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Business 2.0 magazine ranks the top 10 cities for buying property now. Experts say that while these locales may not be immune to the current housing malaise, eventually property values in these places, for a variety of reasons, are likely to zoom. Here's the list, along with the projected gain in...

 Make your home more appealing for potential buyers with these quick and easy tips.   •1.  Trim bushes so they don't block windows and cut down on light. •2.  Buy a new doormat. •3. Put a pot of bright flowers (or a small evergreen in winter) on your porch. •4.  Put new doorknobs on your doors. •...

As I watched the Olympics this past weekend and reflected on what the majority of the athletics said they did to get ready for their race, I thought about my Real Estate career.  Most of the athletics said the same thing, just in different words. But all of them said "THEY HAD A VISION" and "THEY...

As I watched the Olympics this past weekend and reflected on what the majority of the athletics said they did to get ready for their race, I thought about my Real Estate career.  Most of the athletics said the same thing, just in different words. But all of them said "THEY HAD A VISION" and "THEY...

Actually, most homes can be sold in today's market in a reasonable amount of time, generally within two or three months, and most sellers are getting close to their asking prices. There are nine steps in selling a home. If you're having a problem selling your home, review the following to try and...

Business 2.0 magazine ranks the top 10 cities for buying property now. Experts say that while these locales may not be immune to the current housing malaise, eventually property values in these places, for a variety of reasons, are likely to zoom. Here's the list, along with the projected gain in...

What is the return on new versus previously owned homes?Buying into a new-home community may seem riskier than purchasing a house in an established neighborhood, but any increase in home value depends upon the same factors: quality of the neighborhood, growth in the local housing market and the s...

Credit Union Consumer Facts, http://www.cuna.org/data/consumer/advice/retire_home/hometoc.html  EnergyGuide.com EnergyStar.gov Provides an easy way to assess energy use and get quick tips on saving energy.   Environmental Protection Agency, www.epa.gov A one-stop shop for advice on testing for an...

 Make your home more appealing for potential buyers with these quick and easy tips.   •1.  Trim bushes so they don't block windows and cut down on light. •2.  Buy a new doormat. •3. Put a pot of bright flowers (or a small evergreen in winter) on your porch. •4.  Put new doorknobs on your doors. ...

There are 4 phases, or lifecycles, to real estate and here is how it often goes. Phase 1: You will see new construction, bright shiny homes popping up, landscaping contests, baby strollers and tricycles in the neighborhood. This is probably going on in the suburbs of the city, as new growth tends...