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Getting your home ready to sell? These 2012 design faves will give you that updated look buyers want...without the updated cost. Best of all, most of these ideas can go with you to your new home. Colors Paint is the least expensive and most effective way to update your home. And this year, it's a...
09/20/2012
For six years, Sydney Walters wondered why his home was so hot in summer and so cold in winter. And why his family developed allergies and asthma. There was a reason for that: When Walters purchased the home from its original owners, he hadn't hired a home inspector. That home inspection could ha...
09/15/2012
Investing in a mixed-use property is one way of protecting your investment portfolio against an unstable economy. It enables you to diversify your portfolio while allowing you to maintain a stable income regardless of market conditions. Although there are several different types of mixed-use prop...
09/14/2012
All-season rooms - whether they're heated, fully insulated sunrooms or enclosed patios with an independent heating source - provide the perfect bridge between indoor and outdoor living spaces. But many homeowners aren't quite sure what to do with this sunny space. If you've got an all-season roo...
09/08/2012
Property valuation (or appraisal) of your real estate assets is a key aspect of property investment. It's important in the purchase and resale of a property, but also for insurance and financing purposes for the time you own the property. Understanding the valuation process allows you to assess a...
07/17/2012
Research shows professional photos and videos can increase the amount you receive for your house. Here are some tips on readying your home for the camera: Your home's curb appeal will tempt buyers to view it. Stand across the street from your home. Is it welcoming or unkempt? Tidy, de-clutter and...
07/16/2012
For many investors - even first-timers - purchasing seasonal properties can be lucrative. But while it may seem like a good thing to earn the bulk of your income over a short period of time, there are factors you need to take into account to ensure the investment is viable. Property Types: There ...
06/19/2012
We all know what it means to look after a home. Whether it's vacuuming regularly or applying a much-needed coat of paint, such care is an essential part of home ownership. But what if your home could actually help care for you? That's the driving concept behind the current research into the creat...
06/16/2012
Are you an empty nester? Starting a family? Anxious to move closer to downtown? They're all good reasons to want to move. But be sure you've thought it through. These tips may help: Ask an experienced real estate agent how much you should expect to get for your home and if fix-ups are required. P...
06/15/2012
Summer is back, so what are you waiting for?Whether it's the best foods to grill, the comfiest furniture to lounge on or the perfect backyard setup, here's to getting the most from summer 2012.The Barbecue One of today's hottest trends is stuffed burgers. Create your own by forming patties around...
06/15/2012
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