Hampton Roads Real Estate Market Info
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Home Sales Have Increased in Hampton Roads
Last month home sales in South Hampton Roads have rebounded in a big way, according to a report recently released. It may have been the start of spring or the approaching end of the first-time homebuyer tax credit, or a little of both. It was reported by the Real Estate Information Network Inc, a multiple [...]
Ways to Save by Going Green
The trend right now is to ?go green?, many of the steps that are taken to go green can increase the quality of your life as well as reduce your carbon footprint. Here are ways in which you can reduce your environmental impact and save money: Save energy to save money ? Setting your thermostat a few degrees [...]
Avoiding Mortgage Modification Scams
If you or someone you know is struggling to make mortgage payments, you are far from alone. At the end of 2009, nearly one is six homeowners had defaulted on their mortgage. This means that millions of Americans will need help in stabilizing their financial situation. Unfortunately, it also means that many are falling victim [...]
Common Fears Buyers and Sellers Have
Everyone has fears when it comes to buying or selling real estate. Here are some common fears buyers and sellers have. 1. Fear of making the wrong decision - people never want to look back and regret any decisions that they have made, especially financial decisions. 2. Fear of making any decision at all - the media [...]
When to Refinance
There are several instances when it is advantageous to refinance your home. Despite the economy, homeowners are finding lower interest rates and opportunities to incorporate balances on high-interest unsecured debt to a lower interest rate home loan. Most are finding the benefit of a higher credit rating after incorporating debt into their refinanced home loan, [...]
Common Myths about Short Sales
There are many myths circulating out there about short sales. Here a a few to keep in mind: 1. Short Sales are impossible and never get approved, this is not true at all. The truth of the matter is that short sales are more difficult but they are not impossible. While there are no guarantees in [...]
How to Get Your Remodeling to Count
How to Get Your Remodeling to Count A few years ago you could count on home-improvement projects getting the bulk of your money back for what you took on. Today it can seem like replacing a toilet seat should be done with caution for fear that it is a waste of money. Remodeling magazine came out [...]
How to find a good Handyman
When finding and hiring any service professional the number one rule is: Get references. The best way to find a good worker who will produce great results is by word of mouth of neighbors and friends. You can also search on user review websites like servicemagic.com r angieslist.com. Anyone that you hire you should ask about [...]
Easy Ways to Go Green
1. Saving money in the bathroom: buying water efficient shower heads, with low-flow models a family of four can cut water usage by as much as 280 gallons a month without having to sacrifice water pressure. 2. Bring home superhero plants: certain greens can help reduce indoor air pollutants like formaldehyde and benzene. Golden pothos, [...]
Real Estate Market Predictions for 2010
Indications are showing that housing is likely to rebound in 2010. Wall Street analysts agree that home sales are up from the previous year, some are up by extraordinary percentages. Prices are either completely bottomed out or very close to being bottomed out. This is in part because the short sales, REOs and foreclosures in [...]
