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What Is a HUD Home? Are the Savings Worth the Risks?

HomeLight

The brief answer is that these government-owned homes become available anytime a purchaser defaults on an FHA-insured loan, sending the property into foreclosure. The buyer must work with a HUD-approved real estate agent/broker for all bidding (HUD homes are sold at auction). Source: (Jeremy Yap / Unsplash). What is HUD?

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Government Websites, Real Estate Agents, A Drive around the Block, And More Ways to Find REO Homes in Your Area

HomeLight

If you’re in the market for real estate, either as an investment or a residence, REO (which stands for “real estate owned” also known as “bank owned”), homes can offer you a deal, but without the hassle of dealing with a foreclosure auction. Source: (Roger Starnes Sr / Unsplash). What is an REO home?

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Buying Foreclosed Homes for Dummies in 11 Steps Even You (Yes, You!) Can Do

HomeLight

Generally, lenders will take much less than top dollar for a foreclosure, which is good news for anyone looking to score a deal on real estate. Mary Stewart in Sugar Land , Texas, is in the top 1% of agents in her area for successfully selling homes. Is buying a foreclosed house for dummies a hack that would work for you?

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12 profitable real estate niches to explore now

Real Trends

It can be difficult to predict what’s next in real estate, but one of the best ways real estate agents can protect themselves from dramatic fluctuations in the market is to find a niche. Another possible niche is buyers who need creative financing, such as rent-to-own financing or owner financing.

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Charlotte Real Estate Market & Investment Overview 2021

Marco Santarelli

Until March 2020 the real estate sales were going steady in the entire Charlotte Metropolitan Statistical Area. Analyzing real estate data from multiple sources gives us a much broader perspective of the direction in which a market is moving. As you can see the Charlotte real estate market isn't cooling off as yet.

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Philadelphia Real Estate Market & Investment Overview 2021

Marco Santarelli

If you are looking at buying real estate in Philadelphia in 2021, you must read until the end. Philadelphia is a hot seller's real estate market by all housing indicators. PHILADEPHIA IS A SELLER’S REAL ESTATE MARKET. Housing data by Bright MLS, Inc. While it is deemed reliable, it is not guaranteed.

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131 Real Estate Terms & Definitions Your Clients Expect You to Know in 2023

The Close

And now we present the 131 real estate terms you need to know—and be able to define for clients—in 2023: 1031 Exchange. If you want to work with real estate investor clients, read our own Sean Moudry’s simple, yet thorough run down: “ How to Explain 1031 Exchange Rules to Your Clients.” Adjustment date.