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  • Spring Cleanup Chores To Increase Curb Appeal At Your Property

    Whether you are getting a property ready to sell on the summer real estate market or just looking to spruce up a place to make it more alluring for new rental tenants, spring cleanup is necessary to shake off the drabness of winter. The following external property checklist can help you make sure every outdoor task is covered so your property has optimum curb appeal for potential buyers or tenants.
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  • You Need To Know The Difference Between Reappraisal And Reassessment

    When it comes to valuing your house, there are two different terms that you will hear being thrown around. While they may sound similar, they are actually different. They both value your house and your property but do it for different reasons.  Appraisal When you have an appraisal done, a professional appraiser comes and evaluates your property and house. They are looking for things like what basics your house has, such as how many bathrooms, bedrooms, and rooms in general your house has.
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  • Online Property Auction Tips

    Online property auctions are a simple, convenient way of buying property. You can buy almost any type of property from homes, land, or commercial real estate. You can also find really good deals on foreclosures or government seized property. However, knowing how to navigate online auctions, winning, and spotting good deals can be tricky. Here are tips on online property auctions: 1. Have a plan Before you even search for online auctions you need a plan.
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  • Top Reasons To Move To A Mobile Home

    Are you considering moving out of your current home? Are you in need of a new place to live? If you've been looking at house and apartment rentals in your area, you've been missing out if you have neglected to also research mobile home rentals in your area. Here are some reasons why a mobile home might be a better option than many houses or apartments:  Privacy: While a house will give you adequate privacy, many apartments will not.
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  • Packing Books Properly So They Stay In Great Shape

    If you are moving to a new home and you have several books that you intend on placing in storage, keeping them from unnecessary damage is important. Many people will just throw books into a box and place into a storage unit, possibly causing bindings to break as a result. Taking the time to package books properly is key in keeping them from deterioration. Here are some tips to use when placing books into storage.
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  • Three Tips For Choosing The Perfect Apartment

    If you reside in an area where competition is high for apartments or you are relocating and have to find a rental quickly, it can be tempting to just pick the first place you look at. Try not to do this. Typically, a lease lasts for at least one year, so you don't want to end up regretting your next move. Here are three tips to help you choose your next apartment wisely.
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  • Know Your Rights! Ask These Three Important Questions Before Signing A Lease On Your New Living Space

    Finding the perfect apartment can be very stressful, especially if you are in a hurry to relocate. Making decisions in the heat of the moment is costly. Once you have found what you are looking for, you may not think of all of the many important questions you have to ask. It is important to remember that if it looks too good to be true, it may very well be. Before finding a perfect renting space that turns into a disaster, ask these three important questions.
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  • 4 Reasons To Hire A Property Management Company For Your Real Estate

    If you own property that you want to rent out, you may be thinking about doing it on your own. However, the best way would be to hire a property management company to do it for you. Here are four reasons why: Gain More Profits: There is a common myth that a property manager will cost you more than is necessary, which will cut into the profits that you make on a rental property.
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  • 3 Mistakes To Avoid In Your New Commercial Property

    If you are looking to move to a new property, you want to make sure you are getting what you need. Not all pieces of property are the same. Because of this, you need to take your time and go through everything to prevent getting into a property that isn't going to work for you. To help ensure your new commercial property provides you with everything you need, here are three mistakes you want to avoid.
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  • Inherit A Share Of Your Grandparent's Home? What Are Your Options?

    Losing a grandparent is never easy -- especially when you find yourself embroiled in an estate conflict with your cousins while you're still grieving. While estates that consist primarily of cash, investment accounts, or other assets that are easily liquidated, dividing an estate among a number of heirs can be difficult when funds are locked up in illiquid assets like homes, vehicles, or art. Read on to learn more about your options after inheriting a portion of your grandparent's illiquid estate.
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