Better Dwelling

NOVEMBER 24, 2022

Many Canadian mortgage borrowers are regretting walking into a low rate trap. Bank of Canada (BoC) data reveals a surge of borrowers over the past few years opting for variable rates. At the time, mortgage borrowers might have saved a few points over their fixed-rate peers. Now interest costs are making one of the most […]. The post Canadian Mortgage Borrowers Took The Bait, Now Their Costs Are Ripping Higher appeared first on Better Dwelling.

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Realty Biz

NOVEMBER 24, 2022

Like cell phones and Amazon, modern home security has come a long way since the 20th century. We no longer need to rely on the outdated systems our parents and grandparents used. In fact, we have it pretty good. Just like seven- to 10-day shipping is an anxiety of the past, leaving a key under the mat no longer has to be a compromise you make. Compromises are for relationships, not your home's safety.

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Tom Ferry

NOVEMBER 24, 2022

What really happens when you begin to practice gratitude? This week is a time when families are getting together to express how much they have to be grateful for in their lives. It’s a beautiful thing, but it also serves to highlight just how rarely we set aside time to do this. As often as […]. The post How to Practice Gratitude According to Science appeared first on Tom Ferry.

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Realty Biz

NOVEMBER 24, 2022

When it comes to interesting and quickly changing trends in the real estate industry, 2022 has definitely been a banner year. As we finish up Q4, let’s take a look at some of the latest trends and news that are currently impacting the real estate market. 1. Homeowners Associations are Growing in Popularity. If it seems like more communities than ever are part of a homeowners association (HOA), you are correct.

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Brownstoner

NOVEMBER 24, 2022

Editors note: This post originally ran in 2015 and has been updated. You can read the first post here. Thanksgiving in America has always been a rather strange combination of festival, food and frolic. We watch colorful parades in the morning, stuff ourselves in the afternoon and then retire to our… Read More > The post A Look Back at a 19th Century Brooklyn Thanksgiving appeared first on Brownstoner.

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Point2Homes

NOVEMBER 24, 2022

Whether you’re a first-time landlord or a tenant who has just found their ideal apartment , you may have come across the term prorated rate. Also known as pro-rata rent, it is simply rent that is calculated proportionately based on the actual number of days a tenant has occupied the unit. While it seems tricky at first, it’s actually quite an easy concept.

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Realtor.com

NOVEMBER 24, 2022

Realtor.com A stately, brick-front home in Farnham, VA, is the oldest property to hit the market this week on Realtor.com®. The four-bedroom Indian Banks estate sits prominently on 17 sprawling acres. It is here where a cousin of George Washington is said to have lived and the first U.S. president’s initials are inscribed on one of the bricks.

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Bigger Pockets

NOVEMBER 24, 2022

Inflation may have just peaked. And with it, mortgage rates could come crashing down sooner than economists expect. But what would cause a scenario like this, especially as the Federal […].

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Sotheby's International Real Estate

NOVEMBER 24, 2022

Charles Andrews – ONE Sotheby’s International Realty. It’s no exaggeration to say that Miami Beach is a marvel—a marvel of nature, culture, engineering and ingenuity. Barrier islands, some of which were man made, stretch between the radiant waters of Biscayne Bay and the turquoise tides of the Atlantic. They are home to some of the world’s finest resorts and residences, shopping and dining, and art, architecture, and design.

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Bigger Pockets

NOVEMBER 24, 2022

Tech stocks were slam dunk investments for the past decade. No matter what you invested in—Google, Facebook, Amazon, or even some obscure AI toaster company—you probably made decent returns. But, […].

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Realtor.com

NOVEMBER 24, 2022

Getty Images / Realtor.com Former Utah Jazz forward Andrei Kirilenko and his wife, Masha , are ready to part ways with their Los Angeles home. The 4,500-square-foot home on a half-acre lot in the tony neighborhood of Bel-Air is available for $5,290,000. The couple purchased the property in 2018 for $3,510,000, according to Realtor.com®. The couple also had another Bel-Air property, which was destroyed in the deadly Skirball fire in 2017.

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RISMedia

NOVEMBER 24, 2022

By Dixie Somers Whether you've found your dream home or you need to relocate quickly for a new job, being able to sell your home quickly can be a hassle–but it doesn't have to be. In fact, there are a few easy things that you can do to increase both the price and odds of […]. The post 5 Steps to Ease Your Home Selling Experience appeared first on RISMedia's Housecall.

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Realtor.com

NOVEMBER 24, 2022

BayEast / Realtor.com A beautifully preserved 2,318-square-foot home —with a big-league architectural pedigree—has quickly found its new owner. Kate E. McCaffrey and Julia Brady , with Compass, co-listed the Alameda, CA , property in October for $1,495,000. Designed by Julia Morgan , best known for her work on Hearst Castle, the home has been altered minimally from its original 1925 design.

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Mashvisor

NOVEMBER 24, 2022

Finding reliable real estate market data is crucial to your investment. Verify your sources well and only use accurate and updated information.

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NOVEMBER 24, 2022

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Realtor.com

NOVEMBER 24, 2022

HGTV Home renovation specialists Ben and Erin Napier have made quite a name for themselves on their hit HGTV show, “ Home Town ,” so we guess it’s no surprise that they’re expanding beyond reality shows. They’ve just starred in their first movie. A Hallmark movie, to be precise: On “A Christmas Open House,” the plot revolves around a single real estate agent in Atlanta named David and a professional home stager named Melissa as they attempt to prepare he

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McKissock

NOVEMBER 24, 2022

Here at McKissock, our Unlimited Learning Members enjoy 24/7 access to a wide variety of online resources for real estate appraisers. These include top-rated appraisal job aids, checklists, classes, webinars, and more. Below is a list of the most popular and highly-rated job aids added to our membership toolkit within the last 12–24 months. If you already have an Unlimited Learning Membership, you can access all of these appraisal job aids for free under the “Learning Library” tab in your member

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Mashvisor

NOVEMBER 24, 2022

Single-family housing starts fell more than expected in Q3 2022, forcing developers to brace themselves for more declines in the next few weeks.

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Speaker: Sarah Santa Ana, Real Estate Coach, Move4Free Realty

Networking is one of the crucial elements in every real estate organization's success. Both agents and real estate companies need to maintain robust networking links. This is why social media is essential for any real estate professional! Social media enables you to stay in touch with your present clients, maintain connections with your past clients, and engage potential customers and investors.

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