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Biden tax credit to rehab homes is finally unveiled

Housing Wire

President Biden also announced the Neighborhood Homes Tax Credit, which would incentivize the rehabbing of outdated homes. Investors who acquire and renovate older homes could claim the credit on their federal tax returns, as long as the home is sold to and occupied by an eligible buyer.

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The Complete Guide to Buying a Home As a Government Employee

Raleigh Realty

Buying a Home As a Government Employee Are you a government employee preparing to buy a home? The process of buying a new home may sound intimidating. With the right resources, you can ensure a successful investment and one in which you may save tens of thousands of dollars thanks to being a government employee.

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Housing markets with flood and wildfire risk are booming

Housing Wire

Homeowners and renters may not have felt the full impact of climate-related disasters since, oftentimes, they do not end up directly paying for renovations or repairs necessitated by an adverse climate event, Fairweather said. According to a survey of roughly 2,000 U.S.

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Room-By-Room Guide to Eco-Friendly Home Modifications and Renovations

Raleigh Realty

Eco-friendly upgrades are some of the most valuable improvements you can make to a home. They can lead to more efficient homes, lower utility bills, and a greener environmental outlook. Just like a garage or a carport, environmental home renovations help to improve home value. million homes.

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Institutional SFR players are stuck in the doldrums

Housing Wire

Inviting an SFR lawsuit Invitation Homes earlier this year failed to convince a judge to dismiss a pending whistleblower lawsuit filed against the company in federal court in San Diego that alleges it made improvements at scores of properties in California without first securing required building permits.

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Home Appraisal 101: Maximizing the Value of Your Home

Chicagoland Appraisal Blog

Naturally, even if you choose not to sell your house, you certainly want to maintain your investment and ensure that your home value doesn’t drop. Here, we’ll explore everything you need to know about home appraisals and how to maximize the value of your house. . What’s in a Home’s Value?

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Finding a Builder for Your Accessory Dwelling Unit

Eppraisal

Given the changes in state laws and municipal ordinances, keeping abreast of the rules governing accessory dwelling units is becoming a full-time job. Sometimes, established home builders are creating new ADU divisions within their organizations. Many of their units are basic studio homes though Acton routinely goes larger.