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Home buying 2024 Trends that Will Increase Home Value If you can tell what’s trending by looking at the words becoming more common in listings, expect demand for brutalism, sensory pathways and cold plunge pools. NEW YORK – Ready to boost your home value as much as possible? With high mortgage interest rates putting a damper on home prices, now is the time to […]
Military Disability housing grants for Veterans The VA offer housing grants for Veterans and service members with certain service-connected disabilities so they can buy or change a home to meet their needs and live more independently. Changing a home might involve installing ramps or widening doorways. Find out if you’re eligible for a disability housing grant—and how to apply. Grant eligibility […]
Military Interstate Compact On Educational Opportunity For Military Children The Department of Defense, in collaboration with the National Center for Interstate Compacts and the Council of State Governments has developed an interstate compact that addresses the educational transition issues of children of military families. Currently all 50 States and the District of Columbia participate in the interstate compact that provide a uniform policy platform […]
Housing market 5 Reasons This Isn’t a Repeat of the 2008 Housing Crash NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun draws the distinctions between today’s real estate market and that of more than a decade ago. Many homeowners are still haunted by the 2008 housing crash when property values collapsed and foreclosures spiked. The memory of sudden catastrophe at a time when the real estate market had been riding high […]
Homeownership 8 Tax Deductions For Homeowners Homeownership brings many benefits! Before we dive into the deductions available for homeowners, it is essential to understand the difference between standard and itemized deductions. Both types of deductions can lower your overall income tax burden by reducing your taxable income. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) makes the standard deduction available  to all tax filers. […]
Home buying Bank denies your mortgage. Now what? There are always options, and while some detail – like submitting forgotten docs – may quickly solve the problem, other fixes take a bit more time. NEW YORK – If you dream of homeownership, having your mortgage application denied can be devastating. If this does happen to you, it’s important to remember that you’re not […]
Real estate Why Won’t the Market Collapse? Fewer MB Securities NEW YORK – Mortgage-backed securities nearly brought down Wall Street in the early 2000s. But what is a mortgage-backed security? Many homeowners think of their mortgage in personal terms. But when grouped together, mortgages represent an investment class that investors – particularly investment banks – trade for profits. Packages of mortgage-backed securities, or MBS, were […]
Home buying VantageScore Approved for Most U.S. Mortgages The VantageScore model could help up to 37M more Americans qualify for a mortgage. But while FHFA OK’d it, it’s still up to individual Fannie and Freddie lenders. SAN FRANCISCO – VantageScore announced that the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) approved VantageScore 4.0 for use by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, which back more than half of […]
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Home decor Tips for the Perfect Home Color Palette When it comes to adorning the walls of your home, you need to do a little digging and a lot of experimenting before making a color commitment. Every creative venture requires inspiration – and that especially applies to decorating your home. Look to Mother Nature. Any color combination found in nature can easily be translated into […]
Uncategorized Help The World’s Bravest Kids Get Back Home Even Faster September Is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month We are proud to support St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital® a place so many kids call home while they fight cancer and other life threating disease. Each year, approximately 16,000 children and teens in the U.S. are diagnosed with cancer. One in five of these children won’t survive. It’s […]
Home buying CDD vs HOA: What’s the Difference? Home buyers, especially first-time home buyers, have many things to consider. One important question for home buyers: Does the home you’re interested in require CDD or HOA fees? These fees can affect your monthly payment, and there might also be community restrictions to consider. So what’s the difference between CDD and HOA? What Is a CDD? […]
Home buying Insider Tips to Buying a Home in Today’s Market It’s always hard to predict the future, especially with the housing market. But one thing is for sure – real estate remains a sound investment. If you’re looking for your dream home, here are some tips to help set you up for success and guide you through this buying season. Assess Your Financial Health Before […]
Back to school A+ Ideas for Kid-Focused Homework Stations Back to school means back to doing homework. While there are many ways to help children develop good self-discipline, one way is to motivate them by creating an inviting space where they can concentrate and stay stress free. You don’t need a lot of space or a dedicated room for a homework station. Whether it’s […]
Real estate What does a sellers agent do? Pre-Listing Activities 1. Make appointment with seller for listing presentation 2. Send seller a written or e-mail confirmation of listing appointment and call to confirm 3. Review pre-appointment questions 4. Research all comparable currently listed properties 5. Research sales activity for past 18 months from MLS and public records databases 6. Research Average Days on Market for […]
Home cooling Home cooling tips Service your air conditioner. Easy maintenance such as routinely replacing or cleaning air filters can lower your cooling system’s energy consumption by up to 15 percent. Also, the first day of spring could serve as a reminder to check your air conditioner’s evaporator coil, which should be cleaned annually to ensure the system is performing at […]
Home buying Advice for Renters Priced Out of Home Buying For many homebuyers, their ownership goal seems to be kicked farther down the field with every price increase and mortgage rate rise. Today’s housing market can feel like a dream killer. Rising mortgage rates, high home prices and a shortage of properties for sale deliver a one-two-three punch. If you’ve been knocked out of one […]
Home buying Moving Tips for Homeowners With Pets You may be ready to start an exciting adventure in a new home, but what about your pets? Some furry family members may find moving to an unfamiliar place stressful, but there are ways to ease them into it with a little advance planning. Pet-Friendly Properties Living harmoniously with pets is a top priority for […]
Uncategorized What To Pack For Your First Night In Your New House Moving day is approaching and your to-do list just keeps growing! But, there is one more to-do to add to your list. This to-do gets you ready for a peaceful first night in your new home. Your first night will be great. The last thing anyone wants to do after a long moving day, is to […]
Home buying What Do Buyers Value Most? When asked what three things home buyers value most, “location, location, location” has long been the traditional response—and with good reason, even today, among most real estate professionals. In fact, one recent study of 1,000 buyers reported a ‘desirable location,’ including a highly rated school district and proximity to commuter roads and outdoor recreation, can […]
Relocation Dream destination: Florida July 6th 2022 New Coldwell Banker Data Shows High Rate of Out-of-State Searches This summer, as Americans enjoy their favorite activities to cool down, dreams of moving are heating up. Fresh data from the Move MeterSM on the refreshed website coldwellbanker.com shows trends and insights into where Americans are dreaming of moving, giving sellers an informative, clear picture […]

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