Real Estate Market

Here, you’ll find helpful articles and other resources that cover issues related to the real estate market: buying, selling, financing, refinancing, credit and debt, insurance, second homes, vacation homes, real estate investment, new construction, and renovation.

Real Estate Boom and Bust: Taking a Loss on a Condo

The real estateReal Estate is land and anything permanently attached to it, such as buildings and improvements. boom and bust dropped home values severely. Taking a loss on a condo might be your only option other than to wait. Q: …

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Trouble Selling Your Home? Don’t Blame the Real Estate Agent

If you’re having trouble selling your home, don’t blame the real estateReal Estate is land and anything permanently attached to it, such as buildings and improvements. agentAn Agent is an individual who acts on behalf of a consumer. A real …

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Real Estate History | Changes in the Real Estate Industry

A look into the real estateReal Estate is land and anything permanently attached to it, such as buildings and improvements. history and changes that have taken place in the real estate industry in terms of buying and selling your home. …

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Another Recession Ahead? Signs the Economy Is Turning Around

Is there another recession ahead? We’re dealing with weak growth, but there are some positive signs the economy is turning around. Not according to Kermit Baker, chief economist for the American Institute of Architects and a senior research fellow with …

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Housing Market News | Real Estate Investors Play Key Role

The housing market news sounds good, this week, as real estateReal Estate is land and anything permanently attached to it, such as buildings and improvements. investors continue to play a key role in the housing rebound. Sales of previously owned …

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Real Estate Outlook for 2013: Are We at the Tipping Point?

The real estateReal Estate is land and anything permanently attached to it, such as buildings and improvements. outlook for 2013 continues to look muddled: While new home sales increased in 2012, the economy still struggles.  Each week, pundits step forward …

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Buying Vacation Property in Florida: Is Now the Best Time to Buy a Home?

When buying a vacation property in Florida for retirement, now may not be the best time to buy a home. Q: We’re thinking of buying a property in Florida as a vacation home. Since we won’t be able to use …

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Home Seller Resolutions for Selling Your Home Quickly in 2013

Looking around our neighborhood, I see fewer “for sale” signs this December than last year. In fact, several homes that were on the market for over a year have sold this autumn and are now closing. It still isn’t easy …

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The 2012 Real Estate Market Recap and Housing Outlook for 2013

A recap of the real estateReal Estate is land and anything permanently attached to it, such as buildings and improvements. market in 2012 and housing predictions for 2013. Housing still matters to millions of Americans. And, the real estate lobby …

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Housing Market Forecast for 2013

Will the housing market be stronger in 2013? It is best not to wait for housing market predictions and get your house ready to sell now. Q: I live in Atlanta and love listening to you on the radio. Do …

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