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Benefits of Investing in New Construction Real Estate

Norada Real Estate

When it comes to investing in residential real estate, there are only two basic types of property you can invest in – new construction and resale. New construction properties are those that are purchased directly from the builder or developer who constructed the property. In short, they are considered brand new.

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Opinion: How did homeowners get into home equity prison?

Housing Wire

of outstanding debt was in some stage of delinquency, up by 0.1 For those individuals that are considering selling in the current real estate market , it is important to stress to them that they have several paths that can be taken to find their new home while also not breaking the bank. As of December 31, 2023, 3.1%

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How Smart Investors Decipher & Respond to Real Estate Market Cycles

The Close

Therefore, in this article we will explore common real estate market cycles and the indicators you can look for to better understand which market stage your area is in. 8 Stages of Real Estate Market Cycles. While I generally agree with this, I break market cycles down into eight stages to make them easier to follow.

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Lawrence Yun’s Real Estate Market Forecast (and why he called out the Fed)

Broke Agent Media

Lawrence Yun, NAR’s Chief Economist, took to the stage to discuss the current real estate market, and what he forecasts for the residential and commercial real estate markets. Aggressive rate hikes have hurt both regional banks and the housing market, Yun explained, and inflation is starting to calm, even while rent prices remain high.

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Why an Economic Downturn Represents the Best Time to Invest in Real Estate

The Close

Distressed properties include homes that have been neglected for years, have fire or flood damage, and bank-owned homes with no plumbing (because the copper was stolen). Here’s why: Fewer Financing Options Graph via Federal Reserve Bank of St. Since then, new construction has continued to trail behind demand.

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Things Builders Should Know About Spec Home Loans

Realty Biz

Development financing for larger new construction projects and alternative financing approaches should also be considered. Non-conventional financing solutions, such as loans based on bank statements or income-based loans, may also be viable options.

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Buy the Worst House in a Nice Neighborhood

Realty Biz

But you shouldn’t plan to make a 1,200 square foot addition or all of your savings will go into the new construction. A home in a moderate stage of disrepair, but you love the neighborhood, and the house has a certain charm. It could be your entry into a $425,000 neighborhood for $325,000.

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