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America’s Hottest Real Estate Markets for February 2017

During the final month of winter, supplies were scarcer than ever in the residential real estate market, according to Realtor.com’s preliminary analysis of data. Factoring in strong buyer demand, sales remained strong in February after a January in which the pace of existing-home sales was at a 10-year high. Early birds were scrambling to get the…

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February 28, 2017

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The Early Bird’s Guide to Buying a Home

Planning to purchase a home this spring? Then the last days of winter is the time to get rolling. Here, Realtor.com explains how to get way ahead of the pack before the busy spring home-buying season arrives. Find a buyer’s agent Teaming up with a buyer’s agent during the winter offers several advantages. For starters, because business…

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February 21, 2017

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Five Home Upgrades That Won’t Add Value

Just because you’ve updated your home, that doesn’t mean you’ll profit when it comes time to sell. Hoping to increase your home’s value (above and beyond the cost of an upgrade itself)? You should know that the improvements you value might not be valuable to potential buyers. In fact, you may never recoup the full cost…

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February 14, 2017

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Five Factors for Newlyweds to Consider When Buying a New Home

The wedding has ended, and now you and your new spouse are ready to enter into the next exciting chapter of homeownership. Here, RISMedia offers some important details to consider that can help ensure a pleasant house-hunting experience.  Neighborhood Have a talk with your spouse and discuss your long-term goals, such as whether you want…

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February 6, 2017

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Neighborhood Features to Look for if You’re Starting a Family

An area targeted to young professionals will differ greatly from a family-friendly neighborhood. For example, that locale with all of the bars and nightlife that you loved when you were not parents becomes less important when you have children. That’s when it’s critical to seek out an area with the ideal school district, low crime…

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January 30, 2017

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Five Plumbing Problems to Look Out for When Buying a House

When searching for a new home, aggravating plumbing problems often can be overlooked. While some plumbing flaws can be an easy fix, others can lead to serious damage and major financial woes if they aren’t addressed. Before signing on that dotted line, Redfin offers five issues to look for that could be lurking behind the walls. Aging water…

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January 23, 2017

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Buyers Willing to Trade Square Footage for Amenities

The average size of new homes built in 2016 was 2,634 square feet compared with 2,689 square feet the previous year, per recent U.S. Census Bureau data. This shows that the home-building industry is preparing for the coming wave of first-time buyers, according to newly released research and survey results from the National Association of…

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January 17, 2017

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Five Steps to Take Now If You Hope to Buy a Home in 2017

Have you vowed to buy a home this year? It’s time to get moving! Even if you’re months away from hiring an agent and touring homes, there are some steps you can take now to make that dream happen. Here, Realtor.com offers some preparatory actions that will help ensure a seamless transaction, both financially and mentally.…

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January 9, 2017

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Planning for Retirement by Investing in Real Estate

Your retirement may be a long way off, but if you’ve yet to start planning, you could find yourself in a financial bind. According to Realty Biz News, multiple streams of income are important if you’re seeking to retire comfortably. One of the top ways to produce a steady income throughout your golden years? Real…

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January 3, 2017

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Homes Values Growing at Fastest Pace Since 2006

As 2016 draws to a close, annual growth in rents has stabilized, the number of homes listed for sale is at its lowest point on record and annual home value growth is accelerating. Fast-forward to 2017 and beyond, and all three of these trends are expected to continue influencing each other and the entire market.…

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