Owning a home has great financial benefits, yet many continue to rent! Today, let’s look at the financial reasons why owning a home of your own has been a part of the American Dream for as long as America has existed. Realtor.com recently reported that: “Buying remains the more attractive option in the long term – that remains […]
Rent increases more slowly, easing strain on Americans
Apartment rent increases slowed more in 1Q 2018. Combined with faster wage growth, the trend may ease some financial stress for low and middle-income households. Source: Florida Realtors
The Cost of Renting vs. Buying Today [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights: Historically, the choice between renting or buying a home has been a tough decision. Looking at the percentage of income needed to rent a median-priced home today (28.9%) vs. the percentage needed to buy a median-priced home (15.7%), the choice becomes obvious. Every market is different. Before you renew your lease again, find […]
99% of Experts Agree: Home Prices Will Increase
Some believe that the combined effects of the new tax code and rising mortgage rates will have an adverse impact on residential real estate prices in 2018. However, the clear majority of recently surveyed housing experts believe that home values will continue to rise this year. What is the Home Price Expectation Survey? Each quarter, […]
Be Thankful You Don’t Have to Pay Your Parents’ Interest Rate!
Interest rates hovered around 4% for the majority of 2017, which gave many buyers relief from rising home prices and helped with affordability. In the first quarter of 2018, rates have increased from 3.95% up to 4.45% and experts predict that rates will increase even more by the end of the year. The rate you […]
Housing advocates sue Facebook, allege discrimination
Advocates said Facebook allows landlords and real estate brokers to illegally discriminate if they nix protected classes when selecting an audience for their ads. Source: Florida Realtors
Buyer Demand Still Outpacing the Supply of Homes for Sale
The price of any item is determined by the supply of that item, as well as market demand. The National Association of REALTORS (NAR) surveys “over 50,000 real estate practitioners about their expectations for home sales, prices and market conditions” for their monthly REALTORS Confidence Index. Their latest edition sheds some light on the relationship between Seller Traffic (supply) and Buyer Traffic […]
U.S home prices post 6.2% annual gain in Jan.
SandP CoreLogic Case-Shiller: The home price surge continues with values pushed higher by a shortage of homes for sale. Source: Florida Realtors
5 Reasons Why to Sell This Spring!
Here are five reasons listing your home for sale this spring makes sense. 1. Demand Is Strong The latest Buyer Traffic Report from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shows that buyer demand remains very strong throughout the vast majority of the country. These buyers are ready, willing and able to purchase…and are in the […]
Gov. Scott signs HOA, real property and trust fund bills
One bill changes some of the rules condo associations must follow. After July 1, for example, they can’t prohibit owners from installing vehicle charging stations. It also touches on financial reporting, voting on common elements and more. Source: Florida Realtors
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