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While the pursuit of new or better employment prospects normally motivates people to take on a long-distance move, recent data suggests that Americans may now be more inclined to relocate for housing related reasons.
A Federal Reserve economist breaks down some of the more common misconceptions about the chance of recession in 2020 and offers thoughts on how real estate pros can be better consumers of economic data.
Countertops are one of the main items that buyers obsess over. What should real estate agents know about this ever-important material choice?
As your clients look ahead to possibly listing in spring, make sure you understand what’s causing remodeling costs to increase so rapidly and how homeowners are adjusting in response.
Looking at real estate data over the last decade, some clear trends emerge in terms of costs, demographics and housing stock. See how this has impacted the market in the Houston area.
Though fewer and fewer Americans are moving, real estate professionals in Houston can take comfort in the idea that national migration patterns are still working in their favor.
As many are predicting the market to favor buyers more in the coming year, listing agents can help sellers prepare by ensuring their homes are in line with the latest looks.
The association brought together a group of economists to provide a forecast of the market, and the consensus is that housing construction shortages will continue into next year.
It seems 2020 will be a challenge for buyers – “not because of what they can afford but rather what they can find,” according to Realtor.com.
Also included in the report is the finding that millennials are generally unconcerned about qualifying for a home loan.
A new study shows that high-rise buildings aren’t just for worker bees anymore.
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac loan limits will be raised to more than half a million dollars.
The rebound could mean an accelerating market nationwide.
NAR’s chief economist predicts a continued increase in sales if buyers have adequate inventory.
Two percent jump in housing starts nationwide could mean lower chance of recession
Here’s the scenario: It’s closing time, and the funds to close the deal are about to be wired, but the transaction never makes it to its intended destination. Instead, it’s directed to the account of a hacker