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According to an article August 22, 2008 in the Washington Times, the focus on green building and renovating continues to be strong with home owners, home buyers, and home sellers. For example:
Two of the biggest decisions you will make in your life are those concerning buying or selling your home. When speaking with real estate agents when your ready to purchase they will often refer to it as a "home", thus personalizing it. But, when your selling they often refer to it … (2 comments)
The following blog is in reference to a recent post by Bryant Tutas -Broker/REALTOR(R) Tutas Towne Realty, Inc of Poinciana, FL titled "Ethics is as Ethics does"
Are you preparing to sell your home anytime soon? Even if you are not planning to move soon make sure you update your home for the best return on the money spent. 
The FHA 203(k) Streamline program is intended to facilitate uncomplicated rehabilitation and/or improvements to a home. Consultants, engineers and/or architects are not required..
STAGING: Preparing your Home for Sale: THE IMPORTANCE OF LIGHTINGDane, thank you for allowing us to re-blog your post.
Last weekend I finally decided to do something about my garage floor in my home. I had enough of tracking dust into my house and it just didn't look very good.
What may seem like a small amount of water can in fact be deadly to a small child. With water features such as ponds and swimming pools becoming more popular among homeowners, it is important to be aware of the safety features that are available on the market today. 
More easy and economical tips for Interior Improvements!
Today, I thought I was making progress with a company that I've been working with for over a year. The original installation on a home improvement was inadequate - and we've been back and forth several times. It has been inspected more than once, and solutions have been promised - more … (4 comments)
Have you recently bought a new home that needs a new roof, or are you having a new home built and need a roof? Most homeowners or homebuyers don't know that they can save up to $5,000 on a new roof, but it's true. Usually, when we hear a savings like … (1 comments)
The exterior paint of your home functions in many ways like the clothes you wear: to create an important first impression. If you're considering a do-it-yourself project of repainting your house, you first need to carefully review and select the kind of paint you'll use. There are several factors to weigh … (4 comments)
I get lots of emails from HGTV.com and their sister sites since I'm such a junkie. One in particular, though, was both entertaining and informative.
Hi Everyone,
One of my colleagues referred me to this company in
Anaheim, Principal Stone, for some really amazing
exotic
granite that is imported from Brazil. I had no idea that granite
granite even existed in that many colors let alone the significant difference in quality compared to
granite you would … (1 comments)
A local title agency sent us some links to real estate articles, and one of them is this article at Bankrate.com, 20 things that can alter the value of your home.
[http://www.richferetti.com] Dear Rich,I like your recent blog about updates to that house in Mint Hill and I wanted to ask your opinion on landscaping. We are not looking at selling our house right away...maybe a year from now. We bought a new house in Fort Mill (SC) and now are looking … (0 comments)
One thing that showing hundreds of homes through the years teaches you is this...Home Sellers can do a lot to show their home in a manner that gets it SOLD! 
HGTV catalogs the Top 15 Home Improvements For Sellers, complete with narrarated, 90-second videos and the expected return-on-investment per project.
According to our CRS Newslettter in the article Room for Improvement the following information was provided: 
I am often asked by friends or past clients if a home improvement project is worth doing. There are many variables that come into play. Cost of the project, anticipated length of stay, quality of construction are the most obvious variables. Many times it makes sense to do an improvement if … (1 comments)
I started real estate a little over a year and half ago. The market was good or so I thought, because I did not know it to be any other way. I have found ways to "survive" when things are slow.1. BPO - Broker Price Opinions - I am sure everyone … (4 comments)
Need some fresh ideas for your home? Check out the Highlands Ranch Home Show this weekend at the Community Center at Eastridge on University Ave in Highlands Ranch, CO. 
I am amazed at all of the shows that encourage enormous home improvement projects that promise a huge return when you sell your home. Don't get me wrong there are some projects that are necessary like maybe this extremely outdated wallpaper in this picture......While I understand that each person has different … (12 comments)
You may know that we bought an old church back in November 2006 and have been working since then to renovate it into our home. We've focused most of our efforts so far on improving the inside of the home. We're probably about 90% done with the interior. As we come into … (7 comments)
A busy weekend (except for snow on Friday, but it's New Hampshire) at the Seacoast Home & Garden Show in Durham, NH. While we've worked hard to offer a living room feeling in our booth, the addition of fresh flowers (daffodils) was a nice addition this time. Our gardener, Good Earth … (1 comments)
It is a great idea for sellers who have decided to wait for better market conditions to upgrade their homes in the meantime.
You are probably wondering what changes add value to a 20th century home(one of the criteria for listing on the National Historic Register is that a property be at least 50 years old). So put yourself in the place of a buyer, and think about what you need in a home … (0 comments)
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Have you ever thought of getting a trendy granite counter top, but decided against it because of the cost? Your reluctance is understandable - at $50-$150 a square foot, it can be a costly renovation item.
Unfortunately just because it's February doesn't mean your yard requires less attention. Instead of putting a lot of energy into your gardens in the spring and fall, try giving them a little attention year-round. The results will be well worth the effort.
Before we discuss objectivity of NAR studies, I would like to try to discover the research methodology any real estate entity might use to determine what makes a home sell "faster" or at a higher price. 
Ready to reinvent your space? 
If you are planning to sell your home in the near future and wondering what you can do to get your home ready to market, try to put yourself in the buyer's position. You may love your home and think it's perfect but things may look quite different through a … (4 comments)
Staging is all about creating a connection with the future homeowner. 
Furnishing your home with environmentally friendly products doesn't have to be costly or time consuming. As demand grows for these furnishings more companies are producing them, and some are switching their inventories over completely. The result is more selection for buyers, and cheaper costs. For home owners who've been waiting to … (0 comments)
According to the Cost vs Value Report these are the best home improvements to increase the selling value of your home. I have listed them in order with the dollar amount in resale value and the percentage reflecting your return of investment (ROI). Here is the list:
Installing a luxury touch in the home, is often bypassed by folk living in rental properties because no-one really wants to invest their money for someone else's benefit!
Choosing the perfect floor tile can be a daunting task. Not only do you have to select from dozens of different types flooring, but the tiles need to match their intended use. Then comes colors, sizes - the list goes on. 
We have been studying a trend of new home buyers in the US in light of this latest housing boom. And how we should adjust our strategies to deal with it. Last year we saw 5.56 million sales of existing homes and we all know that the number of brand new … (0 comments)
Looking for more space in your kitchen for dishes, pots, pans and utensils? Do you sometimes feel you can barely find space to cook? If so, the information below is for you: 1. The Lazy Susan - A Cooks Best FriendAt one point called dumbwaiters, a Lazy Susan consists of, generally, … (0 comments)
Home improvements can increase your home value.One of the least expensive ways to greatly improve your home value is to have your carpets professionally cleaned.Not all carpet cleaning is the same. There is a "Consumer Reports" of carpet cleaning now, that is the Carpet and Rug Institute, or CRI. They have … (2 comments)
This article was from the Bergen Record here in New Jersey. It talks about the value of curb appeal and a new study about what to spend money on to improve the value of your home. I think it is a great article. Also, they were nice enough to quote me … (6 comments)
As Realtors we often get asked, "How can I improve the value of my home?" And as Realtors we realize that there is no easy answer to that question. It is essential that a qualified Realtor do a thorough walk through of property to determine if any improvements would be worthwhile...
Prudential Gardner, Realtors • 985-249-8081 • tina@tinabaril.com • http://www.tinabaril.com/?CertContactID=0&CampElementID=0
If only we knew? But here's a start ... Over-sized Garages?
Preparing a home in today's market has become very critical. In a good market it was always important, however, now it's a must. Even if you are not planning on selling, a yearly checkup on your home will prevent major problems and renovation later. 
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I opened my mail today and noticed the new issue of Realtor Magazine. There were the usual articles about how to sell and lots of ads to spend money on. But one of the most interesting articles was the one titled "Cars and Cable" It was about what buyers want, are … (8 comments)
The Loan Process - Step by Step A primary component in the renovation process is the property. Forhomebuyers planning to buy a new property, renovation financing can actually expand their opportunities. Buyers may find that they are able to choose ahouse they never considered because they can now allow for the … (4 comments)
Many people when they hear of real estate investing they think of the term ‘flipping homes'. But there is so much more that can be done with regards to investing in a housing market such as this. 
The Home Builders Association of Livingston County (HBALC) will be presenting this year's Home and Garden Expo at the Brighton High School Field House on Saturday, October 6th from 10am-7pm and Sunday, October 7th from 11am-4pm. Tickets are $5 for adults, 15 and under are free.
Most Expensive Home In The Neighborhood:
In a warm climate like Arizona's, building usable outdoor living space is one of the simplest ways to add value to your home and enjoyment to your life. Imagine hosting parties on your back deck. Add a barbeque and cooler and the experience is complete. A deck can easily be added … (4 comments)
September:Labor Day is September 3rd and Fall begins on September 23rd.
How to Inexpensively Increase the Value of Your Home
Summer is an excellent time for homeowners to paint their homes. The hot weather ensures faster drying times, and minimizes weather-related complications and delays. Here are some good tips on painting the exterior of your home: Inspect the exterior. Before painting, check for bad patches, stains or rot. Damaged wood siding … (0 comments)
In today's real estate market, current homeowners not only want to modernize their living space, but also ensure that the improvement made to the property is a solid investment in the home's value. You do not need to be an improvement expert, but we should be well versed in accurate numbers when … (0 comments)
Seems like there are new inventions that come along every day that when we hear about them, we say to ourselves, "Why didn't I think of that?" Today there was spot on the Today Show about just such an invention. Something that's so common to our everyday lives. How would you … (29 comments)
I cringe when I have to tell a seller that they will see little return on the money they've spent in remodeling their home. Upgrades must be appropriate for the style and price range of the neighborhood or they could actually detract from the value and salability of the home.
Everyone loves a deal that will save them money on their income taxes, whether it is a credit of some kind, rebate to turn in or other incentive that will cut money off of the cash they have to pay the government. Refund checks are almost revered in this country because … (0 comments)
According to an interesting real estate feature on Forbes.com, Best And Worst Home Improvements, there are home improvements that home owner's make that actually do not yield the highest rate of return. Home owner's are cautioned not to make improvements that are so 'fancy' that they are not appealing or seem … (3 comments)
I'm often asked what improvements a person should do to a house while they live there, so that they can ACE the sale. HGTV has some good data and so does Elizabeth Weintraub at About.com. (Isn't she fab - anyone else a fan?)Here's a new spin:Anyone catch this article on Yahoo … (21 comments)