realtor: Private Zoning VS. Public Zoning: A Community Association Dilemma
- 07/22/15 04:21 AM
Question: My husband and I have recently retired, and are supplementing our income by giving music lessons in our home. Recently, the Board of Directors of our condominium association has advised us that our legal documents specifically state that our unit can only be used for residential purposes and that no business of any kind is permitted. However, we have confirmed that local law permits us to obtain a home-office permit and that we are not in violation of any laws. We do not teach any bands, and do not have concerts in our house. We only teach children -- ages … (1 comments)
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realtor: How Much Is The Down Payment?
- 07/08/15 08:55 AM
Credit is a little tighter than it used to be, but if you believe that you have to have 20% down and perfect credit to buy a home, you may be pleasantly surprised.
Bank loans are available with as little as zero down and a funding fee that can be rolled into the loan that are guaranteed through the Veterans Administration, for veterans and active-duty military. According to Bankrate.com, the funding fee varies from 2.15 percent to 3.3 percent, according to whether or not a veteran served in the National Guard or the regular military.
The Navy Federal Credit Union offers 100 percent … (2 comments)
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realtor: Don't Tax Real Estate Investors, REALTORS Tell Vancouver Politicians
- 06/17/15 10:23 AM
With average detached home prices soaring above $1 million in Vancouver and Toronto, politicians are now being urged to do something to make homes more affordable. In both cities, online petitions demand that restrictions be placed on real estate investors and foreign ownership.
A petition started by a Richmond Hill, Ont. resident says it "is meant to protect current Canadian citizens, including recent immigrants, from the overwhelming amount of foreign investment taking over the GTA's residential real estate market. This wealthy foreign investment strategy is driving up prices and lowering our standard of living as a result, as it is making it … (0 comments)
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realtor: Is A Second Home The New Moneymaker?
- 06/15/15 05:28 AM
As investments go, real estate is either the smartest place in the world to stash your money or the stupidest thing you can do with it - depending on all kinds of things like location, pricing trends, interest rates, condition of the property, and how long you plan to be in it. But what about second homes? How do you know when buying a home for weekend use, vacations, or as a legacy property is a smart choice?
"Buying a vacation home or investment property is a great way to expand your real estate portfolio," said FrontDoor.
And, it's a trend that continues … (2 comments)
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realtor: What Are Your Homebuying Goals?
- 06/15/15 05:20 AM
With the dramatic fluctuations in housing prices over the last decade, consumers have new respect for homes as investments. But the flip side is that your investment is still a home, one you're likely to occupy for many years.
According to the annual Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers, compiled by the National Association of REALTORS®, the primary reason buyers cite for purchasing a home is simply the desire to own, followed closely by the desire for more space, and a change in the family situation.
For most people, buying a home is about giving household members more comfortable living arrangements and putting … (0 comments)
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realtor: Why Green Never Goes Out of Style
- 05/29/15 07:11 AM
Against the browns of the earth, green grasses and trees glitter like gems, reflecting the refractive glints of the sun. Beyond to the blues of the seas, green represents the point of return, to home.
With such a dominant role in nature, green represents youth, growth and ultimately maturity. Green is often chosen as the color of money and signifies wealth and elegance, and in some cultures, it has deeply religious significance.
No wonder green is among the most relaxing and soothing of colors, with the ability to calm and refresh our minds and our souls. Studies show that green helps alleviate depression … (2 comments)
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realtor: 10 Things To Ask Your REALTOR Before You List Your Home With Them
- 05/29/15 07:05 AM
When looking for a great real estate agent, there are many things that you'll have to consider. Your ideal agent will be knowledgeable about your local market, experienced, and have a plethora of connections to navigate you through the home sale process. Here are some important questions that you should ask your real estate agent before you list your home with them:
1. In which neighborhoods do you primarily work?
This is important because you'll want a realtor that is experienced in the specific market in which your home is located. The more knowledgeable your agent is about the neighborhood you're selling in, … (2 comments)
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realtor: Keynotes to Look For When Devoting In International Real Estate
- 05/07/15 09:24 AM
When searching for a prospective real estate location overseas, always look foe one of the four schemes that indicate a probable increase in property values.
* A new path, rising middle class
* The path of progress
* Invasion of foreign buyers
* 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 Class
New, emerging middle class represents new consumers. New consumers can purchase cappuccinos, refrigerators, vacations, new homes and even second homes. This thing happened in … (0 comments)
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realtor: The Nasty, Money-Sucking Downside To Rising Home Values
- 05/07/15 09:09 AM
You pay attention to real estate values, and you get a thrill every time someone in your community pays more for their house than you did. Equity is awesome. Until it isn't.
What?
Yes, it's the catch-22 of rising real estate values, and it might be about to hit you squarely in your mailbox. That dreaded property tax can be a killer, sucking up your money and making that equity seem downright excruciating.
A nationwide trend
"Property taxes will jump significantly in most cities this year," said Washington state's HeraldNet. In Snohomish County, Washington, that means a countywide 9.8 percent increase. In San Antonio, TX, … (1 comments)
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realtor: Seven Ways To Ruin Your Listing Tour
- 04/27/15 04:19 AM
The Internet is a great tool for looking at homes for sale, but sooner or later, you're going to have to get offline and tour listings in person. That means you'll have to find a real estate agent to get you past the lockboxes. Sounds simple? Not really. Here are six ways you could turn your house-hunting trip into an epic fail.
Calling the listing agent -- Listing agents represent the seller, not you. Some states allow an agent to serve both you and the seller if you're willing to sign a disclosure to that effect. Depending on what kind of agreement … (2 comments)
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realtor: Reserve Planning In Your HOA: Yield, Safety & Liquidity
- 11/01/14 10:37 AM
In recent years, reserve planning has become a long overdue reality for many older homeowner associations. The boom and bust mentality of deferred maintenance and special assessments has finally been replaced with proper long range planning and funding. For all of them, that meant accumulation of hundreds of thousands of dollars and for some, millions.
With the reserve fund growth comes the need for better reserve fund management (also known as good stewardship). With wise stewardship, member contributions are substantially reduced due to the miracle of compound interest. With properly applied investment principles, even a condominium of 50 units can generate … (1 comments)
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realtor: 10 Tips for a successful real estate in 2015
- 10/19/14 08:40 AM
2015 is fast approaching, why set your goals as early as now….
1. The influence of written goals: Research shows that writing down your goals and plans and sharing them with someone increases the probability of success.
2. 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.
3. Lead generation is the key: the rule is to generate 1 out of … (1 comments)
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realtor: The Mean Girl Next Door
- 10/17/14 12:16 AM
Mean Girls. Funny movie, terrible reality.
It may be easy enough to enjoy the film once you're no longer in school and subject to vicious teenage callousness. But what if the mean girl mentality follows you into adulthood...and right into your neighborhood.
What do you do when the mean girl lives next door?
"Bullying is supposed to be a junior high thing, but everyone knows it doesn't always end when childhood does," said Jezebel." So how do you handle the petty, pretentious neighbor who's making your life pretty awful?
Here are some tips to enduring, overcoming and shutting her down.
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realtor: 171,000 3BR 2.5BA Hardwood Floors. Kitchen has Island Shawnee, KS
- 07/25/14 12:50 PM
6029 Millbrook Street, Shawnee, KS 66218 $171000.00
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realtor: 549,000 Spectacular 4BR 4.5BA, 3car garage 2 story 2.5 acre Liberty,MO
- 07/25/14 12:45 PM
14716 Lake Pointe Court, Liberty, MO 64068 $549000.00
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realtor: 259,900 Countryside views! 5BR 3BA home on 1.17 Acres Tonganoxie, KS
- 07/25/14 12:35 PM
133 Hatchell Road, Tonganoxie, KS 66086 $259900.00
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realtor: 109,900 2BR 1BA Adorable ranch bungalow w/ detached garage Olathe, KS
- 07/13/14 07:48 PM
114 W Elm Street, Olathe, KS 66061 $109900.00
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realtor: 56,900 2BR 1BA BUNGALOW ranch has recent updates in Bonner Springs, KS
- 07/13/14 07:46 PM
311 W KUMP Avenue, Bonner Springs, KS 66012 $56900.00
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realtor: 178,900 4BR 2.5BA Wood floors lot with large trees Overland Park, KS
- 07/13/14 07:44 PM
9916 Wedd Drive, Overland Park, KS 66212 $178900.00
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realtor: 325,900 4BR 3BA Lake community home in Greenwood, MO
- 07/13/14 07:42 PM
455 Winnebago Drive, Greenwood, MO 64034 $325900.00
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Question: My husband and I have recently retired, and are supplementing our income by giving music lessons in our home. Recently, the Board of Directors of our condominium association has advised us that our legal documents specifically state that our unit can only be used for residential purposes and that no business of any kind is permitted. However, we have confirmed that local law permits us to obtain a home-office permit and that we are not in violation of any laws. We do not teach any bands, and do not have concerts in our house. We only teach children -- ages … (1 comments)
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