While unemployment rates are low and the economy seems stable, nothing gives people more anxiety than buying or selling a home in any market, no matter how strong it seems. 2018 was a great year for buyers with interest rates staying low and property values steadily climbing, but what about 2019? If you are considering…
Commercial real estate can be a great career, but even the smartest investors in the game could use some helpful advice to keep the business going. Whether you specialize in residential properties such as apartments or bigger buildings such as offices or medical, there are conferences held all around the world that can offer great…
When looking for a home, most homebuyers, particularly first-time homebuyers, will be advised to first secure a promise of a loan from a traditional mortgage company. Basically what this means is that a bank or other financial institution takes a quick snapshot of your finances and estimates how much they will lend you. There are…
The early predictions for 2018 in the real estate market were that the market was expected to stay booming, even with interest rates steadily rising and housing inventory not great in many areas. First time home buyers were flocking to their real estate agents, securing their hard money loan financing and continuing in bidding wars…
The holidays are upon us, and even though real estate may be slowing down for the winter months, it’s never finished. Navigating a successful real estate business can be hard any time of the year, and sacrifices must always be made. However, this rewarding career is not without its perks such as a flexible schedule…
Selling your home can be difficult in even the most promising of markets, so having to do this daunting task during the holidays can turn anyone into a real grinch. However, the holiday market can be encouraging if you know how to market your home appropriately, and how to target homebuyers that are genuinely looking…
Fall has become one of the hottest times to search for a new home. Traditionally, spring is considered the best season, but with Autumn’s many advantages, home sellers and potential buyers are saturating the fall market like never before. However, with the holidays following soon after, there are definitely some drawbacks to making such a…
When looking for a new home, there’s more to consider than paint colors on the walls or backsplash tiles. The most important things to look for a new home are going to be the features that make your new home more efficient, stronger and also beautiful. Fortunately, with advances in building materials and style, simple…
The fall market may typically be one of the worst times to buy or sell a home, but that’s steadily been changing over the years. With cooler temperatures, less competition, and motivated sellers, more people are buying homes in the autumn than ever before. So where are the housing markets trending to make a high…
House flipping can seem like an exciting new venture, especially if you have the handy work skills to tackle a lot of the updating yourself. However, if you are new to the house flipping scene, there are several common mistakes you may be making that can turn your dream project into a nightmare. If you…