Wednesday, April 20, 2022

Equity Motivates More Sellers

Equity Motivates More Sellers: HomeLight survey: A rapid rise in equity is encouraging sellers to list their homes and they expect to make a profit; 87% say they expect more than 1 offer.

Tuesday, April 19, 2022

Survey: First-Time Buyers Still Want a Bathtub

Survey: First-Time Buyers Still Want a Bathtub: NAHB: Remodeling trends tend to remove the tub and supersize the shower, but 42% of first-time buyers want a shower-tub combo; 30% say it’s essential.

Monday, April 18, 2022

IRS Part of Condo Sale by Foreign National?

IRS Part of Condo Sale by Foreign National?: Real estate Q&A: When a foreign national sells property they own in the U.S., a portion of the sale needs to be held back and sent to the IRS by the buyer.

Wednesday, April 13, 2022

Biggest Obstacle to Home Buying? Lack of Affordable Housing

Biggest Obstacle to Home Buying? Lack of Affordable Housing: Latest NAR report finds other obstacles vary by race and ethnicity but include saving for a down payment and competing with multiple offers.

Interest in Tiny Homes Is Growing

Interest in Tiny Homes Is Growing: More people in Fla. and across the U.S. are eying homes of 400 feet or less, wanting to downsize, simplify and save costs – but regulations over them vary.

Wednesday, April 6, 2022

Some Home Features Can Boost Sales Price

Some Home Features Can Boost Sales Price: Study: Some uncommon features can boost a home selling prices by a few percent, including a “pot filler” – an above-the-stove water faucet that adds 3.2%.