by Alicia Persson | Jul 10, 2023 | Real Estate Trends
Why is Pickleball so popular right now? This fastest-growing sport has taken America by storm, with the number of people playing it growing by a whopping 159% between 2019-2022. In 2023, its popularity still surges, prompting communities to offer Pickleball courts as...
by Alicia Persson | Jul 7, 2023 | Real Estate Trends
It’s no secret that tech-based iBuying has hit a rough patch. While fast offers to cash out seem like an attractive proposition, iBuyers that rely too much on algorithms to make cash offers on homes miss out on a lot of details. This results in “too good to be true”...
by Alicia Persson | Jun 30, 2023 | Investment Properties
How much does it cost to flip a house? This is a question investors ask when they are interested in fixing and flipping a property for quick profit. The cost of flipping a house can vary greatly based on several factors, such as its purchase price, cost to remodel and...
by Alicia Persson | Jun 27, 2023 | Home Living, New Construction Homes
Is it cheaper to buy a new home or renovate? It depends. In this season of sustained high-interest rates, many homeowners wonder if they should get a new construction home or fix their existing one. Both paths have advantages, disadvantages, and cost considerations....
by Alicia Persson | Jun 26, 2023 | Investment Properties
What are the best houses to flip? The best houses to flip are properties that, when sold, have an acceptable profit margin. House flippers, unlike buy-and-hold investors, are not interested in long-term rentals and ongoing renovations. They are in the business of...
by Alicia Persson | Jun 16, 2023 | Buying Homes, Real Estate Education
What is a Buyer’s Market? What is a buyer’s market? A buyer’s market is a term used in real estate to describe a market condition in which buyers typically have the upper hand. In general, there are more properties for sale than available buyers. In...
by Alicia Persson | Jun 14, 2023 | Selling Homes
What’s a Seller’s Market? What is a seller’s market? If you spend any time in the real estate space, whether you need to sell a home or buy a new construction home, you will hear talk about being in a buyer or seller’s market. Your real estate...
by Alicia Persson | Jun 9, 2023 | Home Living
How Much Does Exterior Paint Cost? Got worn-out shutters that need some TLC with fresh exterior paint? Or how about sprucing up some tired-looking stucco siding? Whether you need to paint a few areas or cover a whole brick facade, it is important to get good-quality...
by Alicia Persson | Jun 7, 2023 | Selling Homes
How Long Does a House Stay on The Market in 2023? If you plan to list your home for sale this year, it’s strategic to know how long you can expect it to be on the market. Knowing this average timeline gives you a fair idea of how much time you have to look for...
by Alicia Persson | Jun 6, 2023 | New Construction Homes, Real Estate Trends
What Are Build-For-Rent Homes? Build-for-rent homes are townhouses or single-family houses built for the express purpose of renting to tenants. They are also known as build-to-rent or BFR homes and are growing in popularity in recent months. Build-for-rent communities...
by Alicia Persson | Jun 1, 2023 | Buying Homes
To buy a house or wait: That is the question on many people’s minds. You don’t have to look far to see many news articles about housing affordability concerns amid elevated interest rates and the prospect of a recession. But do all these trends mean that it’s...
by Alicia Persson | May 30, 2023 | Property Management
Managing a portfolio of real estate investments comes with many responsibilities, which is why investors often choose to outsource these services. National property management companies can help investors maximize their time and investment potential. They also...
by Alicia Persson | May 22, 2023 | Investment Properties, Property Management
How much does property management cost? Are you considering real estate investment but don’t want it to take over your life? You’re not alone — less than half of landlords — 45% to be exact — actually manage their own properties. Those that turn over...
by Alicia Persson | May 15, 2023 | Buying Homes, New Construction Homes, Selling Homes
Sell and Stay Programs Near Me Are you dreaming about buying a new construction home, but the nightmare logistics of selling your existing home are holding you back? Well, worry no more! There can be a solution for your existing home to make buying a dream new...
by Alicia Persson | May 11, 2023 | Property Management
Looking for a property management company can be overwhelming, especially if you’re a property owner who has multiple investments in different states. With so many options available, it can be difficult to know where to start. We understand that leasing your...
by Alicia Persson | May 9, 2023 | Real Estate Finance
Virginia Down Payment Assistance Programs If you live in the Commonwealth of Virginia, you can potentially receive grants to pay for closing costs and down payments for a home loan. The Virginia Housing Development Authority, established in 1972, raises money in...
by Andy Satkowiak | May 8, 2023 | Real Estate Trends
A closer look at the 2023 bank failures … and what does this mean for homebuyers?? After the fall of three prominent banks in 2023, people are understandably concerned. While emergency funds ensured that employees that depended on these banks were paid, the...
by Alicia Persson | May 3, 2023 | Real Estate Finance
Down Payment Help in Maryland Every state has unique programs that can help homebuyers access funds to buy a home. Instead of reinventing the wheel, The Mortgage Reports made a comprehensive list of homebuying assistance and grant programs for all 50 states. When it...
