Be careful what you wish for — you just might get it. The national press wanted to knock housing down as king of the hill, and they succeeded, but now the stock market is tumbling down the hill as well. And the recession that’s been feared for months will finally come.
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Convenience is a primary reason why consumers today choose one product over another. Throw in control and the likelihood of a sale doubles. That said, imagine if you as the builder can pitch a new home by adding to your marketing materials unique features like, “Your children are in bed, getting to sleep with the [...]

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Based on your qualifying efforts, determine the likelihood that your prospect will convert into a good client for your business by conducting a DNA analysis. This involves measuring the prospect’s level of desire, need to take action, and ability and authority to make a purchase or selling decision.
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Most buyers and sellers of real estate look at 1031 exchanges as an option as they consider their investment agenda. They figure that they defer paying state and federal capital gains taxes and depreciation recapture until they die and their estate goes to their spouse, charity, their children or grandchildren. They may also be able [...]

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The hometown of 1960’s rocker Janis Joplin is rocking in its own way these days, with the beginning of a market upswing that could mean great returns for its residents and investors.
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