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Dealing with an Empty Nest? 5 Great Reasons to Downsize into a New Condo

January 5, 2016 by

There’s a good chance if your children have recently moved out that your home is feeling a lot larger than it used to, and perhaps you’re re-considering the extra space. If downsizing to a condo is on your mind and you’re weighing the benefits of this kind of move, here are some that might make it worth the switch in size.

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Three Things You Can Expect when Buying a Home This Winter

December 29, 2015 by

When you’re looking into purchasing a home, there are plenty of things to watch out for at any time of the year, but there are a few things that you can expect during the winter months that may be a little different than other seasons.

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Real Estate Investing: 3 Secrets of Successful Home Buyers That You Can Use Today

December 3, 2015 by

While making a real estate purchase can be a matter rife with many questions, buying to invest in a long-term property can be even more confusing. If you’re looking into investing in real estate and wondering what variables to consider, here are a few tips that you’ll want to keep in mind before deciding on a fruitful investment property.

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Moving to a New Home? Use These Websites and Apps to Research Potential Neighborhoods

December 1, 2015 by

Relocating to a new city? Thinking about moving to a new neighborhood? With the advancement of technology, it’s now possible to research new neighborhoods without getting up off the couch. Here are some websites and apps that have proven invaluable with researching new areas.

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It’s Not Just a Mortgage: Understanding the Financial Implications of Buying a New Home

November 18, 2015 by

When it comes to home ownership, the biggest buzzword of them all is mortgage and it’s often all people think about when it comes to price. From taxes to utilities, here are some of the other items that you won’t be able to do without once you’ve made the big purchase.

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Goodbye, Junk! 5 Tips for Reducing the Amount of ‘Stuff’ You Need to Move to Your New Home

November 13, 2015 by

Switching houses? There is no point in waiting until after a move to go through the junk lying around, as tempting as it may be, so here are five ways to decide what should find a new home before a move.

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Find Something Wrong During a Home Inspection? How to Discuss Repairs or Defects with a Seller

November 10, 2015 by

When it comes to selling a home, it is a common belief that once the offer is accepted, there is nothing else to be negotiated. However, issues and obstacles that can arise during the home inspection can be a cause for discussion with the seller. Here are some tips in the event that the home inspection isn’t up to par.

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Pulling the Trigger: 3 Reasons Why You’ll Want to Move Fast when Buying a Home

November 5, 2015 by

With all of the care and consideration that can go into deciding if a home is the right fit, it can add a wrench to the mix to realize that you may not have a lot of time to put in an offer. It’s certainly important to weigh all of the factors of buying a home before deciding to put yourself in the ring, but here is why you’ll want to come to a conclusion quickly when it comes to a home you love.

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Expecting Children: How to Quickly Move into a Larger Home Before a Baby Arrives

November 3, 2015 by

Life moves pretty fast sometimes and many couples find themselves expecting children before they have begun to look for the next home. This shouldn’t be a problem, as moving into a larger home before the baby arrives can be a lot easier than it appears.

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Buying in a New Community: How to Meet and Make Friends with Your New Neighbors

October 30, 2015 by

One of the stresses of moving to a new area is giving up the familiarity that you have with your old neighbors and starting from scratch. Whether you’ve just moved to a different locale or you’re planning to relocate in the near future, there are some easy ways that you can make a home of your new neighborhood right from the start.

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