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In the last 3 years Bulgaria has seen a real boom in the prices of the property available because of the improvement in the economy, the political situation and the country's social stability. It has been found that property is the fastest growing asset in the Country and during last year property...

• Date Added: 1/20/2006
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The outsourcing industry worldwide is booming. There are very few Information Technology sectors which are not into outsourcing. The question arises, that when everybody is jumping on the outsourcing bandwagon for obvious benefits, then why not the construction and real estate industry.

• Date Added: 11/21/2005
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While buying your first home or your next home can be an exciting prospect, securing financing can often be stressful. There are many documents to fill out, forms to sign, many of which can be confusing. You will need past tax filings, bank account and asset lists and more. At a time when it is...

• Date Added: 5/25/2006
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Have you ever considered buying a vacation home? If so, you might have thought of vacation spots close by where you could easily go for a long weekend or to spend the whole summer. And while this is not a bad idea, a much better idea is to buy a vacation home in Hawaii ! You are probably thinking...

• Date Added: 4/10/2006
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Few would deny that real estate is a solid investment. It provides an attractive combination of stability, reliable cash flow, preservation of principal and capital appreciation. However, many investment property owners nearing retirement find themselves in a quandary. They are equity rich, but...

• Date Added: 11/9/2005
• Views: 414

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The flexibility afforded by a "zero-commute" combined with the skyrocketing price of gasoline has strengthened the case for full time teleworking and telecommuting. According to an Environmental Protection Agency (2004) study:

"Americans spend an average of 46 hours per year stuck in...

• Date Added: 9/14/2005
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The rule of thumb for many potential Bay Area home owners is, "try not to think about it too much." When looking at the average home price in the Bay Area, $616,000, and then looking at what $616,000 affords you (a 4 bedroom home in Stockton or a studio apartment in the Mission District of San...

• Date Added: 11/2/2005
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Honesty is the most important aspect of dealing with mortgage brokers. Unfortunately not all brokers are forth coming with certain information that would allow you to trust them and make an informed decision about the deal they recommend. Don't get me wrong not all mortgage brokers are bad. Just...

• Date Added: 1/18/2006
• Views: 379

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With the tightening economy, the sub-prime mortgage problem and other global concerns, mortgage financing has gotten tougher. If your income and savings are making homebuying a challenge, consider these options.

1. Investigate local, state, and national downpayment assistance programs....

• Date Added: 5/28/2008
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Many working people in the U.S. have no established credit, but want to own their own home. They never held a credit card or bought a car with installment payments. There is no credit score with any bureau. It's almost like they are leaving ZERO financial footprints as they traverse through life....

• Date Added: 8/4/2006
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The Costa del Sol has everything that appeals about buying property in Spain in abundance, from its truly stunning coastline to its trusty climate.

Asked to imagine Spain, most of us will conjure images of sun-drenched sandy beaches and bustling resorts that give way inland to rugged...

• Date Added: 12/28/2006
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Miles of white sandy beaches, lively resorts, and a thriving expatriate community - Costa Blanca is a fantastic proposition for foreigners buying properties in Spain.

The Costa Blanca, or the White Coast, takes its name from the magnificent beaches that edge its 200km Mediterranean...

• Date Added: 1/3/2007
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Used to be people stayed in one place. Trips to the big city were exciting, but rare. Summer outings to the beach, the lake or the mountains had you planning your next trip before you were home. But a permanent move to the place you loved was beyond imagination for most people. Today, with fast...

• Date Added: 6/15/2006
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Maybe it's a Low-country beauty overlooking a sun-kissed green or a contemporary A-frame along the fairway. Whatever and wherever your imagination goes, the dream homes provided by Golf Magazine, The Progressive Farmer and HGTV demonstrate the latest trends in laying a solid...

• Date Added: 7/19/2006
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Being the new family on the block can be difficult for any family. Not knowing who your neighbors are or what they are like leaves all members of the family a little uncertain. Who will the kids play with? Who will we have backyard gatherings with? Will I be able to borrow a cup of sugar from...

• Date Added: 6/17/2008
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Gated Communities offer residents some obvious advantages. The amenities within the gates like golf, pool, fitness facilities, spas, restaurants, pools, tennis and a wide range of others. Qualified staff operate and offer personalized instruction on how to use the available facilities. You will...

• Date Added: 8/24/2006
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In order to become a successful real estate investor there are certain skills that must be mastered. One of these skills is marketing. The follow list is a great way to insure your marketing program is successful and make sure that your investment home does not sit empty and drain your bank...

• Date Added: 6/13/2008
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When you get ready to sell your home, you want to be sure that the real estate agent who represents your property will do the best possible job. You may need to interview a couple of agents or realties before making a decision on which one should sell your property. Don't hesitate to ask questions...

• Date Added: 2/9/2006
• Views: 218

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I am surprised how many people don't know the difference between "enterprise value", which is the sales price of a home (debt plus equity), and "equity value", which is what is left at the end of the day when you sell your home and pay off the mortgage. In determining whether this was a good...

• Date Added: 11/3/2005
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Did you know that there is a Federal Housing Commissioner? Me neither. Nevertheless he is there inside the beltway, ostensibly looking to balance the needs of the housing market and the options available to consumers – would-be home buyers. Recently, Commissioner Brian Montgomery had this piece...

• Date Added: 11/6/2006
• Views: 166