real-estate

  • Thinking of Investing in Residential Real Estate? Tips for You

    If you are trying to come up with a new way to make money and to gain a sense of financial independence, then you may be considering investing in residential real estate. However, if you have never owned a property or several properties that you rent out or lease, you may not know what you should do to ensure your success in the residential real-estate game. Before you jump right in and start buying properties, get to know some of the facts that you should know about investing in residential real estate.
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  • Have Your Property Manager Identify Any Potential Security Risks In And Around Your Building

    When you have a real estate investment that you've hired a residential property manager to oversee, you need to ensure that this professional's duties include maintaining a safe environment for your residents. While a larger real estate investment can frequently warrant on-site security personnel, this may not be practical or necessary if you own a smaller investment — for example, you have a six-unit condo building. Still, your property manager should keep safety and security in the forefront of his or her mind by taking the following important steps.
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  • Community Association Managers And Pets: The Biggest Mistakes Made

    One of the most difficult tasks a community manager often has is in dealing not with residents but with their pets. A great deal of the complaints and issues that arise throughout a home or condo association has to do with the animals in these communities. And unfortunately, there are many mistakes that could be made that could end up to be either costly or simply a headache later on.
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  • Four Powers That Your HOA Doesn't Have

    A Homeowner's Association can seem all-powerful -- especially when you've just purchased a home or moved into a neighborhood. But there are certain things that an HOA cannot do and you need to be aware of your rights. Many HOAs do not work directly with legal counsel for their day-to-day operations, so it will be up to you to enforce these rights. 1. HOAs Can't Discriminate Against Protected Classes HOAs cannot make rules or regulations that discriminate against protected classes.
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  • Winter Wonder Sales: Selling Your Home In The Winter

    While it's generally recognized that the spring and summer seasons of the year are the undisputed prime selling time, it may not always be possible to wait until then to put your home on the market. Selling your home on a beautiful spring day may be an attractive idea, but there is much you can do to ensure that your home is at its best, even with snow on the ground.
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  • Should You Pay Cash For A House If You Have Enough?

    If you have a lot of cash on hand and want to buy a house, you may wonder if it is a good idea to use the cash to buy the house. This can be a big decision, but there are several reasons it might be better not to use up all your cash to buy a house. Here are three things to consider if you are trying to make this decision right now.
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  • Appliance-Related Options To Pursue When Buying A Home

    When you've identified a home that you plan to buy, you've likely evaluated the home's various appliances and evaluated them against what you own and may wish to move into the home with you. There are a variety of potential appliance-related challenges that you may face, but none should be so large as to prevent you from submitting an offer and buying the house of your choice. Here are a few varied options that you can pursue regarding a home's appliances.
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  • Four Things To Consider Before Buying A Home To Flip

    Flipping a home can be a great way to make a lot of money in a very short period of time. There are many people who think that flipping a home is a quick and easy process that they can tackle on their own. This is not always the case, though. The guide below walks you through a few things to do before you invest in a home to flip.
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  • Tips For Making Your First Apartment Feel Large

    Renting and moving into your first apartment is a significant milestone in your life. It's common to rent a bachelor or studio apartment the first time that you move out on your own, and while you'll be excited to have your own space, you need to do what you can to avoid your apartment unit feeling cramped. Limited square footage in bachelor and studio apartments can present some challenges, but with the right approach, you'll be able to ensure that your new home feels open and roomy.
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  • Last Minute Jitters: What Happens Before Closing Time

    It very likely came as big relief to have gotten this far in your quest for your dream home. The seller accepted your offer, your financing is in place, and now it's all over except for the closing. While it may be slightly perturbing to hear, there are still some potential hiccups on the way to the final meeting, and knowing about them ahead of time could help you to deal with them better.
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