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At PEM, part of our exceptional service stems from having professionals who are in tune with the latest industry news and updates at all times so they can always provide you with the most up-to-date information to best fit your needs.
We also believe that the more information you have available to you, the more prepared you'll be when you are ready to make the life changing decision of buying a home which is why we've provided the current industry articles below. Published through REALTOR.comŪ Blogs blog, these articles have the most late breaking information about the industry and how it affects all of us.
Adding Antiques to Your Home Decor
Sat, 31 Jul 2010 21:00:54 +0000
One way to add an elegant yet lived-in look to your home is displaying some quality antique items. But antique shopping can be overwhelming for novices, and sorting the real deal from junk can be a grating experience. Before you head out for that daylong tour of garage sales, flea or antique markets, consider the following [...]
Understanding Real Estate Capital Gains
Sat, 31 Jul 2010 17:00:35 +0000
When you sell a stock, you owe taxes on your gain ? the difference between what you paid for the stock and what you sold it for. As Austin, Texas REALTORŪ E. Frank Wade explains, the same holds true when selling a home (or a second home), but there are some special considerations.“How to Calculate Gain In [...]
Convert Your Old House to a New Green Home
Fri, 30 Jul 2010 22:00:29 +0000
With everyone going green and builders being cognizant of the desire for green homes, why not take advantage of the abundance of more green products or eco-friendly activities? Even if you are living in an older home, San Antonio REALTORŪ Liz Voss says you can still teach an old house some new green tricks. “There are green vehicles, [...]
Location and Economics are Keys to Stabilization
Fri, 30 Jul 2010 18:00:29 +0000
By Bob Stahl, www.MyPhoenixMLS.com For REALTOR.comŪ The most recent S&P/Case-Shiller home price indexes were released on Tuesday, reporting that home prices rose more than expected. Nationally, home values rose 1.3 percent in May 2010 from a month earlier, with 13 of 20 cities showing prices gains compared to a year ago (and 19 of 20 cities showing [...]
The Business of Renting Your Home
Fri, 30 Jul 2010 13:00:22 +0000
It doesn?t take much to turn an ordinary homeowner into a landlord. Maybe you have to move but want to keep your home and rent it out. Or you have a change of fortune ? you get married, receive an inheritance or buy a new house before you unload the old one. REALTORŪ Beth Paisley of [...]
Top 10 Most Expensive Homes on Realtor.com
Thu, 29 Jul 2010 22:00:14 +0000
The West Coast rules, with California and Nevada claiming six spots on this week’s top 10 most expensive homes list. Take a look at these incredible multiple-million dollar abodes. 1. 13 bed, 23 bath Windermere FL home listed for $100,000,000: Surrounded by sand bottom lakes, this French Provincial estate sits on 10 acres and has private [...]
Home of the Week: Poway, CA
Thu, 29 Jul 2010 18:00:05 +0000
This enchanting residence, at 15615 Boulder Ridge, is like something out of a fairytale. As if formal gardens with streams, waterfalls, and ponds overlooking two acres of picturesque landscaping weren?t enough, the climate-controlled exotic palm conservatory is the piece de resistance. The surrounding community is comprised of 75 percent of homeowners with children and an average [...]
Should You Lease or Sell a Home?
Thu, 29 Jul 2010 13:00:36 +0000
When considering whether to sell or lease a home, one should consider the potential consequences of each option. San Antonio REALTORŪ Liz Voss says the obvious and best option is to have the home sold. “However with current market conditions, a lease may be a viable option to keep from having to pay two mortgage payments (if [...]
Help After the Tax Credit
Wed, 28 Jul 2010 22:00:47 +0000
The first time home buyer tax credit may be gone but assistance is still out there; so says San Pedro, California REALTORŪ Lee Dworshak. He notes that potential first time home buyers have options to explore when considering a move into real estate. “One of the first hurdles when buying a home for the first time is [...]
Can I Sell My Condo?
Wed, 28 Jul 2010 18:00:35 +0000
Q: I am currently paying off a mortgage on a condo that is worth much much less than when I bought it. On top of that, I am also looking for a new job, and will have to pay this mortgage using some of my savings for a while. What would be the best way [...]
