Effort When you begin to think and grow rich, you will observe that riches begin with a state of mind, with definiteness of purpose, with little or no hard work.
domingo, 28 de octubre de 2012
miércoles, 24 de octubre de 2012
Assistance for First Time Homebuyers in Plano TX
There is assistance out there for first time homebuyers in Plano TX! You can receive up to $10,000 for down payment and closing costs if you meet the eligibility requirements. This assistance is available for low-to-moderate income first time homebuyers. The amount of assistance is dependent on the homebuyer's income.
This program is funded by annual entitlement grants called Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnership Grants from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Developement.
Homebuyers just need to complete an application, have an interview, and attend a first time homebuyer class that the City of Plano offers free of charge. The classes provide important homebuyer tips to help with the whole home buying process and include:
* Budgeting and credit preparation
* The Homebuyer's Roadmap
* How to get pre-approved for a mortgage
* How to select a realtor and a home inspector
There are nice homes to buy in Plano and Plano offers help in buying them.
Click here to let us help you get started with Assistance for First Time Homebuyers in Plano TX! Se Habla Espanol.
Grounding to Water Pipes- Electrical Inspections
Grounding to Water Pipes- Electrical Inspections- Wenatchee and Quincy Home Inspections When performing a home inspection and evaluating the electrical system I am always trying to confirm if a grounding system is proper. The Washington State Home Inspector Standards of Practice states (WAC 308-408C-110 Electrical system.)-
A home Inspector must:
(b) Report (i) The existence of a connected service-grounding conductor and service-grounding electrode when same can be determined. (ii) When no connection to a service grounding electrode can be confirmed.The purpose of the grounding electrode is to be connected to earth and to the electrical equipment so it establishes a zero difference of potential between the earth and the electrical equipment. This zero difference of potential helps stabilize voltage for the electrical system.In addition the grounding electrode system is used to limit the voltage imposed on the electrical system by lightning, line surges, or unintentional contact with higher-voltage lines.Now during a home inspection it may not be easy to locate and I may not find it. Grounding electrodes can be buried and often not visible.
In many older homes it is common to use the water pipe as the primary grounding electrode. But often not within 5 feet of the entrance of the home.
250.52 Grounding Electrodes. (A) Electrodes Permitted for Grounding.
(1) Metal Underground Water Pipe. A metal underground water pipe in direct contact with the earth for 3.0 m (10 ft) or more (including any metal well casing bonded to the pipe) and electrically continuous (or made electrically continuous by bonding around insulating joints or insulating pipe) to the points of connection of the grounding electrode conductor and the bonding conductors. Interior metal water piping located more than 1.52 m (5 ft) from the point of entrance to the building shall not be used as a part of the grounding electrode system or as a conductor to interconnect electrodes that are part of the grounding electrode system.There is a good reason for the 5 foot rule. Often in these older homes the plumbing has been modified and replaced with materials that are not conductive such as plastics. Also you want to make sure that if you have a removable component such as a pressure reducing valve or meter etc… that you do not lose ground during replacement or servicing.Here we have a perfect example of why this rule is so important. On this home inspection I found the ground has been severed when re-piping was performed. This home is now without a ground and is a safety issue.
Being “Grounded” is always a good thing.
“A shocking occurrence ceases to be shocking when it occurs daily. “
Alexander Chase
NCW Home Inspections, LLC is a Licensed Washington State Home Inspection service located in Wenatchee Washington serving Chelan County, Douglas County, Kittitas County, Okanogan County and Grant County Washington and the cities of Wenatchee, Leavenworth, Cashmere, Oroville, Cle Elum, East Wenatchee, Quincy and many more…
Your Wenatchee and Chelan Professional Real Estate, Home and Structural Pest Inspection Service
www.ncwhomeinspections.com 509-670-9572
martes, 23 de octubre de 2012
Preparing Your New Hampshire Home For Sale Is More Than A Job To Me
Preparing Your New Hampshire Home For Sale Is More Than A Job To Me
Are you looking for advice on preparing your house for sale? As a professional Home Stager I have plenty of advice for New Hampshire sellers. The most important, however, is to find professionals you trust and make your decisions based on their experience. The process is always easier when you have support from professionals and a proven plan of success to follow.
As a stager, my greatest satisfaction comes from turning the "overwhelming" into "totally manageable" for my clients.
My passion and obsession with organization began as a child when I tried to convince my friends that cleaning closets was more fun than playing outside. From an early age I was the go-to source for home decorating and re-design advice for my family and friends.
It wasn’t until a Realtor friend asked for my help with a listing, that I even knew home staging existed as a profession. What a gift to find out there was actually a business associated with doing what I love to do!
In 2006, after extensive research, I started my Home Staging business in New Hampshire. Since then my mission has been to help sellers increase the emotional appeal of their property and sell their homes for the best possible price in the shortest amount of time. Two years ago I became the first stager in New Hampshire to earn the RESA-PRO designation from the Real Estate Staging Association.
I'm not a home stager for the profit...
New Hampshire isn't exactly the Home Staging capital of the world.
I'm in this business because I love it,
and I'm very good at it.
Transforming is my passion,
but my satisfaction is in knowing that I help make other people's lives a little easier.
Making the agent's job a little easier....
Agents can rely on me to handle all the awkward, personal issues like odors, clutter, poor color choices. The agent no longer has to deal with appearance and preparation. They can devote their time to the task of marketing. I also provide "after" photos free of charge.
"If there was ever any doubt about the power of home staging, Sharon Tara will make you a believer. She did a fabulous job for me…the house she staged sold in a month, after languishing for six months with no offers. She is very professional, very accommodating, and really fun to work with! I highly recommend her."
Making the sellers' job a little easier....
I provide direction, a detailed "to-do" list for them to follow...saving them time and money. They no longer have to stress out over the huge task at hand. I'm sympathetic to their situation, providing creative options based on their budget.
"Thank you from the bottom of my heart, Sharon. Your work was instrumental in selling my house."
"What a big improvement. I never thought that we would be moving furniture, I just thought you would give me some ideas. It was a lot of fun and didn’t even seem like work. Thanks so much!"
"Sharon, Thanks again for all that you did. I would like you to know that we were blown away by your services. It was far above and beyond what we expected... You did a fantastic job of putting yourself in the buyers’ shoes and explaining your thought processes and impressions that you received. We appreciated your candid feedback as your constructive criticism was delivered respectfully and clearly."
I've learned so much since starting my business. I've made many new friends...agents, stagers from around the world, and clients who I never would have met otherwise.
Preparing your New Hampshire home for sale is more than a job to me.... I'm very grateful to have found an outlet for my passion!
I would love the opportunity to help you with your New Hampshire listing.
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New Hampshire Home Staging FAQ
Professional Home Staging services for the New Hampshire Seacoast
Portsmouth Rye Greenland North Hampton Dover Rochester Somersworth
603.661.8524
Home Staging Consultations Pay Off Big Time In Fresno/Clovis,CA
During the past year many local real estate agents in the Fresno/Clovis area, as part of their marketing programs, have begun providing their clients home staging walk through consultations from Selling By Design-Staging. The home stager and the client walk through the home while the staging professional discusses changes that the client can make which will enhance the home. The client is free to take notes.
In this home we suggested the owner remove heavy drapes, and a large recliner, as well as move the large sofa from the middle of the room to the wall. The changes opened up the room and brought in more light.
Staging consultations have paid off big time for both the agents and sellers in quick, profitable sales. To encourage those agents, and others who would like to add a staging consultation to their marketing, Selling By Design-Staging is offering a special rate for agents. We will provide a walk through consultation with your clients at a discount of nearly half of our regular fee for this service(no limit per agent.)
Home sellers and real estate agents are finding that having a staging consultation is the best investment available when preparing a home for sale.
Linda Thompson
Fresno, CA- home staging and redesign services
Selling By Design-Staging
Selling By Design-Staging specializes in giving homes an edge on the competition by creating atmospheres that are appealing, inviting and that say to potential buyers "Welcome home." For more information we invite you to visit our web site at http://www.sellingbydesign-staging.net
linda@sellingbydesign-staging.com
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What the Heck is Staged to Dwell?
What the Heck is Staged to Dwell?
(Perspectives on Real Estate and More from a Home Staging Pro)
It is a question I hear often, “What the heck is Staged to Dwell?” It is also called “Redesign” or “Restyle”. Simply put, it is about giving your space a whole new look without buying anything or by buying very little. It is a service Home Stagers, including Memorial Staged Homes, offer.
Over time, the rooms we love can become crowded with furniture and things. Kids’ toys move to the living room, work moves to the bedroom, the bonus room fills with boxes, rooms lose definition and become tired looking. The fresh eye of a Home Stager/Redesign expert can breathe new life into your home. When necessary, we can also advise you on paint colors and help you create flow throughout your home.
Redesign is a great option for folks that have lived in their house for years but it is also helpful to new 
home buyers. After all, it can be a challenge to figure out where to place furniture that was bought for another space. Buyers’ Agents have been known to gift their clients with Staged to Dwell services after closing.
Using the same principles used in Home Staging, Home Stagers can create balance, flow and harmony in a space using items you already own. Your home should be your haven and when you walk in the door; you deserve to experience a space that functions according to your needs yet fosters peace.
Wishing you a quick sale!
Kathy Strader, ASP
Home Staging A Seller' Secret Weapon - CBS Sunday Morning
Home Staging - A Seller's Secret Weapon - CBS Sunday Morning
Watching CBS Sunday Morning is a part of my Sunday ritual...every Sunday. Today there was a segement on home staging as a seller's secret weapon.
There were some statements made during the piece that didn't ring true for me, like "home staging costs about 3% of the listing price" . I've never even come close to charging 3% for a staging job and I think neither have 99% of the professional home stagers out there. I'm guessing that they were including every and all expenses associated with getting a home ready for the market, including painting the interior and exterior, repairs to the structure (not normally the purview of home stagers) and infrastructure (upgrading electrical and plumbing - also not normally considered part of home staging).
Very generally speaking, I think most home staging projects cost .5% to 1% of the listing price of the home, although I don't know any home stagers that bid their job based upon a percentage of the listing price. Of course, where the home is located, whether it is a vacant home staging or an occupied home staging, home condition and how many rooms are to be staged all play into the cost of real estate staging.
They interviewed a Chicago real estate agent, Ian Schwartz, who said "You have 2 choices, either stage it or not. And if the answer's "not", I'm not working with you". Schwartz goes on to say that he cannot waste time on ugly houses and doesn't want to have to apologize for any of his listings. I say "Bravo" Ian Schwartz! Ian is one of the top real estate agents in the Chicago area, and now I know why.
So thank you, CBS Sunday Morning for informing home sellers of the importance and benefits of having your home professionally staged. Yes, hiring a professional home stager (and hiring the right real estate agent) are definitely a home seller's not-so-secret weapons when selling a home!
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2010 RESA Professional Stager of the Year
Michelle has staged hundreds of Los Angeles homes, many of which have sold with multiple offers, above listing price.
She works with home sellers, listing agents and asset managers to prepare homes for sale throughout Los Angeles.
Moving Mountains Design provides vacant home staging, occupied home staging, color consultations, corporate and executive relocations, move organization, redesign, and interior design. We also stage model homes, REOs,foreclosures and auction properties for real estate investors and asset managers.
For more information about our Los Angeles home staging services, contact Michelle at (626)385-8852 or by email.
Click here to see our Los Angeles home staging portfolio
Click here to go to our Los Angeles home staging blog
Click here for more information about home staging in Los Angeles and how we can help sell your home faster and for the best price
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