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Back Like I Never Left
Been on a bit of a hiatus from writing for the last couple of years. I hadn’t meant to– I mean, I have written a little, but did not publish much. Have you ever been in this weird space of stifle and frustration? Resting somewhere between those emotions, I was simply stuck. Truthfully, I’m not…
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Purchasing Property in a Seller’s Market
Real Estate will always be around. I don’t care how many times the market “crashes,” people still have to have somewhere to live, and once a lot is purchased, it’s purchased. Every business industry is about supply and demand. There must be a demand for your supply, otherwise, you have no business. The Real Estate…
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Congratulations! You’ve Closed On Your Home. Now What?
It has taken forever to get to this point. You have been so ready to move, you could taste it. Buying a home was a goal so far in the distance, but once on the path to attaining that goal, the execution seems almost instant. Last you knew, you were under contract, but an entire…
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So Your Offer Has Been Accepted. Now What?
You’ve been on the ground, searching for the property of your dreams for months and months. A million different times, you’ve changed your mind about what you want. You’ve driven yourself (and your real estate agent) crazy. All of a sudden, there is silence amongst the noise. You’ve found your perfect space. This is it!…
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5 Out of Pocket Expenses When Buying Real Estate
Some people don’t realize there is more to purchasing property than just obtaining a loan and finding a house. You may not believe the number of people who don’t even think they need money down for a loan. Maybe you are one of those people. As a first-time home buyer, you simply don’t know what…
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Let’s Talk Real Estate: It’s Easier to Buy Than You Think
It’s easier to purchase property than you may think. Start with one foot in front of the other. Now, go forth and be great! But seriously, don’t be afraid to “go for it.” If you can afford to pay rent, you can afford to buy…because you are already paying someone else’s mortgage. If you’re a…
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The Catch 22 That is Gentrification
Don’t hate the player, hate the game. “Gentrification is the process of repairing and rebuilding homes and businesses in a deteriorating area (such as an urban neighborhood) accompanied by an influx of middle-class or affluent people and that often results in the displacement of earlier, usually poorer residents.” Merriam-Webster Raise your hand if you would…
