Tag: housing market
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What is an Inventory Home?
Read more: What is an Inventory Home?You might imagine the experience of buying your dream home as starting with an empty lot, picking every feature from the layout of the floor plan to the color of the drapes, and then settling in to wait while your home is built completely from scratch. It’s a time-honored process that works wonders for many,…
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Real Estate Trends to Jump On
Read more: Real Estate Trends to Jump OnSo many exciting trends are happening in real estate! Here are just a few to think about when you’re in the market for a new home. Homes with smaller footprints The tiny house movement takes this trend to an extreme, but even more traditional homebuyers are considering floor plans with a smaller footprint. This may…
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4 Reasons to Buy a Home in the Summer
Read more: 4 Reasons to Buy a Home in the SummerWith vacations on the calendar and leisure in the air, real estate can sometimes slow down in the summer. But if moving isn’t on your mind, you may want to reconsider. Buying a new home during the summer season has its perks! More personalized time and attention If the market is experiencing a seasonal lull,…
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Getting Ahead of the Bidding War Game
Read more: Getting Ahead of the Bidding War GamePicture this. A home goes up for sale in a sought-after neighborhood. Maybe it’s located in a well-rated school district or offers an ideal commute to work. You see that the home is in your range and try to beat the competition with a fast offer above asking price (this isn’t the first home you’ve…
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Next-level Strategies for Selling a House
Read more: Next-level Strategies for Selling a HouseIn a bustling real estate market, it pays to find ways to stand out from the crowd. If your budget allows you to get creative, consider these next-level strategies for selling a house that others have tried—and which might attract the right buyer for you! Host an open house that raises the roof. Rather than…
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Which Homebuilder is the Best?
Read more: Which Homebuilder is the Best?Just starting your new home search? Well, you may soon realize that not all homebuilders are created equal. Don’t assume every builder offers the same standard home features and options. Instead, do a little house-hunting homework. Here are some questions to keep in mind when comparing various homebuilders: How long have you been in business?…
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Contracting on a New Home in the Fall
Read more: Contracting on a New Home in the FallWhy October is a great time to buy The leaves are falling, the telltale pumpkin spices are in the air, and homebuyers are making their moves. What makes this season a great time to take the leap into homeownership? Let’s find out now… Avoid the holiday rush When you have a mile-long gift list and…
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What is a Seller’s Market in Real Estate?
Read more: What is a Seller’s Market in Real Estate?In real estate, a “seller’s market” occurs when the demand for housing exceeds the supply. This often results in multiple buyers competing for a single home. Cue the bidding wars… A seller’s market is obviously an ideal time to sell your home—especially if you have built up a lot of equity. But is it the…
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What Are House Hunters Looking for in 2016?
Read more: What Are House Hunters Looking for in 2016?From dedicated laundry rooms and outdoor living spaces to eat-in kitchens and walk-in pantries, here’s a look at the top structural items on homebuyers’ wish lists—plus a few more desirable features like exterior lighting, garage storage and hardwood floors. Check out our handy infographic and feel free to share it! If you like this post, don’t…
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Closing Out in 2015…
Read more: Closing Out in 2015…We’re opening scores of new neighborhoods this year—but we’re also selling our final homes at many others. Don’t miss your chance to make your home at these nearly-complete communities! You may even have a chance to snag a community’s model home, filled with structural upgrades and luxury finishes that showcase our craftsmanship. Click on each…
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Why Renters are Becoming Homebuyers in 2015
Read more: Why Renters are Becoming Homebuyers in 20152015 is shaping up to be a great year for first-time homebuyers, as the real estate market continues to enjoy a resurgence in new homes built, coupled with exciting new breaks designed to make homeownership more affordable. To get the full scoop, check out these four reasons renters are making the leap to homeownership in…
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Tips on Crafting a Listing to Help You Sell Your Home Faster
Read more: Tips on Crafting a Listing to Help You Sell Your Home FasterA successful listing is defined both by how well it’s written and by the quality of its exposure—that is to say, how well you’ve leveraged traditional mediums with newer web resources to tap into the largest pool of potential homebuyers. For tips on both fronts, check out our advice below on how to write a…
