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Real Estate Investing: Why Buying a Condo in a Ski Resort Area Can Be a Great Investment
The decision to invest in real estate can be one rife with risk, but if you’re ready to take this type of step into the investment market, you might be wondering where to begin. While upcoming neighborhoods and university areas may always be a place where investment is a viable idea, here are some reasons it can be a boon to consider a resort condo.
Locked in a Bidding War? 3 Tactics That Will Ensure That You Reign Supreme with a Winning Bid
Bidding wars can be ugly, nasty things – but with the right tactics, you can come out a winner without having to double your offer. Welcome to basic training – today, you’ll learn how to navigate the obstacle course that is a real estate bidding war and come out on top. Put these three strategies to use and youâll easily win the home of your dreams.
What's Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – October 05, 2015
Last week’s economic reports included Pending Home Sales, Construction Spending and several reports on jobs and employment.
Looking for an Eco-friendly Upgrade? Try These Easy Ways to Save Water Around the Home
While there are many simple tricks for saving water that will make you feel better about your environmental footprint, here are a few easy upgrades that will make that saving a little more automatic.
4 Tips on How to Increase the Number of Offers You Get In Slower Markets
Selling a house in a slow market is like playing the world’s worst waiting game. But for sellers who want to make a deal quickly, there are ways to boost your offers and close a bid in short order – even if the market isn’t that hot. If you’re struggling to sell your home, try these four strategies to boost buyer interest and start bringing in offers.
Case-Shiller Housing Market Index: Home Prices Rise in July
U.S. home prices rose by 0.10 percent in July according to the S&P Case-Shiller Housing Market Index. San Francisco, California edged past Denver Colorado with a year-over-year price increase of 10.40 percent as compared to Denverâs reading of 10.30 percent. All year-over-readings for the 20-City Home Price Index posted gains, but Washington, D.C. showed the lowest year-over0-year growth rate at 1.70 percent. Chicago, Illinois and New York City followed closely with year-over-year readings of 1.80 percent and 1.90 percent respectively.
Stepping Up Your Game: Staging Your Home to Make It More Appealing Than New Construction
When it comes to buying a home people are more apt to consider a newer model. After all new homes are more energy efficient; require less maintenance the perks many buyers want. For homeowners with older homes getting a competitive edge can take a lot of extra work, especially in today’s real estate market.
What's Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – September 28, 2015
Last week’s scheduled economic news included reports on new and existing home sales, the FHFA House Price Index, and weekly reports on mortgage rates and new jobless claims. The week finished with a report on consumer sentiment.
Looking Ahead: How to Ensure That You Are Taking Full Advantage of Mortgage Tax Credits
One of the major benefits to purchasing a home with a mortgage are the tax credits that can be taken advantage of when April 15 comes around. Many homeowners are unaware of what mortgage related expenses can be deducted and, more importantly, which ones can no longer be deducted.
A Great Problem to Have: How to Handle Multiple Offers for Your House or Condo
With the real estate game in a state of constant flux, getting an offer on your house or condo might seem encouraging enough. While having multiple offers can be the best of all outcomes, there are a few ways to handle this situation and make the most of your home sale.