Category: Independent Business
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Refi bullseye
Why now is an ideal time to refinance a mortgage By Erik J. Martin CTW Features Salivating over enticingly low loan interest rates and wishing you could get in on the fun as an established homeowner? There’s no time like the present to explore a mortgage refinance, which likely can pocket you plenty of extra…
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How to determine if downsizing is for you
As men and women retire or approach retirement age, many opt to downsize their homes. Such a decision can save older adults substantial amounts of money while also liberating them from the hassle of maintaining large homes they no longer need. Downsizing to smaller homes or apartments is a significant step, one that homeowners should…
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How to transform a fixer-upper
The real estate market will always have its ups and downs, but real estate is an oft-profitable investment. Real estate investors do their investing for various reasons. Some see a house as a place to hang their hats for years and years, while others look at properties as nothing more than investments. Buying a home…
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Five simple ways to go green at home and save money
Thinking green throughout the year can offer some significant benefits. Here are some easy ways you can go green in your own home and lower your energy bills: • Invest in a programmable thermostat. It will automatically adjust the temperature in your house, saving you energy while you’re out for the day, away on vacation…
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Make a home offer they can’t refuse
Buying a home can be very competitive. A well-maintained property with all of the bells and whistles that today’s buyers demand figures to attract many offers, and buyers who have found their dream homes must be prepared to make an offer that sellers can’t refuse. Standing out in a sea of other potential home buyers…
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Factors to consider when choosing a neighborhood
When shopping for a home, it’s easy for buyers to fall in love with a property. A well-maintained home with updated features can be hard to resist, but buyers must consider more than just a home’s appearance before submitting an offer. One variable prospective home buyers tend to value more highly than others is the…
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Things to consider before buying an investment property
Real estate can be an incredibly fruitful investment. Buying a property at the right time can provide investors with a substantial return when they decide to sell, and that opportunity compels many men and women to consider investing in real estate. While there’s no denying real estate can yield a great return on buyers’ initial…
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K. Hovnanian to open new townhome community in Monmouth County
K. Hovnanian Homes, New Jersey’s largest homebuilder, has announced plans for the development of another new community in the Garden State, in one of Monmouth County’s most desirable areas. The new community, Four Ponds at Lincroft, will feature 228 upscale townhomes located off of Route 35 in the Lincroft section of Middletown Township. At Four…
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Business Brief
In an effort to help local schools, AAA Mid-Atlantic will collect school supplies from through Sept. 15 at more than 60 AAA locations including its retail and car care centers. The campaign, “Building Blocks to Support Our Future Members,” encourages AAA associates, members and the general public to donate new, unused, unwrapped school supplies. Some of…
