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Home Contractor Scams a Growing Concern
Home contractor scams are often on the rise in the spring, and home owners should take steps to make sure they aren’t duped. The scams often target the elderly, with scammers offering to complete yard or household work for money up-front and then never completing the work after the payment is collected. Or, contractors may... Continue reading→
House Flipping Staging a Comeback?
More Americans are once again on the hunt to snag a home at bargain prices, fix it up, and then try to resell it for a quick profit. Home flippers mostly vanished from the market during the housing downturn a few years ago. But with home values inching up, flipping is coming back. RealtyTrac says... Continue reading→
Where is XSport?
XSport is located at 4300 King St Alexandria VA 22302. The phone number for XSport is (703) 933-9333. XSport is gym / fitness center that is open 24 hours 7 days a week. XSport has 3 floors and the following amenities: 300 Cardiovascular with Cardio Theater, Selectorized & Strength Training Machines Group Fitness Studio(s) -... Continue reading→
Resale condo vs. new condo
If you're in the market for a condo, one of the first decisions you need to make is whether to by a newly built condo, or to by a previously owned condominium. Both have advantages and both have pitfalls. Here are a few thoughts to consider. The majority of condos that are sold are existing... Continue reading→
Barclays: Home Prices to Rise 10% This Year
Home prices will likely climb 10 percent in 2013 and 8 percent in 2014, according to Barclays analyst Stephen Kim, who recently upgraded his view of the housing market from neutral to positive. Kim told The Wall Street Journal recently that low mortgage rates are helping to make buying more affordable than renting in many... Continue reading→
6 Ways to ‘Green’ a Home
More home owners and buyers are ranking energy-efficient and environmentally friendly home features high in surveys.
12 Key Questions to Ask Before You Hire Home Improvement Pros
1. Can you show me proof of a license, certification, or associations you belong to? 2. Are you bonded? 3. Will you provide three recommendations?
Spring Home Improvements: Repair, Replace, Enjoy!
With memories of snow and cold fading, it’s time to remind home owners to take stock of important work to be done for themselves and potential buyers down the road. Keeping on track with seasonal maintenance will lower costs and raise value.
Have your condo docs in order.
I have a tip for condo sellers out there. As most of you may know, in the Commonwealth of Virginia (and in other states) the buyer must be allowed an opportunity to review the condo docs. From the time the condo docs are delivered, the buyer has 3 days to cancel the contract without cause,... Continue reading→
How can I find the rental that suits my specific needs?
The goal is to find the rental that suits all of your needs, most of your wants and fits your budget. What's the most effective choice to realize that goal? You can: Do it yourself; or Enlist the services of a rental agent. If do it yourself, then you are in effect your own rental... Continue reading→