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  1. Simple Tips for First-Time Homebuyers
    Simple Tips for First-Time Homebuyers

    Buying a home is always exciting if a bit overwhelming. But when you’re a first-time buyer, the process can seem even more complicated.   "The biggest hurdle for the housing market in the middle of 2017 is low inventory," Senior CFP Board Ambassador Jill Schlesinger, CFP®. "Housing starts, housing permits, new home construction and pending home sales have all slowed ...

  2. CENTURY 21 Affiliated Recognizes #C21Sellfie Winners
    CENTURY 21 Affiliated Recognizes #C21Sellfie Winners

    Madison, WI (Grassroots Newswire) 8/30/2017 -- On June 21st, 2017, CENTURY 21 Affiliated kicked off their C21Sellfie Contest in order to promote clients who bought or sold properties with CENTURY 21 Affiliated in the 2017 calendar year. Today, CENTURY 21 Affiliated announced the winners of the C21Sellfie Contest: Grand Prize Winner: Mr. Gunderson with 567 votes. Agent: ...

  3. Facing Foreclosure? What You Should Know
    Facing Foreclosure? What You Should Know

    For those of us who own our homes, foreclosure may seem like a nightmare. If you’re looking at a possible foreclosure, there are several things you should keep in mind.     Three payment rule. Generally, foreclosure proceedings begin after the borrower has missed three consecutive mortgage payments. The lender will record a notice of default against the property. And unless the ...

  4. CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Eau Claire Welcomes Lacey Granger
    CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Eau Claire Welcomes Lacey Granger

  5. CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Lowell Welcomes Cecelia Guelinas
    CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Lowell Welcomes Cecelia Guelinas

  6. CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Palatine Welcomes Stefanie Atkins
    CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Palatine Welcomes Stefanie Atkins

  7. CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Madison Welcomes Cory Lucke
    CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Madison Welcomes Cory Lucke

  8. Power Teams: Reaching Operational Excellence
    Power Teams: Reaching Operational Excellence

    One of the most urgent business problems real estate teams can face is a lack of operational excellence.   We've all seen it. The team or agent that sells hundreds of houses then fades into oblivion. We've seen the opposite, too, in the form of teams or agents that consistently do strong business year after year. What's the difference between the two? It's usually a result ...

    • Tags: Agents
    • August 29, 2017
    • CENTURY 21 Affiliated
  9. Five Must-Haves for a Smarter Home | [Video]

    Welcome to today’s home update. With hundreds of new devices on the market, there’s no better time to make a smarter home. Here are five ways to do so. One of the easiest and most affordable ways to start automating your home is with lights. Set schedules that turn your lights on or off and selected or random times. Automating the garage door allows homeowners to control the ...

  10. National Park Service Day | Bill Kessler Visits All 58 National Parks
    National Park Service Day | Bill Kessler Visits All 58 National Parks

    Happy 101st Birthday to the National Park Service! Without the National Park Service, our most treasured natural attractions would not be preserved and revered. On August 25th, 2017, entrance to all National Parks will be free! Not sure where to visit? Check this list of National Parks, organized by State. But did you know that CENTURY 21 Affiliated Founder, Bill Kessler, has visited ...

    • August 24, 2017
    • Emily Wimmer
  11. Why Won't My Agent List My Home at the Price I Want?
    Why Won't My Agent List My Home at the Price I Want?

    Putting your house on the market? Like most homeowners, you’ve probably got a set idea of what your home is worth and what you should be able to sell it for. After all, you know in intimate detail the blood, sweat, and tears that have gone into making your home what it is today. You also know how happy you’ve been there, the advantages of your location and all the great features of the ...

    • August 23, 2017
    • Emily Wimmer
  12. CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Lapeer Welcomes Tommy Hoyt
    CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Lapeer Welcomes Tommy Hoyt

  13. CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Mundelein Welcomes Sarah Rivera
    CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Mundelein Welcomes Sarah Rivera

  14. CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Elkhart Welcomes Megan Shultz
    CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Elkhart Welcomes Megan Shultz

  15. CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Lapeer Welcomes Mary VanderMuellen
    CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Lapeer Welcomes Mary VanderMuellen

  16. CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Lowell Welcomes Kyleen Estrada
    CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Lowell Welcomes Kyleen Estrada

  17. Must-Do Tips to Get Social Smart for Real Estate
    Must-Do Tips to Get Social Smart for Real Estate

    _Good REALTORS® understand that real estate is more than business; it's about people and families. Great REALTORS® understand real estate is about people, families, and their stories—and the best way to reach those people and families is through social media. The challenge is, given how little time most real estate pros have, how can anyone utilize social media to its full advantage?   Katie ...

    • August 22, 2017
    • Emily Wimmer
  18. 4 Steps to Take After Your Home Has Been Burglarized
    4 Steps to Take After Your Home Has Been Burglarized

    What would you do if you came home and found your house was broken into and your property stolen? For millions of Americans every year, this nightmare is a reality. In 2010, there were 2,159,878 burglaries in the U.S., equivalent to nearly 700 break-ins per 100,000 people, according to the Federal Bureau of Investigation.    Most victims in this situation find themselves totally unprepared ...

    • August 21, 2017
    • Emily Wimmer
  19. Preparing for the Solar Eclipse
    Preparing for the Solar Eclipse

    On Monday, August 21st, North America will be able to witness an eclipse of the sun, an event that hasn’t happened since 1918. Let’s start with the basics. What is an eclipse? And why does it happen? According to NASA.gov, “Solar eclipses occur when the moon blocks any part of the sun. Total solar eclipses, however, are only possible on Earth because of a cosmic quirk of ...

  20. Hispanic Homeownership Rate Rises for Second Straight Year
    Hispanic Homeownership Rate Rises for Second Straight Year

    Hispanics are an overriding force in homeownership, flouting national figures as they establish owner households at a rising rate for the second straight year.   According to the National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals' (NAHREP) recently released 2016 State of Hispanic Homeownership Report, the Hispanic homeownership rate increased to 46 percent last ...

    • Tags: Agents
    • August 16, 2017
    • Emily Wimmer
  21. CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Lapeer Welcomes Kim Orr
    CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Lapeer Welcomes Kim Orr

  22. CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Valrico Welcomes Bridgette Gavin
    CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Valrico Welcomes Bridgette Gavin

  23. CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Elkhart Welcomes Brandie Acord
    CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Elkhart Welcomes Brandie Acord

  24. CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Valrico Welcomes Ameer David Ali
    CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Valrico Welcomes Ameer David Ali

  25. CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Oak Lawn Welcomes Rola Sarkissyian
    CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Oak Lawn Welcomes Rola Sarkissyian

  26. Stay One Step Ahead of Home Repair [Video]

    Welcome to today’s home update. From the day you move in to the day you sell your home, there will always be something to repair. In order to stay ahead, learn how to be a proactive homeowner. Start by surveying every nook and cranny of your home. Examine the roof, plumbing, and electrical wiring and fix trouble spots. This will help you avoid larger expenses later on. What will ...

  27. It's Time to Recharge: Happy National Relaxation Day!
    It's Time to Recharge: Happy National Relaxation Day!

    Happy National Relaxation Day! Whether you’re a sales professional, buyer, seller or dreamer, the world of real estate can be stressful at times. Take this day to relax and recharge! If you’re not sure how to relax (because even the thought of relaxing can be stressful), remember – it’s anything that makes YOU feel happy and at peace. Here are a few ideas to get ...

  28. Trendy Home Decorations to Consider This Year
    Trendy Home Decorations to Consider This Year

    The comfort level of your home is significantly influenced by the design of the interior setting. It's important that you decorate with the latest trends to create a modern and contemporary setting that reflects your taste. If you're looking to update your home decoration, here are a few designs to consider using this year. Marble Marble is a luxe material that looks stunning when ...

  29. CENTURY 21 Affiliated Increases Presence with New Office in St. Charles, IL
    CENTURY 21 Affiliated Increases Presence with New Office in St. Charles, IL

    Madison, WI (Grassroots Newswire) 8/8/17 -- CENTURY 21 Affiliated, the #1 CENTURY 21 franchise in the world, announced today the opening of a new office at 310 S. 1st St., St. Charles, IL 60174. The new office will offer area home buyers and sellers an increased level of service and convenience in their real estate transaction needs. The office is a start-up and expects ...

  30. 10 Things You Didn’t Know About Ice Cream
    10 Things You Didn’t Know About Ice Cream

    Ice cream is an all American sweet treat. While it’s perfect for hot summer days, most Americans enjoy ice cream all year long. In fact, people living in the United States indulge in ice cream more than any nation in the world, averaging a whopping 48 pints per person, per year, according to the National Frozen & Refrigerated Foods Association (NFRA). 98 percent of all U.S. households ...

  31. CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Madison Welcomes David Barsky
    CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Madison Welcomes David Barsky

  32. CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Lincoln Square Welcomes Vytautas Sodaitis
    CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Lincoln Square Welcomes Vytautas Sodaitis

  33. CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Valrico Welcomes Karen Walker
    CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Valrico Welcomes Karen Walker

  34. CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Lemont Welcomes Joshua Handley
    CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Lemont Welcomes Joshua Handley

  35. CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Oxford Welcomes Sarah Clinansmith
    CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Oxford Welcomes Sarah Clinansmith

  36. CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Valparaiso Welcomes Courtney Magill
    CENTURY 21 Affiliated - Valparaiso Welcomes Courtney Magill

  37. Millennials Are All About the Online Experience—Except in Real Estate
    Millennials Are All About the Online Experience—Except in Real Estate

    When it comes to interacting with businesses, millennials are all about the online experience—except, a new survey shows, when in need of real estate services. Seventy-five percent of millennials recently surveyed by CentSai, a financial wellness website, would prefer to enlist the help of a local real estate agent than an online agent. Seventy-one percent, in addition, would prefer ...

  38. 3 Ways to Catch Up on Retirement Savings [Video]

    Even if you’re close to retirement age, you can still make changes that will secure your financial future. Try these tips from Gobankingrate.com. Get out of debt and pay off your mortgage. Debt payments are stealing from your future. And the tax break from mortgage interest rates may be less than the interest you’re paying every year. Increase your saving. Put a larger percent ...

  39. Credit Myths, Busted
    Credit Myths, Busted

    One of the most important aspects of applying for a mortgage is credit, for both the borrower to assess and the lender to evaluate. A borrower's credit history and score can be a pivotal factor in a lender's decision to approve or deny a mortgage. Knowing how credit is determined, and how to improve it if needed, is crucial to ensuring a successful outcome.   Below are five common ...

  40. What To Ask an Agent During a Listings Presentation [Video]

    The typical listing presentation can leave you overwhelmed. To get as much information as possible, as your agent these questions. "What did the last home you sold go for in this area?" This will give you an idea of the going rate in your area and reveal how familiar your agent is in the neighborhood’s home values. "How will you expose my home? And how will you follow ...

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