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Author Archives: Realty Executives
Vacant Homes: 8 Ways to Make Sure They’re Maintained
By: Mariwyn Evans Published: September 30, 2010 Living near a vacant home doesn’t have to mean putting up with overgrown grass and unshoveled snow. Does your community use these eight common local laws, programs, and regulations to force owners to … Continue reading
Posted in Lifestyle and Community
Tagged home values, neighborhood improvement, vacancy, vacant homes
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Avoid Foreclosure Rescue Scams
By: Donna Fuscaldo Published: January 15, 2010 With foreclosure rescue scams widespread as more homeowners fall behind on mortgage payments, be smart if you seek help. A record high 2.8 million properties were hit with foreclosure notices in 2009, putting … Continue reading
Posted in Home Finance
Tagged avoiding foreclosure, financial scams, foreclosures, pre-foreclosure, scams
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Foreclosure Counselors: What They Can and Can’t Do
By: G. M. Filisko Published: August 4, 2010 Foreclosure counselors can make the difference between losing your home and keeping it. Here’s how they work and how to choose one. If you’re facing foreclosure, your foreclosure counselor will be a … Continue reading
Posted in Home Finance
Tagged debt reduction, foreclosure, foreclosure counselors, home budgeting, home finance
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Attic Insulation Saves You Money
By: Jeanne Huber Published: September 21, 2010 Add attic insulation to lower heating and cooling costs by as much as $600 per year. Save about $600 per year by boosting the amount of attic insulation from R-11 to R-49. Depending … Continue reading
Three Ways to Increase the Value of Your Home
Buyers only get one first look at a property, and they don’t want to use their imagination. They assume the house they see is as good as it’s going to get. If you want your home to sell, step out … Continue reading
Find the Best REALTOR® to Sell Your House
By: G. M. Filisko Published 2010-03-11 16:55:53 Ask detailed questions about their experience and skills to help you find the right agent for your home sale. Working with the right real estate agent can mean the difference between getting prompt, … Continue reading
Posted in For Sellers
Tagged finding an agent, GRI, homeselling, MLS, selling my home
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6 Tips for Choosing the Best Offer on Your Home
By: G. M. Filisko Published 2010-02-10 11:32:13 Have a plan for reviewing purchase offers so you don’t let the best slip through your fingers. You’ve worked hard to get your home ready for sale and to price it properly. With … Continue reading
Posted in For Sellers
Tagged choosing an offer, homeselling, negotiation, preapproval, selling your home
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Home Inspections 101
According to a study conducted by the National Association of Realtors (NAR) and the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) in 2001, 97 percent of home buyers who received home inspections believe they received a good value for their money. … Continue reading
Posted in For Buyers
Tagged assessment, home inspectiom, representation, wa;kthrough
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Homeowners Insurance Checklist
A home is the single biggest investment most Americans will ever make. Protecting that investment is not just a legal responsibility, but the smartest move you can make. Here are 7 tips for getting the most out of your homeowners … Continue reading
Posted in For Buyers
Tagged actual cash value, earthquake insurance, homeowners insurance
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