Archives: 2008

2 Good Reasons to Go Green, And Then Some

There are two obvious reasons for going green: (1) save money and (2) save our planet. However, the how and why are probably more important topics to discuss, so I’ve put together a short list of ways that you can go green this holiday season. Holiday Lights: LED lights used...

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5 Good Reasons to Use a REALTOR

In the current economic climate, many home buyers and sellers are trying to cut costs by avoiding using a REALTOR. Here are 5 good reasons why using a REALTOR is a great idea: We live and breathe real estate. We understand the local real estate market. It is our passion,...

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This Holiday Season: A Series of Good Reasons

To kick off this holiday season with blog style, I’m going to write a series of posts with “Good Reasons to .” Here are some topics I’ll be posting about, so buckle up and get ready for a great ride! Good Reasons to Use a REALTOR Good...

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A Nod to Trulia

Trulia is a property search site that has been undergoing “surgery” and improving its usability over the past months. One thing I find particularly interesting is that they have a page for just about every area of the country dedicated to market trends and statistics for that area. Click here...

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Another Glance at the First Time Home Buyer Tax Credit

The U.S. Government recently passed the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008. It says that the First-Time Homebuyer Tax Credit “makes a qualifying individual or a couple, who is a first-time homebuyer of a principal residence in the United States from April 9, 2008 through April 1, 2009 eligible...

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In a Nutshell: Property Taxes, Values and Assessments

Part of purchasing a home is taking on the responsibility of paying property taxes. Even those who have owned their own home for many years may not understand how the city assesses property taxes. Here is a rundown of what that final dollar amount on your property tax bill is...

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