http://www.articles-live.com en-us http://www.articles-live.com N/A mail@articles-live.com Thu, 28 Aug 2008 20:44:25 -0500 20 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1992/1/10-Unusual-Dog-Breeds-to-Consider-if-You%26%2339%3Bre-Flipping-Your-Home If you're into houses for fun and profit, but also want a dog to live with you in the house that you're looking to sell quickly, you might want to consider dogs that are less likely to leave clumps of hair that require constant vacuuming and the application of delinting brushes. articles@sandiegorealestatebuzz.com (Josh Sloan) Thu, 28 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1991/1/How-to-be-a-Prime-Mover Usually the last things out of the old house are the first things you need in the new house; this means moving house should be easy, right? Wrong! Chaos reigns on moving day because most of us are more worried about the 'moving-out' side of it and devote our energy to leaving the old home sparkling for the new owners. We do this, even though most of us have to return to work almost as soon as we are moved in, and we know that the more efficient the move is, the better it is for us. articles@utahpropertyfinder.com (Christian Jacobsen) Thu, 28 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1990/1/Fun-Retirements-in-Florida%26%2339%3Bs-55-Plus-Communities In just a few short years and for the first time ever, a very large proportion of the North American population will all be over 55 years old. The figure is quoted as high as 85 million by 2014. The face of consumerism will be markedly changed as markets tap into the profits to be made from the 'silver' dollar. articles@tedsoldit.com (Ted Guarnero) Wed, 27 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1985/1/Controlling-Condo-Cash-Crashes Very few investments are safe at the moment, perhaps there should be a Board and Members discussion about the HOA's funds. In the HOA mandate regarding the investment of reserve HOA funds, the wording of the investment policy may not be appropriate for these days of price hikes and an unstable economy. articles@jerryclifford.com (Jerry Clifford) Tue, 26 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1983/1/The-Care-and-Feeding-of-the-Compound-Bow The key to having a successful hunt is to have a well-maintained bow. You don't want something to snap or break while you're drawing back at that 12 point buck. The first thing you should do before you head out to articles@realestatewebmasters.com (RE Writer) Tue, 26 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1982/1/Golf-Course-Living-in-Charleston%2C-SC With at least one golf course in 12 of the 16 Charleston areas, this historic port city has a lot to offer golfers. Learn more! lee_keadle@yahoo.com (Lee Keadle) Tue, 26 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1981/1/Tips-for-Buying-New-Construction-Homes Considering a new construction home? Ive included tips from my experience as a Realtor in the Charleston, SC area! lee_keadle@yahoo.com (Lee Keadle) Tue, 26 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1980/1/Buying-Homes-Pre-Construction Buying homes before theyre built can be great investments, but its important to know the pros and cons before you buy pre-construction homes! lee_keadle@yahoo.com (Lee Keadle) Tue, 26 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1979/1/Water-in-the-Home%3A-How-to-Find%2C-Fix%2C-and-Clean-Water-Damage Arg! There are few disasters that can occur in the home that are more heinous and hard to deal with than water damage. It can sneak up on you or hit you suddenly. No matter how it strikes, it's a tough one to clean up after and the damage can be subtle and long lasting. affinitie@gmail.com (Joe Cline) Tue, 26 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1978/1/How-to-Handle-Electricity-and-When-to-Call-in-the-Pros There is a reason you call the electrician every time something goes wrong with your electricity - not many people, you included, like playing around with wires. There are too many opportunities to electrocute yourself, start a small fire or do similar damage to you and everyone around you. However, you dont want to be too hasty in calling for help, particularly since each visit comes with a bill that, in this economy, isnt always something you can afford. affinitie@gmail.com (Joe Cline) Tue, 26 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1977/1/Condo-Hotel-Ownership-at-Teton-Mountain-Lodge-in-Jackson-Hole The article describes condo-hotel ownership in the Teton Mountain Lodge in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. caroline@tetonvillagerealty.com (Caroline Kelm) Mon, 25 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1976/1/Senior-Real-Estate-Specialists%3A-Helping-Seniors-Enter-the-Market While selling a home can be stressful for people of any age, it is a particularly difficult experience for older sellers. They may have lived in the neighborhood for many years and raised their family in the home. There are many years of memories to pack up and leave behind, which can lead to a great deal of sadness and anxiety about the future. articles@propertyinsantacruz.com (Gregg Camp) Mon, 25 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1975/1/From-the-Frat-House-to-Your-First-House%3A-The-ABC%26%2339%3Bs-of-Decorating-like-an-Adult It's surprising how chic a frame can make a Night of the Living Dead poster look, but try to wean yourself off of these as well. You don't want to feel like you're depriving yourself of your favorite things, so to start off, keep your posters and wacky collectible photos, but frame them and hang them up straight. articles@propertyinsantacruz.com (Gregg Camp) Mon, 25 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1974/1/De-Stress-by-Design You want the rooms in your home to make you feel relaxed, which is very difficult in a cluttered, confined space. Give yourself some breathing room by maintaining plenty of open space, and getting rid of excess knick-knacks and photos. Removing the clutter will not only free up physical space, but will reduce the amount of visual clutter as well. articles@propertyinsantacruz.com (Gregg Camp) Mon, 25 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1973/1/How-to-Avoid-the-Buyers%26%2339%3B-Market-Blues A real estate agent can help with pricing your home. He will look at recent sales in the area and see what comparable properties are actually selling for. He will then present this information to you, and advise you about how to proceed. articles@propertyinsantacruz.com (Gregg Camp) Mon, 25 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1972/1/Who-are-the-People-in-Your-Neighborhood%3F So this could be the impetus behind a website called "Rotten Neighbor" a new forum for people who want to publicly shame their bad neighbors. The site allows people to anonymously post comments about their bad neighbors and even provides a satellite view of the offending neighbor's house and a map to their front door. articles@richardsonrealtygroup.com (Joseph Richardson) Mon, 25 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1971/1/Your-Own-Piece-of-Virtual-Real-Estate Blogs, social networking sites and professional networks all present uniquely valuable marketing opportunities that can help you bring in leads. There are literally hundred of options out there and they all have their own merits. Ask for recommendations from your colleagues if you're not sure where to begin or just go online and poke around. Not sure what type of sites to join? articles@richardsonrealtygroup.com (Joseph Richardson) Mon, 25 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1969/1/Women-Are-Buying-Homes-For-Themselves Did you know that women who live alone are more likely to own their homes than single men? It's true, statistics show that women are the second largest home-buying force next to couples, and the percentage of female homeowners is growing. So how are women buyer's needs different, and what special challenges might home ownership present to them? articles@phoenix-valley-real-estate.com (Anne Eliason) Fri, 22 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1968/1/Tips-For-New-Buyers So it's finally time to realize your dream of buying a home. This is a major step in your life, and your home will likely be your biggest asset ever. What's next, and how are you going to make the most of this new adventure? First-off, be sure to get pre-approved with a lend articles@phoenix-valley-real-estate.com (Anne Eliason) Fri, 22 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1965/1/Condo-Hotel-Ownership-at-Teton-Mountain-Lodge-in-Jackson-Hole The article describes condo-hotel ownership in the Teton Mountain Lodge in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. caroline@tetonvillagerealty.com (Caroline Kelm) Thu, 21 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1964/1/New-Condos-in-Mt.-Pleasant-SC As buyers agents, we get a lot of questions from home buyers about condos especially newer condos. So, weve included information for some of the most popular condos in Mount Pleasant, SC. lee_keadle@yahoo.com (Lee Keadle) Wed, 20 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1963/1/Take-Advantage-of-Market-Trends%21 Its a great time to buy real estate in Charleston right now. Four factors benefit home buyers in Charlestons real estate market. lee_keadle@yahoo.com (Lee Keadle) Wed, 20 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1962/1/Buying-and-Selling-in-Todays-Real-Estate-Market Learn how todays real estate market benefits two groups of buyers: first-time buyers, and buyers moving up. lee_keadle@yahoo.com (Lee Keadle) Wed, 20 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1958/1/When-the-Appearance-Can-Make-the-Sale In todays declining market, the importance of home appeal is becoming more and more apparent. So what can you do to make your home more appealing to buyers? articles@bellingham-realestate.net (Eric Badgely) Sun, 17 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1956/1/A-Buyers-Agent-Can-Save-You-Time-And-Money You search and search, viewing dozens of properties online, you call on ads from the newspaper and real estate magazines, yet you still havent found the right home. What are you missing? articles@bellingham-realestate.net (Eric Badgely) Sun, 17 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1955/1/Tiny-Home-For-a-Tiny-Planet It has been recently suggested in a national newspaper that we must all start to think 'tiny home for a tiny planet' - an interesting concept. However, it seems a very un-North American concept, given that we are all used to houses twice the size of, say, our European counterparts. articles@porchlightgroup.com (Carol Freyer) Fri, 15 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1953/1/Buying-a-home%3F-Think-of-ditching-the-car. We can't get away from the fact that high oil prices are going to seriously impact our ability to use cars for transportation. Buying a house in a walkable neighborhood will help you cut down on gas, improve your health and help your environment. If you're a cyclist, you can still afford to live in suburbs close to your place of work and necessary amenities. The bottom line is that the car as we know it is on its way out. Start thinking human-powered transportation. articles@marcimcfarland.com (Marci McFarland) Thu, 14 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1952/1/Capital-Gains-Tax-Loopholes-Shrinking. Seems the new 2008 housing bill was not a savior for all of us - like a scorpion there is a little kick in the tail! However, struggling home owners can breathe easy, the kick is not directed at them, in fact, it is aimed at real estate investors articles@porchlightgroup.com (Carol Freyer) Thu, 14 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1951/1/Jackson-Hole-Slopeside-Properties The article describes the different ski-in/ski-out real estate options next to the Jackson Hole Mountain Resort at Teton Village. caroline@tetonvillagerealty.com (Caroline Kelm) Thu, 14 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1946/1/The-Green-Home---AND-Yard. Another way to help the environment is by buying fruit trees. Trees emanate oxygen into the atmosphere, and so help to offset carbon emissions. Many buyers have been swayed into a house-sale by the fact that a garden already has fruit trees and an established vegetable patch on it. articles@porchlightgroup.com (Carol Freyer) Wed, 13 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1945/1/Avoiding-Foreclosure Sometimes foreclosure can be avoided! Don't give up hope before you've looked into all the options. articles@leecameronrealtor.com (Lee Cameron) Tue, 12 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1942/1/Mary%2C-Mary%2C-Quite-Contrary%2C-How-Does-Your-Garden-Grow%3F Youve dreamt of a giant lawn with lush, green grass for years, ever since you moved from your parents home to the small apartment that occupied your twenties. Now that you have a house, you have a yard. affinitie@gmail.com (Joe Cline) Mon, 11 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1941/1/Condo-Communities-in-Jackson-Hole The article describes the different condo communities in the Town of Jackson which are walking and biking distance from grocery stores and other necessities. caroline@tetonvillagerealty.com (Caroline Kelm) Mon, 11 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1938/1/Make-Your-Own-Bed-Canopy A canopy bed is a luxurious choice for the dedicated sleeper. However, you may already have a perfectly good bed. Also, canopies for your bed can be expensive and hard to find in the right color for your decorating scheme. The solution is, of course, to make your own bed canopy for a fraction of the cost of a bed and ready-made canopy. Also, you can pick whatever color you want! articles@realestatewebmasters.com (RE Writer) Mon, 11 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1937/1/6-Fitness-Purchases-for-the-Home You've already spent a significant amount on your home and your car, gas is costing more and you really don't want to spend 50 a month on a gym on top of all of this. So what's a health-conscious person to do? The answer is hie thee to your local fitness store articles@realestatewebmasters.com (RE Writer) Mon, 11 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1936/1/New-Condos-in-James-Island-SC As buyers agents in Charleston, SC, we get a lot of questions from home buyers looking for new condos. Learn about some of the most popular communities in James Island, SC! lee_keadle@yahoo.com (Lee Keadle) Mon, 11 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1935/1/Location-and-Affordability-in-Charleston-SC-Real-Estate Townhouses and condos are becoming a more popular option for home buyers in Charleston, SC who want a good location and affordability. lee_keadle@yahoo.com (Lee Keadle) Mon, 11 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1934/1/A-Good-Time-to-Buy-Real-Estate-in-Charleston-SC%21 Between having a lot of homes to choose from and taking advantage of low prices, the next few months are going to be a good time to buy real estate in Charleston, SC. Learn why! lee_keadle@yahoo.com (Lee Keadle) Mon, 11 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1933/1/What-You-Really-Need-to-Know-About-Real-Estate-Agents-Before-you-Sell But saving on the commission won't necessarily save you money. It's common for FSBO homes to sell for much less than it would cost for an agent. In fact, the National Association of Realtors estimates that the average FSBO home sells for 16% less than a Realtor or broker would sell it for. articles@richardsonrealtygroup.com (Joseph Richardson) Mon, 11 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1932/1/Do-You-Really-Want-a-Mortgage-at-Retirement-Age%3A-It-Can-Be-A-Bad-Idea When youve reached retirement age and are ready to kick back and take life easy, it's not a good move to put yourself in the stressful position of having to pay a mortgage. affinitie@gmail.com (Joe Cline) Mon, 11 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1931/1/Flood-Risk-Is-the-Number-One-Natural-Disaster%3A-Can-It-Happen-to-You%3F Regular homeowners insurance doesn't cover damage due to flooding which is a travesty because flooding is the number one natural disaster in the United States. affinitie@gmail.com (Joe Cline) Mon, 11 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1929/1/Is-Community-Living-Returning%3F Since World War 2 we have gradually become a more insular society, choosing more to separate ourselves from our community. For instance, we watch the ball game at home,or we choose to skip the movies and watch the videos in our own home theaters. Less of us grow (and share) our own vegetables. articles@palmgardensonline.com (Nelson Stewart) Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1928/1/Investing-in-Your-Child%26%2339%3Bs-Future There is still time to use your child's move to University as an investment opportunity for yourself. Searching the ads for an apartment for your child can be frustrating. The viewing usually consists of a bathroom, kitchen area and studio area that turns out to be no bigger than his or her entire bedroom at home! articles@previewnaples.com (Vk Melhado) Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1927/1/Growing-Orchids-For-Your-Home Few plants evoke more attention than an orchid; once so rare and costly, their exclusive reputation still renders them precious. Orchids in a living room immediately seem to lift the area into another dimension of luxury and ease of livi articles@previewnaples.com (Vk Melhado) Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1926/1/A-Sun-Burnt-Roof%21 Tiled roofs that need attention can often be spotted by close observation. Get up on the roof and look carefully for tiles with corners lifted, tiles slightly askew, curling edges or ones with a tear. If you see substantial damage, it is best to call in a roofing contractor. articles@welcomehomenevada.com (Mark Hostetler) Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1925/1/Energy-Off-The-Grid Well, there is a rush to go green, to be green and yet we all get stopped at the starting post trying to find 'green' contractors! While different states and the different levels of government are coming up with green grant incentives, we are still hunting around for information on how to choose a solar contractor. articles@welcomehomenevada.com (Mark Hostetler) Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1924/1/Secrets-to-Finding-the-Right-School-When-You%26%2339%3Bre-buying-a-Home There are so many things to take into consideration when you're buying a house. Will your furniture fit? Will your life fit? Is the foundation sound? But if you have children, finding a house near a school that's a good fit is probably the single most important consideration you have. articles@hartanovteam.com (Drew Hartanov) Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1923/1/Government-Causing-New-California-Rush%3F The California Rush could be happening all over again, if the Government gets its way. Why ? Because there will be a rush to buy that hassle-free house in California before the law interferes with the hassle-free part. There is the distinct possibility of a new law being pa Search San Clemente MLS listings and connect with industry-leading Orange County Real Estate Agents at www.HartanovTeam.com. articles@hartanovteam.com (Drew Hartanov) Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1922/1/What-Kids-Want-in-a-House What do kids want in a house? Surprise! It's not granite counter-tops or hardwood flooring, it's not even their own bedrooms or a den. From a child's point of view, a house can only be as good as the relationships it fosters. When parents go out of their way to make sure the new family home meets their kids' social needs, great things can happen. articles@hartanovteam.com (Drew Hartanov) Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1921/1/California-Has-The-Last-Laugh%21 In spite of all the disheartening reports we have heard singing the California real estate blues, this sunny state has finally turned a real corner! articles@hartanovteam.com (Drew Hartanov) Fri, 08 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1920/1/Golf-Communities-in-Jackson-Hole The article describes the five different golf communities in Jackson Hole and what each neighborhood has to offer. caroline@tetonvillagerealty.com (Caroline Kelm) Thu, 07 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1919/1/What-is-Required-in-a-Listing-Agreement%3F When an individual hires a real estate agent to sell his or her house, they enter into a written contract called a Listing Agreement. This agreement spells out the agents duties and responsibilities, and gives him or her the right to sell the property. blake@vanderhydelaw.com (Blake Vanderhyde) Thu, 07 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1918/1/Truth-in-Housing--Follow-the-Rules If you are going to buy or sell a property, one thing you should familiarize yourself with are the rules in your city or municipality that govern inspections. blake@vanderhydelaw.com (Blake Vanderhyde) Thu, 07 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1917/1/Smells-Don%26%2339%3Bt-Sell%21 So you finally have your house on the market. You have probably agonized for days over the first thing that your prospective buyer will see when he walks in the door of your home. Well now you can stop agonizing because a buyer will not 'see' anything first; in fact, the olfactory senses will be the quickest off the mark. articles@edkirkland.com (Karrie Rose) Wed, 06 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1916/1/Friends-and-Investment-Partnerships. The benefits are immediately acknowledged: rental cash flow (which is a method of letting the home pay for itself) and even appreciation in the value of your property. Sounds like a deal, and it IS a deal, but in case things do not pan out the way you are expecting - you must have a comprehensive agreement spelling the terms out. articles@edkirkland.com (Karrie Rose) Wed, 06 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1914/1/Buying-a-Foreclosed-Property%3A-What%26%2339%3Bs-Going-to-be-Left-Behind%3F Legal action against former homeowners are also difficult - if they didn't have the money to pay the mortgage, they probably don't have any to pay for court-ordered restitution. However, as the number of foreclosures skyrockets, home owners insurance companies are starting to get ruthless about prosecuting people who vandalize the houses they are forced to vacate. articles@realsourcebrokers.com (Joshua Keen) Tue, 05 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1913/1/Container-Gardening-for-the-Condo-Homesteader Evaluate your space before you purchase gardening supplies and plants. Some plants can do well in smaller containers, but need more sunlight. Some need larger containers, but can be grown with little sunlight. Herbs, for example, can be grown in small containers, but need at least 5, preferably more, hours of sunlight. Leafy greens, like lettuce, need less sunlight. articles@realsourcebrokers.com (Joshua Keen) Tue, 05 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1912/1/Extended-Coverage%3F-Get-a-Residential-Service-Contract%21 From the outside it may seem pristine, with a perfectly manicured walkway, lush green lawn, symmetrical yet inviting garden beds and blossoming young trees. From the inside, the same will appear to be true. affinitie@gmail.com (Joe Cline) Tue, 05 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1911/1/A-Decent-Tax-Deduction%3A-Getting-to-the-Point-on-Mortgage-Points Points are everywhere. Pencils have points; pins have points. Conversations have points. Points can be earned; points can be lost. Points can be counted; points can be made. And in real estate, points can be paid. affinitie@gmail.com (Joe Cline) Tue, 05 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1910/1/Tips-for-Making-Effective-Contingencies Buying real estate in the near future? Learn how to make effective contingencies in your offer so that you can have a solid contract while protecting yourself as a buyer. lee_keadle@yahoo.com (Lee Keadle) Tue, 05 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1909/1/Contingencies-in-a-Real-Estate-Contract Conditions are often worked into an offer to buy real estate in order to protect the buyer. Learn about some of the most common contingencies used in contracts and how these contingencies can help you in your next home purchase. lee_keadle@yahoo.com (Lee Keadle) Tue, 05 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1908/1/Which-Neighborhood-is-Right-for-You%3F Finding a neighborhood that is a good match for you can be very difficult, especially with so many homes on the market to choose from right now. So, weve come up with seven steps to help you find the right neighborhood! lee_keadle@yahoo.com (Lee Keadle) Tue, 05 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1906/1/Like-It-or-Not%2C-Buyers-Judge-a-House-by-Its-Appearance When you went in search of your new home, did you even briefly consider the structures that were dirty on the inside or out? affinitie@gmail.com (Joe Cline) Mon, 04 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1905/1/Green-Building-Projects-in-Jackson-Hole The article describes all of the green projects currently underway in and near Jackson Hole, Wyoming. caroline@tetonvillagerealty.com (Caroline Kelm) Mon, 04 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1904/1/Austin-Texas-Real-Estate%3A-A-Profile-of-the-Reserve-at-Hudson-Bend You and your family deserve the best. You work hard all day, every day. When you come home, you should do so knowing that your house is located in a luxurious neighborhood and has luxurious amenities that will pamper you affinitie@gmail.com (Joe Cline) Fri, 01 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1903/1/Real-Estate-Value-and-the-Profit-Margin Making money in real estate is a dream that millions of people have. Few will actually see that dream become a reality. affinitie@gmail.com (Joe Cline) Fri, 01 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1900/1/Happiness-Is-A-Home-You-Love The idea that our physical surroundings can actually have a great impact on our well being should come as no surprise. After all, I'm sure we've all experienced elation at seeing a wonderful home, something that just made you feel happy. Whether we are able to live there or not is another matter, but there is no denying that some homes make us feel good, and some just do not appeal to us at all. And each person's tastes differ. articles@previewnaples.com (Vk Melhado) Thu, 31 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1899/1/What%26%2339%3Bs-New-in-Naples%2C-FL. Twin Villas within Reflection Lakes offers a little more square footage for those who need it. But if floor space is what you need, you'll be glad to know that town homes aren't all there is in this community. There's a nice section of single family homes with square footage up to about 3,260. articles@previewnaples.com (Vk Melhado) Thu, 31 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1898/1/Charleston-SC-Property-Taxes Get property tax information for Charleston, SC! lee_keadle@yahoo.com (Lee Keadle) Wed, 30 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1896/1/Are-You-Ready-to-Move-Up%3F If youre considering moving up, we have some questions that may help you to make this very tough decision. lee_keadle@yahoo.com (Lee Keadle) Wed, 30 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1893/1/Finding-the-Right-Moving-Company Picking the right moving company can be an important - and overlooked - step when buying or selling your home. Follow these simple tips to take some of the heavy mental lifting out of your move. articles@leecameronrealtor.com (Lee Cameron) Mon, 28 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1892/1/Practical-Tips-to-Make-Moving-Easier If youre planning to move house in the near future, chances are youre already groaning at the thought of organizing a move. But dont worrymoving doesnt have to be a complete nightmare. Check out these practical tips and make your next move smooth and trouble-free. articles@tampahomes24-7.com (Calum MacKenzie) Sat, 26 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1891/1/Does-Staging-Your-Home-Really-Make-A-Difference%3F Are you having a difficult time selling your home in todays slow real estate market? In a sellers market when every home that sells in your neighborhood sells for money, there is no logical reason to spend the money on staging your home, because every house sells if it is priced decent. In this type of real estate market, just because you have a decent price tagged on your home may not be enough to attract an offer. articles@markzproperties.com (Mark Zawaideh) Fri, 25 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1890/1/How-to-Relax-at-the-Cabin So, you're heading out to the family cabin/cottage and you're on a mission to relax. First off, pat yourself on the back for taking some time to take care of you! And next, before you set off into the wild blue yonder, think about these approaches that'll help you truly gain that outdoor, away from the hustle and bustle relaxation that you so deserve. Because the fact is, although we all have the greatest intentions to kick back and relax on our holidays, it is not always and automatic occurrence. A little technique can go a long way in learning the discipline of relaxation. articles@realestatewebmasters.com (RE Writer) Fri, 25 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1889/1/Quick-Profits-with-a-Property-Tax-Sale Different resources appear for the savvy real estate investor and to take advantage of them is to make some serious profits. Each of the resources has a different time frame involved with it and as such you have to learn which ones will produce the fast money and which require patience. affinitie@gmail.com (Joe Cline) Fri, 25 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1888/1/Getting-and-Keeping-Your-House-in-Order Organization is, for most people, one of those lofty goals that everyone has but few accomplish. If they do accomplish it, the order is maintained for no more than a day, if that, and in the blink of an eye, chaos has crept back in. You know its true. affinitie@gmail.com (Joe Cline) Fri, 25 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1886/1/A-Strong-Foundation-for-a-Strong-Home Youve heard that you need a strong foundation to support the walls and floors that will come above it to create your home. And thats true. Without the proper start on the bottom, the top will be largely unsupported and dangerously unstable. affinitie@gmail.com (Joe Cline) Fri, 25 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1885/1/Don%26%2339%3Bt-Risk-Your-Children. Of course, smoking is the overall highest risk factor for home fires, but in the winter months, faulty heating equipment causes almost the same number of deaths. This means that home safety such as old wiring systems, drying clothes over an unprotected heater, unsafe gas fires, un-serviced clothes dryers, chimneys and wood fires could all represent danger. articles@utahpropertyfinder.com (Christian Jacobsen) Thu, 24 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1884/1/Hold-That-Paintbrush-Right-There.... Best time to paint is in the summer. Heck! - It is even pleasant out there wielding the old paintbrush; blue skies above and listening to the birdsong (get those earplugs out of your ears!). This time of the year there are no worries about damp levels of the atmosphere or frost or rain. However, it is not advisable to paint in direct sunlight, so chose your area according to the time of the day that the sun shines on it. articles@utahpropertyfinder.com (Christian Jacobsen) Thu, 24 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1883/1/10-Ideas-for-Saving-Up-a-Down-Payment-Through-Alternative-Income For many people, it is hard to come up with even 5% down to qualify for a better mortgage. One great way is to make a little money on the side and apply it to a high-yield savings account. Here are 10 ideas for generating more income:1. Get a second job. This won't work for everyone, articles@jerryclifford.com (Jerry Clifford) Thu, 24 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1882/1/Home-Purchasing%2C-Your-Credit%2C-and-Unpaid-Bills%2C-oh-my%21 Many people find themselves in the situation where they have a good job, maybe even a decent down payment, but their credit is, shall we say, less than stellar. The problem with getting a decent rate on a mortgage is that your credit rating is going to determine whether financial institutions are going to fall all over themselves to get your business or, in a financial sense, look at you like you're something unpleasant and offer you a mortgage with a ghastly amount of interest attached. articles@jerryclifford.com (Jerry Clifford) Thu, 24 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1881/1/The-Thrifty-Cabin%3A-How-to-Spruce-up-Your-Get-Away-on-a-Budget Again if you want to get artistic, you might consider sanding down, refinishing and painting some pieces. You can then create a color theme and tie all your furniture in together. Of course, if this seems like a lot of work to you, remember solid wood pieces of all kinds and styles will mesh together just fine. Wood has that cozy and alluring effect, and sometimes it's nice to have a variety of different looking pieces. articles@realestatewebmasters.com (RE Writer) Thu, 24 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1877/1/%26quot%3BNot-To-Be-Missed%26quot%3B-Western-Golf-Properties Vacation homes and investment properties consisted of 33-percent of the homes sold in the U.S. in 2007, and many of these included golf communities. There is something about looking out your window and enjoying a view of the back nine. Not to mention that more courses these days are being developed with minimal environmental impact this means more expansive views, wildlife and natural beauty at your doorstep. Of course, the bottom line advantage being, the greens are there ready and waiting; only a few steps from your door. articles@interprorealty.com (Lesa Parham) Wed, 23 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1875/1/Speak-Easy%3A-The-Importance-of-Communication-in-the-Real-Estate-Industry Glaring mistakes suggest that you don't care enough to get it right. Clients will view this as unprofessional and lazy, so either proofread your work yourself, or have someone else take a look at it before you send it. It only takes a moment, and it will help to present a polished appearance to your customers. articles@realsourcebrokers.com (Joshua Keen) Tue, 22 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1874/1/Cool-off-in-a-Natural-Swimming-Pool-This-Summer In a world where chemicals are used on almost every surface we touch, the thought of a chlorine-free pool may sound impossible. After all, we use chlorine and other chemicals to keep nature -out- of traditional swimming pools. These chemicals literally shock the water to keep it free of algae growth and insects. articles@realsourcebrokers.com (Joshua Keen) Tue, 22 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1873/1/How-To-Sell-Your-Home In spite of plans for a larger number of new homes to be constructed, the figure has been lowered. California has been estimated to need 230,000 new houses per year to keep up with the demographic demand. However, this year at the Builder's Conference it was announced that numbers are down, possibly as low as 72,000. articles@sandiegorealestatebuzz.com (Josh Sloan) Mon, 21 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1872/1/Great-Time-For-a-Chimney-Check%21 Think of all those energy bills that will soon be coming your way! They are bound to be more expensive than last year's bills, we all know that. Efficiency in the home heating arena is even more crucial now as the price of energy and food goes up and wages hover around in the same place! articles@sandiegorealestatebuzz.com (Josh Sloan) Mon, 21 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1871/1/Sprucing-Up-Your-Front-Yard. A boring front yard can be broken up by things other than flower borders and pathways to have some interest. A rock wall or a rock garden are easy to build; the rock garden being by far the cheaper and easiest of the two. It will be even cheaper if you make it a fun project to scour the water's edge and country-side for some of your smaller rocks! articles@sandiegorealestatebuzz.com (Josh Sloan) Mon, 21 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1870/1/The-Benefits-of-Building-Green The article describes all of the benefits of building green including providing a healthy place to live, protecting the planet and saving you money. caroline@tetonvillagerealty.com (Caroline Kelm) Mon, 21 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1869/1/Lakeway-TX-Community-Profile%3A-Lakeway-Clusters One of the most amazing aspects of Texas is the natural beauty that fills nearly every corner of the state. Various regions throughout it offer views of nothing but nature. Texas Hill Country is one of those regions, bursting with green, wildlife and colorful plants. affinitie@gmail.com (Joe Cline) Sat, 19 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1866/1/Austin-TX-Neighborhood%3A-Davenport-Ranch Davenport Ranch is an exclusive, upscale community, located in the Austin metro area. This beautiful neighborhood features several developments in various price ranges. affinitie@gmail.com (Joe Cline) Thu, 17 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1865/1/Why-Homebuyers-are-Looking-at-Commutes-and-Schools-When-Buying If you're buying property, you should be looking at schools and commutes before you buy. More homebuyers are basing their buying decisions not only on the actual property, but on the neighborhood where it is located. There's a very simple reason for this: the total cost of living in your home is not just about the total price of your home and mortgage. The cost of actually getting places from your home is also an important consideration, especially now, with gas prices rising. bdebell@bendebell.com (Benjamin DeBell) Wed, 16 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1864/1/Buying-a-Fixer-Upper%3F-Here%26%2339%3Bs-How-to-Transform-That-Home%2C-Even-if-You-are-Not-Handy Buying a fixer-upper home can mean thousands of dollars saved. A good home in need of some minor repairs in a good location is generally sold under market value. By providing some sweat equity and doing some of the work yourself, you can often save money by paying less in total than you would have paid on a move-in condition home in the same neighborhood. Even if you're not handy, there are many ways to transform your fixer-upper property without spending a lot of money: bdebell@bendebell.com (Benjamin DeBell) Wed, 16 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1863/1/Buying-Foreclosures-Vs.-Buying-Move-in-Condition-Properties--Which-is-the-Better-Deal%3F Many home buyers who want to get a great deal on a new property swear by foreclosures. These distressed properties are homes on which the previous owners have not paid the mortgage. As result of nonpayment, the homes are repossessed by the lenders, and these homes are eventually sold either by the banks or by government agencies. Because these homes have often been vacant for some time and because the homes sometimes only need to be sold for a fraction of their value to cover mortgage costs, these distressed homes are often sold at less than full market value. bdebell@bendebell.com (Benjamin DeBell) Wed, 16 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1862/1/Buying-a-Home-With-Bad-Credit%3A-Should-You-Try-it%3F If you have bad credit and are currently renting while considering buying a home, you're faced with a classic dilemma. On the one hand, buying now ensures that you start putting money towards an asset and towards equity. On the other hand, buying with bad credit can be risky. It means that your mortgage rate will be more expensive and until you get your finances in order, buying a home can be quite risky. You could wind up unable to pay for your home loan. bdebell@bendebell.com (Benjamin DeBell) Wed, 16 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1861/1/Buying-Tulsa-Real-Estate-Means-Investing-in-a-University-Town%3A-Here%26%2339%3Bs-Why-That%26%2339%3Bs-Good-for-Your-Wallet If you're buying in Tulsa, you're buying into a university town. Tulsa has two private universities: the University of Tulsa and Oral Roberts University. If you are not currently a student, you may not give the universities much thought, but there are many ways that Tulsa's universities may affect your property purchase: bdebell@bendebell.com (Benjamin DeBell) Wed, 16 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1860/1/Securing-Financing-For-Your-Real-Estate-Purchase If you want to make a large purchase such as a property purchase, you will need to secure financing. If you're new to real estate, securing a loan as large as a mortgage can seem pretty intimidating. However, there are several things you can do to help make the mortgage process a little bit easier: bdebell@bendebell.com (Benjamin DeBell) Wed, 16 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1859/1/Investing-in-Real-Estate%3F-Why-Residential-Properties-May-Trump-Business-Real-Estate The image of a real estate investor many people have is a landlord with many apartment buildings to his or her name, or a Donald Trump figure, with many hotel properties or commercial real estate under his or her belt. However, this stereotype only tells half the story. Many millionaire real estate investors are actually not moguls investing in business real estate, but ordinary people making large amounts of money by investing in residential properties. bdebell@bendebell.com (Benjamin DeBell) Wed, 16 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1858/1/The-Care-and-Feeding-of-Real-Estate-Agents%3A--How-to-Buy-Your-First-Home If you're buying a property, especially your first home, you will want to work with a qualified real estate agent. A good real estate agent can help you understand the market, can help you negotiate once you find a property you like, and can help you uncover properties you may not have considered. With a good real estate agent as your guide, it is possible to find the home you want at the price you want sooner than you imagined. bdebell@bendebell.com (Benjamin DeBell) Wed, 16 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1857/1/Top-Things-You-Will-Want-to-Do-Before-You-Move-Into-That-Home-You-Just-Bought You have signed the pile of paperwork, secured a mortgage, and have the signed deed. The real estate agent has plastered a sold sign in front of a house that will soon be yours. All that's left is packing your bags. Before you move into your new home, though, here are a few things that you need to do. bdebell@bendebell.com (Benjamin DeBell) Wed, 16 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1856/1/Why-Sellers-Should-Consider-Hiring-a-Home-Stager In todays market, sellers are increasingly using sophisticated marketing techniques including virtual home tours and incentive-to-buy gifts in order to attract homebuyers. Some sellers even resign themselves to accepting less than their desired asking price because of the state of the market today. The good news is that there is one marketing technique that can help you sell your home faster and for more money than you might expect. That technique is called home staging. bdebell@bendebell.com (Benjamin DeBell) Wed, 16 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1854/1/James-Island-SC-Real-Estate James Island continues to perform well in the local real estate market. Learn why this bedroom community of Charleston is still going strong! lee_keadle@yahoo.com (Lee Keadle) Tue, 15 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1853/1/Mount-Pleasant-SC-Real-Estate lee_keadle@yahoo.com (Lee Keadle) Tue, 15 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1852/1/The-Real-Estate-Contract You dont have to be an attorney or a real estate agent to appreciate the basic legal requirements of owning a home. Were going to explain the real estate contract using everyday language so that you can sign your contract with confidence! lee_keadle@yahoo.com (Lee Keadle) Tue, 15 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1851/1/The-Internet-and-Home-Buying There's no doubt about it, the internet is now an intrinsic part in the process of buying and selling homes. The majority of people looking to buy a home search the web for homes for sale in their desired area. Savvy buyers and sellers can compare stock from the comfort of their homes at any time of day or night. But when it comes time to actually buy, there's more to it than just clicking send. articles@welcomehomenevada.com (Mark Hostetler) Tue, 15 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1850/1/The-Many-Faces-of-Solar-Power Living in Nevada, the sun is an almost constant companion. This gives Nevadans a unique opportunity to use solar radiation powers for good. In April, a tour of southern Nevada homes shed some light on the subject of solar powered homes. Hosted by the American Solar Energy articles@welcomehomenevada.com (Mark Hostetler) Tue, 15 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1849/1/Mary%2C-Mary-Quite-Contrary%3A-How-Does-a-Seaside-Garden-Grow%3F%21%21 When you do begin planting, try not to plant everything at once. Experiment, and try some species to see how they adjust and grow. You'll start to get a good idea of what has potential to thrive in your soil and in your environment. In all cases, you'll always want to work with the elements and not against them. This is key to making your seaside landscaping a success. You really can't fight with the ocean... so "go with the flow" is a good rule for a seaside "green thumb". articles@tedsoldit.com (Ted Guarnero) Thu, 10 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1848/1/How-to-Effectively-and-Inexpensively-Stage-Your-Home The article describes several easy and inexpensive ways to stage a home on the inside and out, giving the house appeal to buyers while standing out among the competition. caroline@tetonvillagerealty.com (Caroline Kelm) Tue, 08 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1845/1/The-Good-and-the-Bad-of-the-Short-Sale Lenders benefit from short sales because they are able to avoid the foreclosure process, which is both costly and time consuming. They may also get more money from a short sale than they can at a foreclosure auction, and they don't have to worry about having a house sitting on their lap and losing value every day. articles@porchlightgroup.com (Carol Freyer) Mon, 07 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1843/1/Austin-Real-Estate%3A-Travis-Landing-Subdivision-In-Depth Imagine having your own park, with acres of land reserved just for you, your family and your neighbors. No strangers could wander through the grounds; no unknown dangers could lurk in the trees. Everyone and everything would be known to you. affinitie@gmail.com (Joe Cline) Mon, 07 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1842/1/REO%26%2339%3Bs-A-Go-Go Some of the risks involved with buying at a foreclosure auction can be avoided by waiting until after the auction to make an offer. Homes that don't sell at these auctions become classified as REO's, or Real Estate Owned. This means that the title has returned to the lender, and it is solely the bank that you will have to negotiate the purchase with. articles@porchlightgroup.com (Carol Freyer) Mon, 07 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1841/1/Lakeway-Homes-for-Sale%3A-A-Profile-of-Cardinal-Hills-in-Texas Some of the best neighborhoods begin as nothing more than dirt roads and vacant lots. They are seen as stretches of land offering little more than an area to drive through, a dot on a map, until a developer or a homeowner stumbles upon them, and possibilities are envisioned. affinitie@gmail.com (Joe Cline) Mon, 07 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1839/1/Don%26%2339%3Bt-Be-Home-When-Your-House-Is-Shown Again and again, I hear stories from fellow real estate agents that affirm what I also see as true: it is not a good idea for the seller to be present when their home is being viewed by buyers. While it may be inconvenient for the seller to stay away, it is important that they not be there. Let me explain. It can often seem to the seller that their presence is an asset articles@jerryclifford.com (Jerry Clifford) Fri, 04 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1838/1/Who-Gets-The-House%3A-Divorce-And-Your-Assets People don't like to think of the end of something, but with divorce rates higher than ever before in history, the reality that you and your spouse might split some day is a likely one. How you divide the assets can be complicated. articles@jerryclifford.com (Jerry Clifford) Fri, 04 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1836/1/Ideas-for-Defining-Your-Outdoor-Space Real estate tips to help you choose suitable fencing for your yard. Increase the value of your home. dean@realtysales.ca (Dean Littlechilds) Thu, 03 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1835/1/How-to-Succeed-When-the-Market-is-Down In an industry like real estate, professionals have to be prepared to make it through the rough patches, like when the market has slowed to a crawl. In some parts of the country, this is currently the case, where home sales have been plummeting at much the same pace that they rose during the housing boom a couple of years ago. articles@porchlightgroup.com (Carol Freyer) Thu, 03 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1834/1/Backyard-Additions-That-Make-Buyers-Run Now that summer's here, it's time for your backyard to shine. The right mix of greenery and space for entertaining can put the final twinkle in a potential buyer's eye. No longer just a yard for the kids to run around in, or a garden to plant a few shrubs, backyards are quickly becoming extensions of the home. Outdoor rooms are increasingly common around the country, with features like built-in fire pits, kitchens, and weather-proof furniture that would blend in with the most elegant interior designs. articles@porchlightgroup.com (Carol Freyer) Thu, 03 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1833/1/Taking-Your-Web-Presence-to-the-Next-Level As a real estate professional, you know the importance of utilizing the latest marketing strategies and technologies. If you already have a website online that highlights your areas of expertise and provides solid information that is useful to visitors, it is now time to start thinking about upping the ante on your internet presence. In addition to making your site more s articles@realsourcebrokers.com (Joshua Keen) Thu, 03 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1832/1/How-to-Create-a-Real-Estate-Website-That-Will-Make-You-Money Most successful businesses these days have a web presence of some sort, whether it is a blog, MySpace profile, or a personalized website. The importance of having a website for your business in this day and age cannot be understated. The number of households in America that have their own internet connection has been growing exponentially since the mid-90's, and has become a standard medium for research, networking, and communicating around the world. articles@realsourcebrokers.com (Joshua Keen) Thu, 03 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1831/1/How-to-Increase-Traffic-to-Your-Real-Estate-Website So you have a website that features compelling content and interesting features. Now you need to work on increasing the number of people who visit your site. More traffic to your site means more clients, which of course leads to more money in your pocket. If you already have a website set up and want to become more competitive in your market, then you need to make your site more appealing to the search engines. Why the search engines? Because people who hunt for real estate online do so via search tools such as Google, Yahoo, and MSN. Search engine optimization articles@realsourcebrokers.com (Joshua Keen) Thu, 03 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1830/1/Wall-Decals%3A-The-Perfect-%26quot%3BStick-on%26quot%3B-Design They've suddenly become the rage and for good reason. It used to be that wall decals or wall stickers, were sold primarily as an alternative to permanently alerting a child's room for the sake of kid decor. There were wall sticker options for all sorts of children's room themes. But, the market has since expanded and wall decals have grown up. Companies are springing up with collectives of visual artists, creating walls decals or wall tattoos that are as artistic as they are functional. Articles@associatesrealty.net (Virginia Wherland) Wed, 02 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1827/1/The-Homeowners-Association Learn more about how the HOA can affect your next home purchase! lee_keadle@yahoo.com (Lee Keadle) Tue, 01 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1826/1/Location%2C-Location%2C-Location%21 You may have heard this before: What are the three most important things to consider with real estate? The answer, of course, is location, location, and location. So, everyone knows its important but why? lee_keadle@yahoo.com (Lee Keadle) Tue, 01 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1825/1/Understanding-Florida-Real-Estate-Taxes-with-Floridas-Amendment-1 Trying to determine your Florida real estate taxes is like trying to determine if you qualify for an IRS tax break, near impossible. If you're trying to understand Florida property taxes this article explains everything you want to know, but were afraid to ask, including information on Florida's New Amendment 1 passed by voters on January 9, 2008. So whether youre a new Florida resident wondering what a homestead exemption is, or a longtime resident trying to figure out how much Save Our Homes benefit you can take with you to your new home, it's covered in this article. articles@tampahomes24-7.com (Calum MacKenzie) Mon, 30 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1814/1/The-Dream-Team%3A-Defining-Your-%26quot%3BDream-Home%26quot%3B-as-a-Couple The concept of a dream home, in theory, is by all means dreamy- finding that perfect place to call home, the place the suits your needs and desires to a tee... but, if you're looking for a dream home as a couple, the dreaminess can quickly become a nightmare, where conflicting ideas cl articles@realestatewebmasters.com (RE Writer) Thu, 19 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1813/1/Choosing-the-Right-Material-for-Your-New-Deck As with many DIY projects, the concept may start of as a simple dream in your head, where you think, we're "just" going to put a deck in. Lately, I've become leery of the word "just". It seems to imply a certain ease and simplicity, articles@realestatewebmasters.com (RE Writer) Thu, 19 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1811/1/Managing-Your-Real-Estate-Investment-Cash-Flow If you don't have the desire and knowledge to maintain and repair your property, you will have to pay another person or company to do it, which brings with it the attendant cost for their time and expertise. Lastly, major repairs, such as roof replacement, to the home can cost thousands of dollars. You need to prepare for the unexpected. articles@ehomelv.com (Melanie Speed) Wed, 18 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1810/1/5-Ways-of-Earning-Alternative-Income-With-Real-Estate When people think of real estate income, they usually think of the two most popular ways of gaining this: buying/selling and renting. These are very successful methods of gaining income through real estate, but there are other ways that you can get some cash using real estate as your focus: articles@ehomelv.com (Melanie Speed) Wed, 18 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1809/1/Finding-your-Living-Room%26%2339%3Bs-Focal-Point We are attracted to color and contrasts cause our eyes to take notice. Focal points in a living room serve to draw the eye and hold it, preferably in a positive manner. This article is going to discuss some points on how to create a focal point in a living room that is restful on the eyes and invites examination. articles@marcimcfarland.com (Marci McFarland) Tue, 17 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1808/1/Preparing-to-Buy-a-Home-in-Jackson-Hole The article contains tips on how to prepare to purchase a home in the Jackson Hole area. caroline@tetonvillagerealty.com (Caroline Kelm) Mon, 16 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1807/1/Give-your-Yard-A-Snowball%26%2339%3Bs-Chance-this-Summer When the good weather arrives, the typical New York homeowner wanders outside to check out the backyard. After being cooped up for months on end, warm thoughts are finally allowed to bubble to the surface: maybe it's time to invite the neighbors over; to get some patio furniture, an umbrella, a barbeque; it might be time to plant flower beds and vegetable patches, but WAIT! articles@miketrinch.com (Mike Trinchitella) Mon, 16 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1806/1/Are-You-There-Yet%3F-Maybe-you-Should-Take-the-Train If you've ever had to commute by car on a daily basis, you know that the road from home to work is a crap shoot fraught with speeding tickets and accidents, cars overturned in ditches, whiteknuckled whiteouts, black ice, road rage, gridlock and bumper to bumper traffic jams. Top the whole thing off with astronomical gas prices and you have a perfect prescription for an unscheduled stress holiday. But if you work in a major metropolitan center like New York City, the hair-raising drive into the downtown core may seem unavoidable. articles@miketrinch.com (Mike Trinchitella) Mon, 16 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1805/1/The-Shocking-Truth-About-Your-Electric-Bill The average New York State home owner pays nearly 17 cents for every kilowatt hour of electricity they use. That's more than in any other state in the entire country with the exception of Hawaii and Connecticut. What's worse, the Department of Energy predicts that national prices are going to increase 3.6 percent in 2009. articles@miketrinch.com (Mike Trinchitella) Mon, 16 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1804/1/Who%26%2339%3Bs-Got-the-Best-Spot-on-The-Block%3F They tell you it's all about location when it comes to real estate, so when you're looking for a home how can you tell which houses are positioned for success? Do you go for a corner lot or the house in the middle of the block? What about ditching the block altogether and going for the cul-de-sac? Well, like so many things in real estate, they all have their advantages and finding the right fit depends on what you're looking for. articles@miketrinch.com (Mike Trinchitella) Mon, 16 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1803/1/Don%26%2339%3Bt-Let-The-Wolf-Eat-You-Up%21 It will take you another 2 or 3 years to catch up to anything like this opportunity. You will need to save a bigger down payment, you will need to pay larger repayments because they will be based on a higher percentage rate of interest on your mortgage, gas will cost more - even more - and your rent will be increasing because of it. articles@porchlightgroup.com (Carol Freyer) Fri, 13 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1802/1/Wet-%26%2339%3B-n%26%2339%3B-Wild---or-Maintenance If you are ever the victim of water damage, resist the temptation to mop it up and tell yourself that you had a near miss. If you think that your walls/floor etc will dry out automatically you may rue the day that you just walked away from the risk. articles@sandiegorealestatebuzz.com (Josh Sloan) Fri, 13 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1801/1/Innovation-Combats-Privation Each day it appears there is another piece of realty news to make us gasp. It seems hard to believe that home owner's equity is at it's lowest level since the Second World War, but it is and this is according to a report about the Flow of Funds that is published by the Federal Reserve. articles@sandiegorealestatebuzz.com (Josh Sloan) Fri, 13 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1798/1/Florida-Will-Bounce-Back%21 For those home-owners who may be lamenting the lower prices we have seen nationwide, remember if you bought your house five years ago, it still shows a profit; the drop in Florida is reflecting the recent large price increase bubble. This has now burst! articles@marcimcfarland.com (Marci McFarland) Thu, 12 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1797/1/Real-Estate-in-Jackson-Hole The article outlines the different areas to buy real estate in Jackson Hole in addition to all of the outdoor activities each area has to offer. caroline@tetonvillagerealty.com (Caroline Kelm) Wed, 11 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1796/1/Profit-From--Your-Child%26%2339%3Bs-University-Move With school end approaching, some of us will be spending our summer vacations helping our children to settle into their chosen University town. Arizona State University is located in Arizona's most populous city of Tempe and if you are planning to look for accommodation in this area - you are in luck! articles@phoenix-valley-real-estate.com (Anne Eliason) Wed, 11 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1795/1/Prudential-Carolina-Changes-to-Carolina-One-Real-Estate The largest Charleston real estate company recently changed names. Learn why Prudential Carolina is now Carolina One Real Estate! lee_keadle@yahoo.com (Lee Keadle) Wed, 11 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1794/1/Less-New-Homes-in-California This year Californian home builders are pulling up stakes and moving on. The number of new house starts planned for 2008 is the lowest number planned for over 50 years. Before you think this must spell out more doom and gloom for California - think about it - it is good news! articles@sandiegorealestatebuzz.com (Josh Sloan) Wed, 11 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1793/1/The-Bane-of-A-Drain Thanks to the age of technology, sorting out your drain problem could be cheaper and easier these days. Video inspections of drains and sewers lines that would normally need excavation can now be afforded with a video camera! If the city, or the neighbor, or over-flowing drains indicate that you need to replace a sewage line, or a section of one, it may be prudent to check by video first. articles@porchlightgroup.com (Carol Freyer) Wed, 11 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1792/1/Why-Zi%3F Denver seems to be hitting the headlines with its new zi loft construction boom and if you have dreamed of living in 21st. Century luxury but in a character setting, you must visit the LoDo area and catch the view across Coors Field. Residents of the 39 living spaces being built in the complex can step outside their door and choose from restaurants, bistros, cafes and trendy pubs. It is life in a halcyon haven yet within a hub of lively bustle. articles@porchlightgroup.com (Carol Freyer) Wed, 11 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1791/1/Don%26%2339%3Bt-Be-Shocked%21 What is considered the most dangerous weather hazard of all and occurs just about every day in the U.S? The threat is so serious that every new home in North American is built with protection systems to minimize damage from a possible strike. If you guessed "lightning", you were correct! articles@daviscompany.com (Dena Davis) Mon, 09 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1790/1/Creative-Financing-Options With today's rising prices it's all most people can do to stay afloat financially. So how does a young couple save enough money to break into the housing market? Sometimes you have to think outside of the box and come up with creative financing options. One such example is Lease-to-Own, or Rent-to-Own house purchases. articles@daviscompany.com (Dena Davis) Mon, 09 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1789/1/Buying-a-Rural-Property--First-Steps Perhaps for years you've dreamt of owning a place in the country maybe a small ranch in Colorado, or a private lakefront lot in Minnesota, or maybe your own ski chalet in the Rocky Mountains. Today's low real estate prices combined with great interest rates are making it possible for more people to realize this dream. Before you get out your checkbook, here are some things to consider before taking the plunge. articles@daviscompany.com (Dena Davis) Mon, 09 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1788/1/10-Ways-to-Jazz-Up-Your-Outdoor-Living-Space 1. The easiest way to jazz up your outdoor deck or patio is by using splashes of color. Sometimes it only means investing in a few accent pieces that make a bold statement and your outdoor living space perks right up. You don't always have to buy new with a little elbow grease and some creativity you can make second hand items look brand new. Here are some ideas to help get you started. articles@daviscompany.com (Dena Davis) Mon, 09 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1787/1/Don%26%2339%3Bt-Let-Your-Roof-Repairs-Go-Sky-High%21 Before you go to the expense of calling in a roofing contractor, see if you can analyze and repair your roof problem yourself. The best possible time to repair your roof problem - is as soon as you realize that you have one and if the weather is calm enough to climb up onto the roof. In fact, this could be further qualified by saying that the best and most economical way to a trouble-free roof, is to inspect the roof regularly, so that you see the problem developing. Articles@associatesrealty.net (Virginia Wherland) Fri, 06 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1786/1/Selling-at-a--Loss%3A-Short-Sales-Explained Sometimes in life we may face situations where it is best to cut your losses and run. If the loss is your home, it is likely that the decision to do this is understandably made almost too late. If you are in the unenviable position of having to sell up and downsize because of escalating costs, an efficient real estate agent can be your best friend. Articles@associatesrealty.net (Virginia Wherland) Fri, 06 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1785/1/Lemons-into-Lemonade%3A-Keeping-on-Top-of-The-Real-Estate-Game-in-Today%26%2339%3Bs-Uncertain-Market Homeowners, investors and real estate agents alike may have all gone through some similar cycles of shock, fear and confusion as a result of the subprime mortgage debacle and its aftermath. But, in understanding the key to success, agents need to know there are certain inner strengths they can call upon to keep the ball rolling, and the future bright. articles@tedsoldit.com (Ted Guarnero) Fri, 06 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1784/1/Home-Energy-Efficiency%3A-Quick-and-Easy Chances are, in most homes if you add together all the leaks and cracks you'll end up with a hole the size of a medicine ball! Air leaks can attest to 20-40% of heat loss during the winter and cool loss in the summer. If you're looking for a good, and inexpensive place to start your home energy audit- then begin with a hunt for these hidden energy drains. articles@tedsoldit.com (Ted Guarnero) Fri, 06 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1783/1/The--Bathroom-Makeover%3A-Boost-Your-Home%26%2339%3Bs-Resale-on-a-Tight-Budget One truism in real estate holds: the resale value of one of the most important rooms in a home, is that of the bathroom. A bathroom can be a deal breaker for many sales. These days, with the housing market on rocky grounds, and with home sellers reluctant to dish out thousands into up-scale, expensive renovations, there's a fresh eye looking to the cheaper and less time consuming option of refurbishment. articles@edkirkland.com (Karrie Rose) Thu, 05 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1782/1/Investing-Your-Cash---Realty-or-Vault%3F If it is to make a quick profit, you may wish to run through some figures with an accountant or tax professional. Costs to be taken into account could include: the sale price and approximately 5% closing fees. articles@utahpropertyfinder.com (Christian Jacobsen) Thu, 05 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1781/1/Will-Your-Home-Insurance-Cover-Your-Home-Based-Business%3F Many home business owners are unaware that their home insurance may not cover their home based business as well. Statistics show that close to 60% of the 18 million home based businesses in the US are knowingly or unknowingly gambling with the future of their businesses. articles@tedsoldit.com (Ted Guarnero) Thu, 05 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1780/1/007%3A-Choosing-the-Ultimate-Agent-for-Your-Real-Estate-Transaction No, you're not looking for someone with super human powers, extreme sexual prowess and access to stealth spy ware- really, a real estate agent doesn't have to be James Bond. But, guaranteed there are certain characteristics that'll help define a good agent and will help you as you define your search for a representative. articles@tedsoldit.com (Ted Guarnero) Thu, 05 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1777/1/Buying-from-a-Real-Estate-Auction Buying real estate is something that many people are just not knowledgeable about. They have never attempted it and have no idea what they need to do. The process can be very easy as long as you have some basic information and just so long as you are willing to follow a simple procedure. affinitie@gmail.com (Joe Cline) Wed, 04 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1776/1/Attention%3A-Sir%7B47%7DMadam...-I%26%2339%3Bd-Like-to-Scam-You They are depending on the "get it now or you never will!" feeling to encourage the victim to send the money - usually through Western Union or some other money wire transfer company. Once the money is picked up, the person who sent it has no way to get it back. articles@condostorela.com (Quinn Kiet) Tue, 03 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1775/1/Tips-For-The-Unexpected-Landlord In the advent of the sub prime mortgage crisis many homeowners are opting to rent properties as opposed to trying to sell in this unstable and already saturated market. But, land lording involves some savvy, so listen up and heed some valuable advice, before diving into the world of renting and leasing your home. articles@edkirkland.com (Karrie Rose) Tue, 03 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1774/1/Choosing-a-Retirement-Home%3A-The-Bare-Necessities There's a grayish space, a sort of undefined and often unregulated type of housing choice for seniors ready to leave their primary residences but not yet ready for a full fledged nursing home. This type of a home is dubbed, "the retirement home", and usually includes residence/apartment style living in a complex that offers numerous amenities, often including a dining program and some level of medical care/attention. These homes can be a great transition for an individual who wants some ongoing medical care, but who needs to maintain their independence and a true sense of home. articles@realestatewebmasters.com (RE Writer) Mon, 02 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1773/1/The-Many-Advantages-of-New-Homes New construction in Virginia is in such high demand, builders can barely keep up with it. This is why it's almost impossible to find a newly built home for salethey're all sold before construction has even begun. So while you don't get the chance to walk through the home and decide if you want to make it your own, getting a brand-new home built for you offers all sorts of other rewards. articles@realestatewebmasters.com (RE Writer) Mon, 02 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1772/1/Selling%3F-Make-The-Right-First-Impression%21 If you are getting ready to sell, be prepared to make your home stand out in this market. If you look at real estate listings, it seems that almost everything's for sale. That's an exaggeration, but there are certainly a lot of homes and condos on the market. Also, because a lot of them are foreclosures, they're priced quite low. So what's an honest seller to do to make their home stand out, and be worth its asking price, in a glutted market? The answer lies in curb appeal, and beyond. articles@realestatewebmasters.com (RE Writer) Mon, 02 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1771/1/A-Look-at-Teravista%2C-Texas You may live in the best city, suburb or town in the world. Everyone you know may be jealous of your general location, emitting sighs laced with envy whenever you mention it. affinitie@gmail.com (Joe Cline) Sat, 31 May 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1770/1/A-Look-at-Senna-Hills If youre looking for a place where you can rest your head, where you have nothing but a bed and a kitchen to tide you over until you once again leave, Senna Hills is not the place for you. affinitie@gmail.com (Joe Cline) Sat, 31 May 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1769/1/Get-Poor-Quick-With-Real-Estate YOU can become RICH with REAL ESTATE!!! Live the life you want with REAL ESTATE! Come to my seminar on how to MAKE MONEY from REAL ESTATE!!! OMG! WTF! BBQ! articles@sarasotalandandhomes.com (Jim Hirschman) Fri, 30 May 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1768/1/Buy-Smart-In-SoCal The rising home sales in southern California are truly a beautiful thing. This past month saw home sales increase by as much as 22%. That is a much higher increase for that time of year than the regional average of about 1.2%. Not too bad for a supposedly depressed economy. This is a sign that the nation isn't as afraid of the real estate market as some reports will claim. It means the economy is recovering, at least in the south western parts of this wonderful country. And what happens in one area is bound to spread. But SoCal's success is not without its drawbacks. articles@sandiegorealestatebuzz.com (Josh Sloan) Fri, 30 May 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1766/1/Get-Ready-for-Florida-Hurricane-Season With the Florida hurricane season almost upon us, its important to make sure youre ready. A family disaster plan and a disaster supply kit are two important actions you can take to make sure youre not caught out if a hurricane cuts off your electricity, isolates you in your home, or forces you to evacuate. articles@tampahomes24-7.com (Calum MacKenzie) Thu, 29 May 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1765/1/Florida-Home-Inspections%3A-Common-Issues The warm, moist Florida climate means that we often have our own special set of common issues that crop up during home inspections. Why is it important to learn about these? It not only gives you some forewarning when youre buying a new home, but it also means youll know where to concentrate your maintenance efforts on the home that you buy. articles@tampahomes24-7.com (Calum MacKenzie) Wed, 28 May 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1764/1/Home-Staging%3A-7-Tips-for-the-Hopeful Home staging is creating a fantasy world for prospective buyers. You want people to come into your house and be able to imagine how the house would look if it were theirs. articles@edkirkland.com (Karrie Rose) Wed, 28 May 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1763/1/Why-Charlotte%2C-NC%3F Thinking of buying a home in Charlotte, then this read is for you! articles@lovingcharlotte.com (Keith Lutz) Tue, 27 May 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1762/1/The-Unanswerable-Question%3A-Is-it-Better-to-Buy-a-New-Home-or-an-Old-Home%3F Like many aspects of real estate, buyers need to weigh out whatever valuable information they can muster, and in the end decide on what is their preference. This being said, although preference can tell you a lot, there are aspects to the purchase of both new and old homes that should be considered. articles@tedsoldit.com (Ted Guarnero) Mon, 26 May 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1756/1/Foreclosures-Proving-Homes-to-Those-in-Need In the midst of the recent foreclosure crisis in the US, the enterprise of Habitat for Humanity has been able to take advantage of some serious buying opportunities in neighborhoods affected by the US mortgage meltdown. They've been buying up many properties and some for less than half price. articles@tedsoldit.com (Ted Guarnero) Fri, 23 May 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1755/1/High-and-Dry%3A-Home-Storage-of-Your-Outdoor-Gear Having a place in your home devoted to storage for outdoor gear can make things a lot easier when planning for and coming back from a trip to the great outdoors. articles@realestatewebmasters.com (RE Writer) Thu, 22 May 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1754/1/The-REO-Advantage So, as you can imagine a bank is usually quite anxious to get such properties off their hands, and are willing to sell fast and cheap. This is an obviously advantageous situation for buyers looking for a smart real estate investment. articles@realestatewebmasters.com (RE Writer) Thu, 22 May 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1753/1/Put-in-a-Pool-Party Spring has begun to show its fair weather; with summer just around the corner, visions of swimming pools are making their way into our collective consciousness. If you've ever considered building a pool, this could be the year. articles@thinklouise.com (Louise Scoggins) Wed, 21 May 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1752/1/A-Fine-Cellar Aging a fine wine is an art, a passion that yields either rich results or sour grapes. You may already have an electric wine-cooling unit, but if you're looking to build a larger collection or plan to have bottles aging over a period of time, you may consider building a wine cellar. The five main elements in properly storing your wine are light, vibration, temperature, humidity and the angle of storage.By articles@thinklouise.com (Louise Scoggins) Wed, 21 May 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1751/1/Using-Room-Color-To-Sell-Your-Home As soon as they walk in the door, potential buyers are going to be subtly influenced by the colors of the rooms. These influences can be positive or they can be negative, and they're more important than you might think. Some people even claim that complex colors attract wealthy and educated people, while simple colors attract people of less education and income. I don't know about that last part, but I do know that giving some thought to your decorating scheme will make your home more attractive to home buyers. You want people to imagine themselves living in your place when they walk through that door. You can do this by co-ordinating your color scheme to guide them to your home's best selling points. articles@condostorela.com (Quinn Kiet) Wed, 21 May 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1750/1/Social-Lion%3A-Mashable.com-and-Using-it-to-Sell-Real-Estate There is a lot to be said for using social networking sites to promote and sell your real estate. Social networking sites are home to millions of users, some of which, it must be allowed, are searching for property. articles@edkirkland.com (Karrie Rose) Tue, 20 May 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1749/1/Your-Property-Can-Keep-You-Fit People in our society are suffering from obesity and ill-health related to lack of exercise like never before. Sometimes it's the habit of idleness, or the perceived expense of exercise. However, I can tell you that you don't need a gym membership to keep fit! Your own property can furnish ways for you to improve your health! Your house offers many opportunities to exercise, especially if you're engaged in renovating, moving in or out, or landscaping. By articles@voxrealestate.com (lisa gray) Tue, 20 May 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1747/1/Location%2C-Location%2C-Coffee%3F Many people think about schools, shopping centers and crime when they think about choosing the location of an investment property. articles@voxrealestate.com (lisa gray) Thu, 15 May 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1746/1/Guardians-of-the-Home%3A-Traditional-Statues-of-Property-Protection Many ancient homes and important buildings were guarded by stone images that represented protection by the otherworld. If your tastes run to statuary and you want to explore the idea of decorating your house with silent guardians, consider the following: articles@edkirkland.com (Karrie Rose) Wed, 14 May 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1745/1/Decorating-With-Books Books are an integral part of many peoples homes, yet arranging them to be useful and attractive remains a fine art. Many publishers are not obliging enough to publish their novels in complimentary colors. articles@jakemarsh.com (Jake Marsh) Wed, 14 May 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1744/1/A-Look-at-Cedar-Park Cedar Park, Texas is not one of the most well known areas of Texas. As a suburb of Austin, the states capital often outshines the smaller, neighboring area. affinitie@gmail.com (Joe Cline) Mon, 12 May 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1743/1/Round-Rock%2C-Texas-in-a-Nutshell A suburb of Austin, the city of Round Rock is one of the hidden gems of Texas. Voted one of the 100 best cities for young people, and also one of the best cities for relocating families, Round Rock boasts some of the safest and most affordable communities in the nation. affinitie@gmail.com (Joe Cline) Mon, 12 May 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1742/1/A-Peak-at-Lakeway%2C-Texas Lakeway is a beautiful resort community, situated just west of the major city of Austin, Texas. Appealing to both singles and families or all ages, this area has experienced tremendous growth since its early days as a vacation destination. affinitie@gmail.com (Joe Cline) Mon, 12 May 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1741/1/A-Look-at-Austin-Texas Its not the largest city in the country. Its not even the largest city in Texas, but that doesnt mean Austin is lacking . . . in anything. As the third fastest growing large city in the United States, Austin is thriving with history, industry and, most importantly, realty. affinitie@gmail.com (Joe Cline) Mon, 12 May 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1740/1/Why-You-Need-a-Personal-Assistant Successful real estate agents are experts at multitaskingjuggling open houses, taking calls from clients, and coming up with innovative marketing strategiesall while trying to maintain a balanced personal life. For some agents, the demands on their time become too great, and certain tasks fall by the wayside. In order to restore efficiency and ease the pressure, many realtors today hire personal assistants. articles@realsourcebrokers.com (Joshua Keen) Fri, 09 May 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1739/1/Make-Your-New-Home-Mobility-Friendly If you are about to build a new home, chances are you're focused on how you want everything to look, what features you need, and any safety concerns that may come up if you have children or pets. One thing that you may not have thought about is whether or not you should make your home accessible to people with disabilities. articles@realsourcebrokers.com (Joshua Keen) Thu, 08 May 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1735/1/Preliminaries-to-Searching-for-Your-First-Home You have that acquisitive gleam in your eyes whenever you pass a house for sale. You spend your days dreaming of living somewhere where no one can nix your grand plan for painting all the rooms black. You desperately want a garden where you can cultivate deadly nightshade with the loving skill that your landlord just doesn't appreciate. You want to buy a house. articles@nashvillebuyers.com (Gary Ashton) Wed, 07 May 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1734/1/Joint-Ventures-in-Real-Estate Group investment in a property is a growing trend among people who do not individually have the capital to purchase real estate. The benefits can be many, including home ownership, shared expenses and shared equity. However, there are some pitfalls that need to be recognized and addressed before you embark on this venture. articles@nashvillebuyers.com (Gary Ashton) Wed, 07 May 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1733/1/What-to-Look-for-When-Buying-Real-Estate-in-Waxhaw%2C-NC Thinking of moving to Charlotte area, then you should read this article! articles@lovingcharlotte.com (Keith Lutz) Mon, 05 May 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.articles-live.com/articles/1731/1/DIY---Child-Safe-Water-Feature-Increases-Home-Value One way to catch a prospective buye