Posted on Aug 19, 2021
Florida’s housing market is hot, and the high cost of homes right now has a lot of people wondering: is it better to build? According to the Sun Sentinel, sales for newly constructed homes in South Florida have surged 113% this year compared to last. If you’re struggling to buy a home, is building ...
Posted on Aug 16, 2021
What is the Redfin Estimate? The Redfin estimate is a home valuation tool provided by real estate brokerage Redfin - it can also be referred to as an AVM (automated valuation model). The estimate is calculated using data from MLSs (multiple listing services) to predict how much a home will be worth...
Posted on Aug 12, 2021
The baby boomers have finally reached their golden years: with an age range of 57 to 75 years old, many of them are now retiring, traveling, and downsizing their homes; or are they? Although conventional wisdom indicates that baby boomers are eager to find their “forever home,” or what's also calle...
Posted on Aug 09, 2021
For many people, Conshohocken is considered one of the best Philadelphia suburbs for commuting. It's close enough for a reasonable commute to Center City (or KOP), but far enough from the city for it to have a distinct vibe of its own. This area is popular amongst both young families who want dista...
Posted on Aug 05, 2021
From beaches and walkable historic districts to a laid-back waterfront downtown area, Jacksonville has a lot to offer. The Jacksonville, FL real estate market is fairly competitive right now, so it pays to know what you’re getting yourself into. Every city and state presents unique challenges for b...
Posted on Aug 03, 2021
Thanks in part to the competitive housing market, homebuyers are especially conscious of viewing their home as an investment. High costs have been encouraging people to try and figure out what the next “hot” neighborhood will be - since the currently hot neighborhoods are often out of budget. The b...
Posted on Jul 29, 2021
When people think of Philadelphia neighborhoods, areas like Rittenhouse, Fishtown, and Old City spring to mind. However, a large percentage of the city’s employees actually opt to live outside the city, rather than within it. According to the U.S. Census, around a quarter of a million people commute...
Posted on Jul 28, 2021
Potential home buyers typically budget for their down payment, but people new to buying a home may forget about closing costs completely. They shouldn’t, though: closing costs represent a substantial amount of money - sometimes as much as the down payment. In Florida, you can expect closing costs ...
Posted on Jul 22, 2021
When Biden became president last year, one of his priorities was to address the issue of housing affordability. Since election day, Biden and his team have proposed a wide range of potential solutions to the current issues. So how could these changes end up impacting the overall housing market - an...