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If the Price is Right?
2007-07-30 22:58:00
Pricing a residential property for a quick timely sale can be more daunting than it sounds… especially when trying to turn a healthy profit or at least maximize the returns.  As we take a look at pricing methodology, the “how much to ask” dilemma appears to persist with the higher cost homes on the market.  But for entry level homes and condos, there’s an easy yardstick rule of thumb that just downright makes sense. (...)
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The Listing Agent Interview: Asking All the Right Questions.
2007-07-30 17:31:00
Getting ready to sell your home?  If so, what questions will you be asking when choosing your listing real estate agent?  With all of the marketing options available today, make sure your agent can produce a top-end image for your property. (...)
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Staying Up To Date with Las Vegas Real Estate
2007-07-30 01:27:00
We recently profiled the Las Vegas real estate market and came to the conclusion that while Vegas is indeed having a few hard times right now, the robust tourism economy and the feeder systems that support it make Sin City a prime candidate for not only rebound, but potential future extreme growth. (...)
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Rebuilding Green ? Ideas For Your Next Remodel
2007-07-27 15:46:00
Recycling and reclaiming, check out a great green home overhaul as it progresses.  This green remodel proves that today’s innovations in green building are not only for the politically motivated, but really for those who appreciate good old fashioned practicality too.  And don’t miss my favorites – the particularly cool “slate” roof, the soy based insulation, and of course the $7 electric bill.  Enjoy! (...)
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Friday?s Fill: The Week in Real Estate Reviewed.
2007-07-27 15:00:00
New Home Sales Plunge This Time It seems like we go back and forth on these economic indicator numbers.  Really bad.  Then way better than expected.  Then not so good again.  With triple the expected amount of decline, this month might be the “really bad.”  Time will tell. (...)
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Price Isn?t Everything. (But It Still Matters!)
2007-07-26 16:20:00
In today’s residential real estate market, being competitive is not just an advantage, it’s mandatory.  That is, unless you want your property to rest stagnant on the market for years while “comparables” are selling in weeks and months. (...)
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6 Essential Tips for Taking Professional Photos
2007-07-25 22:10:00
We’ve recently commented here and there about what not to do when taking photos to market a real estate property.  All too often, people are taking absolutely horrendous photographs, while most others are posting just mediocre pics to their MLS listings and websites.  If you’d like to take the kind of photos that truly stand out and create a perfect impression, here’s what you need to do. (...)
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Stage Your Way to Better Profits
2007-07-24 21:49:00
You have most likely heard of the benefits of home staging to increase the likelihood of a quick and more profitable sale.  But have you ever really seriously considered brining in a professional home stager to improve and make suggestions for your soon to be listed property? (...)
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Break the Cycle ? Get Excited!
2007-07-22 18:00:00
All too often, we go about doing our business the same old way we’ve always done it over and over again.  If this mediocrity is hindering success, wouldn’t you agree that it’s time to break the cycle once and for all? (...)
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The Latest In Green Real Estate
2007-07-21 15:00:00
As going green continues to develop a mainstream following, even more sustainable innovation is taking place.  Chances are, green is not just something happening somewhere distant across the country, but also right next door to you.  Here are a few of the latest happenings in green real estate. (...)
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The Week in Real Estate Reviewed
2007-07-20 15:00:00
Sub-Prime Mortgage Crisis Not Going Away Anytime Soon I’m sure this news really brings no big surprise.  Nonetheless, here’s the rundown given by Federal Reserve Chair Ben Bernanke to today’s Senate Banking Committee gathering. (...)
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The State Of California Real Estate ? Investment Wise Opportunities
2007-07-19 21:57:00
We know how much the California real estate market has cooled off over the last couple of years.  In fact, the best way to describe the ongoing cooling in appropriate terms would probably be “frigid” or “iced.” But just because the real estate market has totally tanked in California, doesn’t necessarily mean that opportunities for investors in the market have met the same frigid fate.  In fact, for the investment-wise, especially those who can afford to buy and hold on for awhile, there will continue to be plenty of bright spots, not limited to only these avenues… Focus On Foreclosures. (...)
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The State Of California Real Estate - Must Read Blogs
2007-07-18 23:15:00
As you try to stay up to date and on top of what’s going on in the crazy California real estate market, the information overload can be overwhelming, to say the least!  While we don’t claim to have the low down on every single Golden State blog, here are a few of the heavy hitters – at least from our perspective – that are must reads.  No need to worry about the rest!  Enjoy… Professor Piggington’s Econo-Almanac for the Landed Poor The name might be a little on the wild side, but you’ll find the blog loaded with the very latest insight on the SoCal housing bubble.  The blog centers on economics and financials and is in no way afraid to tackle the technical data – but don’t worry – it comes across clear and easy to read.  If you’re obsessed with the California real estate market, you’re likely to become obsessed with this blog too. (...)
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The State Of California Real Estate ? An Introduction
2007-07-17 23:16:00
Things are just done a little bit differently in California .  The Golden State is so well known for having its very own unique and often quite extreme culture.  Big surprise – the very same holds true for the California real estate market.  It’s “to the limit” and comparable to no other market in the nation. (...)
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Are You Making These Mistakes With Your Professional Image?
2007-07-16 23:10:00
Real estate markers and those in the mortgage business alike both have incredibly good reason to portray the most professional image possible.  After all, a home purchase or real estate transaction is almost always the largest monetary deal the average American will ever put together in their lifetime.  Your customers want to know that their transactions are being dealt with by completely competent experts. (...)
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Flipping Exposed.
2007-07-16 19:57:00
Once again, the flipping from T.V. (...)
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Incentives ? To Move a Property Fast!
2007-07-15 20:38:00
We all know the most basic ways to increase the chances of a home selling quickly for the best possible price.  Many of the methods have now gone mainstream, adapted right from the TV flipping shows often featuring marketing-savvy experts. (...)
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Friday File - What's Hot This Week
2007-07-13 16:06:00
Not Asking Enough for Your Home? We don’t usually imagine that we’re disadvantaging ourselves by not asking enough.  This one’s worth considering. (...)
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5 More Tips for Losing Your Pants in Real Estate
2007-07-12 23:00:00
Yesterday, we began to tackle the best ways to lose your pants (and your money) in real estate.  To recap, if you’re trying to lose it all, you should: Buy Into A Bubble Ignore Your Common Sense Partner With Your Buddy Today, let’s look at 5 more great ways to lose your pants, as well as your shirt and cash. (...)
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How to Lose Your Pants (and Your Money) in Real Estate!
2007-07-11 23:18:00
Everybody seems to have an opinion on how to make millions in real estate.  You’ve heard the opinions and read the testimonials. (...)
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Web 2.0 ? Dead or Alive?
2007-07-10 22:44:00
I recently read an interesting post over at InmanBlog discussing the criticism of web 2.0.  It points out several critics’ accusations that social media and blogs especially are resulting in the dumbing down of culture. (...)
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The Effects of California?s Real Estate Bubble
2007-07-09 23:03:00
What the heck is happening with the economics of California real estate?  Take a few minutes to watch and learn as Dr. (...)
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Friday?s File ? More iPhone Madness!
2007-07-06 16:12:00
How to Create a Vodcast Put real estate video tours on iPhones and iPods by creating simple vodcasts (video podcasts) for individual properties or overviewing all of your listings.  Here’s how to get started. (...)
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Incorporating iPhone with Real Estate in 4 Steps
2007-07-05 18:58:00
The iPhone is going to be revolutionary, just like the iPod was several years ago.  People, at the time, likely had no idea of what was happening until the full impact of the iPod and mobile music had already gone full cycle. (...)
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What Is Your USP?
2007-07-05 00:10:00
Do you have a Unique Selling Proposition (USP)?  If not, now’s the time to get started as you blueprint your path to success. (...)
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Real Estate Agents: Why No Blog?
2007-07-03 22:48:00
Let’s do some role playing here.  Say you’re a real estate agent.  I’m a web-wise potential client who’s just about to let you handle the sale of my home. (...)
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The Flippin's Easy
2007-07-02 16:11:00
You know, real life just isn’t quite the same as television.  That said, you’ve surely seen all the flip shows on the tube.  They make it seem so fun and easy.  And now for a little Monday morning humor, here’s the parody… flipping parody Related EntriesAdvertise, Advertise, Advertise For Sale By Owner Check-list - How To For Sale By Owner 7 Tips for Starting Out in Real Estate Successfully Welcome to the WhatAboutLoans.com Blog Buy Real Estate with Resale in Mind
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Friday's File - Weekend Reading
2007-06-29 23:19:00
iPhone for Real Estate? (...)
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Las Vegas Real Estate ? Up and Down Bust Town?
2007-06-28 21:58:00
In the last blog post, we took a look at the “boom town” aspects or pros of the Las Vegas real estate market.  Today, we’ll venture in to the possible pitfalls of Vegas real estate.  So, what are the cons and how and what do future prospects look like? (...)
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Las Vegas Real Estate ? Benefits of a Boom Town
2007-06-27 17:56:00
Buying or investing in Las Vegas Real Estate has been a hot topic for quite some time now.  The desert oasis real estate market has definitely had its ups and downs and many are extremely passionate about both sides of the game.  But is Vegas really a safe bet? (...)
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