March is now the advent of the spring home-buying season. As the supply of available properties continues to lag demand in most areas of the country, competition between buyers is growing. This situation is changing many of the longstanding rules of real estate. Where the spring buying season once started in early May, more buyers…
Thanks to increased awareness and education, saving energy is something valued at all levels of society. Without a doubt, bolstering energy efficiency is crucial for preserving the future of our shared natural environment. However, there are plenty of more practical, down-to-earth reasons for making upgrades that improve your home's energy efficiency. Besides reducing your monthly…
People looking to buy a home often consider the conveniences in the neighborhoods as well. When it comes to choosing a home located near Target versus buying one near a Wal-Mart store, a study conducted by RealtyTrac suggests that it may literally pay people to buy homes located near a Target store. In 2015, homes…
High Rents, Limited Inventory and Low Interest Rates Encourage People to Search for a Home High rent prices are driving people to buy their first home. A Redfin survey reports that one in four homebuyers confirm that they decided to purchase a home because rent is becoming unaffordable. This number is up from November’s report,…
The economic data is in from the beginning of the year, and it’s shaping out to be a good one. One of the main factors that affects growth in the housing market is job creation. In January 2016, although employment growth wasn’t what it was in 2015, more than 150,000 jobs were created. This number…