Micheal Abraham's Discussions

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One factor to consider is whether the lots can be tied together. Often times this is a length process. Going through the process can often increase the value of your properties. However, this is more advantageous for infill areas and not lakefront properties. A large property could be subdivided. Going even further to create a subdivision and then running the utilities to each parcel is another way to increase value. Best of luck. [content removed by moderator for being self promotional]

It’s important to understand what an Agent does and how that differs from a Real Estate Lawyer or Title Agent. Some states require a Title Agent to complete the transaction. Either way it will cost you to sell your home. When the economy was good a Agent’s job was cake, but now it’s work. Don’t under estimate the value of an agent or what they do. If you are interesting if selling your home FSBO, check out www.hud.gov, to get started. [content removed by moderator for being self promotional] 

As an architect and real estate agent there is a lot to consider. As been noted many times, there a many hidden cost in the construction process. Every state has a building planning department where you can go to and ask questions. I would start there.Building from the ground up is exciting, but I would strongly suggest seeing if there is anything salvageable on the site. You can often remodel a home and then add an addition that reflects the look you want. There are many great examples of turn of the century homes that get a modern addition.My advices is to clean up the place and rent it out. In a few years you can add an addition that compliments the existing home. Best of luck.Check out: DC Planning Department [content removed by moderator for being self promotional]  

Go to any bookstore and you will find tons of books on home improvements. Having a knowledgeable friend is extremely valuable. Often times you can get exponential more work done with 2-3 people. Work from the ground up, do you need hardwood floors or carpet? Find out the cost of materials and then see what your time is worth. Often times buying the materials and having a professional installer can save your money. Be mindful of moisture build up in a basement, do you have good ventilation? Moisture is a silent killer.As an architect, I suggest you measure the size of your area and draw this on a piece of paper or the computer. If you are more computer literate get Sketchup a free download from Google that allow you to create a 3d model of your room. With this program you can figure out what you want and need. Ikea has some great built in furniture for cabinets and so forth. Best of luck. [content removed by moderator for being self promotional] 

The secret to Physicians, they know everything! or at least they think so. In addition, unlike other professional they don't have much down time during the day.  I suggest you talk to a drug rep. and mimic their approach.  [content removed by moderator for being self promotional]  

I would run an amortization table of your future payments. You might be surprised that paying down your principle a little more each year could have a significant impact on your total mortgage, even offsetting the difference if your interest rate.Also if anyone on this site can predict the i-rate for the future they wouldn’t be sitting on a yacht and not writing on Zillow![content removed by moderator for being self promotional] 

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Have the RE guides been closed to new edits? Please let me know.  

What online features have been the most useful to agents? I have came across the following:1. Syndication of listing to other major site2. Customizable flyers3. Virtual Video tours4. Customizable slideshows5. Integrated Blogging6. Service Listings7. Listing Widgets