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Buying a Solar-Powered Home? Watch Out for These Symptoms of Future Problems

October 11th, 2016 · Comments Off on Buying a Solar-Powered Home? Watch Out for These Symptoms of Future Problems

Solar-powered homes are becoming more commonplace, and are an excellent step in the right ecological direction. That said, there are some aspects to consider if you’re thinking about investing in solar energy. Read on for some salient points about living by the sun.

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Moving with Children? Here’s How to Quickly Assess Whether a Community Is Family Friendly

September 16th, 2016 · Comments Off on Moving with Children? Here’s How to Quickly Assess Whether a Community Is Family Friendly

If you’re looking for a home that’s in a family-friendly neighborhood, there are a few key things you can look for to make sure your new house is a good fit for both you and your children.

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Feeling the Squeeze of Rising Rents? Here Are 3 Reasons You Should Consider Buying a Starter Home

September 13th, 2016 · Comments Off on Feeling the Squeeze of Rising Rents? Here Are 3 Reasons You Should Consider Buying a Starter Home

With real estate becoming more affordable, new homes being sold in a range of prices and the cost of rent going up, there has never been a better time to consider buying a starter home.

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Real Estate Investing: 3 Insider Tips to Winning House, Land or Foreclosure Auctions

September 2nd, 2016 · Comments Off on Real Estate Investing: 3 Insider Tips to Winning House, Land or Foreclosure Auctions

House, land and foreclosure auctions can be one of the most nerve-wracking ways to buy a property. However, if you prepare yourself with proven bidding tactics, auctions can be a great way to purchase your dream home at a competitive price.

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Buying for Retirement: 3 Reasons Why You’ll Want to Buy Your Retirement Home Before You Retire

September 1st, 2016 · Comments Off on Buying for Retirement: 3 Reasons Why You’ll Want to Buy Your Retirement Home Before You Retire

While it may seem like a big time commitment to find a new home while you’re still busy with your work there are several significant financial benefits to purchasing your retirement home before you actually do retire. Here are our top reasons why.

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Buying Your First Home? Learn These 5 Essential Home Maintenance Skills as Soon as Possible

August 31st, 2016 · Comments Off on Buying Your First Home? Learn These 5 Essential Home Maintenance Skills as Soon as Possible

New homes can be scary. But when you take the time to think about it, and plan ahead, maintaining a home is easier than you think – a manageable mix of experience and common sense. Here are five skills that will help maintain your new home for years to come.

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Real Estate Investing: How to Find Great Deals on Undeveloped Lots with Big Potential

August 30th, 2016 · Comments Off on Real Estate Investing: How to Find Great Deals on Undeveloped Lots with Big Potential

Purchasing a plot of land can be one of the best investments to make. A landowner has great (but not unlimited) freedom in how to develop their plot, and land never expires so its potential is essentially infinite. That said, buying undeveloped or vacant land can be risky business, so read on to find tips on purchasing a plot.

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Buying a Home This Summer? Use These Four Tips to Uncover Hidden Flaws and Issues

August 12th, 2016 · Comments Off on Buying a Home This Summer? Use These Four Tips to Uncover Hidden Flaws and Issues

In a hot market it’s easy to be blinded by the competition and succumb to the pressure to make an offer on a home before you’ve adequately assessed it. If you’re looking to buy a home this summer, use these four tips to uncover hidden flaws before you put your offer in.

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Thinking about a ‘Fixer Upper’? Understanding the Balance Between Purchase and Reno Costs

August 11th, 2016 · Comments Off on Thinking about a ‘Fixer Upper’? Understanding the Balance Between Purchase and Reno Costs

Fixer uppers can come with huge price benefits and opportunity, as well as problems. Make sure you understand what you’re getting yourself into before you purchase a home that needs significant restoration.

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Three Key Points to Remember When Investing in a Cottage or Waterfront Getaway

August 9th, 2016 · Comments Off on Three Key Points to Remember When Investing in a Cottage or Waterfront Getaway

If you’re looking to invest in a cottage or waterfront getaway, there are three key things to keep in mind throughout your search.

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