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Bargain Properties >Bargain Homes

Most buyers want a home that is in tip-top condition and ready for them to occupy, but many homes sell for bargain prices because they need work. Buyers love "fixer-uppers" for the obvious reasons: the affordable price and the satisfaction of remodeling the house to accommodate your tastes and needs.

Whether you are buying the property for yourself or as an investment, choose a house that is in a good location and structurally sound. It should be priced enough below market value (usually 25%) to allow plenty of room for a profitable re-sale after the work is completed.

It is important to educate yourself before taking on a fixer-upper project. Inexpensive cosmetic improvements often give the greatest return on your investment-- paint will increase the value three times for every dollar invested. Landscaping, carpeting, and light fixtures are also relatively inexpensive improvements. Try to avoid purchasing a house that needs expensive structural improvements such as a new roof, plumbing, wiring, or foundation repairs.

Remodeling a kitchen will rarely add more than the cost of the upgrade, but new appliances usually give a fine return. An extra bathroom is the best renovation from an investment point of view, often giving twice its cost in added value.

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Real Estate Trivia

Q	What architectural detail made its way into the design of many suburban homes built in the 1950s, 60s and 70s?
A	The picture window was a signature of the suburban American neighborhood.
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The Charles Hayes Team, REALTOR®, real estate agent and broker for Mobile, Grand Bay, Irvington, Theodore, Tillmans Corner, Saraland, and Semmes, Alabama home listings, property and land for sale - NUMBER1EXPERT

The Charles Hayes Team
Coldwell Banker, Charles Hayes Real Estate, Inc.
1120 Hillcrest Road
Mobile, AL. 36695
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Charles E. Hayes wants to be your real estate agent! With over thirty years in the real estate industry, he has extensive knowledge of the real estate market in the area, and he works with both buyers and sellers. Charles specializes in new home construction. He also has two full-time assistants who are also Realtors and a closing agent to help you. Having his team work for you makes buying or selling your new home nearly effortless. Call or email him today!!!

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