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SELL AND BUY MIAMI NEWS

February 2012

(786) 380-0581

Is it a Good Time to Invest in a Rental?

If you've been watching the housing market's long-term slump, you've probably wondered if it's time to pick up an investment property. Here are the things you need to check before you make that commitment:

1. Your finances are solid and your emergency fund is in place. You have cash on hand to cover unexpected repairs. You're either paying cash for the property or your credit is sound enough to get a good loan... Read More

Positive Housing Market Trends

Mortgage rates have hit record lows, which means housing affordability is at an all-time high. But are home buyers taking advantage of this opportunity? The latest real estate news suggests that potential home buyers are becoming actual home owners.

According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR), pending home sales for November increased 7.3 percent to the highest level in 19 months. The Pending Home Sales Index assesses the health... Read More

Tax Resolutions for 2012
Courtesy of ARA Content

Many people resolve to be wiser with their money in the new year, and it just so happens that being smart about your taxes is a good way to get started.

Whether it's your only resolution or just one of a few, sticking to your new year's tax resolutions throughout the whole year is the trick to being successful. And just like resolving to be healthy during the year will have you in better shape for the future, following your financial resolutions... Read More

Four Simple Ways to Raise Your Credit Score

Raising your credit score can improve your life in many ways. You'll have access to cheaper mortgage rates, you'll pay less for insurance, and you may even have a better shot at your dream job. Here's how to proceed:

1. Know what's going on.
Annual credit report.com allows you a free report from all three credit bureaus once a year. (Avoid other "free credit report" sites, which are really attempts to sell you something.) You're also entitled to a free report if you're turned down for credit. Dispute any misinformation that negatively impacts your score. Creditors have 30 days to verify their report or they must remove... Read More

Removing Popcorn Ceilings: Should You DIY?

Popcorn ceilings were wildly popular in the 1960s –1980s, at least among residential contractors. Left untouched for years they become unsightly, but removing the material can be expensive and, sometimes, hazardous.

The bad news:

Popcorn ceiling material may contain asbestos. When disturbed (sanding, scraping), asbestos fibers release into the air. Inhaling asbestos fibers can cause lung cancer, mesothelioma, or asbestosis. According the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the risks... Read More

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SELL AND BUY MIAMI NEWS - February 2012

Teo Palmieri, SellandBuyMiami Inc., 1000 5th St. Suite 200 , Miami Beach FL 33139
The material in this publication is provided for your informational purpose only and is not intended to substitute professional advice.

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