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May 15
2012

Cozumel Real Estate – Residents Soon to Enjoy Mayan Sacred Boat Journey

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Every year during the month of May, the island’s residents celebrate the ancient tradition of the sacred boat journey across the strait separating Cozumel from Playa del Carmen on the mainland.  This year the journey will take place on May 17.

May 15
2012

Cancun Real Estate Development Boosts Area’s Investment Competitiveness

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Large-scale investments in Cancun real estate and tourism development for more than $2.5 billion USD for this and next year, coupled with the increasing construction of new subdivisions have placed Cancun among the municipalities with the highest quality of life and housing in Mexico.

May 15
2012

Yucatan Real Estate – The Area’s Charm for Expats

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Yucatan real estate has many attractive points for American and Canadian property buyers.  Besides the year-round warm weather and the low cost of living, the following points are often among some of the most attractive.

May 11
2012

Dead Men don’t Tell Tales (or Make Cooperative Sellers Either).

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I wanted to get away from the seriousness of the 5 part blog series on dual agency, and pass along some stories about gruesome surprises found in homes for sale.  It seems that agents are finding all kinds of disturbing things in homes and foreclosures.

Apr 26
2012

Mexico Real Estate Tips – The Uniqueness of the Island of Cozumel

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Within Mexico real estate, there are many unique areas and options which offer buyers a variety of lifestyles.  One of these is Cozumel real estate – Mexico’s Caribbean Island.  The following are a few of Cozumel’s unique points.

Apr 26
2012

Playa del Carmen Real Estate – Options for Land for Sale

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When people think of Playa del Carmen real estate, they usually don’t think of land as their first option; yet, there are excellent options in Mexico land for sale in the area.  The following are a few examples.

Apr 24
2012

Midvale UT Homes Sales Up in March

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Midvale Utah real estate have released about 27 properties for the month of March 2012, sales in the monthly levels went up 3.7% from 26 houses sold last February and also, ales in the yearly levels also jumped up for about 33.33% with 18 homes sold in March of last year.

According to the MLS, original price was $170,000 and median price was $165,000. Average Midvale Utah homes sold have three bedrooms and bathrooms.

Right now, there are 117 active homes for sale in Midvale UT listed and 71 went under contract.
Apr 24
2012

Lighten Up Your Kitchen

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Since kitchen is among the most essential part of the home, and also has a great effect in the overall appearance of the interior, it is always much better to update with appropriate lighting effects and right fixture or decor items.

When you have a small kitchen area and would like it to look larger, you could make an illusion by painting the ceiling with color that is a shade lighter than the wall surfaces. You will not only come with an nice kitchen but this will help you increase the value of your home.

Remove your outdated ceiling and change it with new ones that will give off nice finish and ambient lighting, but remember not to overdo everything. Pick those items that will last for long period of time.

A decorative lighting is also a nice touch in your kitchen mainly with a luxury home.

If you are planning to sell your home later on, it is essential not to only what is appealing to you and your guests but to people who are looking for a house to purchase.

For first timers, stay with your chosen as much as you can because your goal here is to increase value not creative expression.
Apr 17
2012

Cheap Mexico Beachfront Lots – When is “Cheap” a Good Idea?

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Apr 17
2012

Playa del Carmen Condos - Opportunities Last Year and This Year, From the Same Developer!

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Missed the boat with Viliv?  Well, don’t worry.  Besides the fact that there are still a handful of beautiful units up for grab, the same developer has actually embarked on a new project, right next door – Awa condos.