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3 Green and Gorgeous Trends in Home Design

February 6, 2019 by Robby Oakes

These days, people want energy-efficient homes that look great. To answer the call of passionate environmentalists, developer are rising to the occasion and designing home features that minimize waste, save energy and reuse reclaimed materials. The results are gorgeous, green homes that help move the sustainable living trend forward.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Green Living, Marketing Trends, Real Estate

Differences Between A Short Sale And A Foreclosure

February 5, 2019 by Robby Oakes

If you’re looking to get an untraditional deal on a new home purchase, you may encounter either a short sale or a foreclosure. These two terms refer to sales that are not usual. As a homebuyer, it’s important to understand the differences between them and how each one might affect your buying experience.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Foreclosure, Real Estate, Short Sale

3 Ways Tax Reform Affects Your Real Estate Investments

February 1, 2019 by Robby Oakes

The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 instituted some of the most dramatic changes to the financial landscape in the United States in over 30 years. These adjustments to the IRS code have an effect on everyone who earns and spends money in this country.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Investments, Real Estate, Tax Reform

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

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

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