New or Old House? (30 Nov 2006) Do you think because it is brand new it is better? Not usually. Consider a slab versus crawl space, which is better and why. Consider vinyl siding versus brick. Unless you buy a well built house by a well known builder who cares about reputation, watch out.
Selling Your Property Without An Estate Agent (30 Nov 2006) Many people save thousands selling their homes without using an estate agent, but what are the issues private sellers need to consider if they are going to cut out the middleman?
Real Estate News (30 Nov 2006) What you need to know before you buy or sell property, go on contract, pay for an appraisal, be represented contractually by a buyer's agent. Understanding surveys, title search, brokerage, appraisal, insurance, commissions and much, much more to save time, money and sleepless nights
Basic Tips for First Time Home Buyers (30 Nov 2006) Choosing a first home can be a daunting task, but following a few key steps makes it a lot less confusing.
Green Building Media Fact Sheet - Past, Present & Future (30 Nov 2006) new homes are twice as energy-efficient as they were 30 years ago, thanks to cutting-edge green building techniques and technologies available for new and remodeled homes.
How Much is that House in the Window? (30 Nov 2006) Conflicting reports about the UK property market provide a confusing picture for home-owners and first-time buyers...
How to Build A Rental Property Money Machine (30 Nov 2006) Russ Whitney teaches you how to build a rental property money machine! Russ Whitney is the CEO of the Witney Education Group.
Property in Northern Spain (30 Nov 2006) If you're looking for the 'real' Spain where the culture, customs and the traditional Spanish lifestyle have been preserved then consider Northern Spain. Property in Northern Spain is abundant, affordable, attractive and offers great investment potential, this article details the property hotspots in the region.
Real Estate Problem Solver (30 Nov 2006) Article about solving problems in Real Estate: There are many areas one can invest in. Since I was 15 years old I have looked for the fastest, most effective way to accumulate a lot of wealth, with the least amount of risk. I am now 58. While looking for this road to truth, I spent a lot of time...
What to Look for in a Home (30 Nov 2006) Searching for just the right home can be very exciting. You may plan ahead for the number of bedrooms and bathrooms that you want. Or imagine preparing for dinner parties in a sun-filled kitchen. Although these things are important, there is more to a good home purchase than the rooms it contains. Following are just a few suggestions to consider. Take some time to make a list and determine which additional priorities are important to you.
Where is the Sophisticated Property Investor Putting his Money? (30 Nov 2006) A year ago ten more countries joined the EU, expanding not only the
Union, but the hunting ground of the international property investor. Most
investors have come to the conclusion that the market cycle here in the UK
is at it's peak, and the more sophisticated investor has already started
moving his money into the new EU countries. Many astute investors started
buying there a year or two before EU accession, particularly in more
developed cities like Prague and Budapest where the real estate markets were
relatively more mature. So prices in these cities had already increased by
up to 25% in the year up to May 2004, however there is still a long way to go
especially in the other capitals of this region.
The Cat in the Attic (30 Nov 2006) Strange and unexpected things happen in the name of customer service...
An Estate Planning Primer (30 Nov 2006) An estate is the total value of everything we own--and business and personal assets can add up quickly. Everyone has an estate. And realize it or not, everyone also has an estate plan.
Burn, Baby, Burn! (30 Nov 2006) How difficult is it to think before you speak?