http://www.articlealley.com en-us editorial@articlealley.com Are you owner of a “Crackberry” or are you considering adding this powerful little tool to your real estate arsenal?  The BlackBerry is a SmartPhone that seems virtually designed for the busy broker, Realtor and agent, with plenty of customizab... http://www.articlealley.com/article_851105_33.html 09th April 2009 To get the best price in the current market, you should have a comparative market analysis (CMA) done on your home.  Real estate agents often offer CMAs as part of their services, usually for free. A CMA contains information about how much is being... http://www.articlealley.com/article_838929_33.html 27th March 2009 Your work bonus can do more for you than help you buy Christmas presents or the latest electrical gadget.  It can help you buy a home or help you pay it off a lot sooner.  Investing your bonuses and extra income in your home can pay off in a big w... http://www.articlealley.com/article_816723_33.html 10th March 2009 See if you remember these famous homes from some of our most endeared TV shows we grew up watching week after week. Beverly Hillbilly Mansion - 750 Bel Air Road, Los Angeles CA This 21,523 square foot mansion with 10 bedrooms and 1... http://www.articlealley.com/article_773084_33.html 31st January 2009 When selling your home, it's important to remember outdoor staging is almost as important as indoor staging. Just as you want to create a favorable first impression, inside your home, curb appeal can attract buyers when you least expect them. <... http://www.articlealley.com/article_770647_33.html 28th January 2009 The San Diego coast is known for its stunning ocean view properties. Whether it's a small cottage in a resort town or a private beach estate, there is certainly something for everyone's tastes and budget. Get acquainted with some of the popular ocean f... http://www.articlealley.com/article_770645_33.html 28th January 2009 With the noise of the world outside and the nagging deadlines, to-do lists, and self-criticisms that resound inside us, it's no surprise that as a nation we're mentally exhausted. Add to that our society's penchant for junk food, medications, and ho... http://www.articlealley.com/article_748590_27.html 09th January 2009 In early December 2008, the Chief Economist and Senior VP of Research and Economics for Mortgage Bankers Association said, "At this rate we are looking at finishing 2008 at about 2.2 million foreclosure actions started." With such high numbers of forec... http://www.articlealley.com/article_748589_33.html 09th January 2009 Located in the northeast portion of San Diego County, 4S Ranch is a new upscale planned community that offers home buyers a truly special place to live. Construction began on the development in 2001, with the community spanning almost 3,000 acres. The... http://www.articlealley.com/article_747648_33.html 09th January 2009 Selling your home during the holidays can be a real grind, but could result in a surprisingly quick sale. Here's an overview of selling during the holidays, the pros and cons and whether it's worth it for you. Christmas is not a popular time fo... http://www.articlealley.com/article_704618_33.html 02nd December 2008 When considering a short sale, be aware of how it affects your credit and your ability to acquire another mortgage down the road. If you intend to buy again, a short sale may mean that you have to wait a shorter time and get a better interest rate than... http://www.articlealley.com/article_704617_33.html 02nd December 2008 When looking at real estate in a golf community, it's easy to get distracted by the stunning natural landscapes, the immaculate fairways, the luxury clubhouses, and the opulent lifestyle that can accompany golf course living. Wake up! This also represe... http://www.articlealley.com/article_678632_33.html 30th October 2008 Around this time of year, when temperatures drop and there is a chill in the air, we typically spend more times indoors where it's warm and cozy. Maybe our diet changes to more stews and soups – comfort food as some like to call it. Well,... http://www.articlealley.com/article_677807_33.html 30th October 2008 Typically, a foreclosure property results when the owner is unable to make payments on their mortgage and the property falls into the hands of the lender. Everyday you hear about the great deals people are getting on short sales and foreclosure transa... http://www.articlealley.com/article_674924_33.html 27th October 2008 Are you a stressed-out realtor? Many real estate agents are under a lot of stress and this can negatively impact their health, relationships with family and their career. Kaizen is a Japanese term for "improvement" or "constant, positive change... http://www.articlealley.com/article_662225_33.html 13th October 2008 The current crisis that the U.S. is facing is causing more and more people problems when they go looking for a home loan. However, there are still those fortunate few who sail through the waters of mortgage-hunting - perhaps a bit too easily. If you're... http://www.articlealley.com/article_662224_33.html 13th October 2008 Right now, there are more opportunities to purchase houses in foreclosure than ever before. Contrary to what you might see on late-night TV or on websites offering information on HOW *YOU* CAN GET RICH WITH FORECLOSURES!!!, investing in foreclosed prop... http://www.articlealley.com/article_659309_19.html 07th October 2008 Once you know that your home is irretrievably lost to you, you should start making plans for a future for your pets. If at all possible (and it is often more possible than not) make arrangements to take your pets with you. If you absolutely can't take you... http://www.articlealley.com/article_621492_33.html 05th September 2008 In today's market, foreclosures are skyrocketing and someone who pays attention to the market stands a good chance of getting a deal. You have to find them first, though. Some real estate agents specialize in foreclosed properties and have ma... http://www.articlealley.com/article_621491_33.html 05th September 2008 If you're into houses for fun and profit, but also want a dog to live with you in the house that you're looking to sell quickly, you might want to consider dogs that are less likely to leave clumps of hair that require constant vacuuming and the applic... http://www.articlealley.com/article_620512_33.html 05th September 2008 With the news that the number of new housing starts this year in California is the lowest since World War Two, we must assume that there will be a better chance for home owners to sell there. In spite of plans for a larger number of new homes... http://www.articlealley.com/article_592562_33.html 29th July 2008 Think of all those energy bills that will soon be coming your way! They are bound to be more expensive than last year's bills, we all know that. Efficiency in the home heating arena is even more crucial now as the price of energy and food goes up and w... http://www.articlealley.com/article_592561_27.html 29th July 2008 The weather is very hot and the lawn is turning yellow. The front yard does not look inviting for any prospective buyer - for that matter - it doesn't even look inviting every evening when you drive home to it. The small amount of money that ... http://www.articlealley.com/article_592475_27.html 29th July 2008 If you are ever the victim of water damage, resist the temptation to mop it up and tell yourself that you had a near miss. If you think that your walls/floor etc will dry out automatically you may rue the day that you just walked away from the risk.</p... http://www.articlealley.com/article_560446_27.html 21st June 2008 Each day it appears there is another piece of realty news to make us gasp. It seems hard to believe that home owner's equity is at it's lowest level since the Second World War, but it is and this is according to a report about the Flow of Funds that is... http://www.articlealley.com/article_560445_33.html 21st June 2008 This year Californian home builders are pulling up stakes and moving on. The number of new house starts planned for 2008 is the lowest number planned for over 50 years. Before you think this must spell out more doom and gloom for California - think ... http://www.articlealley.com/article_559068_33.html 20th June 2008 If you love color, but are wary of being too bold because you plan on selling your home, you'll be happy to learn about the new era in color called toned neutrals. We've all been warned to choose neutral colors when painting a home for resale. While al... http://www.articlealley.com/article_547908_27.html 27th May 2008 The housing market has really been sinking, and although we've been lucky in the western U.S. real estate market with rising sales lately, overall, the market still stinks. If you are one of the unlucky people faced with a mortgage you can't afford, th... http://www.articlealley.com/article_547907_19.html 27th May 2008 Golf course fronting estates became popular in the 1980s, and have since become a common feature of suburban America. Golf-front living can offer some excellent benefits such as outstanding views, having access to your favorite hobby in an instant, a... http://www.articlealley.com/article_521577_33.html 24th April 2008 These days, probably the majority of people look to the internet first when they are considering buying a new home. It's fun to search around on real estate web sites looking at what's available. The more savvy buyers will know how to access the multi... http://www.articlealley.com/article_517826_33.html 16th April 2008 California has the benefit of having a long and luscious growing season. This means there are a lot of plant options for green-thumb Californians wanting to grow a garden. But a challenge to California gardening is water. Water conservation is importan... http://www.articlealley.com/article_517824_33.html 16th April 2008 Since we are repeatedly told that some of the value has dropped from our homes, doesn't it stand to reason that most of us should be in line for a rebate on our property taxes? Isn't this how the City Hall works? Of course, it is unlikely tha... http://www.articlealley.com/article_505083_33.html 02nd April 2008 We keep hearing about dropping house prices, and of course we know it is true. But the fact is that prices in California have dropped so much that you should consider grabbing up a bargain for yourself. Recent reports have shown continuing incr... http://www.articlealley.com/article_503022_33.html 01st April 2008 A recent survey revealed a gruesome truth which is that many of the families facing foreclosure who have been urged to seek help from their lender - are not getting help. A group called the 'California Reinvestment Coalition' has been surveying resul... http://www.articlealley.com/article_503020_33.html 01st April 2008 When it's time to sell your home, a little effort can mean a big pay-off. While I'm sure you've heard the term home staging, preparing your home for a sale doesn't have to be complicated. Sure, you can hire professionals to completely update and re-dec... http://www.articlealley.com/article_480027_33.html 24th February 2008 Every successful homeowner had to put some effort into getting and maintaining good credit before they were eligible for a mortgage. If you're having trouble getting qualified, here are some tips for successfully acquiring good credit. The mo... http://www.articlealley.com/article_480026_19.html 24th February 2008 In many cases, one can save some money and have a lot of input into the home they will have by buying a nice piece of land and building a new home on it. However, to determine if this is the right choice for you, carefully consider all the costs and ob... http://www.articlealley.com/article_480025_33.html 24th February 2008