2015

  • Buying An Older Home? Here's What You Should Know


    Whether you're a first time home buyer or just in the market for a different house, many older homes are for sale throughout the United States. Older homes often have a charm and uniqueness that most newer models lack. This can be very appealing to a lot of buyers. But with an old house comes some potential pitfalls and potential problems that all home buyers should be on the lookout for before they put in an offer.
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  • Understanding The Selling Of Mineral Rights


    People buy and sell property all the time, but you might not be aware of the value in owning the rights to minerals. The rights to the minerals found underground and the rights to the property are not always mutually exclusive, so a person wanting access to them would need to specifically purchase mineral rights. Take advantage of this guide, so that you understand the ins and outs of selling the rights to your minerals, so that you know what to expect.
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  • A Brief Explanation Of Closing Costs


    When sealing the deal on a new home, the down payment isn't the only cost you'll have to worry about. There are also closing costs--various miscellaneous fees incurred throughout the real estate transaction that come due at its close. What to Expect If and when you have your sights set on a particular home, your lender will give you a Good Faith Estimate (GFE) of the various closing costs you'll have to pay.
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  • Tackling Common Myths Concerning Property Management Companies


    When you are the owner or landlord of rental properties, you can spend a great deal of time making sure that your tenants get what they need and that you are still available to collect rent, fill vacant units, and screen new applicants. The easiest way to take some of the responsibility off of your own shoulders is to hire a property management company who can help. Even though these companies provide a valuable service to property owners, there are a lot of myths concerning how business with these professionals is handled.
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  • Selling Your Home? Sell Quickly With Perfect Staging And Curb Appeal


    When many people think of staging, they think that they need to spend hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars on new furniture and accessories in order to stage the home so that it will sell easily. However, there are inexpensive ways of doing this so that you aren't out a truckload of cash. Here are a few: Eliminate the Clutter. The last thing that you want your potential buyers entering into is a cluttered house.
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  • 3 Reasons To Consider Golf Course Real Estate


    Buying a new home near a golf course can be an exciting prospect, especially when you consider all of the benefits that are often provided by living near a golf course. Nice landscaping, golf course discounts, and increased property value are all great reasons to buy a home located near a golf course. Landscaping One of the nicest parts about living near a golf course is that the landscaping and views around your home will be extremely nice.
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