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An overload of advice is offered to you, as a homebuyer, on what you should do before and while you deal with the process of purchasing a new home. Did anyone ever tell you what not to do? The most important advice, which is best laid out at realestateabc.com, is to keep your finances in order. What does this mean?

First, it means to deal with one life-changing purchase at a time. In the process of buying a new home, don’t feel the need to purchase anything else new. Now is not the time to purchase a new car, plan an expensive wedding, buy all-new décor, plan a vacation and the list goes on. [...more...]

The housing crisis is finally showing slow signs of improvement. Commercial and retail properties have suffered in all areas of the country, but according to an article from Realty Times, apartment rentals have remained the strongest sector.

Of all building rentals, multi-family apartment units have held up the best. Buildings have stayed full, and rent has remained stable or even increased. Particular cities with the lowest vacancy rates, around 5 percent, include Pittsburgh, San Diego, Philadelphia, Washington D.C., San Jose and Albuquerque. Areas where vacancy rates are higher, reaching up to 12 percent, include Tucson and Phoenix.
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In a previous post, you read that it is still possible to sell your home after you have filed for Chapter 13 Bankruptcy. But once you have received an approval from the courts, closed the sale of your property and allocated the proceeds to your trustee/creditors, what do you do now? How do you go about buying a house when you have filed for Chapter 13?

First things first: you will most likely not be able to qualify for a home loan if you are still in debt, under an active Chapter 13 payment plan. Filing for bankruptcy puts a huge damper on your credit score for a few years. However, keep in mind that other factors go into acquiring home loans besides your credit score.[...more...]

As part of a special feature at the Buy Owner Blog, we’ll be highlighting cities, profiling their attractions and conveniences, as well as pointing out some currently for-sale homes!

Today’s city: Clearwater, Florida!

A paradise peninsula on Florida’s west coast, Clearwater is more than a top vacation getaway with award-winning beaches; it’s a wonderful place to call home! White sandy shores stretch for 35 miles along the Gulf. Fantastic sporting and recreational activities abound, and you can enjoy fresh seafood and great shopping all around you! [...more...]

If you’re not spending the day at Clearwater Beach, Busch Gardens or one of the other numerous year-round attractions found in the Tampa area, head to one of these unique festivals, sporting events or concerts! Whether you want to test your luck at animation, learn more about Ybor City’s history with cigars, taste new seafood favorites or celebrate Halloween with a worldwide crowd, you’re in luck!

Sports

National league and college teams are geared up to entertain and hopefully awe their fans this fall season, which marks the start to months of football and hockey in the Tampa area. Purchase tickets in advance for the best chance at seeing live action!
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As part of a new special feature at the Buy Owner Blog, we’ll be highlighting cities throughout the nation, profiling their attractions and conveniences, as well as pointing out some currently for-sale homes in the area!

First up, Lawrenceville, Georgia!

Located about 40 minutes northeast of Atlanta, this Georgia suburb has a Southern hospitality all its own! As the second oldest city in the state, Lawrenceville features beautifully historic buildings that house shops, boutiques and eateries. Strolling through the quaint downtown, you can’t help but be charmed!
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If you have ever wanted to visit Atlanta, the fall season is the perfect time to do so! With temperatures averaging between the 60s and the 80s, you’ll be able to wear shorts and a t-shirt most days and layer up with a simple light jacket in the evenings. Unlike most other locations in the U.S., Atlanta gets the least amount of rain during the month of October. It really is a golden time in the Peach State, as you’ll find plenty of outdoor events going on in and around the city, including country fairs, rock concerts and Atlanta Falcons football.

• FALL EVENTS in Atlanta are all about enjoying the fresh air. So get off the couch and head outside to one of these spectacular affairs! [...more...]

While some would view fall as merely the transitional period between summer and winter, in Southern Florida, it’s when some of the most popular festivals and activities occur! Whether you enjoy independent films, live music, gourmet food, German beer, expensive boats or Halloween candy, at least one event is available to match your interests!

Sports
Fall is the season that winds down summer sports and gets you pumped for winter ones. As the Florida Marlins take a break from hitting the bat, get in line for tickets to football, hockey and basketball! [...more...]

The fall season is a great time to visit Orlando and Jacksonville. Theme parks are usually packed throughout the summer. And during the winter, you’ll often find lots of people coming in from cold, snowy states to enjoy some warmer weather. Come September, October and November, temperatures begin to drop off into the 70s, and the humidity levels are almost non-existent. It’s the perfect time of year to step in out, perhaps in a light jacket, and enjoy the sights sans the crowds of tourists.

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There’s never been a better time to buy a new home, especially when you buy one through Buy Owner, meaning no commissions and much more control! If you’re in the market and looking for a way to stay updated on new properties that come available, we’ve got the tool for you: the Buy Owner eCatalog!

Our popular magazine is now available online for many regions. In these issues, you can flip through and zoom into pages of information-packed home advertisements. Feel like a hard copy? You can also print individual pages within the eCatalog.

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