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Why You Have To Maintain Your Home
Posted November 16, 2011 by Alan F Macdonald
Do I have to maintain my home? I mean I’m not going to be there long, so what difference does it make? Perhaps no one really says this, but many people think it. So why do you have to maintain your home? Well, as with most things in life, it’s mostly about money – both yours [...]
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The No. 1 Best Time To Sell Your Home
Posted November 8, 2011 by Alan F Macdonald
Many people ask about the best time to sell a home. The answer is simple: When you’re ready. For the most part, it’s the right answer. Because the real estate market is so variable, you can’t know exactly when you’ll be able to get the most you can for your home. And, although there are [...]
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4 Key Differences Between Homeowners And Real Estate Investors
Posted November 1, 2011 by Alan F Macdonald
So you want to be a landlord? Even if you already own your own home, there’s a big difference between living in your own place and renting a home out to someone else. In fact, homeowners and investors differ in a number of ways when it comes to owning real estate. Not living in the [...]
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What To Look For When Shopping For A Home
Posted October 25, 2011 by Alan F Macdonald
Whether to buy a given house shouldn’t be determined by wall color, the appliances, or a cracked sidewalk – although you might be surprised how often things that are easily fixed become a deciding factor. But if you put issues that can be changed aside, you will be able to focus your house hunting on [...]
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The most unobservant person becomes an eagle-eyed sleuth when it comes to homebuying. You may have gotten used to your home’s quirks and inconveniences, but a potential buyer will not be as forgiving. Similarly, while unfinis...