How to Sell Your Home Fast? Curb Appeal!! continued…

Reported by Debra Douglas

Now that you (and/or your friends) have made your list and plan of attack. You are prepared to increase your curb appeal from “I don’t’ think so” to “Honey, stop the car!” Remember you do not have to spend a lot of money if you have a tight rehab budget, but these simple tips can help bring you a quicker sale and at top dollar to sell your home fast! read more

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How to Sell Your Home Fast? Curb Appeal!!

Reported by Debra Douglas

With so many homes for buyers to choose from, curb appeal and first impressions are more important than ever! Since most home buyers decide whether or not to look inside a house or take it seriously based on curb appeal, you want to make sure they WANT to come inside. By spending time working on the exterior appearance, you can increase your chance of them stepping across the threshold. read more

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Ringing in the New Year with Lower Interest Rates?

Reported by Debra Douglas

The Sacramento Business Journal published an article on January 7, 2011 that we thought we should share. I have been hearing reports that rates are up, rates are down…
Freddie Mac reported that interest rates moved higher the last week or 2010, but dropped sharply during the first week or 2011. As of January 6, the average 30-year fixed rate mortgage is 4.77% and a 15-year fixed-rate averages 4.13%. However, the long-term mortgage rates have increased. read more

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Home Warranty’s True Value

Don’t let yourself be terribly impressed or comforted by the fact that a seller is offering a fully paid warranty on the home and its appliances. Certainly, having the warranty beats not having it, but don’t let a $400 warranty sway your decision. A seller-paid warranty promises repair or replacement of covered systems during your first year in the home. They typically cover heating, cooling, and electrical systems plus major built-in appliances such as the range, dishwasher, and refrigerator. If something breaks due to normal wear-and-tear during the first year, you simply call their toll-free number to arrange for service and pay a fee of about $50 for the visit. read more

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What Are Lead-Based Paint Hazards – Part 1

If the home you’re buying was built before 1978, you have certain rights concerning lead-based paint and lead poisoning hazards. For starters, the home seller, or her real estate agent must provide you with the EPA pamphlet entitled “Protect Your Family from Lead in Your Home,” or other EPA-approved hazard information.
If the home you’re buying was built before 1978, you have certain rights concerning lead-based paint and lead poisoning hazards. For starters, the home seller, or her real estate agent must provide you with the EPA pamphlet entitled “Protect Your Family from Lead in Your Home,” or other EPA-approved hazard information.
If the home you’re buying was built before 1978, you have certain rights concerning lead-based paint and

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Selling Properties Training Webinar with JD Esajian

This Thursday at 9:00 PM Eastern, JD Esajian will be teaching a training webinar on “Controlling the Closing Process – How to Sell Properties Quickly in Today’s Market.” A lot of Real Estate Investors struggle with this side of the business so that is why it is so important for you to join us on [...]

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Selling Properties Training Webinar with JD Esajian

This Thursday at 9:00 PM Eastern, JD Esajian will be teaching a training webinar on “Controlling the Closing Process – How to Sell Properties Quickly in Today’s Market.” A lot of Real Estate Investors struggle with this side of the business so that is why it is so important for you to join us on read more

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