Tips for First Time Home Buyers: A Quick List to Get You Started by Juan Carlos Carrasquel, Realtor (812) 369-0785, The JuanSells.com Realty Co. Bloomington, Indiana

The JuanSells.com Realty Co Tweet So you’ve decided to buy a home…Congratulations! You’re excited but probably also a bit nervous or intimidated and that’s perfectly normal; this is unknown territory for you. You might be thinking How do I even begin this process? Luckily, I’ve worked with many first time home buyers over the years and…

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10 Red Flags to Watch for When Buying a Home by Juan Carlos Carrasquel Realtor (812) 369-0785 The JuanSells.com Realty Co. Bloomington Indiana

The JuanSells.com Realty Co Tweet In my opinion, it is at the moment of purchase when most real estate mistakes are made.  Making sure you have an experienced real estate agent is crucial to mitigate the risk of making such mistakes. Wouldn’t it make sense to work with the buyer agent that helps the largest number of buyers? The…

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Four most popular exterior siding options for your home by Juan Carlos Carrasquel Realtor (812) 369-0785 The JuanSells.com Realry Co. Bloomington Indiana

The JuanSells.com Realty Co Tweet Here there are the four most popular exterior siding options for homes nationwide. Find the fit that’s right for you by considering the siding’s cost, maintenance requirements, durability, and the long term effect on the environment. You’ll want to think about how much work you want to put into maintaining the outside of your home,…

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Buying a home with a bankruptcy, foreclosure or short sale in your past credit history. By Jason Sumner Sr. Loan Officer, Ruoff Home Mortgage

  Have you had a derogatory credit event in your past such as bankruptcy, foreclosure or short sale? Whether due to a medical reason, a loss of a job or from a myriad of other reasons, many people have experienced this. The good news is that with some careful planning and knowing your options, you…

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Outdoor Fall Decor DIY Ideas by Juan Carlos Carrasquel Realtor (812) 369-0785 The JuanSells.com Realty Co. Bloomington Indiana

I want to share with you some ideas on how to improve your outdoor fall decor for the season.  Fall is my favorite season; the colors are incredible. Let’s incorporate some of those colors to the outside of our houses and make our homes and neighborhoods more beautiful by increasing curb appeal! These low-cost outdoor fall…

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Top 10 Most Common Home Repairs by Juan Carlos Carrasquel Realtor (812) 369-0785

The JuanSells.com Realty Co Tweet Whether you own a home or are considering buying one, these are some of the common home repairs you will need to do around your home: fix a broken or faulty switch, repair roof, fix door and hinges, fix gutters, repair tiles, repair dry wall, replace ceiling fan, fix leaky faucets, fix…

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Ways to manage and improve your credit score- by Jason Sumner Sr. Loan Officer, Ruoff Home Mortgage

When you are ready to apply for a home mortgage loan, having a clean credit history is certainly important. However, there’s much more to the story than just this. The number and age of your accounts, the amount of debt you currently owe in proportion to your available limit, amongst many other factors play into…

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2015 Most popular interior paint colors by Juan Carlos Carrasquel, Realtor (812) 369-0785

Choosing the right paint color is the beginning of a successful redecoration project for your home. Usually the paint color determines the entire style of the room. If you’re looking for some ideas to spice up one of your rooms, here’s a list of the top interior paint colors of 2015 to inspire you.  …

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Designing your home on a budget by Juan Carlos Carrasquel, Realtor (812) 369-0785

You don’t have to break the bank to make some improvements to your home. Follow these 10 tips and make some magic happen without expending too much money.  Designing your home on a budget doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice your personal style or taste. If you are planning to move, I will take care of selling your current…

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Moving checklist by Juan Carlos Carrasquel, Realtor (812) 369-0785

15 helpful things to make your move easier and more efficient. Start planning your move two months ahead of time and follow the checklist to a great moving experience.   If you are planning to move, I will take care of selling your current home and help you find your new home. Happy move! from Bloomington’s Most Trusted Real Estate Agent, Juan…

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