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With low inventory, house hunters are in full safari mode

Housing Wire

The Leading Indicator of Remodeling Activity, or LIRA, a measure developed by Joint Center for Housing Studies at Harvard University , seems to support Mohan’s assessment, showing that year over year “expenditures for home improvements and maintenance will post a modest decline of 2.8% through the first quarter of 2024.”

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Does Adding an In-Law Suite Pay Off?

Empire Appraisal Group

Does Adding an In-Law Suite Pay Off? Source: Does Adding an In-Law Suite Pay Off? It could increase a home’s value or bring in rent – or be more trouble than it’s worth. NEW YORK – Accessory dwelling units are known by many names: in-law suites, guest houses, backyard cottages, or basement or garage conversions, among others.

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Driving Toward Vehicle Charging Capabilities for the Home

Will Springer Realtor

Additionally, the Washington Legislature budgeted $103M in public charging infrastructure in 2022 – all while the state passed a law last year that bans the sale of new gas-powered vehicles by 2030. UL Listed: This important safety designation should never be overlooked. toward an additional half-million public chargers across the U.S.

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Washington ADU Laws Aim to Open New Doors to Housing

Will Springer Realtor

Many Washingtonians may be in for a surprise on the real estate front when new laws take effect county by county that will greatly expand the use of accessory dwelling units – or ADUs – on parcels of land once exclusive to single-family homes. For context, 43K homes were added in the state in 2021.)

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20 Awesomely Functional Gifts for Real Estate Investors [2021]

The Robert Weiler Company

While gift cards tend to carry a reputation for being “quick” gifts, to a real estate investor, they are a home run. If your colleague, family member, or friend is purchasing and flipping a property, they’re probably dropping more money on home improvements than most people spend on Black Friday. Iron Flask Store Water Bottle.

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How to Find the Right Mortgage Loan for You

Assurance Financial

When shopping for a home, it’s just as important to make a list of things you’d like from your mortgage — including the length of the loan, the interest rate and the repayment terms. Some home loans are designed for people who meet specific criteria, and others for people who might not qualify for another type of loan.

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JUST IN TIME: THE 15-MINUTE COMMUNITY

Will Springer Realtor

Urban planners have a name for it: the 15-minute neighborhood and it is already in development in parts of the country, including Seattle. Cities and neighborhoods are where we all should answer our questions about home and community. Where would you like to see this type of neighborhood development? Send me a message.

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