moving: Home Sweet Home - 08/20/08 05:35 PM
When can I move in?
From state to state the real estate details in a sale differ. Even within the same state, from one region to the next it can be different.
In the northern Illinois area, the buyer typically gets possession of the home at closing. After the … (0 comments)
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moving: Make Your Move A Success - 08/19/08 02:27 PM
When relocating or buying a new home, there is one thing that most people dread: moving day. While it can indeed be a hectic day, planning your move weeks in advance can make things much smoother. It's also important to know what to expect on moving day itself. Here are some … (4 comments)
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moving: Does Moving Up Make Sense? - 08/19/08 10:01 AM
Have you wondered if you’re ready for a home that’s larger or in a more desirable location? If you answer yes to most of the questions, it’s a sign that you may be ready to move.
Do you have substantial built up equity in your current home? Look at your annual … (0 comments)
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moving: WHEN IT RAINS...IT POURS - 08/18/08 08:03 PM
WHEN IT RAINS...IT POURS!! as the old adage says.
Here we are again, Southwest Florida in the nation's eye (sorry for the pun) but this time it's not because we're "the Foreclosure capital" of the country, maybe the world. Not because our monthly residential building permits went down from 300 a … (6 comments)
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moving: Sales are on the rise in many Virginia Counties - 08/17/08 09:21 AM
The numbers of homes that have sold in Prince William County have more than doubled from May to July.
If you are a buyer and you are questioning whether or not this really is a good time to buy, you need to think about 5-8 years from now and ask yourself … (2 comments)
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moving: Moving Glossary News You Can Use - 08/17/08 08:26 AM
CARRIER - Company transporting your household goods.
DECLARED VALUE - Usually a value you place on all of the items you are moving. It's better to over estimate than to under estimate because any insurance will be based on this amount.
ESTIMATE, BINDING - This is an agreement made in advance … (0 comments)
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moving: Aubrey's New Backyard - 08/16/08 03:19 PM
Not only did we move into a great home but it has the perfect backyard for a growing child! Check this out! It was like icing on the cake when we were looking at the home!!! Perfect for the baby!!!!
There will be a lot of yard work to take … (1 comments)
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moving: Moving..where do I start..It's tough to do alone. - 08/16/08 07:46 AM
ReRelocating?...Moving Out?....Don't know where to start?......... Relax.
Moving to that new location can be a lot easier than
you imagine.What ever the reason for your move
your job, a vacation home, a second home or
maybe an investment home for those college years,
I can be … (0 comments)
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moving: NEW MOVE!!!!NEW ATTITUDE!!! - 08/15/08 03:06 PM
Hi Everyone,
After selling Santa Barbara real estate for over 25 years and being located 14 years in the same location my office has moved. We have 50 agents and a 7 person staff move from 10,000 square feet to 5,000. Some agents have chosen to be challenged (upset) with the lack of … (3 comments)
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moving: Do Your Clients Have a Million Things to Do Before Moving? - 08/15/08 03:01 PM
Moving can be exciting as well as stressful! Just read about an online Moving Calendar that helps people manage their entire move from start to finish in daily, weekly and monthly views based on their move date. The Moving Calendar features a count-down ticker to the big moving day as well … (2 comments)
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moving: Make Your Move as Easy and Stress Free as Possible - 08/15/08 10:28 AM
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moving: Teamwork - 08/14/08 06:39 PM
"From Him the whole body, joined and held together by every supporting ligament, grows and builds itself up in love, as each part does its work." - Ephesians 4:16
No one can operate successfully in isolation. Dare to share the credit and the glory with a winning team. Motivational speaker Zig … (0 comments)
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moving: Award Winning Poster? --- And You Thought You Worked Hard. - 08/14/08 11:32 AM
My sister took this pic when she was traveling overseas and when I saw it I said, "This is perfect for my company's message." What do you think? Can it win an award?
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Let's face it, moving is a hassle and even with all your friends and relatives … (7 comments)
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moving: What Are Your Plans for the Future? - 08/13/08 10:19 AM
When you're buying a home, you need to consider how long you plan on living there.
My advice is to plan on staying in your new home for at least several years. The longer you can stay in your new home, the more appreciation and equity you should have when … (0 comments)
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moving: Picking the Right Moving Company - 08/12/08 03:16 PM
When you’re in the middle of buying or selling your house, it’s easy to get hung up on the details of the deal and forget to spend time on some of the things you take for granted in the process. Finding the right moving company is more important – and can … (0 comments)
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moving: Moving Tips - 08/12/08 01:15 PM
If you have ever moved before or are in the process of moving, you know what a headache it can be. Packing and moving boxes is tiring and frustrating. Unpacking in your new place can lead to anxiety and disorganization. While moving may never truly be stress free, you can … (5 comments)
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moving: Moving On: Powerful Tips For Selling Your Home. - 08/08/08 10:16 AM
MOVING ON: POWERFUL TIPS FOR SELLING YOUR HOME.
By: Brendan Winans
Century 21 Metro Alliance
1333 W. 120th Ave. Westminster CO. 80234
Office (303) 452-0540
Mobile (303) 829-7214
Maybe you're moving to a larger home to accommodate a growing family, relocating for a new career opportunity, or purchasing a … (0 comments)
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moving: Digital TV - 08/07/08 11:30 AM
Digital TV Is Coming
Before you buy a new television, you should know broadcasters will switch from analog to digital broadcasting on February 17, 2009. TVs that receive free programming with a roof-top antenna or rabbit ears will require a digital-to-analog converter box or users will need to switch to cable … (0 comments)
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moving: A Few Easy Ways To Take The Headache Out Of Moving. - 08/07/08 10:39 AM
A FEW EASY WAYS TO TAKE THE HEADACHE OUT OF MOVING
By Brendan Winans
Century 21 Metro Alliance
1333 W. 120th Ave. Westminster CO. 80234
Office (303) 452-0540
Mobile (303) 829-7214
Moving from one house to another is always a challenge, but it … (1 comments)
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moving: Military Relocation - 08/06/08 09:38 PM
If you want to find a military family who is relocating, contact www.famonline.org. They have hundreds of families in the system today who are looking for credit strengthening, agents and lenders. Help us help these families.
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moving: How I work with Relocation to Northern Virginia - 08/06/08 11:06 AM
Moving can be scary. You have a lot of choices--you probably have a new job or career. You may not have friends in your new community, which will mean not only will you have to find and meet new friends, but you have to pick an area that will allow you … (0 comments)
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moving: Make Your Move Worry And Stress Free - 08/06/08 09:08 AM
Portable On Demand Storage or PODS provides a worry and stress free alternative for your move. You can use their service whether you just want to store some items or moving down the street or across country.
PODS will deliver a container to your home which you can pack at your … (0 comments)
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moving: Discounts on Almost Anything Through VIPmover.com - 08/04/08 09:34 AM
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We are pleased to offer an exciting new benefit to you, our valued customer, that will help you save time and money before, during, and long after the move to your new home.
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Our VIPMover.com online shopping center will save you time and money on your moving … (7 comments)
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moving: What is a Prelisting Inspection? And Should I Have One? - 08/03/08 03:10 PM
By David N. Slavin, ABR, SRES www.SellMyHouseDave.com
This is a simple question to answer. A prelisting inspection is the same as a regular house inspection but the difference is you are getting it on your own house BEFORE your buyer does. Should you have one? YES!!!
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moving: Why movers have such a bad reputation - 08/02/08 09:34 AM
I have recently moved and I for the first time used a moving company. Prior to this move I have moved 14 times as an adult ... not including the 9 different moves while my father was in the Air Force. So I know about moving. I researched and got quotes … (0 comments)
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moving: What is the Market Expecting for July Non-Farm Payrolls? | Sigma Forex - 07/31/08 09:55 PM
Change in Non-Farm Payrolls: -75k Forecast, -62k PreviousUnemployment Rate: 5.6% Forecast, 5.5% PreviousChange in Manufacturing Payrolls: -40k Forecast, -33k PreviousAverage Hourly Earnings: 3.4% Forecast, 3.4% PreviousAverage Weekly Hours: 33.7 Forecast, 33.7 Previous Of the 79 economists polled by Bloomberg, the most optimistic forecast is by First Trust Advisors, which calls … (1 comments)
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moving: Demand for Urban Living due to high gas prices! - 07/31/08 02:42 PM
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moving: 1-800-GOT-JUNK? helping you with your junk removal needs. - 07/30/08 06:12 PM
1-800-GOT-JUNK? is the World's Largest Junk Removal Service. We help realtors, homeowners, property managers, contractors and business owners with their junk removal needs. Our service includes all of the loading, cleanup and disposal. All you do is call and we do the rest. We send out a clean, shiny truck (all … (0 comments)
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moving: MovingScam.com - 07/30/08 01:16 PM
If you're moving, be sure to check out movingscam.com before you hire someone.
There's a terrible scam where the bill of lading is doubled after your stuff is loaded on the truck. Then, unless you hand over the cash, they'll store your stuff on the truck, and you'll just watch the … (0 comments)
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moving: Filing a claim for loss or damage with your mover. - 07/30/08 10:50 AM
The first thing you have to remember is that your mover did not provide you with "insurance".
Regardless if you purchased additional "valuation" from your mover or elected to just move with the standard 60 cents/lb./article...you do not have "all risk" coverage.
#1. If your claim is for packing damage, it … (0 comments)
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moving: I Am Moving My Office and License - 07/30/08 10:22 AM
I have applied to move my license from my current broker to another broker here in town. Many factors worked into this decision and I'm sure I am making the correct choice. Also I am working on my brokers license and this change will eventually lead to me owning the agency, … (0 comments)
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moving: Buy A Home Today! - 07/29/08 12:12 PM
On average, the value of a home nearly doubles every ten years
- Over the last ten years, the cost of rental housing in the U.S. has increased an average of 3% per year.
- The apartment or home that you rent for $750 a month will cost you more than $978 … (0 comments)
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moving: Things To Do When You're Moving - 07/29/08 04:22 AM
Make a list. This seems like a pointless task, but it will definitely be worth it. Make a list of everything that needs to be done, when it needs to be completed, by whom, and who the contacts are. It will help to simplify and distress some of the moving process … (0 comments)
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moving: Moving? Got a lot of stuff and not a lot of time? - 07/27/08 03:49 PM
Are you considering the purchase of a new home? Does the idea of packing up your entire house or apartment make you cringe? Are you downsizing - or would you like to clear out some space in a spare room so that it can be used for a new addition to … (10 comments)
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moving: Relocation Specialist - Realtor Serving Simpsonville, SC - 07/25/08 04:47 PM
Relocating to a new city can often be incredibly stressful for you and your family. It certainly was stressful for me and my family when we moved from Irvine, CA to Greenville, SC.
If you are in the process of relocating to Simpsonville, SC, I can help reduce the stress involved … (1 comments)
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moving: Relocating to Seattle Puget Sound, WA - 07/25/08 03:28 PM
I received many inquiries about relocating to Seattle Puget Sound recently. Let me share some thoughts with you.WA & OR are two of the states that didn’t get much affected by mortgage meltdown. Also, WA does not have state income tax and property tax is about 1% on assessed value. … (0 comments)
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moving: Relocating to Greenville, SC? I Can Make Your Move Enjoyable And Less Stressful! - 07/25/08 02:24 PM
Relocating to a new city can often be incredibly stressful for you and your family. It certainly was stressful for me and my family when we moved from Irvine, CA to Greenville, SC.
If you are in the process of relocating to Greenville, SC, I can help reduce the stress involved … (0 comments)
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moving: Let us take the headache out of house hunting! - 07/25/08 01:08 PM
Dear Mr. or Ms. Buyer,
I'm not here to sell you something...that's new right?! I actually pride myself on the service and follow up I provide to all my buyers whether you're looking for a home next month or a year from now. I also have some rules I want you … (0 comments)
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moving: Free advanced search tools for home buyers and home sellers - 07/25/08 11:56 AM
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moving: 1-800-GOT-JUNK? helping you with your junk removal needs. - 07/24/08 06:53 PM
1-800-GOT-JUNK? is the World's Largest Junk Removal Service. We help realtors, homeowners, property managers, contractors and business owners with their junk removal needs. Our service includes all of the loading, cleanup and disposal. All you do is call and we do the rest. We send out a clean, shiny truck (all … (0 comments)
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moving: A FRESH START - 07/24/08 06:05 PM
Today we started renovating my home office. Moving, even moving one room is emotionally exhausting. I'm impressed that sellers and buyers do it and in such a short time like 30 days for an entire house. You see, when we moved into our house 18 years ago, we didn't have nearly … (1 comments)
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moving: Ten Helpful and Easy Tips to ensure your valuables are stored safely. - 07/24/08 09:38 AM
Moving
house and are wondering how best to store your possessions until you
can
accommodate them in your new home?
Here
are some helpful tips to ensure that everything ultimately reaches you
in one
piece!
Pack each box
to the brim, making sure that the heavier items are at … (0 comments)
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moving: Moving Tip >>> Moving Calendar - Quick Reference. - 07/23/08 02:50 PM
Have you ever said when moving -- "Why didn't I plan this out better?" If you haven't, I am sure your clients have a time or two. People are always underestimating how much time and work it takes to move -- and I am as guilty as the next person.
Below is … (15 comments)
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moving: Moving and the effect on men and women. - 07/22/08 12:58 PM
I was listening to a radio program this morning on the topic of moving and how it affects men and women differently. The guest was saying that people move on the average 11 times during their lifetime. I have moved half of that and most of it was moving to … (1 comments)
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moving: The right paper for packing... - 07/22/08 09:19 AM
Have you ever noticed how sometimes when you read the newspaper, afterwards, your fingers are black from the ink?
Well packing with regular newspaper does the same thing to your household goods. While newspaper is plentiful and easy to come by, it is not suited for packing, especially for items that are … (2 comments)
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moving: 600 Starbucks Are Closing -- And you thought the Boston Tea Party was a good idea. - 07/21/08 01:31 PM
Technologist, Jason Perlow, starts out writing the newsbreak -- "As the great Obi-Wan Kenobi once said, 'I felt a great disturbance in the Force...as if millions of voices suddenly cried out in terror and were suddenly silenced.'"
That is 9% of the total stores (7,087) that are closing. I guess it might not impact too many … (16 comments)
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moving: Don't Get Pushed Around in Your Next Move - 07/20/08 02:55 PM
Buying a home involves a lot of work
And the actual move ends up being a BIG portion of that work. If you hire a moving company it will make the process a lot easier but make sure you choose a company that has your interests in mind.
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moving: Pets and moving... - 07/19/08 01:18 PM
Regardless if you are moving around the corner or across the country, pets pose a special concern during the moving process.
On packing and moving day the doors to residence will be open...a lot! It would be very easy for a pet to get loose. In addition, the constant coming and going … (4 comments)
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moving: Moving in a Wired World - 07/18/08 02:43 PM
It's wise to consider your technology needs carefully when moving to a new home. Be sure to research a new neighborhood's technology choices and problems by talking with service providers and other residents to ensure that high-speed internet access is available, or that a local monument doesn't block satellite service. In … (0 comments)
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moving: Moving plants on Interstate relocations. - 07/18/08 01:31 PM
Plants pose a unique challenge in the moving biz.
Drivers may take plants, but are sometimes reluctant to do so due to the space they take up (considerable due to inability to stack anything above them), relative to the weight they add (minor). Whatever you do, don't count on them being watered … (2 comments)
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moving: Tips for moving with your animals - 07/17/08 03:52 PM
Moving to a place down the block, to another city or another state can be stressful. In many ways, your pets can react to moving in the same way humans do. It is a stressful time for them too. Here are some helpful tips to keep in mind while moving yourself … (0 comments)
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moving: 1 OUT OF 3 OF YOUR EMPLOYEES WILL BE AFFECTED THIS YEAR BY - 07/17/08 03:31 PM
Be a Company that offers better benefits to your employees at Zero cost to you!
Studies show 1 in 3 of your employees may upgrade or down grade their properties this year. Here are a just some of the personalized services available to your organization:
*2% Cash back on the … (0 comments)
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moving: Doing the "Shuttle" two step.... - 07/17/08 10:20 AM
Ahhh the shuttle. The single biggest fly in the moving ointment.
Shuttles are OK when they are known about in advance...but when they pop up last minute you know there are gonna be fireworks!
A shuttle is called for when the large over the road tractor/trailer can not get close enough … (0 comments)
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moving: Moving Cars. - 07/15/08 07:07 PM
I get asked frequently about shipping vehicles.
The first thing to keep in mind, is that sending the car inside the moving van with the household goods is NOT the best way to ship the car, even though it would at first appear so, as it is "inside" and protected from … (4 comments)
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moving: Most Affordable Places To Live by MSN & WSJ - 07/14/08 04:41 PM
Here is an article out of the Wall Street Journal at the beginning of July -- "Most Affordable Places to Live." Actually, the article is a take off from MSN's report on the "Nine Most Affordable Housing Markets. (Don't ask me why they couldn't come up with one more place to make it an … (9 comments)
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moving: How Can A REALTOR help? - 07/13/08 10:51 AM
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moving: How To Minimize The Stress Of Moving - 07/13/08 03:30 AM
Regardless of whether it's across the country or across town, moving is a stressful, expensive and time-consuming event. It requires extensive planning, organization, and a lot of physical activity. While there is no easy way to move house, there are several things you can do to simplify the process and reduce … (2 comments)
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moving: No Tv or Internet! - 07/10/08 07:11 PM
I'm finally moving on Saturday. Its a new community that includes cable and internet in the HOA fee so you have to deal with specific people. They are not able to set up our service until next week Wednesday. I am so dreading this. No TV, No Internet, No Phone for … (20 comments)
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moving: Charlotte is still growing! - 07/10/08 06:24 PM
Charlotte is among the top 10 U.S. cities in population growth, rising to the nation's 19th-largest city according to U.S. Census estimates released Wednesday.Despite a downturn in the Natioanal economy, the Carolinas continue to grow. Experts expect this region to continue it's growth through the slowdown. Huntersville, Cornelius, Davidson, and Fort Mill and Rock Hill, … (2 comments)
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moving: MARYLAND HOME SALES DROP 32%, NOW IS THE TIME TO BUY A HOME IN MARYLAND, BALTIMORE, HARFORD COUNTY - 07/10/08 12:43 PM
Home sales in Maryland have dropped 32% this year. Are you waiting for a better time to buy a home in Maryland, Baltimore, Harford or Cecil County? There are some fantastic mortgage programs out there. Let our experienced team assist you in the purchase or sale of your home in Maryland.
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moving: 50 Reasons to MOVE to Greensboro, North Carolina!!! (We Rock!) - 07/09/08 02:10 PM
50 Reasons to MOVE to Greensboro, North Carolina!
Greensboro is Family Friendly!
We have over 5 Top Rated Universities within a 30 mile radius!
We support local Artists & Filmmakers!
There are 2+ Local Farmer's Markets to encourage purchasing locally!
We have TERRIFIC shopping, with large local Malls & … (0 comments)
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moving: Illinois Real Estate - 07/09/08 10:42 AM
The Illinois Association of REALTORS statewide reported an upswing in home sales in May of 2008. Illinois total home sales (single-family and condominiums) were up 17.3 percent in May 2008 to 11,173 sales compared to April 2008 sales of 9,523; year-over-year sales were down 22.9 percent from May 2007 totals of 14,493. The … (2 comments)
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moving: YOUR MOVING QUESTIONS??? - 07/09/08 10:32 AM
If you have questions about moving, please feel free to ask me. If the questions are relevant to the activerain community as a whole, I will blog both the question and the response.
Feel free to direct your clients my way as well with their questions, etc...
I can be contacted either here or … (0 comments)
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moving: Moving...the movie. - 07/09/08 10:24 AM
Today, I take a break from the serious subject of moving and make a recommendation to anyone that is in the process of moving, considering moving, has ever moved, will ever move or knows someone who has or will.
Maybe it's just me, but this movie is HILARIOUS! Two big thumbs … (0 comments)
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moving: Believe it or Not - Oregon - Can't open a moving business without approval by competitors. - 07/08/08 01:50 PM
How fair would it be if the government told you that you could not open a business unless all the current business owners in your industry approved your application? That is the way it is in the State of Oregon as of June 2008. I read the following article - "Regulation of Oregon Moving Industry … (7 comments)
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moving: On Interstate moves, be sure to fill out the HIGH VALUE INVENTORY FORM!! - 07/08/08 11:50 AM
IF you purchase additional "valuation" coverage as offered by your mover (i.e. coverage in excess of the 60 cents/lb./article as provided by basic coverage), you will need to fill out a special form provided by the mover to alert them to items of "High Value".
NOTE: IF YOU DO NOT PURCHASE … (2 comments)
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moving: What You Need To Know Before You Make Your Next Move - 07/08/08 11:45 AM
Moving? Here is a list to assist you with your move compliments of Richard Ives of RE/MAX.
1. Get quotes from moving companies.
2. Forward your mail to your new address by visiting your local post office or USPS.com.
3. Transfer your medical records, pharmacy, banking, school, etc.
4. Switch … (10 comments)
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moving: Meet Bob Graham and the Leading Local Lender in VA on July 24-26 in Monterey, CA - 07/07/08 02:34 PM
Join Bob Graham & Eric Setash in Monterey, CA July 24 - 26 at The Embassy Suites Hotel. Seminar begins at 6:00pm. Walk-Ins Welcomed, Appointments Appreciated!
Eric Setash is the leading lender in Northern Virginia from First America Mortgage. He can offer you support on how to financially be ready for a home.
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moving: It’s Not About the Wallpaper! - 07/06/08 09:40 AM
About 10 years ago we bought a new (for us) house and rather than sell the old house we use it as a rental. Our tenants recently moved out and we decided it was time to update and redecorate.
When we bought the old house in the late eighties my … (17 comments)
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moving: Inventory of your items on a move. NEVER WAIVE THE BINGO SHEET! - 07/06/08 09:23 AM
Many times on a move, your driver will ask you to "waive" the "bingo sheet" at delivery.
The bingo sheet (a mover term) is basically a grid form with hundreds of numbers on it. As the movers bring items into the residence, they call off the number written on the moving labels … (6 comments)
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moving: Williamsburg Virginia Thinking of moving here ? Read on ! - 07/06/08 07:11 AM
Moving to/ Relocating/ Retiring in Historic Williamsburg, Virginia.
With a rare combination of historic charm, fabulous entertainment and breathtaking natural beauty, Williamsburg is unlike any other city in America. Center stage for the birth of our nation, it forms a third of Virginia's "Historic Triangle," one of the most popular tourist … (0 comments)
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moving: Eco-Friendly Moving - Share Your Tips! - 07/05/08 11:26 AM
I just read the USA Weekend flyer in my local newspaper which featured a great (but brief) article by Natalie Ermann Russell on making an eco-friendly move. With more than 13% of Americans moving each year and the average move requiring more than 55 cardboard boxes, there is obviously a huge potential … (3 comments)
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moving: THREE QUICK & EASY TIPS EVERYONE OUGHT TO KNOW WHEN MOVING - 07/04/08 10:41 AM
quick tips on moving
It’s
tough when you have to move from one
place to another, especially when you are a family of four or more.
Moving all
your stuff from one neighborhood to another in the same city is easier
than
shifting cities, though there are many things you … (0 comments)
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moving: Leaving Palos Verdes - 07/03/08 03:01 PM
One of my dearest friends is moving to Palm Springs. We spent a very hot weekend in the Palm Springs area last weekend; it was 111 degrees. The heat did not change her mind; she's leaving Palos Verdes. After twenty plus years she is ready for a fresh start. Yikes, my friends are downsizing, retiring … (3 comments)
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moving: Free Credit Report - 07/03/08 02:07 PM
How To Get Your Free Annual Credit Report
It is easy, just follow these simple steps:
Choose one of the following methods listed below: online, by mail or over the telephone.
1.) To order online, visit http://www.annualcreditreport.com/ and fill in the information online.
2.) To order by mail, you can complete the Annual … (0 comments)
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moving: something buyers can love! - 07/03/08 12:20 AM
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moving: Planning Your Move - 07/02/08 03:47 PM
Summer is a busy time for moving ... whether it's to your new condo, or your new home, or maybe even to a vacation home, or cottage, ... wherever you're moving to, I thought this information may be helpful.It can take years to accumulate a home full of treasured belongings but only … (0 comments)
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moving: Storage of your household goods...the best kept secret! - 07/02/08 08:15 AM
If you need storage during the course of your move, this little tip could save you significant damage and frustration.
It only makes sense that the more times your furniture and other household goods are handled, the greater the likelihood of damage, right? Well, there is a way to minimize this.
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moving: Relocating to Altanta Georgia - 07/01/08 08:18 PM
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moving: How does a mover estimate the weight of your shipment? - 07/01/08 08:51 AM
A quality estimate is the starting point for a great move.
Local moves are typically done on an hourly basis. But, Interstate and moves within a state as well as International moves are done on the basis of weight. So, how is this magical number derived?
Regardless if your move goes … (0 comments)
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moving: Easy way to Clean Up and Simplify YOUR Move! - 06/30/08 12:27 PM
I think everyone hates those automated electronic messages that are left on voicemail from time to time. I often hit delete before the first sentence of the annoying mechanical voiced tape is complete. However I actually listened to one that I received the other day. It was from the Salvation Army offering … (20 comments)
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moving: July 2008 News - 06/30/08 11:36 AM
To my valued friends,I am pleased to be sending you our special Real Estate CyberTipsE-Newsletter, which, in very concise form, will provide you with monthlyCyber tips and tricks along with our pointers to Internet places of specialinterest to real estate owners, investors and related professionals.Please click here to access your copy … (8 comments)
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moving: The right box for the right job. - 06/30/08 09:02 AM
Regardless if you are doing it yourself or hiring a professional mover to move you, using the right box is important.
A couple of things to consider. First books and papers while light indiviually, become heavy very quickly when put all together. Movers generally will use a "book box" or a … (1 comments)
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moving: How Do We Use All These Empty Rooms? - 06/29/08 06:44 PM
Have you ever gone into an empty house either for an open house or with an agent? Besides the echo you hear, how does it make you feel? Do you know what every room could be used for if it were your house? I held an open house in an older … (3 comments)
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moving: Relocating Buyers - Is Your Buyer Agent a Liability? - 06/27/08 06:44 PM
If you are relocating you have a lot to think about and accomplish. Even more so if you are selling your home.
But the big task, in my mind, is finding a home in your new location. Depending on your familiarity with the new locale, and the time you have to … (21 comments)
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moving: Stuff your mover may or MAY NOT tell you... - 06/27/08 08:29 AM
Front loading washers and dryers require special service prior to moving or will most likely be destroyed in trasit.
Simply tipping these machines without the the drums being locked down correctly will render them 200 lb. paperweights. Don't believe me? Just try it.
Front loaders come with a special drum lock … (2 comments)
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moving: Tips for Moving Plasma and LCD Flat Screen TV's - 06/26/08 08:42 AM
Plasma and LCD flat screen TV's are everywhere, and moving them is not as simple as moving a traditional tube TV.
First, Plasmas and LCD's must remain vertical. Laying down these type of sets WILL damage the image quality and possibly even destroy the screen. Second DO NOT let anything rub against the … (0 comments)
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moving: More Moving Myths...Insurance? - 06/25/08 11:10 AM
It's time to move, so you hire a professional mover and then buy their insurance to protect you against whatever damage or loss may occur to your things while in the mover's control....right????
Wrong!
Movers don't sell insurance. Think about it, you need a license to sell insurance! Movers … (2 comments)
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moving: Today's Household Moving Tip - 06/24/08 08:17 AM
When packing up household goods, the natural inclination is to label the box's contents on the top of the box. That is a mistake.
Boxes should always be labeled on the side. That way, when they are stacked, the contents and the room they belong in will be clearly visable.
Boutique … (3 comments)
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moving: Free Moving Boxes for your clients - 06/24/08 12:01 AM
Become a hero with your clients by helping them save hundreds of dollars. Boxes are sometimes the last thing people think about that will cost them several hundred dollars when they are ready to move. Click here to see the site for yourself, then decide if it's something you want to … (16 comments)
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moving: Energy Efficient - 06/23/08 05:25 PM
You might assume that making your home energy-efficient requires a lot of time and money, but generally that's not the case. Often small fixes can have a big impact on your heating, cooling, and other utility bills. Here are some easy things you can do to make your home more efficient:
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moving: Picking The Right Moving Company - 06/23/08 01:56 PM
Now that you're ready to buy a new home you also need to find a reputable moving company. Everyone goes through it every time we move. Sometimes you will hear great things about a moving company and other times you will hear about a moving nightmare. And rarely, you will be … (1 comments)
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moving: Moving myths. - 06/23/08 09:46 AM
Myth One: Get as many estimates as you can.
Fact: Too many estimates is a waste of time. Boutique Moving knows the best movers in the Valley of the Sun and will assemble three qualified estimates/bids on your behalf. Price should not be the determining factor. Service delivery is the key … (6 comments)
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moving: I think I want to move, how do I start? Part 1 - 06/22/08 07:33 PM
Many people think that after living in a home for 10 or more years, the moving process is a little trying to say the least.
" I am thinking about selling, but first I have to clean a few rooms out" or " I just don't know where to start".
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moving: Make Moving Day A Success! Layla El Said, RE/MAX Suburban, Schaumburg - 06/21/08 01:44 PM
More Moving Tips and Tricks at www.REMAXSUBURBAN.com
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moving: Moving Tips, How To Pack Like a Pro, RE/MAX Suburban - 06/21/08 11:38 AM
17 Tips for Packing Like a Pro
Moving to a new home can be stressful, to say the least. Make it easy on yourself by planning far in advance and making sure you’ve covered all the bases.
1. Plan ahead by organizing and budgeting. Develop a master “to do” list so you … (0 comments)
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moving: CYA And The Beauty of The Post Settlement Agreement - 06/21/08 10:40 AM
I am rethinking how I have done my business for the last two decades. I think the Post Settlment Occupancy agreement (PSOA)will now come into play for me and what is best for my clients on almost all contracts.
This will be important for the "domino effect" transactions. These are the … (0 comments)
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moving: Huntsville Madison County Market Conditions - 06/21/08 12:50 AM
Huntsville Madison County Market Conditions
Why Buying a home in most markets is always a Wise Decision • According to famed money manager Peter Lynch, one’s first investment, even above purchasing stocks, should be to buy a home. In his view, an owner-occupied home is nearly always profitable, even … (0 comments)
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moving: Moving Up? - 06/20/08 10:58 PM
Moving Up? What You Need to Consider to Accommodate Your Growing Family
One of the most common reasons to buy a home is to accommodate your growing family. Perhaps you want to live in a neighborhood with better schools and more services, or maybe you need a bigger house … (1 comments)
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moving: Getting Your House Ready to Sell Series: Help! I have been in my house forever! - 06/20/08 04:17 PM
As I knock on the door, I notice the lovely, well-tended and mature gardening around the front door. I meet my potential client and I can tell they are more nervous about the listing appointment than usual. It turns out they have been in their house for 30+ years. This is … (0 comments)
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