Archive for December, 2009:

Tips for Finding the Perfect Neighborhood

Written on December 5th, 2009 by CapeDebno shouts

The neighborhood you choose can have a big impact on your lifestyle—safety, available amenities, and convenience all play their part. Make a list of the activities—movies, health club, church—you engage [...]

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Your Property Wish List

Written on December 5th, 2009 by CapeDebno shouts

While your opinions on the type of home you want to own may change during the homebuying process, use this easy checklist to help you prioritize and make the shopping [...]

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5 Factors That Decide Your Credit Score

Written on December 5th, 2009 by CapeDebno shouts

Credit scores range between 200 and 800. Scores above 620 are considered desirable for obtaining a mortgage. These factors will affect your score. Your payment history. Whether you paid credit [...]

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8 Steps to Getting Your Finances in Order

Written on December 5th, 2009 by CapeDebno shouts

1. Develop a family budget. Instead of budgeting what you’d like to spend, use receipts to create a budget for what you actually spent over the last six months. One [...]

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6 Items to Have on Hand for the New Owners

Written on December 5th, 2009 by CapeDebno shouts

Owner’s manuals for items left in the house. Warranties for any items left in the house. A list of local service providers—the best dry cleaner, yard service, etc. Garage door [...]

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Moving Tips for Sellers

Written on December 5th, 2009 by CapeDebno shouts

1. Give your forwarding address to the post office, usually two to four weeks ahead of the move. 2. Notify your credit card companies, magazine subscriptions, and bank of the [...]

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What You’ll Net at Closing

Written on December 5th, 2009 by CapeDebno shouts

To find out how much money you’ll net from your house, add up your closing costs and subtract them from the sale price of the house. Closing Costs for Sellers [...]

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10 Ways to Make Your Home Irresistible at an Open House

Written on December 5th, 2009 by CapeDebno shouts

Put fresh or silk flowers in principal rooms for a touch of color. Add a new shower curtain, fresh towels, and new guest soaps to every bath. Set out potpourri [...]

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7 Steps to Preparing for an Open House

Written on December 5th, 2009 by CapeDebno shouts

Hire a cleaning service. A spotlessly clean home is essential; dirt will turn off a prospect faster than anything. Mow your lawn, and be sure toys and yard equipment are [...]

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5 Ways to Speed Up Your Sale

Written on December 5th, 2009 by CapeDebno shouts

1. Price it right. Set a price at the lower end of your property’s realistic price range. 2. Get your house market-ready for at least two weeks before you begin [...]

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10 Ways to Make Your House More Salable

Written on December 5th, 2009 by CapeDebno shouts

Get rid of clutter. Throw out or file stacks of newspapers and magazines. Pack away most of your small decorative items. Store out-of-season clothing to make closets seem roomier. Clean [...]

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Tips for Holding a Yard Sale

Written on December 5th, 2009 by CapeDebno shouts

Hold a yard sale to reduce the clutter in your home and get rid of items you don’t want to move. 1. Check with your city government to see if [...]

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5 Things to Do Before You Sell

Written on December 5th, 2009 by CapeDebno shouts

1. Get estimates from a reliable repairperson on items that need to be replaced soon, such as a roof or worn carpeting, for example. In this way, buyers will have [...]

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20 Low-Cost Ways to Spruce Up Your Home

Written on December 5th, 2009 by CapeDebno shouts

Make your home more appealing for potential buyers with these quick and easy tips. 1. Trim bushes so they don’t block windows and cut down on light. 2. Buy a [...]

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