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Today's Real Estate News and Advice
Updated: September 30, 2008
Real Estate Outlook: Impacts of Bailout
The federal government's multi-billion-dollar bailout of bad mortgage debt could be a game-changer for home buyers, sellers and real estate professionals. FULL STORY->
Home Security Tips
Now that you've settled into your dream home, isn't it time to start thinking about the security of your home? For many homeowners, security is an afterthought but this year one out of every six homes will be burglarized and burglars only need about sixty seconds to break into a home, that's according to crime reports from the Federal Bureau of Investigation. FULL STORY->
Why the New Game in Listings Will Cost You
When everyone is sending listings everywhere, the chances of your listing rising to the top are zero. Unless you add some dollars to that equation. FULL STORY->
Bigfoot, Canada's Election Promises and Housing
Canadians are more likely to believe that Bigfoot exists than trust in election promises, says a recent survey. That hasn't stopped the political parties from pledging money and tax breaks for a variety of programs, including some housing issues. FULL STORY->
Washington Report: Overview of Bailout Plan
There's no question what's been dominating debate in Washington -- the Treasury's and Congress's plans to buy hundreds of billions of dollars of distressed mortgages from lenders and investors. FULL STORY->
Condo Trends: Tourism Promotes Growth of Condotel Development Overseas
Condotels and condominiums are the latest real estate investment craze in the Philippines, pushing the island country into one of the hottest markets in Southeast Asia. FULL STORY->
Finding Your Real Estate Niche
In a shifting economy, all too often sales professionals make one of two common mistakes. They either cast too wide a marketing net trying to be all things to all people and in the process spend entirely too much marketing dollars or they shut their marketing efforts down entirely hoping to wait out market conditions and save a few pennies. Want a better way? Find your niche. FULL STORY->
Reversing Trend, Mortgage Rates Shoot Up This Week
Freddie Mac (NYSE:FRE) today released the results of its Primary Mortgage Market Survey (PMMS) in which the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage (FRM) averaged 6.09 percent with an average 0.7 point for the week ending September 25, 2008, up from last week when it averaged 5.78 percent. Last year at this time, the 30-year FRM averaged 6.42 percent. FULL STORY->
Washington Report: Overview of Bailout Plan
There's no question what's been dominating debate in Washington -- the Treasury's and Congress's plans to buy hundreds of billions of dollars of distressed mortgages from lenders and investors. FULL STORY->
Finding Your Real Estate Niche
In a shifting economy, all too often sales professionals make one of two common mistakes. They either cast too wide a marketing net trying to be all things to all people and in the process spend entirely too much marketing dollars or they shut their marketing efforts down entirely hoping to wait out market conditions and save a few pennies. Want a better way? Find your niche. FULL STORY->
Condo Trends: Tourism Promotes Growth of Condotel Development Overseas
Condotels and condominiums are the latest real estate investment craze in the Philippines, pushing the island country into one of the hottest markets in Southeast Asia. FULL STORY->
Hot Market: DeKalb, Georgia Sales Taking Off
Like many of its suburban counterparts across the country, DeKalb, Georgia, pending sales have suddenly entered positive territory after months of downward trends. FULL STORY->
Five Key Areas to Pay Attention to When Buying a Home
Looking for a new home can be exciting and frustrating. You can help alleviate the frustration by paying close attention to five key areas of the homes you're considering buying; it may save you money in the long run. FULL STORY->
Investor Report: Lack of Regulatory Oversight
For the second time in two months, federal authorities have warned real estate investors about the lack of regulatory oversight of so-called “qualified intermediaries” in tax-deferred Section 1031 exchanges. FULL STORY->
Better is Better
There is more competition in today's global economy than every before. The real estate business is no different. FULL STORY->
Reversing Trend, Mortgage Rates Shoot Up This Week
Freddie Mac (NYSE:FRE) today released the results of its Primary Mortgage Market Survey (PMMS) in which the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage (FRM) averaged 6.09 percent with an average 0.7 point for the week ending September 25, 2008, up from last week when it averaged 5.78 percent. Last year at this time, the 30-year FRM averaged 6.42 percent. FULL STORY->
Should You House Sporting, Special Event Fans?
When the Superbowl, U.S. Open, World Series, Olympics, and other major sporting and entertainment events come to town, the community cashes in on an influx of visitors dining, shopping, and looking for shelter. However, property owners who rent primary residences on a short-term basis enter a gray area of housing that's not without its risks for both guests and property owners. FULL STORY->
‘Green' is Good for all Parties in a Real Estate Transaction
What have the NAHB and IREM being doing for the green movement? Plenty. Read on for the latest installment in Peter Mosca's interview series. FULL STORY->
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