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Lydia Player, "LydiaPlayer"

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Back in January, I ran the decorating predictions of what homebuyers would be looking for in 2009. Half way through the year, how do you think these trends are stacking up?

What's In
  • Colors: Parchment white, cashmere yellow, radiant golds
  • Property tax appeals
  • Architectural garage doors
  • Energy efficiency
  • Refurbished appliances from the 1940s to 1960s in bright new colors
  • Pre-wired or wireless high tech everything - lights, electronics, water features.
What's Out
  • Track lighting & brass fixtures.
  • Fixer-upper homes. Homes in move-in condition are selling well.
  • Dated kitchens and bathrooms. Buyers don't want to take on projects.
  • Cheap carpet. In Dallas, all carpet is out. Put down a hard surface instead.
  • For Sale By Owner properties. They are not serious and they are not good buys.
  • Foreclosure & Short Sales. Because they often aren't the bargains they should be
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July 03 - Dallas
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