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Real Estate Investing: 3 Insider Tips to Winning House, Land or Foreclosure Auctions

September 2nd, 2016 · Comments Off on Real Estate Investing: 3 Insider Tips to Winning House, Land or Foreclosure Auctions

House, land and foreclosure auctions can be one of the most nerve-wracking ways to buy a property. However, if you prepare yourself with proven bidding tactics, auctions can be a great way to purchase your dream home at a competitive price.

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Buying for Retirement: 3 Reasons Why You’ll Want to Buy Your Retirement Home Before You Retire

September 1st, 2016 · Comments Off on Buying for Retirement: 3 Reasons Why You’ll Want to Buy Your Retirement Home Before You Retire

While it may seem like a big time commitment to find a new home while you’re still busy with your work there are several significant financial benefits to purchasing your retirement home before you actually do retire. Here are our top reasons why.

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Buying Your First Home? Learn These 5 Essential Home Maintenance Skills as Soon as Possible

August 31st, 2016 · Comments Off on Buying Your First Home? Learn These 5 Essential Home Maintenance Skills as Soon as Possible

New homes can be scary. But when you take the time to think about it, and plan ahead, maintaining a home is easier than you think – a manageable mix of experience and common sense. Here are five skills that will help maintain your new home for years to come.

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Real Estate Investing: How to Find Great Deals on Undeveloped Lots with Big Potential

August 30th, 2016 · Comments Off on Real Estate Investing: How to Find Great Deals on Undeveloped Lots with Big Potential

Purchasing a plot of land can be one of the best investments to make. A landowner has great (but not unlimited) freedom in how to develop their plot, and land never expires so its potential is essentially infinite. That said, buying undeveloped or vacant land can be risky business, so read on to find tips on purchasing a plot.

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What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – August 29, 2016

August 29th, 2016 · Comments Off on What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – August 29, 2016

Last week’s economic reports included readings on new and existing home sales, a speech by Fed Chair Janet Yellen, and a report on consumer sentiment. Weekly reports on mortgage rates and new jobless claims were also released.

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Tags: Mortagage Tips

Foundation Problems? Here’s What to Do If You’re Worried About Your Home’s Foundation

August 26th, 2016 · Comments Off on Foundation Problems? Here’s What to Do If You’re Worried About Your Home’s Foundation

There are many reasons why a house’s foundation might crack or shift – including temperature variances in the soil surrounding it, since earth expands in heat and contracts in cold. But whatever the reason, there are certain steps to follow when addressing concerns about your house’s foundation.

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Tags: Around The Home

Electronic Gopher Repellers and 4 Other Home Gizmos You Never Thought You Needed

August 25th, 2016 · Comments Off on Electronic Gopher Repellers and 4 Other Home Gizmos You Never Thought You Needed

As a homeowner, thinking outside the box, gadget-wise, can lead you to gizmos that solve your problems – even ones you didn’t know you had – in more humane, sustainable, energy-efficient ways than ever before. Read on to find out about five such inventions.

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Tags: Around The Home

Thinking about Refinancing? 3 Ways That You Can Boost Your Home’s Assessed Value First

August 24th, 2016 · Comments Off on Thinking about Refinancing? 3 Ways That You Can Boost Your Home’s Assessed Value First

In an effort to boost the value of their property, many homeowners invest in renovations that will help them sell at a higher price. However, with all of the renovation options, it can be hard to know what kind of fix-ups are really worth investing time and money into.

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Tags: Home Mortgage Tips

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – August 22, 2016

August 22nd, 2016 · Comments Off on What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – August 22, 2016

Last week’s economic news included the NAHB Housing Market Index, Commerce Department releases on housing starts and building permits issued. Weekly reports on mortgage rates and new jobless claims were also released.

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Pocket the Profits: The Secrets to Selling Your Home above the Asking Price

August 19th, 2016 · Comments Off on Pocket the Profits: The Secrets to Selling Your Home above the Asking Price

We all want to sell our homes at above asking price, but what is it that makes a seller succeed at this? Here’s our expert advice on how you can sell your home above the asking price.

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Tags: Home Seller Tips