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Strong jobs report suggests rate cuts won’t come ‘til summer

Housing Wire

Job gains occurred mainly in health care, government, food services, social assistance, transportation and warehousing. In February, employment continued to trend up in construction, adding 23,000 jobs month over month. “Job seekers are taking longer to find work, and the number of job switchers has declined.” and were up 4.3%

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My Top 11 Tips For Realtors When Choosing Comps

Birmingham Appraisal

Typically, this area comprises homes that are similar in terms of age, quality, design, appeal, price range, school system, and transportation access points, among other factors. A negative adjustment would need to be made to the new construction sale that reflects the difference in value between the two properties.

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Increasing Diversity in Appraisal Profession.

Appraisal Buzz

being an existing realtor. Being able to identify components of construction as well as their condition and recognizing when to recommend other professional inspections is a fundamental part of an appraisal. Perhaps one neighborhood may have easy access to public transportation versus one that does not.

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Houston Housing Market Forecast: Current Data & 2021 Predictions

Houston Properties

Top Ranked Realtors: Paige Martin & The Houston Properties Team. On the other hand, the four restaurant workers would still need to spend monthly payments for rent, food, transportation, and insurance. Typically, new construction homes come with a higher purchase premium, and repair and maintenance require too much investment.

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17 Best Neighborhoods in Raleigh NC

Raleigh Realty

In this neighborhood, you will find all types of Real Estate, from restored Grand Victorians built in the 1800s, to newly constructed homes. Like the neighborhoods of Oakwood and Mordecai South Park has been experiencing some fast-paced new construction with new commercial developments also coming to the area.

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Guide To Caceres Houston Homes For Sale

Houston Properties

Caceres Living, Location and Transportation. The Best Houston Realtor to Sell Your Home. This luxury development was designed and developed by a collaboration between three, well-known developers and construction companies. Caceres Living, Location and Transportation. "Paige The Best Houston Realtor to Sell Your Home.

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My Top 8 Search Criteria For Finding The Best Comps

Birmingham Appraisal

In some neighborhoods, older homes may be highly sought after, while in others, newer constructions may be more desirable. Buyers are frequently drawn to specific neighborhoods for reasons such as safety, walkability, or access to public transportation. Over the past several years we have all seen drastic changes occur in the market.