Everybody talks about how buying a home pre-foreclosure as multiple advantages of large discounts on the marketplace up to 50%, a lower down payment, more time to inspect the house and so on. It is true that buying a home pre-foreclosure can often be advantageous but, as with any form of investment, you need to [...]
Entries from December 2009
The Big Advantage of Buying a Home Pre-foreclosure
Dec. 29th, 2009
The Advantages of Working With an Independent Real Estate Broker
Dec. 29th, 2009
Are large real estate franchises better at selling homes than independent real estate brokerages? Everyone knows that brand recognition is an important part of marketing. Big franchises have large budgets to run advertising on TV and other media, and many of these franchises have been around for decades. However, independent real estate brokers have gained [...]
Where Foreign Investors Are Buying Properties in Italy
Dec. 29th, 2009
A new study conducted by the Gate-away.com intelligence department has revealed where and what foreign buyers are willing to invest on in Italy by comparing the data collected from the enquiries received so far in 2009. The report has highlighted that the interest of foreign buyers is still mainly for the most popular regions of [...]
Preparing To Buy A House In Westfield, New Jersey
Dec. 28th, 2009
Throughout the United States, millions of people are looking to buy a home in New Jersey – either now or in the future. Recently, lower interest rates have become available, making it more affordable than ever to purchase a home. As a long term investment, buying a home certainly makes a lot more sense (and [...]
What to Expect When You Purchase a Holiday Home in South Africa
Dec. 27th, 2009
South Africa has some of the world’s most sought-after holiday destinations and offers buyers great opportunities to invest in a steady and resilient market. One of the most exciting and exclusive holiday homes in South Africa can be found along the Atlantic Seaboard. Here are a few things to consider before you take the first [...]
How To Get A Real Estate License In Canada
Dec. 27th, 2009
A career as a real estate agent is very challenging, rewarding, and financially gratifying. In Canada, if you are interested in the fast paced world of real estate, there are a number of steps you have to take to get your real estate license. To get your license, you have to be at least eighteen [...]
Get Your Mortgage Rate As Low As 2%
Dec. 26th, 2009
Yes, it’s true. Due to the economy and the general decrease in income in the American household, the feds have a program that can cut your mortgage rate to 2% in order to make your payment 31% of your gross income. However, it seems that qualifying for this program will take some pretty fancy maneuvering. [...]
Home Inspection Tips—Getting Reliable Radon Test Results
Dec. 26th, 2009
You can’t see or smell radon, but it could be in the home you’re buying, selling or building, and it poses a threat to your health. Therefore, it’s important to have a home inspector or other qualified professional test the home for radon levels to determine if repairs are needed that will reduce those levels. [...]
Home Inspection Tip—Plan For Radon Testing
Dec. 26th, 2009
Because radon gas seeping from the ground into a home is a health hazard, you should have the home tested for radon levels. This is true whether you’re buying, selling or building a home. Your home inspector can do the test or help you find a professional who is qualified to do it. Radon testing [...]
Home Inspection Tips—Lowering Radon Levels
Dec. 26th, 2009
It’s possible a home inspection will reveal the existence of radon gas seeping up through the ground into the living area of the home you want to buy. Radon is known for causing lung cancer, so you don’t want it around. What can you do to decrease the seriousness of the problem? In other words, [...]