2016 is a sellers market. This means more demand for homes and more competition between buyers, resulting in potential bidding wars and higher selling prices. That said, there are a few things that every seller should know about selling their home this year.
The 2016 housing market is predicted to be a seller’s market. So what does that mean for buyers this year?
Well, if you’re looking to purchase a home this year, you can expect increased prices, low supply and fierce competition. So, above all it’s important to keep an open mind and move quickly when you find a good match. Here are the top 3 key tips for buyers looking for a home this year...
The real estate market is ever-changing and right now that change is in favor of the sellers. If you're planning to put your house up for sale this year, there are some important things you should keep in mind..
It's that time of year - resolutions are flying around faster than you can blink. "Get fit", "eat healthy" and "drink less" are just a few of the more common promises people make themselves. But how about some uncommon ones? This year, focus on another significant investment in your life - your home.
Homeownership and the American dream seem to go hand-in-hand. To foster this goal, Congress has consistently practiced tax legislation that favors homeowners. So much so that our tax laws discriminate against renters, giving unequal tax benefits to homeowners.
For those who don't know, here is a list of tax deduction available to the average homeowner.
The Federal Reserve has finally raised its interest rate. The impact on savings accounts won't be huge, at least for now. However, with the December increase, the fed funds rate - which has been circling zero for the last six years - went up a quarter percent. Though this is a baby step, bigger changes could come in 2016 if the Fed continues to raise rates. So here's what millennial savers and borrowers should know and more improtantly, what to do about it.
Mortgage rates have been skimming rock bottom for a while now but they have finally started to rise again. Some homebuyers feel they've missed the window of opportunity. However, this is not the case. Here are a few reasons this year is a perfect time to finally become a homeowner.
16 easy and cost-effective way to give your home a makeover for the new year!
When it comes to buying a house, its no secret that we tend to “judge the book by its cover”. So, if you’re selling your home its important to make sure it looks as appealing as possible. Here are a few tweaks you can make to boost your selling price.
Tips to make your home cozy and appealing to prospective buyers.
There are several real estate actions that can help lower tax obligations. With the clock steadily counting down to the New Year, making a move on some of these tips will save you money in the coming year.
The cold winter's chill brings with it festive decor and lazy afternoons in front of the fire but it can also mean a higher electrical bill. Here are nine simple ways you can save a little money on heating and keep you nice and toasty this winter.
According to predictions from market researcher MarketsandMarkets the global smart home market will expand to around $58.7 billion 2020! That’s a 17 percent annual growth rate that’s going to create a huge market for state-of-the-art smart homes. So, in preparation for the movement toward more technologically advanced homes, here’s a run down of the three most common smart home features.
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