What Is a Mortgage Escrow Account?

Understanding the escrow account for a mortgage

A mortgage escrow account is one of the terms you’re likely to come across in your home purchase process. Moreover, a mortgage escrow account comes into play after you’ve bought the house. If you’re not sure how this concept works, you’re in the right place. Keep reading to learn more. According to a Statista report,…

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Newly Listed Homes For Sale Declined in November [Video]

November 2022 U.S. Housing Market Report

Nationally, November’s inventory of homes actively for sale increased by 46.8% over November 2021. This growth in active listings was the most significant month-over-month increase since May 2022 and the first positive annual home inventory growth rate since June 2019.

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Inventory of Homes for Sale Increased in November [Infographic]

November 2022 Housing Market Infographic

Highlights The national inventory of active listings increased by 46.8% over last year. The increase in active listings was more than 13 percentage points over October 2022. The growth in active listings was the most significant month-over-month increase since May 2022, when home inventory had its first positive annual growth rate since June 2019. The…

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Screen Appeal is the New Curb Appeal

Besides Curb Appeal, don't forget screen appeal when selling your home

Gone are the days of driving from house to house and physically taking a tour with a real estate agent. Although some people still prefer this approach to buying their next home, the practice has led to a new way of showcasing homes online with images and videos. Nowadays, potential buyers can peruse properties online.…

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BRRRR: A Proven Method to Build a Profitable Real Estate Portfolio

A profitable real estate investing strategy can be BRRRR

There are plenty of benefits to investing in real estate. Owning land, houses, and other properties offer excellent returns, tax benefits, steady income, and long-term appreciation. It’s also helpful to diversify an investment portfolio by acquiring various assets, such as real estate. Investing in real estate, therefore, is ideal for those who want to protect…

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What is the Best Time of Year to Buy a Home?

The best time of the year to buy a home

Have you been wondering when the best time of year is to buy a home? Several external factors determine the best time to invest in a property, whether it involves getting a mortgage or making an instant purchase. However, the most significant influence tends to be the yearly seasons of winter, spring, summer, and fall.…

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Inventory of Homes For Sale Is Up, While New Listings Are Down [Video]

October 2022 U.S. Housing Market Report Video

In October, the inventory of homes for sale increased by 33% over October 2021. The rate of home inventory growth increased over September and has surpassed 2020 levels. Sellers are less active than last year, and rising interest rates have slowed buyer demand. In October, newly listed homes declined by 15.9% compared to October 2021,…

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Home Price Growth Slows but Remains in Double-Digits [Infographic]

October 2022 Housing Market Infographic

Highlights The national inventory of active home listings increased in October by 33.5% and has caught up to 2020 levels. Growth in active listings is primarily due to homes spending more time on the market than last year. Sellers were less active as the number of newly listed homes declined by 15.9% over October 2021.…

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Five Red Flags When Buying a Home “As Is”

Avoid these five red flags when you are looking for a new home

You might come across listings for homes sold “as is.” These listings grab buyers’ attention because they’re often priced lower than similar properties on the market. A seller’s market could also make would-be buyers eager to act and make an offer without inspecting the property, which 47% of them did in recent years. However, as…

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How Do You Know It Is Time to Downsize Your Home?

Tips on when to consider downsize your home

Homeownership continues to be a goal for many people, with it being a sign of stability and financial capability. And for young professionals, it’s often considered an important milestone in their journey toward a secure future. Furthermore, many believe owning your residence is a good investment that will pay off in the long run. However,…

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