advice: 7 Surprising Things that can Decrease the Value of your Home!
- 12/07/12 03:10 AM
Bad neighbours are nothing to laugh about, according to the Appraisal Institute. A rumpled yard, close proximity to a sex offender or having as ill-fated commercial facility nearby such as power plant or funeral home, might decrease the value of surrounding homes by as much as 15%.
A bad neighbour can also be a venture or government enterprise whose very existence drives the worth of your property down. Below are seven surprising neighbours that can decrease your home’s value:
Foreclosed Homes. Possibly the biggest single factor that creates nearby home values down is a foreclosure. A current study by the Massachusetts Institute … (1 comments)
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advice: Why do we need to Celebrate Thanksgiving?
- 11/22/12 10:39 PM
What is the real meaning of Thanksgiving Day for you? let us know :-)
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advice: Challenge YOURSELF!!! High School Exit Exam - Good luck!!!
- 11/18/12 11:26 PM
The New High School Exit Exam, you only have 4 CORRECT answers out of 10 to be able to pass….
Remember….. 4 correct answers means you PASS!
1. How long did the Hundred Years’ War last?
2. Which animal do we acquire cat gut?3. Which country creates Panama hats?4. What is a camel’s hair brush consists of?
5. Russians commemorates the October Revolution in which month?6. What country did Chinese gooseberries came from?
7. Purple finch is what color?
8. King George VI’s first name was?
9. Which animal did The Canary Islands in the Pacific named after?10. What color … (0 comments)
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advice: Kansas City, Missouri
- 11/12/12 12:08 PM
Kansas City, Missouri (informally abbreviated KC) is the largest city in the US state of Missouri and is the anchor city of the Kansas City Metropolitan Area, the second largest metropolitan area in Missouri. It encompasses 316 square miles (820 km2) in parts of Jackson, Clay, Cass, and Platte counties. It is one of two county seats of Jackson County, the other being Independence, which is to the city's east. As of 2010, the population census was 459,787 with a metro area of 2.1 million.
Kansas City was founded in 1838 as the "Town of Kansas" at the confluence of the … (0 comments)
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advice: Experiencing No-shows
- 11/08/12 06:05 AM
Person involved in the real estate business, rental properties and even investing for a period of time has had to deal with a no-show. No show is indeed a total waste of time and can even drain important time away from other valuable activities. Here are the things to consider in dealing with no-shows and not letting them mess up your life!
1. Better Screen - Recognize your client and who are you working for. It is important to create the word “first impression”. Be sure to impress new clients by providing them accurate information and communication and making yourself always available … (1 comments)
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advice: Five Tips For Long Life!
- 11/02/12 08:51 AM
Life is the greatest gift God has given to us... it’s up for us to utilize and make it flourish.... we only have one shot at it and make it well as long as possible. Life offers no money back assurance; certain practices can assist in boosting your chances of living longer....
Below are five actions into consideration, every action can add years to your life and life to your years.
1. LAUGH – the famous words, “Laughter is the best medicine”. Indeed laughter is the best medicine or at least of the best I should say...
It is the natural opponent … (3 comments)
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advice: 4 Things to know if you are getting a Good Real Estate Deal!
- 11/01/12 12:45 AM
Selling or buying a home is a funny effort. It is your biggest investment yet making an offer on a home can make you feel pulling numbers out of a hat. And selling is difficult- stakes are high and the market is so harsh that you want to take any offer you can get at the same time hard to know whether you are leaving money on table when you finally do sign on the dotted line.
The best way to deal with the emotional panic to both buyer’s and seller’s regret is with information; below are thing to know whether … (2 comments)
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advice: Let’s Talk – Reasons to Remaster the Art of Conversation
- 10/26/12 10:48 AM
BRB and LOL could be the key ingredient in a texting, social networking, emailing world, though they do not make for high quality conversation or communication. Most of the time, you will clarify things whom you are conversing due to confusion created through this mode of communication. Maribeth Kuzmeski, stresses the significance of once again valuing great conversation which is a beneficial building blocks in strong, mutually beneficial and gainful relationships.
According to Kuzmeski, “conversation is the building blocks of relation.” Regrettably, we live in a world where the advanced MO seems to be less talking and more on texting. … (0 comments)
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advice: Good Kitchen Can Sell A Home
- 10/24/12 09:10 AM
One of the well known secrets of real estate is that kitchen sells a house.
According to many, the kitchen is the heart of a home, for this is the room where most time is spent with the family and where the body and the spirit are nurtured.
Kitchens are becoming the central piece of family rooms for the reason that kitchens are essential in the processes of buying and selling of homes. Since this room is seen every single day and guests check it out every visit, it is indicating that buyers eye for homes with modern kitchens.
Although … (2 comments)
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advice: 10 Reasons to List your Home during the Holidays
- 10/24/12 12:17 AM
by: Deborah Arends of RE/MAX Northwest Realtors
1. People who look at property during the holidays are serious buyers and more ready to make a decision.
2. Serious buyers have fewer houses to choose from during the holidays, so properties have less competition.
3. Homes "show better" when decorated for the holidays with the wonderful lights and festive color associated with the season.
4. Buyers are more emotional during the holidays and often base their decision on the warmth and good feeling they receive when viewing your home.
5. Buyers have more time to look for a home … (1 comments)
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advice: 8 Things to remember in Purchasing Homes
- 10/23/12 12:01 AM
1. According to David Hicks, HomeVestors of America, “Ugly mean several of things.” Ugly indicates a house with serious repairs. Some houses that may have been very attractive in day though by current standards it requires an update. There are also scenes such as homes that require to be purchased quickly because of divorce and death. 2. Anyone can send a piece of foreclosure list. However properties that have been in the family for almost 30 or 40 years, or have been inherited and requires updating are not going to be on the foreclosure lists. Brand marketing and a national reputation … (4 comments)
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advice: Great Thoughts Before You Move
- 10/22/12 11:29 PM
Delightful keepsake thoughts to do before you move. Things to considering before moving... role playing with kids...
Would it be interesting if home tours were conducted by children? Thinking how the home would be introduced from their own perspective, memories for each room, which would stand out as important and how it might not be the granite countertops or upgraded light furniture.
In a child perspective, house would become a home. Rooms would come alive with tales of what has taken place in them. This is the perfect time to turn on the video recorder and ensnare one last look at … (4 comments)
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advice: 4 Things to remember When Devoting In International Real Estate
- 10/18/12 05:50 AM
When searching for a prospective real estate location overseas, always look for one of the four schemes that indicate a probable increase in property values.
ü A new path, rising middle class ü The path of progress ü Invasion of foreign buyers ü Distressed or crisis prospects One of the hottest locations nowadays for real estate openings is Fortaleza, which is located in northeast coast of Brazil. Two schemes can be seen when scouting the place for the first time.A New Middle ClassNew, emerging middle class represents new consumers. New consumers can purchase cappuccinos, refrigerators, vacations, new homes and even second homes. This thing happened … (1 comments)
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advice: 10 Advices for a successful real estate in 2013
- 10/16/12 08:02 PM
2013 is fast approaching, why set your goals as early as now….
The influence of written goals: Research shows that writing down your goals and plans and sharing them with someone increases the probability of success Lay down your income and closed transaction objectives:Thin you have closed 20 transactions this year and aim to close 40 transactions next year. Once you put a double effort into your most profitable real estate activities, most agents easily boost their closed transactions by 50-100 percent. Lead generation is the key: the rule is to generate 1 out of 3 solid leads ends up closing a transaction. … (23 comments)
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advice: Motorists: Tips on How to Save Money on GAS!
- 07/01/11 04:46 AM
Today, gas prices spiking an average of $3.62 per gallon nationwide for regular unleaded fuel, an authority on new car pricing, trends and forecasting proposes the following guidelines to help motorists save money on gas:
Aggressive driving has an effect on how much fuel you consume. When driving, pressing the gas pedal hard or banging the brakes will lower your average fuel economy. Aggressive driving can decrease your gas mileage by 33 percent on the highway and almost 5 percent on the city. So drive smoother.
Majority of the vehicles get most amount of fuel efficiency when driving between 45 … (2 comments)
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advice: Money Matters: Consider Rushing Back your Buy/Sell Agreement in Owning Business
- 06/03/11 07:35 AM
You and the owners determined that you really did not want anyone engaged in the business if one of you passed away, so you carried out a buy/sell or stock cross purchase agreement.
Everything is still going great, so you have nothing to worry about right? However the answer is a big NO! Business owners often find concerns with their buy/sell agreements only after one of the owners has succumbed or another life event happened.
A right executed agreement can provide the deceased’s family a just price for the stock they inherit and be sure that they are available … (0 comments)
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advice: 7 Things That Can Hurt Your Home
- 05/10/11 09:43 AM
Bad neighbours are nothing to laugh about, according to the Appraisal Institute. A rumpled yard, close proximity to a sex offender or having as ill-fated commercial facility nearby such as power plant or funeral home, might decrease the value of surrounding homes by as much as 15%.
A bad neighbour can also be a venture or government enterprise whose very existence drives the worth of your property down. Below are seven surprising neighbours that can decrease your home’s value:
Foreclosed Homes. Possibly the biggest single factor that creates nearby home values down is a foreclosure. A current study by the Massachusetts … (1 comments)
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advice: Maintain The Green in Your Wallet and Your Lawn
- 04/21/11 06:35 AM
Lawn Mower is one of the most luxurious investments with regards to yard maintenance equiptment. Stocking and operating it correctly will extend its life as well as guarantee well-manicured lawn.
For the machine: Cleaning the underside os the deck is a vital habit to maintain. Removing the clippings that stick to the deck will decrease metal corrosion. It is the simpliest thing to do before clippings dry and harden. Lubricant that is organic based are available in the market to spray on the deck of the machine to keep clippings from sticking to the deck such as (Fluid Film that safeguard … (0 comments)
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advice: Garage Sales Tips: No Prices on Anything!
- 02/15/11 05:00 AM
Instead of placing price tags, tell your costumers as soon as they come up the driveway, “Everything is negotiable!”
When someone asks, “How much do you want for this?” you can say, I’d love $60 for it... but I will take $20.” It also aids if you pause long enough before giving the final price as if you are saying “This is very painful thing to come down this low. It is amazing that some buyers once they heard the statement, they give the price rather than negotiate further...maybe because you already did the negotiating for them.
Do’s … (0 comments)
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advice: 11 Techniques to Reduce Energy Costs in 2011
- 02/01/11 07:22 AM
Winter is on our way.... We need to save on energy costs this season at the same time saving the planet at!
Below are lists of way on how to cut energy costs in 2011 according to Home Warranty of America.
Tune down the dial.Put your thermostat to 68 degrees. By turning down the temperature lower, you can save 2-5% on heating costs. Don’t exaggerate to a cold home.Once you arrived home after a day of work to a standoffish home, or a home in the middle of the day when your thermostat is set to 55, don’t exaggerate … (0 comments)
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Bad neighbours are nothing to laugh about, according to the Appraisal Institute. A rumpled yard, close proximity to a sex offender or having as ill-fated commercial facility nearby such as power plant or funeral home, might decrease the value of surrounding homes by as much as 15%.
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