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Illinois New Homes Prices At Historic Lows
New construction is one facet of the real estate industry that's been hit particularly hard by the market downturn. Builders have had to respond to low interest by slashing prices. The big question is: how low can it go? Back in 2005, the new construction scene in the Fox Valley was... Read
By: Eric Rogers | 02/06/2008 | Real Estate
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Illinois New Home Prices Reach Historic Lows
New construction is one facet of the real estate industry that’s been hit particularly hard by the market downturn. Builders have had to respond to low interest by slashing prices. The big question is: how low can it go? Read
By: Eric Rogers | 23/05/2008 | Real Estate
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The Reserves At Tanner Trails Is Popular With North Aurora Home Buyers
For buyers seeking a new home in the suburban Chicagoland area, finding the right community is an important thing. Those communities close to local transportation - especially the Metra system - immediately stand out as great choices for area commuters. Illinois new construction has slowed in the past couple years as... Read
By: Eric Rogers | 20/05/2008 | Real Estate
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Selling Your Home - The Dangers Of Pricing Too High
You probably have lots of emotion "built in" to your house. Maybe you fixed it up, or you raised your children there. Your home is your "special" place. However, when it's time to sell, don't let emotion play a roll in your pricing decision! Many sellers don't understand that overpricing can... Read
By: Eric Rogers | 03/05/2007 | Real Estate
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Staying Safe While Selling Your Home By Owner
Image the following situation: you are home with your children while your spouse is away when you hear a knock on the door. It's someone who saw your yard sign while driving by and wishes to take a tour of your home. You are now faced with a situation that... Read
By: Eric Rogers | 06/04/2007 | Real Estate
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Choosing A Real Estate Agent - 10 Things You Must Know
Hiring a real estate agent to market and sell your home is an extremely important decision. For most people, your home is your primary asset - you need to choose the best real estate agent available to help you protect the equity you have built in your investment. Buyers have... Read
By: Eric Rogers | 29/03/2007 | Real Estate
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10 Inexpensive Outdoor Fixes To Help Sell Your Home
Many experts recommend updating your home's exterior to improve your chances to sell. Rightfully so! Most of the fixes you can do outdoors that will pay big dividends at closing are low cost and relatively easy to accomplish with a minimum amount of tools. Several popular TV programs focus on improving... Read
By: Eric Rogers | 18/03/2007 | Real Estate
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Save The Money - Sell The House - 10 Inexpensive Things To Help You Sell The Indoors
If you're ready to put your home on the market, it's time to look at the inside of your home with a critical eye. The good news is that there are many very simple, inexpensive projects you can do that will greatly improve a buyer's opinion of your home. Several popular... Read
By: Eric Rogers | 16/03/2007 | Real Estate
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High Risk Mortgages -- Was 2006 A Wakeup Call?
2006 will be known in the annals of real estate as the year of the slump. Home values fell in many markets around the country -- in some cases, significantly. This negative appreciation will, without a doubt, have a lasting effect on borrowers with high-risk mortgages. But will the hardships... Read
By: Eric Rogers | 08/03/2007 | Real Estate
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Real Estate Rebound Of 2007 - Has It Already Started?
As we head into the first month of spring, there is no doubt -- real estate activity has increased significantly in many parts of the country. This leaves many to wonder: is this the beginning of the end of the real estate market downturn? The spring market is looming --... Read
By: Eric Rogers | 05/03/2007 | Real Estate