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  • Water Pressure and Standard Variations What a Buyer Should Know
    Homebuyers are often concerned about the water pressure at a home they plan to purchase. On the other hand, to complicate matters, it seems that no two homebuyers agree on what is satisfactory water pressure. Realizing that, home inspectors try to provide their clients with a water pressure reading that they can analyze and evaluate on their own.
  • Energize Your Kitchen With Color
    Somehow, once the rush of Christmas is over, we have time on our hands. But usually at this time of the year, it has to be indoor time, so how about a low-key face lift for your place, specifically to 'brighten' your kitchen?
  • The Benefits of Natural Paints and Finishes for Your Home
    A toxic home results from a combination of synthetic paints, toxic emissions from furniture and carpets and poor air quality. The effect of these toxic elements leads to higher incidents of sickness, allergies, headaches and lung disorders.
  • Saving Energy In The Home
    At a time where there is a growing energy shortage and with the rising costs of the energy that is available home owners are seeking ways to keep their monthly energy bills down. Energy conservation is not nearly as expensive as some people might think. In fact, the process is fairly simple and takes little time and effort. It is simply a matter of knowing where to start.
  • What's Up With Condo Living?
    Are you curious about condominium life? When purchasing a condo you own from the walls in and share a common interest in all other areas such as driveways, sidewalks and group facilities located on the property.
  • Top Ten Ways to Scare off a Home Buyer
    Homeowners today are savvier than ever before about the process of selling a home. Home makeover shows are everywhere these days, all espousing the cardinal rules of home decor. Unfortunately for the homeowner, the opinions of designers vary from season to season, and are often contradictory. This can make an already stressful process much harder than it needs to be. The truth is that there are certain things that send buyers running. These red flag elements are the ten things that can scare off a home buyer.
  • Bellingham Goes Green
    At the 2007 Green Power Leadership Awards, the city of Bellingham, WA was named the "Green Power Partner of the Year". These awards are sponsored by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), and the Center for Resource Solutions (CRS); their purpose is to recognize individuals or companies supporting the development of renewable electricity sources.
  • Lead Based Paint What a Buyer Should Know
    Anytime a person buys an older home, it is only logical to assume that some lead-based paint is on the premises. Typically, this is not much of a concern unless the paint is flaking off or if a major renovation is planned.
  • Getting Ready For the Home Inspection
    A home inspection can have a major impact on whether a real estate deal is completed or not. Therefore, it is in the best interest of realtors to understand the inspection process and to do what they can to make sure the inspection goes smoothly.
  • Landscaping For Better Curb Appeal
    One of the most visual elements of any home is the yard and gardens. They may seem to take a backseat to custom interiors and rooms but they play a huge role in a home's appeal. If you are selling your home now is a great time to improve the yard as the weather is fantastic. Keep in mind that the front of your home is ground zero for first impressions. If the home is not attractive at first glance, people may not look any further.
  • Mobile and Manufactured Home Jargon What Buyers Should Know
    Mobile and manufactured homes, being different than stick-built homes, have some of their own unique components and systems. Many of the terms are unfamiliar to the uninitiated. The article below will de-mystify some of the language associated with these homes.
  • Asbestos In The Home
    Many building products, over the years, have contained asbestos. Many of these products are still present in homes that were built prior to the mid-1980’s. So What exactly should you know about asbestos? Take a look….
  • Tips on Getting Ready For the Home Inspection
    A home inspection can have a major impact on whether a real estate deal is completed or not. Therefore, it is in the best interest of realtors to understand the inspection process and to do what they can to make sure the inspection goes smoothly.
  • There is Gold in Those Handyman Specials
    Some people, while combing the real estate ads, shy away from the cheaper listings labeled, "Handyman Specials" or "Fixer-Uppers". These properties have often been neglected and mean extra work for the new owner. This is true, but for a smart buyer, this translates into "profit".
  • Spring Gardens Attract Buyers
    If you're a keen gardener, you are probably itching to get out there and do something in your garden now. If you are not a keen gardener, but you are planning to sell your home in the spring, you are probably groaning at the thought of having to appear like a keen gardener!
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