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Put lawn upkeep on autopilot
Category: Real Estate/Home Improvement
A look at the latest in sprinkler timers Everyone loves a nice-looking yard, but dragging those hoses and sprinklers around to keep everything watered can be a real chore -- especially when you add in ...Tuesday, 07 October 2008 -
Deck-staining that can't fail
Category: Real Estate/Home Improvement
Look for product that resists water, mildew Q: I have a deck that was built in October 2006. Does it need to be stained this soon? This will be my first deck-staining experience, and I was also wondering ...Tuesday, 07 October 2008 -
Sellers, don't be difficult when showing home
Category: Real Estate/Seller
Tips on decluttering, accommodating buyers, staying sane Selling a home while you're living in it can be trying during any market. Today's sellers are generally looking at a longer marketing time than ...Tuesday, 07 October 2008 -
Two-day, $2,000 room makeover not reality
Category: Real Estate/Seller
... looking to give a complete new look to a bedroom through the addition of some interesting new paint colors, new window coverings, some moldings, the revamping of some existing furniture and maybe building ...Tuesday, 07 October 2008 -
Changing out windows tricky with aluminum siding
Category: Real Estate/Home Improvement
... be performed by an experienced, licensed contractor. Once the old window is out, any window company can make up new vinyl windows that will exactly fit the opening. As to quality, you want to look for ...Thursday, 20 March 2008 -
Kitchen is no place to skimp on lighting
Category: Real Estate/Home Improvement
... that is extremely important but often overlooked are the counters. Between the combination of your body as you stand at the counter and the bulk of the wall cabinets, much of the counter area is severely ...Thursday, 20 March 2008 -
Beware of kitchen-range fire hazard
Category: Real Estate/Home Improvement
... have an experienced granite installer take a look at it. Good installers have a variety of techniques they can use for blending colors -- they do it regularly to help conceal the seams where the pieces ...Thursday, 14 February 2008 -
Picking the right sander for the job
Category: Real Estate/Home Improvement
... proposition at times, but luckily over the years many manufacturers have introduced power sanders to make the task easier and less messy. Here's a look at the four main types of power sanders, along with ...Sunday, 27 January 2008 -
Should you Refinance your Adjustable-Rate Mortgage?
Category: Real Estate/Mortgages
... difficult to control your cash flow. Some people simply change their minds about what they think the market will do in the future - it may look good when they take out the loan, but the market can ...Wednesday, 26 December 2007 -
11 Ways to Easily Boost Your Curb Appeal in a Weekend
Category: Real Estate/Seller
... Install outdoor lighting. Consider solar garden lights to line a walkway, or a bright new porch light. This will make your home look more inviting in the evening when most buyers have the time to ...Wednesday, 26 December 2007 -
The Dangers of Not Using a Home Inspector
Category: Real Estate/Buyer
... satisfactory, you can cancel the contract without penalty. What do Home Inspections Cover? The factors that each home inspector looks at when visiting a home may vary slightly, so it pays to ...Wednesday, 26 December 2007 -
Rethinking your home search
Category: Real Estate/Buyer
... compromise. HOUSE HUNTING TIP: Buyers who find they've been looking for the right house for more than six months should pause to consider whether their expectations are in line with reality. For ...Wednesday, 26 December 2007 -
Key Factors to Consider Before Buying a Brand-New Home
Category: Real Estate/Buyer
... of the warranty, as well as have your own inspections done on the home during its construction. Look into the Location and Surrounding Neighborhoods Do some research on the location of the property. ...Wednesday, 26 December 2007 -
From the Roof to the Floor, It's Always Wise to Determine Lifespan
Category: Real Estate/Buyer
... to 2550 or more. The moisture barrier (underlayment) may need to be replaced sooner SidingInspect your siding for damage in the spring and autumn. Look for problems, such as warped boards, missing ...Wednesday, 26 December 2007 -
100 Best Towns to Raise a Family
Category: Real Estate/Home Improvement
... resides in Depoe Bay, Ore. Chapter topics include: "Finding Your Best Place"; "Today's Families and Trends"; "What Makes the Best Place Best?" "A Closer Look at the Facts"; and "Neighborhood Profiles ...Wednesday, 26 December 2007 -
Moving with Pets
Category: Real Estate/Moving
... a few hours away or more, then you'll be looking at a long road trip which can become arduous for everyone in the car. You may want to consider transporting your cats or dogs by air. Most states ...Wednesday, 26 December 2007 -
Warm Up an Empty House for Faster Sale
Category: Real Estate/Seller
If you're selling a house you've already moved out of, chances are it's looking a bit neglected and cold. While sparsely-furnished rooms look bigger and help potential buyers imagine how their own ...Wednesday, 26 December 2007 -
When to Fire Your Mortgage Lender
Category: Real Estate/Mortgages
... a bad broker. If you feel uncomfortable with your lender for any reason, then don't be afraid to fire them and look for one that will meet your needs and be more deserving of your trust. With that ...Wednesday, 26 December 2007 -
6 Reasons to Get a Move On in the Summer
Category: Real Estate/Buyer
... will be maximized by the lush and fragrant summer-blooming flowers. This also gives buyers a good idea of the amount of yard maintenance to expect to keep it looking beautiful. Garage sale seasonWhat ...Wednesday, 26 December 2007 -
Choosing Your Ideal Neighborhood
Category: Real Estate/Buyer
... features, then start looking for homes in areas that match most of your criteria. Here are some things to consider: Transportation Realities and OptionsCheck the length of your commute to work ...Wednesday, 26 December 2007 -
TV star reveals home-flipping secrets
Category: Real Estate/Home Improvement
... her net profit goal would be $50,000. Not bad for a few months' work. Even if you are not interested in flipping houses but are perhaps looking to remodel your personal residence, the author's chapter ...Wednesday, 26 December 2007 -
Open Houses '101'
Category: Real Estate/Seller
... they may agree to help you out by making sure their own properties look good on the day. Make sure your home is clean and clutter-free. Crowded rooms look smaller, and it will be harder for buyers ...Wednesday, 26 December 2007 -
Moving Made Easier and More Affordable
Category: Real Estate/Moving
... and photographs, leave a spare set of bedding and towels for each member of the house and pack up the rest. Your rooms and storage areas will look larger and more attractive to buyers. This is also ...Wednesday, 26 December 2007 -
How to Negotiate for Top Dollar
Category: Real Estate/Seller
... even looking at your home. On the other hand, don't set the price too low in hopes of getting multiple offers and receiving an offer that exceeds the asking price. In order to negotiate for top dollar, ...Wednesday, 26 December 2007 -
Cut Your Closing Costs
Category: Real Estate/Buyer
... Title insurance protects the buyer if tax liens or unpaid mortgages are overlooked in the examination. Inspection fees - includes pest and property inspection. Mortgage broker fee - applicable ...Wednesday, 26 December 2007 -
Overcharges Run Rampant in Home Loans
Category: Real Estate/Mortgages
... standard was not an effective way to deal with bad mortgage selection, unaffordable loans or refinances that don't benefit borrowers. This article looks at suitability in connection with the problem ...Wednesday, 26 December 2007 -
Mortgage Glossary
Category: FAQs/General
... An interest rate cap limits the amount by which the interest rate can change; look for this feature when you consider an ARM loan. The initial rate is the rate charged during the first interval of ...Wednesday, 26 December 2007 -
Tighter Lending Rules Could Backfire
Category: Real Estate/Mortgages
Case histories of subprime loans that have gone to foreclosure often generate righteous indignation. With benefit of hindsight, many if not most of them look as if they never should have been made. ...Wednesday, 26 December 2007 -
When you can and can't claim homeowner tax breaks
Category: Real Estate/Mortgages
... While we were away on vacation, he trimmed it back to the property line. Now the tree looks awful as it is unbalanced. When I confronted him, he said he was tired of the mess the tree made on his ...Wednesday, 26 December 2007 -
The Best Way to Sell Your Home Quickly
Category: Real Estate/Seller
... appeal and the chances of selling quickly. Start looking for an agent by talking to people you know who have sold homes recently. If they were happy with the service they received, their agents are a good ...Wednesday, 26 December 2007 -
How to Sell Your Starter Home
Category: Real Estate/Seller
... couples. Repainting is one of the easiest ways to update a drab-looking room. Take care to choose neutral tones so that you don't run the risk of excluding potential buyers with strong color preferences. ...Wednesday, 26 December 2007 -
Getting Your Home Ready for a Showing
Category: Real Estate/Seller
... from the home during the showing or open house. This will make potential buyers feel more at ease and allow them to take a more thorough look around without feeling rushed or intrusive. Here are a ...Wednesday, 26 December 2007 -
What do School Test Scores Mean for the Value of Your Home?
Category: Real Estate/Seller
... the quality of a school. They suggest that looking at a school's performance over time is a more accurate means of judging the quality of a school. Either way, it's clear that higher school test ...Tuesday, 25 December 2007 -
Wallace Shealy - GRI, SRES, ECO
Category: FAQs/General
... locating and purchasing your next home. Looking for a mountain retreat, vacation home, retirement villa, or your new family home call me (828) 581-4603. Come to Western North Carolina one of the ...Tuesday, 25 December 2007 -
Vacation cottages can be challenging to buy, own
Category: Real Estate/Buyer
... devoted to locating a suitable area for acquiring a vacation cottage. After the search narrows down to a specific area and a specific cottage, Hunter explains details of what to look for because buying ...Sunday, 23 December 2007 -
5 Things to Ask Before Making an Offer on a Condo
Category: Real Estate/Buyer
Before you make an offer on that condo or townhome, there are a few things you should check into besides the obvious bylaws and association notes. Here's a list of five not-so-obvious things to look into ...Saturday, 22 December 2007 -
How to Find a Good Investment Property
Category: Real Estate/Buyer
... investment buying. The easiest way of getting a feel for good prospects is just to jump in your car and drive around your area. Look for areas with a lot of development going on, or where new housing projects ...Saturday, 22 December 2007 -
Increase Your Home’s Value through Energy Efficient Upgrades
Category: Real Estate/Home Improvement
... sources of energy are not infinite, and more people are recognizing this and looking at ways to make their homes more energy-efficient. Lastly, remodeling your home with energy efficiency in mind increases ...Saturday, 22 December 2007 -
Putting your ducts in a row
Category: Real Estate/Home Improvement
... a cordless one so you don't have to worry about dragging cords behind you — work your way along each of the ducts. Look for areas where joints have come loose, or where support straps are ...Friday, 21 December 2007 -
Boost your curb appeal over the weekend
Category: Real Estate/Seller
... welcome factor. Install outdoor lighting. Consider solar garden lights to line a walkway, or a bright new porch light. This will make your home look more inviting in the evening when most buyers ...Friday, 21 December 2007 -
Secrets to Making a Lowball Offer
Category: Real Estate/Buyer
... and foremost, learn what types of properties you’re looking for in terms of both the house and the seller. The House The properties you’re interested in have been on the market more than a month. There’s ...Friday, 21 December 2007 -
Microhood a must for any Kitchen Upgrade
Category: Real Estate/Home Improvement
Looking for a nice way to upgrade your kitchen and add both counter space and convenience? You might not need to look any further than replacing your existing range hood with a microwave/hood combination. ...Friday, 21 December 2007 -
Moving out may bring faster home sale
Category: Real Estate/Seller
... new wall-to-wall carpet. Vacant rooms look bigger than rooms occupied with furniture. NO TAX DEDUCTION IF LOAN IS NOT SECURED BY YOUR HOME DEAR BOB: To buy our first home, my wife's parents ...Friday, 21 December 2007 -
Best ways to attract fixer-upper buyers
Category: Real Estate/Seller
... look like with work done to it. They simply relate to what they see. For example, last year a grand old home sold in Oakland, Calif. Neighbors went directly to the sellers and asked if they could ...Thursday, 20 December 2007 -
Don't buy a house with these problems
Category: Real Estate/Buyer
... renting to families with children. Looking back, I now realize that house adjoining the noisy school playground was a "bad house." It had an incurable defect that most prospective buyers ...Thursday, 20 December 2007 -
Finding Perfect House Is All About Timing
Category: Real Estate/Buyer
It's not uncommon for buyers to look for six months or more before finding the right house or condo to buy. Sometimes, it takes even longer if listings are in short supply. Lucky are the home buyers who ...Thursday, 20 December 2007 -
Making an attractive home-purchase offer
Category: Real Estate/Buyer
... who wants to sell for the highest price possible. You're locked in a tug of war to see which side will win. It's more productive to look at a negotiation as a problem-solving process. You and ...Thursday, 20 December 2007 -
Get your deck looking new again
Category: Real Estate/Home Improvement
Whether you have a brand-new deck that you'd like to keep looking fresh or one that's seen better days and could use a bit of a facelift, there are lots of very effective products out there that can help ...Tuesday, 18 December 2007 -
Small improvements can make the most of your utility room
Category: Real Estate/Home Improvement
... ironing board that always looks ugly and is always in the way no matter where you put it, consider the addition of a folding ironing board that hides away inside the wall. Ironing board cabinets come completely ...Saturday, 15 December 2007 -
Keep concrete, asphalt safe from water intrusion
Category: Real Estate/Home Improvement
... glazed ceramic tile or on wooden surfaces. Sealers also come in different surface "sheens," depending on the look you want. While all of them are clear, some types dry to a completely flat sheen and leave ...Friday, 14 December 2007 -
Asheville Economic Outlook 2007 PDF
Category: Web Links / Real Estate Resources
Report to the Asheville Chamber on the Economic Outlook. ...Monday, 07 January 2008