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Older Americans are ‘splurging’ on home modifications to support aging in place

Housing Wire

This is according to a story published this month by the The Associated Press , which examines steps that some older homeowners are taking to ensure they can remain in their homes, as opposed to relocating to a dedicated care facility or another living arrangement.

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With low inventory, house hunters are in full safari mode

Housing Wire

The nation’s housing industry has entered a new normal in which the dynamics of the market appear perplexing — marked by high mortgage rates and high home prices, along with shrinking mortgage originations. The perplexing part: Why are home prices not declining in this environment? through the first quarter of 2024.”

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Home Improvements: What counts towards the appraisal?

Padove Appraisal Service

I am often asked which home improvements “count” towards the appraised value of a house. Many people envision a list of improved items with predetermined relevancy, along with a specific dollar value assigned to each of those items. The post Home Improvements: What counts towards the appraisal? it all counts!

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Tools To Support Appraisal Adjustments

Appraisal Today

NOTE: Please scroll down to read the other topics in this long blog post on Geographic Data and Comps, effect of renovation on value, very low foreclosures now, current real estate market, unusual homes, mortgage origination stats, etc. = = $99.5M It’s important to understand the difference between updates and renovations.

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Tips for Increasing Your Home’s Value Without Spending a Fortune

Cleveland Appraisal Blog

Does your home have a smell? Any repairs that can be made without requiring an extensive renovation should be made, it’s a great move to ensure a higher value. However, adding a bathroom to your floorplan is one of the pricier renovation projects you can undergo, so it may not be within everyone’s budget. Bottom line.

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10 Summer Improvement Projects for Your Florida Home

Lamacchia Realty

10 SUMMER IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FOR YOUR FLORIDA HOME. Summer is the best time of the year to conduct a house inventory and spend quality time with loved ones. If you’re not sure where to start, here’s the list of our top 10 ideas for summer improvement projects you can try on your Florida home.

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JUST IN TIME: THE 15-MINUTE COMMUNITY

Will Springer Realtor

In calling for rezoning laws to accommodate this concept, Gladney identified five keys that communities should keep in mind when designing their 15-minute neighborhood: Think in terms of mixed-use development, such as a blend of housing, commercial usage and small-scale manufacturing. THE ROI OF HOME RENOVATION.

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