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The Pros and Cons of Investing in a Vacation Home

“It is less expensive to stay in hotels in various destinations than it is to upkeep a home, including the hidden expenses of caretaking, overall operations of a home and property taxes,” she cautions. “However, for those that are able to enjoy it, it is definitely worth The Pros and Cons of Investing in a […]

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Foreclosures Finally Return to Pre-Housing Crisis Levels

Clare Trapasso of Realtor.com explains how U.S. foreclosures have returned to the pre-housing crisis levels. This is another factor that proves the housing market is on the rebound. Foreclosures Finally Return to Pre-Housing Crisis Levels By Clare Trapasso For those who associate foreclosure signs, shuttered homes, and idling cars overflowing with family possessions with the

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5 Things We Learned About Real Estate This Week

    5 Things We Learned About Real Estate This Week By Judy Dutton Winter has truly arrived—hello, snowstorm Jonas! It’s time to hunker down with some hot cocoa and a newfound appreciation for the roof over our heads. To further warm your hearts for the cozy abode you call home, here are some highlights of what happened in real

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The Land Title Summit County Market Analysis

 December 2015 Year End Market Analysis Please note that Land Title data comes from actual recorded transactions at the County Clerk and Recorder’s Office for that particular month. The information is not directly related to MLS data. The data is an unofficial tabulation of Summit County Records that are believed to be reasonably accurate. If you choose

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5 Reasons Why A 2007-Style Real Estate Meltdown Is Unlikely Now

Daniel Goldstein explains why a Real Estate Meltdown like 2007 is unlikely. The Land Title Guarantee Company complied this article originally found on MarketWatch.com.   5 reasons a 2007-style real estate meltdown is unlikely now By: DANIEL GOLDSTEIN   The real-estate industry is on much more solid footing  When it comes to investing in the stock market,

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Guide to Buying a Second Home or Vacation Home

Marcia Jedd with HGTV highlights some good points in second home and vacation home ownership. Summit County is a premier second home destination because of our world class skiing.  Guide to Buying a Second Home or Vacation Home Follow these five steps to guide you through the process of buying a second home. By: Marcia

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Want to Buy? Here’s When In Summit

Want to Buy? Here’s When in Summit County Many people ask me when is the best time to buy a home in Summit County. That’s a complicated questions but generally we have the highest number of properties for sale in the spring, summer and fall.  Frisco, Breckenridge, Dillon, Silverthorne and all of the other towns

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The 5 Real Estate Trends That Will Shape 2016

Yes, you read that right. 2016 is right around the corner and Realtor.com is highlighting 5 of the trends that will shape next year. One of Jonathan Smoke ‘s points is that “Generational shuffle will make 2016 the best year to sell in the near future.” So get ready to sell or to buy in 2016 it

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Should You Buy a Home While Carrying Student Debt?

TALI WEE on the Zillow.com blog examines what it means and how you can buy a house with student loan debt. There is some great advice from financial experts on how to move forward with buying a home financially. “The single most effective way to get rid of student loans while saving and building wealth is

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