Redfin

APRIL 16, 2024

It’s less than Seattle, but you still need well over six figures. For many, buying a home in Portland is a dream come true, but it’s also important to know how it will impact your finances. For many, buying a home in Portland is a dream come true, but it’s also important to know how it will impact your finances.

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Redfin

APRIL 11, 2024

You need close to a six-figure income to buy a starter home. For many, buying a home in Las Vegas is a dream come true, but it’s also important to know how it will impact your finances. For many, buying a home in Las Vegas is a dream come true, but it’s also important to know how it will impact your finances.

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Redfin

APRIL 10, 2024

While you don’t quite need a six-figure salary, it comes close. For many, buying a home in Nashville is a dream come true, but it’s also important to know how it will impact your finances. How much income do you need to buy a starter home in Nashville? How much income do you need to buy a starter home in Nashville?

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Redfin

APRIL 12, 2024

For many, buying a home in Jacksonville is a dream come true, but it’s also important to know how it will impact your finances. For many, buying a home in Jacksonville is a dream come true, but it’s also important to know how it will impact your finances. How much income do you need to buy a starter home in Jacksonville?

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Redfin

APRIL 10, 2024

You now need a six-figure salary to afford a starter home in Phoenix. For many, buying a home in Phoenix is a dream come true, but it’s also important to know how it will impact your finances. How much income do you need to buy a starter home in Phoenix? Check out our original report for a detailed nationwide analysis.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 25, 2022

In total, Homepoint said the cost reductions made in the second quarter alone should result in $31 million in savings on an annualized basis. Homepoint is in a tough spot. Like its peers, the wholesale lender’s origination volume has plunged over the past year due to a dearth of refinancings and a sluggish purchase market.

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Realtor.com

JANUARY 25, 2022

Getty Images Buying a home is very likely the largest and most important purchase you will ever make—and the prospect may seem more daunting today than ever. Odds are, you’ve heard that the housing market is blazingly hot right now. In other words, waiting could cost you even more. How much do you need for a down payment?

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Toronto Realty Blog

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

What’s the best film trilogy of all time? Many of you are going to say Lord of The Rings , and that’s fair, although I consider that to be the same movie divided into three. The long-time TRB readers already know. Heck, even the newer readers should know. I know every line from that movie by heart.

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Toronto Realty Blog

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

I mean, I know that some occupations unfortunately go out of style. While some recent commenters here on Toronto Realty Blog might suggest that, whether it need to directly pertain to real estate, or not, it might be me who is the greatest hype man of all time. You know who I’m talking about. I know my place.

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HomeLight

AUGUST 29, 2022

Whether you grew up in Texas, are relocating for work, or always dreamed of living in this affable state, it’s a great place to buy a house. Buyers from other areas, especially New York City or Los Angeles, are often pleasantly surprised by how much square footage and outdoor space you get when buying a house in Texas.

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HomeLight

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

Like many homeowners, you may have recently received an envelope or email informing you that your homeowners insurance rate has gone up. Perhaps you received such news with resignation, or perhaps you read the new premium with a knot in your gut. You’re not alone. According to Policygenius, around 90% of U.S.

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The Close

JANUARY 2, 2023

Are you wondering how to get a real estate license in Pennsylvania? If you’re at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or equivalent, you can launch a real estate career in Pennsylvania in a matter of months. Find a Broker to Hire You. Find a broker to hire you. Complete a 75-hour Prelicensing Course.

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HomeLight

DECEMBER 30, 2021

Determining where you should buy and what house you can afford are important early steps, but it’s all hypothetical until you sit down with a lender and start talking real numbers. There’s a lot to consider when buying a home. Unless you’re paying cash for your new home, you’ll need a mortgage loan.

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Toronto Realty Blog

OCTOBER 23, 2023

TorontoRealtyBlog What does it mean to be free ? I know, I know, you’re thinking, “Oh geez, what’s David about to go on about this time?” But what comes next ? Oh, I have to think we already know. ” Is this going to be a lecture on libertarianism? Well, alrighty-then.

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Realtor.com

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

Getty Images If you’re shopping for a new home now or are hoping to this spring, you probably feel your heart racing a little. “They know it’s important to purchase a home quickly.” The median home price nationwide is hovering 10% higher than a year earlier, at $375,000. “My Not much, at least not directly.

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The Close

APRIL 28, 2022

While losing a deal to a cash offer might not hurt as much as getting punched by Mike Tyson, it’s still frustrating for your buyers, and more work for you. After getting punched in the face a few times, you have to decide to either quit or come up with another strategy. Here’s how it works. Use a Cash Lender.

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Toronto Realty Blog

APRIL 13, 2022

Seriously, what a waste of paper and postage! And what was inside? All I could think about, of course, was what a wasted exercise this was. And once that’s completed, and the government has their money back, what will it have cost them? What an incredible waste of money. Why do we still mail these?

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The Close

AUGUST 18, 2022

Real estate prospecting letters—letters agents send to buyers, FSBO, FRBO and Expired listing homeowners—are still one of the best ways to generate leads in 2022. Here’s why: older homeowners respond very well to snail mail delivered by the good old USPS. 24 Best Expired Listing Scripts & Objection Handlers 2022.

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HomeLight

JUNE 13, 2022

Our Summer 2022 Top Agent Insights Survey is out now, and it shows how the real estate market is changing. If you’re not a listener, please listen to a couple episodes and then join. You won’t get much value out of the group if you’re not a Walkthrough listener.) About This Episode. Leave a Review.

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Toronto Realty Blog

AUGUST 31, 2022

What’s the best rental scam I’ve ever seen in practice? Well, I suppose it depends on how you define “best.” While I’m going to detail a rental scam that I witnessed, first-hand, earlier this year, first I need to regale you with the story of the truly “best” scam I’ve ever seen work.

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HomeLight

APRIL 29, 2022

HomeLight always advises that you check a company’s website for the most up-to-date information. If you’re planning to sell your home in 2022, you may be weighing the possibility of working with an iBuyer such as Offerpad and be curious to learn more about this option. What is Offerpad? Did you know?

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HomeLight

JULY 28, 2022

Whether you are looking to leave KC for suburban amenities or to return to an office headquartered elsewhere, you may be looking to uproot on a tight timeline. Whether you are looking to leave KC for suburban amenities or to return to an office headquartered elsewhere, you may be looking to uproot on a tight timeline.

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HomeLight

JUNE 13, 2022

You need to save up money for a down payment and closing costs (which are calculated as a portion of your purchase price), but home prices just keep going up — so when you finally reach your goal, you realize that the goalposts have moved, and the hill is even taller than you thought.

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Toronto Realty Blog

MARCH 4, 2024

TorontoRealtyBlog Did you hear about that NCAA swimmer who won gold in his race, in record time, but was disqualified? Tough one to swallow here. True story , and I’m not embellishing here. He wasn’t disqualified because of performance-enhancing drugs, nor did he wear flippers in the pool. Celebrating too early.

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Toronto Realty Blog

MAY 26, 2022

I literally just got off the phone with a client, to whom I said, “I’m having very honest, direct conversations with people these days, and I’m simply giving them the lay of the land, and letting them decide what they want to do. I would say that 7/10 of them are hearing me and in agreement…” She laughed.

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Toronto Realty Blog

JANUARY 5, 2023

Perhaps a better question: what did you get for Christmas? But my kids, on the other hand, wow, what a haul! Wait…… what in the world is a “Christmas Box?” Call that a “change in technology,” if you will, comparing 1986 to 2022, but the Christmas Boxes were a success!

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HomeLight

MARCH 31, 2022

The state has much to offer prospective homebuyers, whether you are looking for a home with property or want to settle down in the city. But buying a home can feel daunting and unachievable, especially if you are looking to purchase your first home. How much do you need to buy a house in Pennsylvania?

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The Close

MAY 15, 2023

They (and you) are not alone. But when we start to break it down, we can get some insight into what’s happening now, find some silver lining, and help our first-time homebuyers. Where Are We & How We Got Here: Spring 2023 Edition Inventory It’s not just you. So, what’s going on?

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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

MARCH 31, 2023

If you need assistance navigating the use of a bridge loan in California, HomeLight always encourages you to reach out to your own advisor. In this post, we’ll share expert insights on this unique financing solution and how you can put it to work for you. Get Started What is a bridge loan, in simple words?

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HomeLight

MARCH 22, 2022

Who doesn’t love the charm that popular Netflix shows (we’re looking at you, Outer Banks ) make us weep to call home? But the property prices in the state may make you weep for a different reason. Pairing that median price with an average down payment of 12% makes for an extra $21,000 that most of us don’t have.

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HomeLight

JUNE 30, 2022

It is one of the biggest decisions you will ever make, and you want everything to go just right. of Americans are homeowners as of April 2022. of Americans are homeowners as of April 2022. Are you ready to dive in? Know your credit score and legal standing. Dos when buying a home.

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Toronto Realty Blog

JANUARY 6, 2022

Well, what can I say? Seriously, did you notice over Christmas that when your Smart TV boots up and shows you Netflix, Amazon, and Youtube, among others, there’s a special section for the “yule log? You were able to rest, relax, and recharge? What was the most eventful moment of my winter break?

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The Close

AUGUST 23, 2022

If you’re searching for a new, outside the box real estate lead generation idea to scale your business in 2022, the sheer number of options can be overwhelming. We also link out to 30+ deep-dive articles to help you learn more and apply our expertise to get more leads today. OK, let’s stop beating around the bush here.

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HomeLight

MARCH 31, 2023

DISCLAIMER: As a friendly reminder, this post is meant to answer the question, “What is a bridge loan?” If you need assistance navigating the use of a bridge loan, HomeLight always encourages you to reach out to your own advisor. Get Started What is a bridge loan, in simple words? Not always! Let’s dive in.

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HomeLight

MARCH 6, 2023

You may just want to consider a move to California’s Bay Area. People who live here love all the urban amenities, such as great public transportation, museums, art galleries, greenbelts, and parks — not to mention highly-ranked public and private schools. Looking to Buy Your Dream Home in the Bay Area?

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HomeLight

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

If you are considering flipping houses in California, HomeLight always encourages you to reach out to an advisor regarding your own situation. According to the 2023 Housing Market Forecast put out by the California Association of Realtors, California’s median home price is predicted to go down 8.8 percent in 2023.

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