I hope this isn't to arrogant but I just had to share this info. Thanks to everyone in the Pillar To Post family, clients and all our realestate friends for making us #1 again for the 6th year in a row. PRESS RELEASETampa, FLA/Toronto CAN-January 15, 2008-For the sixth consecutive year, Pilla
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01/15/2008
Home builders versus home inspectors Over the last few years I have inspected many new homes for clients. Most of them I have inspected at the time of completion and a handful I have inspected during the construction process. I have found most builders to be respectful and understanding to the
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11/06/2007
I just ran into this news article and thought it was worth sharing. Seems to me the buyers lawyer is chasing the biggest money trail. This is a scary situation for everyone involved. both realtors, inspector, mortgage company. What was the seller thinking? Does anyone in South Carolina know d
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11/05/2007
Top 10 Concerns for Homebuyers and SellersWhen buying or selling a home, people are often surprised to find how appropriate that old maxim "The more things change, the more they remain the same" can be. That's because no matter the age, style, size or location of a house, there are common prob
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11/02/2007
Owners hope to head off trouble and speed sales by hiring their own inspectors. By Frank Nelson, Special to The Times August 26, 2007 JUDY MELLO wasn't looking forward to buying a new place to live, imagining a lengthy, complicated and perhaps stressful experience. "I figured it was going to dra
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10/27/2007
HELP FOR HOMEOWNERS: CHOOSING A HANDYMAN*Whether it's a big project such as a bathroom remodel, something small like putting up shelves, or repairs and routine maintenance, many homeowners turn to handymen to get the job done. It used to be that everyone knew "a guy down the street" who could do
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04/30/2007
Here's some advice on making your home attractive to potential buyers. Get routine service done on heating and cooling systems. Pre-sale service will prevent big surprises uncovered by the buyer's home inspection. Wash windows. In addition to improving the home's appearance, washing may uncover b
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01/23/2007
This article was published on: 07/01/2006 SELLING: Prelisting Inspections Prelisting Inspections: Head off troubleBY CHUCK PAUSTIAN Sandy Schoon, ABR®, GRI, a sales associate with Arizona Best Realty in Scottsdale, knows firsthand just how quickly a deal can be put in jeopardy - or slip away
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01/19/2007