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Want to rest assured you have all the documents you need when you need them, but not be buried in paper? Read on. If you’re going to file a claim or take a deduction, you’d better have the paperwork to … Continue reading →

Homeowners who want to sell their home know they need to get the place spruced up for marketing, but a tougher challenge for some sellers is to get mentally prepared for putting their residence on the market. After all, if … Continue reading →

Are you thinking about fall fix-up projects?  America’s remodeling dollars are flowing again. If you’re looking to upgrade, Remodeling magazine’s 2014 Cost vs. Value Report tabs these projects as offering the best return on your investment. #1.       Steel Entry Door … Continue reading →

Recently I attended a talk organized by the Real Estate marketing firm 1000watt that spoke about the principle of branding. Marc Davison, co-founder of 1000watt, had a simple question: Do you sell the “what” or the “why” first? Let me … Continue reading →

Get in while the gettin’s good. That’s one way to sum up what home buyers should know about mortgage rates in 2014. Of course, there’s a little more to it than that, so if you’re looking to get the best … Continue reading →

The kids are off to college or living in homes of their own, and suddenly you have a lot of extra house on your hands. Some couples choose to downsize to a smaller home, but others want to stay put. … Continue reading →

Once you have made the commitment to sell your home, chosen a Weichert Realtor to represent you, and established a list price, it is time to work with your Realtor to market your property so it sells as quickly as … Continue reading →

The world of mortgage lending has changed significantly since the housing bubble burst. Mortgage lenders have returned to traditional loan standards that require extensive documentation of income and assets for a loan approval. Government regulatory agencies also continue to react … Continue reading →

Home sellers who have chosen the right Realtor, prepared their home for sale and priced it right are strongly positioned for a smooth real estate transaction.  But then the most complex moment in the sales process comes when you get an offer for your … Continue reading →

To attract the maximum number buyers, and increase your home’s value, you must offer a home that is move-in ready and won’t require updating or correcting deferred maintenance.  You also want to ensure your home delivers a knockout first impression.  … Continue reading →