The pace of young adults leaving their parents’ homes is accelerating significantly, Fannie Mae’s Economic and Strategic Research Group notes in a new analysis. Young adults in their mid- to late 20s…
Month: May 2017
Public Builder Report Card: Who Made an ‘A’?
Which public builders are making the grade? BUILDER recently released its report card profile of 21 public companies, based on their sales for 2016. The BIG BUILDER Report Card compares the performance…
An Uptick in Housing Starts Matters to Buyers
Your home buyers may want to look more closely at the housing starts numbers, even if they don’t intend to buy new. Housing starts, or the number of new homes that builders have…
Just How Much Is That Stellar View Worth?
Homes with a good view fetch a premium, particularly among city dwellers. But how much more are they willing to pay for a home with a good view? Realtor.com®’s research team compared…
Loan Applications to Buy Spring Ahead 5%
Home buyers are returning to the mortgage market, undeterred by rising mortgage rates. Mortgage applications to buy a home, viewed as a gauge of future home-buying activity, climbed 4 percent last week…
With Pet Ownership Strong, Buyers Eye 'Catios'
Of all the architectural and lifestyle features buyers have an eye on these days, pet-friendly accommodations are coming up strong. Pet-owning homeowners prepping for a move will appreciate the Handout for Consumers…
New Designs In Cabinet Refacing
You may be one of the fortunate homeowners whose kitchen just needs an update instead of a full remodel. Cabinet refacing is an economical option that can give your kitchen a quick…
Buyers: Are Surveys Right About You?
Homebuyer Surveys and Polls are a sure sign of spring, but are they a sure sign of what buyers should do? Surveys don’t include interviews with every buyer in every state across…
Real Estate Professionals The Adams Team With Jennifer Thomas Pay It Forward With Another Special Donation To Ocean Connectors
Las Vegas, NV (April 24, 2017) — PinRaise, the company that connects real estate agents with local clients and nonprofits, announced today that Linda and Robby Adams, of Realty One Group in…
That Old Home Decor Isn’t Always a Bad Thing
A “time capsule” home can be a selling point to some home shoppers. These are older homes that may display decades-old decor and have not been refurbished or updated. Instead, they’ve been…
The Housing Market Is Outperforming
The housing market has been off to a roar this spring. In fact, the market is performing so strongly that the National Association of REALTORS® has upgraded its forecast for the year….
High Court: Cities Can Sue Banks Using Fair Housing Act
The Supreme Court ruled on Monday that cities can sue banks over housing discrimination they claim led to urban blight in their communities. However, cities will face a high standard proving it…