Buying a House

House price fall may help first time buyers

December 12, 2012

Guest post from NGL Solicitors, specialist conveyancing solicitors in Glasgow and Hamilton in Scotland. The most recent figures from Registers of Scotland reveal a 2.3% drop in the average price of a house in Scotland, leading to hopes that the drop may help first time buyers. The statistics, which cover the second quarter of 2012, […]

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Home truths – things you might not know about buying a house

December 9, 2012

Guest post about buying a new house and some of the issues you may not have considered. Looking to buy a new home? Taking that first step on the property ladder? Not sure where to start? There’s a bewildering array of information out there about buying a house, or trying to find a mortgage. Not […]

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Purchasing a Foreclosed Property

December 3, 2012

(US laws regarding foreclosed property) Over the past years, the real estate industry has seen its worse conditions. Several homeowners need to give up their homes to mortgage lenders. Foreclosure auctions have been very common and more people see it as a good opportunity for investments. After a period of peaks in real estate, at […]

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Moving to Spain? – A Few Basics on How to Legally Buy Property in Spain

October 9, 2012

So you’ve decided that you want to move to Spain? It’s a pretty big decision, and there are many things you should take into consideration. Research: Research the area you’ve chosen to move to very carefully. You may have visited somewhere for two weeks on holiday a couple of times, but that’s very different from […]

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Investment Property Co-ownership: Leverage Your Liability

September 24, 2012

(U.S. Law and generally) It has become difficult in this economic climate to purchase any type of vacation or investment property. Most people just don’t have the combined financial and credit qualification that is necessary in purchasing these homes. Luckily, there is more than one method for gaining investment properties. The option of co-ownership is […]

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A place in the sun: buying property in New Zealand

September 20, 2012

A place in the sun: buying property in New Zealand It was a place that not many really considered before the Lord of the Rings thrust its scenery centre-stage, but New Zealand is a small, sparsely populated country that punches well above its weight. Many Brits are finding the appeal of emigrating to this distant […]

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Is Now the Right Time to Buy a Home?

September 3, 2012

Is Now the Right Time to Buy a Home? For the past couple of years there has been a lot of debate and concentration on the economy and the housing market. While many homeowners have seen a considerable decrease in property values, buyers who want to own a home in a prime location cheap, may […]

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Fractional Ownership vs. Timeshares: What You Need to Know

August 29, 2012

(US law and generally) The legal difference between fractional ownership and timeshares can cause confusion amongst most purchasers. They are both a form of shared ownership in a property, but the likenesses end there. Before you decide on a holiday property or leisure home, you will want to familiarize yourself with the legal technicalities between […]

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Property Auctions: Explaining their Surge in Popularity

August 20, 2012

In the past, property auctions have been seen by many as a last resort for selling property. Often associated with sellers who are in financial difficulties and looking for a quick sale, many property owners would not even consider selling at auction. However, the perception of property auctions is slowly evolving; with an increasing number […]

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Things to keep in mind when buying a property abroad

May 29, 2012

Whether you’re thinking of making a big move or simply shopping for a vacation home, owning a property in another country sounds delightfully adventurous and promising. However, the road to getting there can be full of confusion and legal and financial setbacks. To make sure that your buying experience is as stress-free as possible, here […]

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