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SFR, fix-and-flip sectors are in a ‘bit of a malaise’

Housing Wire

The single-family rental (SFR) sector and its close cousin, the fix-and-flip market , are now essentially treading water in an environment of high interest rates , approaching 8%; high home prices; and a dearth of home-purchase inventory. It remained way below the 44.6% hit in the second quarter of 2021.”

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How to Sell Your House Fast in Chicago with Targeted Updates and Spot-on Pricing

Chicagoland Appraisal Blog

Last year was a tough market, and the only properties that were moving were the ones that were renovated,” she says. When the market is soft, buyers want the properties that are finished and ready to go.”. According to Chicago-based designer and builder Sebring , quartz is still the top choice, followed by granite and marble.

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IN DIRE NEED OF GENERATIONAL RESPONSE TO HOUSING SHORTFALL

Will Springer Realtor

POTENTIAL TAX SAVINGS. Skyrocketing property values in our area have their downsides. Owners face higher annual property taxes, and many are reporting difficulty paying, particularly older residents on fixed incomes. The county’s Assessors Office issues its updated property assessments between now and November.

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WILL WAR IN UKRAINE IMPACT OUR HOUSING MARKET?

Will Springer Realtor

Without their spirit to rebuild, our thinning housing inventory would be more dire than it is today. Most owners will contract work out for major renovation projects while doing DIY work on replacing flooring, painting or improving outdoor space, the survey from LendingHome showed. Condo inventory is not much better. There is 0.6