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2010
3000+ sq. ft. 4 BR 3 Bath, 5.47 acres Reduced $248,400 Interlochen, Green Lake Township - Announcing a price reduction on 9459 Larchwood Ln., a 3,035 sq. ft., 3 bath, 4 bdrm single story. Now MLS® $248,400 - Custom Quality Throughout. Near all sports lakes, snowmobiling, camping, golf, Arts Ac...
02/25/2010
Interlochen, Green Lake Township - Announcing a price reduction on 2875 E. Railroad Ave., a 1,560 sq. ft., 2 bath, 3 bdrm 1 1/2 story. Now MLS® $84,900 - REDUCED $20,000. + $8000 Home Buyer Tax Credit!!!!! Property information Buyers: In todays competitive market many homes(especially the "gr...
02/25/2010
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Home inspections will vary depending on the type of property you are purchasing. A large historic home, for example, will require a more specialized inspection than a small condominium. However, the following are the basic elements that a home inspector will check. You can also use this list to h...
02/22/2010
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Buying a home should be fun, not stressful. As you look for your dream home, keep in mind these tips for making the process as peaceful as possible.1. Find a real estate agent who you connect with. Home buying is not only a big financial commitment, but also an emotional one. It's critical that t...
02/22/2010
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The tax deductions you're eligible to take for mortgage interest and property taxes greatly increase the financial benefits of homeownership. Here's how it works. Assume: $9,877 = Mortgage interest paid (a loan of $150,000 for 30 years, at 7 percent, using year-five interest)$2,700 = Property tax...
02/22/2010
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For those that read my post a few days ago regarding my personal sales transactions being up 57% in 2009 compared to 2008 in a " down market" as we all constantly here in the media......more great and positive news......my office, Century 21 Northlandann has seen tremendous increases as well. Our...
02/10/2010
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Whether SELLING or STAYING in their home for the long haul, here are a few improvement ideas for home owners to consider in the New Year. Remodeling and decorating trends in 2010 are likely to reflect the fact that many home owners are settling in for the long haul. Here are some ideas for updati...
02/10/2010
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As many of you know the 1st time homebuyer tax credit has not only been extended into 2010 but it has also been expanded to include current home owners as well. Below is a bullet point summary of this great home buyer program. 1ST TIME BUYERS: (does not mean you can never have owned a home - if y...
02/10/2010
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1. They don't ask enough questions of their lender and make sure they have a firm pre-approval for financing. Know what loan program you are approved for, how much your closing costs will be ( your lender will provide you will a "good faith" estimate for loan costs), approx. how long will it take...
02/10/2010
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Resort lifestyle w/ beautiful 404 ft. sandy beach & bay views from private balcony of your furnished beachfront unit. 1/8 share (6 weeks) fractional condo with rental mgt. in place to earn you back $$$ when you can't use it personally.Complete w/ cable tv, wireless internet, playstation, firepla...
02/09/2010
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