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Where Homeowners, HOAs Bump Heads the Most

Posted on September 24, 2019 by Debbie Prosser

September 24, 2019 More people are purchasing homes in neighborhoods governed by a homeowners association. While HOA rules aim to establish order and consistency in a community, many homeowners say they often feel bylaws are intrusive. “Nit-picky rules are often … Continue reading →

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Existing-Home Sales Increase 1.3% in August

Posted on September 20, 2019 by Debbie Prosser

WASHINGTON (September 19, 2019) – Existing-home sales inched up in August, marking two consecutive months of growth, according to the National Association of Realtors®. Three of the four major regions reported a rise in sales, while the West recorded a … Continue reading →

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Information Regarding Zillow Zestimates

Posted on September 17, 2019 by Debbie Prosser

Attached to this is a link to an article published in the Tri-Cities Journal of Business spelling out the discrepancies between actual home values and Zestimates. Data on 532 local homes shows Zillow’s numbers run too high. Reprinted with the … Continue reading →

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Priced Out Young Adults Shop for Investment Homes Far Away

Posted on September 12, 2019 by Debbie Prosser

September 11, 2019 Millennials who have been priced out of their local housing market are jumping online and searching for investment properties to buy elsewhere, Curbed.com reports. “We find that millennials see the investment landscape very different than their parents … Continue reading →

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Existing-Home Sales Climb 2.5% in July

Posted on August 26, 2019 by Debbie Prosser

WASHINGTON (August 21, 2019) – Existing-home sales strengthened in July, a positive reversal after total sales were down slightly in the previous month, according to the National Association of Realtors®. Although Northeast transactions declined, the other three major U.S. regions … Continue reading →

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Mouth-Watering Outdoor Kitchens

Posted on August 7, 2019 by Debbie Prosser

What they typically cost, and tips for getting the most return on your investment. Building an outdoor kitchen is more than an indulgence: These backyard beauties can improve your home’s value. Outdoor kitchens typically get a 71% return on investment, … Continue reading →

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NAR: Home Prices Post More Gains in Second Quarter

Posted on August 7, 2019 by Debbie Prosser

August 7, 2019 Home prices in the second quarter continued to rise in the majority of housing markets across the country. Ninety-one percent of 178 metros tracked saw home price gains in the second quarter, according to the latest report … Continue reading →

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What the Fed’s Rate Cut Means for Buyers

Posted on August 1, 2019 by Debbie Prosser

The Federal Reserve on Wednesday cut interest rates for the first time since the Great Recession took hold in 2008, though the move is not likely to deliver significant juice to an already favorable borrowing environment for home buyers. The … Continue reading →

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Stress-Free Homes Are a Trending Niche

Posted on July 23, 2019 by Debbie Prosser

From family and jobs to finances and health, life can get complicated. “Zen is in demand,” as one real estate pro says. Learn how you can provide that. n Whether it’s a luxurious $45 million estate in California or a … Continue reading →

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Category Archives: Real Estate News

Where Homeowners, HOAs Bump Heads the Most

Existing-Home Sales Increase 1.3% in August

Information Regarding Zillow Zestimates

Priced Out Young Adults Shop for Investment Homes Far Away

Existing-Home Sales Climb 2.5% in July

Mouth-Watering Outdoor Kitchens

NAR: Home Prices Post More Gains in Second Quarter

What the Fed’s Rate Cut Means for Buyers

Stress-Free Homes Are a Trending Niche

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