Selling
Poor Investment Projects
In addition to being a poor investment, these projects will often hurt the future sale of your home: Turning a bedroom into another type of space Installing an above ground pool Not keeping paint colors […]
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Good To Know
Formulate Your Property Wish List
What does your future home look like? Where is it located? As you hunt down your dream home, consult this list to evaluate properties and keep your priorities top of mind. Neighborhoods What neighborhoods do […]
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Steps to Lower Homeowners Insurance Costs
The first step is to shop around; quotes on the same home can vary significantly from company to company. Review the Comprehensive Loss Underwriting Exchange report. CLUE reports detail the property’s claims history for the […]
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Ask These Questions When Choosing a Lender
Loan terms, rates, and products can vary significantly from one company to the next. When shopping around, these are a few things you should ask about. General questions: What are the most popular mortgages you […]
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Who Is LeadingRE
Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® is a network of 565 of the very best real estate firms that are located in over 70 countries. These firms have 4,300 offices with 130,000 sales associates. In 2017 these […]
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Prepare Yourself for Homeownership
Decide what you can afford. Generally, you can afford a home equal in value to between two and three times your gross income. Develop your home wish list. Then, prioritize the features on your list. […]
Buying
Reasons to Buy a Home
• Having a good place to raise children and provide them a good education. • Having a physical structure where you and your family can feel safe. • It allows you to have more space […]
Selling
Points to Consider Before Selling Your Own Home
Using an agent can net you 13% more studies have shown: FSBO $208K versus agent assisted $235K. How do buyers look for a house: 88% search on-line, 21% newspaper ads. How do buyers find the […]
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Learn the Mortgage Basics
Brush up on these mortgage basics to help you determine the loan that will best suit your needs. Mortgage terms. Mortgages are generally available at 15-, 20-, or 30-year terms. In general, the longer the […]
Selling
Suggestions on Pricing Your Home
Consider comparables. What have other homes in your neighborhood sold for recently? How do they compare to yours in terms of size, upkeep, and amenities? Consider competition. How many other houses are for sale in […]