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6 Home-Selling Mistakes That Make Real Estate Agents Cringe

By Cathie Ericson Not everyone has a knack for salesmanship, and this can become painfully apparent when homeowners try to sell their homes. Want proof? Just ask real estate agents—who…

Written by Belle Balolong

August 7, 2018

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So Your Offer Was Rejected? This Might Be the Real Reason Why

By Cathie Ericson You loved the house so much, you made an offer—a good one. Yet for some unfathomable reason, it was rejected. What gives? While home sellers don’t have to…

Written by Belle Balolong

August 1, 2018

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How to Remove Paint From Brick: Steps to Strip a Fireplace or Wall to Its Original Beauty

By Jeanne Sager For every homeowner who wants to learn how to paint brick, there’s another who wants to know how to remove paint from brick. If you’re in the latter group, we get…

Written by Belle Balolong

July 31, 2018

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How to Finance a House Flip: 5 Types of ‘Fix-and-Flip’ Loans

By Daniel Bortz If you’re wondering how to finance a house flip, you’re not alone. Buying, renovating, then quickly reselling houses for profit can be a highly lucrative endeavor, yet finding a…

Written by Belle Balolong

July 30, 2018

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7 Things in Your Kitchen That Are Grossing Out Potential Buyers

By Stephanie Booth Once upon a time, my husband and I toured an adorable home for sale in a bucolic New Jersey town. We were thrilled when we walked through the…

Written by Belle Balolong

July 29, 2018

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What to Look For in a Fixer-Upper: Signs the Home Isn’t a Money Pit

By Les Masterson Renovating a fixer-upper is not for the faint of heart. It takes money, hard work, and patience. But if you’re able to pull off a successful transformation, you’ll reap the…

Written by Belle Balolong

July 29, 2018

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The Most Common Rent-to-Own Scams—and How to Not Get Taken for a Fool

By MJ Grenzow On the surface, rent-to-own deals can seem like a great idea. If you have shaky credit or lack sufficient financing, a rent-to-own plan can allow you to work toward homeownership.…

Written by Belle Balolong

July 24, 2018

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Is Artificial Grass Right for Your Yard? 5 Factors to Consider

By Terri Williams One of the most viable, low-maintenance alternatives to a natural lawn is artificial grass. And if you’re a homeowner who loves the look of a lush lawn, but fears and…

Written by Belle Balolong

July 23, 2018

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How to Water a Lawn, and When: Odds Are, You’re Doing It All Wrong

By Jeanne Sager Wondering how to water a lawn? Sadly, it’s not quite as simple as just turning on the sprinklers and walking away. The number of times you water your…

Written by Belle Balolong

July 1, 2018

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Is There a Lien on My Property? How to Check

By Julie Ryan Evans “Is there a lien on my property?” If this is something you’re wondering about, then you’ll definitely want to find out, pronto. You might think you already…

Written by Belle Balolong

June 28, 2018

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6 Home-Selling Mistakes That Make Real Estate Agents Cringe

So Your Offer Was Rejected? This Might Be the Real Reason Why

How to Remove Paint From Brick: Steps to Strip a Fireplace or Wall to Its Original Beauty

How to Finance a House Flip: 5 Types of ‘Fix-and-Flip’ Loans

7 Things in Your Kitchen That Are Grossing Out Potential Buyers

What to Look For in a Fixer-Upper: Signs the Home Isn’t a Money Pit

The Most Common Rent-to-Own Scams—and How to Not Get Taken for a Fool

Is Artificial Grass Right for Your Yard? 5 Factors to Consider

How to Water a Lawn, and When: Odds Are, You’re Doing It All Wrong

Is There a Lien on My Property? How to Check

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