Housing Wire

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

With increased equity available due to higher home prices, homeowners are turning to home equity products to renovate their existing homes or pay off high-interest credit card debt using their equity. Typically, to use a Home equity product, the property should be a residential home with sufficient equity in an area with reliable market data.

Equity

Housing Wire

APRIL 1, 2025

In 2024, a year in which single-family residential resale transactions were at a 29-year low , Compass outperformed. In Q4, the company reported a revenue increase of 26% year over year, reaching $1.4 billion, with transactions up by 24%. And for the full year, Compass achieved $5.6

Brokerage

Housing Wire

JUNE 10, 2025

Legacy, one of the few private lenders focused on Residential Transition Loans (RTL) for both business-purpose real estate investors and consumers, is offering flexible financing for homebuyers and homeowners to help them move quickly in the housing market.

Finance

Housing Wire

MAY 14, 2025

Real estate agent License or education required: Yes Average national salary: ~$86,000 Job description: The fundamental duties of a real estate agent are to assist individuals with buying, selling and renting residential and/or commercial properties. Interested in learning more?

Property Management

Fancy Pants Homes

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

An exclusive private residential community with no public access, Bay Point is bordered by Biscayne Bay and is located just minutes away from the best that Miami has to offer. The current owner purchased it in 2021 and recently completed an extensive renovation to freshen its interiors and add high-end finishes throughout.

Principal

The Close

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

You will find run-down homes for a good deal, renovate them quickly, and then profit when you sell. It’s a profitable venture, but having some DIY skills for repairs and renovations is essential. A turnkey property is fully renovated and ready to rent out, requiring minimal effort from the owner.

Property Management

C4D Crew

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Residential real estate, in particular, has seen major impacts as hybrid workers seek homes that fit a new lifestyle. The focus on lifestyle and amenities has prompted real estate investors and developers to consider nearby attractions and recreational facilities when building or renovating properties.

Industrial

Housing Wire

AUGUST 5, 2025

Instead, many are opting to renovate properties financed during the low-rate COVID era. billion in residential transitional loans (RTLs). The deal comes as elevated mortgage rates continue to discourage homeowners from moving. According to ICE Mortgage Technology ’s Andy Walden, U.S. homeowners now hold $11.6

Loans

The Close

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Simply put, it’s a residential building with more than one unit designed to house multiple families. Renovation costs: Depending on the property’s condition, you may need minor and/or significant renovations before renting it out. The longer renovations take, the higher your carrying costs will be.

Purchase and sale agreement

Luxury Real Estate Blog

JUNE 12, 2025

My husband and I own a residential contracting business, we build high end custom homes. The main thing she wanted in this renovation was for the entrance of the condo to stand out and say "wow" to guests who entered. I skethed out my ideas, created a design/ mood board and presented this to my client. She loved it!

Renovation

AAOA

JUNE 12, 2025

years (for residential) or 39 years (for commercial). If you: Own an investment property worth $100K+ Plan to hold for 3+ years Have meaningful tax exposure Recently renovated or acquired a building …then it’s worth running the numbers. It’s strategic, lives in the tax code, and it’s called cost segregation.

Investor

Redfin

JULY 9, 2025

These homes are typically sold by builders or developers and can be custom-builds, move-in-ready spec homes, or homes in new residential developments. Repairs, renovations, and maintenance These outdated systems could also need replacing, either immediately or soon, which can be both costly and time-intensive.

New Construction

BAM Media

JULY 22, 2025

He runs a construction company, Image 1 Construction, and previously hosted Going Home with Tyler Cameron , where he renovated homes in his hometown. Together, they’ve renovated multiple properties, some of which were so neglected they required 10 dumpsters just to clear out. They studied, invested, and showed up for clients.

Renovation

AAOA

MARCH 31, 2025

Multi-family : Apartment buildings or residential complexes. Development Manager Salary Range : $50,000 $140,000 Oversees new construction or property renovations. Commercial Property Categories REITs generally specialize in one or more categories of commercial real estate. Office : Corporate buildings and coworking spaces.

Commercial

The Close

DECEMBER 18, 2024

out of 5 Pricing & Structure: Cost: $39.99 ($1,800 value) Duration: 30 hours and lifetime access Format: On-demand video Requirements: Computer and internet access What Youll Learn Discover the fix-and-flip process , covering sourcing, funding, fix-and-flip analysis, renovation, and sales.

Commercial

AAOA

JUNE 12, 2025

As a residential property manager, your role bridges the gap between property owners and tenants, and how well you manage this connection can shape the experience of everyone involved. A newly renovated apartment with upgraded appliances can often command higher rent than an outdated one.

Property Management

Housing Wire

MARCH 28, 2025

Smart Data: Over 1 billion data points on residential and commercial real estate. Calculators: Estimate renovation and dwelling additions costs to assist in budget and investment strategies. Automated valuation model (AVM): Boosts client consultations by using its proprietary algorithms to accurately estimate home values.

MLS

Redfin

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Immediate repairs or renovations: Older homes or those requiring updates may necessitate additional investments post-purchase. Renovation costs can vary widely, with minor updates averaging around $19,514 and major overhauls reaching up to $87,474.

Debt-to-income ratio

Redfin

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Laurel District Laurel is a small residential and commercial neighborhood just south of the Dimond District. North Oakland is a mix of older and recently renovated homes, mainly single-and-multi-family homes, as well as condos and apartments. It’s a great area to explore local shops and grab a bite to eat.

Sales

AAOA

JANUARY 27, 2025

When buying a rental property, there are local price trends, zoning rules and vacancy rates to consider in addition to financing and renovation costs. It is extremely important for any residential investor to protect themself with high quality landlord insurance from a reputable company.

Property Management

Fancy Pants Homes

JANUARY 17, 2025

The condo is part of 279 Central Park West, a 24-story, full-service condo building designed by Costas Kondylis — a prolific architect who helped shape the New York skyline, designing over 85 buildings, particularly luxury buildings and residential skyscrapers.

Design

The Close

JULY 24, 2025

No single number fits every market, but industry consensus puts a “healthy” vacancy rate for residential rentals between 5% and 8%. Strategic planning: By tracking month-to-month or quarter-to-quarter trends, you can pinpoint seasonal slowdowns, test the impact of rent increases, and schedule renovations to maximize occupancy.

Investor

AAOA

MARCH 24, 2025

A multifamily unit refers to any property with more than one residential unit. They may face functional issues, have outdated designs, or require maintenance and renovations. Step 4: Renovate and Get Ready for Your Residents Once you ha ve closed on the house, it i s time to prepare it for your new resident s!

Property Management

Redfin

APRIL 23, 2025

Katie Brown, lead architectural designer of Hummingbird Home Renovation , always considers how lighting will enhance both function and atmosphere when deciding between kitchen lighting ideas. Planning lighting as a home builder/designer Lighting plays a unique role in home design, especially from a residential designers point of view.

Design

The Close

MARCH 11, 2025

Short-term FSBO Financing Options Short-term FSBO financing is ideal for investors who are navigating how to find for sale by owner homes and wish to acquire, renovate, and sell a property within a brief period. Rehab loans: Specifically designed to finance both the purchase and renovation of under-maintained properties.

Sales

AAOA

MAY 22, 2025

This key metric, used to assess the health of the residential real estate market, can be derived from data provided by the U.S. Consider renovating older units. What are the implications of high vacancy rates on the value of multifamily residential properties? What Does a High Vacancy Rate Indicate About a Rental Market?

Finance

Redfin

JULY 31, 2025

Future development: Check city planning or zoning websites for upcoming residential and commercial developments. Over time, this equity can help you upgrade to your next home, fund renovations, or bring more financial flexibility when life changes. >>Read: >>Read: How to Build Equity in Your Home 16.

Purchase and sale agreement

Redfin

JUNE 20, 2025

A condominium , or condo, is a privately owned unit within a larger residential building or community. Limited customization: Exterior modifications are typically prohibited, and interior renovations may require HOA approval. Landscaping projects to major renovations (within local zoning laws) are under your control.

Land

RIS Media

MARCH 10, 2025

The Residential Real Estate Council (RRC) has announced its 37th annual Sell-A-Bration conference, which will be held at the recently renovated Omni Nashville Hotel from March 17 to 19, 2025.

Renovation

The Close

APRIL 3, 2025

of purchase price and 100% of renovation cost RCN Capital is a private lender that offers a variety of loan programs for real estate investors. Loan to value and loan to cost ratios : Fix and flip loans usually cover the purchase price and renovation costs separately, so make sure you know what your out-of-pocket costs will be.

Loans

Brownstoner

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Contact Cara at caramia447 [at] gmail [dot] com A few decades back, carving up historic churches into residential units was all the rage in Brooklyn's brownstone belt. Got a project to propose for The Insider? Such conversions often resulted in awkward living spaces.

Residential

Luxury Real Estate Blog

JULY 29, 2025

Welcome to 705 Alomar Street—an exquisitely renovated retreat tucked away at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac in a peaceful residential setting in Ojai. In a town celebrated for its natural beauty and artistic soul, few homes strike the perfect balance between everyday functionality and elevated design.

Design

Fancy Pants Homes

MAY 27, 2025

Mountain Meadow is notable for being Gardner Daileys first residential commission, the first in a long career that would later cement him as one of Californias most respected modernist architects. It adds another 2,495 square feet of living space, with 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a full kitchen with double ovens, and a wood-burning fireplace.

Land

Redfin

AUGUST 5, 2025

Construction loans fund building residential (stick-built) homes, from land purchase to the finished product. What’s the difference between a construction loan and a renovation loan? On the other hand, a home renovation loan finances home repairs, renovations and remodels. What is a jumbo construction loan?

Construction

HomeLight

JULY 17, 2025

Co-ops are more common in cities like New York and often have stricter rules for purchasing, subletting, and renovations. Source: (Edit with AI/ Depositphotos) Duplex (multi-family home) A duplex is a residential building divided into two separate living units, each with its own entrance, kitchen, and living space.

Construction

The Living Room

JULY 8, 2025

Sunny, updated, and full of charm, this vintage SE Portland home offers incredible flexibility with zoning that allows for residential, commercial, or mixed-use. Located in the vibrant Lents neighborhood near the newly renovated Mt. The detached shop/outbuilding is perfect for bikes, gear, tools, or creative endeavors.

Commercial

Marco Santarelli

APRIL 9, 2025

This could involve renovations, upgrades, or even rezoning. Diversify your real estate portfolio by investing in different types of properties (residential, commercial, etc.) Here are some strategies that I believe are particularly effective: Focus on Value-Add Properties: Look for properties that have the potential for improvement.

Due diligence