Rochester Real Estate

NOVEMBER 5, 2015

New Construction Final Walk-Through Checklist – Ensuring a Seamless Home Inspection A new construction final walk-through checklist is essential in inspecting a newly built home. By following this checklist, potential problems can be identified and addressed promptly, ensuring a smooth transition into the new home.

New Construction

BAM Media

JANUARY 4, 2025

Moving Costs : High costs associated with moving or paying rental brokersparticularly in cities like New Yorkdiscourage frequent relocations. New Construction Boom : A record number of new apartments hitting the market has kept rent growth in check, setting 2025 up as a renters market.

Construction

HomeLight

JULY 14, 2025

Letting natural light in helps replicate the feel of new construction homes — your top competition in many markets. Consider partial staging or light props: Even just a few styled pieces (like a rug and chair in the living room or a headboard and bedding in a primary bedroom) can help buyers connect with the space.

Staging

Marco Santarelli

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

I believe, and I have seen, that we need more innovative solutions, such as increasing density in transit-oriented areas and streamlining the permitting process for new construction, to address the affordability crisis effectively.

Marketing

HomeLight

APRIL 10, 2025

According to Yardi Matrix data analyzed by Point2Homes , nearly 110,000 new build-to-rent homes are currently in different stages of development across the country. Whats next for build-to-rent While the build-to-rent sector is still expanding, the pace of new construction could slow in the coming years.

Construction

Calculated Risk Real Estate

APRIL 3, 2025

Florida’s homeowners face some unique challenges: Back-to-back hurricanes, combined with rising property insurance costs, insurability challenges, slowing migration and new construction have combined to lower home prices in most major Florida markets. 6%), Austin, Texas (-5.6%), and Denver (-3.9%).

Mortgages

Marco Santarelli

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

New Construction Lag: The construction industry is struggling to keep pace with the demand, as Zillows chief economist Skylar Olsen pointed out. Consider Staging: Staging can help potential buyers visualize themselves living in your home. If you're looking to buy a home in Buffalo right now, brace yourself.

Marketing

Marco Santarelli

JANUARY 1, 2025

The Stage: Understanding the Predictions Entering the discussion about the 2025 real estate outlook requires a clear grasp of recent history. Increased Housing Inventory : A significant 11.7% increase in available homes is expected. Economic Influences : Overall economic growth will play a vital role in shaping market dynamics.

Mortgages

Marco Santarelli

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Consider New Construction: With new construction offering potential incentives, this could be a viable option. Prepare Your Home for Sale: Make sure your home is clean, well-maintained, and staged to appeal to buyers. Be Ready for Multiple Offers: In a hot market, it's not uncommon to receive multiple offers.

Marketing

Marco Santarelli

MARCH 20, 2025

Limited Space: Coastal cities often have limited space for new construction, leading to a shortage of housing and increased competition. Make sure your home is clean, well-maintained, and attractively staged. Make Your Home Show Ready: First impressions matter.

Pre-approval

GeekEstate

MAY 14, 2025

Guest House : helps real estate professionals get listings to market faster and generate a higher return by automating home preparation through a suite of services including staging, photography, cleaning and moving.

MLS

Marco Santarelli

JUNE 19, 2025

million new jobs in 2025 will bolster housing demand. These trends set the stage for 2026, offering a glimpse into how the market might evolve. On the flip side, a significant boost in new construction—spurred by 2025’s sales rebound—might ease supply constraints slightly, moderating price growth in some regions.

Marketing

Rochester Real Estate

NOVEMBER 5, 2015

What To Expect From Your Listing Agent Why For Sale By Owners (FSBOs) Fail Blog Featured Articles Home Buying Home Selling LOCAL Rochester NY Articles Should I Build A New Home Or Buy An Existing Home? Depending on the location of the new construction, weather can often add time to the number of days it takes for a new home to be built.

New Construction

Inman

APRIL 11, 2025

Inman's tech expert Craig Rowe reviews Virtuo, software that brings together homebuilders, agents and buyers into a single ecosystem to ensure every stage of the purchase process remains connected.

Staging

Marco Santarelli

MAY 12, 2025

Others might be experiencing a slowdown in retiree demand or an increase in new construction finally catching up. Invest in staging, good photography, and address any deferred maintenance. It's likely a mix of reasons. Some may have seen prices get particularly ahead of local incomes. Be prepared for that.

Marketing

Marco Santarelli

MARCH 29, 2025

Creating Stunning Visuals with AI-Powered Virtual Staging and Image Enhancement: First impressions are crucial in real estate, and high-quality visuals are non-negotiable. Virtual staging AI can transform empty rooms into beautifully furnished spaces in seconds, helping potential buyers visualize themselves living in the home.

Marketing

Marco Santarelli

MARCH 22, 2025

Sellers in Overbuilt Markets: Areas with an oversupply of new construction or apartments may experience price declines and longer listing times. Stage Your Home: A well-staged home can make a big difference in attracting buyers. The dream of homeownership is being pushed further out of reach for many.

Marketing

Marco Santarelli

JUNE 27, 2025

Housing Market Predictions Home Sales Growth : Data from various sources suggest significant increases in home and new construction sales in 2025. Existing home sales are expected to rise by 6% , while new home sales could see a 10% increase. This potential influx of buyers may lead to a more competitive market.

Mortgages

Inman

JULY 30, 2025

Strategic, experienced and caring, find out what Susan Katz has learned during her 30-plus years in the real estate business and how she puts it to work for her clients.

New Construction

Norada Real Estate

JUNE 27, 2025

Housing Market Predictions Home Sales Growth : Data from various sources suggest significant increases in home and new construction sales in 2025. Existing home sales are expected to rise by 6% , while new home sales could see a 10% increase. This potential influx of buyers may lead to a more competitive market.

Mortgages

Rochester Real Estate

NOVEMBER 5, 2015

The best new construction advice is to ask to review the warranty early on. Importance of builders’ warranty when buying a new home A builder’s warranty is essential when purchasing a new or recently constructed home. Final Thoughts When buying new construction, it is always wise to review the warranty.

Purchase and sale agreement

Marco Santarelli

JUNE 17, 2025

House of Representatives on May 22, 2025, is setting the stage for a dramatic reshaping of the American economy, and the real estate market is squarely in its crosshairs. Imagine the impact on developers if they can immediately write off the full cost of certain new commercial buildings!

Marketing

BAM Media

APRIL 16, 2025

And we can’t get new construction to meet that demand. But its more nuanced than just price; its about perception, confidence, life stage, and access to financing. Zelmans critique is clear: Its not that we lack housing units, its that we lack homes people can actually afford. Affordability remains a major hurdle.

Agents

Luxury Real Estate Blog

JULY 7, 2025

Market timing, pricing strategy, staging, and a strong marketing plan are key. High-rise condos, single-family homes, new construction, and investment real estate. Begin by scheduling a consultation to determine your needs, goals, and pre-approval status. What should I know before selling my home in Atlanta?

Pre-approval

Marco Santarelli

MAY 22, 2025

This means that while the situation is improving, buyers still don't have the abundance of choices they once did, and this limited supply continues to put upward pressure on prices in many markets, especially in high-demand cities where new construction struggles to keep pace. Consider professional staging for the best results.

Marketing

Luxury Real Estate Blog

JULY 8, 2025

Every detail is managed with care—from pricing and staging to closing and beyond. Brookhaven offers luxury homes, townhomes, condos, and new construction options. Professional staging, high-resolution photos, SEO-optimized listings, and multi-channel marketing. What types of properties are in Brookhaven? Absolutely.

Staging

Luxury Real Estate Blog

JUNE 17, 2025

Expert Negotiation & Confidentiality Anthony's negotiation skills protect your interests at every stage of the transaction, ensuring smooth, discreet, and profitable closings for luxury clients. Anthony offers 40+ years of experience, market expertise, discretion, and results in Metro Atlanta’s high-end home market.

Staging

Luxury Real Estate Blog

JULY 8, 2025

You’ll find luxury estates, upscale townhomes, custom new construction, and modern condos. Professional photography, staging guidance, digital marketing, and top-tier MLS exposure. Anthony Acosta, a seasoned broker with over two decades of success in Sandy Springs and beyond. What types of homes are in Sandy Springs? Absolutely.

MLS

Redfin

MAY 5, 2025

Zoning laws have limited new construction In many regions, WWII-era single-family zoning laws have limited the ability to build enough housing units. Highlight the best features: Buyers are cautious and often prefer turnkey homes, so small repairs, fresh paint, and staging can make a big difference.

Closing costs

Housing Wire

OCTOBER 18, 2024

With homebuilders completing more homes in their backlog and 5-unit permits basically at recessionary levels, we are at the stage where policy is going to impact the future supply of shelter. This has been so confusing for the American consumer that CNBC asked me to talk about this topic today. Let’s take a look at the report.

Construction

Housing Wire

OCTOBER 18, 2024

The number of housing units that came online in September showed a big year-over-year jump, but data on earlier stages of construction suggest not much is coming through the pipeline. That’s according to monthly data on new residential construction from the U.S. But housing completions rose 14.6% month over month.

Construction

Housing Wire

MAY 25, 2022

The real estate industry is in the stages of a seismic shift to fully digital experiences. A new generation of digitally native homebuyers and sellers are expecting online experiences , in every type of transaction, and more convenient and seamless ways to find, tour, purchase, and sell homes on their own terms.

New Construction

Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Yun took the stage on Tuesday at NAR NXT , the trade group’s annual conference in Anaheim, California. Meanwhile, he counts on home builders to ramp up new construction, as the existing-home inventory shortage lifts demand for new homes. In 2023, new-home sales are up 5% year to date, Yun said.

Sales

Housing Wire

JUNE 8, 2023

Gonzalez is taking the stage for, “Strategy and Operations Tactics from the Top,” on Tuesday, October 10. Joining Gonzalez on stage is a power-packed group of female leaders who not only specialize in but also are pros when it comes to change management. Her biggest piece of advice for mortgage leaders in this market? “Be

Staging

Housing Wire

MAY 16, 2023

“New home construction is taking on an increased role in the marketplace because many home owners with loans well below current mortgage rates are electing to stay put, and this is keeping the supply of existing homes at a very low level ,” Alicia Huey, the NAHB chair, said in a statement. That share from 2000-2019 was a 12.7%

New Construction

Housing Wire

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

While rent growth was positive in January, it remains a far cry from the double-digit growth recorded during the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic. The Midwest and the Northeast offered the most growth in rents because there has not been as much new construction in these regions. The median U.S. Rent prices grew by 2.3%

Construction

Housing Wire

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Builders are starting to realize that the real profit margin in new construction is in the upgrades that buyers choose ,” he said. Homebuilder partnerships From a homebuilder’s perspective, the value proposition of H4P is very evident as long as the product is properly explained, Kirksey said.

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