There are many reasons for buying a secondary residence. A niche of homeowners are motivated to purchasing a secondary residence for their own use with the understanding that they will not use this property for the majority of the year. Management and upkeep are primary concerns that rationalize their decision. If this describes you, Fractional [...]
Entries Tagged as 'Buying Real Estate'
Is a Fractional Ownership Property Right For You?
Mar. 31st, 2009
Phoenix Arizona Real Estate Rebounding!
Mar. 28th, 2009
Some amazing statistics are starting to appear supporting a rebound in Phoenix real estate. Single family home sales in Phoenix for February were strong at 4,901 homes. It was the best February for number of homes sold since 2006. Single family homes sales in metro Phoenix were very strong for January, 4,285 homes a 52% [...]
What to Do When You Find Mold in a Home You Are Buying or Selling
Mar. 27th, 2009
Molds are everywhere in the world around us, and we don’t even think to look for them until they make us sick. They are nothing more than fungus varieties, and they travel through the air to grow on household surfaces. There are several types of household mold, all with strange names such as Memmoniella, Aspergillus, [...]
How To Take The Stress Out Of Relocating
Mar. 25th, 2009
You decided to make a move to a new city. When the initial excitement wears off, you are probably experiencing mixed emotions. While you are excited by the prospect of moving to a new city, the fear of the unknown can be nerve racking. Finding the right neighborhood when you never lived in a city [...]
When Looking At Homes, Consult A Checklist
Mar. 21st, 2009
According to experts, now is a great time to look into buying your first home! Mortgage rates are at an all time low, and the collapse in the housing market means that there are a huge variety of homes in every price range to choose from: and nearly all of them have eager sellers who [...]
An Important Part Of Home Inspection – The Roof
Mar. 20th, 2009
Everyone knows that you should have a home inspection performed on a house you wish to buy. A professional home inspector will outline any problems or repairs that need to be made so you can negotiate a price accordingly and finalize the real estate transaction with peace of mind. But when it comes to the [...]
The Easy Way to Foreclosure Deals
Mar. 20th, 2009
There are easy ways to foreclosure deals but one must know the straight path otherwise things might get thorny. Foreclosure deals are not too good to be true – these are realistic truths that have to be worked for to be won. The market is flooded with millions of foreclosure properties and land. This trend [...]
Tips To Negotiate Like A Pro
Mar. 20th, 2009
Most investors will agree, negotiating a good deal is the most difficult part of real estate investing. Very rarely will you hear an investor say that he got everything he wanted. But practice makes perfect and in the meantime, here are a few suggestions to help you negotiate your next deal. The old saying of [...]
How To Save Money On A Real Estate Transaction
Mar. 19th, 2009
Buying a home is an exciting event. However, it can also be a expensive one, especially if you are not aware and prepared for all the costs. Insurance, titles, taxes, these are only a few of the costs that you may not be aware of. Here are a few things to keep in mind when [...]
What to Do When You Find Aluminum Wiring In a Home
Mar. 18th, 2009
If you are thinking of buying a home built between the mid-1960s and 1972, then you need to learn whether it was wired with aluminum. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (USCPSC) has identified homes wired with aluminum as far more likely to reach “fire hazard conditions” than those wired with copper. The hazard results [...]