2016

  • Four Common Obstacles To Avoid When Selling Your Home

    Homes for sale in a competitive market need to be up to par with other houses in the area, but should also bring something unique to the table. While renovations and upgrades are important, putting some energy into the actual selling process can entice potential buyers as well. As a seller, here are four common obstacles you should try to avoid during the selling process. 1. Research Home Pricing If you bought your home a few years back at a high asking price, this might not be a realistic ask in the current market.
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  • Faqs About Balloon Mortgages

    For many homebuyers, a balloon mortgage is the ideal method of obtaining the finances needed to buy a home. The mortgage type has many benefits, but there are some drawbacks to consider. If you are interested in a balloon mortgage, here is what you need to know.  What Is a Balloon Mortgage? With some mortgage types, when you purchase a home, the monthly payments tend to remain the same throughout the course of the loan repayment period.
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  • 4 Reasons To Hire A Real Estate Agent When Buying A Home

    When it comes to purchasing a home, you will want to rely on professional advice.  Looking at homes for sale can simply be overwhelming and being capable of having an agent by your side is ideal. The challenges that accompany making the right home purchasing choice are many. By knowing some of the common reasons to rely on a real estate agent, this may be the encouragement you need to do so.
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  • New Homebuyer Tip: How To Inspect The Rafters In The Attic Crawl Space Of An Old House

    Old homes typically cost mush less than newly built homes and can be an attractive option for people and couples on a limited budget. The biggest concern is the condition of the house. A house in heavy disrepair could turn into a money pit and could end up costing you a lot more money than you had planned on spending. The two most important areas to look for potential trouble are the attic and the basement.
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  • Three Reasons Why You Should Hire A Property Manager To Manage Your Rental Property

    Owning a rental property can serve as a great source of recurring income. When you own a rental property, there are quite a few mundane aspects that must be taken care of in order for your home to be as rentable as it can possibly be. If you have a hectic life that limits your free time or live far away from the property, consider hiring a property manager to manage the property for you.
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  • Selling Your Home And It Was Appraised Too Low? What You Can Do About It

    If you are selling your home, you want to get the most money you can out of it. One factor that determines the price of your home is the appraisal. If you had your home appraised and they showed you a figure much lower than what you anticipated, below are some reasons why low appraisals happen and what you can do about it. How an Appraisal Works An appraiser uses two different methods to come to the value of your home.
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  • Retail Store Owners: How To Protect Your Employees From Robbery

    If you own a convenience store, clothing store or other type of store, you might worry about things like robbery. After all, if you have cash registers in your store, there is always the chance that a criminal will be tempted to rob your business. If you're wondering how you can cut down on this risk and protect both your employees and your business, consider these helpful tips. Install Surveillance Cameras
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  • Get A New Job In A New City? Why You Need A Townhome

    If you are taking a job in a new area and you aren't ready to buy a home, but you want more than a small apartment, there are a few different reasons you want to talk with a leasing agent about getting a townhome. There are many benefits to choosing a townhome over an apartment, or a one story condo. Explain to the agent that you need the following. You Want Space
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  • Five Factors To Consider When Looking For A Great Downtown Apartment

    If you are someone who enjoys the hustle and bustle of big city life, you may want to consider moving into a downtown apartment. There are often many great downtown apartments available above the businesses in a city. Before choosing one apartment over another, use the guide below to learn what factors to look for to ensure that you find the right apartment for you. Consider the Parking for the Apartment Building
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  • Buying A Home? 3 Things To Consider Aside From The House

    Buying a home is a huge decision, with the focus primarily being on things such as the home's design and how many bedrooms or bathrooms it has. The home itself is not the only thing you should be considering though. Pay attention to these 3 things when looking for a home that are unrelated to the house itself. The School District If you plan on having kids, the school district that you are in will be very important.
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