Over the past decade, homebuyers have embraced multigenerational living. A recent study found that 1 in 5 American households have multiple generations living in the same space. The reasons for multigenerational households are as varied as the families who live together under one roof: financial stability, affordability, assistance with childcare, and in-home care for aging […]
America’s 10 Hottest Real Estate Markets
If you’ve been paying attention to real estate trends, you’ve probably heard that many markets are slowing. Some experts even predict a housing recession beginning in 2020, thanks to rising interest rates and monetary policy. However, many American markets are still seeing record growth. We’ve uncovered the ten hottest real estate markets in the first […]
The Homeowners Association: Pros and Cons of HOAs
It’s always a top consideration when buying a home: HOA, or no HOA? Homeowners Associations offer many benefits to homeowners, but they also come with some downfalls. Here, we look at reasons to embrace – or avoid – a neighborhood HOA. What is a Homeowners Association? Simply stated, a Homeowners Association, or HOA, is a […]
Understanding Real Estate Terms: What is Earnest Money?
The home buying process can be a complicated ordeal, especially for the first-time homebuyer. There are stacks of paperwork to sign, dozens of financial forms to fill out, and the seemingly foreign language of real estate terminology to navigate. It can be confusing. One of the terms you’ll hear is “earnest money.” What is it, […]
Tips for Realtors Selling Luxury Real Estate
Breaking into the luxury home market It’s the holy grail for many Realtors: working with ultra-affluent clients who are buying and selling luxury homes. Whether you’re selling luxury real estate regularly or hope to break into the market soon, we’ll give you the tips you need to be successful. What constitutes luxury real estate? No […]
8 Ways to Save for a Down Payment
If you’re one of the millions of Americans hoping to buy a home soon, you are probably searching for ways to save for your down payment. A more substantial down payment can save you money in several ways: Lower interest rates and access to better loan programs. Lower monthly payments. Less interest over the life […]