Gina Labarbera - Articles

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Signs of Problems When Buying a House
When buying a home, some people put more importance on the color of the walls than the condition of the roof. Paint color is an easy thing to change, but replacing a roof is a costly undertaking. Always hire a trained home inspector before you finally purchase a home, but use these tips as a guideline to help you weed out some of the potentially serious problems during the first walk-through. Read
By: Gina Labarbera | 26/02/2008 | Real Estate
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Get in the Zone With Your Kitchen
The kitchen has become an increasingly important area in our homes. In fact, this one little room has a lot going on. It typically provides a gathering place where family and friends share meals and company, as well as a place to prepare those dishes. Read
By: Gina Labarbera | 26/02/2008 | Kitchens
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Getting a Mortgage: Dos and Don'ts
So you've established a great credit rating and are ready to visit a lending institution to see about getting pre-qualified for a mortgage. Here's a few tips for what to do or not do. Read
By: Gina Labarbera | 22/01/2008 | Mortgage
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Getting a Mortgage: Establishing Credit
One of the keys to getting a mortgage is having good credit, and the easiest way to establish good credit is to acquire a credit card or small loan, and then pay it back on schedule. With a credit card, it isn't enough to simply have it. Read
By: Gina Labarbera | 22/01/2008 | Mortgage
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Spending or Saving your Home Equity - Part 2
In Part 1 ways to accumulate home equity were discussed, both incidental and deliberate; and in Part 2 how to access it is investigated. Read
By: Gina Labarbera | 12/12/2007 | Real Estate
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Saving or Spending your Homeowners Equity - Part 1
Need to raise some cash? Whether you have had your home for a long time, or a short time, you may still have usable equity invested in it. One reason is because equity can accrue without any effort on your part. Read
By: Gina Labarbera | 12/12/2007 | Real Estate
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A Clutter-free Christmassy Condo
It is a dilemma whether or not to decorate your condo for Christmas. You know that it will make the condo feel more crowded, but it is irresistible to add a few 'bits'. Read
By: Gina Labarbera | 30/11/2007 | Holidays
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The Beauty of Bamboo
Bamboo floors, clothing, furniture, even towels! If you haven't heard the bamboo buzz by now, you have to wonder where you've been. This fast growing grass (one of fastest growing plants on the planet, in fact) is being touted as the miracle material for its renew ability; its ability to resist mold, bugs and water; and its natural anti fungal and antibacterial properties. Read
By: Gina Labarbera | 30/11/2007 | Remodeling
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First Impressions
The front door, front porch if you have one, front yard and driveway all assume major importance when you have your home on the market. This is the first impression that your prospective buyer forms of the home that you are selling. In reality these areas make a statement at any time, about you and your home and family. Read
By: Gina Labarbera | 30/11/2007 | Real Estate
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Landscaping to Beautify your Home
Although cold weather is creeping in to most places in the United States, it isn't a time to forget about the garden. On the contrary, fall is a great time for yard work. Read
By: Gina Labarbera | 14/11/2007 | Gardening