Tips for Buying Rental Properties - 02/11/09 05:06 PM
Real estate prices are down and mortgage rates are at a 50 year all-time low. What does that mean for the novice real estate investor? It means the time is right for buying that first piece of rental real estate. However, for the first time investor there are very real rules and tips that need to be followed in order to keep that home in the investor’s hands for the long haul and out of the banks pockets.
Real estate investors need to BUY A HOME THEY CAN AFFORD. The trouble with many first timers is they feel they can buy … (5 comments)

Does your house look the same today as it did 10 years ago? - 02/10/09 08:11 PM
In today’s tough real estate market, maybe another eye could be a big help.
When you are ready to sell your house, you want to get the most profit available. Is it ready for this venture? Are you ready for this venture? Does your house look the same today as it did 10 years ago? If so, maybe a little help from an independent and impartial eye can be a big boost in profits.
Walk thru each room in your house. Make a list of what is new and what is dated. This isn’t a to-do list, just a checklist of … (4 comments)

What Does the Stimulus Mean for Tampa Bay Real Estate? - 02/04/09 10:43 AM
Of course this blog is mostly about real estate in Tampa Bay, but the topic on everyone’s mind is the economy and what is happening in Washington to confront the tremendous challenges facing our national and local economies.  The truth is, Tampa Bay’s real estate market has a better shot at improving once the economy awakens out of its doldrums.  That’s why we want to keep you updated on the issues that impact our local economy and real estate market (plus, I need to put those degrees in political science and interdisciplinary social science to use somehow.  After all, what did … (1 comments)

Thinking Outside The Box - 02/02/09 07:16 PM
Builders, Lenders and Realtors Work Together
With all the gloom and doom we hear everyday, all that seems to be mentioned is the need for a government bailout to help our economy. Why is that? Why can’t we as a viable sector of our community come up with our own solutions? Here are a couple of ideas to ponder. Chances are you have probably already thought of them.
What our local economies need are jobs to be created. When people have jobs, they spend money. This money gets spent at places that employ other people. And those companies purchase items from … (7 comments)

Building A New House in this Economy - 02/01/09 09:58 AM
The supply of General Contractors and the price of building supplies make this the perfect time to build the home of your dreams.
If there is one good thing that has come from the Real Estate downturn is that General Contractors are looking for work. A far cry from 2006, when a builder was hard to find that had time to build a custom home. Now is a great time to find a builder to suit your custom home needs.
Contractors aren’t the only thing sitting around. The materials like lumber, blocks and roofing are in abundance and the prices are … (5 comments)

 
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