Coinciding Settlements Clauses – Moving Issues

People who are selling their home in order to buy another frequently put a “coinciding settlements” clause into their contract offer on the new home. One reason for doing this is so they can move from one home to the other at the same time. Coinciding Moving Day? One reason people want coinciding settlements is …

Condos buying guide- How to invest in superior Condominiums

Condo or condominium is a housing option that looks like an apartment complex. Condo ownership lets the owner to own the condo only not the land. Condo owners have to pay monthly fee for maintaining common areas.  Generally the association of property owners manages condominiums. Owners of condominium can do anything inside the their unit …

Charleston’s Best Places to Grab a Bite to Eat

The Wreck of the Richard & Charlene Although settled in an old icehouse, this seafood restaurant has all the warm southern charm it needs.  The Wreck of the Richard & Charlene is one of Charleston’s local favorite food establishments.  As hurricane Hugo swept through back in 1989, it plowed over the same spot the restaurant …

Commercial Real Estate: Becoming A Market Expert

By now, you’re probably pretty well acquainted with the process on of focusing on the property type and area you want.  You know the zoning which supports it and you’ve reviewed in detail the zoning maps. Now what?  It’s time for some legwork.  You want to put into use some of that book learning and …

Colorado Real Estate – The Rocky Mountains

Colorado is the land of the Rocky Mountains and all that comes with it. Located in the foothills, Denver is the central location for Colorado real estate.  Colorado A state dominated by mountains, Colorado is a popular relocation spot for outdoors enthusiasts. The state offers skiing, hiking, rock climbing, fishing, camping and other activities in …

Choosing Your Real Estate Appraiser

If you have been thinking about purchasing a real estate property for personal use or as an investment, you’ll need to hire the services of a real estate investor. If you play to finance your home through a bank or other lender, you’ll more than likely need to get the property appraised first. Banks and …

Commercial Real Estate Desirability

For those who are looking for an excellent way to generate outside income, the commercial real estate industry is a great way to go. Many people have begun to invest in commercial real estate, and since this type of real estate is continually being purchased and sold, it has become an excellent way to invest …

Condos – The Way Of The Future

The prices of condos are going up in some areas and down in other areas, but one thing is for sure, condos are here to stay! Condo living looks like being the way of the future and there are several quite diversified reasons for their popularity. One is obviously a reflection on our society – …

Descriptive Terms in Real Estate Ads – More Definitions

If you are buying or selling a home, the chances are good you struggle with the meaning of descriptive real estate terms. Here are explanations and definitions for more terms.  “Shed Dormers”  These are often seen in Dutch colonial style houses and are flat roofed dormers. Sometimes these dormers are single windows, but often they …