Despite mortgage rates reaching a two-year high a week ago, home buyers say the increased rates aren't scaring them away from their real estate search, in accordance with a new Redfin survey. Only 2.6% of respondents to the survey say they have chose to postpone their search since rates rose above ... » Learn More about Increased Rates Fail to Discourage Buyers
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First-Timers Don’t seem to be Backing Down Yet
Higher rates on mortgages and home prices aren’t causing first-time buyers to back down yet. Those new to the home-purchase game comprised 32% of the market in November, up from a 30 % share a year ago, in accordance with the National Association of REALTORS®’ latest housing ... » Learn More about First-Timers Don’t seem to be Backing Down Yet
Children’s Study Areas Which get an A+
In this digital age, finding a spot for children to do their homework and study is usually a tough assignment. Forget the kitchen table. Kitchens, which now often function as gathering, entertaining and play spaces, are getting busier, making it difficult to do focused schoolwork. The dining table, ... » Learn More about Children’s Study Areas Which get an A+
Intelligent Procedures to Speed Up the Sale of Your Home
Finding a buyer for the home you’re selling can get frustrating at times. In fact, even when you’ve found a qualified buyer, the selling process might be painstakingly long. This useful information shares 7 home selling procedures that can help speed up the sale. Intelligent ... » Learn More about Intelligent Procedures to Speed Up the Sale of Your Home
Buy vs. rent: Ownership still top in most Florida areas
ATTOM Data Solutions just-released 2017 Rental Affordability Report finds that it is cheaper to purchase a home than rent one in two out of three (66%) U.S. metro areas studied. The report found monthly house payments on a median-priced home - including mortgage, property taxes and insurance - is ... » Learn More about Buy vs. rent: Ownership still top in most Florida areas