Saturday, January 31, 2009

10 Steps to Remodeling Your Kitchen

You don't have to spend a fortune to make your kitchen look like a million bucks. Before you jump in with a sledgehammer and start knocking down your kitchen walls, establish a plan for the kitchen remodel. This might involve the following:

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Five Questions to Ask Before Remodeling - WSJ.com

NEW YORK -- Spending on remodeling is expected to reach $316 billion this year alone and the number is still climbing, according to the Home Improvement Research Institute. So make sure you know exactly how big a renovation you can afford and whether it justifies the time you intend to spend in your revamped home.

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Friday, January 30, 2009

5 Reasons That Lowball Offers Get Rejected


There's not a home buyer out there today who doesn't want to make a
lowball offer, yet many novices make at least one or more of the 5 lowball offer mistakes, which typically result in offer rejection.


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Field Guide to Investing in Real Estate

Is now the right time to be investing in real estate? Some say yes, some say no, and some say it depends. In a declining market, there are bargains, but don't look for a quick flip. If you're thinking long term, you can find some great deals. So if you're ready to take the plunge or want to be ready for brighter days ahead, find out how to get started, invest with IRAs, use real estate as a retirement tool, get information on rental homes, buying tax liens, real estate partnerships and much more in these books and articles. (D. Shumaker, Information Specialist)

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