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The first official guide from NAR to guide consumers through the home selling process! The NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® Guide to Home Selling outlines the process of selling a home. It presents a variety of issues for home owners to consider when deciding to sell their home, and provides co...
03/01/2009
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Curb Appeal Checklist Check the home from the roof line down. o Is the roof free and clear from obstructions and moss? o Are the gutters clear and neatly hung? o Are the windows clean and free from obstructions ...
02/27/2009
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Rent-to-Own Deals: Smart Questions to Ask... For Sellers: Who will tend to the property and pay for routine maintenance?Who pays for major repairs?What are the costs of setting up and managing an escrow account for the portion of rent allotted to the down payment?Will you manage the property your...
02/26/2009
The NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® Code of Ethics:What Does it Mean for Consumers?How does the Code of Ethics affect everyday real estate practices? If a REALTOR® represents you, whether you are buying or selling a home, you can count on that REALTOR® to:1. Be honest with all parties in the tr...
02/25/2009
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Tip #7 Interior Photos That Include Windows It is important to minimize the light coming from a window. Your cameras light sensor will adjust itself to that large light source which will cause the rest of the photo to be underexposed. Close the blinds or drapes if you can. A GREAT TRICK TO KNOW ...
02/24/2009
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Housing prices will hit bottom in the fourth quarter of 2009, predicts Moody's Economy.com in a new report."Despite the darkening national economic outlook and the weak conditions in the housing market, some positive signs give hope that a bottom in the housing market is coming into view," the re...
02/23/2009
Premium Service for a discount flat fee. Let us put the power of the MLS to work for you. We also offer alternative methods to selling your property. With Avar Realty you have options to greatly improve the chances of getting the highest price in the least amount of time! Compare our services to...
02/21/2009
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Home Staging Checklist Remove all clutter from the house. Are counter tops free and clear? Have you removed unnecessary furniture throughout the house? Remove the art gallery and coupon collection from the refrigerator Check the bathrooms. Are the surfaces clean and clear? Are shower curtains an...
02/20/2009
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Back down to the (new) normal After January's jump, sales dropped down to the second lowest level since at least Jan 2005 when I started these stats. December is usually the slowest month in Marshall County but looking at Madison county sales it appears January is typically the slowest month of t...
02/18/2009
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Your Buyer Interview Questions Ask questions about what they're looking for and what type of homes they've seen. Are you planning on buying within the next month or two? Have you applied for a mortgage? If they have not applied for a mortgage suggest a mortgage broker or explain that they will n...
02/18/2009