Category: Home Buying
At $32.5M asking, this San Diego home could set a new record
In the hilly, seaside neighborhood of La Jolla in San Diego, a new cliffside mansion has recently hit the market. And it’s holding headlines with its ambitious asking price …
Take a look inside Bob Hope’s $29M estate
Billionaire Ron Burkle seems to have changed his mind about his ambitions plans for Bob Hope’s estate in Los Angeles’ Toluca Lake. When the investor / …
The hottest real estate markets of 2022 (so far)
The coronavirus pandemic saw many real estate markets leap upward. Some saw home prices jump over 40% in a single year! Pick your reason …
Can real estate help you retire early?
While people have been retiring early since there was work to shirk, the “FIRE movement” went mainstream in the early 2010s, popularized by Mr. Money Mustache and a …
Your ultimate guide to buying a single-family home
It’s no secret that the price tags of single-family homes (the ideal dwelling in terms of space, independence, and resale value) have spiked, and many current …
Here’s why new home sales are plunging across the US
Sales of new single-family houses dropped for the fourth consecutive month in the United States, as potential home buyers face a perfect storm of unfavorable conditions. …
Do you really save money when utilities are included in rent?
Property owners have the opportunity, in most cities, to decide whether they want to include utilities in their tenants’ rent. While it may simplify matters …
Is a multi-family home a good investment for you?
Multifamily property has the power to generate cash flow and build wealth. Yet it also has the power to drain you of your free time …
Got the market ‘slowdown scaries?’ Here’s why it may actually be good for homebuyers
Slowdown Scaries There are a number of indicators that attempt to predict a slowdown before it starts, one of which is the Conference Board’s Leading …
This striking desert oasis will give you serious home envy
The minimalist contemporary home was designed by LA-based architectural firm Woods + Dangaran and sits in the hillside enclave of Desert Palisades. Image Credit: Joe Fletcher …
Why real estate investors think they can win big in this Florida city
One could argue that Jacksonville’s less-than-stellar reputation in pop culture (think cultural backwater populated by hillbillies, a city that couldn’t supply enough hotel rooms at …
Here’s how much real estate $1M will get you around the world
So, you’ve got a million dollars burning a hole in your pocket and you’re looking to put a luxury roof over your head? Using data from Knight Frank, this …
Can you really pay off a mortgage in just 5 years?
Paying off your mortgage ahead of time might sound like an incredibly savvy thing to do, and in some cases, it is. But it’s not …
Ready to buy a home? Watch out for this affect of inflation
While the inflation rate doesn’t directly impact mortgage rates, the two tend to move in tandem. Rising inflation can shrink purchasing power as prices of …
Seniors, here’s how to find the right retirement housing
Retirement housing isn’t just about location, location, location! One of the many wonderful aspects of being a retiree is the freedom to explore the wide …
These home upgrade costs increased the most during Covid
While stuck at home at the start of Covid-19, many Americans decided to finally tackle home renovations they had on their to-do lists for years. …
Why aren’t more homebuyers comparing mortgage rates
Can you be sure you snagged the lowest mortgage rate possible if you didn’t compare offers from different lenders? For many American homeowners surveyed by …
Can you really afford to be a homeowner right now?
Buying your first home is a milestone that’s often wrought with emotion. You may feel excited, exhilarated and exhausted all at once — and for …
Can you really afford to be a homeowner right now?
Buying your first home is a milestone that’s often wrought with emotion. You may feel excited, exhilarated and exhausted all at once — and for …
New US homes come at a new record-high price
New single-family homes built and sold in the U.S. are growing increasingly pricey. While in 2002, the average price of such a home was $228,700, …
How to find the best contractor for your home project
You’re ready to make home improvements. When looking for a trustworthy pro, it’s a good idea to get referrals, check references, get bids, and nail …
The world’s most expensive real estate market
Big cities like Hong Kong or San Francisco are well-known for their expensive real estate markets. But there are also a lot of housing markets …
Are we in another housing market bubble? Will it burst again?
The housing market is out of control in many areas of the country, with record-high home prices and record-low inventories. Prices had been steadily increasing since 2012, …
Just how much home does $1,500 get you across the US?
A RentCafe analysis of Yardi Matrix data has revealed the U.S. city where renters get the most space on average for a monthly outlay of $1,500. You …
Most Americans can’t afford a home in these US cities
Rising interest rates have a great impact on affordability of single-family homes. But what types of buyers and investors will face the greatest headwinds? And …
Here’s the real reason home prices are still so high
U.S. home prices have kept on climbing in the pandemic housing boom, leaving many potential buyers wondering how they can afford a place of their own …
Still trying to buy a home? We may have some good news…
Growing Supply The run-up in housing prices over the last two years has been well documented. As large numbers of people stopped renting and bought …
9 ways to invest $1K or less in real estate
At the risk of stating the obvious, real estate costs a lot. That makes it expensive to invest in and difficult to diversify among real estate …
31 things that can go wrong when you build a new home
Buying an existing home can be a complicated and expensive affair. Buyers can try to reduce their transaction costs by using a discount real estate broker or simplify …
The secret playbook for making money in real estate
One of the largest sectors in both the U.S. and world economies, real estate offers countless ways to make money. You can invest in it, of …
