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Why Buy with a Realtor?
The internet has affected our lives in many ways. The way that we shop, the way we do business, and the way that we research information. Although we do the initial search and research online, do we buy cars and houses on-line? The answer is no. When purchasing a car, we want to......Read More

Posted on: 2007-06-25 08:21:19 | Rating:

| Views: 115 | Comments: 0 | Tags: Real Estate ; Business; Housing

Buyers are Waiting?
The May of 2006 existing home sales numbers are out and it looks like buyers have not returned as of yet. The existing home sales slipped 10% from May of 2006 according to NAR(National Association of Realtors). It shows that buyers are still waiting to buy. The economic factors are......Read More

Posted on: 2007-06-25 20:20:47 | Rating:

| Views: 178 | Comments: 1 | Tags: Real Estate Business Housing Market

Buying vs Renting?
Over the last ten years the cost of rental housing in the US has increased an average of 3% per year. The apartment or home that you rent for $750 a month will cost you more than $978.00 a month 10 years from now. The Federal Reserve Board estimates that homeowners have a net worth......Read More

Posted on: 2007-06-27 09:02:12 | Rating:

| Views: 177 | Comments: 0 | Tags: Real Estate; Home Buying

Hold off on major purchases!
Let’s look at this scenario. A young couple finds the house of their dreams. The perfect three-bedroom, two-bath ranch, with hardwood floors, a shiny updated kitchen and room for a workbench in the garage. The couple makes an offer, the offer is accepted and a closing date is set. They......Read More