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Regional Spotlight: When You’re Fixin’ to Sell Your Home

RISMEDIA, July 4, 2007—(MCT)—As summer heats up, so does Weld County's housing market. During the summer months, more homes are put up for sale and more buyers are searching for a new place to live. ...


Consumer confidence drops from May to June

RISMEDIA, July 4, 2007—(MCT)—Consumer confidence fell in June as high gasoline prices caused U.S. households to rethink or curtail their discretionary spending, according to a study. ...


House Trends: Screened Porches, a Solution to Outdoor Living

RISMEDIA, July 2, 2007---Imagine being able to enjoy a well-prepared dinner on your porch every evening this summer, but without the annoyance of insects or the worry of rain. ...


Beat the Summer Heat: Homes with Unique Pools

RISMEDIA, June 29, 2007--Beat the heat and cool off in one-of-a-kind pools that turn backyard parties into exciting events to remember. Move, Inc., features homes across the nation with unique pool designs in this week's Trend Spot at http://trends.move.com/?source=movets. ...


AAA Forecasts Record Fourth of July Travel

RISMEDIA, June 29, 2007--Independence Day falls on a Wednesday this year, and while Americans will be adjusting their vacation plans, they will travel nonetheless. AAA estimates that a record 41.1 million Americans will leave home this holiday week (June 29 to July 8), 0.8% more than the 40.8 million who ...


Will iPhone be Worth the iHype?

RISMEDIA, June 28, 2007--(MCT)--For some, it doesn't matter whether Apple's iPhone lives up to the hype -- just as long as they can be the first to show it off to their friends. ...


Planning a Budget for Rent during Peak Moving Season

RISMEDIA, June 28, 2007--With peak rental season in full swing, a recent Apartments.com survey provides insight into renters' current budget for monthly rent payments. According to the survey, more than sixty percent of respondents state that they spend more than the recommended percentage on rent with twenty percent of survey ...


Commentary: Is There a Spot in your Kitchen for a PC?

Wednesday that Microsoft is developing a "kitchen computing environment" that includes a family calendar, recipe center, entertainment features and a shared bulletin board. That sounds exactly like the software and services developed by Cozi, a Pioneer Square company started two years ago by ex-Microsofties Robbie Cape and Jan Miksovsky. ...


RealEstate.com Suggests Four Strategies to Make House Hunting Easier

RISMEDIA, June 15, 2007---While house shopping can be fun, it can also be intimidating for those who are new to the experience. There are many factors to consider when looking to purchase a home---from what neighborhood to which floor plan and much more. ...


How Home Buyers Can Make Sure They Get the Best Mortgage

By Ruth Mantell, MarketWatch ...


Need a New Business Plan? RISMedia Events Offer Best Educational Forums

RISMEDIA, June 6, 2007---Top producers and brokers looking to further their careers in today's changing market need stay on top of the latest trends and issues affecting the real estate profession. Attending RISMedia's exclusive networking and education events is one way to do just that, industry professionals say. ...


Homeowners Should Review Insurance as Hurricane Season Starts

RISMEDIA, June 6, 2007-(MCT)-From the outside, this 39-foot-long vehicle could pass as a big RV. But the inside is appointed like an office with five desktop computers, upholstered booths, a desk and several cabinets. ...


Today’s Tough Market Requires a New Approach for Home Sellers

RISMEDIA, June 5, 2007-Per an article dated May 31, 2007 by Robin Morgan, published on RISMedia, "Eighty percent of all home buyers are searching online, and are looking for more information than ever before. The most important thing that a potential buyer wants to see is photographs, followed closely by ...


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