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Australian Property Values, Apartment Building Approvals Fell

Australian Property Values, Apartment Building Approvals Fall

Australian property values recorded its second month of decline in June while apartment building approvals in May fell to an 11-year low.

6 Steps to Properly Maintain Your Pool

Pools are a great way to cool down and refresh on a hot day, but a clean and crystal clear pool is a definite must for an enjoyable swim. The good news is that cleaning and maintaining a pool doesn't have to be that troublesome. And the more frequent you do it, the less of a chore it becomes.

Lease Over? Here's How to Get Your Security Deposit Back

As you end your lease and get ready to move out, getting your security deposit back is one of those things you’d want to accomplish before you say “goodbye” to your apartment. After all, it is your hard-earned money, and it will help a whole lot with your future expenses.

EDITOR'S PICKS

June 2020 Real Estate News in Review

Here are all the real estate-related stories that hit the headlines in June. Corporate News Corelogic Receives $7-Billion Takeover Proposal, Private Equity Firm Takes Over AI-Powered Startup Homebot Senator Investment Group and Cannae Holdings offered to take over CoreLogic for $7 billion to help the company reach its full potential, which they feel will not be achieved under CoreLogic's current strategic plan.
By Grace Stewart
How to Manage Plant Pests and Diseases in Your Victory Garden

Home gardening is having a boom year across the U.S. Now that gardens are largely planted, much of the work for the next several months revolves around keeping them healthy.
By Matt Kasson, West Virginia University; Brian Lovett, West Virginia University, and Carolee Bull, Pennsylvania State University
Do You Prefer a Briefcase Over a Backpack? Here Are Some Briefcase Ideas for Realtors

Choosing between a backpack or a briefcase for your work does not have to be complicated. You just have to invest in a quality and well-made backpack or briefcase.
By Hannah Sanchez
Most Affordbale Counties in the U.S. in Q2 2020 Revealed

The list of the most affordable county in the U.S. has been revealed as the latest ATTOM study showed that the single-family homes and condos median price in the second quarter of 2020 was more affordable than the historical averages in 49 percent of counties.
By Hannah Sanchez
Latest Data: Pending Home Sales Surged in May

Pending home sales surged in May to set a new record for the highest month-over-month gain, the latest report said.
By Grace Stewart
Mortgage Rates Hit Another All-Time Low

Mortgage rates hit another all-time low, suggesting that a further drop below 3 percent could be recorded before the year ends, as pending home sales make a comeback in May.
By Grace Stewart
5 Wall Material Suggestions to Spruce up Your Bathroom

Bathrooms, just like the living room and the rest of the house, also need a touch of taste. Here are some of the best wall coverings for your bathroom wall.
By Grace Stewart
Real Estate Agent Attacked, Alleged Assailants Used Homophobic Slurs

A real estate agent was reported to be beaten unconscious by two people while shouting gay slurs last Saturday morning in Oklahoma City.
By Grace Stewart
Sell Your Home While Social Distancing | Here Are Some Shoe Covers for Open Houses

Rules about in-person showings and closings have changed and vary per state. But under the new normal everyone needs to be accustomed to wearing masks at all times and wearing shoe covers or removing their footwear during in-person showings.
By Grace Stewart
4 Must-Have Skills to Succeed as a Real Estate Professional

If one wants to be good at what he does and stay on top of his game, certain skills are simply a must-have. These will be vital not only in giving your clients a great experience but will also help you stay relevant in the ever-changing competition.
By Grace Stewart