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At ERA we believe that Real Estate is not about property, it's about People. And to that point we have worked with ERA experts to create information that can help you. Regardless of being a buyer or seller, ERA tips will help you.

ERA Answers
Written in response to extensive consumer research, the ANSWERS book addresses over 90 of the most frequently asked questions about buying a home. ANSWERS is a remedy for the high levels of anxiety sometimes associated with buying real estate. Filled with charts and worksheets, as well as valuable tips for first-time buyers and seasoned veterans alike, the book is available at no obligation to potential customers. Please contact an ERA Office to request a copy of this document.

Writing the Next Chapter: Tips for Buyers and Sellers
Written in response to extensive consumer research, the ANSWERS book addresses over 90 of the most frequently asked questions about selling a home. ANSWERS is a remedy for the high levels of anxiety sometimes associated with selling real estate. Filled with charts and worksheets, as well as valuable tips for first-time sellers and seasoned veterans alike, the book is available at no obligation to potential customers. Please contact an ERA Office to request a copy of this document.

Writing the Next Chapter: Tips for Buyers and Sellers
Are you contemplating a move to your next home, the place where you'll write the next chapter in the story of your life? Here are a few tips to help make the transition a bit less stressful.

First Time Home Buyers
Many First Time Home Buyers may feel overwhelmed and confused about the home buying process. At ERA, we want to ease your apprehensions by prepping you in the home buying basics and keeping you informed of very aspect of the process.

Does Renting Make Sense for You?
Renting can make sense for lots of folks, particular those who plan to stay in an area for a short time. You're the ultimate authority when it comes to knowing whether home ownership is right for you; the following is some food for thought that we believe can help you make an informed decision.

Financing
"How much can I afford? What do I qualify for? How do I qualify? These are all questions that future homeowners ask. Financing is a very import part of your home buying experience. When you are looking at homes being pre-qualified can make the difference in you getting your dream home. So let ERA Mortgage help you!

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Relocation
Whether your moving across the county or down the block ERA is here to help you with your relocation. Relocation can be a very stressful experience for all involved, including the family pet. ERA has put together an entire section that looks at the various aspects of relocation and how with little effort you can make it a lot less stress free.

A Closer Look at For Sale By Owner Properties
You've seen the signs displayed in front of homes of every description, and whether you're a potential homebuyer or seller you've probably wondered whether going the "For Sale By Owner" (FSBO) route is right for you.

Second Homes: A Flavor for Every Taste
As you scour the Internet and the travel publications year after year in search of a vacation rental, do you ever wish you owned a getaway of your own? Thousands of people do, and whether you're looking for a place that's exclusively your own, or contemplating renting your second home to help make ownership more affordable, you can choose from a world of properties of every type, size and location.

Is Owning a Rental Property Right for You?
Picture yourself as the owner of a choice property. Now imagine owning that property while someone else makes the mortgage payment for you, while you reap tax benefits – all the while building equity from any appreciation in the value of the property.

Considerations When Buying Land
If you're considering the purchase of a piece of property as the site for a vacation getaway, retirement cottage or simply as the next chapter in your personal history as a homeowner, there are a few things you should consider before making an offer.

Mature Market...ERA New Thresholds
Are you planning on Retiring and moving to a new home? Let ERA help you address some of the concerns you may have.

Moving Tips
At ERA we realize that helping you buys or sell a home is only half the job. The months and weeks that lead up to you actual move can be a lot of work and a lot of stress. Some things can not be avoided, but some can, like helping your children transition to their new home or moving with your pets.

To make a move successful a little planning is needed. Our moving and packing tips can help you with that planning. However, a move does not need to be all work. You need to have a little fun and say thanks to all your friends and family. So here are some ideas to make this a lot of fun.

Upromise
Learn more about the Upromise program.

AmeriSpec – Providing a Quality Home Inspection
A home inspection can help you better understand the condition of the property you are buying or selling. AmeriSpec inspectors visually examine over 400 items within a home, and then detail the findings in the AmeriSpec Report. The purpose of this report is to inform you of the condition of the property's major systems and components: structural components, exterior roof system, plumbing system, electrical system, and heating and air conditioning systems. This information can help you feel more secure with your home purchase or selling decision.

All AmeriSpec inspections are performed in accordance with industry standards. Over 150,000 AmeriSpec inspections are performed in the U.S. and Canada each year.

Contact information: www.amerispec.com or call 877-612-4919.