Archive for December, 2007

Web Round-Up: Top 10 Real Estate-Related Websites & Services of 2007

December 31st, 2007 categories: Finances, For Fun, Home Buying, Home Ownership, Home Selling, Investments, Mortgages, Moving, Real Estate

Here’s a list of our favorite real estate-related websites and services (in no particular order) that we came across in 2007:

• For property info on the go: www.housefront.com
• In pursuit of property price drops: www.propertysnake.co.uk
• Rental price reality check online: www.rentometer.com
• Online suite of real estate games: www.realius.com
• “Nethood” tool for property managers: www.lifeat.com
• Healthy house hunting service: www.pedaltoproperties.com
• Relocation service for seniors: www.wemoveseniors.com
• Online matchmaker for renters & neighborhoods: www.hubbuzz.com
• Financing family & friends wth the P2P loan market: www.us.zopa.com
• Decor on demand: www.wonderfulgraffiti.com

And here’s looking forward to a great 2008!!!

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Distinctive Dwelling: The Steel House

December 28th, 2007 categories: Design, For Fun

Jennifer Chait of OffBeatHomes points us to another distinctive dwelling worth a look….Mr. Bruno’s Steel House.

Look how amazing the interior is.

Another exterior look.

See a great slide show of this home plus process photos at Robert Bruno’s website.

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Housing 2007: How They Got it Wrong

December 28th, 2007 categories: Finances, Home Buying, Home Ownership, Home Selling, Investments, Mortgages, Real Estate

Experts thought 2007 would bring a real estate recovery - not the worst collapse on record. So before you put much hope in forecasts for a 2008 rebound in the battered housing market, consider this: A year ago at this time many top economists were looking for that recovery to begin in 2007. CNN’s Money Magazine takes a look at what that says about forecasts of a turnaround next year. Full Story

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Pest Patrol: 6 Tips for Keeping Them in the Cold

December 27th, 2007 categories: Home Ownership

This winter season’s unwelcome pests may soon join homeowners by the fire to stay warm and out of the elements. Colder temperatures send wintry pests, such as rodents, spiders and cockroaches searching for food, water and shelter indoors. RISMedia points us to the National Pest Management Association (NPMA), who provides tips for homeowners on how to keep unwanted pests outdoors this winter season.

1. Seal any cracks and holes on the outside of the home, including areas where utilities and pipes enter the home.
2. Screen vents and openings to chimneys.
3. Keep attics, basements and crawl spaces well ventilated and dry.
4. Repair fascia, sofits and rotted roof shingles; some insects are drawn to deteriorating wood.
5. Replace loose mortar and weather-stripping around the basement foundation and windows.
6. If you suspect a pest infestation in your home, contact a licensed pest professional to inspect and treat the pest problem. Full Story

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