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Home Renovations Are On The Rise

edcurrie2020-06-19T12:40:43-04:00Real Estate|

Millennials are among the most common demographic buying homes today. According to numerous reports that have been published, many homeowners are planning on conducting a home improvement project this year. In large part, this is due to millennials wanting to improve their homes. Furthermore, home improvement projects may have bigger budgets this year when compared to prior years. It will be interesting to see what kind of home improvement projects unfold this coming year.

Low Maintenance Landscaping To Improve Curb Appeal

edcurrie2020-05-22T12:40:47-04:00Real Estate|

Attractive landscaping is one of the first things that potential home buyers notice. They may see the landscaping in the photos of a home for sale or may even do a physical drive-by. The view of the property from the street is called "curb appeal." It is important to make this be as nice as possible.

How Will Coronavirus Impact Our Real Estate Economy?

edcurrie2020-05-20T12:40:45-04:00Real Estate|

Without a doubt, the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic has impacted every part of the economy. This is a dangerous virus and has left many parts of the country on lockdown orders to prevent it from spreading rapidly. The question many people are asking is how much the real estate is going to be impacted by the virus as well.

3 Ways To Make Your Home Safer

edcurrie2020-05-19T12:40:46-04:00Real Estate|

In the wake of the recent news reports, you might be looking for ways to make your home safer. Some of the most common accidents and events that take place in homes include poisoning events, falls, and even burglaries. The good news is that there are ways to improve the safety of your home. You might even be rewarded with a lower home insurance premium!

Home Maintenance Projects That Could Save You Thousands On Repairs

edcurrie2020-05-12T12:40:42-04:00Real Estate|

Owning a house comes with major responsibilities and one of the most important is routine maintenance. While many people like to skip routine maintenance in an effort to save money, the reality is that these routine maintenance is going to save people down the road. The reality is that maintenance is a homeowner's first line of defense when it comes to protecting their most valuable investment, which is their home.

The 5 Best Power Tools For Home Improvement On The Market Today

edcurrie2020-05-08T12:40:42-04:00Real Estate|

For most people, their home is the most valuable investment they are ever going to make. Therefore, it should make sense that people will want to improve its value over time. In this case, people are going to need to invest in power tools. Those who are interested in home improvement projects need to know about the five most important power tools available in today's market.

What Is Pooled-Funds Investing?

edcurrie2020-05-07T12:40:45-04:00Real Estate|

Under the Jumpstart Our Business Startups (JOBS) Act, which was signed into law by President Obama on April 5, 2012, the Securities Exchange Commission (SEC) relaxed the rules about advertising investments. This allowed the trend of crowdfunding to expand dramatically giving real estate investors more opportunities for pooled-funds investing.

Why Most People Use A Real Estate Agent Or Broker To Buy A Property

edcurrie2020-04-29T12:40:41-04:00Real Estate|

One might wonder if the continued improvement in the access to online information about properties for sale has removed the need for working with a qualified real estate agent or broker. It has not.

The ‘Golden Girls’ Strategy? Elderly Adults Share Home Ownership

edcurrie2020-04-28T12:40:10-04:00Real Estate|

The "Golden Girls" trend got its name from the popular television sitcom about four elderly women who live together to share expenses. It is becoming a popular way in real life for elderly adults to share homeownership and it has many benefits.

Disruptive Technology And The Real Estate Market

edcurrie2020-04-22T12:40:47-04:00Real Estate|

Recent advancements in technology continue to disrupt the real estate market. This includes the use of "Big Data" for data mining, artificial intelligence combined with machine learning, augmented and virtual reality, use of drones, blockchain technology, and the ongoing deployment of 5G.

The Narrowing Gap Between Renting And Buying A Home In The US

edcurrie2020-04-17T12:40:16-04:00Real Estate|

According to data compiled by Realtor.com in the fourth quarter of 2019, it is still more affordable overall to rent versus buy a home -- but just barely. The median monthly mortgage payment at the end of 2019 was $1,600, while the median monthly rent payment was $1,319. This is largely due to steadily-increasing rates, rising home prices, and near-record-low mortgage rates.

What Should I Consider Most When Buying A Home This Year?

edcurrie2020-04-16T12:40:09-04:00Real Estate|

There are two times when it is best to buy a home. When you have to buy one and when you can afford to buy one. In general, owning a home is better than renting one because you are building up equity for yourself, instead of throwing your money away by helping the landlord buy the property with your rent money.