April 2007 - Tips & Tools - RealEstate.com's Town Square

Buying a Lease-to-Own Home

What you need to know before you decide to enter a lease-to-own agreement. If you’re a cash-challenged home buyer, a lease-to-own agreement may be a way to buy a home and accumulate a down payment. A lease-option also gives you a chance to check...

Published Fri, Apr 27 2007 4:36 PM by RE.com Tips & Tools

Filed under: lease option, lease-to-own

How much should you offer for that home?

You've found a home you want to buy, but how much should you offer to pay for it? One of the most perplexing points in the home-buying process is the decision of how much to offer for the home you want to buy. If you offer "too much," you...

Published Mon, Apr 9 2007 4:20 PM by RE.com Tips & Tools

Filed under: offer, home buying, multiple offers

What to Consider Before Moving to a New State

Long-distance relocation factors include schools, taxes, costs of living, transportation and more. Moving is almost always a challenge, but moving to a new state can be even more complicated. Here’s a look at some common reasons for interstate moves...

Published Fri, Apr 27 2007 3:35 PM by RE.com Tips & Tools

Filed under: moving, moving expenses, new state

Lawn Care - Spring Checklist

The spring is an important time for lawn care. Lawn care seems to be the activity of choice for homeowners in the spring. As the days get warmer, people end their hibernation inside their homes to come out, socialize, and work on their lawns. By using...

Published Fri, Apr 13 2007 2:53 PM by RE.com Tips & Tools

Filed under: spring, lawn care, checklist

Home Listing Words That Sell (And Those That Don't)

Be careful how your home listing is worded. Some traditional real estate terms aren't as effective as you'd think. Some real estate listing terms have been in use for so long they’re practically clichés: “Must-see!” “Handyman’s...

Published Thu, Apr 19 2007 5:13 PM by RE.com Tips & Tools

Filed under: terms, home listing

Top 10 Things Not to Do When Making an Offer on a Home

A lot of things can go wrong when you're putting in an offer on a home. Learn how to avoid them with the following list of common purchase-offer mistakes. House hunting can be exciting and fun, but once you’ve found the home you want to buy...

Published Fri, Apr 20 2007 4:17 PM by RE.com Tips & Tools

Filed under: offer, home, verbal agreement, unconditional offer, bidding, low-ball offer

How To Sell a House Fast!

The right marketing strategy can help you find a buyer for your home in short order. Homeowners cite a myriad of reasons why they want to sell their home in a hurry. A job transfer, the imminent arrival of a new child, retirement, encroachment of development...

Published Thu, Apr 12 2007 5:14 PM by RE.com Tips & Tools

Filed under: REALTOR®, home inspector

Can I Afford a Home Stager?

Help your home looks its best on the market by hiring a home stager. Ever dream of your home looking like it came out of an interior design magazine? A home stager can give your house that special touch. When selling your home, hiring a home stager can...

Published Thu, Apr 5 2007 5:17 PM by RE.com Tips & Tools

Filed under: home stager, staging, home staging

Empty Nesters Lead the Way toward New Housing Trends

Aging boomers say no to stairs and maintenance, yes to luxuries. So – the kids are gone, you’ve got some newfound freedom and you’re thinking about moving. You’ve long been known as a baby boomer, but these days you’re also...

Published Mon, Apr 9 2007 3:50 PM by RE.com Tips & Tools

Filed under: exterior maintenance, growing old, empty nesters, market trends

End Mortgage Confusion: Top 10 Things to Ask Your Lender

Choosing a mortgage can be confusing. Find out the most important questions to ask before signing on the dotted line. Chances are your mortgage will be the biggest loan you will ever have. Make sure it’s also the best one for your needs by asking...

Published Thu, Apr 19 2007 2:47 PM by RE.com Tips & Tools

Filed under: lender, mortgage, annual percentage rate, closing costs, APR, origination fees, prepayment penalty

Buying a home with hazards

Before you make an offer on that home of your dreams, it's important to protect yourself. Most homes in the U.S. are safe. Some, however, can be hazardous to your health. The house you have your eye on may have dangerous levels of radon, lead dust...

Published Tue, Apr 3 2007 3:31 PM by RE.com Tips & Tools

Filed under: infestation, lead paint, asbestos, lawyer

Move vs. Renovate: How Do You Decide?

Start by sorting through the pros and cons of both. If you’re like most homeowners, that house you once loved will no longer be your dream home. You might have outgrown the home, or tired of the outdated kitchen, or gotten frustrated with the layout...

Published Mon, Apr 9 2007 5:16 PM by RE.com Tips & Tools

Filed under: moving, renovation

Spring Cleaning Checklist

Follow this helpful spring cleaning checklist to keep your home in tip-top shape. Home cleaning and maintenance is an essential rite of spring, like adjusting your clocks one hour ahead. Preparing a checklist for spring cleaning puts you in a forward...

Published Wed, Apr 18 2007 2:52 PM by RE.com Tips & Tools

Filed under: cleaning, spring

Lawn Care - Summer Checklist

Keep on top of your lawn care during the hot summer months. Lawn care is important in the summer. The high temperatures and lack of water can really do damage to your lawn. The only way to combat these factors is through proper lawn care. Water Probably...

Published Fri, Apr 13 2007 2:54 PM by RE.com Tips & Tools

Filed under: summer, lawn care

Landscaping: Winter Checklist

Winter landscaping is still important despite the cold weather. Even though the cold winter weather may make landscaping the last thing on your mind, there are few landscaping things you should do for the winter months. A little landscaping maintenance...

Published Fri, Apr 13 2007 11:33 AM by RE.com Tips & Tools

Filed under: landscaping, winter

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