Saturday, December 11, 2010

Green Homes: Factors That Matter in Assessing Eco-Friendliness

There has been a surge of demand for green homes of late. More and more people are becoming concerned about the environment. Many homebuyers nowadays consider eco-friendliness as a major determinant in choosing their new homes. Aside from minimizing the residents' impact on the environment, a green home can also prove to be more cost efficient when it comes to maintenance.

Thursday, November 11, 2010

Real Estate Investment In A Recession

Have you ever noticed how buyers flock to purchase property in droves when real estate prices are at their peak, yet buyers are relatively scarce when prices are most affordable? Notwithstanding the fact that this occurrence defies the generally accepted investment strategy to buy low and sell high, one cant help but wonder why attending social gatherings during the real estate boom years of 2005 and 2006 would inevitably lead to engaging in a conversation about someones real estate investment and the promise of future profits to be derived from the venture.

Tuesday, November 2, 2010

Real Estate: The Field With Countless Opportunities

The real estate market offers a host of opportunities for investors, seeking to put their money into an investment that enhances its value in the years to come and which gives them value for money invested in the future. Real estate is not just inclusive of land, it also includes building, fences, wells and other immovable site improvements.

This industry has various businesses and these are appraisal, property management, investing, corporate, brokerages and land development. Any investment in this field requires a sound understanding of real estate terms and legal conditions that apply for the specific type of property that is being invested.