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Property Crossroads - Real Estate Info

Archive for July 2007

July 20th, 2007

5 Things to Consider When Investing in a Rental Propery

Being a landlord is one of the best ways to profit from the real estate industry.  You don’t only profit from the rental income, but also from the appreciation of the property over time.
Here are 5 things to consider when your planning to invest in a rental property:

Rental Income:  Does the property have a good […]

By Maricel Ferrer-Custodio -- 0 comments

July 18th, 2007

Best Days To Buy and Sell a House

Usually, I read about when is the best time to buy and sell a house.  It usually refers to a period or season.  For the first time, I’ve read about the actual best day to buy and sell a house.  In the Zillow Blog, Lesley Pandey  wrote  "Selling or buying? Better check that calendar…"
She shared […]

By Maricel Ferrer-Custodio -- 1 comment

July 18th, 2007

10 “Do-It-Yourself” That Will Help Sell Your Home

Selling your home is not just about finding an agent to sell it for you.  More than anyone else, you’re the one who has the most vested interest in selling your home.  Thus, you should do your share in making sure that your home is in tip top shape during inspections and open houses.  Hiring […]

By Maricel Ferrer-Custodio -- 1 comment

July 12th, 2007

I am Facing Foreclosure is officially over! (again)

Casey Serin the infamous "Foreclosure poster boy" and said to be "most hated blogger" in the world had decided once again to close his blog for good by August 3, 2007.
You can read all about the drama here, here and here.
The ending of his public life was not a "happily ever after" story:

He has a […]

By Maricel Ferrer-Custodio -- 2 comments

July 10th, 2007

4 Key Things to Consider When House Hunting

Rooftop Views has a great article which outlined four key things to consider when buying a house.  From the list, I added more insights and tips to make your house hunting easier.
1) Location, location, location
Getting the best location is not all about the best capital growth.  If you and your family will be living […]

By Maricel Ferrer-Custodio -- 1 comment

July 10th, 2007

5 Warning Signs…When Not to Buy a House

Steven Leung of the Silicon Valley Real Estate Blog  recommends not to buy a house when the financial risk of keeping your home takes away from the enjoyment of it.  I totally agree.  Buying a home should not be a temporary achievement or satisfaction for the sake of buying a home.  It is an ongoing […]

By Maricel Ferrer-Custodio -- 1 comment

July 8th, 2007

A lifestyle choice: Real Estate vs. Life’s Other Luxuries

I was reading the real estate section of the NYTimes.com when I saw this article "At Home in Berlin".  It is about the latest real estate investment of a couple; Mr. and Mrs. Brown,  a 700 square foot apartment in Berlin, Germany. They  have a primary home in San Francisco and also a 1,200 square […]

By Maricel Ferrer-Custodio -- 0 comments

July 3rd, 2007

Bill Marriott talks about the “Hotel Business”

The following quotes are excerpts from Bill Marriott’s Blog Entry:  Getting Satisfaction 

"When you boil it down to the basics, the hotel business is about service.  From the greeting you get as you walk in the front door, to the furniture and amenities in your guest room, to how quickly we deliver room service.  I know […]

By Maricel Ferrer-Custodio -- 0 comments

July 2nd, 2007

Warren Buffett and Real Estate: His Investments, Companies and Insight

Warren Buffett is the second richest person in the world according to a special report by Forbes.com.  He’s net worth is $52 Billion, despite a gift of $31 Billion earmarked for various charities. He is the CEO of Berkshire Hathaway Inc., a holding company for many successful businesses in insurance, apparel, utilities, home furnishings, beverage, […]

By Maricel Ferrer-Custodio -- 0 comments

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