Monthly Archives: January 2017

Read more about the article Neighborhood Features to Look for if You’re Starting a Family
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Neighborhood Features to Look for if You’re Starting a Family

An area targeted to young professionals will differ greatly from a family-friendly neighborhood. For example, that locale with all of the bars and nightlife that you loved when you were not parents becomes less important when you have children. That’s when it’s critical to seek out an area with the ideal school district, low crime…

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January 30, 2017
Read more about the article Five Plumbing Problems to Look Out for When Buying a House
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Five Plumbing Problems to Look Out for When Buying a House

When searching for a new home, aggravating plumbing problems often can be overlooked. While some plumbing flaws can be an easy fix, others can lead to serious damage and major financial woes if they aren’t addressed. Before signing on that dotted line, Redfin offers five issues to look for that could be lurking behind the walls. Aging water…

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January 23, 2017
Read more about the article Buyers Willing to Trade Square Footage for Amenities
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Buyers Willing to Trade Square Footage for Amenities

The average size of new homes built in 2016 was 2,634 square feet compared with 2,689 square feet the previous year, per recent U.S. Census Bureau data. This shows that the home-building industry is preparing for the coming wave of first-time buyers, according to newly released research and survey results from the National Association of…

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January 17, 2017
Read more about the article Five Steps to Take Now If You Hope to Buy a Home in 2017
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Five Steps to Take Now If You Hope to Buy a Home in 2017

Have you vowed to buy a home this year? It’s time to get moving! Even if you’re months away from hiring an agent and touring homes, there are some steps you can take now to make that dream happen. Here, Realtor.com offers some preparatory actions that will help ensure a seamless transaction, both financially and mentally.…

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January 9, 2017
Read more about the article Planning for Retirement by Investing in Real Estate
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Planning for Retirement by Investing in Real Estate

Your retirement may be a long way off, but if you’ve yet to start planning, you could find yourself in a financial bind. According to Realty Biz News, multiple streams of income are important if you’re seeking to retire comfortably. One of the top ways to produce a steady income throughout your golden years? Real…

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January 3, 2017