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Read more about the article America’s Hottest Real Estate Markets for February 2017
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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
Read more about the article Baby Boomers Poised to Influence the Housing Market
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Baby Boomers Poised to Influence the Housing Market

Whether they decide to move from their current homes or age in place, the decisions baby boomers and other older homeowners make during the next few years could significantly impact the single-family housing market. Today, baby boomers and other homeowners age 55 and older control almost two-third (or about $8 trillion) of the nation's home…

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June 14, 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
Read more about the article The Top 10 Best Cities for New Homebuyers
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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
Read more about the article High Rents, Limited Inventory and Low Interest Rates Encourage People to Search for a Home
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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
Read more about the article Important Questions to Help You Determine if You’re Ready to Purchase a Home
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Important Questions to Help You Determine if You’re Ready to Purchase a Home

Purchasing your own home is a wonderful achievement, but it's important that you're well informed before you make this decision. Answer these questions first. 1. How's your credit record? If you're dealing with a troubled credit history, then this may not be the best time to consider purchasing a home. A poor credit score may…

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January 21, 2016
Read more about the article Improving Your Home Could Send Your Taxes Straight Up
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Improving Your Home Could Send Your Taxes Straight Up

Most every homeowner enjoys finding new ways to improve their home, and many of these improvements can greatly increase the value of the home. Unfortunately, some home renovations may also lead to a visit by the tax assessor and a higher tax bill. Home Improvements That May Raise Your Taxes • An Additional Bathroom: Many homeowners…

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December 2, 2015