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2015 

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1. McMansions are out. ---The era of the McMansion is over, according to the 2011 edition of "Emerging Trends in Real Estate," co-published by PricewaterhouseCoopers and the Urban Land Institute. Baby boomers are scaling down to smaller, more manageable homes. Also, first-time homebuyers are buyi...
03/23/2015
Spruce up the Aroma of Your Home to Sell ----When homebuyers walk into a home for sale all five senses are actively scanning the environment. The sense of smell can send a strong message to the brain while the brain is busy formulating a first impression. ----Regardless of your home’s appearance,...
03/23/2015
When buying a new home, one of the most important things to consider is the neighborhood you’ll potentially be living in. ----Here are some signs of a bad neighborhood: ---- Vacant Homes. If there are a large number of vacant, neglected, or foreclosed homes in the neighborhood, consider it a big ...
03/23/2015
  You can’t go shopping anywhere these days without being asked, “Would you like to save 20% off your purchase today just by opening a charge card?”----Many of us have been tempted by the short-term savings, but the long-term costs can be bigger than you think – especially if you’re looking to re...
03/18/2015
When buying furniture, avoid making any hasty decisions that will leave you with buyer’s remorse by asking yourself the following questions: **** How much space do I have? The amount of space determines the scale and number of pieces to buy. What would you consider absolutely essential in a small...
03/18/2015
Getting preapproved for a home loan is the first step you should take before searching for a new home. If you haven’t already been pre-approved for a home loan, make sure you get pre-approved before searching for a home or contacting a real estate agent so you have an idea of what you can afford ...
03/18/2015
If you’re a potential homebuyer, this news alone might compel you to run out and start house hunting, but just because mortgage rates are at an all-time low and housing prices have declined, there are other financial factors you may want to consider. --- Getting preapproved. Have you been preappr...
03/18/2015
Known as American Ranch, Western Ranch, or California Rambler, a Ranch Style home can be found almost anywhere in the United States. However, their popularity has decreased over the years. ---After World War II, real estate developers turned to the simple, economical Ranch Style to meet the housi...
03/18/2015
Whether you are building a new house, renovating your existing one, or looking to buy a home, the flooring is something you should consider carefully. There are many types of flooring to consider. Here’s a guide to help you make your decision: ----Laminate ---Laminate is generally the least expen...
03/15/2015
One of the primary goals of home ownership should be to build equity in your home. Home equity is the difference between your loan balance and your home’s market value. It’s the dollar amount of the house you actually own. ----For example, if you have a home currently valued at $170,000 based on ...
03/14/2015
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