When Will the Housing Market Bounce Back? Industry Update
Housing market concept and graphPhoto by(Shutterstock/takasu) The 2021 calendar year saw strong demand for housing in the US, as people stuck at home during the pandemic searched for new places to live, aided by low-interest rates. In contrast, the market changed significantly this year, with house prices surging and mortgage rates reaching a 21-year-high on 30-year fixed mortgages.
Read full storyThe Importance of Using Social Media for Real Estate Agents
Real Estate agent woman with clients near new housePhoto byShutterstock/kurhan. When marketing a real estate listing, it’s important to pursue all avenues. Getting it featured on real estate websites is a given, but so is social media–both your own and any professional accounts you own.
Read full story7 things to know when moving to California
US Atlas closeup(Shutterstock/Alexander Lukatskiy) California is the most populated state in the United States, with almost 40 million people. Most cities in California average more than 245 days of sunshine with mostly nice weather year-round. The winter is not too cold, and the summer is not too hot; it is regularly perfect weather. California also has one of the largest economies in the world and has recently vowed to use 100% clean energy by 2045.
Read full storyPicking the perfect neighborhood to live
Young woman walking dog in modern residential houses neighborhood street in Bentonville, Northwest Arkansas(shutterstock/shuttersv) Choosing a new home is an experience that can be both exciting and scary. Aside from the financial considerations you should make when choosing a new neighborhood to live in or to invest in, many other factors can play into picking the perfect neighborhood when renting, buying, or investing in a new home.
Read full story6 Things to Know About Moving to Portland
Iconic Portland, Oregon Old Town sign with an outline of Oregon and a stag(shutterstock/Jess Kraft) Portland, a vibrant city in America’s Pacific Northwest, is referred to as "weird" for many reasons. From strip clubs to the smallest museum in the world, Portland's weirdness has endeared it to its residents. The largest city in Oregon state is also famed for its overwhelming natural beauty of green space, forests, and breathtaking mountaintops.
Read full story8 Things to Know About Living in Cold-Weather States
Grafton, NY / USA - 03-06-2015: Couple taking a winter stroll past historic blacksmith shop in rural Vermont.(shutterstock/Sandra Foyt) The coldest states in the US are Alaska, North Dakota, Maine, Minnesota, Wyoming, Montana, Vermont, New Hampshire, Wisconsin and Idaho, according to a century of average temperature data from the National Centers for Environmental Information.
Read full storyProtecting Your Home From Wildfires
(Shutterstock/David A Litman) As global temperatures continue to increase because of human-induced climate change, the weather becomes more severe and harder to predict. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, weather events leading to more than $1 billion in damage, a key indicator of a changing climate, are on the rise in the United States.
Read full storyAs the real estate market cools, don't overlook these things when buying a house
Buying a home is a major decision and a huge life milestone. It’s the largest purchase most people ever make, with the Census Bureau reporting the median sale price of new houses reaching $436,700 as of March 2022. If you’re thinking about buying something that costs hundreds of thousands of dollars, do your research and consider every possible factor pertaining to your investment. Even if you have a licensed real estate agent assisting you during the process, you should know the ins and outs of the process because it’s your money, your home and your investment.
Read full story10 Things to Know About Living on the East Coast
(Gualberto Becerra/Shutterstock) In the United States, the East Coast is considered a highly attractive place to live for job opportunities, diversity, weather and some other benefits, such as a fast-paced lifestyle.
Read full storySelling Your House? Don't Overlook These 5 Things Before You List
For many people, a home purchase is the largest purchase they’ll ever make, so selling a home can be one of the best ways to get a large lump sum of cash. The process of selling a home is incredibly stressful, though, and it demands a lot of time and energy.
Read full storyHeat Map: The Hottest Real Estate Markets in 2022
The coronavirus pandemic saw many real estate markets leap upward. Some saw home prices jump over 40% in a single year!. Pick your reason as to why. People spending more time at home are focused more on their home, and usually wish they had more space. Many homeowners took on home improvement projects. The sudden collapse and meteoric recovery of the stock market left many investors seeking firmer assets — particularly as a hedge against inflation in the face of record government spending and new currency creation.
Read full storyNavigating the Home Selling Process
It’s no secret the real estate market is blazing hot right now. The COVID-19 pandemic has brought on many economic challenges. One has been keeping up with the demand for housing.
Read full storyTop Things to Do in Denver in the Spring
As the winter months tick away, the weather warms and the days get longer, the city of Denver comes back to life. A fun place to live and visit year-round, Denver has a lot going on in the springtime. Here are some of the top things to do in the Mile High City:
Read full storyTop Things to Do in Miami in the Spring
While Miami is a great place to live and visit all year round, springtime here is the best. The cooler winter weather hangs on (Miami in the summer is an all-around scorcher), and there’s just so much to do.
Read full storyStaying Competitive in the California Housing Market
The California housing market has long been one of the most valuable, dynamic and competitive in the country. In fact, according to the most recent data, the entire California housing market is worth somewhere around $9.2 trillion, which is one-fifth of the entire US real estate industry.
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