Make a Good First ImpressionFirst impressions count with buyers. In today's age of consumerism, every buyer is comparative shopping. A small investment in time and money can give your home
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1. Find a real estate professional who's simpatico. Homebuying is not only a big financial commitment, but also an emotional one. It's critical that the practitioner you choose is both skilled and a
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It takes a team effort with your realtor to get your property sold. Working with your realtor to sell your property will make all of the difference in reaching the closing table. These are a few ideas
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How about these fun ideas? This chair would be cute in a guest room. Neat idea for light bulbs and an old computer tower. Great way to eat Oreo's with milk.
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1. Be Picky, but don't be unrealistic. There is no perfect home. 2. Do your homework before you start looking. Decide specifically what features you want in a home and which are most important to you.
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Sring seems to be painfully S-L-O-W in coming to Iowa this year. However, those of us who enjoy gardening are eager to our gardens and flowerbeds ready. Here are some tips to get things moving forward
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Home prices show strongest growth in 7 years NAR: Nearly 9 out of 10 metro areas posted annual gains in Q4 The median home price nationwide saw its biggest jump in seven years last quarter as for-sale
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These fun ideas give you a way to make homemade candles. How about maximizing your closet space? The amazing lawn art would be a great addition to your yard. If you decide to add the piano waterfall
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What a long rainy week-end! Thought you may like to think about some creative additions to your house. How about a new room divider or a sofa? See these creative ideas. Thinking you need to
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I have am starting a new series in my blog called Around The House Tips. My focus is helpful household tips and great ways to repurpose general household items. It would be enjoyable to hear ideas
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A bump key, known as key bumping, is used by burglars to break into your home! In a nutshell, you can take a key, file down the valleys, and then use that key to get into just about any lock! The FBI
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The VA Loan program is the most powerful home loan program on the market for veterans andmilitary families. These flexible, government-backed loans come with significant benefits that open the doors of
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REALTORS® -- It is time to take action! Congress is in D.C. and hold the country's fate in their hands. They may vote tomorrow, so make calls tomorrow to let Congress know this mortgage interest deduction
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Whether you’re a first-time or repeat home buyer, the Iowa Finance Authority offers some great financing opportunities for buyers. Iowa Finance Authority is not a direct lender. They offer the benefit
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As a real estate professional each year brings new adventures with a variety of properties to market and sell. 2012 has been an amazing year for my team and I. We have sold properties from under $100K
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Fill balloons with water and food coloring when weather is freezing or below. When the balloons are frozen cut the balloon off the piece. They look like giant ornaments or marbles. Give this a try
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Why is it so hard to sell your own home? A few FSBO's are successful, but this is the exception, not the norm. For most people a for-sale-by-owner transaction simply isn't in the cards...and here
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