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The benefits of owning a second home are numerous, particularly if used as a family retreat. The relaxation and recreation that a getaway provides cannot be put into monetary terms. But many second homes are used as income-producing investments and the rent derived from them can serve to defray t...
04/09/2010
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Just published the latest issue. To see what's inside go to http://bowdensbeat.typepad.com/bowdens_beat/inside-this-edition.html. For a synopsis of current conditions, housing and economic, go to Bowden's Market Barometer website and click on "Current Climate."
04/08/2010
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How about that Duke! Persevering to beat Butler 61-59 to become the NCAA basketball champions in a benchmark game – at no point in the final competition did either team have more than a six point lead. The private university’s persistence to succeed personifies the spirit of the Raleigh/Durham/...
04/07/2010
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Retiree migration to affordable environments has been a rite of passage for decades. Many things are factored into the decision to relocate including weather, housing costs, taxes, and the availability and quality of healthcare. Just seven states have no state income tax: (Read More)
04/05/2010
According to a just released National Association of RealtorsÒ (NAR) Investment and Vacation Home Buyers Survey, sales of vacation homes increased 7.9% in 2009 compared to 2008 and market share rose to 10% from 9%. In comparison, (read more . . .)
04/02/2010
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According to a variety of resources, 80 is now defined as the point at which “old age” sets in, making a case for the continuation of active adult community development that accommodates various and diverse levels of living and associated activities and programming. While most senior households...
04/01/2010
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South Carolina's Grand Strand has been, for decades, a mecca for tourists, second homeowners, and retirees seeking a sublime escape. Stretching from Cape Fear, North Carolina to Georgetown, South Carolina, it consists of more than 60 miles of essentially uninterrupted Atlantic Coast beachfront. B...
03/31/2010
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Colorful, vibrant, miles of pristine beaches, crystalline bodies of water, and an abundance of resorts come to mind when we think of Mexico. In recent years, it has evolved into a safe haven for real estate investment, offering attractive home ownership opportunities in an environment that is und...
03/29/2010
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If you're interested in finding "americanized" expatriot communities for your clients, consider looking into Estrella Del Mar in Mazatlan, Mexico. Click Here to go to PCNewswire for some insight.
03/29/2010
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