Why it's Hard to Buy a House in 2022
Ask anyone you know trying to buy a house right now and you will get the same answer: it is nearly impossible to get what you are looking for.
Repair ROI
WHEN it comes to selling your home, you have a choice – to improve it or sell it as it is.
It can seem disingenuous to spend money on improving your home as you plan to move out – after all, why not let the new owners get it the way they want it?
Should You Buy A Home With No Money Down?
If you've been trying to save up for a down payment on a home, you understand just how daunting this task can seem. In moments of frustration, you may have wished there was a way to buy a home without having to come up with a big chunk of cash. The good news is, there actually are ways to purchase a home with no down payment, but just because you can do something doesn't necessarily mean you should. Here's a closer look at your options and the pros and cons of choosing this approach
The Decorating Issue
Now more than ever, you want the color palette in your home to inspire tranquility and a sense of welcome—and perhaps a bit of the mischief, cheerfulness, or downright humor that speaks to your personality.
Realtor.com® Housing Forecast: Sellers to Maintain the Market Advantage
The 2020 housing market was full of surprises. Despite a health pandemic impacting nearly all segments of everyday life, real estate was resilient. Realtor.com® recently released its 2021 housing forecast, predicting that inventory will make a slow and steady comeback, providing buyers with much-needed relief. However, increasing interest rates and prices will continue to pose a challenge on affordability throughout the year.
How Secure are the Projections for the Housing Market in 2021?
IS 2021 a good time to move to a new house? What is happening in the property market?
Excellent questions but hard to find solid answers in this unusual time with the pandemic still showing no signs of abating.
Despite Pandemic, Home Prices Rise
The coronavirus global health crisis and the economic havoc it has wreaked were not enough to deter a rise in home prices so far this year. According to the Radian Home Price Index (HPI), home prices across the U.S. rose in the first six months of 2020 at an annualized rate of 6.3 percent.
3 Things to Look For When Investing in Property
With the technology that is available at our fingertips these days, more and more people are getting creative in terms of investing. One big trend that has become popular over the past decade, is real estate investment. Whether it is rental properties, flipping homes or even buying empty land to build on, this form of investment can be lucrative when handled properly.
Home Improvements with High ROI
If the ultimate goal of your home improvement project is aesthetic, the greatest benefit may come from your personal enjoyment of the new space. However, if you're looking to add true value to your home, it's important to consider which projects are likely to bring the greatest return on your investment.
How To Better Invest in Your Home
Many Americans own homes that need a little work. Whether you need to revamp a few fixtures or totally renovate, you want to make sure you're making the smartest decision for your style, and wallet. To help, HGTV host and real estate expert Egypt Sherrod offers the following home improvement insights, in partnership with LightStream.