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To Sell or Remodel, That Is the Question

Posted by on Jul 25, 2008 in Articles, Other, Remodeling | 0 comments

To Sell or Remodel, That Is the Question

Is there more value in fixing up or moving on? Should you stay or should you go? How do you tell if there’s more value for you in fixing up or moving on? First, estimate your costs to buy a new home. Add up the home-selling and real-estate-agent costs (packing, moving and the new loan financing). Don’t forget hidden items. The buyer may ask you to replace the carpet before you sell....

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Ways To Make Your Home Worth More

Posted by on Jul 25, 2008 in Articles, Other, Remodeling | 0 comments

Ways To Make Your Home Worth More

#1 Spruce Up the Siding It may not be glamorous, but replacing siding is our No. 1 pick for home improvements that add value to your home. Here is your chance to make a great first impression in the real estate world. If your siding is in bad shape, your home is going to earn the title of fixer-upper. You can usually judge a book by its cover, so old siding sets the tone for expectations of what...

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