Tips Before Selling Your House

May 9, 2010
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The crash of the real estate market has left a lot of homeowners with the decision to sell their house.  Because of desperation, some homeowners rely on companies that buy houses only to realize that they have been scammed.  But this doesn’t mean that all companies that buy houses are a scam.  There are legitimate companies that help borrowers sell their house so it is important that you do your own research to determine if you’re working with a reputable and credible home buying organizations.

Make sure that the company is licensed by checking out the local agency handling business registrations in your area.  You can also check the company’s license…

Surveying A Land

May 9, 2010
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It is necessary to survey your land to save you from confusion and legal troubles in the future.  Land surveying is quite tedious and are always subject to error because measurements are often taken from landmarks like fence posts and if there are two separate surveys, the same landmarks may not be available or may have shifted.

If you want to get your land surveyed, it is best to hire a land surveyor.  A land surveyor will research documents like titles and previous surveys to help them perform a land survey on your property.  They will also physically measure the property and determine the dimensions to find any differences with the…

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Denim Tycoon Lists His Beverly Hills Home For $10,000,000

April 26, 2010
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Denim tycoon, co-founder and current chairman of Guess Maurice Marciano lists his Beverly Hills home with an asking price of $10,000,000.  According to listing information, the house is approximately 9,000 square feet and includes 5 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms, several water features, 6 fireplaces and off-street parking for up to 20 automobiles.

The residence wraps around an interior courtyard where a flat green lawn surrounds a rectangular swimming pool and spa.  Most of the rooms open to the courtyard through large walls of glass.  The interior of the house is winter white, the kitchen is flanked by a couple of private patios, one with a built in barbecue center.

Aside from this home,…

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Guidelines For Selling A Home

April 26, 2010
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Some homeowners lack experience when it comes to selling their home.  If you jump into this business unprepared, you could leave thousands of dollars on the table.  Here are tips and tricks you can use throughout the whole process, from finding an agent to sealing the deal.

1. Don’t choose the agent on personality, but on effectiveness and expertise.
2. Negotiate the commission because there is no set rate for the commission.  The rate of commission will depend on what the agent and the seller has agreed upon.
3. When you price your home, aim a bit high on the price to give you some negotiating room.  This will also make the buyer…

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Negotiation Tips To Stop A Foreclosure

April 26, 2010
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It is important to negotiate properly with your lenders if you want to avoid or delay a foreclosure.  Here are some strategies on how to negotiate with a foreclosing lender.

1.  Before talking to your lender, make sure that you have all the information and paperwork.  It could be frustrating for lenders to talk to people who are fumbling for questions and information.

2.  Show a sense of urgency by responding immediately to calls, letters and emails.  This will give lenders the idea that you’re doing everything you can to make sure you solve your problems.

3.  Create a proposal or solution to help lenders find a way to solve your foreclosure problem. …

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Filed Under: Foreclosures, Real Estate, Real Estate Investment

The Right Type Of Auction For Your Home

April 26, 2010
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Some home owners choose to sell their property through a real estate auction.  The real estate auction for houses provides a win-win situation for distressed borrowers to release themselves from the property that can be a great deal for real estate investors and savvy home buyers.

If you want to take part in a real estate auction, here are the two types of auction that is right for your home.

1. Absolute Auction.  This is the standard type of auction process where the property will be sold to the highest bidder.  This will not set a reserve price but there is also a risk that the highest bid may fall below market…

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Tips Before Buying A Condo

April 5, 2010
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Buying a condominium is convenient and a great alternative to single-family home purchases.  If you have never bought a condo, here are some helpful buying tips to prepare you for your condo purchase.

1. Take note of all fees and assessments associated with a condo purchase.  This can affect the total amount of money you’re going to spend that will add to your mortgage, taxes and insurance fees.  Maintenance fees for the lobby and parking area are some fees that you need to consider before purchasing a condo.

2. Condominiums have association rules and regulations that a homeowner will have to abide.  These may include pet policies, changing the look of your…

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Tips On How To Increase Your Commercial Property Sales

March 5, 2010
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You can get a good profit by investing in commercial properties.  But you need to keep an eye and understand the constantly changing status of the real estate market to make a good sale.  Here are some things you need to remember if you want to invest in commercial properties.

1. Build a strong personal relationship with your potential buyers and sellers.  You will definitely learn a lot from them about their requirements to help you present a deal accordingly.

2. Advertise your property online.  You need to promote your property very well to get a wide range of buyers and the internet is a good place to start.  Place your property…

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