Buy O. posted an article on Buy Owner Blog - Nov 29, 2011, 12:45 pm
With interest rates hovering around the 4% mark on a 30-year fixed mortgage, owning a home has become cheaper than renting in 12 metropolitan areas, including Miami, Orlando, Atlanta, and Chicago. The Wall Street Journal states, “Home prices and mortgage rates have fallen so far that the monthly ...
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Buy O. posted an article on Buy Owner Blog - Aug 9, 2011, 7:00 am
Do you have a small alcove in your kitchen that is not deep enough for extra cabinets or large enough to accommodate even a small table? Always wanted a china cabinet to display your loveliest dishes?  Try a bakers rack (like this one from the Container Store).  Showcase your dishes, platters, pit...
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Buy O. posted an article on Buy Owner Blog - Aug 7, 2011, 7:00 am
Ever wish you had more room to put your cleaning supplies, extra bags, etc? Look no further than the back of your linen closet or laundry closet door.  Purchase an inexpensive over the door plastic shoe bag and start filling it up. Not only does everything stay neater, they are more easily accessib...
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Buy O. posted an article on Buy Owner Blog - Aug 5, 2011, 7:00 am
Redoing your kitchen but can’t afford the expensive (and highly desirable) 42 inch custom cabinets?  Go to your local Home Depot or Lowe’s big box store and purchase their in stock cabinets (available in multiple shades of oak and maple or white).  Stack 12 inch cabinets ontop of 30 inch cabin...
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Buy O. posted an article on Buy Owner Blog - Aug 2, 2011, 5:48 pm
When you’re deciding on the best way to showcase your property to prospective buyers, keep in mind that the internet is very visual and people have highly visual expectations. Before they read a word of your description, most buyers will peruse your photos to see, firstly, if they are even remotel...
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Buy O. posted an article on Buy Owner Blog - Jul 27, 2011, 2:18 pm
You Asked. We Listened. As you may know, BuyOwner.com has gone through some major corporate changes. With the birth of the “New” BuyOwner.com, we have taken a new approach to helping you sell your home. We know that times are tough and we are devoted to helping you achieve your goal … to sell ...
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Buy O. posted an article on Buy Owner Blog - Jul 13, 2011, 3:45 pm
There is no need to fear walking your buyers through your home. You know your home better than anyone else, especially if you had your home built.  The following guideline will help you conduct the most effective tour of your home for your prospective buyer. 1) Take a walk through on your own prio...
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Buy O. posted an article on Buy Owner Blog - Jun 23, 2011, 4:26 pm
Sometimes one of the most difficult de-cluttering challenges is what to do with all those ‘little’ items that just seem to accumulate and create a mess.  Try some of these ideas and use them as a stepping off point of thinking up some of your own creative solutions. Pick a drawer or cabinet/cl...
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Buy O. posted an article on Buy Owner Blog - Jun 21, 2011, 2:47 pm
Do you feel safe in your home? Most people do. In fact, to most people, their home is the place they feel the safest. Perhaps then, you would be surprised to learn that over 2 million homes are burlarized each year.  That’s one burglary every 15 seconds. So what can you do to make sure your home...
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Buy O. posted an article on Buy Owner Blog - Jun 16, 2011, 5:47 am
Need to update your home’s appearance but have minimal funds available to do so?  Not a problem! Check out the following ideas. * Can’t afford to paint the whole room? Give the walls a good wipe down with a damp cloth getting off fingerprints and dust. Then paint the trim a crisp bright semi-g...
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Buy O. posted an article on Buy Owner Blog - Jun 15, 2011, 9:00 am
Love the look of hardwood floors but not sure if you want to spend the money for solid wood? The alternatives of engineered wood and laminate flooring confusing you? Let’s take a look at the similarities and the differences. Solid wood flooring is exactly like it sounds, planks of solid wood thro...
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Buy O. posted an article on Buy Owner Blog - Jun 14, 2011, 1:37 pm
Sometimes the quickest, easiest and most effective update you can do is to simply add a splash of color and pizzazz to your space.  Here are a couple of tips to help you with what can be a fun and inspiring activity. * To keep your costs down, check the “Oops” area of your big box store paint...
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Buy O. posted an article on Buy Owner Blog - May 24, 2011, 12:20 pm
” A handful of patience is worth more than a barrel of brains”  Dutch It is no surprise that patience helps us make better decisions.  This is a fact that most of us would agree with on the surface but have often pushed out of our thought process. The media continues to tell us how dismal the...
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Buy O. posted an article on Buy Owner Blog - May 13, 2011, 3:29 pm
When showing your home, there are a few simple things you can do to cause your house to feel like home to your prospective buyers AND do so at minimal cost.  Contrary to what you see on many TV programs, having candles burning throughout your home will often cause your buyer to think that perhaps y...
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Buy O. posted an article on Buy Owner Blog - Apr 27, 2011, 3:58 pm
There are simple things you can do to create an inviting portrait of your home. The purpose of staging your home is to reveal to your prospective buyers a vision of the lifestyle your home offers them. Rather than spending a fortune to accomplish this goal, spend some time doing a few specific thing...
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Buy O. posted an article on Buy Owner Blog - Apr 22, 2011, 3:32 pm
Some homeowners exert tremendous time, effort and money creating a wonderful first impression for buyers to view as they pull up to their home. That is a good thing. What is not so good, is using your entire budget and effort in the front while ignoring the side and back portions of your home. You...
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Buy O. posted an article on Buy Owner Blog - Jul 27, 2010, 8:00 am
The temperatures are still creeping up the thermometer as the sun continues to shine bright in southern Florida! Therefore, summer festivals and special events continue throughout this month, August and September. Whether you’re looking for some fresh produce from a street market, some free live e...
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Buy O. posted an article on Buy Owner Blog - Jul 21, 2010, 8:00 am
There are so many great reasons to buy your own home. Are you ready? Wondering how to get the best deal and how to make the most informed decision? Maybe it’s time to consider Buy Owner! As the nation’s leading for-sale-by-owner marketing company, Buy Owner provides the strength of an establish...
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Buy O. posted an article on Buy Owner Blog - Jul 20, 2010, 8:00 am
Just because July 4th weekend came and went does not mean summer is coming to a close! In the Tampa area, summer continues to sizzle long after the fireworks displays. Numerous festivals, concerts and baseball games await you for the duration of July and August, so grab those planners and begin mark...
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Buy O. posted an article on Buy Owner Blog - Jul 16, 2010, 8:00 am
You hear it time and time again. As a home seller, or just as a homeowner, you need to declutter your home. Get rid of your built-up storage, reorganize and make your house look spacious, empty and clean. As with most advice, the job is easier said than done. So how do you begin the decluttering pr...
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Buy O. posted an article on Buy Owner Blog - Jul 13, 2010, 8:00 am
When some people hear Florida, they immediately think Disney World, Universal Studios, Animal Kingdom, etc. However, locals in the Orlando and Jacksonville areas can enjoy an abundance of festivals and concerts geared toward those living in the areas. Whether you’re new to Orlando or Jacksonville,...
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Buy O. posted an article on Buy Owner Blog - Jul 12, 2010, 8:00 am
Are you planning to sell your property and wondering how to do it? Have you heard about selling by owner and wanted to learn more? Would you like to cut commission costs to make a better profit on the sale? Buy Owner is here to help. As the leading for-sale-by-owner company in today’s market, Bu...
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Buy O. posted an article on Buy Owner Blog - Jul 9, 2010, 8:00 am
What are you still doing inside at this time of year? When the sun goes down and the light of the moon illuminates your backyard patio, that is the time to relax in the cool, fresh breeze instead of the indoor air conditioning. Whether you’re throwing a party or you’re paying bills, you can sit ...
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Buy O. posted an article on Buy Owner Blog - Jul 8, 2010, 8:40 am
We’ve talked in past Green Living blogs about how important it is to purchase an energy-efficient toilet in order to save water, energy and money. Older toilet models use more than three gallons of water per flush, whereas low-flow, energy-efficient models use less than 1.5 gallons per flush. But ...
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Buy O. posted an article on Buy Owner Blog - Jul 6, 2010, 8:00 am
Summertime is when Chicagoans can finally escape the walls of their homes, old or new, and enjoy time in between skyscrapers, on beaches, at festivals and under the sunshine! Every neighborhood in Chicago hosts a multitude of outdoor festivals, not to mention all the events going on in the suburbs o...
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Buy O. posted an article on Buy Owner Blog - Jun 24, 2010, 8:00 am
When you Google search, notice that a lot more DIY websites are popping up? DIY, or do-it-yourself, sites provide you with directions on how to build, install, remodel, landscape and fix without hiring professionals. If you have the skills, DIY work could save you loads of money. Especially if you�...
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Buy O. posted an article on Buy Owner Blog - Jun 22, 2010, 8:15 am
As part of a special feature at the Buy Owner Blog, we’ll be highlighting cities throughout the nation, profiling their attractions and conveniences, as well as pointing out some currently for-sale homes in the area! Today’s City: Deltona, FL Thinking of buying a home in Deltona? Located in th...
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Buy O. posted an article on Buy Owner Blog - Jun 21, 2010, 8:00 am
In the past, we’ve supplied you with articles on how to prosper at an open house. We provided you with safety tips in Have You Held an Open House?, offered you 12 Steps to Prepare for a Summer Open House, warned you with Preparing for Surprise Showings and told you how to Prepare for a Spring Open...
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Buy O. posted an article on Buy Owner Blog - Jun 19, 2010, 8:00 am
We supply you with a plethora of articles with landscaping tips. For most of us, however, a grassy lawn takes up the majority of our yard space. So today, instead of focusing on the gardens in the corner of the yard or the trees scattered throughout the yard, we’re going to focus on the facts abou...
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Buy O. posted an article on Buy Owner Blog - Jun 18, 2010, 8:00 am
According to a recent article at HousingWatch.com, Florida house prices are dropping, even in the state’s most expensive city: Key West. What was once an impossible location for many buyers in...
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Buy O. posted an article on Buy Owner Blog - Jun 15, 2010, 8:00 am
As part of a special feature at the Buy Owner Blog, we’ll be highlighting cities throughout the nation, profiling their attractions and conveniences, as well as pointing out some currently for-sale homes in the area! Today’s featured city: Bradenton, FL! Located along U.S. 41 between Tampa and...
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Buy O. posted an article on Buy Owner Blog - Jun 14, 2010, 8:00 am
Congratulations on taking the first step towards selling your home on your own: Using Buy Owner! As the nation’s leading FSBO company, Buy Owner offers the strength and stability of an established company, as well as the hallmark of being the most popular FSBO destination online, delivering ...
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Buy O. posted an article on Buy Owner Blog - Jun 11, 2010, 8:00 am
When it comes to the costs of improving your home, most would assume that interior design is not an area worth considering right now. Interior designers are expensive to hire and they choose uppity items that are way out of your economic means, right? Not necessarily. Most interior designers underst...
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Buy O. posted an article on Buy Owner Blog - Jun 10, 2010, 8:08 am
About 60 percent of a home’s water usage comes from the bathroom. Want to incorporate green living into your bathroom but not sure where to begin? There are numerous ways to conserve water and energy in your bathroom; thanks to an interactive diagram provided by National Geographic’s Green Guide...
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Buy O. posted an article on Buy Owner Blog - Jun 8, 2010, 8:00 am
Do you ever visit an online search engine and immediately become flustered by all the homes for sale? It can be overwhelming, especially now, with so many homes available and few sales. In order to help your search become calmer and organized, you need a search engine that is easy to browse and quic...
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Buy O. posted an article on Buy Owner Blog - Jun 7, 2010, 8:00 am
As a home seller eager to make a profit on your sale, it can be easy to lose sight of an important truth: Your house is worth what a buyer is willing to pay. Not what it sold for. Not what you invested. Not what you want a buyer to pay. Your house is worth what a buyer is willing to pay. So...
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Buy O. posted an article on Buy Owner Blog - Jun 4, 2010, 8:00 am
If you live in an area of the country with four pronounced seasons, you might think that spending money on your backyard is a waste. If you can only spend time in an outdoor oasis for half the year or less, why not stick to updating the inside of your house instead? However, right now, when the warm...
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Buy O. posted an article on Buy Owner Blog - Jun 3, 2010, 8:00 am
Wondering how the Internet has been buzzing with green information over the last month? Check out this roundup of great articles, filled with information and stories about green living as it relates to real estate and home building! USA Today, “My green house project sparks debate, criticism,...
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Buy O. posted an article on Buy Owner Blog - Jun 1, 2010, 8:09 am
or, before you buy a house: beware! Buying your first home is an exciting time. You’ve saved money, you’ve decided where you want to live and you’re ready to take the plunge into a big commitment that will give you rewards for years to come! But buying your first home is also a s...
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Buy O. posted an article on Buy Owner Blog - May 31, 2010, 8:00 am
If you want to add an upgrade to your house in order to spark buyer interest, you might as well stick to upgrades that will earn you tax credits. Chances are you will not receive as much revenue...
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Buy O. posted an article on Buy Owner Blog - May 28, 2010, 8:00 am
Want to increase the value of your home? Want to remodel or upgrade a room? Want to make everyday life more comfortable? You can do all of the above by choosing to remodel a room with smart upgrades done right. To show you what we mean, here are three examples of possible upgrades that you might not...
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Buy O. posted an article on Buy Owner Blog - May 27, 2010, 8:00 am
Experts say that one of the easiest ways to spruce up a room is to repaint it. Even if you choose neutral colors, the fresh coat will brighten the walls and hide any signs of wear and tear. As long as you’re making a change, why not make it as green or eco-friendly as possible? Because so many typ...
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Buy O. posted an article on Buy Owner Blog - May 25, 2010, 8:00 am
As part of a special feature at the Buy Owner Blog, we’ll be highlighting cities throughout the nation, profiling their attractions and conveniences, as well as pointing out some currently for-sale homes in the area! Today’s City: Naperville, IL Consistently ranked as one of the top places for...
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Buy O. posted an article on Buy Owner Blog - May 24, 2010, 8:00 am
According to an article in the Lansing State Journal last month, the most important home improvements you can make are in the kitchen and the bathrooms. Not only do renovations to these spaces improve your enjoyment of your home, but they also increase your home’s value. Often, sellers will re...
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Buy O. posted an article on Buy Owner Blog - May 21, 2010, 8:00 am
Looking to add a seasonal flare to your home? Fashion experts are stating that during a financially tight time, it’s more fashionable to add bright accents and accessories to what you already have instead of redoing an entire room. Therefore, when you feel the need to spruce up a room for summer, ...
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Buy O. posted an article on Buy Owner Blog - May 20, 2010, 8:00 am
You may have heard about the recent investigation conducted by the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) on Energy Star rated appliances, which found that the Energy Star program is vulnerable to fraud and abuse. This Energy Star program began in 1992, managed by the U.S. Department of Energy...
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Buy O. posted an article on Buy Owner Blog - May 18, 2010, 8:00 am
As part of a special feature at the Buy Owner Blog, we’ll be highlighting cities throughout the nation, profiling their attractions and conveniences, as well as pointing out some currently for-sale homes in the area! Nicknamed “Our Gateway to the Gulf,” Port Richey has long been a top destina...
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Buy O. posted an article on Buy Owner Blog - May 17, 2010, 8:00 am
Numerous factors affect the housing market, and right now, decreased home values and increased foreclosures go hand in hand. When foreclosures show up in your community, they can drag down the value of your home, they can cause potential home buyers to purchase cheap foreclosed homes over your more ...
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Buy O. posted an article on Buy Owner Blog - May 14, 2010, 8:00 am
If you own a home with a large yard, consider planting new trees. The advantages of having an array of trees in your yard are abundant. They reduce the amount of carbon dioxide in the air while producing oxygen and clean air, they provide homes for songbirds and other types of wildlife, they cool yo...
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Buy O. posted an article on Buy Owner Blog - May 13, 2010, 8:00 am
According to a recent article in the Miami Herald, Florida real estate has hit its bottom. “The real estate market in Florida probably has probably reached its lowest point, according to a survey of professionals across the state,” the article states. And while such news comes as a wel...
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