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30
Jun
By Jim Hasek
Home Seller Tips,

How To Host A Successful Open House

From fixing up all the minor repairs to cleaning the house top-to-bottom, there are a lot of small details that go into organizing the perfect open house. However, in the rush to organize everything, there are a number of to-do's that are easy to forget about. If you're currently prepping your home and don't want to miss the important stuff, here are some things you should contemplate before setting the date. The Outside Look The first thing potential homebuyers will notice when they arrive at your home is the outside, and that's why it's so important not to neglect it.…
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29
Jun
By Jim Hasek
Home Buyer Tips, ,

Evaluating Neighborhoods: 4 Things to Consider Before Purchasing a Home

From finding the right agent to discovering the home you can truly feel comfortable in, there are a variety of things involved in the home buying process. However, it's important not to get caught up in the home and ignore altogether the community you'll be living in. If you're planning a move to a new neighborhood, here are some things you should look into before putting in an offer. Local Amenities A peaceful, picturesque community is ideal, but if there are not a lot of resources nearby for your family, it's possible that your new neighborhood may not be the…
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28
Jun
By Jim Hasek
Home Mortgage Tips, ,

3 Things to Consider Before Buying a Vacation Home Abroad

The call of fancy vacation locations and the additional earnings that can come along with this type of home may appeal to many homebuyers, but a lot of time and money can go into maintaining a second property. If you're currently considering a vacation home for your own use or as a potential investment, here are a few factors to consider before jumping into the fray of a long distance home. Will You Use It Enough? A home in a far-off place can be a great means of having a place to visit each year, but one of the problems…
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27
Jun
By Jim Hasek
Mortgage Rates, ,

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – June 27, 2016

Last week's economic news was dominated by Great Britain's vote to withdraw from the European Union. New and Existing Home Sales were released along with weekly reports on mortgage rates and new jobless claims. "Brexit" Vote Tanks Stocks, Could Cause Lower Mortgage Rates US stocks plunged in reaction to the news of Britain's decision to leave the EU and the resignation of its Prime Minister. While investors don't want to see their 401(k) values crash, mortgage rates may also fall as a result of "Brexit". Fallout caused by economic uncertainty connected with Great Britain's move to regain independence is expected…
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24
Jun
By Jim Hasek
Home Seller Tips, ,

How to Differentiate Your Home from the Neighbors for a Faster Sale

When it comes to selling your home, there can be a lot of options on the market, and nothing is quite so competitive as having your house listed right alongside the home of your neighbor. If you're struggling with how to highlight your home to potential homebuyers, here are some things you can do to ensure it gets the attention it deserves. Engage All The Marketing Options Many people prefer their real estate agent to take care of the heavy lifting when it comes to selling a home, but there's no reason you can't go beyond the typical measures to…
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23
Jun
By Jim Hasek
Home Seller Tips, ,

What Young Buyers Want: 4 Home Must-haves When Selling to Millennials

Many millennials are set to flood the real estate market in the coming years to invest in a home of their own, but what is it that this group of young people is looking for in their property? From sizeable kitchens to a sustainable ethos, here are some of the things that will likely appeal to millennials searching for an ideal place of their own to settle. A Suburban Location There's something to be said for city life, but many millennials are actually flocking to the safety and comfort of the suburbs in the hopes of finding more economical options…
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