Tag: Home Buying
'What is Keeping Potential Buyers from Buying a Home?
'Can First-Time Homebuyers Win in Bidding Wars?
'Is Spring Really the Best Time to Purchase a New Home?
EDITOR'S PICKS
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Residents of a Chicago Mobile Home Park To Lose Water Access Days Before Thanksgiving
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Dozens Left Homeless After Apartment Fire Sparks In Durham
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Homebuying 101: 5 Red Flags To Watch Out For
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US Home Prices on the Rise: Here's Where Houses Are the Priciest
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Real Estate: 3 Things To Know Before You Start Investing
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In the early years, there was a common notion that women should hold off on their plans of buying a home until they get married. However, this no longer seems to be the case nowadays. Current figures show that single females are now making up 15 percent of the home-buying market. Should you buy solo or should you wait first? Here are the pros and cons of buying a home before married: -
'Should You Get Your Down Payment from Your 401(k) Savings?
If you have been eyeing on that beautiful house listed on the real estate market, but you find yourself lacking the needed down payment for the home, you may find yourself tempted to withdraw from your 401(k) before retirement. Should you give in to the temptation? -
'US Foreclosures Drop To Lowest Levels
Foreclosures in the US have dropped to their lowest levels in 2015 since the housing crisis based on the tabulated numbers. -
'New Home Construction Increases to Keep Up with the Demand
Good news for buyers who cannot seem to find their dream home in the real estate market: new home construction has increased to keep up with the demand. Should you go for a newly constructed home than a refurbished one? -
'Home Buying 101: Neighborhood with Excellent Schools Are Top Priority
Homebuyers will be looking for the best schools for their children. Depending on their needs and where they're moving, this could be a gruelling task which will includes comparing school districts, touring schools and dropping in on PTA meetings. -
'Is it Time for You to Live Abroad?
At some point in your life, you may have to move from one place to another; however, very few will only consider moving to a completely different country. Is it time for you to experience life away from the US and start living a new life in another country? -
'Home Buying: How to Seal the Deal When Negotiating With a Seller
Sealing the deal with the seller is your last step to achieving that dream house you have been eyeing on the market since you first set your sights on it. Unfortunately, some things could go wrong along the way, which may sometimes lead to you losing the deal or getting outbid by someone else. How can you quickly seal the deal before negotiation talks go cold? -
'Spring Home Buying Begins Early This Year
Spring is said to be the time when most owners sell their homes, as more buyers tend to go out in search of their dream house during this season. While spring often begins sometime in March or April, recent reports claim that spring home buying may begin earlier than expected. -
'Pros and Cons of Moving Into a Historic Home
A historic home can sometimes be older than you or your family members and oftentimes, that is where its charm lies. While a historic home definitely has its share of beauty and charm, should you consider moving into one? Find out its pros and cons here: -
'Increase in Home Sales Leads to Higher Prices
2016 appears to be a rosy year for the real estate market. Recent data reveals that there has been an increase in home sales over the course of a year. -
'Real Estate News: Which Town is the Safest to Live in?
When it comes to choosing a home to live in for you and your family, safety is of utmost importance. While there are other factors that need to be considered, you might want to check out these towns, which are hailed as the ten safest cities in the United States. -
'Real Estate News: New-Home Construction Expected to Rise in 2016
Construction of new homes this 2016 is expected to rise despite a recent drop in the number of houses constructed last January.