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Midwest housing markets good for first-time homebuyers: Zillow

Housing Wire

. “Attractive homes are moving fast, so those looking to buy this spring should get their finances in order now, including getting pre-approved for a home loan. The housing train is slowing down just enough to give more first-time buyers an opportunity to hop on board,” Divounguy said.

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5 tips for buying a home in a seller’s housing market

Housing Wire

Get pre-approved before beginning your home search. A mortgage pre-approval is non-negotiable in this environment. When faced with multiple bids, pre-approved ones are typically stand-outs, indicating a buyer is prepared, ready to buy and a safe bet to follow through with the deal. The long and short of it?

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Red-Hot Pre-Construction……….In Kitchener?

Toronto Realty Blog

Five people sent me pricing for new construction projects, but one in particular really, really stood out. ” This is actually very, very common in the pre-construction world. I just asked an agent in my office, “How much do you think pre-construction condos are selling for in Kitchener?”

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New Year, New Home? 9 Myths About Buying a New-Construction House That Actually Aren’t True

Realtor.com

While purchasing new construction is indeed different from purchasing previously owned property, many misconceptions abound about new builds. With that in mind, we’re here to set the record straight on some easily busted new-construction myths that just won’t quit. New construction homes are more expensive.

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6 strategies to get more from your MLS searches

Housing Wire

Look for new construction, even if your buyers don’t think they will like it. Your home for my pre-approved, highly motivated buyer clients who are looking only in 12 Trees and need at least 3 bedrooms. Change your strategy if they can’t or won’t compete. They may be surprised by how much they like it.

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Cleaning Up The Pre-Construction Condo Industry!

Toronto Realty Blog

I have been perhaps the harshest critic of the pre-construction condominium industry in Ontario over the past two decades. Some of you, reading this, have made money in pre-construction. I think I grew so disenfranchised with writing about the perils of pre-con that I finally stopped. I have no doubt about that.

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Miami's Latest Pre Construction: St. Regis Sunny Isles

Realty Biz

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.