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Case-Shiller: Home Prices Lower in November

January 31, 2019 by Robby Oakes

Home price growth continued to struggle in November, with Case-Shiller’s 20-City Home Price Index moving from October’s reading of 5.30 percent annual growth to 5.20 percent growth in November. This was the lowest reading since January 2015.

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

Is a Hard Money Loan the Right Strategy for You?

January 30, 2019 by Robby Oakes

When used as a part of an effective real estate investment strategy, hard money loans are an excellent tool to quickly increase holdings without risking existing properties. However, these loans aren’t for everyone.

Filed Under: Mortgage Tagged With: Finance Options, Hard Money, Mortgage

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.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Auction, Home Buying, Real Estate

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.

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

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.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Home Improvement, Real Estate, Renovations

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