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From Big to Small: How to Downsize from a Large House to a Smaller, More Efficient Home

September 4, 2015 by Robby Oakes

If you’re moving from a large home into a smaller house or condo, you’re probably looking forward to enjoying a lower heating bill and not having to do as much cleaning. But before you move, you’ll want to take certain precautions to ensure that you’re not overwhelmed.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tips Tagged With: Home Seller Tips, Moving Tips, Selling a Home

3 Handy Tips That Will Prevent Serious Stress when Buying and Selling a Home at the Same Time

August 21, 2015 by Robby Oakes

It’s not easy, but staying calm will help you to plan for your upcoming home purchase and sale and make the process easier. So how can you avoid the stress? Here are three strategies that will keep you calm, no matter what may happen.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tips Tagged With: Home Buyer Tips, Home Seller Tips, Tips and Strategies

Real Estate Terminology 101: What Exactly Is A “Buyer’s Market”?

August 12, 2015 by Robby Oakes

If you’ve been following the real estate and mortgage industry for any length of time, you’ve probably heard the phrase “buyer’s market” at some point. And although the meaning may seem apparent, it takes some study to understand what actually constitutes a buyer’s market. Who decides whether it’s a buyer’s or seller’s market? What’s the threshold for deciding between the two? Here’s what you need to know.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tips Tagged With: Home Buyer Tips, Home Seller Tips, Real Estate Tips

Real Estate Roundup: The Top 5 Apps to Use When Buying or Selling a Home

May 29, 2015 by Robby Oakes

Just as you may use various mobile apps to streamline and simplify other aspects of your life, you can also use some well-designed apps to improve your overall experience when you are buying or selling property. These are some of the best apps for you to use as you move forward with your real estate plans.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tips Tagged With: Home Buyer Tips, Homeowner Tips, Real Estate Tips

Real Estate Investing: Why Buying Raw Land Can Be an Excellent Long-Term Strategy

May 14, 2015 by Robby Oakes

When many people think about investing in property, they think about purchasing income-producing real estate such as a residential property or an office building with tenants. By learning more about the benefits of investing in raw land, you may be ready to start searching for real estate to invest in soon.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tips Tagged With: Buying a Home, Home Buyer Tips, Real Estate Investing

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