Category Archives: Buyers

Long-Distance Homebuying

Posted on January 9, 2012 by Realty Executives

With intense variation in properties values across the country and an explosion in entails, the prospect of buying a home far from your current address are looking up. Any home purchase can be stressful, but trying to manage the selection … Continue reading →

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Lead Levels FAQ for Buyers and Sellers

Posted on January 6, 2012 by Realty Executives

On January 4, the Center for Disease Control’s Advisory on Childhood Lead Poisoning Committee recommended lowering the standard for diagnosing lead poisoning in children. The recommendation was based on newer research linking what were previously acceptable levels of lead in the bloodstream … Continue reading →

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Tips for Buying a Rental Property

Posted on December 30, 2011 by Realty Executives

There are plenty of reasons to purchase rental properties. They can provide steady, passive income when the housing market is slow, allowing you to sell only when conditions are right. They can allow first-time buyers to enter the market when … Continue reading →

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Priced Out of a Home? Consider an Investment Property.

Posted on December 29, 2011 by Realty Executives

According to the National Association of Home Builders, 72.9 percent of homes sold in the United States during the third quarter were affordable to families earning the national median income of $64,200. That’s close to a national record, and if … Continue reading →

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Home Financing for the Self-Employed

Posted on December 27, 2011 by Realty Executives

Downsizing, outsourcing, and improvements in telecommuting technology have made self-employment more popular than ever. For some, leaving the 9-to-5 routine is a matter of temporary survival. For others, it’s a choice that provides a lifetime of flexibility and rewards. In … Continue reading →

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10 Moving Tips

Posted on December 16, 2011 by Realty Executives

Buying your new home was exciting. Getting there is going to be a pain. At its best, moving is stressful and chaotic. Here are 10 tips to make sure things go as smoothly as they can, so you can enjoy … Continue reading →

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The Importance of Good Credit

Posted on December 15, 2011 by Realty Executives

Many homebuyers think of credit as just a barrier to a loan. While that’s certainly a big part of the story, poor credit has a dramatic effect on the amount of house you can afford. Even if you’re approved for … Continue reading →

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6 Advantages to Buying New Construction

Posted on December 13, 2011 by Realty Executives

We’ve already discussed the potential pitfalls of buying newly-built homes. What about the up-side? There are plenty of reasons to buy a brand-new home, and newly-built homes are among the best deals you can find on the market. Here are … Continue reading →

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New Home Gotchyas: 4 Things to Consider when Buying New Construction

Posted on December 12, 2011 by Realty Executives

There are plenty of reasons to buy newly-constructed homes, typically in a planned community. But the flip side of value and choice is responsibility. With planned communities, you’re buying into a housing ecosystem. Here are 4 considerations that can help … Continue reading →

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School Districts and your Home

Posted on December 9, 2011 by Realty Executives

If you have children, you’re already aware of the importance of school quality. Choosing a home near good schools is of paramount importance to many parents. Some concerned parents have even even gone as far as “borrowing” a relative’s address, … Continue reading →