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Home Buying: The Seven Deadly Sins

no@spam.com (Max Nizamov) — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 12:29:23 CST

Whether you have been looking for a home for some time or just entering the market with your search, please consider these important mistakes a lot of buyers make. You'll be ahead of the curve if you can learn from the mistakes other homebuyers have been making.

10 Real Estate Abbreviations All Homebuyers Should Know

no@spam.com (Jamie Mathwig) — Mon, 17 Oct 2011 16:43:36 CDT

American Society of Home Inspectors. This is a non-profit professional society that governs ethics and best practices for inspectors. It is the largest society of its kind in North America and is recognized in the buyer-protection legislation of many states.

House Flipping: Wonder, Woe & Warnings

no@spam.com (Jamie Mathwig) — Mon, 17 Oct 2011 16:43:05 CDT

Popular home design shows have contributed greatly to the notoriety of this practice as have, perhaps to a lesser extent, the job losses many Americans have faced in recent years. Post-recession is a great time for house-flippers who still have capital to invest because many prices are so low. Buying a cheap house which only needs cosmetic improvements in a fairly good neighborhood is a fun, lucrative and gratifying investment.

Tips for Becoming a Landlord

no@spam.com (Realty Executives FL) — Mon, 27 Jun 2011 08:54:32 CDT

Many people have taken advantage of today's low home prices by buying investment properties for rentals. If this sounds like an investment strategy you would like to try, there are some things you should know about this type of investment.

Still the Buyer's Market

no@spam.com (Realty Executives FL) — Wed, 01 Jun 2011 08:40:47 CDT

Inventory is high and prices are low. Many homes have been on the market for quite some time, so list prices are often negotiable. There are also lots of foreclosures and short sales in our area. With patience, you may be able to land a foreclosure or a short sale at a fraction of what the home was once worth.

Vancouver Real Estate Soars Despite U.S. Market Troubles

no@spam.com (M Shane) — Thu, 26 May 2011 08:49:01 CDT

Vancouver real estate is renowned for its resilience, and has been among the few growing markets during the recent downturn in the global economy. Construction throughout the city and metropolitan region has continued at a steady pace, and sales have generally been seen to buck the trend by remaining buoyant and, perhaps more significantly, holding value.

Buying a Rental Home for Investment

no@spam.com (Jamie Mathwig) — Wed, 04 May 2011 01:00:00 CDT

Another thing to consider when you’re looking for an investment property is the crime rate in the area. Rents in high-crime areas are likely to be lower than in areas that have a lower rate of crime and you may find that you're more likely to avoid problems like vandalism and theft in a low-crime area too.

Going Coastal: Oceanside Living

no@spam.com (Lauren Spencer) — Mon, 04 Apr 2011 09:20:59 CDT

Whether you are in Europe, Africa, Australia, Asia or the Americas, owning waterfront property is something that most of us seem to aspire to. When we go on vacation, we often choose hotels, villas and cottages by the beach. But why are so many of us enamored by sea views? Just what is it that appeals to us about a rolling ocean and those endless cyan skies?

Why Build New Construction in Today's Market?

no@spam.com (Realty Executives FL) — Thu, 31 Mar 2011 08:43:00 CDT

In today's Florida real estate market, it's a question we hear everyday. There are still plenty of houses in inventory, so why would I choose new construction with prices so great on existing homes?

Where to Invest in Florida's Hot Real Estate Market

no@spam.com (Realty Executives FL) — Wed, 30 Mar 2011 08:52:39 CDT

Whether you are in the market as a seller or a buyer, it is wise to involve a realtor in your dealings. The best thing about these agents is that they are a great source of market intelligence and would be able to provide you with invaluable information.