2016

  • 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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  • Are You New To Being A Landlord? Learn More About Property Issues That Are Real Emergencies


    If you have recently bought your first rental properties, you may be excited and looking forward to earning a passive income. However, if you have purchased property that required repairs and upgrades, taking the time to renovate the property is a good idea. If you have finished your renovations and rented out your property, you need to know about some of the property issues that would be considered a real repair emergency.
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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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  • Buying In -- 5 Ways To The Find The Right Location For Your First Home


    As a first-time home buyer, it can be daunting to try to figure out where you want to make such a major investment. Everyone knows the old real estate adage, "location, location, location." But what does that mean for you? Here are 5 location-picking tips for any budget. Research the neighborhood. A lot of information can be found online nowadays to help you select a good neighborhood. Crime statistics, ownership demographics, income information and purchase vs selling prices can all be found with some internet digging.
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  • 3 Challenges Of Relocating To Denver


    Living in a big city comes with a lot of upsides. They usually offer great night life, plenty to do, and numerous employment opportunities. Many big cities also come with drawbacks as well. Big cities often have very competitive housing markets and can be expensive to live in. Coming in at number one on U.S. News & World's report on best big cities to live in, Denver is a popular city to move to.
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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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