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What is a seller’s market?
Source: Bankrate --- In real estate, a seller’s market is just what the name implies: an overall market that favors sellers over buyers. If you want to sell your house, doing so in a seller’s market means you can likely price it relatively high and sell it relatively...
Zillow, Redfin, and the real estate market: 5 trends to watch in 2023
Source: GeekWire --- The once high-flying real estate market sputtered in 2022, dragging many real estate tech companies down with it. The sudden swing pushed companies to cut costs, which included layoffs and shifts to their business models. Seattle giants Zillow...
Investors Say ‘No, Thanks!’ to Buying Condos
While investors are shying away from condos, they are continuing to pursue single-family homes. Continue Reading Investors Say ‘No, Thanks!’ to Buying Condos
Mortgage Application Activity Drops as Home Prices Rise
The first quarter home prices were up on a year-over-year basis in 49 states and the District of Columbia; Hawaii was the lone state with a price decline. Continue Reading Mortgage Application Activity Drops as Home Prices Rise
Buffalo Council Approves 8% Property Tax Hike
Acting Mayor Scanlon put forth the 8% property tax levy increase proposal last month, claiming it would generate around $13.7 million. Continue Reading Buffalo Council Approves 8% Property Tax Hike
Trump Says He Will Take Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Public
Trump did not provide a timeline or details for this endeavor. Continue Reading Trump Says He Will Take Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Public
Greece Considers Penalty Tax on Property Owners of Vacant Homes
Among the European Union nations, Greece has the highest percentage of its population burdened by excessive housing costs. Continue Reading Greece Considers Penalty Tax on Property Owners of Vacant Homes
Hundreds of LA Wildfire Victims Not Receiving Aid Due to Loss of Mailing Addresses
“Getting relief into the hands of wildfire victims is a top priority for our Office,” said County Assessor Jeff Prang. Continue Reading Hundreds of LA Wildfire Victims Not Receiving Aid Due to Loss of Mailing Addresses
Strawberry Fields REIT Acquires 9 Missouri Healthcare Facilities for $59 Million
The nine facilities are comprised of 686 licensed beds. Continue Reading Strawberry Fields REIT Acquires 9 Missouri Healthcare Facilities for $59 Million
Luxury Home Prices Rise While Pending Sales Activity Slows
In comparison, non-luxury home prices grew 4.1% to a record high median of $374,598. Continue Reading Luxury Home Prices Rise While Pending Sales Activity Slows
California Developer Charged by DOJ and SEC with Defrauding Investors
The DOJ stated that a federal grand jury charged Kenneth W. Mattson with wire fraud, money laundering, and obstruction of justice. Continue Reading California Developer Charged by DOJ and SEC with Defrauding Investors
New Reports Highlight Best Cities for New College Graduates and for Raising Families
Fremont, California, was picked by WalletHub as the best city for families. Continue Reading New Reports Highlight Best Cities for New College Graduates and for Raising Families
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