home: Foreclosure dangers - 05/23/07 05:09 PM
The real estate down market many areas are currently going through poses several dangers in the form of foreclosures. Sometimes we don't pay much attention to a foreclosure in our neighborhood, but we really should. It's understandable to feel sorry for the people who have to leave their home under a cloud. It's … (3 comments)
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home: Revisions to Ontario Refrigerant Regulation - 05/23/07 03:40 PM
By Nalliah Thayabharan, Registered Home Inspector, Member of CAHPI-Ontario and Certified By ASHI, Expert Building Inspections Ltd., Markham ON 905 940 0811 www.expertinspector.comOn May 4, 2007, the Ontario Cabinet approved the revisions to the provincial refrigerant regulations that were announced in June of 2006. The new regulations include provisions to phase … (0 comments)
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home: Laporte Indiana Hud Foreclosure Available for $66,000 (Four Bedroom) - 05/23/07 03:39 PM
1500 TSF. Four Bedroom Cape Cod Hud Home in Laporte Indiana
Shelby Indiana Hud Home Available
How and Where to Buy Local HUD Homes
The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) sells homes at reduced prices that you might want to buy! What is a HUD Home? "A HUD home is a 1 to 4 … (0 comments)
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home: $50,000 Hud Foreclosure for sale in Shelby Indiana - 05/23/07 03:24 PM
Shelby Indiana Hud Home Available
How and Where to Buy Local HUD Homes
The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) sells homes at reduced prices that you might want to buy! What is a HUD Home? "A HUD home is a 1 to 4 unit residential property acquired by HUD as a result of … (0 comments)
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home: Buying or Selling? - 05/23/07 03:04 PM
Macomb, Lapeer or St. Clair County, Michigan? If you are not currently working with a Realtor and have real estate question about buying or selling, give me a call. I'd be happy to help you though the selling or buying of you home or vacant land. My client are of upmost importance … (0 comments)
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home: Building Code exams are not required Engineers & Architects - 05/23/07 01:34 PM
By Nalliah Thayabharan, Registered Home Inspector, Member of CAHPI-Ontario and Certified By ASHI, Expert Building Inspections Ltd., Markham ON 905 940 0811 www.expertinspector.comSuperior Court Justices Smith, Chapnik and Lane issued Reasons for Judgement in the Professional Engineers of Ontario legal challenge against the Ministry of Municipal Affairs & Housing.The following represents … (0 comments)
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home: Access to Electrical Panel & Ontario HVAC Contractors - Decision by MTCU - 05/23/07 01:31 PM
By Nalliah Thayabharan, Registered Home Inspector, Member of CAHPI-Ontario and Certified By ASHI, Expert Building Inspections Ltd., Markham ON 905 940 0811 www.expertinspector.com MTCU Director of Apprenticeship, Rob Easto, announced that he will not adjust the interpretation he provided in October. In making this decision, Easto cited a number of factors which … (0 comments)
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home: Buying a Home in the "Right" Neighborhood - 05/23/07 01:03 PM
RealEstate.com Offers Tips on Buying a Home in the "Right" Neighborhood
When looking for a new home, finding the "right" neighborhood can be just as important as finding the perfect house.
Who wants a neighborhood of empty-nesters if you have young kids? And what singleton wants to live in a family-oriented neighborhood … (0 comments)
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home: NACHI Conference - 05/23/07 12:32 PM
By Nalliah Thayabharan, Registered Home Inspector, Member of CAHPI-Ontario and Certified By ASHI, Expert Building Inspections Ltd., Markham ON 905 940 0811 www.expertinspector.comI am surprised that recent National Association of Certified Home Inspectors (NACHI) Annual Conference was held in the busiest time of year for Home Inspectors. Let's assume Ottawa prices … (2 comments)
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home: CEU - NACHI Conference - 05/23/07 12:19 PM
By Nalliah Thayabharan, Registered Home Inspector, Member of CAHPI-Ontario and Certified By ASHI, Expert Building Inspections Ltd., Markham ON 905 940 0811 www.expertinspector.comThere were many very good educational seminars at the recent NACHI conference. I thought the conference itself was excellent - very knowledgable speakers, nice venue, lots of exhibitors, not to … (2 comments)
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home: Close More Listing Agreements with Mortgage Payment Deferral - 05/23/07 12:10 PM
Attention Real Estate Agents:
Close More Listing Agreements
with Mortgage Payment DeferralOn your next listing appointment, set yourself apart from the competition. Tell your prospective listing client about Mortgage Payment Deferral, the program that lets them use the equity in their home to make the mortgage payment until their home sells. … (0 comments)
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home: Metal Roof Installation - 05/23/07 12:08 PM
By Nalliah Thayabharan, Registered Home Inspector, Member of CAHPI-Ontario and Certified By ASHI, Expert Building Inspections Ltd., Markham ON 905 940 0811 www.expertinspector.comMy client called me and was wondering what was the proper procedure for the installation of metal roofing tiles. He was told by the Metal Roofing Salesperson that they … (0 comments)
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home: Client Playing Plumber! What a Day! - 05/23/07 12:05 PM
By Nalliah Thayabharan, Registered Home Inspector, Member of CAHPI-Ontario and Certified By ASHI, Expert Building Inspections Ltd., Markham ON 905 940 0811 www.expertinspector.comHad an interesting one this morning. The house has been vacant since last fall and was a Power of Sale. It was an ugly divorce situation and both parties … (1 comments)
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home: Homebuyers: How much Home Can You Really Afford?? - 05/23/07 08:59 AM
Homebuyers: How Much Home Can You Afford?
When you're planning to purchase a home, it's important to know how much home you can afford. Homebuyers will find that there are a number of factors that affect what they can afford.
First, prospective homebuyers will need to determine how much of a down payment … (2 comments)
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home: Vacant Home Policy... Vacancies effect insurance coverage... How insured is your customer? - 05/22/07 11:48 PM
It happens oh so often, the customer calls their agent and states, "I need to renew my policy but the home has been vacant for 2+ months as we try to sell." The statement immediately positions the insurance company to "terminate" the policy.
The multiple listing services documents the vacant status well … (9 comments)
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home: Don't make any credit purchases until after the purchase - 05/22/07 06:39 PM
This post hits very close to home with me because I have the tire marks in my back to prove it. In a particular transaction... let's just call it "my worst nightmare"... the buyer had a hard time to get the loan as it was; then he goes and buys a … (1 comments)
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home: What's the best Second job for Realtors? - 05/22/07 05:59 PM
In your opinion, what's the best way for a new Realtor or if times are slow for a seasoned Realtor to earn a supplemental income to get them through the hard times?
DOG EMERGENCY in Gilbert, Arizona- these dogs will be put to sleep
A friend sent this today to me and … (7 comments)
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home: Perris Single Family Home on Large Lot - 05/22/07 05:48 PM
Perris California Family HomeLocation: Perris, ca1.8 Acre Property Located In A Peaceful Equestrian Community With Miles Of Riding Trails Accessible From The Backyard! Single Story 5 Bedroom, Newer Construction With All The Amenities. Large Kitchen With Granite Counters & Stainless Appliances. Great Room, Separate Formal Living Room And Dining Rooms. Spacious … (0 comments)
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home: Riverside Newer Home on a Large Lot - 05/22/07 05:24 PM
Canyon Ridge EstatesLocation: Riverside, caBeautiful Single Story Home In Canyon Ridge Estates! 1/3 Acre Lot With A View Of The City From The 1100 Sf Deck On The Back Of The House. Large Kitchen With Stainless Appliances, 2 Ovens, A Breakfast Bar, An Island & Walk-In Pantry. Granite Counters, Maple Cabinets … (0 comments)
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home: New Pulte Golf Home In Beaumont - 05/22/07 04:47 PM
Brand New Pulte Home in BeaumontAbsolutely Stunning Brand New Home By Pulte Homes. This 4 Bedroom And 3.5 Bathroom Homes Features A Formal Living And Dining Room, An Office, And A Great Family Room. The Kitchen Comes Complete With Granite Counter Tops, Upgraded Cabinets, Ss Ge Low Profile Appliances. Porcelain Tile … (0 comments)
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home: Corona Realtips - 05/22/07 03:52 PM
California withholding Tax Code Sections 18662 and 18668 have changed. When the laws were first passed the State was trying to balance it's sagging budget. Whether intentional or not, lawmakers passed rules to withhold more tax than due by forcing all California sellers to pay withholding equal to 3.5% of the … (0 comments)
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home: Today in St Louis - May 22, 2007 - 05/22/07 03:29 PM
Got back into town yesterday, and will probably leave town again on Thursday for the Memorial Day weekend. I am finding it very difficult to get motivated to do anything real estate related this week. Not much is going on, and I just can't seem to get focused for a couple of … (2 comments)
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home: Cheap opportunity to start a buisness! Own a piece of History! - 05/22/07 01:14 PM
The Historic "Grange" hall in the little town of Stark is available! Located at the intersection of two busy paved Chisago County roads, this really neat building sits on a pretty one acre parcel of land!Look at this price! $54,900The inside you will find all hardwood floors, and a neat stage … (13 comments)
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home: So, size matters, what about age? - 05/22/07 10:42 AM
Does age matter? In personal relationships, maybe. In housing, not as much as you might think.
I recently had the opportunity to inspect this house. The home was built in the 1890's, but was in better condition than houses I have inspected that were built in the 1970's!
Construction techniques have … (3 comments)
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home: It's not only what we say, but how we say it... - 05/22/07 12:39 AM
I was watching one of those real estate shows on HGTV the other day, you know the one where the couple sit next door watching a small TV as a real estate agent goes through their home offering their critique of the property. As with many topics on TV, shocking or … (20 comments)
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home: Why is ALL This Information Provided for FREE to those Buying or Selling a Home - 05/21/07 10:30 PM
Why is All This Information Provided for FREE to those Buying or Selling a Home in Maryland?
The Website MarylandHOMESTeam.com was designed as a consumer service to help Buyers and Sellers make informed real estate decisions. We know that it is often difficult to get relevant information when you are looking to … (0 comments)
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home: Riverside Dream Home - 05/21/07 06:38 PM
Riverside Dream HomeLocation: Riveside, caMagnificent Executive Estate In Jasper Ranch @ Victoria Grove, A Gated Community. This Customized Home Is Beautifully Situated Between Greenbelts To Provide Unparalleled Privacy And Breath Taking Views From All Over The Home. The Circular Drive, Relaxing Fountain And Professional Landscaping Creates A Prestigious First Impression. A … (2 comments)
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home: Landlords should use precautions with tenants - 05/21/07 05:03 PM
Recently I read a blog about tenants and how some of them respond to their landlords. I can relate to that. I used to own a Property Management company with more than 50+ units and I have seen some crazy things.
The tenants have a lot of rights and whether they are behind … (4 comments)
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home: First-time Home Buyer - 05/21/07 04:19 PM
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home: Parade of Homes - Part II and Real Estate Home Trends - 05/21/07 06:53 AM
On Friday, May 25th, The Parade of Homes officially kicks off. Sponsored by the Home and Building Association of Greater Grand Rapids, those home buyers wanting some great ideas of house plans should spend the money on this great event. If you read, my first blog about the Parade of Homes … (2 comments)
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home: 540 Acres in Coastal Georgia Development Property with - 05/20/07 10:31 PM
both residential and commercial potential. Development property located at the intersection of Highway 99 and 32 in Glynn County, Georgia. Survey, wetlands delineation complete and Phase I Environmental Assessment available for buyer's review. Approximately 7800 ft of frontage on Highway 99, spring-fed ponds. $ 4,250,000
Call Julie Chapman at 912-270-6767 or email chapmanrealty@yahoo.comfor … (1 comments)
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home: Real Estate - Selling a Home - HGTV's Top 20 Renovations - 05/20/07 08:31 PM
In real estate market with an influx of homes for sale, careful planning is necessary when getting a home ready to sell. In today's real estate market, I find that home sellers have figured out that they need to have their home almost perfect if they want it to sell. If … (3 comments)
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home: Parade of Homes of Greater Grand Rapids Lure Buyers with Custom House Plans - 05/20/07 06:32 PM
The 2007 Grand Rapids Parade of Homes is one of my absolute favorite times of the season. Personally, I love the latest and greatest architectural designs of the custom homes and viewing their house floor plans. First time home buyers and seasoned home buyers should take advantage of this time (it … (0 comments)
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home: Lake Station Hud Home Foreclosure for Sale $57,000 - 05/20/07 11:22 AM
How and Where to Buy Local HUD Homes
The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) sells homes at reduced prices that you might want to buy! What is a HUD Home? "A HUD home is a 1 to 4 unit residential property acquired by HUD as a result of a foreclosure action on … (0 comments)
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home: Portage Hud Home for Sale $83,000 - 05/20/07 11:18 AM
How and Where to Buy Local HUD Homes
The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) sells homes at reduced prices that you might want to buy! What is a HUD Home? "A HUD home is a 1 to 4 unit residential property acquired by HUD as a result of a foreclosure action on … (0 comments)
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home: What BUYERS Need to EXPECT when BUYING property.... - 05/20/07 09:46 AM
Contact your lender and get Pre-qualified: Tell him/her your budget, then he/she will tell you what price range you are in. Go over terms and interest rates Sit down with your Realtor and go over your criteria-what you're wants and needs are: area, price, property type, etcPreview homes with your RealtorWhen you … (4 comments)
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home: STOP using Real Estate Agents who STRESS YOU OUT! - 05/20/07 12:39 AM
Real Estate services for BUYERS AND SELLERS OF RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES, SPECIALIZING IN THE TRI-LAKES AREA North of Colorado Springs.
STOP using Real Estate Agents who STRESS YOU OUT! Buying and Selling a home should be fun, organized and you should feel in control.
BUYERS: You will not feel pressured to choose a home. … (3 comments)
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home: Home Prices are Favoring Buyers In Most Areas - Part 1 - 05/19/07 09:05 PM
The National Realty News has an interesting article written on May 15, 2007. Below is Part 1.
State existing-home sales in the first quarter generally are below a year ago but more states are improving than reported in the fourth quarter of 2006, and home prices in most areas show that conditions … (1 comments)
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home: Strategic Financing Sells Homes Faster - 05/19/07 05:24 PM
With interest rates on the rise, it's become increasingly difficult for many homeowners with Adjustable Rate Mortgages. Each month, they watch their monthly payments increase as interest rates climb closer to the lifetime caps of their loans. In addition, property owners who are looking to sell are finding that their properties … (0 comments)
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home: Getting more than your bargained for... - 05/19/07 12:20 PM
I'm sure that many of you have been involved in transactions where certain items that don't normally come with the home get included in the sale, i.e. refrigerator, washer, dryer etc. What about the seller coming with the home?!YEP.. it happened in Madrid, Spain. According to the Houston Chronicle, a real … (1 comments)
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home: Are you looking for horse property what is the difference? - 05/19/07 08:52 AM
I get calls from sellers & buyers that want to talk with me about horse properties. The biggest item of concern has been that they have worked with agents that claim to be knowledgeable in the horse property area. Then they follow that with questions about horse property. Well I for … (0 comments)
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home: 667 Poppy Cir Vacaville, CA 95687 - 05/19/07 01:55 AM
667 Poppy Cir Vacaville, CA 95687Location: MeadowlandsGreat home in Vacaville California. Remodeled kitchen with granite tile counters. Extensive stamped concrete. Driveway and patio. Located in a family neighborhood.FeaturesBedrooms: 4Bathrooms: 2.5Subdivision: MeadowlandsGarage Size: 2 CarSquare Footage: 1701Agent Name: Julio AnchanteBroker: RE/MAX GOLDInformationContact InformationJulio Anchante707-688-3300Contact Reply FormForward to a FriendView Other FlyersPricingAsking Price: … (0 comments)
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home: Harder to Insure - A word about claims - 05/18/07 05:51 PM
Unlike your auto insurance and a comprehensive claim, a home owner's claim will most likely have an effect on premium. And claims made on previous properties can and will follow an insured to a new property. A good case in point is a client who was just moving to Colorado from New … (2 comments)
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home: Exotic Wood Work! Nearly 3 Acres! Near Drews Lake! Dutch Colonial Style! - 05/18/07 05:17 PM
Set off the road! Full cellar! Southern exposure! Hardwood floors! Three bedrooms! Sun porch! Fruit trees! Near Drews Lake! Applianced kitchen! Mountain view! No neighbors...NONE! $134,900! No Misprint! $134,900! … (2 comments)
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home: Pockets Not Bottomless? Well Now...Scope Out This Cape In The $40's! - 05/18/07 04:59 PM
Cute Cape is sided, newly roofed, with new vinyl tilt out windows. Dead end street, quiet spot. Not neighbor behind...just field and more fields and woods. Circuit breakers, oil hot water heat put in 1996. Circuit breakers. Sun porch with foundation under it! Up to 3 bedrooms. Modern kitchen with appliances … (0 comments)
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home: Buying A Home in Spokane - 05/18/07 01:19 PM
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home: IT'S MAGIC! THE INCREDIBLE INVISIBLE HOME! - 05/18/07 12:57 AM
IT'S MAGIC! THE INCREDIBLE INVISIBLE HOME!
"MY HOME IS NOT GETTING ANY SHOWINGS!"
Your home has been on the market for three months. Not a single visitor has come to view it. You really want to sell your home but don't really "need" to. You have given the home curb appeal. You have … (4 comments)
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home: Mulch Essential and Simple - 05/17/07 11:53 PM
Mulch, is essential and simple!
I was reading a article about how mulch is an essential part of gardening for your home. The article stated that without mulch in the garden around your home, the garden wouldn't be able to conserve the moisture needed during the hot days of summer. It futher states that … (6 comments)
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home: Click Here to Call Me NOW! - Selling or Buying a Home Just Became Easy in Maryland - 05/17/07 10:06 PM
Getting your important questions answered just became easy. Just click on the icon above and you can "Ask an Agent" Robert McArtor! - Buying? Selling? Relocating to Maryland or Another State? How about Auctions?
Click and Call NOW!
You only need one realtor to buy or sell a house or home in … (1 comments)
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home: Energy Savings in Laundry Room - 05/17/07 09:35 PM
When purchasing a new washer, consider a front-loading washer. Clean the lint filter after each dryer load to maintain full airflow and maximize drying efficiency. Do all your laundry within a short period - by drying consecutive loads, the energy used to bring the dryer to the proper temperature harnesses heat … (1 comments)
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home: What to do with your Tax Refund-Check out the Napa-Solano Home & Garden Show - 05/17/07 08:19 PM
For those of you who receive tax refunds and are not sure what you want to do with it...I have a great idea. One that may bring added value to your home.
The 17th Annual Napa-Solano Home & Garden Show is being held this weekend May 18 - May 20th. As a … (0 comments)
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home: Don't know what to do with your tax refund? Napa-Solano Home&Garden Show - 05/17/07 08:14 PM
For those of you who receive tax refunds and are not sure what you want to do with it...I have a great idea. One that may bring added value to your home.
The 17th Annual Napa-Solano Home & Garden Show is being held this weekend May 18 - May 20th. As a … (0 comments)
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home: Happy Birthday Mom Horman - 05/17/07 01:22 PM
I just wanted to take a moment to wish Mom Horman a Happy 80th Birthday. I also wanted to pay tribute to this amazing woman. We are celebrating her birthday this Sunday, but her actual birthday is Tuesday, May 22. Her children and grandchildren have been planning the event for months. … (0 comments)
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home: Today in St Louis - May 17, 2007 - 05/17/07 12:41 PM
It's the season for graduations. We have five of them in the family - four from high school and one from nursing school. We are attending only one of the ceremonies, but everyone will get cards and cash. I need to get them in the mail....
I loved the saying in one … (0 comments)
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home: DEATHBED CONFESSIONS: IS IT ALL ABOUT THE OFFICE? - 05/17/07 11:09 AM
Am I the only one in this business who is confused about my relationship with my office? There's an old saying, "on your deathbed, nobody ever said they wished they had spent more time at the office," yet the other day my Broker made a veiled suggestion that perhaps I SHOULD … (1 comments)
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home: Lafayette IN Real Estate - Contemporary Home for Sale - 05/17/07 08:22 AM
http://www.yourrealestatespecialists.com/ Contemporary Masterpiece http://www.yourrealestatespecialists.com/• 3,930 sq. ft., 5 bath, 4 bdrm 1 1/2 story "2 Story Fireplace & Foyer" - MLS® #9927987 $425,000 - Full Finished Basement Raineybrook, Lafayette - Custom Built Contemporary Masterpiece adorned with Top of the Line Features on a Beautiful Wooded Lot. A two story Foyer Entry is … (0 comments)
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home: When It Is Your Move - 05/17/07 12:27 AM
Contacting different moving companies is one of the first steps in moving to a new house. You will find a variety of service options and price ranges from which to choose, whether you are moving across town or thousands of miles across the country.Call several companies for estimates. Ask each company … (0 comments)
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home: Land Lovers - 05/17/07 12:04 AM
Great curb appeal goes a long way toward attracting buyers to a home that is for sale. Many of our sales have been generated by a "For Sale" sign in front of a home that is beautifully landscaped. Prospective buyers who admire a home's exterior often prove to be among the … (0 comments)
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home: Energy Savings in Kitchen - 05/16/07 09:58 PM
Repair leaky faucets by installing new washers. Install a tap aerator on your kitchen faucet. Place your freezer in a cool, dark place. Place your fridge out of direct sunlight and away from the stove. Only use your dishwasher for full loads and do not activate the drying/warming cycle. When purchasing … (0 comments)
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home: Energy Efficient Condos in Toronto - 05/16/07 09:54 PM
Have you considered buying an energy efficient condo?An energy efficient condo will: lower utility bills reduced greenhouse gas emissions increased resale value less strain on our energy supply Green condos may also improve indoor air quality.There are over 2,000 green condo units in Toronto. These developments have worked with the City's … (0 comments)
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home: Possible Locations of Hidden Mold - 05/16/07 09:38 PM
The back side of drywall, wallpaper, or paneling, The top of ceiling tiles, The underside of carpets and pads, Pipe chases (with leaking or condensing pipes), Walls behind furniture (where condensation forms), … (4 comments)
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home: Tips on Mold Prevention - 05/16/07 09:30 PM
1. Fix leaky plumbing and leaks in the building envelope as soon as possible.2. Watch for condensation and wet spots.3. Prevent moisture due to condensation by increasing surface temperature or reducing the moisture level in air (humidity).4. Keep HVAC drip pans clean with overflow and condensate lines unobstructed.5. Vent moisture-generating appliances, … (0 comments)
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home: Harmonized Standard for Windows & Doors - 05/16/07 09:22 PM
Current Standards for Windows, Skylights and Door SystemsWindowsDivision B, Section 9.7. of the 2005 edition of the National Building Code of Canada requires windows to conform to CAN/CSA-A440, “Windows” and CAN/CSA-A440.1, “User Selection Guide to CSA Standard CAN/CSA-A440-00, Windows”.The Can/CSA-A440 standard classifies windows according to their performance in three areas—airtightness, watertightness … (0 comments)
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home: Gustav Handegord - Building Science Expert - 05/16/07 09:16 PM
Gus began his building science career at the University of Saskatchewan where he worked as a lecturer after receiving his B.E. in Mechanical Engineering in 1946. He then joined DBR’s Prairie Research Station in 1948, and thanks to serendipity, went on to the University of Illinois where he received his Masters … (0 comments)
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home: Leaders in Action - Stepping up to the Energy Challenge - 05/16/07 09:03 PM
Conservation Forum for Business LeadersTuesday, June 12, 2007 7:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Venue: Toronto Board of Trade - Downtown Centre Concerns about global warming and other environmental issues are driving leaders to think harder about energy use, and there�s a growing awareness that greater efficiency has a positive impact on … (1 comments)
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home: Care and Maintenance of a Rural Septic Tank System - 05/16/07 08:49 PM
In rural areas, the septic tank system is the most inexpensive and efficient method to dispose of household sewage. A septic tank system that is correctly designed, located, constructed and well maintained will function effectively and safely for years. An improperly designed, located, constructed or inadequately maintained system can seriously endanger … (2 comments)
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home: What Home Buyers Should Know About Well Water Supply - 05/16/07 08:46 PM
Home buyers should always make their own investigations. These include a well driller's certificate and a potability test.A clause in the agreement of purchase and sale should contain a warranty that the seller never had any problems with the drilled well on the property and that the water supply was sufficient … (0 comments)
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home: 2407 Palomas, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87110 - 05/16/07 06:51 PM
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home: Is a home an investment? - 05/16/07 06:06 PM
Traditionally home ownership is considered a place to live, a roof over your head, a social phenomenon. What else? It's psychologically uplifting because you're now effectively in complete control over the four walls and a top that you occupy. You're in charge and that tells you that you belong. It's your castle.
I'm in … (3 comments)
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home: New Listing in West St Paul Minnesota $234,900 charming stucco home - 05/16/07 04:41 PM
Dymanite home! Charm and character in this home are rated a perfect 10! 3 br/ 1 ba home with a 2 car garage and fenced in yard. You will want to invite your friends to show off this house. Original woodwork thorought the main level. Fireplace in the living room, seperate … (0 comments)
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home: Strategies, Not Plans, May Slash Mortgage Interest Costs - 05/16/07 03:55 PM
It's strategies, not plans, that create progress in life and in real estate.
The mix of sudden shifts and long time frames associated with real estate can turn the best laid plans into "if only I'd" regrets. On the other hand, successful strategies incorporate flexibility into decision making because results matter … (0 comments)
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home: Living in the Lap of Luxury - Newfoundland Style - 05/16/07 12:53 PM
It is said (mostly by the Atlantic Lottery Corporation) that a Million Dollars goes a lot further in Atlantic Canada than anywhere else in Canada and perhaps the US.
Seems logical, our cost of living is low due to moderate housing costs, our heating costs may be higher its all relative. I … (3 comments)
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home: Here is a market "Snapshot" for North Branch Minnesota so far this year! - 05/16/07 12:40 PM
How is the housing market in North Branch shaping up this year?
Not as good as last year unfortunately.
At this time last year 83 home had SOLD in North Branch with an average sale price of $216,151.
This year so far 62 homes are under contract or have SOLD in North Branch for … (0 comments)
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home: Successful Low Ball Offer - Or Least The Best Approach! - 05/16/07 10:24 AM
Real estate transactions are not all the same. There are always cases where a buyer really needs (or wants) to buy a specific home. If that is the case, they buyers should always present an offer that is very enticing to the seller. However, some buyers approach home buying more as … (6 comments)
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home: ANNOUNCING THE FASTEST WAY TO SELL YOUR HOME …IN 30 DAYS OR LESS - 05/16/07 08:50 AM
ANNOUNCING THE FASTEST WAY TO SELL YOUR HOME...IN 30 DAYS OR LESS--------------------------------------------------------------------------------New, Easy Sell-It-Yourself Sales Method Attracts Eager, Motivated Home Buyers Like A Steel-Magnet... -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dear Friend, The secret to selling your home fast, lies hidden in a little-know quick sales technique. It can sell your home in record time. It produces highly … (5 comments)
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home: SOLD in 60 Days or We Pay You $1,000 in Maryland, Harford, Baltimore, Cecil County - 05/16/07 07:10 AM
My Performance Guarantee....."SOLD in 60 Days or I Pay You $1,000" for Homes in Maryland, Homes in Baltimore, Homes in Harford and Homes in Cecil County
While every agent would like to promise to sell your home in Maryland, the reality of the real estate market today is that this simply doesn't … (0 comments)
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home: Home builders under pressure - 05/16/07 12:26 AM
The latest data in the Housing Market Index, HMI, that measures the nations's housing demand slips to the lowest level in its present cycle. It's put together monthly by the National Association of Home Builders and Wells Fargo. The survey focuses on three key areas; builder outlook for current single-family house sales, overall sales projections for the next six … (3 comments)
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home: A Pen that can help you protect your Identity! - 05/15/07 11:31 PM
This is an excerpt from the show on ID Scams that was on Oprah - this is the one thing that caught my eye the most, thought i'd mention it here!Shield Your Fortune with a $2 PenAll it takes to empty your bank account is a single signed check stolen from … (8 comments)
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home: DC Home Sales Up! - 05/15/07 10:13 PM
The Washington Business Journal just reported (5/15/07) that despite a nationwide home sale decrease of 6.6 percent in the 1st quarter (from a year ago), sales of existing homes in the District jumped 9.3 percent, the second biggest increase in the country! The WBJ also references a quarterly report from the National Association of … (0 comments)
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home: Grandville Real Estate Update - 05/15/07 09:27 PM
As always you can easily see homes for sale in Grandville here For the update on Homes for sale in Grandville I will start with current homes for sale year to date. There are 273 homes in Grandville Schools for sale right now. Ranging in price from a $83,000 home in Grandville schools to … (0 comments)
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home: Today in St Louis - May 15, 2007 - 05/15/07 05:02 PM
Well, I got word today that I didn't get the listing on Alfred. The seller's reason was that my evaluation of the list price for their home was too low. I told them they needed to be around $130,000 or less. They are being relocated, and acted like they wanted a … (0 comments)
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home: Tenant Tips - 05/15/07 12:34 PM
When you buy an investment property, finding and keeping a tenant is very important. It's been said that a little caution during the screening process can save a lot of headaches later on.You can rely on an intuitive sense of how a prospect feels to you. While this is an important … (1 comments)
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home: Responding to Low Offers - 05/15/07 12:14 PM
The beginning of negotiations is usually the end of many months of hard work for the buyer or seller. The work ahead requires skill in order to maintain a strong position.Sellers can lose their advantage if they do not counter an offer that a buyer has made. Even if the opening … (6 comments)
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home: Remodeling? May Not Be The Best Choice - 05/15/07 11:59 AM
The first question you need to ask yourself before you consider a major or even a minor remodel is... Is this remodel for me or am I doing this to increase the value of the home, so I can sell it at a higher price?
I tell my clients … (0 comments)
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home: Mortgage Brokers Save You Money-Part II - 05/15/07 11:21 AM
In Part I, Mortgage Brokers Save You Money-Part I we noted that mortgage brokers generally offer better financing packages than banks.
Let's examine this issue in more detail. Bank lenders only offers mortgage products from their own (usually very limited) products the bank produces. Sometimes bank lending agents may not want to … (2 comments)
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home: Phase Inspections Can Save You $$$$ by Carl Winters - 05/15/07 08:34 AM
What Can the Buyer Do? The buyer’s best line of defense to assure that the home being built is up to par is to hire his or her own independent property inspector to monitor the construction process. Having an inspector working with you throughout the project will help you in … (3 comments)
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home: Fairfield California Real Estate - Homes for sale in Solano County - 05/15/07 04:32 AM
Fairfield California Real Estate Realtors!You need a local Fairfield California Real Estate expert working for you. With our expert local knowledge of the Fairfield CA Real Estate market and surrounding areas, including Vacaville, Suisun City, Cordelia and Dixon.You Need the Advice of a Fairfield CA Real Estate ProfessionalFREE MARKET ANALYSIS! Selling … (0 comments)
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home: Utah Home Owners Get Rebates from Questar & Rocky Mountain Power - 05/14/07 05:21 PM
Salt Lake County Home Owners Insulation Rebates! Have you heard about the home Weatherization Rebate programs from Questar and Rocky Mountain Power? These are some of the best rebates I have ever seen offered to home owners. Both utilities have been offering weatherization rebates to home owners for months but in March … (0 comments)
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home: First Time Buyers – Meet The Realtor! (Part 2 of 12) - 05/14/07 03:56 PM
So you've decided you'd like to buy your first home. Great! So what do you do next? My advice is to meet with a few local real estate agents who work full time helping clients to buy & sell homes in the community you'd like to live in. These agents will have … (0 comments)
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home: Best cities for young singles - 05/14/07 01:30 PM
Today's local newspaper, The News & Observer, featured an article regarding Raleigh, NC as one of the best cities for young singles.
According to Kiplinger's Personal Finance, the Capital City joined Washington; Denver; Austin, Texas; and Lexington, Ky., as the best cities for young singles.
Among Kiplinger's criteria: "For young singles, two … (0 comments)
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home: Women in transition? - 05/14/07 11:52 AM
I was once one. Without delving too terribly far into my personal life, lets just say that at one point in my life, I found myself in a position that I never, in my wildest dreams, thought I would be in... going through a tough divorce. I had been a homemaker … (1 comments)
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home: Parkville, Maryland (21234) Monthly Homes Sales Report - 05/14/07 10:35 AM
(Sunday, April 1st - Monday, April 30th)Here's the month in review for Real Estate Activity for Parkville, Maryland (21234)Homes For Sale There were 111 new listings placed on the market. List prices range from $136,000 to $534,900. Of these properties 1 has SOLD, 39 are currently under contract and the remaining 71 … (0 comments)
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home: Effective Marketing - 05/14/07 03:15 AM
If your home has been listed for a number of weeks and you have only seen it featured in one newspaper ad, you may start feeling anxious. Although your house is being shown regularly, you wonder if the agent is doing enough.Home sellers often equate effective marketing with classified ads in … (1 comments)
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home: Choosing A Lender - 05/14/07 03:10 AM
When you are buying a new home or refinancing your present one, it is wise to do some comparison shopping among lenders. A low interest rate isn't the only criterion by which to evaluate a loan. You should also consider the terms of the mortgage, what your closing costs will be … (1 comments)
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home: Building Considerations - 05/14/07 03:08 AM
Are you planning to build your dream home? Once you are pre-approved for a loan and have found a professional real estate agent you trust, you are ready to start looking for the perfect lot. Compare the qualities of several target neighborhoods by looking at schools, shopping, recreation and zoning. Make … (0 comments)
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home: Closing Questions - 05/14/07 03:02 AM
Because of the complexity of a real estate transaction, questions and concerns arise frequently for those who are buying or selling a home. Most people experience a degree of stress at the closing of the sales transaction. Both parties are probably feeling nervous and vulnerable as they sign the papers, and … (0 comments)
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home: Net Sheet for Sellers - 05/14/07 02:52 AM
When you consider what price you should accept when selling your home, there are two important factors that will influence your decision. The first factor is the basic sales price. The second, and more important, is the amount you will actually receive from the proceeds at the closing.Your real estate agent … (1 comments)
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home: Buyers Real Estate Jitters - 05/14/07 02:41 AM
Here is a typical scenario illustrating the effects of buyer's remorse. Your home was on the market for a few weeks, and you are now feeling fortunate because an attractive offer has been presented by qualified buyers. Once the ink dried on the contract forms, however, it seemed that everything suddenly … (0 comments)
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home: Tips for First Time Investors - 05/14/07 02:38 AM
When starting out as a real estate investor, you can choose either the conservative approach of holding a property until it increases in value or the riskier approach of "flipping" - reselling very soon after making some improvements that add value. If you plan on taking the safer approach, keep the … (2 comments)
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home: Brighter is Better - 05/13/07 08:15 PM
Sometimes a real estate agent will walk into a home that is basically attractive, yet communicates the feeling that something is lacking. Then the agent notices that all of the drapes are closed, interior lights are off and there is a lot of overgrown shrubbery blocking the sunlight that might otherwise … (0 comments)
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