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How Do I Determine The Initial Offer?

January 15th, 2016 · Comments Off on How Do I Determine The Initial Offer?

As you’ll see in this video, unless you have a buyer’s agent remember that the agent works for the seller. Make a point of asking him or her to keep your discussions and information confidential.

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Buying or Selling a Home This Winter? Keep These Tax Tips in Mind!

December 10th, 2015 · Comments Off on Buying or Selling a Home This Winter? Keep These Tax Tips in Mind!

With all of the expense that can go into buying or selling your home, it’s good to be aware of what you can claim and how a home can benefit you come tax time.

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From Big to Small: How to Downsize from a Large House to a Smaller, More Efficient Home

August 28th, 2015 · Comments Off on From Big to Small: How to Downsize from a Large House to a Smaller, More Efficient Home

If you’re moving from a large home into a smaller house or condo, you’re probably looking forward to enjoying a lower heating bill and not having to do as much cleaning. But before you move, you’ll want to take certain precautions to ensure that you’re not overwhelmed.

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3 Handy Tips That Will Prevent Serious Stress when Buying and Selling a Home at the Same Time

August 13th, 2015 · Comments Off on 3 Handy Tips That Will Prevent Serious Stress when Buying and Selling a Home at the Same Time

It’s not easy, but staying calm will help you to plan for your upcoming home purchase and sale and make the process easier. So how can you avoid the stress? Here are three strategies that will keep you calm, no matter what may happen.

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Real Estate Terminology 101: What Exactly Is A “Buyer’s Market”?

August 6th, 2015 · Comments Off on Real Estate Terminology 101: What Exactly Is A “Buyer’s Market”?

If you’ve been following the real estate industry for any length of time, you’ve probably heard the phrase “buyer’s market” at some point. And although the meaning may seem apparent, it takes some study to understand what actually constitutes a buyer’s market. Who decides whether it’s a buyer’s or seller’s market? What’s the threshold for deciding between the two? Here’s what you need to know.

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3 Trends That Will Help Shape Your Local Real Estate Market in 2015

July 21st, 2015 · Comments Off on 3 Trends That Will Help Shape Your Local Real Estate Market in 2015

Each real estate market is unique in various ways, and your local real estate agent can help you to become more familiar with the trends in your community. However, while each market may be unique, there are some common trends that you can expect to be rather widespread across many communities throughout the next year.

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Real Estate Investing: Why Buying Raw Land Can Be an Excellent Long-term Strategy

May 21st, 2015 · Comments Off on Real Estate Investing: Why Buying Raw Land Can Be an Excellent Long-term Strategy

When many people think about investing in property, they think about purchasing income-producing real estate such as a residential property or an office building with tenants. By learning more about the benefits of investing in raw land, you may be ready to start searching for real estate to invest in soon.

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You Ask, We Answer: How Does the Escrow Process Work when Buying a Home?

May 12th, 2015 · Comments Off on You Ask, We Answer: How Does the Escrow Process Work when Buying a Home?

When you purchase a new home, escrow is a word that you will hear numerous times from different parties. There are several types of escrow accounts that will be established, and you may be wondering where your money will go when placed in an escrow account or how it is applied to your transaction

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Real Estate Roundup: The Top 5 Apps to Use When Buying or Selling a Home

May 8th, 2015 · Comments Off on Real Estate Roundup: The Top 5 Apps to Use When Buying or Selling a Home

Just as you may use various mobile apps to streamline and simplify other aspects of your life, you can also use some well-designed apps to improve your overall experience when you are buying or selling property. These are some of the best apps for you to use as you move forward with your real estate plans.

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Understanding Commissions and How Your Real Estate Agent is Compensated When Your Home Sells

April 8th, 2015 · Comments Off on Understanding Commissions and How Your Real Estate Agent is Compensated When Your Home Sells

When you make the decision to sell your home, you may eagerly seek assistance from a skilled real estate agent. With a closer look at how real estate commissions are earned, you will see that your agent will work hard for his or her compensation.

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