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2011
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Over the last few years shortsales and foreclosures have flooded the market. There are huge bargains to be found when looking through them, but which is better for the bargain hunters? It largely depends on the buyer's situation and requirements, especially in terms of how fast they need the new ...
06/29/2011
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About 50% of property managers have seen an increase in applicants moving to rental units from foreclosed properties. However, foreclosed home owners may not find such great deals in the rental market. Vacancies are shrinking and rent is rising, which could cause problems with people finding affo...
06/29/2011
In 2010, Habitat for Humanity ranked as the one of the nation's largest builders, constructing nearly 4,600 new homes nationwide. The group also fixed up and resold more than 1,400 homes. They have been building homes for low income families for some time now, and many people did not know they al...
06/27/2011
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Most people do! So it's safe to assume that they do the same when looking at your home. Whether your selling or just want your home to appear as put together as you are (or give off that illusion!), having a nicely manicured entrance and yard is key. There are definitely steps to creating a great...
06/27/2011
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Fort Collins has been rated as one of the top places to live by Money Magazine numerous times over the past 6 years. Why? The people, the food (and beer!), the community, the school, the bike friendly nature, and of course the proximity to the mountains and the Poudre River. Not to mention the lo...
06/21/2011
Approximately 15% of sellers make decisions based on an agent's commission rate, and another 5% to 10% are willing to pay full commission to get the best service. But how do they know they are getting the best service and the benefits that come with it? To put it simply, you have to show them. A ...
06/21/2011
According to a survey, 75% of American's still think home ownership is a great investment. Many of them believe that owning a home is the best long-term investment they can make and is worth the risk of ups and downs in the housing market. The survey also found that optimism about home ownership ...
06/13/2011
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Foreclosures are causing even more headache for people who work jobs that require federal security clearances. Many of those positions require that any mortgage defaults be reported to the company. Between 2006 and 2010, approximately 70 security appeals involving foreclosures and other distress ...
06/10/2011
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With all of the investors currently out there, will there be enough homes for sale to meet demand? Here in Fort Collins and Loveland, it is basically a seller's market these days. Over the next decade, 16 million new housing unites will be needed nationally to meet growth and shifting demands. Wh...
06/10/2011
