Happy New Year!

Wishing everyone a most happy, healthy, and prosperous New Year 2012. There are mixed reviews on the state of the real estate recovery but we are definitely seeing some good signs of positive activity.
I looked through the postings on the blog, ready to delete anything that was too old to be helpful to anyone and found that many of the older articles are still quite relevant. I left those for you to browse through and hopefully find merit in their being posted.
Again, I wish you a wonderful New Year!

Foreclosure Property Pros & Cons

Click on this link for valuable tips on whether your interest in a foreclosure property has potential for success.

I thought the timing on this article was "spot on". I just began a kitchen renovation.

Homeowners Willing to Tackle Remodeling Projects | RISMedia

Interesting article by Stan Humphries, Chief Economist, Zillow.com

As Housing Market Nears Bottom, Pent-Up Supply Waits | RISMedia

If you are a Facebook user here are some helpful security tips.

Facebook Just the Latest to Battle Hackers

Thinking of purchasing a Foreclosure Property?

For Your Clients: Tips for Buying Foreclosures

Information to keep the bed bugs away!

With all the hype about bed bugs, the EPA has set up a web site on how to get rid of the pests with a safe EPA approved pesticide, when used properly and in conjunction with practical steps like reducing clutter, covering mattresses, vacuuming and other methods.

The EPA pesticide database: http://www.epa.gov/bedbugs/productsearch.

Tips to prevent infestations:
http://www.epa.gov/bedbugs/