By Charlene Storozuk Before a property goes on the market, it's important that every room be showcased in a way that portrays its intended purpose. If not, potential buyers can become confused as to the function of the space. Take a look at the...
By Melissa Dittmann Tracey The New York Times ran an article this week ("Illnesses Afflict Homes With a Criminal Past" by Shaila Dewan and Robbie Brown) that details a story about a family who moved into a spacious home in Winchester, Tenn., only...
This particular building had a good layout and with a good décor hopefully it could generate interest so we could get these units sold. But, in general, railroad apartments are not in high demand due to the obvious flaw ... NO privacy!
The prime biting hours for mosquitoes are between dusk and dawn. Here are tips from Orkin on preventing those nuisance mosquito bites.
This is a perfect time to discuss energy efficiency and how utility bills are affected by how well-built and how well-insulated a home is.
By Melissa Dittmann Tracey A messy neighbor can hamper your property--by as much as 20 percent off the market value, says Sid Davis, author of A Survival Guide to Selling a Home (AMACOM, 2005), who is also a real estate broker. No one wants to...
By Melissa Dittmann Tracey The home remodeling history has taken a hit in recent months but finally may be starting to show signs of picking up, according to the Web site www.remodelormove.com and its latest Remodeling Permit Activity Report. The...
By Melissa Dittmann Tracey Have the days of the 4,000-square-foot McMansion come to an end? Maybe, according to a recent article in The Los Angeles Times by Nicholas Riccardi (see Home Sizes Change With the Times) The size of the average America...
By Melissa Dittmann Tracey Styled, Staged & Sold caught up with real estate pro Cheryl Kirby, co-creator of a new instructional staging DVD for real estate professionals -- "Get Ready, Get Set, Get Sold!" -- to talk about the simple things you...
Nearly $100 million in federal stimulus money will go to getting rid of lead paint from low-income homes, Vice President Joe Biden announced Friday. The toxic paint--which can lead to health problems, particularly in children--is often found in...
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