Suppose you see a house that seems like a great deal. If it is too-good-to-be-true, it is time to figure out if it really is true. The house is listed on your local multiple listing service, or Zillow, or Realtor.com for much less than other houses of its size...
Acquiring the home of your dreams is an exhilarating experience, but this joy can turn into dismay when the specter of foreclosure looms six years later due to seemingly minor oversights, such as unpaid taxes. A homeowner in D.C. found themselves ensnared in this...
In recent years, there has been a notable increase in the popularity of vacation rental investment properties. The surge in demand for vacation homes and local getaways, driven partly by prior travel restrictions during the pandemic, created an opportune moment for...
In the ever-evolving world of real estate, consumers are faced with a crucial decision when searching for their dream home—should they opt for the charm of an established property or embrace the allure of a brand-new construction? Given the frenzy of new home...
Are you currently considering whether a condominium or a single-family home would be the most suitable option for your lifestyle as a prospective first-time homebuyer? One of the most common decisions homebuyers face is choosing between a condominium (condo) and a...
Buying a home in a historic city comes with many perks, and a few risks as well. Whether it's the founding of America in cities like Boston and Philadelphia or the Wild West in San Antonio and Santa Fe, there is a city that fits every type of search for a blast from...
The new year brings new predictions of an economic downturn in 2023. A survey of 30 economists by Bloomberg in December 2022 found there is a 70% likelihood of a recession in 2023. Predictions vary as to the severity and length of a recession if it happens at all....
Many people find themselves in the situation of having to buy a new home and sell their current one at the same time. Down payments on a new home require a lot of money which is why so many people are compelled to sell before they can buy. But so much can go wrong...
Unless you're a die-hard city dweller, you've probably imagined from time to time what it would be like to give up the daily grind and move to the idyllic countryside. A home in the country provides fresh air, peace and security, and space to do what you want....
A recent survey conducted by the National Association of Exclusive Buyer Agents (NAEBA) shows that some real estate closings are already being affected by the new “Know Before You Owe/TRID” regulations that went into effect October 3. The survey went out to brokers...
Buying a home is a complex and expensive process, but having the right guidance makes all the difference! If you are thinking of becoming a homeowner this year, these 7 steps will help you! 1. Educate yourself with home buying information from the National Association...
Insider trading is forbidden in the stock market, but the real estate industry has no such restriction. As listings become scarce, selling agents are taking advantage of conditions by promoting “pocket listings” to other agents, before the home is available to the...