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NAHB: May Home Builder Confidence Hits Highest Level in 7 Months

May 16, 2019 by Robby Oakes

The National Association of Home Builders reported the highest builder confidence reading in seven months for May. May’s reading exceeded expectations for an index reading of 64 and rose three points to 67.

Filed Under: Market Outlook Tagged With: Market Conditions, Market Trends, NAHB

Can I Sell A House That Still Needs Repairs?

May 15, 2019 by Robby Oakes

When you started thinking about putting your house up for sale, you probably made a list of repairs that need to be done ahead of time. If that list was long, you might be at a point where you’re asking if it’s all worth it. Will prospective buyers really notice the little things? And even if they do, will that affect how much you’re able to get for your home?

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Home Inspection, Home Repairs, Real Estate

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – May 13th, 2019

May 13, 2019 by Robby Oakes

Last week’s economic news included readings on job openings and inflation. Weekly reports on mortgage rates and first-time jobless claims were also released.

Filed Under: Financial Reports Tagged With: Financial Reports, Interest Rates, Mortgage Rates

The Benefits Of Developing A Multi-Use Property

May 10, 2019 by Robby Oakes

Renovations that create a multi-use property or the development of a new multi-use project can be a very attractive investment especially in urban areas that are undergoing redevelopment. The concept of multi-use is to make the most of the site that is revitalized or developed.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Investment Property, Marketing Trends, Real Estate

Case-Shiller: February Home Price Growth Rate Slowest in 6.50 Years

May 9, 2019 by Robby Oakes

Home price growth slowed in February according to the Case-Shiller 20-City Home Price Index. Home price growth hit its lowest rate in more than six years; this indicates that the roaring growth of home prices is settling and could provide opportunities for more would-be buyers to enter the housing market.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Case Shiller, Market Conditions, Marketing Trends

How to Become A Billionaire Land Trader

May 8, 2019 by Robby Oakes

Trading land like a billionaire relies on three simple premises. The first one is to acquire the land for cheap. The second one is to never intend to sell it. The third one is, if you trade it, trade up.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Investment Properties, Market Trends, Real Estate

Can I Qualify For A Mortgage Without W-2 Income?

May 7, 2019 by Robby Oakes

It’s more common these days to have non-traditional income that doesn’t fall into the W-2 category. Many people work in what is referred to as the “gig economy,” where income might come from a variety of freelance sources.

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: Financing, Income Verification, Mortgage

What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – May 6th, 2019

May 6, 2019 by Robby Oakes

Last week’s economic news brought good news to U.S. consumers on several fronts. Mortgage rates fell and national unemployment fell to its lowest rate in 50 years. Inflation slowed and the Federal Reserve held its target federal funds rate steady.

Filed Under: Financial Reports Tagged With: Interest Rates, Labor, Mortgage Rates

States With The Best Opportunities To Acquire Investment Property

May 3, 2019 by Robby Oakes

Real estate investors sometimes get stuck in a rut. They repeat the same type of investment that they did before. This is not necessarily a bad thing because a successful experience is worth repeating. However, it is also a good idea to occasionally take a look at the big picture as well, to see what else is out there for investment consideration.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Market Conditions, Marketing Trends, Real Estate

FOMC Statement: No Changes to Key Fed Rate

May 2, 2019 by Robby Oakes

The meeting of the Federal Reserve’s Federal Open Market Committee ended Wednesday with the Committee’s customary post-meeting statement recapping monetary policy matters considered by the Committee. Members voted not to change the current target rate range of the federal funds rate. The current rate range of 2.25 percent to 2.50 percent.

Filed Under: Market Outlook Tagged With: FOMC, Market Conditions, Market Trends

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