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advice: Some Advantages of Buying a New Home or an Existing Home. - 12/13/09 07:21 PM
When shopping for your home, you'll discover that most homes on the market are resales. Yet, one out of four home buyers purchase a new home. Both new homes and resales offer advantages. Before you make a decision, let's COMPARE THESE POINTS!
New Homes:
1. Offer innovative use of space and style.
2. Greater energy efficiency.
3. A choice of options and upgrades.
4. Everything is new and modern.
Existing Homes:
1. On the average, are less expensive.
2. Frequently offer more square footage, for the same price.
3. Often are in an established neighborhood with mature landscaping, and a greater … (2 comments)
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advice: Government $8,000 Housing Tax Credit. - 12/13/09 07:08 PM
The best part of the Government's $8,000 Housing Tax Credit is that it is a TAX CREDIT, not a deduction. Unlike deductions, such as mortgage interest. a first-time home buyer that qualifies (has not owned a personal home in the past 3 years) will receive $8,000 (or up to 10% of property's value, if less than $80,000), even if they don't owe that much in taxes! You will not need to pay this back as long as you live in the home for 3 years.
There are income limits for qualifications and partial credits for high income households. The government has extended … (0 comments)
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advice: What Steps Can You Take to Sell Your Home? - 12/13/09 02:49 PM
If a home fails to sell, it is usually due to a problem in one or more of these four major areas:
1. Teamwork. The relationship between you and your Realtor should be a full partnership, where vital feedback from both buyers and other Realtors is shared. Open and honest communication should be encouraged, so you have the information necessary to make educated decisions.
2. Pricing. Pricing your home correctly is the most important factor in successfully selling your home. The "right" price depends on market factors, competition and the condition of your home. If your home is either overpriced or … (0 comments)
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advice: Florida Homeowners: Get Your Wind Mitigation Inspection - 10/30/08 09:44 AM
Is your home more than a few years old? Tired of paying high insurance rates?
Did you know that a simple inspection of your home can potentially save you hundreds per year on your insurance?
Call a home inspector in your area to see if your home qualifies. For @$50-$100, they will inspect for hurricane code upgrades (like a new roof) based on a form issued by the State of Florida. Send the report to your insurance carrier and see if you are eligible for a discount on your insurance.
If you are buying a home, be sure to have this … (1 comments)
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