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How To: Sleuth an Open House
Traditional real estate wisdom dictates that you should never buy the nicest house on the block. Calibrate potential ...
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Buy for Your Buyer
The smart way to buy today is with resale in mind. Here are four long-term trends that will likely shape the marketab...
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Bob Vila Radio: Buying Short Sales
Lots of home-buyers look for “short sales”, because on the surface, they can seem like a bargain. CM_BVILANOTES-6 Buy...
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Bob Vila Radio: Buying Foreclosures
In the current real estate market, it’s not hard to find foreclosed properties to buy. But a home that looks like a g...
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Gen 'Why' Ponders Homeownership
Though they've seen their parents lose equity, today's 20-somethings have home-buying on their minds. A just-released...
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How To: (Really) Win a Bidding War
It's a realty agent's dream: bidding wars are back! At least, that's the hyperventilation du jour. From Boston to Los...
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Checklist: A Safe and Insurable House
Following some simple guidelines can safeguard your property, keep your family protected, and lower your insurance premiums. Here is a useful checklist to help yo...
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House-Choosing Checklist
Ready to buy a home? There’s a lot to consider before selecting the right one. This home-buying checklist will help you decide.
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10 Things to Consider Before Buying a Foreclosed Home
A foreclosed home may be a great way to get a sweet deal on a house—but buyer beware!
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How To: Find Affordable Housing
Start by looking into government programs.
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Quick Tip: Hire a Home Inspector Before You Buy
Find out everything you can about the true state of the house’s condition, before you buy.
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Getting a Loan
Advice on the panning and obtaining the best loan for you.
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Historic Home Buying 101
The pros, cons, and everything you need to know about buying a registered, historic home.
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Evaluate the Home Exterior
Here are some tips on how to inspect the roof, gutters, and overall structure.
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Evaluate the Home Interior
Follow our guide to inspecting the interior of your home, room by room.
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Evaluate the Home Systems
Learn what questions to ask when you conduct an inspection of the heating and cooling systems, insulation, water and electrical service, of your home.
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Consider a Condo for Your Second Home
Vacation condominiums offer amenities and less maintenance, but more restrictions.
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Should Your First Home be a Fixer-Upper?
Houses needing a little TLC might seem like a bargain, especially for your first home, but are you the person to give that house an overhaul? Find out whether or ...
 
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