Windermere Blog | Category: Buying

December 31, 2013

75 home resolutions you can make for 2014

Posted in Buying by Tara Sharp

Add your home to your list of New Year’s resolutions with some of these helpful tips:
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December 11, 2013

Is Condo Ownership Right for You?

Posted in Buying by Tara Sharp

Condominium homes are a great, low-maintenance choice for a primary residence, second home, or investment property. This alternative to the traditional single-family home has unique issues to consider before buying, as well as unique benefits. Here’s some background information to help you decide whether purchasing a condo is a good match for you.
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November 21, 2013

Multigenerational Real Estate Trends

Posted in Buying by Tara Sharp

Across generations, home ownership still represents a significant step in achieving the American Dream. According to a study by LearnVest, an online financial resource, 77 percent of those surveyed believed that buying a home of their own was, “first and foremost in achieving the American Dream”.
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September 20, 2013

Investing in Real Estate Rentals

Posted in Buying by Tara Sharp

Real estate investments are a large percentage of all home sales, accounting for 24 percent of real estate transactions in 2012, according to the National Association of REALTORS®. If you are looking to feather your retirement nest, rental properties can provide an additional source of monthly income.
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September 06, 2013

Cultural Trends: How driving trends are impacting the housing market

Posted in Buying by Edward Krigsman

Studies continue to show that the amount of time a person spends commuting every day is a major factor when buying a home. In recent years, there has also been a significant trend towards mass transit and reducing one’s “carbon footprint” by driving less. This is important for both buyers and sellers to keep in mind, as these factors can have a significant impact on the long-term value of a home.
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August 12, 2013

Commute getting you down? Try “Search by Drive Time” on Windermere.com

Posted in Buying by Shelley Rossi

So, what does this mean for you? It means that if you’re a home buyer and you care about the amount of time you spend in your car commuting every day, finding the home that best fits you and your life, just got a lot easier. Check out our new Search by Drive Time feature for yourself by going to www.Windermere.com.
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July 25, 2013

Looking to Mexico for Retirement, Resort, and Second-Home Choices

Posted in Buying by Jay West

During the next two decades, as many as four million people from outside of Mexico are expected to purchase and own real estate in Mexico. And the number of foreigners who currently own property in Mexico is expected to triple.
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July 19, 2013

How to Choose the Right Home

Posted in Buying by Marguerite Giguere

As the market starts heating up and real estate becomes a popular dinner party topic again, it’s easy to get so caught up in the fever of searching and offers that we forget why we were buying a home in the first place. When you’re hearing about “inventory shortages” and “bidding wars” it’s important not to fall into the trap of settling, buying for the wrong reasons, or even overspending.
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July 02, 2013

Home Inspection: a Reality Check from a Pro

Posted in Buying by Tara Sharp

For many people, a home inspection is a hurdle that has to be overcome during the process of buying or selling a home. But, in fact, it can be a useful tool for buyers, sellers or anyone who plans to get the greatest possible value from their home.
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June 06, 2013

New Features vs. Character

Posted in Buying by Tara Sharp

How to decide whether a newly built home, or an established home is right for you
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