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2013
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The answer to, "How can I fix my credit quickly?" is to pay down the balance on credit cards to less than 30% of the credit card Limit. It is that simple (if the Borrower has the necessary funds). The number of credit cards, and how close they were to maxing out the credit card limits, will det...
03/29/2013
You signed a Contract with every intention of closing the Transaction. But during the Due Diligence or Contingency Period, problems arise! Inspection issues, permits not pulled, financing falls through, Title problems... Know when to walk away! ________________________________ Let me just pref...
03/28/2013
For Sale Signs that are sagging, broken, faded, spattered with mud, or laying on the ground. Flyer Boxes that are faded and empty. What does that say about your Listing? _______________________ Here in this small North Idaho town, homes don't sell in 3 days like they do in some parts of the ...
03/27/2013
Buyer's Financial Qualifications. The Offer and Counter-Offer Period. Inspection Contingencies. Appraisal. Getting it to the Closing Table. Any one of these can be a "Show-Stopper"! _____________________ Why do some closings go smoothly while others just make you want to pull your hair out?...
03/26/2013
"The optimism of the market is apparent by the fact that listings don't remain available for more than a week or so." Sarah and Lester Oswald have posted some really great answers to "The Market Shift Questions from ActiveRain". Read and Enjoy! ____________________ A Market shift is present in...
03/25/2013
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Which makes a better Floor for your Kitchen - Hardwood, or Tile? Both have advantages; both have disadvantages. Ultimately, your decision will be based on personal preference. Read these pros and cons before making your choice! ________________________ Hardwood flooring or tile flooring - Wh...
03/25/2013
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Over-Improvement! These Upgrades are too much for the house, they are too much for the Wallet! Homeowners are not likely to see a Return on Investment when it comes time to sell! ____________________ The Four Worst "Upgrades" Homeowners Make This post has nothing to do with personal space, ...
03/24/2013
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Pricing, Marketing, Presentation, and making it Easy to Show are among the 7 reasons that will get a house sold. No, it's not a Fairy Tale - it can be done! Every Seller (and their Agent) should read this List. ________________________ 7 Reasons why your property sold! 1. Your property sold bec...
03/23/2013
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"If I keep commenting on someone’s posts and they don’t come over and comment on my posts, should I keep on commenting? Isn’t it about building relationships? How do I know they are even reading or care about what I have to say? The comment back is the only way I really know for sure." _______...
03/23/2013
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Why isn't my Blog Featured on the Home Page of ActiveRain? Why is "The Perfect Blog" ignored, but a "Quickie Blog" gets Featured? How can I get my Blog on the Feature Page of ActiveRain? _____________________________ Have you ever written that perfect post? Of course you have. You know, the one...
03/20/2013
