Real Estate Industry

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Recent blogs on Real Estate Industry
By Ron Cedillo, Helping People and Enjoying Life
(Home Buyers Realty)
One of the very last steps in the home buying purchase is doing a final walk-through of your soon-to-be new home.But while it might be one of the last steps, it’s also one of the most important steps. As a buyer, it’s important to do everything you can to make sure you walk out of that final walk-through armed with the information you need to move forward with your purchase.So how, exactly, do you do that?A recent article from realtor.com outlined tips to ensure you get the most out of your final walk-through, including: Make a checklist. As the old saying goes, failing to prepare is preparing to fail. Before you walk-through, make a checklist of all of the items you want to check, inspect, and review; that way, you’ll be prepared and won’t miss anything important. Inspect hard-to-reach...
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Active adult or 55+ communities offer more freedom and lifestyle options than the typical retirement home. However, there are still some factors you may need to consider. By asking the questions below, you can narrow available options and choose a 55+ community that suits your unique preferences. “Do you offer single-family homes, attached homes, or both?”One of the top reasons why 55+ communities continue to gain traction is their flexible array of housing options. While many retirement homes are limited to multi-family housing, apartments, or attached homes, 55+ communities typically offer a wider variety of options. Here are some of the types of housing you can expect to find in 55+ communities: Single-family houses Condos Patio homes Townhouses Apartments Mobile homes “Is there a co...
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By Greg Tresler, We Buy Houses For Cash As Is! House Buyers Florida
(House Buyers Florida)
Top Strategies to Accelerate Your Home Sale: Insider Tips & Expert Advice for a Hassle-free ExperienceWhen selling your home, you want to ensure the process goes as quickly and smoothly as possible. But with ever-changing real estate markets and various factors impacting the sale of your home, it can be challenging to know what steps you should take to get top dollar for your property and close quickly. Thankfully, many strategies are available to help homeowners achieve their desired outcome when selling their homes.  In this blog post, we'll discuss some insider tips from real estate agents, financial advisors, and other experts who know what it takes to accelerate a successful home sale. So if you're ready to start optimizing the timing and price of your home sale, keep reading! Top ...
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By Greg Tresler, We Buy Houses For Cash As Is! House Buyers Florida
(House Buyers Florida)
 Are you dreaming of finding and buying the perfect home in Hialeah, Florida? You’re not alone! Homeownership is an attainable goal for everyone, whether you’re a first-time buyer or have been through the process before. Knowing what resources to use and how to navigate purchasing information can give you an edge when it comes to making that purchase decision. In this blog post, we will walk you through some helpful tips and resources that can help make your dream of owning property a reality. Motivation for First-Time Homebuyers in HialeahHialeah, Florida is an attractive option for first-time homebuyers thanks to a combination of great neighborhoods, reliable property values, and access to amenities like top-tier schools and recreational activities. Residents are motivated to invest i...
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(Bottom Line University)
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By Katina Hargrove 352-551-0308, Broker/Owner, GRI,SFR, REALTOR®
(Stake Your Land Realty, Inc.)
Buying or selling a home can be trickier than finding a leprechaun's pot of gold. But a four-leaf clover won't help; only an expert agent will – like me! Consider me your lucky charm. Just message me to start your journey; I'm ready to shamrock & roll!Visit my website at https://www.stakeyourland.com or call me at 352-551-0308
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By Katina Hargrove 352-551-0308, Broker/Owner, GRI,SFR, REALTOR®
(Stake Your Land Realty, Inc.)
Buying or selling a home can be trickier than finding a leprechaun's pot of gold. But a four-leaf clover won't help; only an expert agent will – like me! Consider me your lucky charm. Just message me to start your journey; I'm ready to shamrock & roll!Visit my website at https://www.stakeyourland.com or call me at 352-551-0308
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By Katina Hargrove 352-551-0308, Broker/Owner, GRI,SFR, REALTOR®
(Stake Your Land Realty, Inc.)
Buying or selling a home can be trickier than finding a leprechaun's pot of gold. But a four-leaf clover won't help; only an expert agent will – like me! Consider me your lucky charm. Just message me to start your journey; I'm ready to shamrock & roll!Visit my website at https://www.stakeyourland.com or call me at 352-551-0308
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By Katina Hargrove 352-551-0308, Broker/Owner, GRI,SFR, REALTOR®
(Stake Your Land Realty, Inc.)
Buying or selling a home can be trickier than finding a leprechaun's pot of gold. But a four-leaf clover won't help; only an expert agent will – like me! Consider me your lucky charm. Just message me to start your journey; I'm ready to shamrock & roll!Visit my website at https://www.stakeyourland.com or call me at 352-551-0308
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By Katina Hargrove 352-551-0308, Broker/Owner, GRI,SFR, REALTOR®
(Stake Your Land Realty, Inc.)
Buying or selling a home can be trickier than finding a leprechaun's pot of gold. But a four-leaf clover won't help; only an expert agent will – like me! Consider me your lucky charm. Just message me to start your journey; I'm ready to shamrock & roll!Visit my website at https://www.stakeyourland.com or call me at 352-551-0308
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By Katina Hargrove 352-551-0308, Broker/Owner, GRI,SFR, REALTOR®
(Stake Your Land Realty, Inc.)
Buying or selling a home can be trickier than finding a leprechaun's pot of gold. But a four-leaf clover won't help; only an expert agent will – like me! Consider me your lucky charm. Just message me to start your journey; I'm ready to shamrock & roll!Visit my website at https://www.stakeyourland.com or call me at 352-551-0308
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By Katina Hargrove 352-551-0308, Broker/Owner, GRI,SFR, REALTOR®
(Stake Your Land Realty, Inc.)
Buying or selling a home can be trickier than finding a leprechaun's pot of gold. But a four-leaf clover won't help; only an expert agent will – like me! Consider me your lucky charm. Just message me to start your journey; I'm ready to shamrock & roll!Visit my website at https://www.stakeyourland.com or call me at 352-551-0308
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By Katina Hargrove 352-551-0308, Broker/Owner, GRI,SFR, REALTOR®
(Stake Your Land Realty, Inc.)
Buying or selling a home can be trickier than finding a leprechaun's pot of gold. But a four-leaf clover won't help; only an expert agent will – like me! Consider me your lucky charm. Just message me to start your journey; I'm ready to shamrock & roll!Visit my website at https://www.stakeyourland.com or call me at 352-551-0308
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By Katina Hargrove 352-551-0308, Broker/Owner, GRI,SFR, REALTOR®
(Stake Your Land Realty, Inc.)
Buying or selling a home can be trickier than finding a leprechaun's pot of gold. But a four-leaf clover won't help; only an expert agent will – like me! Consider me your lucky charm. Just message me to start your journey; I'm ready to shamrock & roll!Visit my website at https://www.stakeyourland.com or call me at 352-551-0308
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By Katina Hargrove 352-551-0308, Broker/Owner, GRI,SFR, REALTOR®
(Stake Your Land Realty, Inc.)
Buying or selling a home can be trickier than finding a leprechaun's pot of gold. But a four-leaf clover won't help; only an expert agent will – like me! Consider me your lucky charm. Just message me to start your journey; I'm ready to shamrock & roll!Visit my website at https://www.stakeyourland.com or call me at 352-551-0308
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By Stephen Fells, Marketing, Technology, Fun and News!
(AgencyLogic)
Everyday AgencyLogic publishes real estate news and press releases from around the country.  Here are this weeks press releases: Redfin Reports Rents Drop to Lowest Level in a Year Coldwell Banker Global Luxury's "The Report" Identifies the 2023 Trends and Opportunity Markets Impacting Global Luxury Real Estate Redfin Reports Homebuyers’ Monthly Payments Hit All-Time High As Mortgage Rates Rise The U.S. Has Lost 58 'Million-Dollar' Cities Since The Market's Peak in July Keller Williams Reports Year-End Results NAR Will Host Policy Forum to Showcase 2023 Housing Priorities Get Ready - The Best Time to Sell is April 16-22, according to Realtor.com® Redfin Reports Nearly Half of Home Sellers Are Making Concessions to Woo Buyers RE/MAX National Housing Report for February 2023 More Favorabl...
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By Greg Tresler, We Buy Houses For Cash As Is! House Buyers Florida
(House Buyers Florida)
 Are you considering selling your home in St Petersburg, Florida? There are a variety of ways to go about it. You could enlist the help of a real estate agent, list on the open market or even sell directly to an experienced house buyer. Selling directly can be beneficial for many reasons – from quicker transactions and money savings, to less hassles throughout the process. In this post we will explore five key benefits associated with selling your home directly to a cash house buying company like We Buy Pinellas Houses. Selling Directly Means Getting Paid FastIf you're selling a home to a house buyer in St. Petersburg, it's important to understand the timeline for payment and what types of payment methods are available. Generally speaking, cash transactions are usually the quickest way ...
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By Ron Cedillo, Helping People and Enjoying Life
(Home Buyers Realty)
No one likes paying taxes. But if you’re selling your home, there may be ways you can leverage your home sale to lower your tax bill.So how, exactly, do you do that?A recent article from realtor.com outlined key tax deductions, write-offs, and exemptions available to home sellers, including: Selling costs. Legal fees. Escrow fees. Real estate commissions. Even home staging! As long as the property is a primary residence and you’ve lived in the home for at least two of the last five years, any expenses directly related to selling your home are deductible in that you can subtract them from the sales price of your home, which impacts your capital gains tax—and can definitely help you save some money. Home improvements. If you improved your home in order to make it more appealing to buyers,...
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By Eric Lawrence Frazier MBA, Founder and CEO of The Power Is Now Media, Inc.
(The Power Is Now Media, Inc. )
 In this episode, Eric L. Frazier, Host of The Eric Frazier Show and President and CEO of The Power Is Now Media Inc. discusses the state of the market and what sellers and buyers should do.  The actions of the Fed have the economy in a tailspin.  Should buyers stop buying?  Of course not.  Should sellers stop selling?  Absolutely not!.  This, too, shall pass; no one is flipping real estate today.   Buy and hold.  Sell and buy again and stay put.  If you need Eric Frazier's assistance with any resources related to buying, selling, or financing your homeownership dreams, don't hesitate to get in touch with him at 714-475-8629 or by email at eric.frazier@thepowerisnow.com
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By Brian Kidder, MyEListing.com Analyst and Writer
(MyEListing.com)
Q4 2022 Office Space Report: Dallas, TXDallas, Texas, is one of the nation’s most popular business hubs, and it’s not hard to see why. Lower taxes, less stringent industry regulation​​s, and a sunny climate encourage relocation. The most recent numbers for Dallas’s office space market were mixed: Even though the previous quarter of 2022 saw negative absorption, the total absorption for 2022 was just over 1.8 million square feet (MSF).  Class A space came in first with over 1.5 MSF of absorption. Recently, Dallas landlords were discovered offering flexible options for renewing tenants, especially those experiencing “sticker shock” when quoted their new rate.General Area Overview & DemographicsDallas is famous for the Southern friendliness of its people, a vibrant art and music scene, and...
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