Showing posts with label residential. Show all posts
Showing posts with label residential. Show all posts

Sunday, June 30, 2013

New Florida laws become effective July 1

"A few new Florida laws – ones passed by the Florida Legislature – have an effective date of July 1 and go into effect on Monday."

Presentation is…


"For many sellers, the word “staging” conjures images of an out-of-reach home in an upscale design catalogue with a giant price tag…The reality is, most sellers would benefit from at least some level of staging. And staging doesn’t have to involve a high-end designer who takes over your home, removes all your stuff and completely transforms it. "



Thursday, March 21, 2013

Important items to consider…

The following article reports: Real estate is typically a person’s biggest investment. 

©Grand Canyon NPS

nwitimes.com


What the taxman doesn't want you to know…

The following article asks: Are You Leaving Money on the Table? 
source: public domain
5 Often Overlooked Tax Deductionsby 


http://www.youngentrepreneur.com/startingup/start-ups/are-you-leaving-money-on-the-table-5-often-overlooked-tax-deductions/?hootPostID=525248167e7246cf89b65885c891a5f3

Economic data that some may find helpful…

The following article reports:
Economic and Housing Research
Source: © Freddie Mac
Low and stable inflation is placing downward pressure on fixed mortgage rates…
http://www.freddiemac.com/news/finance/index.html


What's your preference?

Recent article highlights: Millennials favor tech over curb appeal!
© F. D. Richards
We’re not sure what to make of these lat­est data on mil­len­ni­als and hous­ing: Accord­ing to a new sur­vey from Bet­ter Homes and Gar­dens Real Estate, 82% of young peo­ple age 18 to 35 would rather…By Teresa at MSN Real Estate realestate.msn.com



Port Orange appears financially strong…

Port Orange receives high credit rating Fitch Ratings of New York City reaffirmed last year's AA- credit rating — a "stable outlook." 
news-journalonline.com


So many good options…

Product: Yolo Colorhouse - Paints, Low Voc - Architect Magazine 
©Iroc8210

Valuable tips…

For More... - Budget Home Security Options - Bob Vila
©mikeh727

Wow, this is great, especially for baby/children(s) bedrooms!

Product: Formaldehyde-Reducing Paint from Sherwin-Williams - Green…

Interesting perspective…

The Five Year Rule for Buying a House 
© BrendelSignature


Great ideas for great thinkers…

37 Home Library Design Ideas by Micle Mihai-Cristian on Bobvila.com 
©H.-P.Haack

For the gardener in you…

Tools and Products : Garden Basics : HGTVGardens

Sinkhole insurance, check your policy…

Sinkhole: A Case for More Insurance?

©dstroup92

Great ideas…

The New Neutrals: Infusing Bold Color Into the Home
Neutral shades such as white and beige will always work in a home, but sometimes a space calls for bolder colors…
©Sarenawhite


If you like the look, give it a try…

DIY Antique Zinc Finish Tutorial
©mshuster_2010

Before the heat of summer, consider this…

Tips to Improve Your Home’s Insulation
©78xtc
How did you fare this winter? If you’re a homeowner in a cold climate, the level of insulation in your home might have made a huge difference in your comfort and also in your pocketbook these past few months. If you found your house...



Return on Investment!

2012-13 Cost vs. Value: Make the First Impression Count
© Sardaka 
Updating the outside of a home pays off, according to this year’s Cost vs. Value Report. Real estate professionals ranked exterior improvement projects as winning the buyers’ eye and providing...realtormag.realtor.org


Interesting Perspective on Luxury Home Sales…

Luxury Sales Approach Sellers’ Market 

Valuable information…

8 Tips To Sell An Old Home To Young Buyers
© Ben Salter from Wales
Selling any home can be challenging, depending on the market. But if you have an old home and want to appeal to young buyers in their 20s and early 30s, you may need to take some extra steps...
bankrate.com