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Walkable Urban Locations Continue to Rise in Popularity

Walkable real estate development projects and places continue to increase nationwide, but some metro regions are progressing faster than others, according to a new national report released by LOCUS: Responsible Real Estate Developers and Investors, a program of Smart Growth America, in conjunction with the Center for Real Estate and Urban Analysis at the George…

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June 20, 2016

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Will Zero-Energy Homes Alter the Future of Real Estate?

There's been a lot of buzz recently about the zero-energy building trend, especially in California, which recently mandated that all new residential buildings must be built to zero-net energy specifications by 2020. If you're not up-to-speed with the zero-energy building concept — relying on a home's extraordinary energy conservation and on-site renewable energy to meet…

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May 23, 2016

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5 Ways to Attract More Luxury Home Buyers

From posh outdoor living spaces to decked-out wine cellars, these luxurious features can transform ordinary homes into dream homes. According to real estate brokerage company Redfin, luxury home sales increased in fourth quarter 2015 and ended a nine-month slump, with an average luxury home sale price of $1.62 million. Sales in 2016 also are predicted…

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May 9, 2016

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Single-Family Sector Improves in 2016

This could finally be the year that production of single-family homes outpaces apartments in the U.S., according to the National Association of Home Builders' 2016 Spring Construction Forecast. On the downside, factors that stand to hinder a full rebound include a shortage of build-able lots and labor, along with limited access to acquisition, construction and…

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May 2, 2016

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The New Definition of Suburbs

A generation ago, the American dream was based in the suburbs. After an economic downturn and a housing crash, the upcoming generations have their own version of the American dream, and it looks decidedly more urban. In fact, while more people are moving back to cities in search of better jobs and more conveniences, suburbs…

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April 27, 2016

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The Top 10 Best Cities for New Homebuyers

While some cities are as unaffordable as ever, there are still places that offer reasonably priced residences as well as desirable amenities. The top 10 best cities for today’s new homebuyers range from Philadelphia to Virginia Beach. Philadelphia  With homes priced at around $220,000 and low unemployment rates, Philadelphia is becoming the place for New…

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April 14, 2016

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The best month — and day — to list your home

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…

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March 29, 2016

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Energy-Efficiency And The Resale Value Of Your House

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…

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March 24, 2016

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Target vs. Wal-Mart: Where Are Nearby Home Prices the Highest?

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…

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March 16, 2016

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High Rents, Limited Inventory and Low Interest Rates Encourage People to Search for a Home

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,…

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March 8, 2016