13 Home Improvements That Are Illegal to DIY
Home sales rise for a second straight month
Existing-home sales were up 1.7 percent to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 5.45 million in April from an upwardly revised 5.36 million in March, according to new data from the National Association of Realtors (NAR). Last month’s sales were six percent higher on a year-over-year basis and also marked the second consecutive month of…
Tips To Make Sure Your Mortgage Doesn’t Get Denied After Pre-Approval
Tips To Make Sure Your Mortgage Doesn’t Get Denied After Pre-Approval A common question that is asked by home buyers is, “How can I ensure my mortgage is not denied.” An excellent way to ensure your mortgage isn’t denied after a pre-approval is to continue to do what you did prior to getting pre-approved….
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7 Things To Do Before Buying a Flipped House
7 Things To Do Before Buying a Flipped House House flipping has gained notoriety from TV shows like HGTV’s “Flip or Flop” and A&E’s “Flipping Vegas,” but chances are the person who flips your potential future home won’t have a TV crew documenting the work. Horror stories abound of house flips that hid major problems,…
How To Realistically Hunt For A Home
How to Realistically Hunt For a Home? First, Call Baron Holdings Real Estate! 863.968.6721 Our knowledgeable, attentive and PROFESSIONAL Realtors are here to help YOU! Tips: http://web.archive.org/web/20160627152636/http://realestate.usnews.com/real-estate/articles/how-to-realistically-hunt-for-a-home/
Should You Factor Solar Power Potential Into Your Home Purchase?
Weigh the pros and cons before adding a future upgrade to your list of must-dos for your next house. Whether you’re aiming to reduce your home’s energy usage throughout the day or you’re simply looking to see a little less of your paycheck go to utility bills, installing solar panels on your roof has likely…
8 Things Real Estate Pros Would Never Do to Their Homes
8 Things Real Estate Pros Would Never Do – Have a look at the gallery (in link) and make a note-these are definitely “improvements” you want to steer clear of when considering listing your home! If you would like insider tips and insight, give Baron Holdings a call today! 863.968.6721 www.townandcountrymag.com/leisure/arts-and-culture/news/g1741/things-real-estate-pros-would-never-do
When Does It Pay to Rent, Even When the Numbers Say It’s Cheaper to Buy?
Buying a home may not be wise if your life is in flux or dealing with repairs frightens you. If you’re wondering whether you’re better off financially renting or buying a home, you can easily find an app for that. Calculators at Bankrate.com, The New York Times, Zillow and Realtor.com all let you input the…