How Should You React to This Sign? (Hint: Run)

Practically every neighborhood in the U.S. features at least a few “Cash for Houses” signs, or similarly worded posters on telephone poles and elsewhere. (See photo above). The target market for such advertising consists of homeowners who want out of a mortgage that they still owe money on. For whatever reason, usually a poorly thought out one, sellers call the …

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Finding the Right Real Estate Agent: 6 Secrets

Many home shoppers, especially first-time buyers, aren’t quite sure how to select a real estate professional who can serve their specific needs. Bankrate offers some “industry secrets” that will probably help anyone who has never worked with an agent before. Some people just ask their friends and relatives to recommend an RE pro, which is a good starting point. But, …

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Buyers Beware! Avoid the 5 ‘Emotional Traps’ in Home Buying

As in every other aspect of life, home buying is fraught with emotional pitfalls. Bankrate recently looked at the most common mistakes people make when they begin searching for the perfect property. As a general rule, people don’t get married after the first date. We don’t even buy cars until we’ve shopped around for the best deal. So why is …

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