todd musolff: What Mold? In MyHome?
- 11/10/07 09:21 PM
While they have their role in nature, molds are a most unwelcome sight indoors. And not are they only unsightly, but they can cause allergic reactions and other potential health problems.
Molds are fungi that reproduce by microscopic spores which float through air. Once a spore falls on a wet spot, it grows into a mold, spreads, and starts to churn out more spores. The more moisture is available, the faster the mold will spread.
Bathrooms and kitchens are the rooms most susceptible to mold because they are exposed to moisture the most. Damp basements are also fertile grounds for mold growth, … (1 comments)
todd musolff: Pricing Properties Properly
- 11/10/07 09:08 PM
"How much can I get for it?" This is usually one of the first questions I am asked when meeting with prospective sellers for the first time. When I give them my answer, some sellers smile and some grumble. And they want to know how I came up with my estimate. Since agents (unfortunately) don't have a sixth sense that tells them how much a particular house is worth, they are forced to spend some quality time in front of a computer and create what's called a Comparative Market Analysis (CMA). This report will use cold, hard market data to pinpoint … (0 comments)
todd musolff: How Big is My House Really?
- 10/22/07 06:39 AM
Q: I measured the square footage of the home I was buying, and it was totally different from what was advertised. What gives? A: Measuring a home's square footage is not as simple as it sounds. There are a number of rules about which space can be counted and which can't. The basic rules state that, in order to be included in the square footage, the space must be (1.) intended for human occupancy, (2.) heated by a permanent heating system, (3.) have direct access to another living area, and (4.) it must have finished floors, walls, and ceilings. But there are … (0 comments)
todd musolff: Cocoa, FL Home for Sale: 413 Prospect Ave
- 10/22/07 06:18 AM
Exceptionally good value. Genteel living awaits you in this 3 bedroom, 1 bath home with city lights view, a cheerful bright sunroom, and beautiful colors. The owner has just installed new carpet. Don't wish when you can own...at $109,000. #488099 Virtual Tour Click Here. Address: 413 PROSPECT AV Type: Residential Style: Single Story Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 1 Size: 960 sq. ft. Lot Type: Rectangular Lot Size: 0.17 acres Taxes: $1,376.43 (2006) MLS: 488099
todd musolff: 552 SE Wedge Ct, Palm Bay, FL 32909. Home For Sale!!
- 10/01/07 05:20 AM
Plant your roots here. You'll love the layout of this 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with fabulous landscaping that creates your own private retreat, the convenience of modern appliances, and safe storage for your his and hers BMWs. This house is better than new. Convenient to everything. You'll feel like a king with this prince of a deal! $199,900. Address: 552 SE Wedge Ct. Type: Residential Style: Single Story Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Garage: Double Size: 1,524 sq. ft. Lot Type: Rectangular Lot Size: 0.1 acres Year Built: 2002 Taxes: $2,007.82 (2006) MLS: 477084
todd musolff: Bob Gets Duped by the PriceWizard
- 09/30/07 01:19 AM
Bob decides to sell his home. After living in it for years, Bob knows he has accumulated a good deal of equity. The property values have gone up, his mortgage balance has gone down, and Bob has made several home improvements that he knows will increase his home's value. Bob also knows how much his neighbor's home sold for last year, so Bob feels pretty confident that he knows what his home is worth. Like many sellers, Bob schedules appointments with several Realtors to discuss listing his house.
Each agent brings a sales presentation and a Comparative Market Analysis - an estimate … (2 comments)
todd musolff: As a seller, how can I be sure the buyer can really get the loan?
- 09/29/07 05:19 AM
Q: As a seller, how can I be sure the buyer can really get the loan? A: Although there is no 100% guarantee, your best bet is to ask for a pre-approval letter. To issue a preapproval, the lender will check the buyer's full credit report, look for any discrepancies or potential red flags, verifiy his or her employment status and income, and then, if everything looks OK, pre-approve the buyer for a specific loan amount. Now, there is another piece of paper with a similar-sounding name, called a "pre-qualification" letter. To get "pre-qualified" the buyer only verbally tells the lender what … (0 comments)
todd musolff: Defects found on inspection?
- 09/29/07 04:50 AM
Q: I am selling my house; the inspection has revealed several defects that I am not willing to repair or pay for. What are my options? A: When a property inspection reveals defects, buyers typically request that the seller repair them within a certain deadline. As a seller you have several options: agree to make all the repairs, agree to make some but not all, refuse to make any repairs, or ask the buyer to share some of the cost of the repairs. Ask yourself, are the buyer's demands reasonable? If you were the buyer, would you want those repairs made? It … (0 comments)
While they have their role in nature, molds are a most unwelcome sight indoors. And not are they only unsightly, but they can cause allergic reactions and other potential health problems. ;)
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