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You Might Find this Pin-teresting!
Imagine flipping through a magazine and tearing out pictures that inspire you. These could be anything ranging from DIY projects, home décor, to your dream house. That is exactly what one of the fastest growing social media sites, Pinterest, allows you to do electronically. Pinterest is a visual search engine where you can browse articles ranging from How to Paint your Garage Floor to How to Apply for a Mortgage. Businesses and consumers upload, save and manage images known as "pins". Pins are then added to "boards" that are organized by a topic or theme. Pinterest acts as a personalized media platform where users' content and the content of others can be browsed. Homeowners can plan projects from just clicking on a category. Whether planning a kitchen remodel that is months aw...
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Consider Cost Not Just Price
In today's real estate market, buyers have a tendency to focus on price when searching for a new home. But, they really should focus on the long term cost of a home.
In November 2013, the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA), the National Association of Realtors, Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae estimated a 1% increase in mortgage interest rates in the next 12 months. They also projected that home prices will continue to rise. What does this all matter to buyers that are considering buying homes now or waiting for up to 12 months? Let us show you! Check out the chart below. A home purchased today versus next year for the same price could cost you as much as $150 more per month due to the projected interest rate. Who wants to pay more for the same thing?...
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Ruhl&Ruhl Realtors Agents Receive Recognition from Midwest Five Star Real Estate Agent Program
Ruhl&Ruhl would like to congratulate the following agents on being honored with the 2014 Midwest Five Star Real Estate Agents Award. From the Ruhl&Ruhl Bettendorf Office; Marybeth Chupka and Joe Lindsay. From the Ruhl&Ruhl Davenport Office; Tom Bracey, Natalie Glynn, Regen Johnson, Dollie Means, and Melissa Wegener. From the Ruhl&Ruhl Moline Office; Monta Ponsetto.
The largest real estate program in North America, the Five Star Real Estate Agent program identifies reputable and trustworthy professionals. Their research team applies a thorough evaluation process that identifies accomp...
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7 Quick Tips For A Kid-Friendly, Less Stress Move
Moving out of and into a new home can have its ups and downs emotionally. Finding the right home, leaving your friends, packing everything up and moving your life…it's an experience, and one that should be as stress less as possible; especially when you have kids involved. Here are a few quick tips to keep in mind when you're ready to make your move:
- Think about your timeline. They say timing is everything and when it comes to a move, that's an especially important thing to keep in mind. While you can't always control when you need to make a move, take into consideration when might be the best time in your child's life to move, such as after school is out or during a school break. This will help make the move les...
