Real Estate Market Articles

1). The Real Estate Market Currently Has a Balance of Buyer Demand and Seller Supply By : Monte Helme
For the first time in eight years, the overall U.S. real estate market is experiencing a rare balance between home buyer demand and home seller supply, according to the latest “Current Market Conditions” quarterly survey. Only 45% of respondents reported more buyers than sellers, compared to a 61%-39% ratio six months ago. Thirty-one percent reported more sellers than buyers; the remaining 24% said their markets are almost evenly divided.
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2). Real Estate Market Reaches Equilibrium between Buyers and Sellers By : Monte Helme
Three months ago, the “Current Market Conditions” survey showed that overall the U.S. housing market was displaying a rare balance between buyer demand and seller supply for the first time in eight years. The latest quarterly survey shows that equilibrium has been achieved -- 41% of real estate agents said more buyers than sellers; 40% said there were more sellers than buyers, and 19% reported a 50-50 balance.
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3). Condominiums – Advantages of Ownership By : Raynor
Condominiums tend to be a love it or hate it subject with property owners. Here are the advantages of owning a condominium. Condominium – Advantages Condominiums provide a unique living opportunity in the United States, one that many people have jumped on in this hot real estate market. Although not for everyone, condominium ownership does have some distinct advantages over stand alone homes.
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4). Market Changes Favor FSBOs By : Raynor
Drastic paradigm shifts in how the residential real estate market works have been on the way for several years now. The change has really become apparent over the last year. It is easier for people to sell their homes themselves as FSBOs (for sale by owner) as a result. Let’s look at how things used to work and how they work now in regard to the traditional method of using a real estate brokerage firm, and I think you’ll see why.
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5). Before You Buy Why Get Pre-approved? By : Mark Courage
OK. You’ve made the decision. You’re ready to buy a house. Great! You’ve got that dream home pictured in your head. Now all you have to do is find a Realtor, make your offer and move in. Right? Wrong. Your first step should be to find a trustworthy mortgage professional. But that’s not the fun part, you may say. Why start with a mortgage professional? In a nutshell, this can save money, time and increase your bargaining power.
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6). Real Estate: Inventory of Unsold Homes Growing Steadily Across the Nation By : Monte Helme
The nation’s inventory of unsold homes – an important component of a more balanced housing market in the second half of 2005 – is growing steadily in many areas of the country even though buyer demand continues strong, according to the latest HouseHunt, Inc., quarterly “Current Market Conditions” survey. The percentage of member real estate agents reporting plentiful vs.
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7). Is the Hot Real Estate Market Cooling Down? By : Raynor
We’ve been living in the high flying world of a hot residential real estate market for the last three years. Is it slowing down? What does it mean for buyers and sellers if it is? Do buyers and sellers need to change their strategy? Is the Market Slowing? I live in Virginia in what is sometimes referred to as “the greater Washington, D.C. area.” Things have been changing in the last few weeks.
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8). Despite Slowdown California Home Prices Set New Record By : Andy Goldman
For the month of June 53,700 homes and condos were sold statewide in California in June. The pace of resale’s has picked up a little from May and has increased 3.8% in one month. In the broad picture home sales have decreased 20.7% from the same period last year.
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9). Renovate for Real Estate Gains By : Doug Smail
A home is so much more than a roof over our heads. It is our largest purchase (unless you like thoroughbreds or really expensive shoes), and almost always a significant portion of our assets at retirement. So when it comes to improving your home through renovations, it's important to think beyond cosmetic appeal and look at how those projects can improve your wealth.
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10). Emerging Trends in Dubai Property Market By : Better Homes
Dubai real estate is witnessing a number of changes in the commercial sector. One of the emerging trends in the commercial property market is the conversion of warehouse space to office premises. Companies that require large open plan spaces, such as advertising or marketing companies have been seen to lease warehouse space and easily transform it into efficient office space.
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11). Benefits of a Rent to Own Home By : Charles W. Moore
As the method of rent to own homes reduces the hassles of buying properties through traditional financial institutions, people having strained budgets can buy homes using it.
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12). Thoughts on the Future of the Real Estate Market By : Raynor
You hear it everywhere. The baby boomers are starting to retire. The stock market and real estate market will suffer as money is pulled out. This hardly seems true for real estate. Thoughts on the Future of the Real Estate Market Baby boomers are those individuals born during the period from roughly 1945 to 1964. Following World War II, peace and economic prosperity occurred for roughly twenty years.
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13). Beware of the Contingent Only Tax Appealers or Re-Appraisers By : Dave Dinkel
Beware of tax re-appraisers who only charge a contingency fee as it may cost more than paying a small fee up front.
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14). Why Isn't Your House Sold? By : Jeanette Joy Fisher -
If your house for sale isn't generating offers, there a few actions you can take to make up for the slow real estate market. Check Your Sales Price Your home may be overpriced. Listen carefully to your listing agent who knows better than the folks at the office, your relatives, or friends at the club about the listing price of your home. Agents are paid to know their markets, and they work with real estate every day, so they have informed opinions on the latest market c...
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15). Worldwide Investment Distortions in Stocks, Real Estate Markets By : Gerald Greene
The enormous increase in money creation created by the US Federal Reserce under the reign of Alan Greenspan has had a powerful influence on investments worldwide. Beware of markets as a return to means occurs.
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16). Commercial Real Estate: Ways To Realizing Your Dreams By : Stephen Campbell
You will need to do a few things to prepare yourself to get into investment real estate, besides simply read a real estate listing. For one thing, you need to know how the real estate market works.
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17). Tips For Before You Enter The Property Market By : Adrian Adams
Buying a house is a basic human desire. A piece of land and a roof on top of our head to call our own is something we all wish for. Beware though, buying a home these days has become bit of a science and art and is no longer a no-brainer.
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18). Baby Boomer Retirement to Revolutionize Real Estate By : Kari Shea
The baby boomer generation is notorious for having a huge impact on the economy. At every milestone in their lives, their buying power has had a huge effect on market trends. As they collectively approach retirement age, their impact on the real estate market will be tremendous.
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19). Real Estate Investments in Texas By : Tim Dillard
The real estate market is full of treasures for investors with a keen eye and a nose for sniffing them out.
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20). Why Would a Real Estate Investor Be Helpful in a Property Tax Appeal? By : Dave Dinkel
Discover why real estate investors should be involved in property tax appeals.
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