Real Estate Blog (Page 28)
5 Ways to Eliminate Mortgage Debt
There are different types of debt, with some being quite preferable to others. Although student loans aren’t that much fun to deal with, they are considered ‘good’ debt. They usually come with a fixed, low interest rate, and you’ll have as long as you need to handle them. Credit card debt is more frequently considered ‘bad’ debt, in that the interest rates fluctuate, are usually high, and carrying that debt around leaves you paying far more than necessary... ❯❯❯
Home Improvement Do’s and Don’ts for Increasing Resale Value
If you’re a homeowner with a bit of extra money to spend, it’s always a good idea to take a look around the property and see if there’s a way to put that capital back into your investment. After all, your home isn’t just the place you raise your family today, it’s also your potential retirement income tomorrow. The goal is always finding ways to increase the resale value, no easy task in today’s uncertain real estate market. But there are some common... ❯❯❯
5 Essential Home Repairs Before You Sell
Before putting your home on the market, it is essential to make sure that you maximize the house’s appeal to potential buyers. Real estate markets everywhere are highly competitive, and buyers will not be willing to meet your asking price if the house is in poor shape. Simple aesthetic clean-ups are not enough. Remember these important home repairs before you sell, and give yourself the best chance of fetching a great price for your home. Bathroom... ❯❯❯
Should You Go For FSBO Properties As An Investor?
Home hunting or searching for properties to buy as an investor is a very important part of the overall process and in fact, for many people looking to buy property for investment purposes, the idea of seeking out FSBO properties is one that you should definitely consider. FSBO (For Sale By Owner) properties are simply properties that are being sold by the owner not a real estate broker or agent. Although though the idea of buying directly from the owner... ❯❯❯
Low Cost Ways of Securing a Quick House Sale
In global terms, the property market has experienced something of a recovery during the last two financial quarters. While this upward trend is prevalent throughout the UK, U.S. and Asia, it remains tentative and may not continue for a prolonged period of time. This means that there may only be a small window of opportunity for forward thinking individuals to promote and sell their homes, as demand could suddenly plummet and restore the market to its... ❯❯❯
How to Build Your Own Cinema System
Deciding to build your own home cinema system is certainly no small undertaking. As a trend, it’s becoming increasingly popular throughout the United States, especially given the often exorbitant ticket prices now charged by local cinemas. If you’re moving house, or are undertaking a spot of remodelling on your existing home, this could be the perfect opportunity to turn your home cinema dreams into a reality. Before you get too immersed in the details... ❯❯❯
Your Guide To Efficient Packing When Moving House
Packing up household items when moving home, is a lot more important than many people think. If you pack items in an efficient manner, unpacking is a lot quicker and easier when you get to the other end. It will also ensure that items do not get damaged during the removals process. Regardless of whether you are moving 50 or 500 miles away, the same rules apply. Having A Clear Out A removals company will quote based on a combination of time and volume.... ❯❯❯
4 Reasons First Home Buyers Should Talk to a Financial Planner
When you’re looking to buy your first home, it can feel like an overwhelming experience. Trying to prepare for your home loan application can be stressful, but there are definitely things you can do to make purchasing your first house a lot easier. For the ultimate in peace of mind, here are 5 reasons why you should talk to a financial planner when you’re a first home buyer. Save Your Deposit Faster Getting a deposit together can be a difficult task,... ❯❯❯
Do you need a Letting Agent?
If you are a landlord or property owner you may not have the time to manage all of your properties on your own, or perhaps you have bought a property elsewhere in the UK and aren’t able to keep travelling to maintain it. If this is the case, you may benefit from a using a letting agent. There are many things to consider when choosing a letting agent this guide will pinpoint some of the key things to consider when deciding whether you need an agent. You... ❯❯❯
How to Sell Your Property When Time Is Against You
According to a recent study carried out by online property portal Right Move, the average time taken to sell a property in the UK is a little over eleven weeks. This is all well and good for those that don’t have to worry too much about time restraints and can afford to sit back and wait for the right buyer to come along. However, for some people, they simply don’t have the luxury of waiting eleven weeks or more to sell their property. With this in mind,... ❯❯❯
Reducing Closing Costs
Buying real estate is a time consuming process. Unlike a car where simply exchanging a check for a title then a 5 minute trip to the Department of Motor Vehicles, real estate requires title checks, tax research, and most often mortgages and interested parties that need to be ordered on the deed. It is not uncommon for it to cost several thousand dollars for closing costs when purchasing a home. Many of these costs can be reduced. It is worthwhile to look... ❯❯❯
Can You Do The Conveyancing Yourself?
If you want to purchase property, then you’ll need a conveyancer. Or do you? Many people say that conveyancing is an unnecessary expense and that you could do it yourself, saving yourself thousands of pounds in the process. But is this really true? It’s Cheaper What a lot of people forget when it comes to conveyancing is that the conveyancer is simply handling money to give to other parties. Stamp duty, especially, can come to a huge amount. Of course,... ❯❯❯
The Benefits of Using an Online Estate Agent
Research has shown that over 90% of people who are looking to move house and buy a property begin their search online. With this in mind, it stands to reason that as a vendor you want your property to be visible to the masses. Whilst traditional High Street estate agents do use online portals to advertise, a good online estate agent, by its very nature has the ability to exploit many more. So what are some of the other benefits of using an online estate... ❯❯❯
Top Tips to Consider When Choosing an International Removal Company
Relocating to another country is a huge responsibility to say the least, and depending upon where you are in the world, it’s more than likely that your goods are going to be moved by either road, air, sea; or an amalgam of all three. When you hire an international removal company you are placing your trust in them to care for all your worldly possessions, albeit for a relatively short period. With this in mind it pays to make sure you choose a company... ❯❯❯
Steel Buildings and the Environment
As we strive to improve our carbon footprint the need to find more sustainable materials is of vital importance. This is especially true in the construction industry. The use of unsustainable low cost wood for constructing buildings is no longer a viable option. This has caused construction companies to look to alternative, more sustainable materials that are suited for construction. The favoured material is currently steel. First and foremost steel is a... ❯❯❯
Surveyors Warn About House Buying Delays
As the property market takes another lurch in one of its most volatile periods in history, surveyors are warning the public that a shortage of surveyors in the profession may not be able to match the impending boost to the mortgage market. There are already too few surveyors in the industry to meet demand, but this has been less of a problem in recent years when the housing market has been sluggish. However, with an expected increase in buying activity,... ❯❯❯
How to Declutter Your Home
Getting the right price quickly is the priority of most people who are looking to sell. A key part of this is in preparing the property for viewings; making a good impact is essential if you’re going to wow visitors. There are of course many things that you can do to improve the appearance of the house, but one of the simplest and most effective is to declutter. It’s also a low cost option. Potential buyers like to be able to imagine themselves in a new... ❯❯❯
Does Your Building Inspector Have Insurance?
Currently, the building and property inspection industry in Western Australia is without regulation. For this reason, it is extremely important to verify the insurance coverage of anyone you hire for building consulting or inspection in order to make sure that it is adequate. The inspection of your properties and any consultations regarding them are very serious transactions, and if a hired individual does not have insurance coverage that is adequate to... ❯❯❯
3 Steps to Selling Your Home
Would you sell your car without cleaning it first? Of course you wouldn’t, you are also likely to tidy the interior and turn the engine over to make it as appealing as you possibly can. The same applies for your home, by doing a few simple jobs before the first visit, you can help ensure a quick sale at a good price. Impress You never get a second chance to make a first impression, and the first impression for many buyers is shaped by your front door.... ❯❯❯
5 Tips for Improving Your Home’s Indoor Air Quality
When you start to think about air quality, it’s usually when you’re driving through a city and you spy the layer of smog, or rolling past a factory in the countryside that fills the air with the type of stench you never want to experience. But pollution doesn’t just impact the air quality outside. In fact, the air inside your home might actually be more polluted than what you see when you’re out and about. There are all sorts of pollutants that come from... ❯❯❯
