Seattle, Orlando and Anchorage top travel destinations in 2024 Based on recently released AAA projections, 70.9 million travelers will journey 50 miles or more from home over the Independence Day holiday period in 2024. This year’s projected number of travelers represents a 5% increase compared to 2023 and an 8% increase over 2019. “With summer…
According to the National Association of Realtors, U.S. Pending home sales in May slipped 2.1 percent. The Midwest and South posted monthly losses in transactions while the Northeast and West recorded gains. Year-over-year, all U.S. regions registered reductions. The Pending Home Sales Index (PHSI) – a forward-looking indicator of home sales based on contract signings…
Based on Freddie Mac’s latest Primary Mortgage Market Survey, the U.S. 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.86 percent as of June 27, 2024. Sam Khater “The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage continues to trend down, hitting the lowest level in almost three months,” said Sam Khater, Freddie Mac’s Chief Economist. “By historical standards, the economy is in good…
A new report from CBRE reveals that ongoing power shortages are creating opportunities for development in emerging global data center markets and driving up rents in established markets worldwide. Companies aiming to secure data center capacity are increasingly investing in emerging markets like Northern Indiana, Boise (Idaho), Mumbai (India), Rio de Janeiro (Brazil), and Oslo…
According to CBRE, the hotel market in the Asia Pacific region is undergoing significant structural changes. Hotel owners and operators are adjusting their operational and branding strategies in response to increased labor and utility costs, limited new supply, and the extended peak of the interest rate cycle. Major global hotel operators are expanding rapidly in…
Many homebuyers today are not just shopping for a house; they’re shopping for a community that reflects their desired lifestyle. A PUD home, meaning a planned unit development property, offers shared amenities, such as a neighborhood clubhouse, swimming pool, parks, tennis or pickleball courts, and a gated entry. But a PUD property also offers something…
Changing your name often reflects a big change in your life. Whether you’re celebrating a marriage, finalizing a divorce, dealing with the estate of a loved one, or embracing a fresh start, knowing how to change your name on a deed can help you move forward. Perhaps this need has arisen as you’re preparing to…
Your home is likely one of your most valuable assets. U.S. homeowners saw a significant rise in equity in 2023, with the average homeowner gaining roughly $24,000 over the previous year, according to the CoreLogic Homeowner Equity Insights report from Q4 2023. If you are considering selling your home, you’ve probably wondered a lot about…
In Tuscaloosa, “We Buy Houses” companies are known for making all-cash offers on homes that may need some work. For homeowners who find themselves strapped for time, lacking the expertise for home repairs, or short on funds to get their property market-ready, a cash sale can be a lifeline. A cash sale can often be…
In Deerfield Beach, “We Buy Houses” companies are known for making all-cash offers on homes that may need a bit of TLC. For homeowners who find themselves strapped for time, lacking the expertise for home repairs, or short on funds to get their property market-ready, a cash sale presents an easy way out of a…
Buying a home is rarely done with casual disregard. You’ve planned, juggled finances, worried about finding the right house, and then you finally sign a contract. But what happens if you’re now facing the decision of submitting a buyer cancellation of the purchase agreement? In this guide, we’ll break down what you need to know…
For most homebuyers and refinancing homeowners, the traditional 30-year fixed-rate mortgage is often the default loan option they use to purchase a house. But there are other types of mortgages and term lengths available. A phrase you might hear in real estate lending circles is “10 over 30 mortgage.” But what exactly does choosing a…