real estate advice from the southwest ohio expert realtor: Why Blog as a Realtor? - 10/13/08 04:21 PM
A senior Realtor in my South Dayton, Ohio office asked me this time last year, "why blog?" He thought it was ridiculous, and that home buyers and sellers would never read, or appreciate, the information provided. He asked me again the other day, "How many clients did you gain so far … (9 comments)
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real estate advice from the southwest ohio expert realtor: President of Real Living Mortgage's 5 Steps for Choosing a Lender - 09/13/08 10:19 AM
Chris Derrow, president of Real Living Mortgage, was featured in RISMedia's Real Estate magazine talking about the five steps for choosing a lender. Topics include preapproved credit lines, loans and necessary documentation.
Christina Asad Edwards, REALTOR2006 & 2007 Sales Masters Top AgentChristina.AsadEdwards@RealLiving.com www.teamedwards.infomobile or text 937-205-4741 office 937-573-0082 Real Living Realty - #1 in … (2 comments)
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real estate advice from the southwest ohio expert realtor: 8 Home Selling Tips - 07/09/08 12:30 AM
The 8 most common home buying turn-offs are:
bugs
water-stained ceilings
damp basements
dirty, smelly bathrooms
wallpaper
mold and mildew
offensive odors
peeling paint
What other home buying turn-offs have you encountered?
The 8 home selling tips to correct these turn-offs are:
contact a exterminator
paint the ceilings and correct … (3 comments)
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real estate advice from the southwest ohio expert realtor: Your Summer Home Garden - 06/20/08 01:33 AM
I have a black thumb, not a green thumb. Everything I plant in my home garden usually dies, so I can use all the tips I get! I thought I'd share the garden advice I received in the real estate office today from two fellow Realtors. Apparently, slugs and snails cannot … (3 comments)
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real estate advice from the southwest ohio expert realtor: Which Social Networking Sites Do You Belong To? - 06/17/08 04:13 PM
With 87% of homebuyers today finding their homes online, it is important to have an internet presence as a Realtor. I often meet home buyers and sellers online through social networking sites. Just to name a few, I belong to:
Blogster
MySpace
Facebook
Twitter
LinkedIn
del.icio.us
Digg
Jaiku
Ma.gnolia
Pownce
Stumble … (6 comments)
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real estate advice from the southwest ohio expert realtor: Social Networking - 06/15/08 01:03 PM
It is reported that 87% of home buyers today find their homes online AND 80% of home buyers are Gen X and Gen Y. What are you doing to capture these buyers and help your sellers get their homes SOLD? I personally have a MySpace, Facebook, and FriendFeed account, as well … (8 comments)
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real estate advice from the southwest ohio expert realtor: Economy Booster - Wright-Patterson Air Force Base - 06/09/08 08:15 PM
We will be experiencing a definite economy booster in the Southwest Ohio area. As a result of the nation's military base realignment and closure decisions made 3 years ago, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base will gain about 1,100 jobs by 2011. There will be new positions, but more importantly, an aging, highly experienced … (4 comments)
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real estate advice from the southwest ohio expert realtor: Home Selling FAQ's - 06/05/08 12:30 PM
Q. What typically goes into a listing agreement?
A. The listing agreement is typically between you and the real estate company you employ. Think of it as your legal instructions to the people who will market your home and represent you in the sale. Such an agreement must include beginning … (0 comments)
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real estate advice from the southwest ohio expert realtor: Interlocking Concrete Pavers - 05/28/08 09:01 AM
The concept of interlocking concrete pavers dates back to the Roman Empire. Interlocking concrete pavers are sections of compacted concrete that are used to pave paths, patios, driveways, sidewalks, and steps. They are about the size of a standard brick, but come in many shapes, sizes, colors, and textures and simulate … (0 comments)
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real estate advice from the southwest ohio expert realtor: Go Green - Use a Ceiling Fan! - 05/15/08 01:14 PM
Ceiling fans are a great investment, and can even reduce your energy bill. For the best use, make sure the ceiling fan is correctly mounted. It is also important to install the right size ceiling fan for the room. Ceiling fan blades range from size 29" - 56". In large rooms, … (1 comments)
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real estate advice from the southwest ohio expert realtor: Is a home warranty worth negotiating on my offer? - 12/27/07 05:24 PM
In this Realtor's opinion - yes! I am an Oakwood, Ohio resident where most of the homes are around 60 years old. With older homes the mechanicals and appliances in the homes can fail. I negotiated that the seller pay for a home warranty (average price $450) for our home which covers mechanical breakdowns … (10 comments)
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real estate advice from the southwest ohio expert realtor: HOW TO SAVE ENERGY THIS WINTER - 12/18/07 02:13 PM
Almost $2000 is spent in the average American home each year on energy! Here are some tips to lower your energy bill today:
-Use weatherstripping on doors
-Caulk windows
-Change the furnace air filter
-Lower the thermostat when you are asleep or away
-Use ENERGY STAR light bulbs
-Turn off your computer and electric devices when not … (2 comments)
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real estate advice from the southwest ohio expert realtor: Buy or Rent? - 11/13/07 11:45 AM
There are several benefits to purchasing a home, including:
Purchaser's are often surprised that a monthly mortgage payment is actually LESS than the monthly rent payment. You may find a loan that is the same, or slightly more than, your monthly rent. Owning a home can save you hundreds (even thousands) of dollars … (4 comments)
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real estate advice from the southwest ohio expert realtor: 7 Steps to Take Before House Hunting - 11/08/07 11:58 PM
7 STEPS TO TAKE BEFORE HOUSE HUNTING
1. Be familiar with the market. Take note of recent home sales and listing prices.
2. Have the money for a down payment, closing costs, and earnest money. Tax returns and holiday gift money are great sources for a down payment, closing costs, and earnest money.
3. … (0 comments)
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real estate advice from the southwest ohio expert realtor: Is My Home Inspector Qualified? - 11/08/07 07:28 PM
A good way to determine if your home inspector is qualified is to check if they are a member of the American Society of Home Inspectors or the National Association of Home Inspectors. You can check the home inspector's membership by visiting the websites at http://www.ashi.org/ and http://www.nahi.org/. To ensure a home inspector is experienced, ask … (4 comments)
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real estate advice from the southwest ohio expert realtor: Landscaping With Mulch - 11/08/07 02:08 PM
MULCH IS BENEFICIAL
Mulch is beneficial - who knew? There are many reasons to use mulch, including: moisture, health, weed reduction, temperature, and plant protection.
Moisture is conserved when using mulch.
Health by adding nutrients from bio-friendly mulch.
Weeds are reduced.
Temperature is lowered, providing plant root growth and strength.
Plant protection from lawn mowers and other … (1 comments)
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real estate advice from the southwest ohio expert realtor: Difference Between an Appraisal, Market Analysis, and Highest Price Analysis - 11/07/07 12:43 PM
An appraisal is a certified appraiser's opinion of the worth of a home at a specified time. The appraisal is based on the building size, the condition of the home and neighborhood, comparable local sales, historical information, and sales trends that predict future value.A comparative market analysis is an estimate of … (1 comments)
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real estate advice from the southwest ohio expert realtor: Buying a NEW Home? - 10/25/07 08:55 AM
When buying a new home there are 3 types to consider: a custom home, a developer-built home, or a model home. What's the difference?
Custom homeYou have endless choices with a custom home. The products and materials you select are up to you!Developer-built homeDevelopers usually have restrictions on the products and materials you use. … (1 comments)
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real estate advice from the southwest ohio expert realtor: Should I have a home inspection? - 10/11/07 01:54 PM
I highly recommend having a whole house inspection before closing. Definitely hire a home inspector that is reputable. Ask your Realtor for inspector references if you do not know any inspectors. Experienced Realtors know who to hire to do a detailed inspection. Inspection reports are approximately 20 pages. Normally, an inspector … (2 comments)
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real estate advice from the southwest ohio expert realtor: To build or not to build? - 10/11/07 01:25 PM
There are benefits to both existing homes and new construction. I personally had a new home built and purchased two existing homes. I found that I prefer the character in older homes from the 1940's era, but my 1941 built home has higher energy bills than a newer home. Realtors can … (0 comments)
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