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Stage the Bathroom: 7 Simple Ideas

Posted on December 2, 2015 by Erin Johnston

By Melissa Dittmann Tracey, REALTOR® Magazine Since 2000, the standard home for-sale was about 1,800 square feet – which mostly stayed steady for several years. But lately, the standard new home has swelled to 2,200 square feet, according to the … Continue reading →

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4 Renovation Blunders That Can Hamper Value

Posted on November 30, 2015 by Erin Johnston

Daily Real Estate News | Friday, November 20, 2015 Renovations are mostly done not only for a home owner’s comfort but to add value to their home. However, in some cases, home owners may end up making their home worth … Continue reading →

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The Understated Master Bathroom

Posted on November 18, 2015 by Erin Johnston

Forget the extravagant bling of the 1980s and monochromatic spa look of more recent years. Home owners desire a more affordable, personal style, along with water and energy conservation. By Barbara Ballinger Master bathrooms, along with the average home’s overall … Continue reading →

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For Owners: Best Time to Remodel Is Now

Posted on October 19, 2015 by Erin Johnston

Daily Real Estate News | Monday, October 19, 2015 As home values continue to rise, more home owners may find now is the best time to add to that value even more. Spending on home remodeling is expected to climb … Continue reading →

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Mortgage Rates Are Staying Below 4%

Posted on October 16, 2015 by Erin Johnston

Daily Real Estate News | Friday, October 16, 2015 Interest rates may remain lower longer than originally expected. The Federal Reserve released recent comments that suggested it may continue to hold off in raising short-term interest rates and weaker-than-expected consumer … Continue reading →

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New Mortgage Rules Soften Loan Demand

Posted on October 14, 2015 by Erin Johnston

Daily Real Estate News | Wednesday, October 14, 2015 The rate of mortgage applications has been volatile in recent weeks: The latest numbers show applications dipped 27.6 percent week-over-week on a seasonally adjusted basis for the week ending Oct. 9, the … Continue reading →

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Savings Have Dried Up for Most Americans

Posted on October 12, 2015 by Erin Johnston

Daily Real Estate News | Monday, October 12, 2015 Here’s why saving for a down payment on a home purchase is a growing challenge for many Americans: About 62 percent of Americans have less than $1,000 in their savings accounts, … Continue reading →

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7 Reasons to Own Your Home

Posted on September 28, 2015 by Erin Johnston

  Tax breaks. The U.S. Tax Code lets you deduct the interest you pay on your mortgage, your property taxes, as well as some of the costs involved in buying your home. Appreciation. Real estate has long-term, stable growth in … Continue reading →

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Fed Votes to Hold Off on Rate Hike, For Now

Posted on September 18, 2015 by Erin Johnston

Daily Real Estate News | Friday, September 18, 2015 The Federal Reserve voted Thursday to keep interest rates unchanged, amid concerns over the global economy and financial market volatility. But Fed officials hinted that a modest policy tightening could occur … Continue reading →

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