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In real estate, you can judge a book by its cover
Curb appeal is absolutely essential for getting buyers in the door and fostering a sale, according to a recent Real Estate Agent Community Trends survey released by window and door maker JELD-WEN. Eighty-two percent of the real estate agents who were surveyed said that they have had potential buyers decline to look at the inside of a home based on its exterior appearance.
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Survey weighs consumer home preferences
Although consumers generally prefer homes that are bigger and equipped with more amenities, some features of new homes have now improved to the point where home buyers are relatively satisfied. This according to a new National Association of Home Builder (NAHB) survey of more than 2,300 recent and prospective home buyers that examined the features, amenities and layouts preferred in a new home. |
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Mortgage walkouts now tax free for many homeowners
Homeowners whose mortgage debt was partly or entirely forgiven during 2007 may be able to claim special tax relief by filling out newly revised Form 982 and attaching it to their 2007 federal income tax return, according to the Internal Revenue Service. |
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Looking for a tax pro?
With less than a month to go before the April 15 tax-filing deadline, many of us are starting to seriously consider hiring a professional tax preparer for help in meeting the deadline. And for good reason: The tax code is longer and more complex than ever, and mistakes and omissions can be costly. Here are some suggestions from the Internal Revenue Service to consider when hiring a tax professional. |
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Your credit score: A home improvement power tool
What’s the most powerful tool you can employ in your home improvement project? It’s not a great contractor, creative architect or even a lot of do-it-yourself know-how. It’s your credit score. |
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Tips for the March gardener
March weather is traditionally fickle in Texas, and this year is no exception. With the official start of spring just around the corner, most Texans have already experienced both frigid and balmy weather this month, leaving us to wonder what’s the best course of action to take in our gardens. Here are some sage tips from GardenLine’s Randy Lemmon. |
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For sale: personal storage condos
Buying a personal storage condominium for all your stuff? Well, it’s an idea whose time has come, according to David Gencarella, managing partner of GarageTown Texas, which will develop the facilities in Texas. |
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Kitchen Designs
What does your dream kitchen look like? Does it have stone floors? Customized, solid-wood cabinets? Granite countertops? Recessed lighting? Make your dream a reality by calling Kitchen Designs, Inc. |
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Crush-proof flexible duct comes to the custom home market
Whether you’re building a new home or adding an addition to your existing one, you want to know your builder is using the best available products to ensure the integrity of your HVAC system. Now there is a “crush-proof” commercial flexible duct product available to the custom-home market that significantly reduces unwanted noise and helps your heating and cooling system work more efficiently.
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