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New Construction: Buying A New Home In The Best Location For You

By | October 22nd, 2001|

Buying a new construction can be stressful, but Ilyce guides readers to successful home ownership. The most important thing a home buyer should do when purchasing new construction is be aware of where the new development is located. A new housing development shouldn't be too far from stores and other things the home buyer is going to need, so make sure your new construction isn't in the middle of a cornfield - unless that's where you want your home to be!

Final Quick Home Inspection Can Protect Buyer

By | October 8th, 2001|

When you're buying a home, just before closing it's a good idea to do a final walk-through. A final walk-through is a quick home inspection where you do a check of all appliances one more time. Doing a final walk-through home inspection can help you spot problems that could prevent a successful closing when you're buying a home.

Real Estate Market: September 11th Drove Home Buying And Selling Down

By | September 3rd, 2001|

September 11th drove the real estate market down - both home buying and selling. Real estate agents report that open houses are being canceled and calls about property both by buyers and sellers are down. The terrorist attacks caused the real estate world to come to a near halt.

How Much Is Your House Worth Anyway?

By | August 20th, 2001|

Over the past five years, housing price valuations have skyrocketed. Is it the amount the bank's appraiser says it's worth? Or, is it the amount on which the tax assessor bases your every-rising real estate property taxes? Or, is it the amount that someone is willing to pay for your home?

Tips For Buying In A Rough Economy

By | August 6th, 2001|

Even in a down economy, it is a good time to buy real estate if you buy the right house, on the right terms, and at the right price. When buying a home during a recession it's OK to take more time to shop around. Consider buying a fixer-upper. Lower your expectations, and plan to stay in your home at least 3 to 5 years.

State Of The Nation’s Housing

By | July 2nd, 2001|

According to a newly-released report, housing prices are going up, as are the numbers of homeowners. The supply of new housing, for purchase and for lease, isn't keeping up with demand. In the past few weeks, many economists have said they can't believe how fast the demand for housing is growing.

Real Estate Agents Tend To Own Homes

By | June 18th, 2001|

The National Association of Realtors released a study that provides demographic information on its members. Real estate agents tend to be female and to own their own homes. Today's real estate agents tend to have more experience than in the past. Learn more about who is a typical real estate agent.

Is The Market Finally Slowing Down?

By | June 4th, 2001|

Is it summer, or is the market finally slowing down? The no longer one-sided market has some stark implications from home buyers and sellers. Learn what buyers and sellers should be aware of in a housing market that seems to be losing steam.

Making The Most Of Memorial Day And Other Holidays

By | May 14th, 2001|

Times have really changed. Holiday weekends like Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas and Easter were once considered off-limits for home buyers and sellers. It was difficult to find agents who were willing to work on those days, since they were convinced that home buyers were busy celebrating with friends and family. Today, there are few days off in the real estate business.

Personal Finances: Preparing To Buy A Home

By | April 23rd, 2001|

Potential home buyers need to get their personal finances in order when preparing to buy a home. To get their personal finances into home-buying shape, potential home buyers need to save money and pay bills on time. If your personal finances are not in order, it will be more difficult to buy a home.

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