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70What Your Realtor Can't Tell You
by Elle MacKenna
Realtors can offer buyers a considerable amount of consolidated information but there are certain things that they simply cannot discuss with clients. Fair Housing laws define the role of a real estate agent as matching buyers with properties, not filtering information about local demographics. Find out where to get the facts... published 18 months ago
86Sell Solar Power Into Your Grid and Make Money
by Elle MacKenna
A recent New York Times article blasted solar energy systems as making “no economic sense.” The truth: solar photovoltaic systems aren’t cheap but they do payback. Sales of solar photovoltaic systems have been rising up to 50% annually in some states and it’s not just environmental do-gooders who are investing in the renewable energy. For many homeowners, solar energy is about dollars and cents. published 18 months ago
85Inexpensive Storage Ideas
by Elle MacKenna
There are many ways to make effective storage without breaking the budget. With some planning, a little creativity and today’s endless supply of affordable products you can get organized and make use... published 13 months ago
80Is Biodiesel Economical?
by Elle MacKenna
There has been a significant increase in the amount of biodiesel sold in the United States over the past decade from 500,000 gallons in 1999 to 250 million gallons in 2006, according to the National Biodiesel Board. The trend is driven by increasing concerns over oil dependence and growing awareness of environmental issues but is biodiesel economical? published 18 months ago
74Tips for Buyers in a Soft Real Estate Market
by Elle MacKenna
A drop in existing home sales at the end of 2006 marked a decline not seen for over two decades. For sellers, this is not good news and means there is more supply than demand. However, the sun is starting to shine on savvy buyers who’ve waited patiently for the right time to invest. published 2 years ago
72Hiring a Buyer Agent
by Elle MacKenna
The internet is providing home buyers with easy access to property listings but it can be tricky to navigate the real estate process when it comes time to purchase. The best way to safeguard your investment and ensure that your best interests are protected is to hire a buyer agent. published 18 months ago
76A Guide to Selling Your Home Yourself - RedFin, FSBO and More
by Elle MacKenna
If you are willing to do the legwork, there’s no reason you can’t sell your home yourself. Plus, the past decade has seen a rise in the number of limited service brokers and real estate marketing companies offering flat fee services to do-it-yourself sellers. Get informed about the FSBO resources available... read more published 2 years ago
73Homethinking.com: Ranking Real Estate Agents
by Elle MacKenna
Imagine if you could find reviews of your real estate agent online? That’s the idea behind Homethinking.com, a website aimed at helping home buyers and sellers find top agents. It’s a great idea but since its launch in late 2005, Homethinking.com has yet to reach its potential as a useful resource for consumers. published 18 months ago
73Does Zillow Overestimate?
by Elle MacKenna
Zillow is great, but not for the reasons you might think. Zillow is a valuable online tool that allows visitors to peruse home values nationwide. Does Zillow overestimate? Yes. Can you use it anyway? You bet. Read more… published 2 years ago
80How the Home Energy Rating System (HERS) Can Lower Your Energy Bills
by Elle MacKenna
An energy efficient home provides lifelong savings. Unfortunately, most homes in the United States are not operating at their maximum energy performance. One of the best ways to improve your home's energy efficiency and lower your energy bills is with a professional home energy rating...here's how published 18 months ago
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