Buying a home is a daunting process for everyone. With so much fine print to read through, options to consider and decisions to make, it’s not surprising we often hire somebody to help us with the process. If you’re self-employed, you could possibly face even more challenges with loans, deductions ... » Learn More about Suggestions for Buying A Home When You’re Self-Employed
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Redecorating Ideas for Your Empty Nest
Sure, you could possibly leave that cluttered room to be a shrine for your college freshman, but wouldn't you love to use that space? Break this news to your kid gently, don't throw anything out without talking to them and keep some closet space open for when they come back to visit. Then consider ... » Learn More about Redecorating Ideas for Your Empty Nest
Americans Want More Bathrooms in their new Home
The share of brand new homes began with three or more full bathrooms is on the rise. That also reflects builders’ focus on the higher-end, larger homes since the end of the Great Recession. 27% of new single-family homes started in 2015 had three full baths and 10% had four or more, Census Bureau ... » Learn More about Americans Want More Bathrooms in their new Home
October 2016 RE/MAX National Housing Report
Home-buyer Demand Remains Strong in September. Though posting a typical seasonal drop off from August, September’s U.S. home sales represented the most of any September in the 9-year history of the RE/MAX National Housing Report. Home sales dropped 11.7% from August to September - comparable to the ... » Learn More about October 2016 RE/MAX National Housing Report
FHA appraisers don’t have to switch on appliances
The National Association of Realtors® (NAR) raised concerns earlier this year when the Federal Housing Administration's (FHA) "Single Family Housing Policy Handbook" included a whole new requirement for appraisers. Under the guidelines, appraisers were required to operate and physically observe a ... » Learn More about FHA appraisers don’t have to switch on appliances