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According to National Association Of Realtors, the sales of pre owned homes dropped lower than expected this November. Existing home sales were expected to slow down with a 5.3 million sales based on a seasonally adjusted rate. However, November's reading resulted to a 4.76 million sales and it represented a 10.5% drop in existing home sales for month-to-month. For a year-over-year figures, existing home sales were 3.8% lower. This Eco-Friendly Home Spends only $2 Monthly for Their Electricity
This eco-friendly home does not only help the environment, but it also helps the pockets of its owners. Designed by the UK-based John McCall Architects led by Colin Usher, the house reportedly has very low utility bills, and high energy efficiency. Christmas Food Facts You Probably Did Not Know
Christmas is all about being with your family and loved ones and feasting over delicious food. Each country has its own set of traditional food that most households serve on Christmas. But have you ever thought of the story why these have become the 'norm' every year? Here are some Christmas food facts that you probably did not know. Real Estate Tips: How to Make Your Home Sale-Able During The Christmas Season
Are you planning on selling your house shortly after the holidays? Then you better make your home extra enticing during Christmas! It's not just simply adorning your home with decorations, but you first need to be in the perspective of the buyer -- and none of the heirlooms you have lying around will help! Take a step back and make your home holiday-ready for those looking for a new real estate present this Christmas! The Santa Bubble: Why Mortgage Rates are Up Right Now
During the holiday season, interest rates rise by about 0.25 percent across the board, and buying a home this time won’t make buyers happy because they’re going to pay more for their loan than they would have before December. Here are some reasons why it is called the “Santa Bubble.” Real Estate Tips: Renovations That Decrease Your Home Value
While it is true that renovation can bump up home value, there are certain improvements that create the adverse effect. Moves such as removing a bedroom, tearing down a closet, repurposing garage space and putting up more wallpapers than necessary can all lower down the value of a home. Offshore Real Estate: Why Is The Caribbean The Perfect Piece Of Real Estate For Retirees?
A lot of seniors are hesitant to make an offshore investment in the Caribbean because they believe that real estate value in the islands are beyond their financial capacity. That is not exactly true. There are actually fabulous island locales that are affordable for retirees. Quicken Loans: 'Planning To Invest In A Home? Buy Now'
People who are planning to buy a house or refinance an existing real estate loan only have a three- to six-month window before mortgage rates increase. A day after the Federal Reserve announced that they are increasing their interest rates, Quicken Loans CEO Bill Emerson encouraged prospective homeowners to make a move before it is already too late. US Rental Market Dilemma: Why You Can't Afford Rent Even If You Make A Decent Salary
Recent studies show that apartment developers have largely been catering to wealthy renters. As a result, the average asking rent dramatically increased, outpricing low and middle-income renters. Real Estate Tips: What Are The Disadvantages Of Sharing Your Home With A Roommate?
As rents in many major real estate markets like San Francisco and Los Angeles soar, taking on a roommate to help pay the bills has become a trend. While having a roommate may make things easier financially, there are also disadvantages in having one.
