Real Estate
Are We Seeing More Contracts Fall Through?
Closing a deal for your client feels like crossing the finish line, but there’s always the potential for the contract to fall through somewhere along the way. Bright MLS, the second-largest multiple listing service covering the Mid-Atlantic region, wanted to know how concerned REALTORS® should be about this—a question that drove its recent report, “Getting…
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Are We Seeing More Contracts Fall Through?
Closing a deal for your client feels like crossing the finish line, but there’s always the potential for the contract to fall through somewhere along the way. Bright MLS, the second-largest multiple listing service covering the Mid-Atlantic region, wanted to know how concerned REALTORS® should be about this—a question that drove its recent report, “Getting…
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Common Challenges in Selling a Condo: A Comprehensive Guide
Selling a condo involves unique challenges and considerations. My guide will explore navigating HOA rules, understanding special assessments and necessary disclosures. I will also provide insights on how long it takes to sell a condo and the best times based on location and seasonality. From my thirty-eight years of experience, you will also get specific…
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Common Challenges in Selling a Condo: A Comprehensive Guide
Selling a condo involves unique challenges and considerations. My guide will explore navigating HOA rules, understanding special assessments and necessary disclosures. I will also provide insights on how long it takes to sell a condo and the best times based on location and seasonality. From my thirty-eight years of experience, you will also get specific…
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Latest CPI Data Shows Lowest Inflation Since 2021
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) was up 0.2% from June to July 2024 and up 2.9% from a year ago, according to the latest data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The Index measures the costs of goods and services across the American economy so as to track inflation levels; as such, it is…
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Latest CPI Data Shows Lowest Inflation Since 2021
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) was up 0.2% from June to July 2024 and up 2.9% from a year ago, according to the latest data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The Index measures the costs of goods and services across the American economy so as to track inflation levels; as such, it is…
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The Impact of Interest Rates on Condo Sales
Interest rates are critical in the real estate market, especially in selling condominiums. Understanding this impact can help buyers, sellers and investors make informed decisions. Introduction to interest rates and condo sales Interest rates are the cost of borrowing money, typically expressed as an annual percentage of the loan amount. They influence the affordability of…
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The Impact of Interest Rates on Condo Sales
Interest rates are critical in the real estate market, especially in selling condominiums. Understanding this impact can help buyers, sellers and investors make informed decisions. Introduction to interest rates and condo sales Interest rates are the cost of borrowing money, typically expressed as an annual percentage of the loan amount. They influence the affordability of…
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Seasonal Home Selling Tips: How to Prepare Your Home for Sale in Any Season
Selling a home can be challenging, but with the right seasonal strategies, you can make your property stand out. Whether it’s fall, winter, or the holiday season, tailoring your home to the time of year can attract more buyers and potentially speed up the sale. I have put effort into giving you the best advice…
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Seasonal Home Selling Tips: How to Prepare Your Home for Sale in Any Season
Selling a home can be challenging, but with the right seasonal strategies, you can make your property stand out. Whether it’s fall, winter, or the holiday season, tailoring your home to the time of year can attract more buyers and potentially speed up the sale. I have put effort into giving you the best advice…
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Fannie Mae Update Says Potential Homebuyers are Frustrated by Market
Fannie Mae has released its latest Home Purchase Sentiment Index® (HPSI), tracking changes in consumer attitude over the month of July 2024. That month, the index decreased 1.1% to 71.5, suggesting an overall lack of enthusiasm. Changes in consumer responses are minute but indicative of a negative trend. Key details: 17% of respondents said that…
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Fannie Mae Update Says Potential Homebuyers are Frustrated by Market
Fannie Mae has released its latest Home Purchase Sentiment Index® (HPSI), tracking changes in consumer attitude over the month of July 2024. That month, the index decreased 1.1% to 71.5, suggesting an overall lack of enthusiasm. Changes in consumer responses are minute but indicative of a negative trend. Key details: 17% of respondents said that…
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Consumer Advocate Group Highlights ‘Opportunities and Risks’ of NAR Settlement
With just over a week before the changes agreed to by the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) in its lawsuit settlement go into effect, the Consumer Federation of America (CFA), a non-profit that has been sharply critical of the real estate industry, released guidance aimed at consumers ostensibly meant to help buyers and sellers through…
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Consumer Advocate Group Highlights ‘Opportunities and Risks’ of NAR Settlement
With just over a week before the changes agreed to by the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) in its lawsuit settlement go into effect, the Consumer Federation of America (CFA), a non-profit that has been sharply critical of the real estate industry, released guidance aimed at consumers ostensibly meant to help buyers and sellers through…
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The Impact of Holidays on Home Sales
The holiday season is a unique time for the real estate market. Understanding how holidays affect home sales now can guide buyers and sellers in making informed decisions if they decide to enter the market at that time of year. I have provided detailed information to help potential home sellers whether it makes sense to…
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The Impact of Holidays on Home Sales
The holiday season is a unique time for the real estate market. Understanding how holidays affect home sales now can guide buyers and sellers in making informed decisions if they decide to enter the market at that time of year. I have provided detailed information to help potential home sellers whether it makes sense to…
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Tips For Selling a House Quickly in Slow Months
Selling a house during slow months can be challenging. However, with the right strategies, it’s entirely possible to close a deal quickly. I have put significant effort into providing the best advice to achieve home sale success at the least ideal time. You will find information in these crucial aspects: Practical tips and strategies for…
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Tips For Selling a House Quickly in Slow Months
Selling a house during slow months can be challenging. However, with the right strategies, it’s entirely possible to close a deal quickly. I have put significant effort into providing the best advice to achieve home sale success at the least ideal time. You will find information in these crucial aspects: Practical tips and strategies for…
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The Impact of Market Conditions on Your Listing Contract Terms
Homesellers must understand how market conditions impact your listing contract terms. It can determine the success of your property sale and the financial outcome. I have put much effort into educating you on what you should know about listing agreements as they relate to the current market: The different types of listing agreements and how…
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The Impact of Market Conditions on Your Listing Contract Terms
Homesellers must understand how market conditions impact your listing contract terms. It can determine the success of your property sale and the financial outcome. I have put much effort into educating you on what you should know about listing agreements as they relate to the current market: The different types of listing agreements and how…
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