Share of renters paying under $1,000 hits record low, Redfin says

Only 32.1 percent of renter households currently pay less than $1,000 in monthly rent — a sharp decline from 35.2 percent in 2022 and 50.4 percent in 2012, according to an analysis from Redfin released Wednesday. Whether it’s refining your business model, mastering...
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Judge rules in favor of Serhant over KW Black Label in recruitment suit

Pennsylvania judge Paula Patrick ruled against Keller Williams BlackLabel and in favor of Serhant, whose eponymously named brokerage expanded into Philadelphia’s luxury market in 2023. Whether it’s refining your business model, mastering new technologies, or...
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Judge grants final approval to 9 commission lawsuit settlements

Judge Stephen Bough granted approval for settlements involving Compass, Douglas Elliman, @properties and other companies. Collectively, the companies will pay $110 million to resolve the litigation. Whether it’s refining your business model, mastering new...
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What Pitfalls to Avoid and How to Avoid Them

The last experience that anyone wants to add to their list is being involved in a real estate deal and having everything go wrong. It is hard enough to simply find a place to move and to have everything from the contract to the loan be put in place properly. If you...
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Pending Home Sales Post Biggest Gain in Three Years—Have We Turned a Corner?

In This Article Key Takeaways Pending home sales jumped 2% year-over-year, driven by the Federal Reserve’s rate cut, but interest rates alone don’t define the market recovery.States like Tennessee (+11%) and Texas (+10%) have returned to pre-pandemic inventory levels,...
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Are the Suburbs a Soul-Crushing Abomination?

In This Article In my previous article on the uniquely American suburbs, I delved into their controversial history. Here, I’ll focus on the political and social critiques of America’s particularly car-centric and sprawled form of suburban development. A third and...
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The Latest Data Shows That Buyers Hold All the Power in These Markets

In This Article Key Takeaways Zillow’s latest report shows a shift towards buyer-friendly conditions, especially in Southern metros like Austin, Nashville, and Atlanta, reversing a trend from recent years.Increased home construction and more flexible pricing from...
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Six Reasons Why REITs Are Safer Than Rentals

In This Article Recently, we shared “8 Reasons Why REITs Are More Rewarding Than Rentals.” In short, studies show that REITs earn 2% to 4% higher annual returns than private real estate. There are eight reasons for this: REITs enjoy huge economies of scale. They can...
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$6.2 Billion In Potential Savings Slipped Away Last Week—How Should Investors Look at Rates Now?

In This Article Key Takeaways While the Fed’s rate cuts initially led to lower mortgage rates, other factors like the labor market, Treasury yields, and geopolitical events have since caused rates to rise again.Although there was an initial 20% spike in refinancing...
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8 Reasons Why REITs Are More Rewarding Than Rentals

In This Article I wrote an article explaining why I am investing in real estate investment trusts (REITs) instead of rental properties. In short, REITs are still discounted, and I expect their lower valuations to result in higher returns in the coming years....
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Real Estate Tips

No Hidden Fees

Buying a home isn’t just a 20% down payment and a monthly check for the mortgage. There are a mountain of hidden costs — from closing fees to taxes — that can add up to more than $9,000 each year, real estate marketplace Zillow estimates— and that number will only jump if you live in a major US city.

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Browse For Free

Pay a company to list for you. To list on an MLS market, you must be licensed as a Realtor with the state. … You will still need to pay the selling broker a commission that is separate from the listing fee. You may still pay a commission to the broker or a cooperating broker if he or she finds you a buyer.

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Free Property Appraisals

Ultimately, while real estate agents can offer a valuable perspective on a given property’s purported value, only the appraiser can provide an official appraisal. Sellers may be satisfied to work solely with a real estate agent, but most buyers eventually hire both an agent and a separate appraiser.

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The Ladder of Investment

The Ladder of Investment

Making an investment of any kind doesn't just mean handing over an extra set of hundred dollar bills. With every large investment, there are specific rules and processes that are defined in order to ensure that your money will be going to the right place. If you are...

The Game of the Real Estate Market

The Game of the Real Estate Market

Just like playing the game of Monopoly, there are specific rules to follow in order to get the right property at the right time. The rules of the game will be dependent on who you are, what your individual tastes are and what type of investment you are looking for....

Termite Damage And Real Estate

Termite Damage And Real Estate

Termite damage, no matter how small it may be, is never good for a home. During a real estate inspection, if any termite damage is found, it will affect the outcome of the home. In most cases, the buyer is told that the seller will fix the problem. Although this may...

Tax Advantages of Owning Real Estate

Tax Advantages of Owning Real Estate

Usually, it would be expected that the government would take money for the real estate that you own. Since you are gaining a profit off of it for a livelihood it should work like any other job that you have. However, you can take advantage of several tax breaks for...

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