Tips for creating a home video tour
November 4, 2009 by Fred Romano · Leave a Comment
If you are thinking of creating a video tour of your home, watch this video from Realtor.com for excellent tips and ideas to create a stunning video.
We now offer the ability to post your video on Realtor.com for a small fee. Visit our Video Tour page for more details
NEW Realtor.com iPhone application!
January 16, 2010 by Fred Romano · Leave a Comment
If you’re a fan of using Realtor.com to search for homes and have an iPhone, you’ll love using the new Realtor.com iPhone app. Check out the video below and see how it can help you.
You can also check out a review of the Realtor.com iPhone app on AgentGenius
EchoSign electronic signature service
December 21, 2009 by Fred Romano · 1 Comment
CT Realty Services chooses EchoSign electronic signature service to launch new document signing process. The new service will enhance the signing of all documents in several ways:
- Easy online forms which are E-Signed
- Email validation for signer
- 100% compliant with the Uniform Electronic Transactions Act of 1999
- Broker signs all documents for approval
- Signer receives final copy in PDF format
- Simply the best method for doing business online
We are always looking for process improvements which will enhance our business and the security of our clients. – Fred Romano, Broker CT Realty Services
Click Here to Watch EchoSign’s Promo Video
Why list on Realtor.com?
December 7, 2009 by Fred Romano · Leave a Comment
Why should you list on Realtor.com? The answer is simple… Each month, Realtor.com attracts more than 13.7 million visits per month* from consumers interested in buying a home. No other real estate site even comes close to that number.
The most comprehensive national collection of homes for sale, Realtor.com is the most powerful site of its kind!
- Number 1 in page views
- Number 1 in time spent searching and your
- Number 1 online sales tool (for agents)
Nearly 14 million people don’t visit a Web site by accident. It takes a great deal of work, as Realtor.com is increasing awareness and driving traffic with its public awareness campaigns.
Initiatives include providing locally-themed real estate statistics and Top 10 lists to print, TV and Internet media outlets in cities both big and small, as well as investing capital to ensure that Realtor.com listings show up higher in online search engines that those of the competition. All that drives eyes to the site!
Listing on Realtor.com is what you need to gain worldwide exposure for your home
LIST YOUR HOME TODAY!
*comScore Media Metrix, average visits monthly 2008
Expensive Projects Guides
November 29, 2009 by Fred Romano · Leave a Comment
Green Up Your Roof
Environmentally friendly roofing choices can save you money on heating and cooling costs and benefit your entire neighborhood.
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What to Consider Before Installing a Pool
Installing an in-ground pool is an expensive proposition with ongoing maintenance costs, so before you take the plunge, make sure you review the numbers.
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When You Need to Upgrade the Wiring in Your Home
A wiring upgrade can be messy and expensive, but there are times when it’s necessary to protect the safety, convenience, and value of your home.
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Your Guide to Replacement Siding Options
When replacing siding, you’ll often recoup a significant amount of your investment, but there are tradeoffs in maintenance, price, and sustainability.
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Replace Old Windows with Energy-Efficient Models
Adding new energy-efficient windows can pay off at resale, as well as boost your energy savings—$126-$465 annually—if you choose the right ones.
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Local Community Guides
November 29, 2009 by Fred Romano · Leave a Comment
Start a Christmas Tree Recycling Program
A Christmas tree recycling program is good for the environment as well as your peace of mind.
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Plant a Tree, Save Energy, and Grow Value
Plant a tree to add value to your home and have a positive impact on the environment.
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It Pays to Support Responsible Homeownership
Helping others become homeowners protects your home’s value and builds stronger communities.
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5 Ways to Green Up Your Neighborhood
Once you’ve made your home more environmentally friendly, it’s time to extend your mission of sustainable development to the rest of your community.
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Small Steps Let You Live More Sustainably
Making little lifestyle changes will do a lot to enhance sustainability for the planet and make every day Earth Day.
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Interior Projects Guides
November 29, 2009 by Fred Romano · Leave a Comment
What Your Remodeling Contract Should Say
Review your remodeling contract carefully and adjust it to make sure it protects you in terms of payments, work schedules, and project specifications.
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Remodeling a Bathroom the Green Way
If you want to make sure your bathroom remodeling project is as green as possible, here’s how to save energy, conserve resources, and protect your budget.
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Best Ways to Green Up Your Kitchen Remodel
If you’re ready to remodel your kitchen and want to go green, here’s how to create the healthy, energy-efficient, eco-friendly kitchen of your dreams.
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7 Smart Strategies for Remodeling Your Bathroom
Ideas to help you get the bath of your dreams while keeping costs under control.
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Budgeting for a Remodel
To calculate how much remodel you can afford, follow these four steps: Ballpark the cost, establish a spending limit, make a wish list, and set your priorities.
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Exterior Projects Guides
November 29, 2009 by Fred Romano · Leave a Comment
Smart Upgrades for a Deck Addition
A few cost-effective add-ons can give a modest deck an edge and deliver a handsome payback should you sell your house.
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Evaluate Your House for a Deck Addition
Here’s how to plan a new deck that suits your property, meets your budget, and offers the best return on your investment.
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Installing a Spa on Your Deck
Evaluate the cost of purchasing, installing, and maintaining an outdoor spa to decide if it’s a worthwhile addition to your deck.
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Water-Saving Landscaping Techniques
Pick the right plants for your local growing conditions, and you’ll save water, cut down on maintenance, and still have a beautiful yard.
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Develop a Landscape Plan to Fit Your Budget
The success of any landscaping project, regardless of how much money you spend, depends on having a plan and sticking to it.
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Home Tax Credits Guides
November 29, 2009 by Fred Romano · Leave a Comment
Tax Credits for Solar Water Heaters
A federal tax credit makes energy-efficient solar water heaters a more affordable and sustainable option for many homeowners.
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Tax Credits for Replacing Heating and Cooling Systems
Upgrading to an energy-efficient heating and cooling system can save hundreds on your utility bills and up to $1,500 on your tax bill.
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Tax Credits for Replacing Your Roof
Upgrading to a qualifying energy-efficient metal or asphalt roof can cut your cooling bill as well as knock off up to $1,500 from your tax bill.
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Tax Credits for Adding or Replacing Insulation
Adding insulation is one of the easier and cheaper ways to improve your home’s energy efficiency and cut your heating and cooling bills.
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Tax Credits for Replacing Windows, Doors, and Skylights
If money seems to be escaping through drafty windows, doors, and skylights, this federal tax credit might make energy-efficient replacements more affordable.
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Neighborhood Guides
November 29, 2009 by Fred Romano · Leave a Comment
How to Get a Playground Built in Your Neighborhood
Getting a new playground for your neighborhood can increase property values, but the effort requires time, money, and great organizational skills.
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Stop Speeders in Your Neighborhood
You have the power to slow down drivers on your street—if you’re willing to invest time and perhaps some money in a traffic calming plan.
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Homeowners Associations: What You Need To Know About Rules
Lobbying for change in your homeowners association’s rules requires procedure, compromise, and perhaps joining the board.
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Start a Neighborhood Watch
Organizing a neighborhood watch can bring you closer to your neighbors, improve community safety, and potentially boost home values.
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Start a Community Garden: Find and Design a Site
Find the right spot for your community garden, and you can potentially boost property values while saving money on produce.
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Home Organization Guides
November 29, 2009 by Fred Romano · Leave a Comment
Make Your Case for a Property Tax Reduction
To successfully challenge a real estate assessment and lower your property tax bill, you need to do a bit of sleuthing first.
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A Financial Plan for Your Home
A house is probably the biggest investment you’ll ever make. Create a financial plan that takes into account repairs, upgrades, mortgages, insurance, and taxes.
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Create a Home Emergency Preparedness Kit
Having a plan for an emergency and creating a preparedness kit that’s tailored to your needs could be the key to your family’s safety if disaster strikes.
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Homeowners Insurance: Time for an Annual Check-Up
An annual check-up on your homeowners insurance can result in a healthier policy and a healthier pocketbook.
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Your CLUE Insurance Report Matters
Your homeowners claims don’t disappear after your insurer cuts a check because CLUE reports keep them alive for seven years—and that could cost you.
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