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manahawkin homes: Floor the Competition - 04/11/11 07:50 AM
By Curtis Lee"The Murphy-Lee Team"Prudential Zack Shore Properties
 When people enter your home they usually look down before up, so that first step is vital for attracting a homebuyer and making a great first impression. This is one reason why more people are installing hardwood floors in their homes.  
            Hardwood flooring enhances the look of any room and can create a classic ambiance that will beautify the interior design of your home. Residential real estate agents agree that homes with wood floors hold their value better, sell faster and fetch higher prices.
            Last year, 99 percent of real … (2 comments)

manahawkin homes: Protect Your Home Against Natural Disasters - 01/15/11 12:52 PM
By Curtis LeeThe Murphy-Lee TeamPrudential Zack Shore Properties

Whenever a natural disaster is broadcast on the news-whether a tropical storm hitting a state along the Atlantic Ocean, wildfires in the West or-it serves as a reminder how hazardous water, wind, fire and earth movement can be to your home, perhaps your most cherished and largest investment. But, there are immediate actions you can take to protect your property and prevent major damage should one of these elements strike in the future. Depending on the age of your home and the building codes in your area, some of these improvements may … (0 comments)

manahawkin homes: Thinking About Going Solar? - 07/30/10 08:34 AM
 Heating From The SunThe process of heating your home with the sun is hardly new. Since the dawn of humankind the sun has been used to provide needed warmth. But modern technology has completely transformed the way that can be done, even from the methods used a few generations ago.In the 1920s some municipalities supplied hot water to homes by large storage tanks that were heated by the sun. As the unit cost of electricity and gas decreased, such applications became relatively too expensive to compete. But old ideas often become new again, with a twist. Modern hot water heating systems … (0 comments)

manahawkin homes: Keep Your House Cool this Summer - 06/17/10 08:02 AM
As the temperatures continue to rise this summer, so does the cost of keeping your home cool. While homeowners across the country come to depend on air conditioners to keep the temperature down during the warm summer months, there are other options that will keep you cool while keeping your energy bill low. Fans and ceiling fans-If you're looking for ways to beat the heat, a ceiling fan can be a great investment for your home. This one appliance can make a room feel 6 or 7 degrees cooler, and even the most power-hungry fan costs less than $10 a month … (3 comments)

manahawkin homes: Successful Investments Often Begin By Buying Low. - 01/05/10 08:58 PM
 

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manahawkin homes: Owning a Home Has Its Benefits - 01/04/10 09:02 AM
Opportunity is knocking for those considering homeownership for the first time. Historically low interest rates, lower home prices in most markets and the first-time homebuyer tax credit - part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 - brought first-timers to the market in droves throughout the year.  In fact, these consumers represented about half of home sales logged during 2009, according to the National Association of REALTORS®, a significant increase from historic levels. And the favorable conditions that prompted many of these first-time buyers are likely to continue. President Obama in early November signed into law a five-month extension … (1 comments)

manahawkin homes: Ready to Remodel? considerations before you remodel. - 12/27/09 03:35 PM
What Your Remodeling Contract Should Say Review your remodeling contract carefully and adjust it to make sure it protects you in terms of payments, work schedules, and project specifications. Read
5 Essential Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Contractor You’re ready to remodel but you want to make sure you get the best contractor for the job. Here’s what to ask the candidates before you decide. Read
When It Pays to Do It Yourself Doing home-improvement jobs yourself can be a smart way to save money, but choose the right DIY projects or you’ll end up paying dearly. Read
Budgeting for … (1 comments)

manahawkin homes: Timing Couldn't Be Much Better for First-time Homebuyers--Be Sure You Make the Right Moves - 12/23/09 09:20 PM
 
By Curtis Lee & Eileen MurphyThe Murphy-Lee Team of Prudential Zack Shore Properties
First-time homebuyers dominated the U.S. real estate market in 2009, accounting for roughly half of all residential transaction, according to the National Association of REALTORS®.That trend is likely to continue well into the new year. That's because interest rates are hovering near all-time lows, home-price affordability is near all-time highs and a third factor - Congress' extension of the first-time homebuyer tax credit until April 30, 2010 - make conditions quite favorable for those considering homeownership for the first time. Still, with the prospect of making one of … (0 comments)

 
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