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Brendon DeSimone is a Realtor and one of the nations's leading real estate experts. He has collaborated on multiple real estate books, and his expert advice is regularly sought out by print, online and television media outlets like FOX News, CNBC, Good Morning America and Forbes. An avid investor, Brendon owns real estate around the US and abroad and is licensed to sell in California and New York. You can find Brendon online, on Facebook or follow him on Twitter or on Google Plus.

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    How to Avoid Home Buyer’s Remorse in Real Estate

    Ever bought something special and later realized you didn’t really need it or like it after all? It might be something as small as a new handbag or as More

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    5 Top Things Today’s Home Buyers Want

    Many people shopping for real estate today are younger than previous generations of home buyers, and they’re extremely tech savvy. They grew up with smartphones, apps, More

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    How to Buy and Sell a Home at the Same Time

    Buying and selling at the same time brings up a whole new set of challenges, but those who plan well in advance can make it happen smoothly.

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    How to Sell Your Home Remotely

    Being a remote seller brings a whole set of concerns, questions and uncertainties. Here are five things you should do.

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    Why Buyers Should Consider Foreclosures or Short Sales

    You might find a great property you’d otherwise have overlooked if you categorically disqualified foreclosures and short sales. And when the market is tight, looking at distressed properties makes even more sense.

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    Beware of Overpaying For Home Features

    You might love the pool in the backyard or the sweeping mountain views, but are those features worth paying thousands more? We’ll have tips on how to value the upgrades that matter to you.

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    Don’t Be Fooled By These 3 Real Estate Myths

    As the real estate market significantly rebounds, some buyers and sellers are dipping their toes in the waters for the first time. Here are three myths that many less-seasoned home buyers and sellers assume are true.

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    5 Ways to Find Your Home During an Inventory Shortage

    In this tight market, buyers and real estate agents need to think outside the box. You may need to go after homes that aren’t listed for sale.

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    Why Do Short Sales Take So Long?

    Despite improving real estate markets, short sales and foreclosure sales will be with us for the foreseeable future. Here’s a look at why short sales can take so long, along with tips for what you can do about it.

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    3 Ways to Avoid an HOA Horror Story

    What few buyers consider when embarking on a condo purchase is that, as an owner of a condo, you’re a member of the HOA that governs the condominium complex.