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10 Real Estate Abbreviations All Homebuyers Should Know

Mon, 17 Oct 2011 16:43:36 CDT

American Society of Home Inspectors. This is a non-profit professional society that governs ethics and best practices for inspectors. It is the largest society of its kind in North America and is recognized in the buyer-protection legislation of many states.

House Flipping: Wonder, Woe & Warnings

Mon, 17 Oct 2011 16:43:05 CDT

Popular home design shows have contributed greatly to the notoriety of this practice as have, perhaps to a lesser extent, the job losses many Americans have faced in recent years. Post-recession is a great time for house-flippers who still have capital to invest because many prices are so low. Buying a cheap house which only needs cosmetic improvements in a fairly good neighborhood is a fun, lucrative and gratifying investment.

Tips for Becoming a Landlord

Mon, 27 Jun 2011 08:54:32 CDT

Many people have taken advantage of today's low home prices by buying investment properties for rentals. If this sounds like an investment strategy you would like to try, there are some things you should know about this type of investment.

Still the Buyer's Market

Wed, 01 Jun 2011 08:40:47 CDT

Inventory is high and prices are low. Many homes have been on the market for quite some time, so list prices are often negotiable. There are also lots of foreclosures and short sales in our area. With patience, you may be able to land a foreclosure or a short sale at a fraction of what the home was once worth.

Vancouver Real Estate Soars Despite U.S. Market Troubles

Thu, 26 May 2011 08:49:01 CDT

Vancouver real estate is renowned for its resilience, and has been among the few growing markets during the recent downturn in the global economy. Construction throughout the city and metropolitan region has continued at a steady pace, and sales have generally been seen to buck the trend by remaining buoyant and, perhaps more significantly, holding value.

Buying a Rental Home for Investment

Wed, 04 May 2011 01:00:00 CDT

Another thing to consider when you?re looking for an investment property is the crime rate in the area. Rents in high-crime areas are likely to be lower than in areas that have a lower rate of crime and you may find that you're more likely to avoid problems like vandalism and theft in a low-crime area too.

Going Coastal: Oceanside Living

Mon, 04 Apr 2011 09:20:59 CDT

Whether you are in Europe, Africa, Australia, Asia or the Americas, owning waterfront property is something that most of us seem to aspire to. When we go on vacation, we often choose hotels, villas and cottages by the beach. But why are so many of us enamored by sea views? Just what is it that appeals to us about a rolling ocean and those endless cyan skies?

Why Build New Construction in Today's Market?

Thu, 31 Mar 2011 08:43:00 CDT

In today's Florida real estate market, it's a question we hear everyday. There are still plenty of houses in inventory, so why would I choose new construction with prices so great on existing homes?