Everything about today's world is public. Lives are on full display because of social media and tech puts everyday life data like personal running stats in public view. So, it's no wonder homebuyers are looking for privacy through any means possible—and forming a limited liability company (LLC) to purchase property is gaining ground quickly. Here's why many turn...
By Marissa Hermanson If you and your partner are planning a wedding and purchasing a home together, there are large expenses to take into consideration as you save up for both milestones. Couples are spending an average of $33,391 on their wedding, and first-time homebuyers are spending $18,000 on average for a home down payment ($10,512 with FHA loans). With the...
As a luxury collection specialist for Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices New England Properties in Westport, Conn., Amy Curry has had some great successes in her 21 years in the industry. Her numbers in 2017 were steady and included the sale of a classic 1928 home in Norwalk, Conn., that is situated on a waterfront property, and sold in multiple bids for $2,850,000. As...
Purchasing a home is a long-term goal for many, but for singles, with half the income to apply for a mortgage, homeownership can seem more like a dream than a reality; however, it's a dream that lives. According to a poll from the National Association of REALTORS®, 83 percent of renters have a desire to own their home, both single and otherwise. And while married...
By Megan Wild Some might say it's just a bathroom, but to you, it's a retreat. The only problem is that yours is not giving off the vibe you envision for this in-home getaway. In other words, it's time for a remodel. It's certainly a big project to take on, but it's nothing you can't handle on your own. Here are six tips to make your renovation a bit simpler this...
By Tom McMakin On her way home, Lisa Jordan complained to her husband, "I can't believe they listed their house with Betsy; I've known them for years." Seasoned real estate professionals know not to take such slights personally—it's all part of the business. While people's choice of an agent might be something none of us can fully understand, we can increase the...
Every homeowner has one question in mind before updating their house: Which upgrades will command top dollar when it's time to sell? The answer can be complicated, since each buyer offers a different perspective; however, there's one universal truth: Everyone likes bonus amenities. Zillow recently analyzed the listing descriptions of nearly four million homes across...
For Lucas Monroe, broker and chief executive officer of Kendrick Realty, Inc., in Pleasant Hill, Calif., it’s all about accountability, systems and success with online leads. In the following interview, learn how in just the first few months of the year, his office has already surpassed last year’s sales.
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How is this for a statistic? Close to 70 percent of markets today are unaffordable. Incomes are being far outpaced by prices—a gap that persists even as employment gains ground—and inventory is rapidly vanishing. By all accounts, affordability is one of the critical issues in real estate this spring. For buyers, their careers directly impact what they can purchase—and,...
In honor of Earth Day 2018, the following properties have stand-out landscaping and/or eco-friendly features: Luxe Eco-Lodging in Belize Looking for luxe travel and lodging without the carbon footprint? Itz’ana Resort & Residences, an upcoming boutique residential and hotel project in Belize, will soon launch a carbon neutral program that's one-of-a-kind in...
