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Fix and Flip: Forget What You See on Television

June 13, 2018 by Robby Oakes

The drama of home and garden TV shows may be fun to watch, but no matter what you think, reality shows are not at all like real life. If you think it’s easy to buy a house that needs updating and turn it quickly for substantial profit, you might want to think again.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Fixer-Upper, Home Improvement, Real Estate

Buying A Foreclosure: 5 Things To Know

June 12, 2018 by Robby Oakes

Buying a property out of foreclosure can be a very smart move, financially. But it can also be complicated, expensive, and stressful.

Filed Under: Foreclosure Tagged With: Foreclosure, Property Inspection, Real Estate

Long-Distance House Hunting Tips

June 8, 2018 by Robby Oakes

Hunting for a house is stressful enough even if you are moving to another part of town. However, when you are searching for a house from afar, it can make the task of finding the right home for your needs seem almost impossible.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: New Home, Pre-Approval, Real Estate

Home Updates That Make Good Multi-Generational Sense

May 30, 2018 by Robby Oakes

Multi-generational households and the growing preference on the part of many retirees toward “aging in place” have altered home design in recent years. Interiors are more open, more functional and more adaptable that they were even a decade ago.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Families, Home Updates, Real Estate

Smart Technology or Home Automation: What’s the Difference?

May 25, 2018 by Robby Oakes

Is it worth it to add smart appliances or automated features if you’re selling a home? Just how much connectivity do buyers want? And what exactly do the terms refer to in terms of home updates.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Automation, Improvements, Real Estate

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