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<span style="color: #1c1c1c; font-family: proxima novalight, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 34.6666679382324px; font-weight: normal; line-height: 38.4000015258789px;">Home-ownership</span></span><span style="color: #1c1c1c; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 0.4in;"><span style="font-family: proxima novalight, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"> has strong emotional benefits.</span></span></span></h2>
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: proxima nova rgregular, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; line-height: 0.21in;">Homes
are a place to feel secure, build a future and raise a family.
There’s immense personal satisfaction in owning a home, and with </span><span style="font-size: 14.6666669845581px; line-height: 20.1599998474121px;">home-ownership</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; line-height: 0.21in;"> you can gain a sense of community through the neighborhood, schools and civic groups.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: proxima nova rgregular, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; line-height: 0.21in;">Beyond
the emotional benefits of </span><span style="font-size: 14.6666669845581px; line-height: 20.1599998474121px;">home-ownership</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; line-height: 0.21in;">, there are strong financial
reasons to buy a home.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: red;"><span style="font-family: proxima nova rgregular, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">A
home generally builds equity over time through the combination of
mortgage payments and appreciation.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: red;"><span style="font-family: proxima nova rgregular, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">A
portion of your mortgage interest and real estate taxes are
tax-deductible.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: red;"><span style="font-family: proxima nova rgregular, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">You
may leverage your money — even though your down payment may be 20%
of the home’s purchase price, you receive the full value of any
appreciation.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: red;"><span style="font-family: proxima nova rgregular, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">In
many markets the cost of ownership can be less than renting.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: red;"><span style="font-family: proxima nova rgregular, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">You
may strengthen your credit with your ongoing and timely mortgage
payments.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: red;"><span style="font-family: proxima nova rgregular, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">You
may pass on your home to your children.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: proxima nova rgregular, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">And,
as a homeowner, you are free to renovate, remodel, repair and repaint
your property – you’re never dependent on a landlord to get the
job done right.<br /><br />Of course, the decision to buy a home vs.
renting one depends on many personal factors including your financial
health, job security, job mobility and more.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: black;"><span style="font-family: proxima nova rgregular, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; line-height: 0.21in;">With
the housing market recovering, confidence in </span><span style="font-size: 14.6666669845581px; line-height: 20.1599998474121px;">home-ownership</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; line-height: 0.21in;"> and real
estate is improving. Potential buyers from millennials on up are
trending away from rental properties and toward </span><span style="font-size: 14.6666669845581px; line-height: 20.1599998474121px;">home-ownership</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; line-height: 0.21in;">. </span></span></span>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11718700775421857700noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2786613910714399253.post-24578737801950672632015-05-19T19:11:00.001-07:002015-05-19T19:11:28.811-07:00Annette Matthews MRP<iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="270" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/14dV7tuBGGQ" width="480"></iframe>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11718700775421857700noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2786613910714399253.post-62351881745645337062015-05-18T18:32:00.001-07:002015-05-18T18:32:25.583-07:00Consider it Sold!<iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="270" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/fCdfe2_KZEU" width="480"></iframe>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11718700775421857700noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2786613910714399253.post-12325873985082231822015-05-18T15:14:00.001-07:002015-05-18T15:14:35.242-07:00Home buying 101: Closing Process<iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="270" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/D1VMDFtB76E" width="480"></iframe>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11718700775421857700noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2786613910714399253.post-9109072304863793772015-05-18T14:26:00.001-07:002015-05-18T14:26:04.868-07:00Home buying 101: Submitting an Offer #goodtoknow<iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="270" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/ePdHiUbW4pk" width="480"></iframe>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11718700775421857700noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2786613910714399253.post-7832063459468579062015-05-13T18:05:00.000-07:002015-05-13T18:05:10.788-07:0013 Things to do to your Home Before Summer<table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" style="font-family: Arial, Verdana, sans-serif; width: 100%px;"><tbody>
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<tr><td style="font-size: 12px;"> </td><td style="font-size: 12px;"><byline><span style="font-family: Verdana;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><b>Jaymi Naciri</b>, <i><a href="http://realtytimes.com/" style="color: #552448;" target="_blank" title="Realty Times">Realty Times</a></i> Feature Writer </span></span></byline><span style="font-family: Verdana;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">05/04/2015<br /><br /></span></span><span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: x-small;">Summer is a time for fresh air and fresh linens, sunshiny afternoons and breezy relaxation. Before it hits full force, get your house in order by tackling a few projects that will help you enjoy the season even more.</span><br />
<b><span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: x-small;">1. Buy a </span><a href="http://www.homedepot.com/b/Outdoors-Garden-Center-Watering-Irrigation-Garden-Hoses/Soaker/N-5yc1vZbx4eZ1z0zwr0" style="color: #552448;" target="_blank" title="soaker hose"><span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: x-small;">soaker hose</span></a></b><span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: x-small;">. If you're in a state where foundations can become problematic if not watered regularly and/or you're under drought restrictions, this will keep you sane—and potentially keep you from needing to have your foundation jack hammered and hoisted back into place.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><b>2. Change your air filters</b>. Some manufacturers say you should change them out monthly. Although we don't know ANYONE who actually does this, it's worth noting that they do actually work more efficiently when changed out regularly, and that can save you money - even though you're spending more on the filters.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><b>3. Change your refrigerator filter</b>. You've probably been a bit lax about this too, right? Presumably, you'll be drinking more water when it's hot outside, so change the filter now and improve the taste of your water before you really need it.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><b>4. Buy some decent outdoor furniture</b>. Or fix yours up with </span></span><a href="http://www.krylon.com/spray-paint-projects/outdoor/" style="color: #552448;" target="_blank" title="outdoor paint"><span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: x-small;">outdoor paint</span></a><span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: x-small;">. It's easy to do, whether you're dealing with wood, metal, or plastic. Check out this before and after:</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><b>5. Plant something pretty</b>. Wait until it's scorching and you run the risk of floppy flowers. Get info about what to plant when for your climate </span></span><a href="http://www.almanac.com/content/plant-guide-flowers-bulbs-roses-shrubs-houseplants" style="color: #552448;" target="_blank" title="here"><span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: x-small;">here</span></a><span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: x-small;">.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><b>6. Ditch your ruddy throws and blankets</b>. It's time to bring in something light and soft. Even if you're not one who does a big seasonal swap with your furnishings, this easy change out will make your home feel fresh and summery.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><b>7. Change out your backsplash</b>. If it's dark, drab, or dated, a new backsplash can give your kitchen a lift without knocking anything major down or adding anything super expensive. Choose something reflective to bounce light around the room if you have a dark space.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><b>8. Clean your carpets</b>. Were you aware that "E. coli, salmonella, staphylococcus, and other bacteria" can live in your carpet? Gross, right?</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: x-small;">"Research indicates that your carpet probably contains about 200,000 bacteria per square inch, making it 4,000 times dirtier than your toilet seat," said Men's Health. "The average person sheds about 1.5 million skin cells every hour; these skin cells hit the rug and serve as food for germs. Add in food particles, pollen, and pet dander, and you have a gratis buffet."</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: x-small;">A vacuum cleaner might not be able to reach deep down to grab all of those germs, but a professional carpet cleaner will.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><b>9. Plant a vegetable garden</b>. Summer is the perfect time to start eating better. Give yourself an edge with an at-home vegetable garden. Veggies that can be planted in early spring include spinach, kale, radishes, broccoli, and peas.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: x-small;">"Summer favorites like okra, squash and tomatoes require long, hot days to grow," said </span><a href="http://www.pallensmith.com/articles/spring-vegetable-garden" style="color: #552448;" target="_blank" title="P. Allen Smith Garden Home"><span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: x-small;">P. Allen Smith Garden Home</span></a><span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: x-small;">. Get a complete how-to for planting your first garden </span><a href="http://www.bhg.com/gardening/vegetable/vegetables/planning-your-first-vegetable-garden/" style="color: #552448;" target="_blank" title="here"><span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: x-small;">here</span></a><span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: x-small;">.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><b>11. Slap on some solar screens</b>. If you're in a high-heat area and you want to block the sun, </span></span><a href="http://www.lonestarsolarscreens.com/" style="color: #552448;" target="_blank" title="solar screens "><span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: x-small;">solar screens </span></a><span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: x-small;">may be the answer.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: x-small;">"Solar Screens are the most effective window treatments that you can apply to your home for lowering energy bills by stopping the heat transfer through your windows and doors while still maintaining your view," </span><a href="http://www.lonestarsolarscreens.com/" style="color: #552448;" target="_blank" title="said Lone Star Solar Screens"><span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: x-small;">said Lone Star Solar Screens</span></a><span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: x-small;">.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><b>12. Take on a project and make it a family affair</b>. Summer fun doesn't have to be relegated to vacations. Want to lay new tile in the kitchen? Take the family to the local big box store for a workshop and then get started. It might just be fun. And even if you have to overcome some occasional (or more than occasional) whining along the way, you'll always have the pride of knowing you did it yourselves once you're done.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Home inspections will vary depending on the type of property you are purchasing. A large historic home, for example, will require a more specialized inspection than a small condominium. However, the following are the basic elements that a home inspector will check. You can also use this list to help you evaluate properties you might purchase.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Structure</strong>: A home’s skeleton impacts how the property stands up to weather, gravity, and the earth. Structural components, including the foundation and the framing, should be inspected.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Exterior</strong>: The inspector should look at sidewalks, driveways, steps, windows, and doors. A home’s siding, trim, and surface drainage also are part of an exterior inspection.</span></div>
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<li style="list-style-position: inside; margin: 5px 0px; padding: 0px;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Siding (brick, stone, stucco, vinyl, wood, etc.)</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Roofing</strong>: A well-maintained roof protects you from rain, snow, and other forces of nature. Take note of the roof’s age, conditions of flashing, roof drainage systems (pooling water), buckled shingles, loose gutters and downspouts, skylight, and chimneys.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Plumbing</strong>: Thoroughly examine the water supply and drainage systems, water heating equipment, and fuel storage systems. Drainage pumps and sump pumps also fall under this category. Poor water pressure, banging pipes, rust spots, or corrosion can indicate problems.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Electrical</strong>: Safe electrical wiring is essential. Look for the condition of service entrance wires, service panels, breakers and fuses, and disconnects. Also take note of the number of outlets in each room.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Heating</strong>: The home’s heating system, vent system, flues, and chimneys should be inspected. Look for age of water heater, whether the size is adequate for the house, speed of recovery, and energy rating.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Air Conditioning</strong>: Your inspector should describe your home cooling system, its energy source, and inspect the central and through-wall cooling equipment. Consider the age and energy rating of the system.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Interiors</strong>: An inspection of the inside of the home can reveal plumbing leaks, insect damage, rot, construction defects, and other issues. An inspector should take a close look at:</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Ventilation/insulation</strong>: To prevent energy loss, check for adequate insulation and ventilation in the attic and in unfinished areas such as crawlspaces. Also look for proper, secured insulation in walls. Insulation should be appropriate for the climate. Excess moisture in the home can lead to mold and water damage.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Fireplaces</strong>: They're charming, but they could be dangerous if not properly installed. Inspectors should examine the system, including the vent and flue, and describe solid fuel burning appliances.</span></div>
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<em style="padding: 0px 3px 0px 0px;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Source: <a href="http://www.ahsi.org/" style="color: #0066cc; text-decoration: none;" target="new">American Society of Home Inspectors</a></span></em></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;"><span style="font-size: small;">In today's market when purchasing or selling a home it is very common to have a home inspection done. Know what you are getting when you buy because this is a major purchase and you will have to live with the unknown if you forgo a home inspection. And my friend could be a very costly deal that no ones wants. Home is suppose to be a place you love and want to spend time. You don't want to make the mistake of falling in love with the home that you forgo the home inspection. </span>Hope this was helpful and gives you an idea of the process and questions to ask your home inspector.</span></div>
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When it comes to remodeling, it's best to keep it simple. Small cost-effective home renovations will likely get the best return on investment, according to surveys, <a href="http://www.appraisalinstitute.org/minor-home-improvements-offer-best-return-appraisal-institute-says/?CategoryId=11" style="color: #0066cc;" target="_blank">appraisers</a>, and real estate professionals.</div>
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According to the <a href="http://realtormag.realtor.org/home-and-design/cost-vs-value/article/2015/01/2015-remodeling-cost-vs-value-less-more" style="color: #0066cc;">2015 Cost vs. Value Report</a>, large-scale home remodeling projects are often a gamble, and aren't likely to return their full cost. Small home improvements like upgrading to a steel door, updating the garage door, replacing wood windows, and making small updates to the kitchen will recoup nearly 100 percent of their cost. Bottom line? Simple replacements cost a lot less and provide a bigger payback to homes than remodels or additions.</div>
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1. Entry door replacement (101.8%)<br />2. Manufactured stone veneer (92.2%)<br />3. Garage door replacement—mid-range (88.5%)<br />4. Siding replacement, fiber cement (84.3%)<br />5. Garage door replacement—upscale (82.5%)</div>
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"The point is that the more expensive the work you do on a property, the higher the risk is that the buyer is not going to be willing to pay for it," Jonathan J. Miller, the president of Miller Samuel, a New York appraisal company told the New York Times recently. "If your kitchen is old and dated and you completely renovate it, you're gambling that the buyer is going to like your taste."</div>
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Focusing on renovation projects that improve the curb appeal of a home is a good strategy. Refinishing hardwood floors, replacing light fixtures, re-grouting bathroom tiles, giving the walls a fresh coat of paint are all simple renovations that can add big value. "A lot of these minor upgrades relate to appearance, and the first impression a buyer might get for a property," says Michael Vargas, an appraiser in Manhattan. "They're not necessarily concerned about what’s behind the wall; they're just concerned about how the property looks."</div>
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While not all remodeling jobs earn a killer payback, the Cost vs. Value survey found that minor kitchen remodels that focus on upgrading the cabinets, appliances, and countertops are often a good bet, with a national average payback of 79.3 percent.</div>
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Still, remodeling projects are not "one size fits all" and what sellers can hope to recoup from improving their home depends on many factors, including where they live, the condition of the home, the quality of the work, and if the upgrades are comparable to those in the neighborhood.</div>
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<li style="list-style-position: inside; margin: 5px 0px; padding: 0px;">Painting walls</li>
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<li style="list-style-position: inside; margin: 5px 0px; padding: 0px;">Installing new kitchen appliances</li>
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<li style="list-style-position: inside; margin: 5px 0px; padding: 0px;">Replacing the garage door</li>
<li style="list-style-position: inside; margin: 5px 0px; padding: 0px;">Replacing siding</li>
<li style="list-style-position: inside; margin: 5px 0px; padding: 0px;">Adding a wood deck</li>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11718700775421857700noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2786613910714399253.post-32717845891576763962015-04-26T12:28:00.000-07:002015-04-26T12:28:06.446-07:00Welcome to Homeownership!!! Where's my Tool box?<div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i>The process of owning a home is both exciting and a little scary. But know that owning a home has benefits. One of the main benefits is being able to write off the taxes on your income tax. Yeah!! Now that is good news. That's what I call a bonus.</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i>Don't get me wrong owning a home is rewarding and beautiful. This is where memories will be created like your children parties, sleepovers, dinner parties and so forth.</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i>But we know that owning a home comes with upkeep, repairs, lawn work, and oh so much more.</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i>Some common repairs that most of us can fix without having to call a professional to do are things like replacing a valve on a toilet, tightening a leaky faucet, replacing or putting up a ceiling fan, repairing drywall (done this many of times with 3 boys), replacing a light switch. Most of these repairs are not costly. </i></span><i style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">If you are handy then these repairs will seem like a piece of cake. On the other hand if you are not so handy then hiring a professional might be the way to go.</i></div>
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<i style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Here is a video for repairing a drywall from Lowe's, my favorite store. Because if you have kids this is inevitable and you will find yourself doing this repair many times.</i></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i>Home staging is more than cleaning and decluttering your home. Home staging is creating an illusion. A home can be staged by doing such things as repositioning the furniture to make a room appear larger,adding additional lighting to give the appearance of a brighter room and of course making it feel warm and cozy by adding a pop of color. It is about dressing up your house for sale kinda like getting dress for a fancy party.</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i>Many sellers in the market today do not </i></span><i style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">wish </i><i style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">or want to spend any money on home staging. However, I think it is a must. As a Realtor I think we owe it to our clients to help them through this process so that they can see the benefits.</i></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i>Staging can be done with items you already have in the home. The thing with staging is making old things look new again but placed differently and adding a little pizzaz. Know that proper staging to a home is critical in today's market.</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i>When potential buyers enter a home and you want to capture them immediately. If the home has been staged it gives them a sense that this home has been well maintained and the sellers really care. </i></span><i style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"> It's about presenting it right the first time. You only get one chance to wow them at the front door. Why not invest the time, you will be glad you did.</i></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i>Some benefits to staging your home: 17% higher sale price and in 11 days or less in 95% of staged homes according to the ASP(Accredited Staging Professionals). 93% of staged homes sell in less than one month. They sell 30-50% faster. However,these are just a few of the benefits to staging. In today's market one may need to invest in home staging in order to get the most dollar for their home.</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i>When the home is staged and depersonalized a buyer walking through the doors can see themselves living in the space. After all that's what you are trying to capture. </i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i>If you are planning to sell your home consider staging because it will set you apart from other homes on the market. It is worth the investment.</i></span><br />
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knowing what kind of programs you qualify for, saving up for a down payment (10
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certain you understand what your are signing. Place a fair and
competitive offer, because a counter-offer is possible at this time. Remember, this is a critical time in your home buying process, so please don't purchase "big ticketed items" (e.g. cars, furniture, vacations, etc.) until your settlement is complete.<o:p></o:p></span></i></div>
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settlement and life after purchasing your home.
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