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Moving This Winter? Here Are 5 Relocation Tips That Will Help Ease the Stress of Moving

December 23, 2014 by

Moving is not exactly enjoyable at any time of the year, but it can be especially stressful in the winter. Moving all of your items when it is snowing and blowing outside makes things a lot tougher. However, if you prepare accordingly and have the right attitude, you’ll find that your move will go much smoother.

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First-Time Condo Buyer? What to Expect from Your New Homeowners Association

December 17, 2014 by

Every owner of condominium property automatically becomes a member of a homeowners association, otherwise referred to a “HOA” throughout the United States or a “Strata” in Canada. With that membership come certain rights and responsibilities.

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Don’t Be That Guy or Gal: 3 Easy Ways to Ruin Your Relationship with Your Real Estate Agent

December 12, 2014 by

In today’s blog post we’ll share three easy ways that you can ruin the trust and rapport that you’ve built with your real estate agent – and how to avoid doing so.

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Trying to Save on Your Closing Costs? Here Are Three Tips That Can Help Lower Them

December 11, 2014 by

Whether you’re about to close on a lovely new house for your growing family or a stylish beachfront condo so you can retire close to the ocean, one thing is certain: you’re going to face a variety of closing costs.

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Looking for Luxury? How to Upsize Your Next Home Without Upsizing Your Costs

December 9, 2014 by

Size matters when you are buying a new home. Whether you plan to expand your family, need more room for your stuff, or are concerned with resale value, you want to get the most space for your money.

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First Time Buyers: Understanding How Property Taxes Work and What You Can Expect to Pay

December 3, 2014 by

Are you about to buy a house or condo for the first time? In this blog post we’ll share how property taxes work and what you can expect to pay when you buy your new home.

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Buying an Investment Property? Here’s How You Can Maximize Your Rental Revenue

December 2, 2014 by

Whether you’re buying a ski-in/ski-out condo at your favorite resort or you’re thinking of picking up a small home in a busy tourist area, buying a property for short-term rental purposes can be an excellent investment that quickly begins to provide additional revenue.

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You Ask, We Answer: Should I Consider a Warranty when Buying a New Home?

November 25, 2014 by

In today’s blog post we’ll briefly explore home warranties including some of the pros and cons of buying one and how they differ from homeowner’s insurance.

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The 3 Minute Guide to Real Estate “Flipping” and How to Get Moving Today

November 21, 2014 by

If you’ve been thinking about investing in a real estate project you may have considered buying a distressed house or two at a steep discount in order to fix them up and sell them at a higher price. This is known as “flipping”, and in today’s post we’ll share a quick guide to flipping homes and how to get started with this type of real estate investing.

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Failed Negotiations: What to Do when the Seller is an Immovable Object

November 19, 2014 by

Once you’ve found the perfect new home and delivered your first offer to the seller, you may find that they return with a counteroffer or a flat out refusal. In this blog post we’ll share a few ways to manage an unreasonable or stubborn home seller so you can get the deal closed.

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