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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

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

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

3 Pros And Cons Of Renting Or Owning A Home

April 2, 2019 by Robby Oakes

Home ownership is highly valued in our culture. However, buying a home isn’t the best decision for everyone. Examine the differences between owning and renting your home to help you decide if now is the time to buy.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Home Ownership, Market Trends, Real Estate

Are Multi-Unit Properties the Right Move for You?

March 27, 2019 by Robby Oakes

Real estate isn’t a one-size-fits-all pursuit. Buying and renting multi-unit properties is one of the ways investors build residual income while increasing their property portfolios. However, multi-unit rentals come with some unique challenges. Are you ready to manage a multi-unit rental property?

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

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