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Survival Guide 2010
Selling in a buyer's market   The price of homes has been significantly impacted from recent economic conditions during 2008. If you are a home seller who would like to speed up the process, I have suggestions!
Dealing with low-ball offers   If your home has been on the market for months (three to six) and the price was already reduced, you are probably beginning to wonder how much lower you can go. Before slamming the door on a low-ball offer, review my helpful tips
Moving with kids   Careful preparation will ease the transition and make the process smoother for the entire family.
Downsize or remodel?   It has finally happened – all your children are out of the house and now you find yourself with more rooms than people to occupy them. So what’s next?
Questions every home seller should ask   While chemistry between the real estate professional and the consumer is important, it is not the only variable to consider.
Energy saving tips   Anytime is a good time to conduct a full home inspection and see where adjustments can be made to help lower costs!
Open house tips for the seller   Here is some advice to help home sellers maximize the open house experience.
Open house tips for the buyer   Open houses are as important for home buyers as they are for the seller, as prospective buyers can assess and compare a large number of properties at once.
Going green!   How to make your home sustainable, energy- and cost-efficient now, to appeal to eco-conscious homebuyers later.
Families with special needs   For a family with a physically challenged member, moving can add more stress. Here are a few recommendations for families with special needs to find the right home and neighborhood.
Live BIG in a small home   Being imaginative with furnishings, decorations and interior architecture can enable homeowners to craft a more useful, and attractive environment.
Ease relocation woes   Whether prompted by a corporate transfer, career change or lifestyle goal, Americans are on the move. Picking up and moving cross country, or to another state, isn’t always easy.
Why get a mortgage pre-approval?   Most homebuyers miss out on one of the most important steps in the home buying process. Pre-approval has significant advantages.
Home sweet home improvement   Whether you are planning to add more rooms, upgrade your kitchen or want to put your home on the market, get some essential home improvement tips to increase the value of your home.
Tips for single women   Single women are making their presence know in the real estate market. Learn how to simplify the process from start to finish.
Caught between buying and selling?   Trying to sell a home and buy one at the same time can be a challenging task. Find out how to make it a little easier on yourself.
Staging your home during the holidays   There are benefits to selling a home during the holiday season. Learn what - and what not - to do.
Priced to sell!   Establishing a reasonable and profitable listing price for a home is perhaps the biggest challenge for every home seller.
It pays to work with a pro   Using a professional real estate sales associate can bring big rewards.