I'm ashamed to say I still have one in my office but that is about to change! I've been doing some online shopping for an inexpensive replacement and I came up with some great finds and thought I'd share with you.If you are looking to spend less than $100 dollars, here are 3 choices from the big box stores.
Got a little more to spend? Here are 3 choices that are under $150
Very stylish & a little masculine. … (7 comments)
real estate tips: Keeping Your AC Running Properly - Some Maintenance Tips
- 05/14/12 04:36 AM
SOURCE A central air conditioning system can provide years of satisfactory cooling with relatively little maintenance. However, a seasonal start-up check and periodic maintenance is recommended. Homeowner Checklist The amount of do-it-yourself air conditioning maintenance a homeowner can do is limited. However, there are a few steps that can help the system operate trouble-free and minimize the potential for consequential damage. Ensuring adequate airflow is perhaps the most important homeowner responsibility. Following manufacturer instructions, homeowners can generally: Clean or replace the filter(s) regularly. Keep leaves and other debris off the condensing (outdoor) unit. Keep the condensing coils clean by (very) … (0 comments)
real estate tips: Lot Size and Land Value - What You Have to Know
- 05/01/12 04:59 AM
A number of factors influence the price of a home. These factors can include the property's condition and location, as well as current market conditions and interest rates. But the land on which the property sits can also influence its value. Although some people believe that a buyer will pay more for a larger piece of land, a lot's size is not always as important as its usefulness. A home that is situated on a flat lot may sell for more than the same home if it were on a large, steep piece of property. Homebuyers typically prefer homes that offer … (0 comments)
real estate tips: Moving Made Simple: Tips to Help You Relocate
- 04/16/12 07:18 AM
SOURCE It's the least favorite thing for many sellers, packing up their homes and relocating to a new home or even a new state. Most people associate moving with stress but it doesn't have to take the thrill of moving into a new home away. Preparation and careful planning can not only ward off the stress but also save you money. Here are some quick tips to help you move out of your old home and into your new one with ease and comfort. Get organized. Moves are often a chaotic mess. Very often the sale goes through and sellers scramble … (1 comments)
House prices are falling in much of the country, and a report by Merrill Lynch says a record 2.2 million single-family homes and condos are on the market — almost 1 million above normal levels.
It’s a buyer’s market, but don’t despair.
Selling in a buyer’s market:
You can increase your chance of selling your house in a reasonable time by following a few good guidelines.
5 tips for sellers 1.Play the cards you’re dealt. 2.Scope out other houses for sale. 3.Make it a turnkey, not a turkey. 4.Offer incentives. 5.Be … (0 comments)
real estate tips: Caution – How Lenders are Finding Fraud with Buyer’s
- 11/18/11 07:14 PM
IN recent years, lenders have stepped up fraud-prevention investigations and checks on mortgage applications. For borrowers, this may mean facing questions on actions like accepting cash gifts from relatives for the down payment or signing up for new credit cards during the application process. The research firm CoreLogic estimatesthat fraudulent residential mortgage originations will total $7.4 billion in 2011; the number is nearly 40 percent lower than the $12 billion in 2010, though the company attributes the decline to a drop in mortgage volume. (Mortgage fraud involves falsifying information to obtain aloan you otherwise might not have qualified for.) Fraud-prevention measures … (4 comments)
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