.Best wishes,chrisChris Richards, GRIBroker/SalespersonPrudential Patterson Realtors