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Richard is the broker & founder of VIP Realty, a real estate company based in Dallas, TX. With offices that also service the Irving real estate & Coppell real estate markets.

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Obtaining Fraudulent VA Loans Can Mean Prison Time

Even though people do not qualify for a home loan, the will almost facilitate any scenario to become a homeowner today. They do not think that fudging on the numbers, or information on the eligibility certificate or loan application will hurt anyone, but it does, and these people are frequently doing federal prison time for [...]

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Apartment High Rise Living

There are a number of benefits to living in an apartment in a high rise building beginning with location. These buildings are usually located in an urban area very convenient to transportation, shopping, restaurants and night life. For those seeking proximity to activity, a high rise apartment is a good choice. Living in an urban [...]

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BEST TERMS FOR HOME PURCHASE

“A bank is a place that will lend you money if you can prove that you don’t need it!” – Bob Hope You want to be able to negotiate the best terms for your next home purchase. In order to do so, you will probably have to clean up your credit report so that you [...]

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OBTAINING THE BEST FINANCING

A desirable type of financing is the assumable loan. This is the type of loan that occurs when a buyer assumes (or takes over) the terms and responsibilities of the seller’s existing loan. The buyer does not have to wait for the loan to be approved and does not even have to pay for origination [...]

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Sprucing up your Kitchen Countertops for a Quick Sale

It is common knowledge that kitchens are one of the most important rooms in your home when it comes time to sell. If your kitchen doesn’t impress, chances are buyers won’t be approaching you with many attractive offers. Before listing your Las Vegas home for sale, one of the first things you’ll want to do [...]

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Tips For Buyers

How much house can you afford? Before you sign up with a real estate agent – and before you visit your first home – you need to know exactly how much house you can realistically afford. The best way to do this is to list the following figures: Net (not gross) income from employment – [...]

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Cool Apartment Living in Downtown Dallas

DP&L: Flats: Art Deco Living at its Finest Downtown Dallas is certainly home to some of the hippest, trendiest apartment homes, and the DP&L Flats are no exception. Textures, sights and soothing sounds all combine beautifully to produce synergism that can be felt in every way. From the 12,000-square-foot bamboo garden and swimming pool to [...]

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What you Need to Know about Relocating to Irving

Irving, Texas remains a highly desired area for those individuals looking to relocate to Dallas. As a result, the Irving real estate market is incredibly robust, even despite the flailing national economy and poor housing market of the past year. Irving real estate is varied and attractive, and much of the hottest new real estate [...]

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Our List of the Most In-Demand New Home Options

New home options are varied, luxurious and convenient. They provide comfort and practicality and they meet the demands of today’s homebuyers. There is any number of great Las Vegas new home options, depending on which home community you are looking at. However, there a few Coppell new home options that we think best reflect the [...]

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Preparing for Homeownership: A Guide for First-Time Homeowners

There are no written rules for preparing for home ownership, which leaves many first-time homeowners struggling to find their way through this often-confusing process. However, there are a few things that you can tackle to make sure that your first-time home buying process goes a bit smoother: Don’t look at even one Las Vegas home [...]

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Buyers Tips: How to Find the Home of your Dreams in a Buyer’s Market

The upcoming year is going to be a veritable gold mine for buyers. From near-historic low interest rates and government incentives to rock-bottom home prices, now may be the time to purchase the Highland Park home of your dreams. Purchasing a Highland Park property amidst a buyer’s market is a smart move; however, it is [...]

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The National Commercial Real Estate Market: Have we Hit Bottom?

The Houston commercial real estate market is certainly a clear indication of the national commercial real estate market; as such, it has seen its share of challenges over the last year. However, recent news from industry forecasters has given both the Houston commercial real estate market and the national commercial real estate market reason for [...]

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Smart Moves to Make when Buying a new Home

If you have a new home purchase on your mind then there are a number of factors you should consider beforehand. Purchasing a new home is often a different process than purchasing an existing one; therefore, there are a number of things to take into consideration before making the leap into purchasing a new Las [...]

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How to Prepare for an Open House

Selling your Las Vegas home often includes holding an open house. If your real estate agent decides to hold an open house to sell your home then it is best to prepare for this event and make your home as attractive as possible to potential homebuyers. Clean, clean, clean. This doesn’t just mean vacuuming and [...]

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Luxury Homes Hit the Old West

San Antonio and its surrounding neighborhoods were born out of some of the biggest battles and harshest conditions settlers had to face. The Alamo stands tribute to the men who lost their lives fighting for the freedom of Texas, which they so deeply believed in. Caves in Bexar County have been registered with the National [...]

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Home Improvement Projects that Pay off

Even with home values falling off over the last year, it still pays to remodel, renovate and update. After all, there is no better way to instantly increase the value of your Las Vegas home than through remodeling. According to REALTOR magazine, homeowners can expect to recoup an average of 67.3 percent of their investment, [...]

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5 Simple Strategy for Writing Better Press Releases

Press Releases can be an excellent link building method for any business. It gives your business a unique opportunity to reach new customers and generate extra exposure & traffic. Unfortunately, there are still a lot of publishers out there who doesn’t know how to take advantage of all the perks a Press Releases can be [...]

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How to Tell a Story Through Staging your Museum District Home

The beautiful and historic Museum District section of Houston, which includes the neighborhoods of Boulevard Oaks, Broadacres, Edgemont, North Edgemont, Brantwood, Windemere and Southgate, boast a lovely array of homes, many of which have been lovingly restored to reflect their original splendor. The many architectural styles and designs of the homes of the Museum District [...]

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Seller Tips: The Top 10 Things to Take Care of After you’ve Sealed the Deal

After the contract is signed and the paperwork is completed, you can begin the process of planning your move from your Las Vegas home. But where in the world do you begin? Start packing – There is no better way to prepare for your move than to begin pre-packing. Organize and sort off-season, holiday or [...]

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Buyer Tips: How to Choose a Las Vegas Real Estate Realtor

If you are considering purchasing a new Las Vegas property, then it may be time to contact a qualified Las Vegas real estate agent. An experienced, qualified real estate agent can help you with your home search, your financing, your negotiating and the closing process. A qualified real estate agent can also educate you about [...]

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