Closing on Your Home

Questions to Ask Your Realtor
Written by: Clint Wooley | Distributed: 2007-01-23 | Word Count: 380 | Page Views: 3691 | Votes: 10 | Rating: 1.30
When you begin your search for a new home, especially if you are a first time home buyer, choosing the right Realtor may be the most important decision you make.

Reasons to Be Pre-approved
Written by: Clint Wooley | Distributed: 2007-01-18 | Word Count: 322 | Page Views: 3588 | Votes: 14 | Rating: 2.07
Taking the time to apply for a mortgage before beginning your home search and being able to make offers based on a pre-approval can speed the buying process and give you additional negotiating power.

Buyer's Market, Seller's Market? A Market in Transition
Written by: Clint Wooley | Distributed: 2007-01-16 | Word Count: 423 | Page Views: 3948 | Votes: 19 | Rating: 2.37
The national home market is in transition at the moment, most markets already showing signs of slowing and increased inventory. Now may be the best time to buy!

Finding the Perfect Home - Does it Exist?
Written by: Clint Wooley | Distributed: 2007-01-11 | Word Count: 396 | Page Views: 3640 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 2.00
There is no 'perfect home', but there is the 'best' home to suit your needs...here are some tips to keep in mind during your search for a new home.

Understanding the Mortgage Process
Written by: Clint Wooley | Distributed: 2007-01-10 | Word Count: 652 | Page Views: 3572 | Votes: 18 | Rating: 2.28
Understanding what will happen during the process of applying for a mortgage through closing can remove some of the anxiety of an already stressful venture. This is a brief, but useful overview that was created from real-world situations.

Making Offers and Negotiating on Homes
Written by: Clint Wooley | Distributed: 2007-01-09 | Word Count: 683 | Page Views: 4000 | Votes: 20 | Rating: 2.55
A realistic approach to making offers and negotiating to get the most home for your money, this article has everyday, practical suggestions about how to make offers and negotiate through your Realtor.

Why You Should Buy a Home Now
Written by: Clint Wooley | Distributed: 2007-01-09 | Word Count: 588 | Page Views: 3897 | Votes: 11 | Rating: 2.73
These days there is literally too much information for first time homebuyers to make a decision sometimes. Fear can prevent first time home buyers from ever acting on their dream of home ownership. When you look at facts, though, buying a home makes as much sense now as it ever has.

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Amendments to Construction Lien Law in New Jersey
Written by: Steven Nudelman, Esq | Distributed: 2011-07-25 | Word Count: 1136 | Page Views: 5604 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 0.40
Based on a report issued by the New Jersey Law Revision Commision, a revision to the Construction Lien Law was signed by Governor Christie in January, 2011.

Saving Time and Money Working with a Real Estate Buyer's Agent
Written by: Darrell Self | Distributed: 2010-05-06 | Word Count: 926 | Page Views: 3969 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 0.83
Consumers interested in residential real estate too often make the mistake of answering a "homes for sale" ad rather than carefully hiring a buyer's agent to protect their interests and to help them make the best purchase for their needs, tastes, and finances.

How To Buy Real Estate in Mexico
Written by: Fernanda Rodriguez | Distributed: 2009-10-15 | Word Count: 1059 | Page Views: 4286 | Votes: 10 | Rating: 2.50
Buying property in Mexico has become more popular every year. Whether you would like to purchase a vacation home or are planning on retiring there, owning real estate in Mexico is easy and safe. With its incredible natural resources, rapidly improving economy and modern facilities and infrastructure, Mexico is the place to make your dream home a reality. This article will answer most of your questions about buying real estate in Mexico.

Tips About Vacation Villas In Chianti, Tuscany
Written by: Teresa Cambi | Distributed: 2009-10-15 | Word Count: 512 | Page Views: 3485 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 2.25
Travelers who enjoy wine, food, beautiful scenery and a relaxed pace will love Chianti. Not only is the region home to its namesake wine which is one of the most beloved and popular wines in the world, but it is also home to some of the most characteristic farmhouses and villas in Tuscany.

Find The Right Property For Sale In Tuscany
Written by: Alice Migliorini | Distributed: 2009-10-14 | Word Count: 529 | Page Views: 3583 | Votes: 11 | Rating: 2.36
All the basics as far as real estate are essentially the same. If you are buying a condo in Miami or a property in the rolling hills of Tuscany you follow the same road. The road just meanders a little bit more when you deal with purchasing a house in Italy rather than the US.

Sarasota Florida: Top Ten Reasons to Visit in 2009
Written by: John C Allen | Distributed: 2009-08-04 | Word Count: 877 | Page Views: 4803 | Votes: 20 | Rating: 2.30
An abundance of visitors from around the world visit Sarasota each year to enjoy all of the amenities this small city on the Gulf Coast of Florida has to offer. Each year, Sarasota's warm climate attracts "snowbirds" down to the Sunshine State for its high season from January through March. Visitors and residents alike enjoy the city's internationally recognized cultural amenities matching those of the nation's largest cities. A world-class destination, Sarasota, Florida has many reasons to live, work and play in this gorgeous coastal setting.

Longboat Key Florida: How to Make the Most of Your Visit
Written by: John C Allen | Distributed: 2009-07-30 | Word Count: 625 | Page Views: 4866 | Votes: 19 | Rating: 2.63
Longboat Key Florida is an 11-mile long island that borders the Gulf of Mexico to its west and the calm waters of Sarasota Bay on to its east. The 8,000 permanent residents of Longboat Key live in a variety of residential styles from condominiums, townhouses, small single-family homes to luxury waterfront estates. While providing activities such as beachcombing, walking, swimming and fishing, the Key is manicured and secluded allowing a relaxing lifestyle. Longboat Key is known throughout the world for its outstanding beaches, sweeping water views, excellent dining, great weather, luxury lifestyles and don't forget the sensational sunsets.

Lake Toxaway Homes for Sale - Your Dream Home Away From It All
Written by: Alan Nilen | Distributed: 2009-04-30 | Word Count: 472 | Page Views: 3562 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.17
Lake Toxaway NC provides quiet living away from it all, with natural beauty wherever you look. It's the perfect place to live, to retire, or just to own that summer home that takes you away from the hustle of your busy life.

Buying Property In Italy On The Cheap
Written by: Fabrizio Giglioli | Distributed: 2009-02-24 | Word Count: 511 | Page Views: 5064 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 2.11
An Italian property expert offers invaluable tips on where to buy the cheapest properties in Tuscany.

Home Financing in a Foreclosure-Heavy Market
Written by: Cory Shrader | Distributed: 2009-02-24 | Word Count: 936 | Page Views: 4066 | Votes: 17 | Rating: 2.47
Getting a home loan from a bank is becoming more difficult with each passing day in today's home marketplace. But, what if you have a good deposit now and you need a home now, not five years down the line or whenever the housing market picks back up? Do you have any options? In short, yes.

FHA Loans- Affordability Solutions for First Time Homebuyers
Written by: Jared Martin | Distributed: 2008-06-05 | Word Count: 1131 | Page Views: 8903 | Votes: 29 | Rating: 3.10
This article discusses the features of the FHA loan, both good and bad, and presents the circumstances under which it’s a beneficial program to the homebuyer.

Understanding The Due On Sale Clause On Your Home Mortgage
Written by: Cory Shrader | Distributed: 2009-02-04 | Word Count: 1835 | Page Views: 7866 | Votes: 25 | Rating: 3.20
The Due On Sale Clause is among the most frequently misunderstood and most-feared legal terms in American contractual law. In this article, we are going to take a look at what it is, what it is not, and how to avoid violating it.

Is Downtown Condo Living For You?
Written by: Lynn MacKenzie | Distributed: 2008-02-22 | Word Count: 462 | Page Views: 6251 | Votes: 10 | Rating: 1.70
In the last year there has been an increase in the number of buyers moving into downtown condominiums. With the closeness of amenities and affordable prices it's easy to understand why buyers want to live in a condo for sale in Calgary. Many buyers see condo living as an attractive option because of the traffic congestion nightmares, the longer commuting times and the ever increasing construction of the Calgary roads.

Residential Builders Need to Re-create the Leave it to Beaver Lifestyle
Written by: Catherine Wilson | Distributed: 2006-07-31 | Word Count: 566 | Page Views: 5982 | Votes: 21 | Rating: 2.62
Do you ever wonder where the neighborhoods went that held the picket fences, window boxes brimming with flowers, uniquely designed houses, sidewalks, canopied streets shaded with 100 year old oak trees, front porches, swings and homes placed close enough so that neighbors can be neighbors? In our fast paced, electronic, motorized world a simpler way of live is one that many desire.

Finding Irish Castles for Sale
Written by: Patricia G. McKinney-Lins | Distributed: 2009-01-20 | Word Count: 635 | Page Views: 5745 | Votes: 19 | Rating: 2.11
It is possible to find an Irish castle for sale. If you are determined, patient, and have the resources, you can buy a castle in Ireland. If you do the research and are committed to the project, you can own a very special property!

Buying And Selling a Home During a Credit Crunch
Written by: Cory Shrader | Distributed: 2009-01-27 | Word Count: 1580 | Page Views: 5632 | Votes: 15 | Rating: 2.07
As President Obama is taking office, many people who had hoped to buy a home in 2008 or 2009 are stressing as to whether a bank will be found, which will finance a home purchase.

Amendments to Construction Lien Law in New Jersey
Written by: Steven Nudelman, Esq | Distributed: 2011-07-25 | Word Count: 1136 | Page Views: 5604 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 0.40
Based on a report issued by the New Jersey Law Revision Commision, a revision to the Construction Lien Law was signed by Governor Christie in January, 2011.

Is Renting Better Than Buying, In This Economy?
Written by: Mark Felder | Distributed: 2006-07-19 | Word Count: 315 | Page Views: 5217 | Votes: 10 | Rating: 1.80
With the real estate market changing dramatically in the past few years and some regional markets more than doubling in property value, is it a good time to buy property? Consider the factors: real estate has increased in value while interest rates have dropped to record lows.

Ten Questions to Ask Your Realtor When Buying a Home
Written by: Craig Elliott | Distributed: 2007-10-10 | Word Count: 619 | Page Views: 5114 | Votes: 10 | Rating: 1.50
When buying a home, the questions you ask your realtor are crucial. Your realtor is assisting you with an important financial matter, so you need to be sure that the decision is in your best interest. The following are ten questions you should be asking as you are working with a realtor or before you hire them to assist you.

Buying Property In Italy On The Cheap
Written by: Fabrizio Giglioli | Distributed: 2009-02-24 | Word Count: 511 | Page Views: 5064 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 2.11
An Italian property expert offers invaluable tips on where to buy the cheapest properties in Tuscany.

Why Parties Engage in Real Estate Litigation
Written by: Austen Koberstein | Distributed: 2007-01-09 | Word Count: 712 | Page Views: 4325 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 3.25
Owning a home is a big part of the American Dream. For many people, this will be their ultimate investment. Therefore, it is no wonder that homeowners do not blink twice when it comes to protecting their most valuable possession. These days, real estate litigation is to the property owner, what the mamma bear is to her cub.

Understanding The Due On Sale Clause On Your Home Mortgage
Written by: Cory Shrader | Distributed: 2009-02-04 | Word Count: 1835 | Page Views: 7866 | Votes: 25 | Rating: 3.20
The Due On Sale Clause is among the most frequently misunderstood and most-feared legal terms in American contractual law. In this article, we are going to take a look at what it is, what it is not, and how to avoid violating it.

Lake Toxaway Homes for Sale - Your Dream Home Away From It All
Written by: Alan Nilen | Distributed: 2009-04-30 | Word Count: 472 | Page Views: 3562 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.17
Lake Toxaway NC provides quiet living away from it all, with natural beauty wherever you look. It's the perfect place to live, to retire, or just to own that summer home that takes you away from the hustle of your busy life.

FHA Loans- Affordability Solutions for First Time Homebuyers
Written by: Jared Martin | Distributed: 2008-06-05 | Word Count: 1131 | Page Views: 8903 | Votes: 29 | Rating: 3.10
This article discusses the features of the FHA loan, both good and bad, and presents the circumstances under which it’s a beneficial program to the homebuyer.

Las Vegas Real Estate: High Stakes or High Gains?
Written by: Mark Felder | Distributed: 2006-08-09 | Word Count: 243 | Page Views: 4061 | Votes: 12 | Rating: 2.92
Las Vegas Real Estate has certainly become a buyer's market in recent months, especially for condominiums. Real estate investors grabbed property at just about any cost during the real estate boom this past year, boosting prices 137 percent over 2000 levels, states USA Today's Noelle Knox...

Real Estate Investing: Real Estate - The Hidden Investment
Written by: Robert Wade | Distributed: 2006-07-07 | Word Count: 303 | Page Views: 3880 | Votes: 17 | Rating: 2.88
With REITs and 1031 Exchanges, real estate investing can be confusing landscape. But It's also a fun and challenging opportunity. What exactly is it, and why has it made so many millionaires in this latest boom?

Longboat Key Florida: How to Make the Most of Your Visit
Written by: John C Allen | Distributed: 2009-07-30 | Word Count: 625 | Page Views: 4866 | Votes: 19 | Rating: 2.63
Longboat Key Florida is an 11-mile long island that borders the Gulf of Mexico to its west and the calm waters of Sarasota Bay on to its east. The 8,000 permanent residents of Longboat Key live in a variety of residential styles from condominiums, townhouses, small single-family homes to luxury waterfront estates. While providing activities such as beachcombing, walking, swimming and fishing, the Key is manicured and secluded allowing a relaxing lifestyle. Longboat Key is known throughout the world for its outstanding beaches, sweeping water views, excellent dining, great weather, luxury lifestyles and don't forget the sensational sunsets.

Residential Builders Need to Re-create the Leave it to Beaver Lifestyle
Written by: Catherine Wilson | Distributed: 2006-07-31 | Word Count: 566 | Page Views: 5982 | Votes: 21 | Rating: 2.62
Do you ever wonder where the neighborhoods went that held the picket fences, window boxes brimming with flowers, uniquely designed houses, sidewalks, canopied streets shaded with 100 year old oak trees, front porches, swings and homes placed close enough so that neighbors can be neighbors? In our fast paced, electronic, motorized world a simpler way of live is one that many desire.

How You Can Benefit from All The Foreclosures
Written by: Bob Johnston | Distributed: 2008-11-05 | Word Count: 957 | Page Views: 3703 | Votes: 13 | Rating: 2.54
Foreclosures are at an all time high and people are getting scared. One look at the markets over the last few weeks will tell you the tale. Is it possible that a person could actually prosper in times like these? Are there opportunities in the foreclosure market that we are missing? It is possible; there have been many people who started their fortunes during tough economic times.

How To Buy Real Estate in Mexico
Written by: Fernanda Rodriguez | Distributed: 2009-10-15 | Word Count: 1059 | Page Views: 4286 | Votes: 10 | Rating: 2.50
Buying property in Mexico has become more popular every year. Whether you would like to purchase a vacation home or are planning on retiring there, owning real estate in Mexico is easy and safe. With its incredible natural resources, rapidly improving economy and modern facilities and infrastructure, Mexico is the place to make your dream home a reality. This article will answer most of your questions about buying real estate in Mexico.