Today’s article explains big real estate spenders, where they are from and where they bought. Real Estate buyers from this foreign country bought billions of dollars worth of property. Here are some stats from the article, “…sales activity from international buyers surged 35 percent in the 12 months that ended in March. While international buyers represent only 7 percent of total existing home sales nationally over the period, their buying is highly focused on high-end homes in Florida, California, Texas and Arizona.”To read more, CLICK HERE.
Buying A House, How Long Should It Take?
Looking to buy a house but you’re not sure how long of a process it will be? Today, we’re bringing you an article that breaks down a timeline of what you should be prepared to do before you buy. “The homebuying journey — from financial preparation and finding the right home to getting under contract and through closing — tends to take a lot longer” To read more, CLICK HERE.
What You Need To Know About Flipping
Do you flip houses? Did you know there are certain things you need to disclose? This Wednesday we bring you an article that explains exactly what you may need to tell your potential buyers about the house. Here’s one, “when water gets in where it shouldn’t, it can damage personal possessions, undermine the home’s structure and even create a health hazard if it encourages mold growth. Sellers should disclose past or present leaks or water damage.” To read more, CLICK HERE.
First-Time Real Estate Investors
Today, we’re bringing you an article about first-time investors who want to get into real estate. According to the article, the “most common strategy for real estate investors is the “buy, rent, and hold” model, where an investor buys a property and rents it out to tenants to make a profit from the rent.” To read more and to see the dos and don’ts, CLICK HERE.
"Walkable" Cities May Mean More Money
“Millennials prefer urban cores, even ones outside of major metropolitan areas, because they want to be able to walk or bike to work and stores. In turn, areas that offer so-called walkability should see more home buyers and renters than those that don’t.” That’s a quote from today’s article. According to the article, the value of homes went up and it happened quickly in cities that are considered “walkable.” So which city is more walkable? CLICK HERE to find out!
Good News In Real Estate!
Good news for homeowners who are upside down on their house. According to today’s article, the number of people with this issue is getting smaller as the value of homes goes up. Here’s a quote, “…rising home values is the biggest reason for the decrease in underwater homes.” To read more, CLICK HERE.
Investing in Companies With High Dividends
Looking for real estate stocks that have high dividends? Here’s a quote, “…both of these companies are real estate investment trusts — REITs — owning properties that are in turn leased out to different companies across a variety of industries.” Find out which companies today’s article is referring to, CLICK HERE to read more.
Amenities That Sell Your Home Quickly
Looking to see your home quickly? We’re bringing you an article that explains what features a potential homebuyer looks for and why they are important. Here’s one feature, “Eat-in kitchens are a must-have for many, especially families with children.” To see them all, CLICK HERE.
Saving You Money This Summer
Do you feel a breeze in your house even when all the windows and doors are closed? No, it doesn’t mean your house is haunted…well, at least we hope not! That little breeze may be a leak that could be costing you money. Here’s a quote from an article with information we hope you can use to save you a bit of money this summer. “To see if your home is a bad performer, try a thorough home energy audit. They are offered through utilities and local contractors and are often subsidized by state energy efficiency programs.” To read more, CLICK HERE.
Want Property In Toronto? Hold Your Horses!
Looking to buy in Toronto but think it may be too expensive? According to today’s article all you need is a little bit of patience. Here’s a quote from the article explaining why prices may be so high, “The reason that prices have risen so fast is that more and more people want to stay in Toronto to raise their families instead of moving to the suburbs. Toronto has become a world class city with great restaurants, unique cultural events, and neighbourhood festivals all over the city.” To read more, CLICK HERE.
