Source: Redfin — Private outdoor space is the number one feature buyers are looking for this year. Rising prices are the top concern, reflecting America’s hot housing market, with price growth hitting double digits every month this year. For nearly one-third...
Source: Forbes — I’ve been investing in real estate for over 15 years, but at the beginning, like most people, I immediately began trying to pay off my mortgage, figuring the quicker I got rid of the debt, the better. Then, I finally realized something that has...
Source: Point2Homes — Buying a home might seem simple, but there’s actually a lot more involved than you might initially think. For instance, in addition to a variety of new terms to understand, there’s also paperwork to complete and fees to pay before closing...
Source: Point 2 Homes — What is Landlord Insurance? Landlord insurance is a policy that is specifically designed to protect owners of rental properties. There are different levels of coverage, but for the most part, the policy is aimed at non-owner-occupied...
Source: Forbes — As real estate transactions have moved online, so have scammers who hope to intercept money that’s meant for down payments and funding loans. According to the FBI’s 2020 Internet Crime Report, nearly 14,000 people fell victim to...
Source: Point 2 Homes— The 5% rule was coined by Canadian investment portfolio manager Ben Felix. It stems from the general consensus among potential homebuyers that if you can afford to make mortgage payments that are equal or less than what you’re paying in...
