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Entries from December 2017

Having Trouble Getting Buyers to Close? Your Pricing Might Be the Problem

December 29th, 2017 · Comments Off on Having Trouble Getting Buyers to Close? Your Pricing Might Be the Problem

Are you experiencing problems with selling your home? A slow sale is no fun, especially if you need a quick sale due to a move or for financial reasons. If you are having some trouble getting potential buyers to stick around, pricing might be the issue. Let’s explore a few reasons why.

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Tags: Home Seller Tips

Case-Shiller: Home Prices Rise in October

December 28th, 2017 · Comments Off on Case-Shiller: Home Prices Rise in October

According to Case-Shiller national and 20-city home price indices for October, home prices continued to rise. National home prices rose 0.70 percent for the three months ending in October. Year-over-year, national home prices increased by 6.20 percent. The 20-City Home Price Index also rose by 0.70 percent in October and reported a year-over-year increase of 6.40 percent.

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Tags: Housing Market

3 Dog Breeds That Are Perfect for the Allergy-Prone Pet Lover

December 27th, 2017 · Comments Off on 3 Dog Breeds That Are Perfect for the Allergy-Prone Pet Lover

Do you find yourself itchy and sneezing after an encounter with a friendly, furry dog? You are not alone. The CDC estimates that around ten percent of Americans suffer from allergies related to dogs or cats. But, of course, that is no reason not to enjoy the love of a dog.

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Tags: Around The Home

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – December 26, 2017

December 26th, 2017 · Comments Off on What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – December 26, 2017

Last week’s economic reports included readings on NAHB homebuilder confidence, housing starts, building permits issued and sales of previously-owned homes. Weekly releases on mortgage rates and new jobless claims were also released.

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Tags: Mortgage Rates

3 Ways That Buying a New Construction Home Beats Buying an Existing One, Every Time

December 22nd, 2017 · Comments Off on 3 Ways That Buying a New Construction Home Beats Buying an Existing One, Every Time

Are you in the market for a new house? Whether you are a first-time home buyer or are upgrading to get more space, you will need to choose between buying an existing home or building a brand new one. Let’s explore three reasons why new construction homes are better than existing homes.

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Tags: Home Buyer Tips

Landlord Squeezing You for yet Another Rent Increase? It’s Time to Buy a Starter Home

December 21st, 2017 · Comments Off on Landlord Squeezing You for yet Another Rent Increase? It’s Time to Buy a Starter Home

Did you just get your annual notice that the rent is going up? If so, you’re not alone. Millions of renters are seeing more and more of their income drained away due to higher rents. To make matters worse, every dollar in rent is one that you are not saving, investing or using to build your net worth. If you’re feeling the pinch of higher rents, it might be time to buy your first starter home.

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Tags: Home Buyer Tips

NAHB: Builder Confidence Outstrips Pre-Bubble Highs

December 20th, 2017 · Comments Off on NAHB: Builder Confidence Outstrips Pre-Bubble Highs

Home builders surveyed by the National Association of Home Builders expressed their highest level of confidence in housing markets since 1999. The index reading for housing market conditions in December hit 74, which exceeded November’s reading of 70. Analysts expected a flat reading of 70 for December. Readings over 50 indicate improvement in housing market conditions.

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Tags: Housing Market

Going Solar: 3 Reasons Why Solar Panels Should Be Your 2018 Home Improvement Project

December 19th, 2017 · Comments Off on Going Solar: 3 Reasons Why Solar Panels Should Be Your 2018 Home Improvement Project

Have you been scratching your head, wondering what your next great home renovation project should be? If you are like most homeowners, you have many areas that could use a little attention. Let’s explore three reasons why installing solar panels should be high on your list of home improvement projects for 2018.

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Tags: Around The Home

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – December 18, 2017

December 18th, 2017 · Comments Off on What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – December 18, 2017

Last week’s economic reporting included readings on inflation, core inflation and the Post-meeting statement of the Fed’s Federal Open Market Committee. Fed Chair Janet Yellen also gave a press conference; weekly readings on mortgage rates and new jobless claims were also released.

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Tags: Mortgage Rates

Take Your Bathroom From ‘Drab’ to ‘Fab’ With These Do-it-Yourself Bathroom Renovations

December 15th, 2017 · Comments Off on Take Your Bathroom From ‘Drab’ to ‘Fab’ With These Do-it-Yourself Bathroom Renovations

Does your bathroom look amazing? As one of the most used rooms in every home, the bathroom can almost always use a bit of a facelift. In today’s blog post we will share a few DIY renovations that will take your bathroom from drab to fab.

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Tags: Around The Home