Ed Kirkland - Articles

This article was written on behalf of Ed Kirkland, experienced realtor in the Cuchara Mountain real estate market. Contact him if you are looking for homes in the La Veta and Cuchara area.

Write About Real Estate for Money

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By: Ed Kirkland | 03/07/2008 | Blogging

Buying to Win: Negotiating a Positive Real Estate Purchase

Finding out what they want out of this transaction is important, because they might not just be motivated by getting every dollar they can squeeze out of the property. If you can come up with a solution to their problems, they might be more amenable to selling the property to you for your price. Read

By: Ed Kirkland | 03/07/2008 | Real Estate

Operation Malicious Mortgage Attacks!

The person buying the home is offered an exceptionally good rate on interest, but is then hit with exorbitantly high fees and bogus taxes. What started out as a great deal becomes crushing debt. One nasty note on this kind of fraud is that about half of the people fleeced by these people could have gotten a regular loan through a reputable lending institution. They just didn't check to see what their options were. Read

By: Ed Kirkland | 26/06/2008 | Mortgage

The Fertility of Real Estate

Unlike Europe, China, Japan and much of the Middle East, America's population was boasting a boom that would help her avoid a future of shrinking work forces- a gloomy prospect that naturally leads to low average birth rates and a viscous cycle of low socioeconomic morale. Read

By: Ed Kirkland | 26/06/2008 | Real Estate

Buyer Beware: Don't be Instantly Charmed by Curb Appeal

As a buyer although curb appeal might draw you in to go view a home, it's important not to get swept away by the pretty picture. Just as you would have the structure of house inspected, you'll also want to assess the landscaping in a similar way. Read

By: Ed Kirkland | 26/06/2008 | Real Estate

Homeowners: Make Your Home Safe for Baby

Here are some general ideas, that will provide safety for you child in their first 12 months. Of course not everything has to be done right away- but, whatever you can get done before baby's arrival will benefit you in the long run- as you're apt to be pretty busy once your child arrives. Read

By: Ed Kirkland | 26/06/2008 | Parenting

Wooden Wall Coverings

Are looking for an alternative to paint or wallpaper? For something totally different, try adding a wood wall covering. Wood exudes a warm feeling in a room that can be combined with any contemporary or traditional decorating scheme. Read

By: Ed Kirkland | 08/02/2008 | Home Improvement

Flat Pack Furniture: Practical or Just Amusing?

Flat pack furniture is a super trend for convenience and style. Made of wood, metal or even cardboard, flat pack furniture resembles those 3-d puzzles, coming in one flat piece, with pieces that are to be removed and assembled. Chairs and tables are the most common flat pack items, but there is even an entire flat pack house made from cardboard being marketed! Read

By: Ed Kirkland | 08/02/2008 | Real Estate