Posted March 4th, 2013
by Piper Lowes
National home prices in January were up 9.7 percent from a year ago, the biggest annual increase since April 2006, according to data aggregator CoreLogic’s home price index.
The index, which tracks repeat sales of single-family homes, rose 0.7 percent in January from December, marking the 11th consecutive month of month-over-month increases.
“Home prices continued to gather steam across a broad swath of the country in January, continuing the positive trend we saw during most of 2012,” said Anand Nallathambi, president and CEO of CoreLogic, in a statement.
“Many states across the western U.S. and along the East Coast saw average price gains of more than 6 percent, which is likely to boost home sale activity into the first half of 2013,” Nallathambi said.
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Posted March 4th, 2013
by Piper Lowes
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Just for fun, here are some entertaining stories from the real estate world, both local and international.
Like fashion, interior design trends change with the seasons. Each month, different colours and patterns become the new it look, inspiring us to overhaul our home décor. Keeping up with the latest looks can be challenging, not to mention expensive.
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The number of existing homes that sold in the Greater Toronto Area in January was down only slightly from a year ago, a development that the realtors association says suggests that buyers are returning to the market.
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Posted March 3rd, 2013
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Your home should be filled with furniture that you love and that will provide you with the opportunity to show off your individuality. That means you have to find a furniture designer and manufacturer that speaks to your personal style. Something else that people are looking for today in furniture and its design is whether ethical practices are being used to create beautiful looks and comfort.
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Posted March 2nd, 2013
by Dakota Oppen
Yahoo’s new CEO Marissa Mayer — determined to shake things up in an effort to turn the struggling company’s fortunes around – decided to end the company’s telecommuting program.
“To become the absolute best place to work, communication and collaboration will be important, so we need to be working side-by-side. That is why it is critical that we are all present in our offices. Some of the best decisions and insights come from hallway and cafeteria discussions, meeting new people, and impromptu team meetings. Speed and quality are often sacrificed when we work from home. We need to be one Yahoo!, and that starts with physically being together,” a Yahoo memo issued this past week reads.
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Posted February 26th, 2013
by Piper Lowes
Southlake and its many home communities have more than enough to suit nearly every buyer. In fact, to name Southlake’s top 5 subdivisions would be difficult. That is because Southlake was built on the premise of outstanding, master-planned community ideals, and the communities here are spectacular.
Take, for example, the retirement community of Watermere. By many standards, the Watermere at Southlake is what other retirement communities set their standards by. I
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Posted February 26th, 2013
by Patricia Pace
Whether you are moving across town to a new home or relocating overseas because of a new job, rental furniture can be the easiest, most efficient, and most cost-effective way to furnish your new home. When you rent with CORT, billing is not a hassle. That’s why we want to answer some questions you might have about the CORT billing process. Here are a few of the ways we help you rent your furniture easily and conveniently.
Can I Rent Online?
When you have added a furniture piece, full room, or individual pieces to your cart, you are ready to check out. While you are welcome to visit the nearest CORT showroom , it is possible to finalize your order completely online.
Can I Pay Online?
Online, CORT accepts US issued credit cards from American Express, MasterCard, Visa, Discover, JCB, and Diners Club. At this time, CORT does not accept debit cards, pre-paid cards, or non-US issued credit cards when paying online. All customers paying online are enrolled conveniently in CORT’s auto pay process.
Can I Pay In-Store?
Yes you can! When paying for your rental furniture in-store, you can use a credit card from American Express, MasterCard, Visa, Discover, JCB, or Diners Club. You can also pay in-store using a debit card, cash, or a check. However, CORT billing may require a security deposit and/or a credit check if paying with a debit card, cash, or check.
Is My CORT Billing Information Safe?
When you enter your CORT billing information, you can be sure that it is protected from third parties all the way through the ordering process. CORT has secure servers that use advanced encryption and firewall technology dedicated to protecting your information. Additionally, CORT billing never stores your credit card information on our servers.
Are There Delivery Fees?
CORT is happy to deliver your new furniture to your home! You can arrange for this service when you check out. By entering your delivery address when you check out, you can calculate your delivery fee, which will depend on your area and time frame. This service includes delivery, setup, installation, and pick-up of the furniture, and typically can be scheduled within 48 business hours of your order’s completion. If you need to arrange for a faster delivery, you can do so at an additional cost by contacting your local CORT showroom.
If you have more questions about CORT billing, don’t hesitate to visit our FAQ page, chat with a CORT specialist online, call CORT toll-free at 1-888-360-2678 or at 512-900-6897, or come visit one of our more than 100 locations across the U.S.