Scripps Networks Interactive surveyed 700 U.S. homeowners of all ages to find out why they'd purchase smart home technology. For most, tech updates were appealing if they provided additional comfort and security. How come people favor smart homes? Comfort and security Overall, ... » Learn More about How come people favor smart homes? Comfort and security
Housing Update
Florida features 4 out of the 5 top ‘hottest’ single-family markets
Among the 50 largest U.S. markets, the top five (in order) were Orlando, Palm Beach County, Fort Lauderdale, Tampa and Dallas, as outlined by Ten-X, an internet based marketplace. Each metro area had "a vigorous blend of consistently strong demand, home price appreciation, and economic and ... » Learn More about Florida features 4 out of the 5 top ‘hottest’ single-family markets
Not used to HOA Understand the covenants
Buyers considering a home in a community that has a homeowners association ( HOA ) should research an important set of rules known as restrictive covenants or CC&Rs. These are the basic rules established by the subdivision that they must follow in order to live there. The rules tend to be ... » Learn More about Not used to HOA Understand the covenants
January 2017 RE/MAX National Housing Report
Capped off by way of a strong December, 2016 was the very best year for U.S. home sales ever since the recession, based on the January 2017 RE/MAX National Housing Report. Home sales in 2016 were the greatest in the housing report’s eight-year history, topping the sales of 2015, the previously ... » Learn More about January 2017 RE/MAX National Housing Report
Which happens to be Cheaper: To purchase or Build New?
On the surface, buying an existing home seems like the most affordable route to go. After all, the median price of an existing single-family home is $223,000. In contrast, the typical cost to build new construction averages $289,415. Obviously, there exists quite a bit of variations in sorting ... » Learn More about Which happens to be Cheaper: To purchase or Build New?