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18 Jun 2013
Prepare your House for a Showing
By Keira Rowland On 18 June 2013 In Blog
Once you decide on selling your house, and ask your real estate agent to put it up for sale on the market, you need to work on making the house presentable for showings. Keeping your house as
17 Jun 2013
How to Find out Who Owns a Property
By Keira Rowland On 17 June 2013 In Blog
It may be necessary to find out who owns a property for a number of reasons – e.g. you might be interested in purchasing it, renting it, or you might want to carry out an activity on
17 Jun 2013
Protecting Your Property Against Theft
By Keira Rowland On 17 June 2013 In Blog
In order to keep your property safe from theft, you need to ensure that it is secured, and there are a number of methods and tactics you can employ for this purpose. Commercial property is especially vulnerable
17 Jun 2013
How to Add Value to a Commercial Property
By Keira Rowland On 17 June 2013 In Blog
Whether you rent it out or use it for your own business operations, commercial property can be a profitable investment. In order to boost and optimize the value of your property, there are certain upgrades and investments
17 Jun 2013
Divorce Property Settlement Agreement
By Keira Rowland On 17 June 2013 In Blog
A property settlement agreement, also known as a separation agreement, is a document which lays out the terms for the division of shared property in case of a separation or divorce between the parties to a de
14 Jun 2013
How to Buy a Condominium
By Keira Rowland On 14 June 2013 In Blog
Considered a prime real estate investment for first-time home buyers and senior citizens who are looking to downsize, condominiums are exceedingly popular in the world of real estate, and unless they include luxuries like spas and helipads,
14 Jun 2013
Is Buying a Condo a Good Purchase?
By Keira Rowland On 14 June 2013 In Blog
Given the fact that property is a huge investment, those looking to buy generally have a lot of questions, and if you are considering investing in a condo, there are a host of things you need to
14 Jun 2013
How to Search for a Property Stake
By Keira Rowland On 14 June 2013 In Blog
Locating a property stake on your land is an excellent way to keep yourself safe from any possible lawsuits, and also to prevent neighbors from encroaching upon your land. Property stakes are driven into the ground for
14 Jun 2013
How to Estimate Property Insurance
By Keira Rowland On 14 June 2013 In Blog
Property insurance, also known as homeowner’s insurance or hazard insurance, is purchased for the purpose of covering a property in case of loss or damage, and it is essential in most cases as all mortgage companies require
14 Jun 2013
How to Add a Name to a Property Deed
By Keira Rowland On 14 June 2013 In Blog
In order to prevent disputes over property, and prevent legal tussles after the death of an individual who leaves a paid for property, it is essential to have a property deed. This is a legal document which
14 Jun 2013
Buying Abandoned Properties
By Keira Rowland On 14 June 2013 In Blog
An abandoned property is usually one which is no longer in the possession of its original owner, and owing to this, certain abandoned properties are usually run down and in need of cleaning and repairs. However, in
14 Jun 2013
How to Sell Cemetery Property
By Keira Rowland On 14 June 2013 In Blog
While cemetery property is generally bought to serve as a final resting place, it can also turn out to be an investment if you decide to sell it. If you decide you’d rather be buried elsewhere, or
14 Jun 2013
How to Find Foreclosed Homes in your Area
By Keira Rowland On 14 June 2013 In Blog
If you are looking to purchase property for the first time, or aiming to invest in real estate at below-market prices, buying a foreclosed home might be the best option for you. Foreclosed homes in Canada are
12 Jun 2013
How Does Rent to Own Work When Buying a House
By Keira Rowland On 12 June 2013 In Blog
Rent to own is steadily growing to be a popular option in a market that is overflowing with houses that have been put up for sale. Basically, rent-to-own is a contract to buy, but the difference between
12 Jun 2013
How to Avoid Rental Property Scams
By Keira Rowland On 12 June 2013 In Blog
Those looking to rent property in their city, or out of their county, state, or country, frequently find themselves the target of rental property scams. These typically occur when scammers advertize a property they wish to rent
12 Jun 2013
How to Manage Bills With a Roommate
By Keira Rowland On 12 June 2013 In Blog
Among the many challenging aspects of living with a roommate is the management of bills. Whether you live with a family member, friend, a partner, or a complete stranger, managing bills when living jointly can be a
12 Jun 2013
Can i get a Mortgage after Bankruptcy
By Keira Rowland On 12 June 2013 In Blog
Previously, bankruptcy was a near death sentences as far as credit history was concerned, and haunted a person for a good 7 to 10 years. Nowadays, however, while it is still unfortunate, it can also be viewed
12 Jun 2013
Buying a Home After Bankruptcy
By Keira Rowland On 12 June 2013 In Blog
Many people believe that it is next to impossible to buy a home after bankruptcy, but nothing could be further from the truth. Mortgage lenders require you to wait out a period of 2 years after bankruptcy,
12 Jun 2013
Dealing with Bad Neighbors
By Keira Rowland On 12 June 2013 In Blog
Messy neighbors can be a pain, whether you happen to be living next door to them, or are a realtor who is looking to sell a property that happens to be located next to an unkempt house.
12 Jun 2013
How to Negotiate a Lower Rent with your Landlord
By Keira Rowland On 12 June 2013 In Blog
While most landlords are very particular about the rent they charge, you can follow a few tips to negotiate a lower rent. Having to pay a lower rent has obvious advantages, and you can use the savings