Home Buying 101 Archive


Real Estate – All in a Day’s Work

Monday, February 18th, 2008
RISMEDIA, Feb. 19, 2008-(MCT)-They shook hands and exchanged smiles. Quick glances darted around the small gathering that had just negotiated the home's purchase price. Everyone now knew the real work would begin. ...


For Tech-Savvy Consumers, Real Estate Agents are Still the Experts

Friday, February 15th, 2008
Commentary by Lloyd Frink ...


Relocation: Moving Day Tips: How to Safely Transport Your Vehicle

Friday, February 15th, 2008
RISMEDIA, Feb. 18, 2008-For many families, a car is the second largest investment they have ever made. Getting that investment safely to a new home is an important component of a smooth move. ...


Your Rights – Appraising Real Estate Appraisers and Appraisals

Friday, February 15th, 2008
By Curtis Seltzer ...


Increase Productivity at Work by Socializing with Colleagues

Wednesday, February 13th, 2008
RISMEDIA, Feb. 14, 2008-(MCT)-The rules are simple: The first time you ride, you eat breakfast for free. The second time, you buy for everybody. If you don't ride for 90 days, you buy for everybody when you do. ...


Success for the Real Estate Auction Avenue

Wednesday, February 6th, 2008
RISMEDIA, Feb. 7, 2008-Recently, one company shared a statistic with the industry that may come as a surprise-claiming 2007 as a record year. Upon hearing the words ‘record year' and ‘2007' used in the same sentence, many wonder what the secret was to their success. Here, we introduce Tony Isbell, ...


Borrowers Bugged by ‘Trigger Lead’ Calls

Wednesday, February 6th, 2008
RISMEDIA, Feb. 7, 2008-(MCT)-There is a bee buzzing in the bonnet of many mortgage brokers right now. And some consumers who have encountered the marketing tactic at issue might not be too pleased, either. ...


The 10 ‘Best Places’ to Live in Rural America

Tuesday, February 5th, 2008
RISMEDIA, Feb. 6, 2008-Kent County, Maryland, was awarded top honors in the fourth annual edition of the "Best Places to Live in Rural America" rankings by The Progressive Farmer magazine, released this week. Each year, the rankings name the top 10 rural counties in the nation, according to several quality-of-life ...


Self-Defense Tactics: 7 Ways to Avoid a Real Estate Con Artist

Friday, January 25th, 2008
By Ralph R. Roberts ...


Tips for a Smooth Move: How to Avoid Real Estate Closing Nightmares

Thursday, January 24th, 2008
RISMEDIA, Jan. 25, 2008-An unexpected problem on the day of your real estate closing can turn the experience from a dream into a nightmare. With a little research and advanced preparation you can ensure a smooth closing process before you are handed the keys to your new abode. Here are ...


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