It's natural to want to save money when you're making a purchase as large as a home. You want to buy the best home in the best neighborhood at the best price, and you may think the only way to accomplish your goals is to look for bargains. So instead of hiring a real estate agent, you scour the m
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08/31/2015
Gutters should be an important consideration when it comes to purchasing a new home because of the expense it can cost you down the line, however, the function of gutters is often overlooked. Gutters serve two main purposes: to make sure water does not gather on your roof and to make sure water i
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08/31/2015
Trends come and go, and while everyone wants to be on the forefront, with a home that showcases the latest, greatest, hottest and chicest stuff, not all trends are created equal. And not all are meant for everyone. Get vertigo from busy patterns? Perhaps you want to stay away from that herringbon
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08/27/2015
There are pros and cons to doing anything yourself. You weigh factors such as your expertise, the enjoyment of doing a certain task, and the cost savings of doing it yourself (DIY) vs. hiring a professional. Are for-sale-by-owners successful? The answers may lie in research from the National Asso
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08/27/2015
Question: We are selling our house and have just received an offer to purchase. The offer contains a contingency for the buyer to obtain a home inspection report. The buyer is asking for a general inspection contingency, but our real estate broker is advising us to use the specific inspection con
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08/25/2015
Calgary's city council just voted to ban them. Toronto doesn't allow them either, forcing some homeowners to hide them in basements and garages and hope their neighbors don't turn them in. But in Vancouver, Montreal, Victoria, Kingston, Ont. and many other communities, they are welcomed and haile
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08/25/2015
When it comes to renting a studio apartment most people think of cramped spaces, and a lack of privacy. But if you're one of the lucky ones and you can find a luxury studio apartment, you might be pleasantly surprised. Not only do they provide you with far more amenities than you might imagine, t
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08/24/2015
Thinking of remodeling your home? Before you splurge on a finished basement or a new kitchen, make sure you choose a home improvement project that will add to your home's lifetime value. Check out Remodeling Magazine's 2015 Cost vs. Value report for projects with the highest ROI. Three home impro
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08/24/2015
Getting a purchase closed in today's market is complex. The real estate market has changed greatly from only a few years ago. Buyers face many more hurdles including stricter financing, low housing supplies, higher mortgage rates, and rising prices. To negotiate today's challenges, you need a rea
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08/21/2015
You have to live somewhere. For most of us, the choice is simply functional -- we all need food, clothing, and shelter, but we also want our homes to function well for our needs and preferences. Functionality begins with making a good decision, based on your requirements and what you can afford.
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08/21/2015