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How to View a Property with Your Head and Your Heart
by Simon Rattray on Apr 23, 2013
Buying a property of your own is the biggest purchase you’re likely to make in your life so it’s important to rule with your head as well as your heart when viewing houses, which isn’t as easy as it sounds. Many buyers, whether they are purchasing a house for a first, second or even third time, let emotion command the viewing process meaning many put in an offer without looking at the property logically. Continue reading →
How to Fix Realistic Monthly Rent for Your Rental Properties?
by Jolie Fulton on Apr 25, 2013
Are you going to put up one of your properties for renting out? If yes, then obviously you would have to think of a realistic figure that you would be charging your tenants. A number of factors come into play when you are deciding the rent that tenants should pay you after they start living in your property. In order to hope for the best rentals from your property, as a landlord, you will have to think of a number of factors like size, rental demand, location, etc. Continue reading →
Mistakes to Avoid When Purchasing Your Ideal Home
by Miles Wiseman on May 20, 2013
Purchasing a house is considered to be a major investment on the buyer's side. It represents years of hard work, plenty of sacrifices that enable you to save the required amount. However, it is with much regret that a large number of prospective buyers still commit serious judgmental mistakes when purchasing a home. Continue reading →
Why Tourist Destinations Real Estate is Popular with Investors
by Alyson Duncan on May 24, 2013
A lot more people seem to be heading to tourist destinations these days and it is not always just to visit the famous tourist destinations, they are also choosing tourist destinations to settle down in. Continue reading →
2-Family Homes - Why Are They So Popular
by Jim Taylor on May 28, 2013
If you are looking for a profitable investment property or looking to upgrade to a new home, you might consider buying a two-family house rather than a single-family home. There are several advantages to investing in a two-family home that makes them popular choices for home buyers as well as landlords. If you are looking to invest in a rental property, a two-family home is easier to rent than a multifamily apartment complex. Continue reading →
The Top Five Reasons to Buy a New-Build Home
by David Harris on Jun 24, 2013
Purchasing a new home is always a huge event in someone's life and there are many factors to consider. While the price per square foot might be higher, a new build offers a lot of advantages over its older counterparts. If you are arranging the building of a new home you get to choose the basic layout of the property. If you want the bathroom in a certain place, that can happen. Continue reading →
First Time Home Buyers Beware of These Hidden Repairs
by Diane Clarkson on Aug 6, 2013
You want a home, but you don't want to buy a money pit. Unfortunately, it's a constant battle against depreciation with real estate. Roofs leak and sag, electrical wiring frays, plumbing leaks, and appliances break. That's why you need to do a little research before signing on the dotted line. Windows are a huge investment. Continue reading →
Why Every Household Should Be Making Use of Their Loft Properly
by Guest on Oct 22, 2013
If you have a loft space going unused, you are missing out on maximizing a valuable area of square footage. Loft spaces are so versatile and easy to dress up into an inviting room where people will want to come in, spread out and relax. If you're stumped on where to start, however, you may feel put off by the whole thing. Continue reading →
The Top 3 Most Unique Offices in The World to Work
by Craig Daniel on Dec 2, 2013
Fluorescent lights, rows of cubicles, grey carpet and blank walls: These are the features of the archetypal modern office. They are boring and frighteningly generic. Fortunately, most offices have a bit of color hiding somewhere. Bright wall decorations, lovely landscaping or interesting people liven up these dull spaces. Continue reading →
Tips to Help You Save Money When You Move Home
by Gregg Titon on Jan 9, 2014
Moving is such a stressful time for many, but being prepared for it can make it seem so much easier. It can also be a very expensive move if you don’t plan ahead, so here are some money-saving tips to help you move efficiently and on the cheap. Moving home is a stressful time, not just physically, but financially too, so it is vital that you are on top of it all. By doing this, you can end up saving a lot more money than you thought, which could be useful when thinking of decorating. Continue reading →
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