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"Real Estate" Articles this Month

1	Finding Peace and Relaxation in Your Potting Shed Written by: Tom Razor | Distributed: 2010-04-20 | Word Count: 330 | Page Views: 59 | Votes: 3 | Rating: 3.00 Have you ever had that feeling deep in the pit of your stomach that you just needed a place to get away for a while? Some place right in your own back yard where you could just get away and relax? Well, if you have a green thumb then you might be surprised to know that you can find peace and relaxation in your very own potting shed.
2	Architectural Lettering In Our Modern Age Written by: Morris Timlen | Distributed: 2008-11-11 | Word Count: 945 | Page Views: 54 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 2.67 In these days of discount stores, we are most familiar with the lettering we can buy at the store, which can be glued to any surface. But unless you are an architect, few people think about architectural lettering as a modern-day method of adding information to a landmark.
3	Understanding The Due On Sale Clause On Your Home Mortgage Written by: Cory Shrader | Distributed: 2009-02-04 | Word Count: 1835 | Page Views: 53 | Votes: 17 | Rating: 3.53 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.
4	9 Questions To Answer Before You Prepay Your Home Mortgage Written by: Frank Oakerson | Distributed: 2006-08-02 | Word Count: 1257 | Page Views: 51 | Votes: 12 | Rating: 2.25 We are all different. At different times in our lives we have different goals and needs. You can ask different experts in financial planning, Texas mortgage brokers, and your banker "should I prepay on my home mortgage?" and you will get answers from "that is the greatest idea" to "that will be the worst financial mistake you will ever make". So what is a person to do? Let us look at 9 things you need to consider and have answered before you "prepay your home mortgage".
5	Home Improvement Projects Can Increase The Value Of Your Home Written by: Emerson Lockwood | Distributed: 2010-06-17 | Word Count: 578 | Page Views: 50 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 3.22 Home improvement projects can improve the look and value of your home dramatically. Though in some cases, using a home improvement project as a way to increase the value of your home can actually backfire and cost you money. So how will you be able to tell if the project that you have planned will add to the value of your home or decrease the value of your home?
6	Amendments to Construction Lien Law in New Jersey Written by: Steven Nudelman, Esq | Distributed: 2011-07-25 | Word Count: 1136 | Page Views: 49 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.
7	Is Downtown Condo Living For You? Written by: Lynn MacKenzie | Distributed: 2008-02-22 | Word Count: 462 | Page Views: 49 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 2.67 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.
8	Dining Table Centerpieces Written by: Steve Dorboon | Distributed: 2010-04-13 | Word Count: 616 | Page Views: 49 | Votes: 3 | Rating: 2.00 Ever hosted a party at your home and didn't have a clue about how to 'dress up' your dining table? Not to worry - you're not alone. I recently hosted a barbecue, and while I made sure everything was completed before the guests arrived, there was one thing missing: a gorgeous centerpiece on my dining room table. I once believed the knack for decorating dining tables was a gift given to only a few people, until I conducted a Google search. Adorning your table with beautiful decorations is not only simple, but inexpensive also.
9	Hot Tub Installation Planning Guide Written by: Emerson Lockwood | Distributed: 2008-12-30 | Word Count: 1347 | Page Views: 48 | Votes: 11 | Rating: 3.27 Now that you have made the decision to purchase a hot tub, you need to think long and hard about where you will place your new hot tub. Basically, you have three choices for a location; indoors, outdoors or inside a screened in porch. The choice is completely up to you as to where you put it, but there are many considerations that you should take into account before you make your decision.
10	Mississauga, Ontario Real Estate and Trends Written by: Brayden Bassett | Distributed: 2007-06-14 | Word Count: 721 | Page Views: 46 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 2.20 The city of Mississauga, Ontario, Canada, is the sixth largest in that nation. With its relative proximity to the bustling city of Toronto, the population there has just exploded over the past several decades. The standard of living here in Mississauga is high, and therefore there are a lot of amenities which have flourished that provide the residents of the city with a fantastic lifestyle.
11	FHA Loans- Affordability Solutions for First Time Homebuyers Written by: Jared Martin | Distributed: 2008-06-05 | Word Count: 1131 | Page Views: 46 | Votes: 27 | Rating: 3.30 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.
12	The Uses and History of Interior Wood Columns Written by: Timothy Revis | Distributed: 2010-01-12 | Word Count: 3616 | Page Views: 45 | Votes: 4 | Rating: 2.25 The history of Interior Wood Columns and their varied uses for today's architecture.
13	Finding Irish Castles for Sale Written by: Patricia G. McKinney-Lins | Distributed: 2009-01-20 | Word Count: 635 | Page Views: 44 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 2.88 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!
14	The Advantage of Renewable Energy, and the Challenges Written by: M.S. Rochell | Distributed: 2010-07-27 | Word Count: 567 | Page Views: 40 | Votes: 3 | Rating: 3.00 The advantage of renewable energy sources such as solar power, wind energy, geothermal and hydropower and some of the challenges involved in using them.
15	Relocate to Dallas: High Value Real Estate, High Quality Living Written by: Darrell Self | Distributed: 2010-06-03 | Word Count: 768 | Page Views: 35 Buying or renting a home in Dallas means moving to a city with a lower cost of living than the national average, high real estate values, and superior educational and health options. Served by an international airport and characterized by ethnic diversity, Dallas is an excellent relocation choice.
16	Kitchen Nightmares and Disasters Written by: Bob Fischer | Distributed: 2009-10-27 | Word Count: 513 | Page Views: 34 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 2.60 This article shares some of the scariest kitchen renovation nightmare stories. Read before starting on your kitchen remodeling project.
17	The Cost Segregation Study Process for Achieving Real Estate Investment Tax Benefits Written by: Casey Moher | Distributed: 2008-07-22 | Word Count: 908 | Page Views: 32 | Votes: 13 | Rating: 3.38 Real estate investors and owners can greatly benefit from using cost segregation studies in order to accelerate the overall property depreciation. This may sound baffling at first glance, but when you realize the dramatic current income tax benefit, the advantages become much clearer.
18	How Foreclosures Work and Steps You Can Take To Avoid Foreclosure Written by: Jeff Spellman | Distributed: 2006-12-21 | Word Count: 1232 | Page Views: 31 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 2.50 A lender provides you with a mortgage and the home is considered to be collateral until you pay off the mortgage in full and with interest. If you stop making payments on your mortgage, the lender has the legal right to foreclose and take possession of your home in order to recoup the money that they originally loaned you.
19	Banks Do Not Want To Foreclose Your Home Written by: Arlo Mooney | Distributed: 2009-01-09 | Word Count: 1166 | Page Views: 31 | Votes: 12 | Rating: 2.58 When the phone is ringing every day and the bank is threatening to foreclose your home, because you are behind on payments, it is easy to believe that the banker is drooling over the possibility of foreclosing on your home. But you should know that the bank stands to lose a lot of money if they are forced to foreclose on your home. Read this article to learn the real truth about banks and foreclosures.
20	Understanding Real Estate Booms, Busts, and Bubbles - and How To Profit From Them Written by: Casey Moher | Distributed: 2008-07-31 | Word Count: 1802 | Page Views: 30 | Votes: 11 | Rating: 3.36 In this article, we will examine the life cycle of real estate booms and busts. We will also look at how real estate bubbles occur, and how to prevent yourself from being caught in one. And finally, we will look at how to profit from real estate in times of both boom and bust.
21	Buying Property In Italy On The Cheap Written by: Fabrizio Giglioli | Distributed: 2009-02-24 | Word Count: 511 | Page Views: 29 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 2.57 An Italian property expert offers invaluable tips on where to buy the cheapest properties in Tuscany.
22	Do It Yourself? You'd Better Think it Through! Written by: Robert Short | Distributed: 2006-08-29 | Word Count: 566 | Page Views: 29 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 2.29 So! You want to do your own concrete cutting, huh? My only piece of advice is: Sub it out. Professional concrete cutters make our lives so much simpler, and save us valuable time and money at the same time. Professional concrete cutters are set up to handle any size concrete sawing job, and even the small concrete cuts can cause big problems for an un-experienced worker.
23	Concrete - Mixing to Maximize Written by: Robert Short | Distributed: 2006-08-03 | Word Count: 721 | Page Views: 28 | Votes: 10 | Rating: 2.80 Mixing concrete can be a challenge, but it can be done without hiring a concrete professional. However, there are three points to consider before creating a concrete mix.
24	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: 28 | Votes: 11 | Rating: 3.18 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.
25	Ten Questions to Ask Your Realtor When Buying a Home Written by: Craig Elliott | Distributed: 2007-10-10 | Word Count: 619 | Page Views: 27 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 1.88 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.
26	Making Offers and Negotiating on Homes Written by: Clint Wooley | Distributed: 2007-01-09 | Word Count: 683 | Page Views: 27 | Votes: 12 | Rating: 2.92 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.
27	Buyer's Market, Seller's Market? A Market in Transition Written by: Clint Wooley | Distributed: 2007-01-16 | Word Count: 423 | Page Views: 27 | Votes: 11 | Rating: 2.64 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!
28	Buying Your First Investment Property Written by: Donna Robinson | Distributed: 2007-03-13 | Word Count: 812 | Page Views: 27 | Votes: 4 | Rating: 1.75 Most new investors understand that real estate is an investment vehicle that makes sense. We all know that many fortunes have been built with real estate. But when you are first getting started, all the available information can be very confusing.
29	Foreclosure Property: Homes Up To 30 Percent Off Written by: Robert Wade | Distributed: 2006-09-13 | Word Count: 329 | Page Views: 27 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 2.33 The key to real estate investing is acquiring property for a low price and selling or renting for profit.
30	Are You Suffering From Anemic Profitosis? Written by: Donna Robinson | Distributed: 2007-03-09 | Word Count: 794 | Page Views: 26 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.00 Is your investment income looking a bit pale and fatigued? Do you become nauseated at the site of your profit and loss statement? Are you itching to sell properties that are losing money? Chances are you're suffering from a lingering case of anemic profitosis.
31	Las Vegas Real Estate: High Stakes or High Gains? Written by: Mark Felder | Distributed: 2006-08-09 | Word Count: 243 | Page Views: 25 | Votes: 11 | Rating: 3.18 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...
32	Find The Right Property For Sale In Tuscany Written by: Alice Migliorini | Distributed: 2009-10-14 | Word Count: 529 | Page Views: 24 | Votes: 3 | Rating: 3.33 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.
33	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: 24 | Votes: 1 | Rating: 0.00 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.
34	Is Renting Better Than Buying, In This Economy? Written by: Mark Felder | Distributed: 2006-07-19 | Word Count: 315 | Page Views: 24 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 2.13 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.
35	Real Estate Investing: Real Estate - The Hidden Investment Written by: Robert Wade | Distributed: 2006-07-07 | Word Count: 303 | Page Views: 24 | Votes: 15 | Rating: 3.20 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?
36	How You Can Benefit from All The Foreclosures Written by: Bob Johnston | Distributed: 2008-11-05 | Word Count: 957 | Page Views: 24 | Votes: 12 | Rating: 2.75 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.
37	Is There A Perfect Storm Brewing For Single Family? Written by: Donna Robinson | Distributed: 2007-03-19 | Word Count: 921 | Page Views: 23 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 2.17 A glut of new construction combined with higher than normal resale inventory, plus a sharp increase in foreclosures is leading to massive oversupplies of single family housing in most areas of the country.
38	Closing on Your Home Written by: Clint Wooley | Distributed: 2007-01-08 | Word Count: 430 | Page Views: 23 | Votes: 10 | Rating: 3.50 The closing process of purchasing a home can be one of the most confusing parts. This article is an attempt to help first time home buyers understand the basics of the process to settle fears and anxieties about the process.
39	3 Powerful Negotiating Tips For Real Estate Investing Deals Written by: Peter Conti | Distributed: 2007-11-29 | Word Count: 702 | Page Views: 23 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 2.60 There are many aspects to investing in real estate that need to work like a symphony. All must do their part and perform well. And it doesn't matter if you're investing in homes or commercial property.
40	Sarasota Florida: Top Ten Reasons to Visit in 2009 Written by: John C Allen | Distributed: 2009-08-04 | Word Count: 877 | Page Views: 23 | Votes: 14 | Rating: 2.57 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.
41	The Landscape of a Baby Boomer! Written by: Catherine Wilson | Distributed: 2006-07-25 | Word Count: 728 | Page Views: 23 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 3.78 The estimated annual spending power of the baby boomers is $1 trillion dollars. The boomers have a lot of disposable income, they are educated, recognize quality and desire convenience. On the interior, their focus over the next few decades will span well beyond expanding doorways and one level houses. They not only desire convenience but they aspire to acquiring many of the "finer things of life". The buzz word for baby boomers is functionality.
42	360 Degrees Around The Window(c) Written by: Catherine Wilson | Distributed: 2006-06-27 | Word Count: 518 | Page Views: 22 | Votes: 14 | Rating: 2.36 Catherine Wilson, an Interior Designer in Atlanta, Georgia coined a new phase that the architectural, design, construction and building supply industry needs to capitalize on! It's the concept of "360 Degrees around the Window"(c).
43	Will the REAL Exclusive Buyer's Agent Please Stand Up? Written by: Julie P. Tuggle | Distributed: 2008-05-20 | Word Count: 1166 | Page Views: 21 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 2.60 What exactly is an Exclusive Buyer's Agent? The correct answer is: It depends on who you ask. In this article, we will review each of three scenarios.
44	How To Find The Best Real Estate For Sale In Tuscany Written by: Susanna Cardelli | Distributed: 2009-07-30 | Word Count: 580 | Page Views: 21 | Votes: 10 | Rating: 2.90 For those that have traveled to Tuscany and fallen in love with the region, it is not uncommon to harbor a dream of buying a home there. Where do you begin when you are in a position to realize the dream? As any decent real estate agent will tell you, there are three things to consider in real estate, "location, location, location." But American real estate agents have never had to deal with Italian bureaucracy.
45	Home Financing in a Foreclosure-Heavy Market Written by: Cory Shrader | Distributed: 2009-02-24 | Word Count: 936 | Page Views: 21 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 2.89 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.
46	Concrete Core Drills and Concrete Core Drilling Written by: Robert Short | Distributed: 2006-08-24 | Word Count: 480 | Page Views: 21 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 2.50 Concrete core drilling is the process of drilling perfectly round holes through concrete walls, floors and other concrete structures. Read on to learn more about this process that is used by commercial builders for commercial building improvements and home owners for home improvement projects...
47	Tips About Vacation Villas In Chianti, Tuscany Written by: Teresa Cambi | Distributed: 2009-10-15 | Word Count: 512 | Page Views: 20 | Votes: 2 | Rating: 2.50 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.
48	Harry Potter's Magic Can't Save The Home Building Industry...Or Florist's Stock In Landscaping And Bedding Plants Written by: Wesley Berry, AAF | Distributed: 2008-03-06 | Word Count: 433 | Page Views: 20 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 2.57 In fictional wizard Harry Potter's world it's possible to magic up almost anything-a tent that's ten times the size inside as it appears from the outside, a home where dishes do themselves and potatoes are peeled by an unmanned knife, and schools with staircases that move all on their own. But, it would seem that turning around the slump in the housing market would take some magic even more powerful than the boy wizard's.
49	Where's The Apartment Rental Vacancy Rate Going in Calgary? Written by: Lynn MacKenzie | Distributed: 2008-02-21 | Word Count: 507 | Page Views: 20 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 2.20 It appears that the rental vacancy rate in Calgary is dropping and it looks like things are returning to normal levels. The last 18 months or so was a stressful time for renters but it looks like its pretty much over. Canada Mortgage and Housing is forecasting a vacancy rate for Calgary in 2008 for rental properties of lease 2 percent but they predict that it could be even higher.
50	Top 5 Things You Can Do to Sell Your House Written by: Bob Johnston | Distributed: 2008-09-03 | Word Count: 761 | Page Views: 20 | Votes: 4 | Rating: 1.25 In the past couple years, the real estate market has been flagging and the economy overall has been floundering. With the economy where it is, it is becoming more and more difficult to sell your home at this time. If you want to sell your home for a great price, you are going to have to work hard to sell your home and to make it look desirable in today's market. While it may seem difficult to sell these days, there are things you can do to make your home an attractive buy for buyers today. Here are the top five things you need to do if you want to sell your home as soon as possible, even on a market that is on the downswing today.
51	Landlord Rights within the UK - Knowing Where You Stand Written by: J. Chippeck | Distributed: 2007-02-02 | Word Count: 985 | Page Views: 19 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 1.67 Being a landlord can be lucrative and it can give you a sense of pride in knowing that you actually own a property. However it can also be extremely stressful and expensive if any problems do arise and it is more than likely that they will!