Homeowners in Norman, Oklahoma like their homes to work harder (and smarter!) for every hard-earned dollar they spend on maintenance and improvement. They're no longer looking for bigger spaces; instead, they want flexible, efficient spaces that create order. They're also looking for ways to pres
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07/15/2011
If you are buying or selling a home in the Norman, Oklahoma area, you need to hire a realtor. Perhaps you plan on selling your home yourself, but do you know the ins and outs of marketing a home? Do you know how to negotiate a contract of sale? There are plenty of other ways in which a realtor ca
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06/27/2011
Before you open your Norman-area home for showings, you'll want to take a tour through the house to inspect if for repair needs, safety hazards, and areas that need cleaning. You'll also want to ensure that you and your possessions are protected. Preparing your Norman, Oklahoma-area home for sho
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06/17/2011
With mortgage interest rates lower than they have been in a long time, many homeowners in the Norman, Oklahoma area, and elsewhere, are trying to determine if now would be a good time to refinance. If you are a home owner considering this option, you need to think long-term when you refinance you
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06/10/2011
What is the best method for deciding where to live? It's about the place, people, activities and what goes on in the neighborhood. How do you find the best spot for your family? Here are some things that might sway where you choose live. Education: There's not just one type of school anymore.
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05/30/2011
Should my policy cover tornadoes? The short answer is yes. If you own a home, you should have an insurance policy to cover the dwelling and its contents. Have you reviewed the policy lately? If not, read the preparation points suggested by the Insurance Information Institue. The Insurance Informa
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05/23/2011
Interest rates are lower than ever, Edmond homes more affordable than in the past 35 years, and the monthly gross income allocated for the mortgage payment is at around 17%, so what's the roadblock for buyers? Access to credit and higher down payments! Though homes are selling in this buyers' mar
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05/16/2011
If you are in the market for a house in or near Oklahoma City, start shopping today! Great news was released on another drop in mortgage rates. Realty Times reports that the first week in May, Freddic Mac is letting you know mortgage rates are traveling down. Freddie's Primary Mortgage Market Sur
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05/09/2011
You know your credit is top-notch, your money owed is small and you can easily afford that Edmond home you've been eyeing. Well at least you think all this is true. Wham - you are rejected for the home loan. You are left scratching your head and wondering what the heck is going on. Well, mortgage
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05/06/2011
When planning to buy a home, you understand that a home inspection will happen. As a buyer, you should ask yourself: What does this mean for me? What's covered under the inspection? If a problem is discovered immediately, how is that addressed? If later, who is responsible? Let's review some gene
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05/02/2011
