Marco Santarelli

MAY 30, 2024

The US housing market continues to evolve , with a growing presence of institutional investors in the single-family rental space. As foreclosure rates have declined, these large-scale investors have adopted new strategies to acquire properties. Big Investors Set Their Sights on Sunbelt Rentals According to the U.S.

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Marco Santarelli

APRIL 21, 2025

Get pre-approved: Know how much you can afford before you start looking. Factors like low inventory, rising construction costs, and demographic trends will continue to play a role in shaping the market's future. However, it's crucial to: Do your research: Understand the local market conditions and why prices are declining.

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Marco Santarelli

MARCH 20, 2025

As per reports, the East Coast markets have not yet recovered to pre-pandemic levels, which keeps the market pace snappy. Limited Space: Coastal cities often have limited space for new construction, leading to a shortage of housing and increased competition. Although the price is relatively high, homes are selling quickly.

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Propmodo

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

NDC’s challenges stemmed from rising construction costs, labor shortages, and navigating the maze of D.C.’s The company also faced other hurdles, from prolonged delays in securing city approvals for new projects to a cooling local real estate market and fierce competition for every scrap of available land.

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Marco Santarelli

JANUARY 7, 2025

On the flip side, Memphis experienced the largest drop, plummeting 30 spots as new home construction has outweighed the low job growth in the area. What This Means for You Whether you're a seasoned investor or a first-time homebuyer, this information matters. These markets are worth exploring.

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Toronto Realty Blog

JULY 11, 2024

Not so much in terms of my memories and experiences, but rather conversations and explanations that we had many, many years ago about the utterly ridiculous system of “occupancy” that occurs in the pre-construction world. Many pre-construction buyers have no idea how this works, and many are caught off guard.

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Marco Santarelli

MAY 12, 2025

Others might be experiencing a slowdown in retiree demand or an increase in new construction finally catching up. My advice: Get pre-approved for a mortgage so you know your budget. For Investors: Opportunities May Emerge: A correcting market can present buying opportunities for long-term investors.

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Marco Santarelli

JUNE 23, 2024

Mortgage Rates May Dip While mortgage rates remain elevated compared to pre-pandemic levels, there are signs that they may start to come down. Carefully considering their financial situation, getting pre-approved for a mortgage, and working with a qualified real estate agent will be crucial for success in this evolving market.

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Realty Biz

AUGUST 3, 2023

It combines the benefits of cutting-edge technology with practical application in home remodeling and construction. Prepare Construction Documents : If working with professionals, create documents to guide construction. Project Management : Coordinating with contractors and managing the construction phase.

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Marco Santarelli

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Construction hasn't been able to keep up with job creation, tightening the market considerably. New Construction Lag: The construction industry is struggling to keep pace with the demand, as Zillows chief economist Skylar Olsen pointed out. Limited Housing Supply: This is the classic economic squeeze.

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Toronto Realty Blog

MAY 27, 2024

I want you to think, for a moment, of the Toronto real estate market and construction industry as a field of fictional Tiberium in Command & Conquer. It is 552,857 new homes constructed every year for seven consecutive years, in a country that already struggles to build half that each year. Think about that, for a moment.

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The Mortgage Report

JUNE 9, 2025

Getting Pre-Approved Down Payment Assistance Buying With Low Credit Buying With Low Income Buying With A Disability Who Has The Best Mortgage Rates? How have recent tariffs on construction materials affected the costs of building and maintaining properties? How Much Home Can I Afford? Yes, prices rose about 3.4%

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Realty Biz

JUNE 14, 2023

Fortune International Group and Château Group have successfully reached a utility agreement, enabling the commencement of construction for the St. As the demand for luxury condos in Miami is rising, national and foreign investors are very much interested in purchasing pre-construction condos, and the twin towers of St.

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Marco Santarelli

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024

Higher rates can greatly affect monthly payments and overall affordability, making it vital for buyers to pre-qualify for mortgages to ascertain their true budget. Geographical Constraints : The Bay Area's geographical layout, surrounded by water and hills, restricts land availability for new construction.

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Marco Santarelli

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

A housing bubble is a period marked by an unusual spike in housing prices fueled by high demand and low supply , speculation by investors, and exuberant spending. Speculative buying : Investors who are buying homes as investments, rather than as primary residences, are driving up demand and contributing to a housing bubble.

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Realty Biz

JUNE 16, 2023

in seed funding from several venture capital firms and angel investors, Propertymate announced it has rebranded as NewHomesMate and expanding to nine new markets, in addition to the preexistent Austin: Dallas, Houston, Orlando, Jacksonville, Tampa, San Antonio, Miami - Ft. Step six : Have you been pre-approved by a lender?

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Toronto Realty Blog

MARCH 25, 2022

The organization also criticized the First-Time Home Buyers Incentive program, a shared-equity program launched in September 2019 that offers five per cent toward the down payment for a first-time buyer’s purchase of an existing resale home, or 10 per cent for a newly constructed home. March 24, 2022. March 23, 2022. From the article: B.C.

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Real Trends

DECEMBER 12, 2022

I have clients who have been approved for a mortgage on a $200,000 property, but as rates have increased, they are now unable to afford what their monthly payment would be,” Stacy Pulliam, an Augusta, Georgia-based eXp Realty agent, said. “It Prediction 3: New construction will focus on multifamily rental properties.

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Toronto Realty Blog

DECEMBER 19, 2023

So without further adieu, here are the “Top Five Real Estate Stories Of 2023” as I see them: #5: Condos, Development, & Pre-Construction This “theme” or story has far-reaching implications; at least more so than what you might conclude simply from the title. Pre-Construction. Development.

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Marco Santarelli

APRIL 23, 2025

Get pre-approved: Know how much you can afford before you start looking. Factors like low inventory, rising construction costs, and demographic trends will continue to play a role in shaping the market's future. However, it's crucial to: Do your research: Understand the local market conditions and why prices are declining.

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Marco Santarelli

MAY 11, 2024

Local factors like job markets, industry presence, and the pace of new construction can significantly influence housing trends within a particular state or even a metropolitan area. Tight inventory, with a scarcity of homes available for purchase, and a strong investor market could act as buffers, preventing a significant price drop.

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HomeLight

JULY 25, 2022

And, even a home built with quality construction can fall into disrepair over decades or within an instant after a catastrophic weather event or other event tests or compromises its integrity. Even before the house goes on the market, some sellers pay for a pre-listing appraisal to gather information to help in pricing.

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HomeLight

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

Experienced investors and developers are often present at these trade-offs, making it easier to deal with problem properties,” he says. Mike McClung, a home construction expert and CEO of Integrity Cash Home Buyers in Norfolk, Virginia, notes that many of the homes that go to auction are foreclosed properties.

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Toronto Realty Blog

JANUARY 22, 2021

Let’s rewind… Back in October of 2017, a pre-construction, stupidly-named “Museum FLTS,” was cancelled. I wrote about this on my blog: November 13th, 2017: “Another Pre-Construction Condo Cancelled. As is often the case, the buyers involved cried afoul and tried to raise a stink.

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Point2Homes

OCTOBER 19, 2021

When looking for houses to flip , it’s important to think like an investor, not a homebuyer. Ideally, the property should be a modern construction, with three bedrooms and two bathrooms, in the middle to upper price range for the area it’s located in. Find a Property. The first thing you need to scout is a good location.

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HomeLight

MARCH 13, 2023

This demand for affordable housing sets the scene for real estate investors. The state’s landlord-friendly rules and regulations further encourage investors. New construction surge contributing to competition for buyers. These attract people to the city but also drive up home and rental prices. iBuyers see opportunity in Austin.

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Marco Santarelli

AUGUST 17, 2020

Some of these sites can help real estate investors as well who don't have much margin for error when their mistakes have multiple zeroes on the end. These websites provide a plethora of unique features, tools, data analytics, and automated software for real estate buyers, sellers, investors, and landlords.

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Marco Santarelli

AUGUST 2, 2020

Let us continue to explore the housing market trends — from pre-COVID-19 days until July. So they should take advantage of scooping up their favorite deals which otherwise are taken away by seasoned investors in the bidding wars. Under potential listings, there are about 12 Foreclosed and 2816 Pre-Foreclosure homes.

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HomeLight

AUGUST 31, 2021

For instance, it’s not suited for flippers or investors who don’t plan to live in the home after the purchase. Only lenders that have been approved by the FHA can offer 203(k) loans. All repairs must be planned, specified, and approved in advance. Completed repairs must be inspected by a HUD-approved inspector.

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Toronto Realty Blog

MARCH 21, 2022

There is nothing but land all around the outer GTA, areas that could use the added value of construction projects. Then along comes an application for a 9-storey building that ends up being approved at 7-storeys, or two storeys larger than the first. – Great news. Build out there. Why stop at 25-storeys, right?

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The Close

OCTOBER 13, 2020

As a part of his commission for the design and construction of the most famous Parisian landmark, Gustov Eiffel built and maintained ownership of a secret 1,000-square-foot apartment near the top of the Eiffel Tower. Mortgage Pre-approvals! There’s a Secret Apartment at the Top of the Eiffel Tower.

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Marco Santarelli

AUGUST 18, 2020

We will discuss the latest trends & prices and find out how they can affect the investors and homebuyers of Boston in the latter half of 2020. Throughout the Greater area of Boston, numerous investment properties are waiting to be revitalized by a wise investor. What is it doing to the Boston housing market?

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HomeLight

MARCH 13, 2023

Speed: One of the biggest benefits is a fast sale, as cash buyers are able to close the transaction quickly without the delays often associated with traditional home sales, such as waiting for financing approval or appraisal. Some investors provide at least a $30,000 earnest deposit, although it varies from one company to another.

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Marco Santarelli

AUGUST 9, 2020

Home construction was typically allowed to continue, as well. However, the sales are expected to remain below pre-COVID-19 levels while buyers and sellers feel more confident returning to the market in the re-opening phase. Yet this is a buying opportunity for investors who have financing. mortgage rate.

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Toronto Realty Blog

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

Most parking is built underground and, in the downtown, water tends to complicate the construction, said Lyall. “I Forty-six per cent — 473 of 1,033 — of development applications that received at least one approval in the fourth quarter of 2019 had parking below the minimum standard. purchase price), not relative cost (ie.

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The Close

MAY 28, 2025

FHA: 6% VA: 6.125% 620 Conventional mortgages FHA loans VA loans Jumbo loans USDA loans Investment property loans Construction loans Average turn time is 30 days Visit Pennymac *Rates can change on a daily basis. Bank Conventional: 6.9% Check with the provider for the latest rates. Minimum credit score requirement varies per loan program.

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A Student of the Real Estate Game

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

You need to understand the basics of construction, contracts, builder’s risk insurance etc. Construction costs are highly volatile and unpredictable. Carry large contingencies in your construction budget and maintain that margin of safety even after initial SD pricing. so you can at least ask the right questions.

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