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Spring is almost upon us, which means Open House season is, too. If you’ve already listed your home, right now is the time to decide whether or not you want to hold an open house. Holding an open house can be the best way to get as many prospective buyers in your home at one time. It’s an informa...
02/08/2015
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this article is courtesy of Jason Servais AVP- Sr Mortgage Consultant ----With Tax season in full swing, most homeowners are familiar with the fact that mortgage interest can be deducted, but tax benefits of owning your home go way beyond that. ----Please note that this information is not intend...
02/08/2015
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There are a lot of things to consider when buying a home. Making a list of must-haves should be the first step in the home buying process, but what about those items beyond the “must-haves?” Once you’ve found a home you think you want to buy, there are still some things you should think twice abo...
02/07/2015
If you are purchasing a home from a homebuilder, you might think that you don’t need a real estate agent. However, a homebuyer can be at a big disadvantage if they don’t use a real estate agent and just go directly through the buyer. ++++The real estate agent’s job in this type of transaction is ...
02/07/2015
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One of the items on your homeownership “must-haves” might be an outdoor swimming pool. But should you buy a house with a pool? Here are some factors to consider when it comes to owning a pool: ----Location ----What region of the country do you live in? If you live in an area where it is cold for ...
02/06/2015
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Try calculating your environmental footprint to assess your personal impact on the environmentand see where you can make small changes to help better the planet. With the plethora of environmentally smart ideas and products on the market, going green can be easy. ***Do Shop locally. Visit your ne...
02/02/2015
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While you have most likely already started your Spring gardening. Here are 5 Spring gardening tips that aren’t too late for you to try to make your garden even better this year. ****1. Use vegetable water for your plants. The next time you boil or steam vegetables, don't pour the water down the d...
02/02/2015
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Becoming a landlord is a big decision that can provide revenue for property owners. However, landlords sometimes find themselves facing unforeseen problems often created by tenants. Having high standards for tenants and performing background checks can help reduce the number of problematic tenant...
02/01/2015
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Real Estate regret happens. In fact, some studies show that it can happen to almost half of all homebuyers. Real estate regret can have long-term consequences, so it’s important to know what some of the biggest regrets you may have as a homebuyer may be and how to take precautions to avoid them. ...
02/01/2015
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Generally speaking, stalking usually isn’t considered a positive thing. However, with homes selling so quickly right now and competition increasing rapidly, many buyers have hopped on the “home stalking” bandwagon as an innovative strategy to find a new house.----This home stalking trend includes...
02/01/2015