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Aug

Real EstateFixer-upper, Home Renovations, Real Estate

Should You Buy A Fixer Upper?

Popular TV shows like Fixer Upper and Property Brothers have brought the charms of owning a fixer upper to light. A fixer-upper can be a great option if you are prepared for the experience of owning a house that needs work and time. A house that needs work can be a great investment if you are ready to invest the time and money into it. On the other hand, buying a fixer upper might be a problem if you are not aware of what you are getting into. Not sure if owning a fixer upper is worth it? Here are…

31

Jul

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Financial ReportsFinancial Reports, Interest Rates, Mortgage Rates

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – July 31st, 2018

Last week's economic readings included reports on sales of new and pre-owned homes, mortgage rates and first-time jobless claims. New Home Sales Slide; Pre-owned Home Sales Meet Expectations Commerce Department reported lower sales of new homes in June. Sales were expected to reach 666,000 sales on a seasonally adjusted annual basis, but the actual reading slipped by 5.30 percent to a pace of 631,000 new home sales. Analysts cited higher building costs, home prices and mortgage rates sidelined some buyers. Concerns over inadequate inventories of available homes also impacted sales of newly-built homes. New homes sold at a rate 6.90…

27

Jul

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Real EstateHome Value, Market Predictions, Real Estate

Top Real Estate Predictions You Should Know About

Whether you are a homeowner looking to get the maximum return on investment, a buyer interested in fair market value or an industry insider grappling with the moving parts of the real estate industry, these are some trends and predictions you should know about. Lower Home Supply Causing Significant Value Growth Indicators point to a U.S. economy that has settled into a nice growth period. Unemployment rates have touched some record lows, wages appear to be on the rise and Millennials are entering high earning and home-buying years. Couple these factors with the fact that last year's tax reform laws…

26

Jul

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Real EstateHome Improvement, Real Estate, Staging

Selling Your Home? 4 Ways To Get Your Garage Ready

The garage is often the last thing on seller's minds when it comes to home staging. It is prudent to make sure your kitchen and bathrooms are perfect for showings. Make sure that you don't neglect your garage when getting your home ready to sell. A good-looking garage can be a great selling point. Has your garage become a greasy, junk-filled space that you don't like to visit? If so, then buyers won't want to see it either. Fortunately, it is easy to get your garage in top shape before your showings. Up the appeal of your garage with these…

25

Jul

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Real EstateHigh Tech, Kitchen, Real Estate

Check Out This Great Next Gen Kitchen Technology

There's perhaps no better indicator that we are living in the technology age than Smart gadgets infiltrating the kitchen. Whether they are little conveniences or big-ticket items, the chef in every home can benefit from the devices that help improve cooking, storage and food preparation. These are some of the next generation kitchen items that are making life a little easier and homes a tad more valuable. Samsung Family Hub Smart Fridge Provides Constant Contact This big-ticket Samsung line has definitely taken refrigeration to the next level. It features a touchscreen that you can connect to with handheld devices to…