Articles tagged: Home Buying
<< previous page 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 next page>> written by RE Writer A dirty furnace can be a problem because dirt can interfere with proper combustion and/or air transfer from the furnace throughout the house. While it is common for there to be a dusty smell when you turn your furnace on for the first time in the fall, you should only be able to smell that for a short time before the dust is burnt off. written by RE Writer Not all old wiring is a problem, so don’t make that leap in judgement when looking at older homes; the best way to proceed is to have an electrician with experience dealing with vintage wiring to determine the state of the wiring in the home before you sign on the dotted line so that you know just what sort of upgrades you might need to do. written by RE Writer Make sure that you not only take the time to find out what the home’s condition is like, but also what the neighbourhood is like. Check out what the traffic is like around the home at various times of day, including when you need to be traveling to and from work. written by Lynn Bulmer With the current glut of foreclosures on the market these days many people are rushing to buy into the housing market and many of those for the first time. Due to the relatively short time frame that you might be working with a realtor, some people suffer through an uncomfortable pairing with an agent that they don't mesh with, or worse, in the hopes of just getting the job done. written by Jerry Clifford Small or tiny homes are also a green alternative to a large home. This is partly due to the fact that they take less resources to make because there is just less materials in their construction and partly due to the fact that they take less energy to heat and cool. If you also use more ecologically friendly materials in its construction you can vastly improve on your home's carbon footprint as well. written by Matt Barker While molds in general are quite common in the home, toxic black mold is not as common as other forms. Toxic black mold can cause some pretty serious health problems, particularly for anyone with allergies or pre-existing respiratory issues. written by RE Writer Adults can certainly suffer from lead poisoning as well, but because their development is complete, the results are different. Lead poisoning in adults causes irritability, poor coordination, nerve damage, reproductive problems, and high blood pressure. written by Lee Cameron Yes, you’ll pay less a month on your mortgage, but the money you save may well go into replacing all your valuables from the latest break-in. Not to mention the fact that you have to walk your beautiful, big yard before mowing it in order to pick up and dispose of the stray needles. written by Carolyn Capalbo However, it would be unwise to use this particular instance as “evidence” of a financial turnaround for the U.S. This brief burst of prosperity may subside once the first-time home buyer’s tax credit expires at the end of November. written by RE Writer There are also telephone numbers for important resources such as the Housing Referral Office, the School Liaison Officer, and the Finance Office. Moreover, there are several checklists to fill out and printable to-do lists to keep your itinerary well organized. Plan My Move is an excellent resource for first-time movers and for busy families trying to juggle a number of activities. written by RE Writer While the people live in the city's assortment of houses, apartments, and condos, the bats mostly all live under the Ann W. Richards Congress Avenue Bridge. The million and a half Mexican Free-tailed Bats that live in the city emerge en masse in the summer months which attract many locals and tourists alike. written by Andy Asbury The HVCC also prevents a mortgage broker from shopping for a better rate from another lender, since they would have to get a separate appraisal from each lender, costing extra money and time that a seller may not be inclined to give. written by RE Writer Replacing furnaces, roofs and the other bits and pieces essential to a comfortable home life costs much less for a mobile than a similarly sized stick-built home. Despite the lower cost, it is quite possible to have the same amount of comfort in a mobile home as a stick-built. written by Karrie Rose During this challenging real estate market, agents have been forced to make changes in the way they normally do business. Many have had to dip into reserve funds for extra advertising, promotions or giveaways, while others have agreed to the unthinkable – offering a reduction in their commission. written by Karrie Rose In one situation, a Florida family moved into their Homestead, Florida dream home. Soon thereafter, they noticed one mechanical problem after another with their appliances and electronics. written by Leslie Eskildsen If you live alone, you might need a higher level of security to feel comfortable in a new neighborhood where you are unused to the sounds and activity outside especially at night. written by RE Writer The Colony Golf & Bay Club is a scenic 403 acre gated community. The Jerry Pate designed, 18 hole championship course winds through the neighborhood, ending at the elegant, Tuscan styled clubhouse which features golf shop, locker rooms and the Grille Room, for formal and casual dining, . Next door is the modern fitness center complete with pool, tennis courts, fitness room, pool and spa. written by Mark Hostetler To determine what your dream home looks like, take a moment to think about your daily life. What activities do you enjoy the most in your home and which do you enjoy the least. written by Justin Lee In cities with neighborhoods which are suffering from high rates of vacancy, there have been programs developed to help stimulate the rehabilitation of homes and neighborhoods. Many cities have more than one program to fulfill the varied needs of a diverse buyers' pool. written by Vk Melhado Luxury open air dining, poolside bars, championship golf and the availability of every type of water sport imaginable, make this a vacation paradise, let alone a permanent residence. written by Tina Fountain The Baby Boomers are a well-known demographic that is moving into retirement, but real estate agents should also pay attention to the Boomer’s younger sibling, “Generation Jones” as named by historian Jonathan Pontell. Generation Jones is the demographic born between 1954 and 1965 and now comprising 25% of the U.S. population. written by Matt Barker In the olden days, it used to be that if you were looking for a semi-portable type of home, you were pretty much stuck with the descendants of the original single-wide trailer home or a generic travel trailer. While it is true that the trailer home, or mobile home, has come a long way in the years since they first started there are some interesting alternatives available now. written by Carolyn Capalbo Whether they have never been partnered, are divorced, separated, or have lost a partner through death, single women are casting their eyes towards a home of their own. Focusing on single female home buyers is a smart move if you want to capture the attention of a group of people who are upwardly mobile and ready to strike out on their own. written by Carolyn Capalbo "Of course not! I work hard to provide the product or service that I do and I'm not going to charge less just because YOU think I should!" Why, then, should you charge less for guiding your client through the process of what is perhaps the most expensive real estate transaction of their lives? written by Carolyn Capalbo Why death? And why, when we are speaking English, are we using a term based on Old French? The answer can be traced back over a period of a thousand years. written by RE Writer A contingency is basically a statement in your purchase agreement that you will buy a house if some specific conditions are met or some particular event happens. Some of these conditions are external to that property and some of them are directly related to the property. written by Lauren Kline By all means sacrifice having three bedrooms if it just means that you won’t have a guestroom and that isn’t that much of an issue, but sacrificing three bedrooms when you really need that third one just for the sake of that complex with the heated swimming pool may not end up being such a good bargain. written by Jerry Clifford But, on a positive note, the summers are gorgeous, albeit short, the scenery is breathtaking, and 28% of the employers are hiring. Employers here are hard-pressed for educated, skilled workers, and the scales are definitely tipped in favor of the prospective employee. written by Jerry Clifford The reason for this increase are the rising bond yields that reached 4% last week. Some say this is a sign that the economy is leveling out, where others say investors are nervous and seeking more long term, secure investments. written by Carolyn Capalbo Ask them what people are like around here; whether they’re noisy or quiet. Chances are that if there is a neighbor who lives to send letters of complaint, you’ll get an earful of it. Or, if they have weird tendencies themselves, warning bells may start ringing for you. << previous page 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 next page>> |