According to new figures published by the National Association of Realtors, first-time homebuyers accounted for 26 percent of purchases in January, down from 30 percent a year earlier. It’s the lowest market share for first-time buyers that NAR has recorded since it began measuring it in 2008. Ironically, this national trend is the complete opposite of my own experience -- six of my last seven buyer-clients were first-time homebuyers.
Man Accused of Stalking More Than 20 Agents
Police say the suspect targeted real estate agents in the area by using Homes magazines, where he found their pictures and cellphone numbers. Man Accused of Stalking More Than 20 Agents
Investors Purchase Homes by the Thousands
Investors Purchase Homes by the Thousands.
Investors are seeing big opportunities in the real estate market, with nearly 650,000 foreclosed homes owned by lenders and 710,000 in the foreclosure process.
Cost vs. Value: Big-Bang Home Remodeling Projects
2011-12 Cost vs. Value: Big-Bang Remodeling Projects. This report, published in the March 2012 edition of Realtor Magazine, looks at the estimated cost and expected resale return of 35 midrange and upscale remodeling projects in 80 of the nation's housing markets. Interesting stuff.
7 Smart Strategies for Kitchen Remodeling
7 Smart Strategies for Kitchen RemodelingKitchen remodeling can turn a ho-hum room into your home’s pride and joy. Here are strategies to help your project run smoothly. Read
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