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Roselind Hejl - EzineArticles.com Expert Author
Roselind Hejl, CRS, is a Realtor with Coldwell Banker United in Austin, Texas. Her website offers a wealth of knowledge about the City of Austin, homes for sale, real estate market trends and buying and selling tips. Named a Super Real Estate Agent of Texas (Texas Monthly).
Also, visit Roselind's Green Building Blog.
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- 1970 Vintage Home - A Work in Progress
[Real-Estate:Homes] Jennifer and Tony Latto, and their two girls, have a 1970's vintage home in a very nice neighborhood of Austin. Jennifer, who is a registered architect and interior designer, has made some interesting updates to their home.
- Remodeling For Better Value - Living Rooms
[Home-Improvement:Remodeling] A great living area draws people into it in a natural way, and provides a center for common activities. Remodeling decisions that place great value on this space add value to the home.
- Remodeling Decisions That Add Value to Your Home - Historic Connection
[Home-Improvement:Remodeling] Are you planning a remodel? Give some thought to the original style and finishes in your home before you begin.
- Austin Real Estate Market - Thriving Capital Moves Ahead
[Real-Estate:Moving-Relocating] Metaphorically speaking, the center of a city is its heart and without a healthy heart, the body can not be healthy. There are many things I like about Austin (Music, Climate, Culture) but a vibrant and desirable downtown area is key to all of them.
- String Lights - Perfect For Screened Porch
[Home-Improvement:Patio-Deck] Strings of small lights have a special ambiance - they remind us of parties and festive times. Re-think this style for everyday use!
- Will Buyers Go Green in Austin, Texas?
[Real-Estate:Green-Real-Estate] Will buyers demand greener homes? Austin's new energy ordinance will make energy audits and disclosures a part of the home sale process.
- Screened Rooms - A Green Way to Improve Your Home
[Home-Improvement] Screened porches bring you in touch with the natural world. They are outdoor rooms, yet, they are sheltered and safe from the elements. If you are planning a green home, screened porches will fit in perfectly.
- A Greener Path to Your Door
[Home-and-Family:Gardening] We recently built a contemporary farmhouse style home. There was no lawn sod or sprinkler system for extra water. Deer are rampant in the neighborhood, so the landscaping choices are limited.
- Subprime Loans - Playing Against the House
[Real-Estate:Mortgage-Refinance] A subprime mortgage used to be an alternative for borrowers who did not fit standard guidelines. Maybe they just started a new business or had some past credit problems. These borrowers paid a high interest rate or put more money down to compensate the lender for making a risky loan. Private investors who were willing to accept higher risk for higher returns funded these loans.
- Seven Ways to Help Sell Your Home
[Real-Estate:Selling] You only have a short time to gain the buyer's trust and interest in your home. Make the most of it.
- 7 Questions to Ask Before Buying a Duplex Condo
[Real-Estate:Condominiums] Condominium is a form of ownership of real estate. In this type of ownership the owner has individual title to the air space inside the unit, plus an undivided interest in the buildings and land. Condominium ownership is guided by a set of declarations that are written at the time of creation of the development.
- Drywall Texture - A Long Term Investment
[Home-Improvement:Remodeling] Drywall texture may be thought of as the elephant in the room. It covers a lot of area in the home, and makes a strong background statement. It is a choice that should be considered carefully.
- Kitchen Countertops - What Are the Choices?
[Home-Improvement:Kitchen-Improvements] The material that covers your kitchen counters is one of the most visible and noticeable features in your home. It helps to establish the design and color theme. Today there are new choices in countertops, and old ones are making a comeback.
- A Moving Day to Remember
[Real-Estate:Moving-Relocating] It is best to allow for contingencies when planning the closing of your home. Sometimes the best laid plans go awry.
- Should You Pay Off Your Mortgage?
[Real-Estate:Mortgage-Refinance] About five years ago we worked with some clients coming to Austin from California. I was a little shocked by their choice of mortgage - a 100%, interest-only loan. At the risk of sounding a little backwater, I asked them, "Why would you not want to pay off your loan?
- Real Estate Ads - Writing Tips We Need to Know
[Real-Estate] Today, more than ever, we must be careful that real estate advertising in newspapers, brochures and internet is accurate, as well as in compliance with Fair Housing laws. Here are 5 tips for safer advertising.
- Real Estate Negotiation - 7 Best Strategies
[Real-Estate:Buying] Real estate negotiation requires skill in giving and taking information. Here are seven strategies to help you show the seller that your buyer is the best candidate for the home.
- It Is Back to the Future for Real Esate
[Real-Estate:Homes] The serious decline in housing sales in many parts of the country is well documented. This downturn was preceded by several years of rising home prices in many areas. In some cases, prices rose beyond levels that were supported by local salaries, and were clearly not sustainable. The driving force that fueled the rise in home prices was the availability of low interest money. Easy availability of home mortgage money, plus historically low interest rates, allowed the demand side of the market to build.
- 10 Tips for Better Seller Representation
[Real-Estate] As Realtors we have a duty to promote and protect our clients' best interests. Here are 10 tips from an experienced Realtor to help you build your business around this fundamental duty.
- Real Estate Websites: 21 Ways to Turn Away Visitors
[Real-Estate] The goal of your real estate website is to communicate your message in a compelling way. Are there some mistakes in your web design that actually drive visitors away?
- Eight Ways to Add Value to Your Home
[Home-Improvement] Are you are preparing your home for sale, planning to remodel, or shopping for a home to re-do? Use these design ideas to help you make the choices that contribute the most value and enjoyment for the money.
- Seven Potential Re-sale Problems
[Real-Estate:Building-a-Home] Are you considering buying a new home? Potential re-sale problems worth considering before you close on your purchase. You will select a more valuable, saleable and satisfying home.
- The Best Ways to Build Green
[Real-Estate:Building-a-Home] Are you considering remodeling or building a new home? Green building techniques are well worth exploring before you begin. You will create a more valuable, sustainable and satisfying home.
- What's Hot in Houses Today
[Real-Estate] Are you are preparing your home for sale, planning to remodel, or shopping for a new home? Find out what is important in today's housing market, and make choices that contribute the most value and enjoyment for the money.
- How to Terminate the Real Estate Contract
[Real-Estate] We do not enter into a binding real estate contract with the intention of terminating. However, things don't always go as expected. It is in your best interests to take steps prepare for this possibility as your proceed to closing. Here are some tips on how to do that.
- How to Show Your Home for Sale
[Real-Estate] You have done the work to prepare your home for sale. You have cleaned, de-cluttered, painted, mowed, and mulched. Now it is time to open your doors to potential buyers. Find out how to make the most of each showing.
- Seven Secrets That Keep This Realtor Up At Night
[Internet-and-Businesses-Online:Internet-Marketing] What you need to know about marketing your real estate web site.
- Clean and Neutralize Your Home For Sale
[Real-Estate] Are you planning to put your home on the market? Create a clean, neutral environment, and buyers will want to move right in!
- Home Buyers: Improve Your Credit Score
[Finance:Credit] How to improve your credit score before you buy a home.
- The Value of Construction Inspections
[Real-Estate] Are you considering building a home? Don't forego your construction inspections.
- Real Estate Ownership - Condominium or Fee Simple
[Real-Estate] The distinction between condominiums and individually owned lots continues to be a source of confusion for many people. Review this explanation of the differences in types of ownership.
- Preparing Your Home for Sale: Make Needed Repairs
[Home-Improvement] Are you planning to put your home on the market? Review these tips for making necessary repairs, and you will achieve a quicker sale and optimum price.
- Negotiating the Purchase of Your Home
[Real-Estate] Are you in the process of buying a home? Review these tips for a successful negotiating experience. You will gain a working knowledge of the process, and will be able to proceed with confidence as you prepare and negotiate your real estate contract.
- Negotiating the Sale of Your Home
[Real-Estate] Are you in the process of selling a home? Review these tips for a successful negotiating experience. You will gain a working knowledge of the process, and will proceed with confidence through the negotiation of your real estate contract.
- Pricing Your Home for Sale
[Real-Estate] You want to get top dollar for your home, but, at the same time, do not want to turn away potential buyers. Here is a practical guide to pricing your home by an experienced Realtor
- Negotiating the Real Estate Contract
[Real-Estate] Negotiation is the process of communication back and forth in order to reach a joint agreement. There is no "one size fits all" strategy of negotiating a real estate contract. Many of our clients hav...
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