HomeLight

AUGUST 26, 2020

Picture this: You’ve been in your home for a few months, and lately, it seems like you’re getting more and more junk mail encouraging you to refinance your mortgage. Real estate data and analytics company Black Knight estimated that the average buyer with a $300,000 mortgage could save $266 per month if they chose to refinance.

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HomeLight

JANUARY 27, 2021

Ready to hit the market, buy your dream home and conquer this whole homeownership thing? Wouldn’t it be great if you could find a massive list of real estate tips for buyers to help guide you through everything? Here’s what you need to know before buying a home. First time purchasing a home? Home financing.

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HomeLight

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer or a seasoned veteran of the real estate world, deciding on your down payment amount can sometimes be confusing. We’ve changed some names for the sake of privacy, but these are true stories from real people who’ve purchased homes in the last few years. A little background on the down payment.

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Windemere Buying

OCTOBER 18, 2021

Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer or have purchased a home before, the same mistakes can rear their head at any point in the buying process. By working closely with your agent , you can identify these pitfalls ahead of time and adjust accordingly. Here are ten common mistakes to avoid when buying a home.

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HomeLight

JANUARY 10, 2023

The median price of a California home hit $777,500 in November 2022 , which is a 3% decrease from the previous month, a sign that higher interest rates are slowing the real estate market in California. Moreover, homes are sitting on the market for longer and inventory is increasing. Can FSBO sellers post a yard sign?

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Redfin

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

The science behind climate change can be overwhelming and complex. So how can you take control and do your part to help slow the impact of climate change? While a lot of factors are out of our control, simple changes at home can decrease greenhouse gas emissions and reduce your carbon footprint. Shopping habits.

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Realty Biz

AUGUST 4, 2021

With each new dispensary a city adds, property values increase by $519 — so you can only imagine what Colorado’s property values look like today! . It’s also an incredibly lucrative opportunity for local and state governments to tap into a new source of tax revenues. Even REITs have tapped into the cannabis market.

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HomeLight

JANUARY 29, 2021

In 2020, the average American household spent $8,305 on home improvements — that’s almost the exact amount the average household has in their savings account , according to Bankrate’s recent analysis of data from the Federal Reserve. An overview of home renovation loan options. Home equity loan and HELOC. Construction loan.

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HomeLight

DECEMBER 30, 2021

Saving for a down payment to buy a house can feel like an insurmountable task. Between recurring monthly expenses, the costs of daily life, and paying down debt (which, statistically , most people in the United States carry in some form), it can feel like there’s just not enough money coming in to save for a house down payment.

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HomeLight

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

There isn’t a Wild West where you can claim a house anymore, but if you’re reading this, you’re probably considering buying a home. Here’s how you can think about this decision. Can you rent cheaply or live free somewhere? Quite a lot of modern America was populated by people searching for a piece of land of their own.

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HomeLight

OCTOBER 26, 2022

Known for being the land of presidents, the home of superman, and the creator of the deep dish pizza, Illinois certainly ranks as attractive for all types of homeowners. million people who call the state home! decline in homes sold compared to this time last year, properties are flying off the market. Take it from the 12.5

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HomeLight

FEBRUARY 23, 2021

Homes here have median price tags over $100,000 above the national average, and the real estate market is highly competitive. Potential buyers must have skilled, locally knowledgeable real estate agents to ensure sellers and brokers are interested. Bring ear plugs or covers for little ones as this venue can get pretty loud.

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GeekEstate

JANUARY 12, 2023

Well, the music has stopped and the chickens have come home to roost. Unprofitable companies can no longer hide behind a “grow at all costs” directorate. VCs comb the earth for high alpha opportunities where they can take calculated, concentrated risks on companies with asymmetric upside potential. PROPTECH TRENDS.

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The Close

AUGUST 24, 2020

Agents can do all their continuing education (CE) online now, from the comfort of their own home, and can take classes that can have a real positive impact on their business. These courses are affordable, easy to take online, and can have an actual impact on your business. No problem. Visit McKissock Learning.

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Realtor.com

DECEMBER 9, 2020

Voisin/The Washington Post via Getty Images President-elect Joe Biden has reportedly tapped U.S. Fudge will be charged with crafting housing policy to address the severe shortage of subsidized housing for the poorest Americans, combating racial discrimination in real estate, and assisting first-time buyers seeking mortgages.

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Realtor.com

OCTOBER 26, 2020

And how much can the huge housing differences across the nation tell us about how we got here—and where we’re going? ® analyzed internal data to come up with metrics for home and rental price, price appreciation, home size, and inventory. We took the age of homes and the homeownership rate from U.S. Red: $249,650*.

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