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	<title>SmithLakeHomes.com - Lewis Smith Lake Alabama Real Estate MLS &#187; The Lakeman Blog</title>
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		<title>Buying a Second Home &#8211; Tax Tips from TurboTax</title>
		<link>http://www.smithlakehomes.com/for_sale/buying-a-second-home-tax-tips-from-turbotax/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 28 Jul 2010 22:42:50 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Brian Czup</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Tax breaks encourage buying second homes
Now you can trade down to a less expensive house and use the  profit from the sale of the larger place as a down payment on a second  home. Here&#8217;s a quick look at the tax rules that apply to second homes.
Mortgage interest
If you use the place as [...]]]></description>
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		<title>The Ridge at Rock Creek Smith Lake Lots</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 02 Jul 2010 02:15:09 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Brian Czup</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Smith Lake BARGAINS!]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Ridge at Rock Creek is the single best buying opportunity that I have seen on Lewis Smith Lake this year!]]></description>
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		<title>Smith Lake Foreclosure on Rock Creek in Arley, AL</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 29 Jun 2010 20:32:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Brian Czup</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Smith Lake BARGAINS!]]></category>
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Here we go folks! Another buying opportunity on Smith Lake. This time it&#8217;s a large home with a great view on Rock Creek.
Here are some details -

Previous Price &#8211; $549,000
NOW &#8211; $349,000!
Located in Arley
3 bedrooms/2 baths
Bonus room loft
136&#8242; waterfront
Very nice views of Rock Creek
Approx 2750 sq ft total
1230 sq ft finished walkout basement
Upper and lower [...]]]></description>
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		<title>SmithLakeHomes.com Newsletter</title>
		<link>http://www.smithlakehomes.com/for_sale/smithlakehomes-com-newsletter/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 13 Jun 2010 04:40:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Brian Czup</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Search Tools]]></category>
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		<title>Smith Lake Foreclosure in Lakeshore East</title>
		<link>http://www.smithlakehomes.com/for_sale/lakeshore-east-smith-lake-foreclosure/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 12 Jun 2010 04:13:22 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Brian Czup</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Smith Lake BARGAINS!]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Rare Foreclosure on Smith Lake!]]></description>
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		<title>Birmingham Condo to Trade for Smith Lake Property</title>
		<link>http://www.smithlakehomes.com/for_sale/birmingham-condo-to-trade-for-smith-lake-property/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 28 May 2010 19:34:57 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Brian Czup</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Sellers - Creative Financing]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[A Regency Crown condo owner is looking for a suitable Smith Lake property owner who would be willing to trade properties. Owner prefers the Double Springs area but may consider other areas. Below is more information about the Regency Crown condominium.
If you are interested in negotiating a deal, contact me.

Average price in this development is [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Duncan Bridge Condo FURNISHED &#8211; $299,000</title>
		<link>http://www.smithlakehomes.com/for_sale/duncan-bridge-condo-for-sale/</link>
		<comments>http://www.smithlakehomes.com/for_sale/duncan-bridge-condo-for-sale/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 17 May 2010 15:56:36 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Brian Czup</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[The Lakeman Blog]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Condo]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Available for immediate occupancy is a beautiful FULLY FURNISHED 3 bedroom, 2 bath,  low maintenance condo at Duncan Bridge Resort at Smith Lake.  Features  include:

Solid surface counter tops in kitchen and baths
Walk-out balcony overlooking Smith Lake’s Sipsey River
View of the newly renovated Duncan Bridge
Superior location just minutes from Jasper
Your own covered boat slip [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Some Buyers Look for Creative Financing Options</title>
		<link>http://www.smithlakehomes.com/for_sale/creative-financing/</link>
		<comments>http://www.smithlakehomes.com/for_sale/creative-financing/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 17 May 2010 14:09:35 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Brian Czup</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Sellers - Creative Financing]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Attention Sellers -
I have shoppers who are interested in purchasing Smith Lake property but have some unique financing requirements. If you are interested in selling your property via creative measures, send me your information.

Owner financing your property
Trading your property
Equity exchange, 1031 tax exchange, or &#8220;like-kind&#8221; exchanges


Current Opportunities

5/28/2010 &#8211; Buyer Has a Birmingham Condo to Trade [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Advice on Buying a Smith Lake Home</title>
		<link>http://www.smithlakehomes.com/for_sale/advice-on-buying-a-smith-lake-house/</link>
		<comments>http://www.smithlakehomes.com/for_sale/advice-on-buying-a-smith-lake-house/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 20:20:39 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Brian Czup</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Smith Lake Information]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[ 
Hi Smith Lake Shoppers!
I have some extremely valuable advice to help  people that may be shopping for a Smith Lake house or lot. It’s always good to  do your homework before buying real estate, but when you buy lake  property, it&#8217;s absolutely essential that you know what you&#8217;re looking  at! [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Smith Lake Sellers</title>
		<link>http://www.smithlakehomes.com/for_sale/smith-lake-sellers/</link>
		<comments>http://www.smithlakehomes.com/for_sale/smith-lake-sellers/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2009 22:13:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Brian Czup</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[The Lakeman Blog]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[seller]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[sellers]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[smith lake sell]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[If you&#8217;re selling a lake or lake area property and need to hire the best, please visit my Sellers Info page. There you will have a front row seat to view my exclusive marketing style in action. When you come to the conclusion that I can do the job effectively and efficiently, you will be [...]]]></description>
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