For over a decade, the national home ownership rate has been declining. It peaked at 69.2% in 2004, but for the past Ten years, the rate continued to fall. Today the home ownership rate is less than 63%, the lowest in half a century. Some industry analysts are predicting further declines too, saying ... » Learn More about Don’t pay attention to home ownership level
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Housing reports typically baffles people
Reading or watching news regarding the housing market can make a homeowner's head spin. You might hear that mortgage rates are up, sales are down and prices are stagnant - all in one day. How can you know when the news of the day should influence the decisions you make about your home and ... » Learn More about Housing reports typically baffles people
Motto Mortgage, Re/Max’s mortgage brokerage enterprise
Many heavyweights in the real estate industry remember 1973 mainly because it was the year Dave Liniger founded the real estate franchisor Re/Max with his wife, Gail. Will 2016 be marked by future industry players for similar reasons? Today, Liniger and Re/Max announced the launch of Motto Mortgage, ... » Learn More about Motto Mortgage, Re/Max’s mortgage brokerage enterprise
The things that Really Makes Owners Wish to Move
Home owners entering the market are motivated to sell desiring either an upgrade or possibly a downsized home, finds a new survey conducted by realtor.com®. Home owners looking to move because of retirement or to lower their cost of living were the two biggest increases this current year in ... » Learn More about The things that Really Makes Owners Wish to Move
Suggestions for Buying A Home When You’re Self-Employed
Buying a home is a daunting process for everyone. With so much fine print to read through, options to consider and decisions to make, it’s not surprising we often hire somebody to help us with the process. If you’re self-employed, you could possibly face even more challenges with loans, deductions ... » Learn More about Suggestions for Buying A Home When You’re Self-Employed