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How Important Is The Land Around A Potential Home?

August 13, 2019 by Rilian Ball

When viewing a potential home, how much consideration should you give to the surrounding land? In many ways, the land should be carefully regarded, since land is the thing that is hardest to alter. You can rip up carpet, paint walls and even knock down walls, but it takes a lot more effort to change land.  Mature Landscaping  Mature landscaping is typically cited as a benefit, but what if you're the type who enjoys looking out at wide open spaces? It could also be that the mature … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Land Value, Property Investment, Real Estate

4 Simple Tips To Make Sure Your Home Smells Inviting

August 9, 2019 by Rilian Ball

As a diligent home seller, you've taken all your real estate agent's advice about preparing your home for showings. You've de-cluttered, enhanced curb appeal and developed efficient strategies for leaving your home while viewings are taking place. But have you given any thought to how your home smells to strangers? Newcomers to your home will naturally be more sensitive to the smells of your house. Your nose is likely desensitized to your common household odors, but a prospective buyer may be … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Home Selling Tips, Open House, Real Estate

How To Find Motivated Sellers In Your Real Estate Market

August 8, 2019 by Rilian Ball

Bargains in real estate may come from identifying motivated sellers who are willing to let a property go for less than it is really worth. Real estate investors who acquire properties at a discount from current market value enhance their success by increasing their profit potential. Real estate agents who list properties owned by motivated sellers increase their chances to sell a property quickly and have happy sellers who might refer them in the future. Here are some tips on how to find … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Investment Property, Market Trends, Real Estate

New York Penthouse Sells For $238 Million – Is This A Real Estate Bubble About To Burst?

August 7, 2019 by Rilian Ball

The most expensive home sold in America, so far, was a New York penthouse that sold for $238 million in January 2019. It is on the top of a building that overlooks Central Park. The 26-story luxury condo building designed by Robert A. M Stern is nearly all sold out. Who Has That Kind Of Money? The proud buyer of the penthouse is Ken Griffin. His net worth is estimated to be $9.6 billion. He is the founder of the Citadel hedge fund. Griffin is 50 years old. A few days before buying the NYC … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Market Outlook, Market Trends, Real Estate

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