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Updated: 3 years 9 weeks ago
Wed, 11/10/2021 - 03:11
Stastica: 43% of TikTok users are age 30 and older, a good demographic for homebuyers. Benefits of TikTok ads include higher conversions and more website visitors.
Wed, 11/10/2021 - 03:11
The seller should disclose pending increases, but may be unaware. Ensure this info is being shared with residents, and only share the same info with applicants.
Tue, 11/09/2021 - 04:11
Study: A 20-city analysis found that downsizing to a smaller home can save retirees almost $200K over 10 years, assuming adult children have left the nest.
Tue, 11/09/2021 - 04:11
The Fed considers economic risks in its stability report – what could upend a solid, growing economy? Overall, it finds less to worry about than it did a year ago. However, it’s keeping an eye on COVID-19 breakouts, and it sees some risk in rising home and stock prices.
Tue, 11/09/2021 - 04:11
Soon, mobile devices with LiDAR Scanners (newer Apple products) can measure interior space, explore potential updates and schedule work. Flooring will be offered first.
Tue, 11/09/2021 - 04:11
On July 1, 2021, a new category of HOA records was added to the “not available to members” list – the names of visiting guests recorded by gated communities.
Tue, 11/09/2021 - 04:11
If marketing entices customers to make contact, an agent’s website should seal the deal. Most people will visit a website for more info before picking up the phone.
Tue, 11/09/2021 - 04:11
The 18K homes Zillow owns or will own under its cancelled iBuyer program will be sold, though the WSJ says many may be sold directly to single-family rental firms.
Mon, 11/08/2021 - 05:11
Is there a bigger lesson for iBuyers? Many analysts think it says more about Zillow and its iBuying operation than it does about iBuyer models overall.
Mon, 11/08/2021 - 04:11
Survey: For first-timers, it’s not just finding a house and putting in a winning bid, though that provides enough stress to deter some buyers from the market. 80% of first-timers lost at least two days off work, 39% faced down payment problems and 37% were outbid at least once.
Mon, 11/08/2021 - 04:11
The bill includes some long-term NAR goals, including expanding broadband access. But it’s concerned with ongoing GSE fees charged by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.
Mon, 11/08/2021 - 04:11
By using shell companies, crime money may buy real estate, or be “laundered” into a legitimate investment. But FinCEN forces S. Fla. buyers to identify themselves.
Mon, 11/08/2021 - 04:11
A pro-business law that allows residential owners to operate businesses out of their home may get clarification after an early applicant proposed an ammo-supply shop.
Mon, 11/08/2021 - 04:11
An accessory dwelling unit (ADU) can cost an average $180K, but extra space to rent out or use for family is in high demand in the shadow of rising rental prices.
Fri, 11/05/2021 - 04:11
Survey: “Commute time to work” may be less important to suburban buyers. After a year working from home, slightly over half say they now see some benefits.
Fri, 11/05/2021 - 04:11
More mortgage applicants will find it easier to get approved now that Freddie Mac joined Fannie Mae in making on-time rent payments a lending consideration. But each system is a bit different. Freddie says it will provide incentives to multifamily owners that automatically report on-time payments.
Fri, 11/05/2021 - 04:11
A Jacksonville-based firm connected investors with projects via crowdfunding, but a judge ruled it was fraud. The owner pleaded guilty and will serve 21 months in prison.
Fri, 11/05/2021 - 04:11
Also: Are email addresses confidential? A candidate running for the board asked current officers for a copy of every resident’s email address.
Fri, 11/05/2021 - 04:11
In Aug. the average renter of a $1,179 unit was paying 30.3% of their total income, or slightly above the percentage generally considered OK for “making ends meet.”
Fri, 11/05/2021 - 04:11
The inventory for homes smaller than 1,400-square feet has hit a 50-year low – and it’s the same record-low inventory eyed by many first-time buyers.
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