Market Outlook 2024 – Part 4 of 4
Today we conclude our discussion on the market outlook for 2024. So assuming the US does hit its inflation targets and begins to lower rates, what does that mean for the real estate market?
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Market Outlook 2024 – Part 3 of 4
Today we continue our discussion of the market outlook for 2024. In their presentation, industry Insider Brian Buffini National Association of REALTORS economist Lawrence Yun discuss the fact that the Fed is targeting a 2% inflation rate.
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Market Outlook 2024 – Part 2 of 4
Today we want to continue our discussion on the market outlook for 2024. When we left off we were recapping 2023. As we were discussing, unit sales are down sharply this year to the lowest points since 1993.
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Market Outlook 2024 – Part 1 of 4
Today I want to talk to you a little bit about the market outlook for 2024. This week agents form our office got together to watch a presentation from a trusted industry insider and an economist with the National Association of REALTORS and we...
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Buyer Hack – Property Investment
Today I have a buyer hack for you on property investment. So for those who have a good long-term vision and are seeking to diversify their portfolio, real estate investment is a great way to achieve that. Here are some things that you want to...
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Buyer Hack – Taking Out a Mortgage
Today I have a buyer hack for you on taking out a mortgage. First credit score: the higher your credit score is, the better the terms you are going to be able to land on whatever loan product you take out.
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Buyer Hack – Understanding Property Appreciation
Today we have a buyer hack for you on understanding property appreciation. So first we have location. The areas that are going to experience the most appreciation in value are going to be areas that are growing, that have the highest rated...
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Something’s Phishy! Guarding Against Identity Theft Is a Must!
Do you know how to tell if cybercriminals have gone “phishing” for your personal information? Learn to spot the red flags of a suspicious email so the identity thieves never get their big catch! Below are some tips for identifying fake emails so...
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Buyer Hack – Understanding Title Insurance
Today we have a buyer hack for you on understanding title insurance. So one of the first things that we do when we go under contract on a new home is we hire a title company to perform a search on title to make sure that it is transferable from...
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Buyer Hack – Preventative Maintenance
Today we have a buyer hack for you on preventative maintenance. First, inspections one to two times a year. You need to be doing a thorough visual inspection and taking notes.
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Buyer Hack – Should I Rent Or Buy?
Today we have a buyer hack for you on choosing to rent or to buy. First thing to consider is upfront costs. If you’re looking to buy, you need to plan on a minimum of 3% down plus closing costs.
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Buyer Hack – Legal Considerations
Today we have a buyer hack for you on legal considerations. First we have the purchase contract. The State of Indiana requires that all purchase agreements for real estate we made in writing to be enforceable.
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