5/15/2012 1:28:00 PM
First-Time Buyer Mistakes to Avoid
You've
finally decided that now is the time for you to jump into the housing market! Perhaps you've done the math and want to take advantage of historically low interest rates and high levels of affordability. Maybe you have a new family that is quickly ...
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5/14/2012 6:00:00 PM
The Benefits of Owning a Home
We
all know the social benefits of owning a home. Homeownership gives family stability, creates lower high school dropout rates, and of course
gives the opportunity to create meaningful and lasting relationships. In addition to these great pluses, owning a ...
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5/14/2012 3:56:00 PM
Understanding Appraisals
It's
a term homeowners and sellers hear all the time. What does "appraisal" really mean and how will it affect your ability to make a deal? As
the market dips and continues to struggle across the nation, many sellers are finding themselves in ...
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5/14/2012 3:48:00 PM
Five Musts Before You List Your Home
Deciding
to list your home for sale is a momentous time. It means you will be moving on to a new stage of life, no matter if you’re moving up or sizing down. Take a moment to look over these tips for what every seller
should do before they put their ...
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4/4/2012 1:24:00 PM
Columbus Ohio Events for April
SPRING IS HERE, which means it time to get out and about in this GREAT city of Columbus, and its surrounding areas, for some fun. We have been so blessed this year with great weather, why not enjoy it with friends at these fun-filled events! Blooms and Butterflies ...
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3/21/2012 10:45:00 AM
Five Most Overlooked Home Related Tax Deductions
1. Home improvements In the eyes of Uncle Sam, "home improvements" are generally defined as expenditures that increase the value of the home or extend its life. However, home improvements are not deductible in the year you make them. Instead, they ...
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3/21/2012 10:35:00 AM
5 Easy Exterior Fixes to Pump Up Your Home's Curb Appeal
Pump up your home’s curb appeal and welcome a new season with these easy, low-cost projects. Following are five ways to stage your home’s exterior for spring. 1. Start at the door Your front door is the main focal point for curb appeal, so make ...
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3/21/2012 10:14:00 AM
First Impressions Speak LOUDLY--Entryways
Entryway Impressions Homeowners who have decided to stay put as well as sellers looking for ways to impress should pay close attention to the look and feel of their entryways. We all know the power first impressions has over our society. We make snap-judgements ...
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3/6/2012 1:48:00 PM
Should I Accept This Offer?
Should I Accept This Offer? Being a seller in today's market can present its share of challenges. How do you know when to accept an offer and when to hold out for something better? Is the current offer a low ball offer or are you simply hesitating over ...
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3/6/2012 1:42:00 PM
The Inspection Before the Inspection
The Inspection Before the Inspection The Pre-Inspection Inspection Every
good buyer knows that once you are truly interested in a home you need to a have a thorough inspection done. This important step can keep you from making a big mistake or on the opposite ...
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