07th April 2008
With the tightening up of mortgage rules and the returning caution of lenders (finally!) we are seeing a throw-back of some of the more vigilant practices that we were once used to.
Existing condo owners may be glad of the fact that some of this new t...
03rd April 2008
We are always hearing about curb appeal and how it will improve our chances of selling if we pay attention to it. Well, technology has come up with a great way to help us to improve the curb appeal of our driveway, and this is also the latest idea so it...
03rd April 2008
It is really quite easy to buy a home, and it is also a great idea right now, but what are the pitfalls involved? Well we all know the obvious foreclosure risks; I think most of us have read enough of that in the newspapers.
We can leave all that behind...
28th March 2008
So, you're new to the real estate market and you're having lofty dreams of making a mighty mint flipping houses, well, take heed of this solid advice that'll help you choose a "good" fixer-upper. Flipping houses can be risky business, but it need not be ...
27th March 2008
When looking to purchase a new home there are many factors and considerations that come into play that'll define the right home for you. One factor, is of course, the neighborhood your home will be in. While some might be looking into already established ...
27th March 2008
If you're wanting to make your lawn and garden more eco-friendly, well, that's a good thing. Considering the fact that the average suburban lawn uses six times the hazardous chemicals per acre, as conventional farming and that a gas mower emits 10 times a...
14th February 2008
In 2004 Forbes magazine ranked Raleigh, North Carolina's Wake County Public School System ( WCPSS ), third in the nation for "Best Education in the Biggest Cities". It's no wonder, as Greater Raleigh is able to provide superior education opportunities in...
14th February 2008
You see them everywhere: empty, unused yards and wallflower decks adorned with nothing but a lonely barbeque. All over the country, the typical American backyard is a mass of untapped potential. So unnecessary! If you want to make the most of what yo...
06th February 2008
First time real estate buyers are some of the most valuable clients out there, and the Internet is your best bet for attracting them. That's because new buyers are generally younger and spend more time doing research before entering the market, all of whi...
06th February 2008
Many older homes in cities today have their roots in the Arts and Crafts movement. With their squared, low-lying layouts and sturdy construction, these homes are often easy to spot, but generally not as widely recognized or studied as Victorian homes from...
11th October 2007
Learning to generate leads might be the most coveted skill in the real estate industry. For agents and brokers it's simple: the more people you contact, the more deals you'll close, and the more commissions you'll earn. A big part of the challenge is tu...
11th October 2007
Finding great deals in the pre-construction market is easy - many developers will even bus you in from out of state to show you the latest hot property and attract your investment. The hard part, once you've signed on, is finding the next buyer. For a p...
22nd August 2007
Some people have the tendency to wonder about the value that their homes hold and how they can be improved. But they are also wondering if upgrading their home via additions and renovations is really worth it. In some cases the home may not be able to hav...
22nd August 2007
Finding the perfect area in which to live can be a time-consuming yet rewarding experience. There are numerous things to consider when perusing a town for the right home. Any town has a variety of areas that each have their own distinctive feel and atmosp...
24th July 2007
Let's be honest, moving is one heck of a big job. This fact doubles if you are moving out of state or (shudder) out of country. Most people that have been established for any length of time have likely accrued a fair amount of stuff that is not entirely n...
