Understanding Appraisals
by Mark Sumpter. There are three basic types of appraisals: sales comparison, cost, and income capitalization. * Sales Comparison: the sales comparison method estimates a property's value by comparing it to similar properties that recently sold in the area. Th...
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Hud: Things That you Need to Know
by John Slimak. If you are considering purchasing a home through the HUD (Housing and Urban Development) program you will need to understand that it is a very different procedure than buying a home on the open market. There are a myriad of issues concerning the app...
Sale By Owner
by Kim Lee. One of the biggest challenges of for sale by owner real is getting the word out about your property. Believe it or not, this is the one area that a lot of people struggle with; even though it can be quite easy. For most people, the obvious way to se...
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Highest and Best Use Analysis
by Patrick O'Connor. Highest and Best Use AnalysisHighest and best use analysis can assist an owner in maximizing return. Highest and best use analysis can be performed for acreage, site development, and for improved properties. Research and planning can substantially i...
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Fed Needs To Cut Rates More
by Mike Colpitts. The Federal Reserve Board of Governors needs to quickly cut interest rates further in order to stop the U.S. housing market slow down from worsening and avert a national recession, according to a new report by Housing Predictor.The Fed finally acted...
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Writing an Offer to Purchase
by Brian Habel. Congratulations! You have chosen your favorite home in your home buying adventure. Now, you can write up the contract or head back to the office. The following really depends on the area so check with local professionals deemed by local (sometimes...
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Get Me Some Cheap Flights and Fast!
by philip smith. The boss has just asked you to book her some cheap flights! It's every personal assistant's nightmare, being expected to perform a task at the speed of light, when you have never done it before but certainly never let on in your resume. Making trave...
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Polaris World: Heaven is Here
by Brittney Jackeline. It wouldn't be wrong to associate Polaris World with golf. Whenever the name Polaris World is taken, it excites the golfers and golf lovers. However, one would do well to remember that Polaris World has much more to offer than mere golf. There is a ...
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Buy My House- Please!
by Webmaster. Selling a house can be a tricky proposition and many people will find themselves lingering in their old home long after the time when they are ready to move onto their new one! There are many reasons that you might not have been able to sell your h...
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Polaris World - Holed Up in Paradise
by Brittney Jackeline. Whenever you think of siesta, you have one name that strikes you the most - Spain. The surreal and beautiful land of the most exotic beaches and an undying spirit of cultural extravaganza is undoubtedly a Mecca for most tourists of the world. Now, i...
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Avoiding Sour Negotiations
by Dane. Negotiating can be tough. It is more an art of applying techniques to each unique transaction rather than cut and dry responses. With home sales, each home has a person behind it with emotions that can be triggered either positively or negatively....
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A Check on Vertical Growth
by Propertiesmls. Concerned over the unbridled growth of apartments following the entry of the private players in the housing sector, the town and country planning department has framed comprehensive regulations to discourage new structures along the main highways an...
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Dont Ignore your Floors!
by Andy Asbury. If you want to make a big impact in as few steps as possible, start at the bottom. Making the right choice in flooring can add value to your condo that will not only increase your enjoyment while you live in it, but also increase the resale value wh...
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Highrises - Fact, Fiction, Fun, and for Sale
by Brian Enright. Unlike the term "skyscraper", the term "highrise" has a fairly widely accepted definition, though the definition DOES vary somewhat depending on the perspective of the definer. According to Emporis, a real estate data firm headquartered in Germany, ...
Selling - Improving Your Curb Appeal
by Lee Keadle. When potential buyers drive up to your house, the first thing they see is the front of your house. And, buyers know that usually the exterior of the house is a good indicator of the inside of the house. The old saying that you shouldn't judge a book...
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Business Valuations
by Patrick O'Connor. Business Valuation / Business Enterprise AppraisalsBusiness valuations are performed using methodology similar to the process for real estate appraisals. However in business valuation, the data sources are different. Further, there are nuances in th...
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Effects of a Floor Plan Done Right
by Bill Black. Have you ever seen one of those homes where no matter how the furniture is arranged the home just feels crowded and awkward? It is unfortunate when this occurs and generally in order to fix this problem some renovation is in order. When thinking abo...
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