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Pending Home Sales Leap 5.5% in February

Posted on March 29, 2017 by Debbie Prosser

WASHINGTON (March 29, 2017) — Pending home sales rebounded sharply in February to their highest level in nearly a year and second-highest level in over a decade, according to the National Association of Realtors®. All major regions saw a notable … Continue reading →

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Are You a Cheap vs. Frugal Homeowner? How to Tell the Difference

Posted on March 28, 2017 by Debbie Prosser

Sometimes trying to save will actually cost you more. Here’s when that happens. You’ve got all the loyalty apps (free burrito after you buy 10!), you shopped around for the lowest rate on your mortgage, and you never go to … Continue reading →

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How a Smart Home Is at Risk

Posted on March 23, 2017 by Debbie Prosser

Daily Real Estate News | Thursday, March 23, 2017 Smart homes can be susceptible to viruses, if homeowners aren’t careful. Many smart home devices are vulnerable, security experts say. A flood of inexpensive security cameras, thermostats, and other internet-connected devices … Continue reading →

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8 Popular Tips That Cost Homeowners More in the Long Run

Posted on March 20, 2017 by Debbie Prosser

Hacks and advice that are more hurtful than helpful. You’re always on the lookout for smart ideas and hacks to manage your home (and save money!) — whether that means listening to the wisdom of your parents who’ve owned a … Continue reading →

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What Do Real Estate Pros Look for When It’s Their Turn to Buy?

Posted on March 16, 2017 by Debbie Prosser

What you really need to know about buying — from the people who house hunt for a living. Take the long view when you’re buying, says Chicago agent Pekarsky. He plans to start a family in a few years, so … Continue reading →

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Buy vs. Rent Index Says ‘Buy’

Posted on March 10, 2017 by Debbie Prosser

Daily Real Estate News | Friday, March 10, 2017 The escalating costs of renting are making it a better time to purchase a home in most cities across the country, according to the Florida Atlantic University and Florida International University’s … Continue reading →

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Homeowners Living Farther From Their Work

Posted on February 27, 2017 by Debbie Prosser

Daily Real Estate News | Monday, February 27, 2017 The typical American commute continues to get longer and longer. The average commute time grew to 26.4 minutes, according to the latest numbers from the U.S. Census Bureau. Multiplied out, the … Continue reading →

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Existing-Home Sales Jump in January

Posted on February 22, 2017 by Debbie Prosser

WASHINGTON (February 22, 2017) — Existing-home sales stepped out to a fast start in 2017, surpassing a recent cyclical high and increasing in January to the fastest pace in almost a decade, according to the National Association of Realtors®. All … Continue reading →

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Housing Crunch to Hold in Most Price Ranges

Posted on February 17, 2017 by Debbie Prosser

Daily Real Estate News | Friday, February 17, 2017 Home buyers at many income levels likely will see an inadequate amount of homes for sale in their price range in the coming months, according to a new housing affordability model … Continue reading →

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Tag Archives: homeowners

Pending Home Sales Leap 5.5% in February

Are You a Cheap vs. Frugal Homeowner? How to Tell the Difference

How a Smart Home Is at Risk

8 Popular Tips That Cost Homeowners More in the Long Run

What Do Real Estate Pros Look for When It’s Their Turn to Buy?

Buy vs. Rent Index Says ‘Buy’

Homeowners Living Farther From Their Work

Existing-Home Sales Jump in January

Housing Crunch to Hold in Most Price Ranges

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