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Home Improvement Tips

Certainly! Here are some practical tips for home improvement projects that can enhance property value: 1. **Kitchen Remodeling**: The kitchen is often considered the heart of the home. Upgrading countertops, cabinets, appliances, and lighting can significantly increase the value of your property. Focus on modern, energy-efficient appliances and durable, stylish materials for countertops like...

Thinking about Buying or Selling Questions and Answers

Sure, here are some common questions and answers about buying or selling property: Q: What should I consider when buying a property? A: Consider your budget, location preferences, property size, amenities, potential for future resale value, and any additional costs such as maintenance fees or property taxes. Q: How can I determine the market value of a property? A: You can research rece...

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Emerging technologies like virtual tours are revolutionizing the real estate industry

Emerging technologies like virtual tours are revolutionizing the real estate industry by providing immersive and convenient experiences for buyers, sellers, and agents alike. Here's how: 1. **Enhanced Property Showcase**: Virtual tours offer a comprehensive view of properties, allowing potential buyers to explore every corner without physically being there. This increases engagement and ...

Is summer the best time to buy a home?

The summer months can be a popular time for home buying for a few reasons: 1. **More Inventory:** Typically, more homes are listed for sale during the summer months, giving buyers more options to choose from. 2. **Better Weather:** People generally prefer to move during the warmer months when weather conditions are more favorable, especially families with children who want to avoid disrup...

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Absorption Rate Analysis – May 2024: Relief for Buyers at the Edge of a Heatwave

It’s been an interesting month in the Greater LA housing market as more housing inventory flows into a parched market. We ended April’s absorption rate analysis with a prescient statement: “We did see a higher number of houses for sale in Los Angeles hitting the market in April. If that trend continues, we may see absorption rates drop closer to the buyer&r...

4 key strategies for homebuyers in today’s challenging market

As we embark on the spring homebuying season, the market might seem a bit chilly at first glance. Prospective buyers face a challenging landscape characterized by high mortgage rates, limited housing inventory, and escalating home prices.    Compounding the situation, recent data from Freddie Mac reveals that in April, the average rate for a 30-year fixed mortgage surg...

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DEALS Decked-out backyards help homes sell for more: Here’s what to include in your backyard paradise

Zillow recently released a report that found certain backyard accessories add extra value to your home when you want to sell. Even if you don’t want to sell anytime soon, adding some luxury to your yard makes it all the more enjoyable. Outdoor showers, tricked-out patios, outdoor furniture, sheds and other outbuildings all add value to your home and give you the space and com...

This scenic Southern city is the most popular place to move to in 2024

    A recently published report named a popular Southern beach destination as the most moved-to city in 2024. Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, took the crown of most moved-to city in an analysis published by PODS, a moving and storage company. Wilmington, North Carolina, shared the same spot. PODS found that more and more Americans are opting to move to Southern states, ...

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Housing affordability is ‘moving in the right direction,’ economist says. Here’s what to know

KEY POINTS Mortgage application payments decreased to $2,167 in June, a 2.4% decline from $2,219 in May, according to the Purchase Applications Payment Index by the Mortgage Bankers Association. Homebuyer affordability conditions are beginning to improve, according to experts. Sdi Productions | E+ | Getty Images Home affordability has slightly improved for buy...

Should You Rent Out or List Homes for Sale in California?

Should You Rent Out or List Homes for Sale in California?  Current Real Estate, Industry, Misc., Tips August 12, 2024August 12, 2024  JohnHart Real Estate and Harout Keuroghlian Is it better to rent out or list homes for sale in California? You’d be surprised how much this question comes up. There’s no denying that property is a...