Tag Archives: Harker Heights real estate

Hail Storm and Roofing

Posted on March 19, 2018 by redoak

After a major hail storm hits, one of the most common practices is to inspect your property to see if there is any hail damage. An important area to look is also on the roofs, here are some tips and … Continue reading →

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Beware of rental scams on Craigslist!

Posted on October 29, 2013 by redoak

Speaking from experience as a property manager, I cannot begin to count the number of times our brokerage firm has identified home rental scams, particularly on Craigslist. The scamsters place rental ads for foreclosed homes before they are sold. They … Continue reading →

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How Construction Costs Affect the Housing Recovery

Posted on October 22, 2013 by redoak

Though the title of this particular blog sounds self-explanatory, the economics of how construction costs affect the housing market and the recovery are quite complex. In a National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) 2011 survey, construction costs accounted for almost … Continue reading →

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Kitchen Cleaning Tips

Posted on October 1, 2013 by redoak

Stove- One of the most commonly ignored areas with regards to kitchen cleaning is the space between the stove and the countertop.  Use a stiff brush to loosen and remove the crumbs. Remove the filter from your rage hood at least … Continue reading →

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Prequalification is an important step in the home buying process

Posted on September 25, 2013 by redoak

Prequalification is an important step in the home buying process. It is simple and allows a mortgage lender to do a snapshot of your credit, debt, and income and give you a projected loan amount that you qualify for. Most REALTORS … Continue reading →

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Lender Checklist: What You Need for a Mortgage

Posted on September 23, 2013 by redoak

  □         W-2 forms — or business tax return forms if you’re self-employed — for the last two or three years for every person signing the loan. □         Copies of at least one pay stub for each person signing the … Continue reading →

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Tips on Purchasing Upholstered Sofas and Chairs

Posted on September 10, 2013 by redoak

Here are some tips for purchasing upholstered sofas and chairs. 1) Consider the comfort factor.  Choose pieces that are neither too soft or too firm. 2) Choose pieces with soft pillows, not hard foam.  If a piece has hard form … Continue reading →

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A first-aid kit of homeownership skills

Posted on September 9, 2013 by redoak

by Mary Beth Breckenridge, Akron Beach Journal Houses don’t come with instruction manuals. Little emergencies inevitably crop up, and new homeowners aren’t always equipped to deal with them. To help, we’ve put together a list of tasks every homeowner should know how … Continue reading →

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A Background on Carpeting

Posted on September 6, 2013 by redoak

For warmth and softness underfoot, carpet is the right selection.  A carpet has two components: face pile and backing.  Due to the fact that the face pile (yarn  fibers) is subject to all the wear and tear, it is your … Continue reading →

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Lawn Care Advice

Posted on August 29, 2013 by redoak

The days are getting warmer. It feels like summer already. For those who don’t have time to spend taking care of their yard, here are some suggestions from the Better Business Bureau when selecting a company to do your yard work. … Continue reading →

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