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Welcome.
Welcome to the October 2011 edition of “At Home with HouseHunt,” a monthly consumer newsletter produced by HouseHunt.com. Each month we bring you helpful articles to assist you in the process of buying and selling real estate. We'll share how using HouseHunt.com is a perfect resource for your next real estate transaction.
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Setting the Right Asking Price Could Be a Moving Target
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Market value is a tricky number, especially in these up-and-mostly down economic times. Comparable-sales data doesn’t always provide a good guide to a home's value, which makes setting an asking price a moving target in some instances.
Nearby homes that have sold in the past six months or so might be different from yours in appearance or condition, and there might be too few recent sales to get a proper valuation. That being said, you won't have much chance of getting a premium price on a cookie-cutter condo if identical units have sold for less
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Newcomers Must Have Their Financial House in Order
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No matter whether times are booming or bombing, being a first-time home buyer can be a nerve-wracking experience. It was true during sky-high interest rates in the 1980s. It was true when the real estate market was thriving in 2005. And it’s true today with prices, interest rates and mortgage forecasts seemingly fluctuating from month to month.
Newcomers to the market often worry about the cost of buying, the process and what it will mean to be a homeowner. It’s typically the biggest financial responsibility a person will undertake, and it starts with the cost of a down payment and closing costs and continues with mortgage payments and annual maintenance and repairs
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Help Your Home Sell By Making it More Appealing
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If you’re trying to sell your home these days, you’ve got a lot of competition. Making your home stand out becomes all the more important when potential buyers have so many options. Before you and your real estate agent start asking strangers to pay hundreds of thousands for your home, it’s a good idea to tackle all the little repairs you've meant to do but never seemed to have time for. Here are some suggestions …
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Setting the Stage For Success Takes Some Planning
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The latter part of the year means cooler weather, planning for festive occasions and gathering with family and friends. But the fourth quarter can also bring stress for sellers who might be worrying because their home hasn't sold yet.
Typically, many buyers are eager to move and get settled in before the school year and holidays begin but that doesn't mean sellers should be discouraged, particularly in these turbulent times. Don't let things slide with the upkeep of your home because you’re juggling selling a home, working, taking care of the kids and preparing for the holidays. Selling your home in the fourth quarter must be a priority, and the closer to the beginning of the quarter the better
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Do Your Homework to Gauge Your Home’s Status
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The housing market remains in the doldrums but some sellers are seeing signs of a turnaround. When the rebound arrives nationwide, experts are predicting that desirable locations will see price jumps first. To estimate where your house lies on the recovery spectrum, answer the following questions
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Tip of the Month
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Get Some Breathing Room by Creating Some Space with These Easy and Practical Ideas
Everyone needs a little space on occasion, but if clutter in your home is getting out of hand, a permanent solution is likely in order. If you find yourself struggling to find room to store everything you’ve accumulated over the years, these options might help
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HouseHunt.com: Find Neighborhood Information While Shopping for Your Next Home
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What makes a neighborhood unique?
What makes a neighborhood an enjoyable place to live?
The people - the sense of community created by all those inhabiting a common space.
The local economics and culture - the type of businesses, workforce, recreation, and entertainment all define the dynamics & social structure of a neighborhood.
Location - the proximity to major cities or landmarks plays a role in shaping an area's living environment.
Geography & nature - the diverse climate/terrains are conducive to many different activities, living settings and community types.
At HouseHunt.com, you’ll find our demographic search feature easy to use to view neighborhood information and profiles from around the nation. If you are thinking of relocating to a new neighborhood, interested in buying or selling real estate, or are simply looking for a resource to find homes for sale, home values, local community information, real estate agents, & housing/market news, please visit HouseHunt.com!
Feel free to contact one of our local real estate agents & neighborhood specialists if you have any questions about an area or are interested in real estate & homes for sale in any neighborhood.
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HouseHunt.com: Search Homes for Sale with Radius Search
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Search houses & homes for sale by Radius. You can use the Radius Map and search real estate by distance including 5 miles, 10 miles, 15 miles, 20 miles, 25 miles, 30 miles and 50 miles from any US location.
By visiting the radius search feature at HouseHunt.com, all you have to do is enter a location such as a city, zip code, business office, school, address in the U.S., then select a city or community using the radius/distance results to see average home prices, home size to instantly view real estate listings of houses and homes for sale based on the location you entered.
It’s easy to find cities and homes for sale within a radius from your workplace, school, doctor's office, hospital, relative's home, railroad station, airport or any other place.
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moveUp.com: Free Home Value Check
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Find out how much your home is worth and check recent sales prices on homes in your neighborhood at www.moveUp.com.
If you instantly want the most accurate sold home prices in your neighborhood, look no further than www.moveUp.com. With our self-appraisal tool you can adjust your home valuation for house improvements, location/view & local market trends! You can use our maps to compare local properties, including addresses and selling prices.
moveUp.com will also give you access to Top Listings Agents nationwide who are dedicated to get you the most money for your home when you are ready to sell. You can also receive free homeowner reports such as seasonal home maintenance checklists, home selling strategies & more.
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