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Tips for Marketing & Building Your Vacation Rental Business

Just like most marketplaces, the vacation rental marketplace is a competitive one. And, truth be told, it won’t get any less competitive. Fortunately, though, there are some tactics you can employ that can drive business your way. In today’s blog, we’re going to look at 4 tips for marketing and building your vacation rental business. So, whether you are just getting started or have been renting homes for years, these tips should help you adapt to the... ❯❯❯

Property Development Process

The property development process consists of a series of steps by which developers seek, stack and execute a real estate development project. A lucrative property development process includes measures that will take you from the initial task of finding development sites to the completion of your project. When it comes to developing a property and becoming an ideal property developer, you have to buy, improve and sell much more than you see at first... ❯❯❯

Property Development Process

How Much Should You Put Down On A Florida House?

How much should you put down on a house? The simple answer is “as much as possible”, though there’s more to it than this. Few of us can afford to buy a house with cash. Let’s look at the factors that affect the purchase price of a house and how much you should put down on the property. We’ll also explain how these factors determine what lenders are willing to lend you. The Cash You Have Saved There may be an impulse to put all the cash you have down on... ❯❯❯

Benefits of Property Styling

According to LJ Hooker, property styling can help in improving the capital worth of the sale of your property on a scale of between 7.5 and 12.5 percent. Even those of us with properties which are not bulky in valuation, the profits can be profound. A three hundred thousand dollar house will cost at twenty-three dollars to thirty-eight dollars from styling it. Property styling is "furniture leasing for the life of the sale of your fixed price or auction... ❯❯❯

Tips for Buying Property in Cyprus

In recent years, many foreigners are relocating or buying property in Cyprus. According to the government statistics, the number of expats living in the country is currently at an all-time high. Most of the expats in the country have moved there in the past five years. In this article, we will highlight the key tips you need to remember when buying property there. Why People Are Moving to Cyprus There are several reasons why the inflow of expats is... ❯❯❯

Roof Restoration in Melbourne Victoria

Roofs don’t last forever, and because of this, it’s crucial to have a hands on roofer be available at your fingertips to fix your roof, or replace it. One thing to notice is that every roof is different and not created equally. Many budget-hungry roofers will use low quality tiles (and home manufacturers) so they can finish a job, and unfortunately these shingles become loosened, or end up being susceptible to damage over time. When your roof is compromise... ❯❯❯

Air Conditioning Installation for Older Homes Without Central HVAC Units

Most homes in the real estate market have no trouble being able to keep cool or stay warm, but over time, the older a house gets, the more likely they are to start losing the ability to do those things. Not only that, but some older homes don’t have the proper ductwork that is necessary in order to get that central air unit installed or running well to keep you from having to have your whole house heated or cooled. Well, there are now affordable solutions... ❯❯❯

5 Tips for Selling Your Texas Home Fast and for a Good Price

Texas remains one of the hottest real estate markets in America, so selling a home there seems like it would be easy. And it might, if you are lucky, but the reality is such that this market is competitive and it has been slowing down. Therefore, a highly interested seller will need to be proactive in order to get the best possible price fast. Is Now the Right Time to Sell Your Texas Home? As mentioned above, the real estate market in Texas burns quite... ❯❯❯

What to Look for in a Luxury Real Estate Agent

You may be familiar with the advice to find an expert in the area where you want to buy a home. There's nothing that can replace the value provided by hyper-local knowledge. The real estate agent who lives and breathes real estate in a given area will be able to present properties that hit everything on your checklist. And they may be able to tap into the hidden market of properties that haven't hit the MLS yet, because of their personal connections.... ❯❯❯

How to make your new home child friendly.

The arrival of a new baby changes so many things, your sleeping pattern, your diet, your availability and so much more. One huge change that I found I wasn't ready for with my first child was the challenges of safety proofing my home. Over a million children a year are admitted to hospital because of an accident at home, the majority of these accidents occur on children under the age of 5 (source Bathroom Supastore). Drowning, suffocation and burns are... ❯❯❯

Should I use a buyer’s agent to purchase property?

Buying property can be tricky. There are some major setbacks that can make the whole experience a pricey mistake. Luckily, you can hire a professional property buyer to represent you at each stage of the buying process. What do buyer’s agents do? Property search: Based on your criteria, they will search out the best property on the market. They also have access to off market listings. What is an off-market listing? This is real estate that is for... ❯❯❯

8 Pro Moving Tips to Help You Stay Organized for a New Home Relocation

Are you finally moving to the house that you have saved up for? Congratulations! This may be your first step towards achieving the quality of life that you have always wanted. However, before you can revel in the bliss of living in your dream home, you need to pack up all your belongings for transport. Packing and moving house can be stressful. Studies reveal that these activities are included in the list of life events that people find extremely... ❯❯❯

Organising Your New Property, The Easy Way

When you are looking for a new home when you are just about to start a family, it could be tedious process to go through. You should first look for houses or apartments that are up for sale, usually you could hire a broker to help you do this faster. If you are lucky and get a good broker, then the houses and apartments you would need to visit would be tailored perfectly to what you need and what you want in a home. But if not, you would spend so much... ❯❯❯

How to sell your house fast in houston?

Are you bogged down under the burden of some unwanted property that you intend to sell off? Or your house is in a condition where repairing will cost a lump sum amount? Then what are you waiting for? You can easily sell your house now, in practically no time. Selling houses especially in areas like Houston, has become far more easier than they were previously. A lot of real estate companies have come up with their new plans of buying houses. move on... ❯❯❯

Best Ways to Make Your Home Kid Friendly

If you have kids, it is very good that you're reading this post. Every responsible parent should do what they can in order to have a kid friendly home. Unfortunately, many parents who think they own such a home are, in fact, wrong! The University of Alabama has made a study recently. They built a model home and then asked the parents to identify potential hazards. On average, these parents have identified less than half of potential hazards that were... ❯❯❯

Why Listing Your House a Little Above the Market Can Be Helpful

One of the trickiest parts in the home buying and home selling process is listing the house and coming up with a price tag. Price is one of the biggest factors prospective buyers look at before making a decision. As a home seller, you need to learn how to draw the line between pricing your property right and overshooting its value. So how does one consider if a property is already overpriced? The answer to that question lies in several factors. Of... ❯❯❯

Leaving the Nest: College Students and Renters Insurance

When it’s time for college students to go back to school after enjoying summer, you need to prepare financially to buy the stuff that they need for the upcoming school year. These include new clothes, new books, and perhaps a new laptop. On top of these, you should also remember to buy renter’s insurance. The importance of getting covered Generally, students who live inside the campus are usually covered by the insurance policies of their parents.... ❯❯❯

Jumping in a Hot Market, Is It a Good Idea?

If you live in a hot market, you will likely be tempted to jump the gun and strike while the iron is hot, as the saying goes. But the question is, is that the wisest move to make? With the real estate market becoming volatile at times, people are left wondering if they should buy or sell a property. Before making any hasty moves, there are a number of things you should consider. Let’s take a look at some of them. Understand how hot the local market is ... ❯❯❯

5 Types of People Who Attend Open Houses

Open houses will always be a part of the Edmonton real estate world. And when we talk about open houses, the Sunday open house is considered the best one. During such an open house, expect different kinds of people to come in. All of them will take a look at what you have to offer but not everyone is an interested buyer. Let’s take a look at five types of people who will likely visit your open house. The legit buyer – first and foremost, you will meet... ❯❯❯