What Is My Home Worth? Understanding the appraisal process and what drives home values. Written by John Tatman Retired Real Estate Appraiser Actually, there are two home values, the value to the homeowner and the value to the potential buyer. Unfortunately, both values are emotional and not facts based on market data. What’s your Reaction? Love Love 0 Smile Smile…
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Owning The Home That Just Won T Sell
The real estate market is hopping and houses in your neighborhood are selling like hotcakes. You, however, are stuck owning the house that won’t sell. Owning The House That Won’t Sell We first need to get some common anxiety issues out of the way. There is no curse on your house. Real estate agents are not conspiring against you. Home…
Updated Bathrooms Pay When You Sell Your Home
Many home owners look for ways to add value to their homes through improvements. One of the best ways is to have a go at your bathrooms. The Almighty Bathroom Today’s bathrooms are wonderful. Showers that “rain” on you, warm air hydrotherapy bathtubs, sinks that look like water worn boulders. You can pamper yourself now and smile on your way…
Buy The Most Expensive House In The Neighborhood
When looking at homes, one is tempted to buy the best home in a neighborhood. Should you buy the most expensive home on the block? No. Think Long-Term Assume you fall in love with the masterpiece home in a particular neighborhood. It has everything you could dream of: black bottom pool, marble, an incredible kitchen, top of the line windows,…
Christmas With The Kranks Dvd Review
Based on the best-selling John Grisham novel titled Skipping Christmas, Christmas With The Kranks resembles the book in almost every facet save for the title. Starring Tim Allen and Jamie Lee Curtis, Christmas With The Kranks is an instant Christmas holiday classic. Although not in the same league of Yule tide comedy gems Christmas Vacation and A Christmas Story, this…
Landscaping An American Pass Time
Landscaping has been a favorite American pass time for hundreds of years. Recently through the added exposure of popular TV shows, the interest in sprucing up one’s landscaping has become greater than ever. Today, many shows are introducing everyone to new and fun ways to enjoy landscaping. There are even dedicated television channels, such as the Home and Garden channel,…
Things To Look For In A Home S Location
When looking for a home to purchase, the seemingly endless details to consider can seem overwhelming, but it’s also important to remember to take a step back and consider the big picture – the area surrounding a potential home. A home located in a good area is vital for several reasons. The loan amount is usually contingent upon the appraisal,…