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What is Commercial Real Estate An Tips to Succeed

Commercial real estate is a lucrative and ever-growing industry, with no shortage of opportunities for those who are willing to put in the work. But what exactly is commercial real estate and how can you succeed in it?

How to Do Real Estate Marketing. Tips to Execute it Successfully

Real Estate Marketing is a complex and ever-evolving process. From leveraging social media to building relationships with local influencers, there are plenty of opportunities to increase visibility and build relationships that result in more sales.

What is a Real Estate Brokerage?

Real estate brokerage is a business that brings together real estate buyers and sellers and facilitates the sale of property.

Real Estate Broker Salary And Tips to Increase It

Now that you’re officially a broker, what kind of salary can you expect? According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the median annual wage for real estate brokers in 2019 was $59,720

How To Become a Real Estate Agent and Tips to Be a Successful One

Becoming a successful real estate agent is no easy feat; however, with determination and hard work anything is possible! By following these steps and continuing to stay educated on industry trends, you can become a successful one.

What is a Real Estate Broker and Tips to be a Successful One

A real estate broker is an invaluable resource when it comes to finding the perfect home or property.

What NOT to do in an Open House as a Real Estate Agent

Open house is essential for real estate agents looking to attract potential buyers, but there are certain things you should NOT do

What Not to Fix When Selling a House

We’ll look at the top things you should avoid and what not to fix when selling a house. We'll also show you how to maximize the value of your house

Home Equity Line of Credit vs Loan: What the experts say

Experts agree there’s no chance of a large-scale foreclosure crisis like we saw back in 2008, and that’s good news for the housing market.

How To Get Real Estate Listings In The Winter Holidays

As you look ahead to see how to get real estate listings, your clients are likely making plans and thinking about what they want to achieve before the year ends

Current Housing Market Trends That Are Good News For Agents

While higher mortgage rates are creating affordability challenges for homebuyers this year, according to real estate agents around the globe, there is some good news for those people still looking to buy a home.

What Happens to Housing when There’s a Recession?

Since the 2008 housing bubble burst, the word recession strikes a stronger emotional chord than it ever did before. And while there’s some debate around whether we’re officially in a recession right now, the good news is experts say a recession today would likely be mild and the economy would rebound quickly.

Pre-Approval Is a Critical First Step on Your Homebuying Journey

If you’re planning to buy a home this year, one of the first steps on your journey is getting pre-approved. Especially in today’s market when mortgage rates are higher than they were just a few months ago, getting a mortgage pre-approval can be a game changer. Here’s why...

What’s Ahead for Home Prices?

As the housing market cools in response to the dramatic rise in mortgage rates, home price appreciation is cooling as well. And if you’re following along with headlines in the media, you’re probably seeing a wide range of opinions calling for everything from falling home prices to ongoing appreciation. But what’s true? What’s most likely to happen moving forward?

The Latest on Supply and Demand in Housing

Over the past two years, the substantial imbalance of low housing supply and high buyer demand pushed home sales and buyer competition to new heights. But this year, things are shifting as supply and demand reach an inflection point...

What Are Experts Saying About the Fall Housing Market?

The housing market is rapidly changing from the peak frenzy it saw over the past two years. That means you probably have questions about what your best move is if you’re thinking of buying or selling this fall.

Why You Should Consider Condos as Part of Your Home Search

The historically low inventory over the past few years led to challenges for many buyers trying to find a home that met their needs and their budget. If you’re in the same boat, you should know the recent shift in the housing market may have opened up doors for you to restart your search...

Top Reasons Homeowners Are Selling Their Houses Right Now

Some people believe there’s a group of homeowners who may be reluctant to sell their houses because they don’t want to lose the historically low mortgage rate they have on their current home. You may even have the same hesitation if you’re thinking about selling your house.

How Owning a Home Builds Your Net Worth

Owning a home is a major financial milestone and an achievement to take pride in. One major reason: the equity you build as a homeowner gives your net worth a big boost. And with high inflation right now, the link between owning your home and building your wealth is especially important.

What’s Actually Happening with Home Prices Today?

One of the biggest questions people are asking right now is: what’s happening with home prices? There are headlines about ongoing price appreciation, but at the same time, some sellers are reducing the price of their homes. That can feel confusing and makes it more difficult to get a clear picture.

What Sellers Need To Know in Today’s Housing Market

If you’re thinking about selling your house, you may have heard about the housing market slowing down in recent months. While it’s still a sellers’ market, the peak frenzy the market saw over the past two years has cooled some. If you’re asking yourself if you’ve missed your chance to sell your house and make a move, the good news is you haven’t – motivated buyers are still out there. But you do need to price your house right for today’s market. Here’s why.

The U.S. Homeownership Rate Is Growing

The desire to own a home is still strong today. In fact, according to the Census, the U.S. homeownership rate is on the rise. To illustrate the increase, the graph below shows the homeownership rate over the last year:

Why the Forbearance Program Changed the Housing Market

When the pandemic hit in 2020, many experts thought the housing market would crash. They feared job loss and economic uncertainty would lead to a wave of foreclosures similar to when the housing bubble burst over a decade ago. Thankfully, the forbearance program changed that. It provided much-needed relief for homeowners so a foreclosure crisis wouldn’t happen again. Here’s why forbearance worked...

Why Are People Moving Today?

Buying a home is a major life decision. That’s true whether you’re purchasing for the first time or selling your house to fuel a move. And if you’re planning to buy a home, you might be hearing about today’s shifting market and wondering what it means for you.

What’s Causing Ongoing Home Price Appreciation?

If you’re thinking about making a move, you probably want to know what’s going to happen to home prices for the rest of the year. While experts say price growth will moderate due to the shifting market, ongoing appreciation is expected. That means home prices won’t fall. Here’s a look at two key reasons experts forecast continued price growth: supply and demand.

NEWS: Residential Rents Nationwide Rise 14 Percent Annually in June

According to the National property broker Redfin, the average residential rent across the country has risen; however, it has been the smallest rise since October 2021.

Why Pre-Approval Is a Game Changer for Homebuyers

If you’re planning to buy a home this year, you might have heard that pre-approval is a necessary step to take before starting out on your journey. But why is that? And is it still important in today’s shifting market?

NEWS: Sun Belt, Coastal U.S. Cities Multifamily Rent Gaps Narrow in 2022

Over decades the pricing gap between rental prices of properties in coastal cities and Sun Belt markets has been quite significant. Although that gap has been decreasing over the years since 2012 there has been a significant drop.

Expert Housing Market Forecasts for the Second Half of the Year

The housing market is at a turning point, and if you’re thinking of buying or selling a home, that may leave you wondering: is it still a good time to buy a home? Should I make a move this year? To help answer those questions, let’s turn to the experts for projections on what the second half of the year holds for residential real estate.

NEWS: Homes With Slate Blue or Black Front Doors Sell for $6,449 More, Says Zillow

Recent research conducted by Zillow indicates some factors that determine price valuation across the country.

Homeownership Could Be in Reach with Down Payment Assistance Programs

A recent survey from Bankrate asks prospective buyers to identify the biggest obstacles in their homebuying journey. It found that 36% of those polled said saving for a down payment is one of their primary hurdles to buying a home.

NEWS: Home Building Growth Slowing in Many Large U.S. Suburbs

As the real estate market is finally reaching a slow-down, that is reflecting on the pace of home building across the country. 

NEWS: U.S. Mortgage Lending Dives 32 Percent in Q1, Fastest Decline in 8 Years

The hectic real estate market for residential properties keeps bringing more and more shocking data. This time, very significant decrease findings in mortgage lending.

Why the Growing Number of Homes for Sale Is Good for Your Move Up

Are you thinking about selling your current home? If so, the biggest question on your mind may be: if I sell now, where will I go? If this resonates with you, there’s something you should know...

Why Home Loans Today Aren’t What They Were in the Past

In today’s housing market, many are beginning to wonder if we’re returning to the riskier lending habits and borrowing options that led to the housing crash 15 years ago. Let’s ease those concerns.

Why Summer Is a Great Time To Buy a Vacation Home

Now that summer is just around the corner, it’s worthwhile to start thinking about your plans and where you want to spend your vacations this year. Here are a few reasons a vacation home could be right for you.

NEWS: Covid Driven Vacation Home Boom in America Now Ending in 2022

The post-covid trend of purchasing more vacation houses has finally started to decrease for a second month in a row.

NEWS: U.S. New Home Sales Dive Almost 30 percent Year-Over-Year in April

Although the competition has been fierce during these past months, studies show that the New-Home sales has finally started to dive.

How Buying or Selling a Home Benefits the Economy and Your Community

If you’re thinking of buying or selling a home, chances are you’re focusing on the many extraordinary ways it’ll change your life. But do you know it has a large impact on your community too?

The One Thing Every Homeowner Needs To Know About a Recession

A recession does not equal a housing crisis. That’s one thing that every homeowner today needs to know. Everywhere you look, experts are warning we could be heading toward a recession, and if true, an economic slowdown doesn’t mean homes will lose value.

Why Rising Mortgage Rates Push Buyers off the Fence

If you’re thinking about buying a home, you’ve probably heard mortgage rates are rising and have wondered what that means for you. Since mortgage rates have increased over two percentage points this year, it’s natural to think about how this will impact your homeownership plans.

NEWS: Mortgage Applications Increase in Mid-May Across the U.S.

Apparently this high demand for housing just continues to rise, statistic findings showing another peak during this month.

NEWS: National Association of Home Builders Reacts to President Biden's Plan to Ease Housing Affordability Crisis

In sight of the current housing crisis, The NAHB share their thoughts on this matter agreeing that an urgent action must be taken. 

NEWS: Residential Rent Growth Extends Record-Breaking Streak in 2022

The Single-Family rent index shows that the pricing has hit another historical high

Will Home Prices Fall This Year? Here’s What Experts Say.

Many people are wondering: will home prices fall this year? Whether you’re a potential homebuyer, seller, or both, the answer to this question matters to you. Let’s break down what’s happening with home prices, where experts say they’re headed, and how this impacts your homeownership goals.

Are There More Homes Coming to the Market?

According to a recent survey from the National Association of Realtors (NAR), one of the top challenges buyers face in today’s housing market is finding a home that meets their needs. If you’re looking to buy a home, you may have noticed this yourself. But there is good news

Your House Could Be Closer to List-Ready Than You Think

One of the biggest concerns for a homeowner looking to sell is the time they’ll have to put in before listing their house. If that’s the case for you, you should know – your home might be closer to list-ready than you think in today’s housing market.

NEWS: America's Homebuyer Competition Drops for First Time in 6 Months

According to one the latest reports by Redfin, the prices on housing competition has finally shown a decrease on a month-to-month basis since September 2021

How Homeownership Can Help Shield You from Inflation

If you’re following along with the news today, you’ve likely heard about rising inflation. You’re also likely feeling the impact in your day-to-day life as prices go up for gas, groceries, and more. These rising consumer costs can put a pinch on your wallet and make you re-evaluate any big purchases you have planned to ensure they’re still worthwhile