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Consumer protection is what title insurance is all about

Housing Wire

Even as home prices began to decrease last year, mortgage rates remained high, leading both buyers and sellers to stay out of the housing market. Existing home sales fell to their lowest point in nearly 30 years in 2023, while the median price of a home reached a record high, according to the National Association of Realtors (NAR).

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Opinion: Improving housing affordability without exposing homebuyers to more risk

Housing Wire

According to the National Association of Realtors ’ (NAR) Housing Affordability Index , since spring of last year, a typical family with a median income have not been able to afford a median-priced home. nationally since 2004 , according to industry financial statements.

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What to Do If The Home You’re Buying has Defective Drywall

Lamacchia Realty

Between the years 2004-2008, large shipments of drywall were imported to the United States from overseas. So, if you’re purchasing a home that was built after August of 2004, it’s best to check with the seller and their agent about the drywall. What Exactly is Defective Drywall?

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7 best real estate schools in Illinois (IL) for 2024

Housing Wire

Illinois REALTORS Best Illinois real estate school for accommodating different learning styles Overall Rating: 4.2 Unlike other real estate schools, Illinois REALTORS is also the only advocate for private property rights at the state capitol in Springfield, Illinois, and in communities across the state. out of 5 stars Rating: 4.5

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What to Do If a Home You’re Looking to Buy has Defective Drywall

Lamacchia Realty

This defective drywall was imported mostly between 2004-2008. So, if you’re purchasing a home that was built after August of 2004, it’s best to check with the seller and their agent about the drywall. Do Sellers Need to Disclose this Drywall? These are all things that should be discussed during negotiations.

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Lamacchia Realty Opens in Fall River and Enters Bristol County Market

Lamacchia Realty

I am very excited to welcome all the Right Choice Realtors and staff into our Lamacchia Family. Lamacchia Realty has been serving buyers and sellers in Bristol County for over a decade but has been waiting for the perfect opportunity to open a branch office location. Dawn was also once a recipient of Local REALTOR® of the Year in 2003.

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Lamacchia Realty Announces Top Producing REALTORS® for September 2023

Lamacchia Realty

has released its “Top Producing REALTORS®,” for September 2023! This program recognizes the Top 10 REALTORS® by company and the Top 3 or 5 REALTORS® by office with the highest transaction numbers or sales for the month! Karole O’Leary has been working in Real Estate since 2004 and has enjoyed much success in this field.