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Should You Buy A Fixer Upper Or Move-In Ready Home?

January 4, 2019 by Robby Oakes

There’s a lot to be said for buying a move-in ready home. All you have to do is put your things away and start living your life. On the other hand, buying a fixer upper has its advantages, too. You can get a great bargain on a fixer upper home. So which one should you choose?

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Fixer-Upper, Home Sales, Real Estate

5 First Steps For New Homeowners

January 3, 2019 by Robby Oakes

As a new homeowner, now is the time to take control and organize your house for safety and security. The following first five steps should be carried out in the first few weeks if possible.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Home Security, New Home, Real Estate

How Tech Can Change the Real Estate Process

December 28, 2018 by Robby Oakes

Virtual reality, artificial intelligence and drone video are just a few of the ways that technology is changing the real estate industry. If you are in the market for a property, understanding these new processes can help you in many ways.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Real Estate, Technology, Virtual Reality

4 Reasons Why Home Ownership Is Better Than Renting

December 27, 2018 by Robby Oakes

Are you trying to decide if you should rent or buy? There are many reasons why home ownership is better than renting. Here are just a few to consider when you’re making your decision.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Home Ownership, Outdoor Space, Real Estate

FOMC Raises Key Rate, Forecasts 2 Rate Hikes in 2019

December 26, 2018 by Robby Oakes

During its post-meeting statement, the Federal Open Market Committee of the Federal Reserve announced that its target range for the Fed’s key interest rate would increase one quarter percent to 2.25 to 2.50 percent. While this rate hike was not expected by the Executive branch, it met analyst expectations.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: FOMC, Interest Rates, Market Conditions

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