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Marci McFarland - ArticlesMarci McFarland is a Sarasota real estate agent with a broad professional approach. Her unique insight into the various lifestyle requirements of her clients, combined with an intimate knowledge of her service area including Downtown Sarasota real estate, make her an ideal choice for families and investors alike.
Rent Or Own? The Fallacy Behind Conventional Rent Vs. Own CalculatorsThe New York Times has a rent vs. buy calculator that is easy to use and deceptively simple to understand. It tells me that, in some cases, it is never a better investment to buy for $1000 a month when I can rent for $750. On the surface, that may be true. $1000 a month, plus whatever I put forth as a down payment is definitely more than $750 a month. Or is it? Consider A Natural Latex MattressDid you know that latex is a natural material? Made from Hevea brasiliensis, more commonly known as the rubber tree, this product featured in all sorts of items until it was largely replaced by synthetic latex, which is synthesized from petroleum. Today, thought, natural latex is making a comeback, as the demand for naturally and sustainably produced goods is rising. The 4-week Packing PlanIt helps to break the packing and moving ordeal into stages that can be got through with less fuss than a 24-hour grind. You’ll be less stressed, things will be more organized and moving day will go a lot smoother. Buy an Apartment and Improve Your Financial Future!For people on the go, a low-maintenance home is ideal. Apartments don’t usually require that you do much more than keep the balcony clean, if that. The time that it takes to mow the lawn, prune the hedges or wash the exterior of the building is time that someone else will be taking, not you. Buying a Fsbo: What to Expect, What to Watch forGet permission from the seller for a C.L.U.E. ("Comprehensive Loss Underwriting Exchange") report. The report will show you the consumer claim information concerning the home. If a seller hasn't had their home checked out before, this can reveal some startling information for all concerned, so it's valuable information. The C.L.U.E. keeps up to 5 years of property claims history. 5 Cheapskate Tips for Staging Your Spare RoomFreecycle.org is a non-profit organization that began for the purpose of enabling people to get rid of unwanted items without sending them to a landfill. There are groups all over the world. Craigslist and other ad sites are another alternative. Many people are just trying to get rid of their stuff, hopefully for a few bucks. Much of this is perfect for staging purposes. Thrift stores are another cheap option. Walking the Tightrope: Balancing Your Home Life and Life as a RealtorTo avoid the wonderful world of burnout and the if-you-only-knew speech that you feel obligated to give people who rave about your supposed freedom, it is imperative that you start giving yourself as much time as you give your clients... or more. In order to be a good Realtor, you need to take care of yourself and what is important to you. Cozy condos, palatial properties and stunning views can only take you so far. Buying Your First Castle in the AirThere's a lot you can do to improve it, including getting help (although you may want to think twice about going to a credit counselor, because that goes on your report and doesn't look that great - unless your credit is horrible to begin with). A surprisingly short period of work can result in a significant jump in your credit rating. Renovations and Those Darn Trees!Another problem that has to be considered when planning to remove a tree is the after-effects. If you just get a chainsaw and cut it down, many of the roots will obviously be left in the ground. Once these roots decay, you may have a hole after a few years that your house can subside into - then you'll need more than a reno! Wells: What to Look Out forInquire with the previous owners about the well's history: when was it drilled, what is its depth, how are the pump and wellhead functioning, when was the water last tested, what was it tested for and what were the results, also, is there a filtration system in place? There should be a well log that contains a record of who drilled the well, who commissioned it (ie, the owner at the time) it's exact location and other relevant details.
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