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Scams in Real Estate: Situations You Must Be Aware

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Photo by Bruno Martins You can gain a lot from immersing in real estate industry. But you can also lose if you aren't careful of your transactions. Some people try to take advantage of others to increase their commission, boost their sale or attract clients. Different agents and realtors adhere to various scams in real estate. Whether you want to buy a house and lot for sale in Laguna or sell a condo in Makati, you must be aware of the situations rampant in the industry to avoid misfortunes. Changing Lender If you receive a letter about a transfer of your loan to a different financial institution, you must be alert especially if you didn't request a change of account. Verify the contents of the letter before you take any action. Read each line carefully to ensure the validity of the information on it. Double Sale The owner or agent handling the property closes a sale with a second buyer even if the first one already settled the payment. It can also be an act of negle...

6 Perks of Solo Condo Living in Your 20s

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Your twenties is the decade of your life where you discover several things about yourself. It's the time when you try things out and experience the rise and fall of being young. Being out of college and snagging your first job gives you the first taste of the real world. This age is similar to the Roaring Twenties where the social, artistic and cultural aspects of your life are in the limelight. Thus, it's the best time to move out from your childhood home and practice living alone. When you separate from your parents, you learn how it is to be an adult. There are several reasons to get away from the chaos of your family to forge your path. Unfortunately, a lot of young adults fear the costs of breaking from the pack. The monthly utility bills, daily expenses, and rental or mortgage fees come into mind when going solo. These financial obligations cannot be avoided and are part of the learning curve. That way, you become an independent and self-sufficient twenty-something...