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Auction 101: Bidding On Your First Property

January 29, 2019 by Robby Oakes

With the right combination of strategy, knowledge, and luck, flipping houses can create big profits for short-term investors. However, your path to success starts at your first auction.

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – January 28th, 2019

January 28, 2019 by Robby Oakes

Last week’s economic news included readings on sales of previously owned homes and weekly readings on average mortgage rates and new jobless claims. A scheduled report on sales of new homes was not available due to the government shutdown.

5 Home Renovations That Really Raise Values

January 25, 2019 by Robby Oakes

There are many home renovation projects that can increase the comfort and visual appeal of a dwelling. Owners who plan to sell their home in the future, however, prefer to focus on projects that will return a healthy profit at closing. Here are 5 renovation projects that positively impact a home’s resale value.

Tips For Selling Your Home In The Winter

January 24, 2019 by Robby Oakes

Winter typically isn’t one of the busier home buying seasons – those seasons are reserved for spring and summer. But to think that you can’t sell your home at market value during the winter months is being naive. In fact, you can even use some of the characteristics that define the season to your advantage.

Complete These Repairs Before You List Your Home

January 23, 2019 by Robby Oakes

There are several things to do when you prepare to list your home for sale. One of the projects you’ll need to do is complete certain repairs. Your home should be in the best possible condition before your real estate agent shows it to potential buyers.

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – January 22nd, 2019

January 22, 2019 by Robby Oakes

Last week’s economic reports included National Association of Home Builders’ Housing Market Index, the Federal Reserve’s Beige Book report and the University of Michigan’s Consumer Sentiment Index. Weekly readings on mortgage rates and first-time jobless claims were also released.

4 Signs You’re Going To Need A Bigger House

January 18, 2019 by Robby Oakes

There comes a time in every young homeowner’s life when they need a bigger house. When you buy a starter home, it’s unlikely that will be your forever home. But how do you know when it’s time to spend the time and effort to upgrade to a larger home?

NAHB: Home Builder Confidence Grows After Lowest Level in 3 Years

January 17, 2019 by Robby Oakes

After two months of declining builder confidence, the National Association of Home Builders Housing Market Index gained two points in January with a reading of 58. Component readings of the HMI were also higher with builder confidence in current market conditions rose two points to an index reading of 63. Builder confidence in housing market conditions over the next six months rose three points to 64.

Strategies For Buying And Selling A Home At The Same Time

January 16, 2019 by Robby Oakes

If you’re already a homeowner and you’re getting ready to buy a new home, you know it’s tricky to buy and sell a home at the same time. There are lots of questions about how to handle this scenario. What if your old home doesn’t sell quickly?

4 House “Flaws” You Can Safely Disregard

January 15, 2019 by Robby Oakes

When you walk through a house with your real estate agent, you’re seeing if you and your family would be happy living there. But you’re also probably looking for signs of trouble that might spell big expenses later on. Be careful, though. It’s important to see the “bones” of the house rather than focusing on minor issues.