Daylight Saving Time Daylight saving time begins on March 14, 2010. Don't forget to set your clocks forward(Spring forward, Fall back). Personally, I wish they would allow for daylight saving all year long. This would have potential energy savings as well as allow for more productivity. Benjamin
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02/26/2010
How many homes should you show? Many buyers these days wish to take advantage of the buyers market and view as many homes as possible. Of course as Realtors, we try to weed out any that don't meet their criteria, but still there are often a plethora of homes that match. Some buyers are able to vi
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02/26/2010
A tax time tip As April 15, the day dreaded by millions of Americans approaches, the prudent tax payer will prepare their documents way ahead of the deadline to get the best results. Waiting until the last minute can cause one to forget deductible expenses or leave something out. Planning, prepa
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02/26/2010
Discriminating Home Buyers Home buyers have become more discriminating than in years past, and now demand a much higher level of service. They want access to timely, pertinent information, and they want it now. Especially in this market, when they don't get a response within minutes, buyers will
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02/25/2010
The last time I was informed, there was a list of 11 different breeds of dogs that will adversely effect your homeowners insurance. I was surprised to see Dalmatians at the top of the list. Apparently they are more likely to bite someone than a pit bull. I would like to see the AKC further chal
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02/24/2010
Are new appraisal laws adversely effecting your business? For the second time this year, a home I have under contract had the appraisal come up short. In this particular case, the comps were both plentiful and obvious, and should have reflected a higher number than the purchase price. This is jus
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02/24/2010
As an exclusive buyer agent in Sarasota, Florida, I can attest to the satisfaction of our clients stemming from the level of professionalism and service they receive. Not only are buyer agents good for the buyer, but they are generally good for the transaction as well, often preventing potentia
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02/23/2010
Many sellers who have put off the marketing and sale of their home are not doing themselves any favors, unless they are able to hold out until prices clearly begin to trend upwardly. But without a crystal ball, this is a difficult animal to gage, even for professionals with exhaustive market kn
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02/23/2010
While interest rates remain historically low, home prices slashed and still a large inventory of homes for sale, many buyers are stepping up to the table earlier than they planned. Particularly areas in the sunbelt which were hit hardest are now showing significant signs of improvement as buyer
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02/23/2010
In addition to magnetic signage or having your car wrapped, another great use of vehicle advertising is the sun shades used to keep your car cooler. Especially for those that live in the southern climates, these are both practical and effective. Leaving your car strategically parked at the mall
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02/23/2010
