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, but they’ve accelerated since the onset of the COVID-19 […]
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 will find more infographics at Statista Wichita, Kansas offers […]
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 what locations will fare better than others? Mortgage […]
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 in this red-hot market. After a period of stability […]
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 homes during COVID-19 lockdowns, prices rose and supply diminished. […]
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 investments. The median home price in the U.S. is […]
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 process by using an agent-matching service like UpNest, but […]
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 course, whether directly or indirectly. A study over 145 years in […]
Selling a home is one of the most lucrative financial transactions in the average person’s life. What many home sellers don’t realize, especially first-time home sellers, is that it can also be pretty expensive. Home […]
If you’re looking to buy a condo or townhome, understanding the distinctions may help you home in on the choice that better suits your lifestyle and needs. Read on to learn the major differences between […]
When it’s time to sell your home, most sellers are looking to get more money but may not know how to go about it. When real estate prices are high and inventory is low, it […]
According to the National Association of Realtors, 8.9 million people have relocated since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. While the reasons for moving are varied and mostly anecdotal, many people have moved from the […]
After nearly two years of pandemic-deflated rental prices in America’s biggest cities, rent values are back on the rise. In fact, rent costs across the country are now at an all-time high, with price hikes not only widespread, […]
It was a few years ago that Music City, U.S.A. took the title from Vegas for the site of the most bachelorette bashes. Tennessee’s capital has long been the capital of country music, but its […]
Feeling a little “blah” about the idea of a traditional apartment or a suburban house with a white picket fence? You’re not alone. From the rise of tiny homes to the spike in co-living spaces, […]
In recent years, the increasing cost of real estate has made it difficult for many locals to afford homes in their communities. MoneyGeek analyzed changes in homeownership costs, home price appreciation and median incomes from […]
For most prospective homeowners, it can seem like all the costs and stresses of house hunting come at the front end: Saving up enough cash for a down payment, finding a real estate agent who […]
Buying a home is a huge, expensive decision, no matter if you’re a first-time homebuyer or have been buying and selling real estate for decades. Homeownership comes with financial upsides and risks, and for many […]
If someone asked you to describe your “dream home,” what picture would pop into your mind? A single-family home with a big backyard, or a high-rise condo with a view? Maybe you’ve always longed […]
The actress parted ways with her secluded L.A. home, a rustic-yet-luxurious five-bedroom that she purchased 25 years ago during her marriage to tennis legend Andre Agassi. Image Credit: The Agency, inset Kathy Hutchins […]
This penthouse was home to Cher, Russell Simmons and Keith Richards. It’s now looking for a new owner, but celebrity status isn’t a requirement. Millionaire status might be though, as the home is looking to […]
Buying a house, for most of us, is the single largest purchase we’ll ever make — which is exactly why having the right amount of homeowners insurance is so important. “How much home insurance do […]
Kevin Purvis, a Los Angeles-based real estate investor, was discouraged. Ready to embark on a build-to-rent single family project with an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) in Corona, California, he checked out modular construction, thinking it […]
At first I was afraid. I was petrified. That was me at 23, when it came to real estate investing. I was interested in it, and saw everyone around me achieving success with it. But […]
Today, single-family residential real estate is a multi-billion-dollar, national industry. But as recently as a decade ago, almost no one had heard of SFR. The market for single family rental homes was considered too chaotic, […]
Homeowners insurance is not quite as simple as paying each month and then, if something bad happens, the insurance company will automatically cover it all. Generally speaking, you’ll still be on the hook for a […]
In Idaho’s Treasure Valley — home to the state’s largest city, Boise — people aren’t scouring the ground looking for gold nuggets or veins of silver. These days, the real treasure in and around […]
The real estate market is a harsh environment for those who don’t already have their feet on the ladder. And still, every year, thousands of Americans dream of flipping houses, with or without […]
Atlanta has far surpassed its unglamorous beginnings — founded in 1847 at the terminus of the Western & Atlantic rail line. From its days as military supply hub during the Civil War, to its burning by […]
Looking for a home that’s ready to live in right out of the box? A modular home may be the right fit, but there are reasons to possibly hesitate. By the way, it’s easy to […]