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Is It Time to Upgrade the HVAC System in Your Home?
Today, we have some big news: you are finally ready to upgrade your HVAC system. And it is so long overdue, that your head is spinning at the thought of how much better your life will be when the replacement is complete. But before you break out the checkbook, you need to assess your home’s age, your current system, and your plans. Your HVAC system is tasked with keeping your house cool in the summer and cozy in the winter. But sometimes, your HVAC system suffers wear and tear, which needs to be replaced. How do you know if it is the right time to upgrade your system? Just follow…
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5 Benefits of a Pre-Listing Home Inspection
A pre-listing home inspection is a great place to start when buying a new home. It lets you find any potential problems before you hand over the money. It can also save you thousands of dollars when you are selling your house. A home inspection is a great way to get a feel for what the home you are buying will be like, and it can help you avoid problems that can drive up the cost of the deal. Here are the top five benefits of a pre-listing home inspection. The home inspection process is a vital part of the buying process. It can be helpful to have an unbiased…
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Why You Should Install Air Con in Your Home
Air conditioners work wonders for beating the heat. They cool down a room quickly and increase the comfort of your home. But did you know that installing an air conditioner also lowers the cost of your bills? Especially if your air conditioning needs work, like regular freon recharges or a new filter, the cost of operating your air conditioner can grow. Ideally, you want your air conditioner to last as long as possible and save you money. Air conditioners are not just a luxury. Without the right air conditioner, your home could be a very unhealthy place to live – especially during those scorching hot days in the spring and…
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What Do Home Inspectors Look for During an Inspection?
The inspection process can be intimidating and confusing, but there are some basic things that home inspectors will look for to determine the condition and living environment of a property. Since the inspector’s role is to ensure the building is safe and liveable for the people who will use it, it is important to know what to look for during the property’s inspection. An inspection is a process that takes place at the beginning of the buying/selling process. It’s a way for a home buyer or seller to learn about their prospective home’s condition. Inspectors look for things that could affect their ability to live in the home, like: If…
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Should You Stage a House When Selling?
The decision to stage a house is often debated among real estate agents since the idea of staging a property can raise some ethical questions. To begin with, staging is a big part of the job of being an agent, and the larger the house being sold, the more time and money they will spend on staging. But, is there a time and place for staging a house? It’s a question that we hear a lot, and it’s a question that most people hear that they shouldn’t – like staging is a waste of time or a big waste of money. The truth is that staged homes can work, and…
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Converting Your Garage: What to Consider
Before deciding to convert your garage into a space for storage, living space, or any part of your home, you may want to consider some key questions: What will you be using the space for? Where will it go? How will you complete the transition? If you’re interested in converting your garage into a place where you can store a variety of things, but don’t want to make massive changes, then you’re in the right place. Before you begin, here are some things to consider: When you convert your garage into a home, you’re working with a lot of space, so you need to be sure that everything you do…
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How to Create Passive Income with Real Estate
Real estate is a great resource for creating passive income. It’s not an investment, but it does produce some income and is usually a very stable source of income. This blog aims to teach you the tricks to creating passive income in the real estate industry. How much passive income can you expect from a rental property? Well, the answer depends on whether you own the property or are a tenant. According to a Harvard University study published in the Journal of Economic Perspectives entitled “Rental Income, Capitalization Rates and the Rich-Poor Wage Gap,” renting a two-bedroom apartment in the United States provides a minimum income equal to the federal…
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Should You Have an Extension or Conservatory to Extend Your Home?
Everyone wants to extend their home, whether it be to add extra rooms or make it larger. This is a perfect time to consider an extension or conservatory, which are the two most popular options on the market today. What does extension mean? Are you in need of an extension or a residential reconstruction? If you’re ever going to go ahead and do this kind of work, you’re going to have to have an expansion in your home’s surface area. While on the outside, it may seem counter-intuitive to build out an extended space, in this age of modern living, an extension sits hand-in-hand with the technology that allows us…
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How Hard Is It to Become a Real Estate Developer?
If you’re thinking about becoming a real estate developer, you’ll need to know how hard it is-and how long it will take you to make it happen. Most consumers don’t really think about the realities of becoming a real estate developer. The truth is, you’re probably going to need a college degree, significant experience, and a ton of money before you can make it happen. You need to know how long it will take and what types of education and experience you’ll need. Becoming a real estate developer is no easy task. Having the requisite skills can be a challenge in and of itself. Additionally, a host of business skills…
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The Best and Worst Times to Sell Your Home?
As the housing market grows, more and more people are finding themselves faced with a decision about selling their homes. It can be stressful for anyone, but it’s important to know when to sell and when to hold off. The best time to sell your home is when you buy it, i.e., wait until you have found your ideal home unless you are moving. If you move before you find the house that you want to buy, you could unintentionally find yourself in a worse situation than you were in previously. What is the Best Time to Sell Your Home? When it comes to buying, selling, and buying again, timing…
