For the first time since 2011, incomes are rising at a faster pace than house values, according to recent data released by the U.S. Census Bureau and as reported by Zillow. The report shows home values rose at a 5% annual rate while incomes grew by 5.2%. Home values and rents climbing across ... » Learn More about Home values and rents climbing across major metros as inventory continuously falls
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Organizing Techniques Only the Pros Know
Many people who opt never to work with a professional set out with the best of intentions. They dive into a project after seeing an organizing idea in a magazine or on Pinterest. They drive to the store for organizing products they haven’t completely considered. Suddenly, they find themselves at ... » Learn More about Organizing Techniques Only the Pros Know
Housing sales, median selling prices increase in August
Florida's housing market reported more closed sales, higher median prices, more new listings and fewer all-cash closed sales in August, according to the latest housing data released by Florida Realtors®. Closed sales of single-family homes statewide totaled 25,070 last month, up 8.2% from August ... » Learn More about Housing sales, median selling prices increase in August
Items New Homeowners Should Do to Prep for Winter and fall
Fall is just around the corner, and not long after that winter will follow. This means that it is now time to get started on thinking about the best way to ready your home for what’s heading your way. For new homeowners spending their first fall and winter in their new home, this preparation is even ... » Learn More about Items New Homeowners Should Do to Prep for Winter and fall
Lesson for Sellers on Disclosures
Sellers may feel reluctant to reveal any minor problems with their home, afraid they’ll scare off buyers. But here’s a warning for sellers: They may land in legal trouble if they fail to completely fill out the disclosures and disclose any defects that they are aware of. Lesson for Sellers on ... » Learn More about Lesson for Sellers on Disclosures