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  • 3 Major Advantages A Real Estate Agent Has Over The DIY Home Seller


    You may think taking the DIY route when selling your home is the more economical or practical decision, but realistically, selling a home is a carefully orchestrated combination of art, science, and solid experience. Here are just three examples of major advantages real estate agents have over doing it yourself. Pricing The Home Pricing a home can be a very tricky process, but it's important enough that successfully selling it depends on getting the price right.
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  • Buying A Home At Auction: Tips And Tricks To Guide You


    Buying a home at auction can be a great way to save. While many homes bought at auction do need some work, you'll still probably end up spending less on the house and updates than you would on a standard listed home. However, there are some intricacies to the real estate auction process that can make it challenging for first-time auction buyers to navigate. If you're looking to save big on real estate by buying at auction, following these tips will help.
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  • Commercial Locksmith: 3 Things You Need to Do After the Store Keys Break While Still in the Lock


    Businesses are prime targets for burglaries, as they store many products that can be easily sold for a profit later on. Small businesses located in low-income urban areas are particularly vulnerable, and businesses that have been burglarized once will be more likely to get burglarized again. There are many different ways and security options you can choose from to protect your business. At the very least, you should install locks on all entrances.
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  • Tips For Acing Your Real Estate License Test


    According to the Association of Real Estate License Law Officials, there are approximately 2 million licensed real estate professionals in the United States. If you're thinking about attending real estate school, are in the middle of classes or are about to graduate, chances are you're thinking ahead to the licensure test. Taking the test can seem overwhelming, especially if you're not prepared or don't know what to expect. Don't get stressed and instead, here are a few simple tips to help you ace your real estate exam:
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  • Properly Caring For A Berber Carpet


    Many homeowners opt for Berber carpet because they love its neat, pristine look. The closed loops give it a somewhat plush texture without looking fluffy or puffy. But in order to keep your Berber carpet clean and in good condition, you must care for it properly. Many standard carpet-care techniques need to be modified in order to be suited for Berber carpet. You have to avoid fraying the loops and getting products trapped below the carpet's dense, looped fibers.
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  • Six Tips For Preventing Online Identity Theft


    Identity theft has quickly become one of the fastest growing crimes, with around 27 million Americans affected over the past five years. By getting your personal information online, cyber criminals can quickly ruin your credit and affect your livelihood. Fortunately, there are ways to protect yourself and your information. By implementing these six simple preventative measures, you can greatly reduce the risk of someone stealing your identity and your money. Avoid Website Redirects
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  • Steps You Should Take before Going to a House Auction


    Houses can be auctioned off for a number of different reasons; however, this often happens when lenders foreclose on homes. Buying a house through an auction can be a great way to find a house that is priced well under the current market value, and this is one of the main reasons people buy homes at auctions. If you are looking for a house to buy and are considering buying one through an auction, it's important for you to complete a few steps before you actually start bidding on it.
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  • 4 Ways To Enhance Space And Privacy In Your Studio Apartment


    No matter how cozy and quaint your studio apartment is, space can become a concern. Additionally, the lack of a separate bedroom can be an adjustment. Before you move into your apartment, consider ways to make your space feel larger and accommodate your different needs. Keep Your Bed Simple The traditional bed frame, mattress, and box spring can take up too much space and are unnecessary. Use a metal platform bed to replace both the frame and box spring.
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  • Field Mice In Your Garden? Keep Them Out With This Information


    Mice don't always invade your home. Some mice, such as field mice, can also take up residence in or near your garden and wreak havoc on your fruits and vegetables. Placing snap traps and poisons in your garden may not be the best thing to do, especially if the poisons travel into the garden's soil or the traps harm birds and other wildlife. In addition, field mice can reproduce rapidly, which means you must take proactive steps to keep the rodents out of your garden.
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