Cost vs. Value

Thinking of moving?  Or maybe just remodeling?  Sometimes it is hard to know which is the better choice!  Many of us wonder whether the money we put into remodeling our homes is a good investment and how much of it we’ll get back when we go to sell our home.  This site compares the average [...]

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Three green trends for 2012 home remodeling

Three green trends for 2012 home remodeling (ARA) – For some homeowners, remodeling projects are regular occurrences to keep their homes looking fresh. Sometimes, that means smaller changes like a new coat of paint or changing a light fixture. Other times, more substantial changes are needed. Determining those changes can be a challenge, but looking [...]

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How Does My Home Compare to Others on the Market?

How Does My Home Compare to Others on the Market? by Phoebe Chongchua www.realtytimes.com Published January 20, 2012 Real estate agents use comparable sales or “comps” (properties recently sold in the area) to see what the market bears for a listing price or value range marketing. But what makes a home a good comp? A [...]

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The Basics of Marketing your Home

Your REALTOR®’s marketing efforts and considerations will include advertising, showing the property, how long the house has been on the market and whether you’re buying another home. Your home should be listed, whenever possible, through a Multiple Listing Service (MLS). Advertising and Promotion Properties are commonly advertised through real estate agent Web sites, Internet home [...]

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Bringing the Dream of Homeownership Within Reach

Bringing the Dream of Homeownership Within Reach From Realtor.org As part of its plan to stimulate the U.S. housing market and address the economic challenges facing our nation, Congress has passed new legislation that: Extends the First-Time Home Buyer Tax Credit of up to $8,000 to first-time home buyers until April 30, 2010. Expands the [...]

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