If you own your home, you know there are endless tasks to complete and ongoing repairs to make in order to keep your home in tip-top shape. While the maintenance can be overwhelming to some, here are five items that, if overlooked, can cost you big bucks in the future...

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In the past, real estate agents were looked to for most property information--information that was not readily available to sellers and buyers, such as what homes were currently on the market for sale, the price at which homes were sold for, and the time it took to sell those homes. In addition, real estate agents were virtually the only way prospective buyers could see a home for sale.

With the increasing capabilities of technology-the power and popularity of social websites such as YouTube, Facebook, MySpace, and Twitter, and real estate websites such as Zillow and Trulia-many sellers wonder if they can sell their own homes without the help of a real estate professional...

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One of the practices as a successful real estate agent is keeping in touch with past clients and staying visible to future clients. Frequent communication throughout the year with customers is essential to further building those relationships.

With the holidays rapidly approaching, sending a thoughtful gift is a great way to let past, current, and future clients know that you are still in the game--and that they are your valued customers. This small gesture is also a fantastic way to further build your personal brand and to continue marketing yourself. It may be difficult to think of inexpensive gifts to set you apart from your competition, however, there are plenty of options...

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For a number of reasons, now is one of the best times for long-time renters to make the transition to the role of homeowner. Why is the time so great? Well, for starters, home prices have retreated to the point of affordability for those who could not have afforded the same houses just two years ago, when the market was at its peak. Add that to the fact that there are an abundance of homes for sale in a market where there are few qualified buyers, and you have the recipe for great possibilities for first-time homebuyers. However, prior to making the commitment to being a homeowner, there are some general things to know-and do-to help make your home-buying process a success.

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