12/02/2014
http://realtytimes.com/consumeradvice/sellersadvice1/item/31279-20141024-your-house-usually-isnt-worth-as-much-as-you-think
Your House Usually Isn't Worth As Much As You Think
It's a seller's market! Those two words get everyone that's about to put their house on the market all giddy. But "seller's market" doesn't mean license to be a real estate snob. Somewhere between what the last people paid for a house like yours and the highest price suggested to you by a REALTOR -…
10/06/2014
http://realtytimes.com/consumeradvice/homeownersadvice1/item/31000-20141006-a-six-step-media-room-tune-up
A Six Step Media Room Tune-Up
Most households have a room where the main activity is watching television. We're well beyond needing simply an electrical outlet and a pair of rabbit ears to entertain ourselves at home -- now, game consoles, cables, satellites, computer networks, streaming systems and stereo components can all com…
08/12/2014
http://realtytimes.com/consumeradvice/homeownersadvice1/item/29964-20140809-6-sneaky-tricks-to-improve-your-home-quickly
6 Sneaky Tricks to Improve Your Home Quickly
Home improvement doesn't have to be difficult, time-consuming and expensive. Sure, major renovations like redoing a kitchen or adding another room can be pricey and challenging. But there are ways to fix up your place quickly, easily, and without lifting much more than a finger. Read on a for a few…
08/05/2014
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NAHB: HousingEconomics.com: Housing Forecast, Housing Statistics, Interest Rates Forecast
HousingEconomics.com is the online economics information source for America’s housing industry. By subscription, HousingEconomics.com provides the latest housing forecasts, market trends, in-depth economic analysis, and archival data relating to the housing industry. The forecasting and analysis are…
07/08/2014
http://realtytimes.com/consumeradvice/homeownersadvice1/item/29207-20140708-8-things-you-need-to-have-in-your-house
8 Things You Need To Have In Your House
We all know about the vital things we should have at home. Water, toilet paper, a tool kit, a first aid kit, batteries - these are the givens. But there are other things you might not have thought about. Things that can serve multiple purposes and provide surprising uses (we're talking to you, tub o…
05/13/2014
http://realtytimes.com/consumeradvice/sellersadvice1/item/28653-20140513-3-tips-for-sellers-stay-or-go-dilemma
3 Tips for Seller's 'Stay Or Go?' Dilemma
Weighing the very different value perspectives involved in "Stay or Go?" decisions can be challenging for sellers. PJ Wade stresses sellers should not let their inexperience hold them back, so she offers 3 tips for sellers to provide a non-threatening place to start.
04/17/2014
http://realtytimes.com/consumeradvice/homeownersadvice1/item/28353-20140417-make-these-upgrades-to-save-energy-boost-your-homes-resale-value
Make These Upgrades to Save Energy & Boost Your Home's Resale Value
Remodeling your kitchen, bathroom or living room may add to your home’s resale value, but the following energy-efficient upgrades add value and save you money on your monthly utility bills—and you'll help the environment, too.
03/31/2014
http://realtytimes.com/consumeradvice/sellersadvice1/item/28141-20140331-the-five-biggest-turn-offs-for-homebuyers
The Five Biggest Turn-offs For Homebuyers
A lot of sellers don't listen to their real estate agents, so we'll tell you what your agent wants to say, but can't say to you and this is it - your agent can't get you the price you want unless your home is in pristine move-in condition.
03/06/2014
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Is a Condo or a House the Right Choice for You?
Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer or you’re looking to downsize or change your lifestyle, you might be considering buying a condominium rather than a single-family house. There are benefits and drawbacks to both purchases, but buying any type of property is a worthwhile financial investment. Her...
03/03/2014
http://realtytimes.com/consumeradvice/homeownersadvice1/item/27763-20140302-pools-that-will-make-you-drool
Pools That'll Make You Drool
Whether you are looking to create the world's largest pool, turn your tiny corner of grass into a place to swim, encase it in transparent walls, or give it a unique cliff top view, you're bound to find some inspiration here.