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Spotting Foundation Issues When Buying a Home
Buying a home is both exciting and stressful. After all, you want to find a place that suits your living needs and is in great condition. One of the biggest concerns is that the property you purchase is structurally sound, and this often starts with the foundation. Consider these tips about how to spot potential […]
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Moving with a Baby: The Complete Guide for Parents
On the move with a little mover in tow? Every parent knows having a baby at home is an adventure. Take that everyday baby voyage and mix in moving your home, now your adventure is more like a hike up Mt. Everest! Here’s the good news, if you plan ahead and take simple steps that […]
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5 Home Staging Secrets from the Pros
If you are selling your home, these home staging secrets from Chicago-area pros could help you get top dollar. 1. Know Your Buyer While you want to appeal to the broadest group of potential buyers, you also need to have a good idea who your most likely buyer is, and stage your home accordingly. “If […]
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How to Avoid the Top 5 Home Seller Mistakes
When you are selling your home, it can be easy to be in a vacuum. You have a certain idea of what the market should pay for your home and what may or may not be an issue. After all, you are king of your castle, right? Your home has x, y and z . […]
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5 Things You Need to Know About Selling a Condo
Thinking of selling your condo? Whether you live in the condo or own it as an investment property, if you’re ready to sell your home, it’s time to talk to a qualified real estate agent in your area. By evaluating several criteria, including regional markets, time of year, features of your condo unit, as well […]
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Fairy Terns – A Special Sighting!
You wouldn’t believe what I found outside one of my beautiful listings at the foot of Diamond Head: a nest of Fairy Terns! I was so tickled to see nature in action, and I decided I didn’t know enough about these fascinating birds so I did some research. I have distilled some of my newfound […]
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How Much Is Mortgage Insurance?
If you bought a home with a down payment that is less than 20% of the purchase price, or if you refinanced with less than 20% equity, your lender will require you to purchase mortgage insurance. It’s important to note that not all loan programs will offer the same terms. That’s why it’s smart to […]
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Architectural Styles on the Horizon
Whether you’re buying, selling or staging a home, popular architectural styles and buzz-words can help you get the most out of your investment. Current and upcoming homebuyers have an “instant” mindset, are debt-savvy, and want all the luxuries of rural living in growing cities. Trending architectural styles, like shipping container and tiny homes, reflect the […]
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Size Matters: Finding the Perfect Size Home
If you’re house shopping, there’s probably one question that’s been on your mind often: “What size home should I buy?” At a glance, the answer seems obvious: as big as you can afford! But that’s only a small piece of the puzzle. Home size matters on many levels from personal preference to resale value, future […]
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Cori Hamilton, Realtor® | License #: RB-19091
(808) 375-3959
cori@cori-hamilton.com
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