http://www.lbar.com/ LBAR Online Blog en-us Wed, 01 Feb 2012 10:30:26 -0500 Copyright: (C) 2012 LBAR Read this article at: houselogic.com Here: http://www.houselogic.com/home-advice/seasonal-maintenance/salt-ice-winter-maintenance/There’s no denying it: Ice on steps and walkways is extremely dangerous, leading to countless injuries each year. It’s bad enough if you or a family member take a tumble, but it may be even worse if someone else does. Under certain circumstances, you could be liable if someone slips and injures themselves while on your property. Thankfully, ... Wed, 01 Feb 2012 10:30:26 -0500 http://www.lbar.com/blog/tips-on-using-salt-to-melt-ice-safely-around-your--62.html Read this article on Realtytimes.com: http://realtytimes.com/rtpages/20111102_great.htmFive Great Things about Homeownership by Carla Hill If you've been on the fence about homeownership, now is the time to take a leap! Don't let the negative press deter you from one of life's greatest joys. Take a look at five short and sweet reasons that homeownership is great! 1. Equity. When you pay rent, you never see that money again. It is lining the landlord's pocket. Yes... Tue, 31 Jan 2012 14:41:08 -0500 http://www.lbar.com/blog/five-great-things-about-homeownership-61.html Read this article on Realtytimes.com: http://realtytimes.com/rtpages/20120111_sellertips.htmTop 10 Tips for Sellers by Carla Hill Today’s sellers may face challenging conditions in many markets, but that doesn’t mean choosing to sell is a bad idea. There are many reasons to sell and most are good ones. Here are ten tips to get you on your way to getting your home sold. 1. Hire a Professional. This is no time to be navigating the rough waters of the real est... Mon, 30 Jan 2012 14:38:04 -0500 http://www.lbar.com/blog/top-10-tips-for-sellers-60.html Read this article on Realtytimes.com: http://realtytimes.com/rtpages/20111130_rightchoice.htmBuyers: Making the Right Choice by Carla Hill There are so many different homes to choose from during the buying process. How can you be sure to make the right choice? From condos, downtown neighborhoods, suburbs, and country homes, there's a perfect fit for every buyer. To make the best decision you need to be sure to really give time to your decision making process. Yes,... Sun, 29 Jan 2012 14:34:13 -0500 http://www.lbar.com/blog/buyers-making-the-right-choice-59.html Read this article on Realtytimes.com: http://realtytimes.com/rtpages/20120117_youragent.htm Relying On An Agent by Carla Hill The latest NAR Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers showed a growing trend among recent buyers. The latest figures show that 89 percent of buyers purchased their home with the help of a real estate agent or broker. This is a sharp increase from a decade ago in 2001, when only 69 percent of buyers enlisted the help of an agent or broker. ... Sat, 28 Jan 2012 14:31:45 -0500 http://www.lbar.com/blog/relying-on-an-agent-58.html