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We, meaning the real estate industry, say, "It's a buyer's market!" Buyers think that means that deals are available out in the big wide world of St Louis homes and condo's for sale. Although that's true, it's not the whole truth. The whole truth is that money pits, bad deals and half-hearted s...
07/06/2010
Home staging has long been a way to sell St Louis homes and condos for sale. In short, stagers come into your home, look the place over and start packing (if it's not already empty). They bring furniture, draperies and other things to make the home look warm, beautiful and inviting to buyers. Th...
06/09/2010
During a slow market, buyers have the biggest advantages of all. That's why now is a great time to buy a St. Louis home or condo. You can haggle without feeling guilty because you have the upper hand. Then, as the market bounces back, you get the extra bonus of rising prices making your home wort...
05/10/2010
Whether you're looking for an investment property or a home for your family, a foreclosure might be a good deal for you. However, buying a foreclosure is different from buying a home from a seller and requires different considerations. Before you sign a contract, consider what you should and shou...
05/06/2010
Sometimes sellers want to try to sell their St. Louis home or condo on their own. That's called selling your home "For Sale by Owner" or FSBO for short. If you'd like to give FSBO a try, here are some tips: 1. Prepare your home for sale. Go through your St Louis home or condo and make a list of...
05/03/2010
April has a lot of important and semi-important dates in it. The tax deadline, Good Friday and Easter are just a few. What is April 5th, though, and what does it have to do with St. Louis homes for sale? Well, the biggest news is that the government has stepped into real estate and short sales. ...
04/05/2010
Surprising numbers of potential homebuyers are holding off on buying their St Louis home or condo. They see the housing prices drop and are waiting for them to go lower. They see the mortgage rates and are waiting for them to drop further. If this is you, you might want to rethink your strategy a...
04/02/2010
Good credit is more important than ever, if you want to get a St Louis real estate loan. Knowing what's on your credit report and how lenders view various aspects of your report is crucial. First Things First Get a copy of your credit report from all three of the credit reporting companies: Equ...
04/01/2010
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The national real estate market, state markets and city markets all seemed to be wrapped up in a nifty bundle that effect whether your St Louis home or condo for sale will have a buyer. With the news reports over the last two years about the pop of the housing bubble, homeowners everywhere essent...
03/30/2010
The news is everywhere - and it's good! Those who own or want to own a St Louis home or condo can take a deep breath. Home equity is on the rise, according to a recent study by Zillow.com, an online real estate valuation researcher. And, Federal Reserve economists agree. Although home equity is...
03/29/2010