It’s the new year. Get ready to break out the Crystal: We had a great 2015—the best year for housing since 2007. And our forecast here at realtor.com® projects an even better year in 2016. How so? Well, with economic growth chugging along, employment will continue to increase, meaning that people will have more money […]
Buying a home costs money. Lots of money. There’s the down payment and the monthly mortgage payment and the maintenance and taxes and the insurance and… Are you overwhelmed yet? It might seem like so much that you just want to put off the house hunt and sign that yearlong lease with your landlord (even though he […]
This article from RealtorMag shows the 7 worst markets for renters to become homeowners… First-time home buyers are facing tougher mortgage underwriting standards and tight inventories in the lower-priced home market, says National Association of REALTORS® President Steve Brown. It’s preventing some renters from purchasing homes, housing experts say. In some markets, renters are […]
What to consider before installing a pool in Lapeer Michigan…The decision to build an in ground pool isn’t one to take lightly. Apart from the installation costs, which typically run into the tens of thousands of dollars, you have to factor in ongoing maintenance expenses as well as insurance and tax implications. And you can’t […]
First impressions are lasting. Some buyers won’t even look at the inside of a listing that doesn’t have good curb appeal. Today’s buyers are picky. There is no sense of urgency in the market, so buyers are holding out for the best home they can find that will work for them for years to come. […]