Posts Tagged“real estate”

Warning signs: What to look out for when buying an investment property

It doesn’t matter if you’re just starting or a system veteran; buying investment property carries the same rules. As you may have already gathered, today’s article will cover warning signs to look out for when buying an investment property. In truth, many of these apply if you’re buying a domestic property to live in or one to rent out. Of course, the financial repercussions can be much more complicated in terms of the latter. Let’s now jump into some of these signs… It’s in the middle of umpteen new developments Of course, there’s nothing wrong with a bit of competition.…

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7 Important Questions to Ask a Real Estate Broker

Are you looking to hire a real estate broker? Getting the right one can catapult you to property success. However, the wrong choice could tie you down in a time-consuming, expensive process that brings few results. If you are looking for a broker, there are a few questions you must ask. Below, we give our top 7 questions to ask a real estate broker. 1. What Is the Process? Firstly, you need to know the process. If not, you may miss out on important information, which may result in delays or added costs. In addition, you will want to know…

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7 Creative Ways to Sell a House Fast

We’re already almost a year into a global pandemic. As time goes on, it’s clear that things aren’t going back to the way they were before. With that in mind, global financial insecurity is at an all time high. Are you feeling the need to start selling your assets? If so, then you’re likely looking for creative ways to sell a house fast. Read on to learn our top 7 tips to help you meet your goals even during this uncertain time. 1. Set the Stage Would you consider purchasing a home that was full of dirty dishes and piles…

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UK Mortgage Approval At 6-Month Lows: How to Improve Your Chances

A lot of people have been denied mortgages for a variety of reasons in the UK in the past six months. Not being on the voting list and not having good credit scores are some of the reasons. It’s a bit of stress getting your hopes up only to have it dashed for one reason or the other. Your best bet is to be prepared before applying for a mortgage to buy your home.  Here are some things you should do before applying to a mortgage lender: Choose The Right Property: A lot of mortgage lenders are reluctant about lending…

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Why You Should Watch Real Estate Trends Before Buying

Understanding real estate trends is vital to making a successful purchase, and particularly a successful investment. However, understanding these trends is hugely complex, and something best left to professionals like David M Giunta. They know what the trends are and what they mean for investors. Important Real Estate Trends A key trend is the average property listing tie. If, for instance, it is four months, then it means it will usually take around 120 days before a property is sold. Of course, this doesn’t mean that all properties will sell within that time. Some may still be unsold after five…

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The Checklist for Home Shopping

Buying a house isn’t something we do every day, and for most hard working folk, it is the biggest single investment they will ever make. Home ownership is rather complex, with land titles to be acquired and property taxes to pay, and then there is the contract with the builder. If you are contemplating getting your foot on the property ladder anytime soon, here is a checklist to help you through the process. Know your Budget – Before you can approach a builder, you need to know your price range. This would be the first question asked, so you need…

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Add Value to Your Home

Add value to your home

Whether you just bought a fixer-upper or you have been living in the old family house for years, here are some tips on how to add value to your home. Increasing your home’s equity won’t only help you financial but it will also make your house more enjoyable for you and family. So bring out your hammer and hardhat, here are some surefire ways to add value to your home. Bathrooms No one likes a rundown bathroom. If you want to add value to your home as well as make it more comfortable, considering renovating your bathrooms. Even affordable improvements…

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