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How Property Values are Determined

Over the past decade, homeowners have enjoyed skyrocketing home values. At the same time, buyers have been struggling to find reasonable digs at affordable prices. High or low, how are property values determined? Read more…

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Does Solar Make Sense for Your House?

Mention solar energy and many people cringe at the thought of the aesthetics, but solar design has come a long way. Technology and implementation are constantly advancing creating new ways to capture this renewable energy. The truth is solar energy is a consideration for every home, no matter where you live. The question is really what kind of solar is right for you?

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Tips for Sellers in a Soft Real Estate Market

The real estate market is not crashing. It’s following some predictable economic patterns of correction. This year’s market is getting better for buyers but sellers are still in the game. Get informed, get your home prepared and make the most of it.

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Choosing the Right Seller Agent

You’ve made the decision to sell and want to use a real estate agent to get the most out of your investment. Now what? Your agent will be your representative, your advocate and your key to a successful transaction so don’t hire a seller agent, hire the right seller agent. Here’s how…

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What Your Realtor Can't Tell You

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...

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Hiring a Buyer Agent

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.

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Does Zillow Overestimate?

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…

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EcoBrokers: Realtors with Green Designation

The green building industry is experiencing incredible growth and the next five years are expected to bring even more. Real estate professionals are keeping up with new green designations that signify their...

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How to Save on Real Estate Commissions

Homeowners aren’t always aware that the real estate commission rate is an adjustable factor in the terms of their contract. When considering a selling agreement, homeowners should look to negotiate commission rates as a way to retain the equity in their home. Here's how...

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Homethinking.com: Ranking Real Estate Agents

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.

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