How much can you sell your home for? Probably about as much as the neighbors got, as long as the neighbors sold their house in recent memory and their home was just like your home.Knowing how much homes similar to yours, called comparable sales (or in real estate lingo, comps), sold for gives you
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03/31/2015
Clumsy, neglected, and hodgepodge landscaping not only hurts your home’s curb appeal, it can cut the value of your property and make it harder to sell.Real estate appraisers say bad landscaping is a buyer turnoff that can increase the number of days a property languishes on the market, which also
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03/30/2015
Although the real estate crisis might have broken some homeowners’ hearts, many folks are ready to start dating again, according to two Gallup polls. One poll shows Americans again believe real estate is the best long-term investment, better even than gold, stocks, bonds, and savings accounts.
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03/29/2015
If you're thinking of converting your bathtub to a shower, you're in good company. The American Institute of Architects says that the tub-less bathroom is growing in popularity.Its annual Home Design Trends Survey found that more than 60% of homeowners preferred a stall shower without a tub in 20
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03/26/2015
You want to get projects done around the house, but you lack the skills, desire, or the time to DIY. The other side of the coin -- hiring it all out -- is an expensive option you'd like to avoid. What to do?BIY, that's what.BIY -- buy-it-yourself -- is a smart middle ground for those who want to
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03/25/2015
OPEN HOUSE, March 29, Sunday 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM 2355 SE 4 Place, Homestead, FL Get Directions Click Here Description Photos Maps & Local Schools Virtual Tour $ Click for current price 4 BEDROOMS 3 BATHROOMS (3 full) 2484 Square Feet Superb home, updated & move-in ready in sought-after North Gate
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03/24/2015
We might love the idea of maintaining our lawns with non-toxic pantry products -- soda, vinegar, and dish detergent -- that help keep pesticides and other chemicals out of the environment while saving us a little money. But do these home remedies really work as organic alternatives to traditional
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03/24/2015
With the help of a few common digital tools, you can transform your device into a household control center that simplifies home upkeep.Boost Your Photographic Memory Here are better uses for your smartphone camera than selfies.1. Take the guesswork out of repair projects.Remember how to put item
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03/23/2015
You can make the most of your backyard by converting your deck to a screened-in porch, which turns mosquitoes, heat waves, and downpours into non-events. Plus, the thwack of a screen door is still the soundtrack for summer.Converting won’t be easy -- unless you’ve got top-notch handyman skills, y
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03/22/2015
Let these energy-monitoring devices do the work for you. Here’s a head scratcher: In spite of all the energy-efficient technologies available that can reduce home energy use by up to 20%, Americans' energy-saving habits are on the decline. We’ve been covering energy efficiency for a while here at
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03/19/2015
