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  1. Staging your listing: If personal photos are distracting or limiting a buyer’s imagination, take them down. bit.ly/yY9g1b
  2. CFLs will save money but only if they last longer which may require changes in the way we use them. bit.ly/xKISvt
  3. Maybe you can't buy millions but can you buy one or two? bit.ly/zFt4Hr
  4. "If it isn't broke, don't fix it" doesn't always apply, especially when it comes to plumbing. bit.ly/yDZcY5
  5. Social media newcomer, Pinterest may be just what you’re looking for to become inspired. bit.ly/zRiZn4
  6. Rents are rising and this plays a big part in the CPI – up 2.4% from a year ago. bit.ly/AbOR8w
  7. The before-and-after pictures “show” you what a difference furniture placement can make on the sale. bit.ly/w7fEmZ
  8. Home Repair: The right tools for the job can make all the difference in getting it done “right”. bit.ly/AFljL2
  9. Rental homes can be the IDEAL investment in today's market without the volatility of the stock market. bit.ly/xzbJmk
  10. Some home repairs obviously require a higher priority. Check out which should be done first. cnnmon.ie/zylyfV
  11. Housing Affordability index of 100 indicates a good time to buy and the latest index is at a whopping 194.9. bit.ly/w4dk4l
  12. Nothing says I love you like the gift of a down payment bit.ly/y9nPPR
  13. Home Deduction: Try to avoid some of the simple mistakes on this year’s income tax return bit.ly/xpPAxm
  14. Additional principal contributions on your mortgage will save interest, retire debt & build equity. bit.ly/AgNEti
  15. Experts say that waiting for better deals to refinance could be a mistake on.wsj.com/xTzwXa
  16. Here's good advice in this msnbc video for home buyers, sellers, and owners. on.today.com/ABtSUN
  17. More homeowners are doing their own taxes and they should consider these common mistakes.
  18. Home Improvements at 5 year high. More people are making improvements on their homes. bit.ly/y2Gr2Q
  19. Lenders determine whether to loan money and the rate based on the risk involved. bit.ly/A0GYxy
  20. Shorten the time your home is on the market, and increase your value by preparing your home first. bit.ly/Au1R1A