The median list price in the U.S. rose to $375,000 in December 2021, according to the latest housing data from realtor.com®. But just how much of a house that will get home shoppers greatly depends on where they live. “For the nationwide median list price, you can get a small condo in San Jose or […]
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9 tips on renting an apartment in a hot market
The blistering 2022 real estate market has extended to apartment shopping and how to rent an apartment has now become a test of research and will. Oh, and also your credit score and employment history. Renting an apartment with all of the comforts and amenities you want, at a price you can afford, has become […]
Las Vegas homebuilders had banner sales year in 2021
If you want a glimpse into last year’s heated homebuilding market in Las Vegas, two big land sales on opposite sides of the valley last month offer a good view. In a $135 million deal in Summerlin, developer Howard Hughes Corp. sold 216 acres to builders who plan to construct hundreds of houses. The deal’s […]
The Next Generation of Homebuyers Is Here
Many members of Generation Z (Gen Z) are aging into adulthood and deciding whether to rent or buy a home. If you find yourself in this group, it’s important to understand you’re never too young to start thinking about homeownership. The sooner you start planning, the sooner you can move on from renting. As you […]
Buyers Want To Know: Why Is Housing Supply Still So Low?
One key question that’s top of mind for homebuyers this year is: why is it so hard to find a house to buy? The truth is, we’re in the ultimate sellers’ market, so real estate is ultra-competitive for buyers right now. The number of buyers searching for a home greatly outweighs how many homes are […]
Don’t Wait Until Spring To Make Your Move
As you plan out your goals for the year, moving up to your dream home may top the list. But, how do you know when to make your move? You want to time it just right so you can get the most out of the sale of your current house. You also want to know […]
With Mortgage Rates Climbing, Now’s the Time To Act
Last week, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate from Freddie Mac jumped from 3.22% to 3.45%. That’s the highest point it’s been in almost two years. If you’re thinking about buying a home, this news may have come as a bit of a shock. But the truth is, it wasn’t entirely unexpected. Experts have been […]
Achieving the Dream of Homeownership
Owning a home has long been considered the American dream, and it is a dream that every American should feel confident and strong in pursuing. But owning a home is also a deeply personal dream. Our home provides us with safety and security and is a place where we can grow and prosper. Today, we […]
Rising Rates Pressure Buyers
Home hunters are keeping a close eye on mortgage rates. After all, any increase can impact affordability, especially when home prices are on the rise. Nearly half (47%) of homebuyers recently surveyed said they would feel more pressure to buy a home if mortgage rates rose above 3.5%, according to a new consumer survey from […]
Smart-Home Tech Developers Embrace New Connectivity Standard
This week at CES 2022, the tech industry`s annual mega-show, makers of clever-domestic merchandise had a buzzword: “Matter.” About a dozen corporations showcased merchandise that might be well suited with Matter, a brand new clever-domestic protocol that objectives to allow gadgets to paintings with every different throughout special manufacturers and systems. Exhibitors at CES 2022 […]
