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The Story Behind National Style Homes
National-style homes are common across the nation, but not always easy to identify. That's because they tend to mix several pre-Victorian era building styles, as well as Native American building traditions. The result is a surprisingly simple and elegant architectural form that's great for building attractive, affordable homes, and has just enough ornamental appeal to work on high-end custom homes. Read
By: Richard Soto | 23/01/2008 | Real Estate
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Going International With Fiabci
When real estate markets go international, FIABCI helps agents and brokers make the transition. This organization, known in longhand as the International Real Estate Federation, is spreading from city to city across America, and it's changing the way many industry professionals do business. Read
By: Richard Soto | 23/01/2008 | Real Estate
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Home Furnishings Can be Green Too
Furnishing your home with environmentally friendly products doesn't have to be costly or time consuming. As demand grows for these furnishings more companies are producing them, and some are switching their inventories over completely. Read
By: Richard Soto | 14/01/2008 | Interior Design
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Getting More From your Real Estate Blog
Blogging may not ever go mainstream in real estate, and that's a good thing for those who practice the art. In an industry where fast results are preferred and successful people usually have more client turnover, those who take time to document the market and offer their thoughts will likely always be in the minority, and stand out as a result. Read
By: Richard Soto | 14/01/2008 | Real Estate
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Marketing your Home Over the Holidays
It's hard to imagine selling a home at Christmas time; especially with all the parties, shopping, and family obligations, who has the time for open houses? Some realtors are of the belief that it makes more sense to temporarily take your house off the market until the New Year, but there are others who believe this is a missed opportunity. Read
By: Richard Soto | 10/12/2007 | Real Estate
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Get your Home's Exterior Ready for Winter
Preparing your home for winter means getting ready for everything from rain, light snowfall, to a full-blown blizzard. You never know what the winter months will bring, so it's a good idea to prepare the exterior of your home before the weather gets really ugly, and the holidays are in full swing. Read
By: Richard Soto | 27/11/2007 | Home Improvement
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Home Security: Alarm Systems
You've just bought a new home, and filled it with your most beloved personal treasures. Now you need to protect your investment, and by taking a few simple steps, you can ensure that your home stays safe. One of the most effective ways to safeguard your home is to install an alarm. Read
By: Richard Soto | 01/11/2007 | Real Estate
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Burglar Repellant: Make your Home a Hard Target
Buying a home alarm system can definitely be a wise investment, but there are other things you can do to protect your home from intruders. Dissuade criminals by making your home a hard target. Read
By: Richard Soto | 01/11/2007 | Home Security
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Home Buyers Cash in on Market Slump
It's no secret that real estate is experiencing a market slump; in fact sales are lower than they've been in 16 years. Wall Street economists compile a seasonal market forecast; a rating higher than 50 indicate a positive market. Read
By: Richard Soto | 09/10/2007 | Real Estate
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The Haves Vs. the Have Nots: How the Luxury Real Estate Market is Winning the Game
While the rest of the national real estate market is taking a turn for the worse, high end properties are continuing to sell. In fact, luxury sales in many markets are booming right now. Read
By: Richard Soto | 28/09/2007 | Real Estate