Windermere Blog | Category: Buying

February 14, 2014

Love Letters: How to set yourself apart in a seller’s market

Posted in Buying by Tara Sharp

Love letters are a lost art form, in romance and home buying. Yes, home buying. If you’re a buyer and you want to set yourself apart from other buyers, you might want to state your intentions clearly by declaring your abiding love for the seller’s home in a letter. Here are a few tips for writing a love letter that works (for love letters of a romantic nature, you’re on your own).
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January 31, 2014

Digital Trends in House Hunting

Posted in Buying by Tara Sharp

It should come as no surprise that online and mobile tools have become very valuable to people while they are in the process of buying and selling homes. According to a 2012 study by Google and the National Association of REALTORS® , 90% of home buyers used online search tools while looking for a home.
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January 24, 2014

Simple Tips to Make Your Move Easier

Posted in Buying by Tara Sharp

On average, American’s move every five to seven years, so it is likely at some point in your future you will experience another moving day. While moving can be challenging, there are resources to make it easier.
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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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