Archive for January, 2012

Home Buyers Tip #5

Tuesday, January 31st, 2012

Before getting to excited about buying, check out www.annualcreditreport.com to ensure your credit is in good share.  This is where you can get a free credit report once a year.

Featured Home by Barb Maxon – $79,950

Tuesday, January 31st, 2012

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Commercial Energy Tip #2

Thursday, January 26th, 2012

  Making energy-efficient changes in your facility can increase productivity and your bottom line—but how can you determine if these methods and operational changes are effective? Use the Industrial Energy Benchmarks tool to compare your facility’s data to the industry standard for similar facilities, and find out.  http://members.questline.com/Benchmark.aspx?mode=manufacturing  

Home Buyers Tip #5

Wednesday, January 25th, 2012

Have you ever came across a picture of yourself at a bad angel, or poor lighting?  When looking for homes it’s no different, keep in mind that although pictures are convenient, sometimes it’s best to go take a look for yourself. Tip provided by:                                    Tiffany Pech-Williams, Sales Associate Cell:  712-898-3638 Email:  Tiffany@C21ProLink.com Website:  www.TiffanyPech.com  …Read More »

Featured Home by Gina Grimsley – $205,000

Wednesday, January 25th, 2012

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Home Sellers Tip #4

Tuesday, January 24th, 2012

Considering downsizing…..need to sell….want a smaller home??  Get started this Spring, even if you aren’t sure if or when you will be moving.  Clean out closets, discard or give away what you don’t need and haven’t used recently,  give memorabilia to family members, excess furniture can go to family members or charitable organizations, digitize photos…Read More »

A Professional Can Help Guide The Way

Monday, January 23rd, 2012

Once you decide it’s time to sell, the next step is to select the right real estate professional.  This will ensure the process is smooth and that you accomplish your goal. Some agents deal specifically with sellers, while others focus on only buyers or both types of consumers. Below are some tips I think you’ll…Read More »

Featured Home by Vanessa Lefler-Larned – $89,000

Monday, January 23rd, 2012

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Energy Tip #3

Friday, January 20th, 2012

Compare your energy use to a similar home in your area and see where your home uses the most energy.  Check out the Mid American Energy Home Audit:  http://www.energyguide.com/

Home Buyers Tip #3

Thursday, January 19th, 2012

If you plan on asking  the Seller to leave personal items when purchasing a home it is important to have your Agent identify those items on a separate “Bill of Sale”.   Reason is, lenders are not comfortable financing personal items left with a property such as appliances that are not built in, hot tubs, furniture,…Read More »