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WHY FINISHES CATCH BUYER'S EYESSeems every buyer craves the same key interior finishes. For years realtors have known that buyers are looking especially closely at a home's kitchen and bathroom panache. Well, can we talk about flooring. Carpets do have their place and can make a room warm and inviting. However, over and over again, today's buyers are looking for hard finished (wood) flooring. ...
Posted by Laura Silverstein
on August 9, 2011
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Walk with Israel - Family FirstThis is the first year, since I was a youngster, that I will be participating in the annual Walk With Israel. Call it a very special year indeed. The sweetest, calmest, most reliable uncle that anybody ever had is still giving even after he has passed. I am so proud to be joining "Team Ernie" in the Walk With Israel. Not only am I planning on participating, but it is a ...
Posted by Laura Silverstein
on April 6, 2011
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WHEN IS THE RIGHT TIME?How do I know it's time to move :
1. The house is too small.
2. The house is too big.
3. We just want a change.
4. I got a great job.
5. I lost a great job.
6. I want to be closer to .....
There are many legitimate reasons to move. Sometimes you just feel like making a change. The market is solid right now. Buyers are making educated ...
Posted by Laura Silverstein
on February 16, 2011
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SHOULD I HAVE MY HOME RE-APPRAISEDHome Appraisals are relevant if you wish to sell your house. Generally it is the mortgage lender who pushes for home appraisal values before financing the buyer. Home appraisal values may be useful for the home owner who wishes to apply for refinancing or getting a home line of credit. Some influences on appraised value will be comparable properties, adjustments for house specific ...
Posted by Laura Silverstein
on December 1, 2009
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What is the Value of a Treed LotHome buyers look for privacy when searching available listings to make a real estate purchase. What is the value of a treed, lanscaped, well maintained resale home. Some people might say it's priceless. When ready to purchase homes in 905 area, make sure you are aware of the lot size, depth and frontage, are both relevant factors. One way to get extra lot square footage ...
Posted by Laura Silverstein
on October 29, 2009
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