Housing Wire

JULY 1, 2021

That’s partly why people are spending significant time, energy and money on home renovation projects these days. It’s no secret that home improvements can be a costly endeavor. If you’re looking to increase the value of your home or prepare it for resale, certain renovations may take its appeal to the next level.

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Will Springer Realtor

APRIL 30, 2024

There’s the fresh coat of paint, new kitchen appliances and maybe a roof – common improvements homeowners often consider before selling. There is another enhancement that many sellers may not consider: the addition of smart-home technology. Beyond the must-haves, there is an infinite number of nice-to-haves for the home.

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Will Springer Realtor

DECEMBER 8, 2021

Amid rising land and construction costs, permits for single-family homes in King County slowed in the third quarter to 940, down 7.8% Who said this is a sellers’ market? The National Association of Home Builders’ (NAHB) monthly sentiment index rose three points in November, to 83 on a scale of 1-100. The post SELLERS’ MARKET?

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Raleigh Realty

AUGUST 1, 2022

NAR) Home Staging Statistics: Sellers’ Perspective Staging doesn’t just benefit the buyer — it can significantly decrease the time your home spends on the market and increase how much money you walk away with. However, the impact home staging makes will depend on the type of house and where it’s located. over-list ROI.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 25, 2022

The company also launched temporary rate buydowns, which allows borrowers to receive lower mortgage rates at the beginning of their loan terms by using seller concessions as part of the payment. It comes at a time in which the housing market favors buyers and seller concessions become more frequent.

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Birmingham Appraisal

AUGUST 8, 2023

By investing in these upgrades before listing your home, you can increase its attractiveness to potential buyers and maximize your return on investment. For instance, the appraisal report might suggest updating the kitchen, improving the landscaping, or addressing any structural issues.

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Will Springer Realtor

APRIL 2, 2024

“Well-designed energy-efficient homes save money and are proven to appreciate in value beyond market norms,” says Jason Boyer, an architect who recently developed a smart-home community in Phoenix called Karma. The home improvement site Angi asked homeowners about their major investment plans for the next five years.

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McKissock

SEPTEMBER 7, 2020

If you have a tough listing that keeps acquiring more and more days on the market, it can be frustrating for both you and your seller clients. Think about what you can do to help your sellers realize they need to either make some updates to the home or lower the price. #2: 2: Manage the process carefully. 3: Don’t give up.

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The Robert Weiler Company

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

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.

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Chicagoland Appraisal Blog

MAY 13, 2021

Your home may be your favorite place to be, but it’s also an investment. Like any other investment, you want to know its value with some reliable degree of accuracy. A home appraisal is an unbiased opinion of a home or property’s value. This is helpful whether you intend to stay in your home or wish to sell it.

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East Coast Appraisal

MARCH 16, 2023

Fortunately, you can take several steps to improve your home's appraisal. A higher appraisal value means you can sell your home for a higher price, which can result in a larger profit for you as the seller. Read on to learn four effective ways to do just that so you can get the best possible price for your home.

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Cornerstone

MAY 4, 2021

According to Home Advisor : “When it comes to the number of home improvement projects completed, Gen Z homeowners are leading the pack, completing an average of 3.5 Compared to 2019, millennials are spending 60-percent more on home improvement and doing on average 30-percent more projects.”. per household. .”

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Houston Properties

MAY 6, 2020

A home seller guide from the number one Realtor in Houston. We’re able to accomplish this because we know what it takes to be able to sell your Houston home fast and for more money. Alternatively, you can simply contact the Houston Properties Team and list your home with us today. Houston Home Seller Resources.

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San Jose Real Estate

JULY 27, 2022

Home sellers know that certain fixes will give a good return on investment when selling. The risk, though, is in over improving your property.

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Lamacchia Realty

MARCH 3, 2022

Take advantage of this seller’s market and list now! Here are 6 tips for getting your home ready for the late winter and early spring market in just 30 days: 1. Paint Rooms This is one of the more efficient and least expensive ways to spruce up the rooms in your home. Seller Resources. Additional Resources.

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The Robert Weiler Company

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

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.

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Houston Properties

MARCH 5, 2021

How To Sell Your Heights Home Fast For The Most Money. Expert home seller guide from the number one Realtor in Houston Heights. We achieve these numbers because we know what it takes to sell your Houston Heights home fast and for more money. Houston Heights Home Seller Resources. Free Home Valuation.

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PennyMac

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

The home-selling process can be challenging at times. This is especially true if home sellers are trying to move quickly or are hoping to avoid costly renovations. Especially in a seller’s market, you will likely be able to sell successfully. Invest some money and time to fix and update your home.

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Houston Properties

MAY 24, 2021

How To Sell Your Memorial Villages Home Fast For The Most Money. Expert home seller guide from the number one Realtor in Memorial Villages. We achieve these numbers because we know what it takes to sell your Memorial Villages home fast and for more money. Memorial Villages Home Seller Resources.

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Will Springer Realtor

AUGUST 30, 2022

A common rule of thumb is to budget at least 1% of the home’s value each year for general maintenance and at least double that for older homes. About three out of four owners make at least one home improvement before selling – a wise decision. And for you procrastinators, those cost allocations will be even higher.

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Eppraisal

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Regarding your home’s street-facing façade, consider upgrading your garage and entry doors. In 2023, four-section garage doors on new robust galvanized steel tracks recorded a return on investment (ROI) of 102.7%. A new steel entry door registered an ROI of 100.9% — up from 63.8% in 2022.  

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Lamacchia Realty

MAY 6, 2021

As we begin to see the other side of the pandemic and throughout the past year, the home improvement and renovation industry is seeing an extremely high demand for tools, materials, and home improvement service providers. With so many people looking to renovate their homes, the demand for materials has skyrocketed.

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Will Springer Realtor

JULY 25, 2023

The average cost of a midrange bathroom remodel is $33K, and it should garner a return on investment of $18K. If you’re “deckless in Seattle,” consider a wood addition to the back of the home. It will cost about $20K to construct (depending on the size and scope) and deliver a $9K return on investment.

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Will Springer Realtor

OCTOBER 5, 2021

Replacing one after its 20-or-so-year lifespan will run about $1000-$1500 and tends to deliver a high return on investment because of its modernity and visual appeal. Many people don’t think of insulation as a home-improvement project but like everything else the materials will break down over time. These are national averages.

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PennyMac

APRIL 5, 2023

A temporary buydown is a mortgage financing strategy that allows a homebuyer to lower their interest rate and payment for a predetermined amount of time through the payment of mortgage points at closing (whether by the lender, homebuyer or seller). What’s a mortgage point? For example, a mortgage point on a $200,000 loan would be $2,000.

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Lamacchia Realty

MARCH 23, 2022

This is important if, of course, you want to make minor investments but gain a lot. Yes, that is possible – by making a couple of good changes to the exterior of your home, you will be able to increase its value on the market anywhere between 10% and 20%. . Doing that will elevate the look and the feel of your home.

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Realtor

MAY 10, 2018

If siblings agree to keep the home, what usually happens is that the workload isn’t even—maybe one sibling lives in a different state than the home—and soon brothers and sisters find themselves battling over money or time spent looking after the house. Another consideration is how much of an outdated wreck the home is.

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Realtor

MAY 10, 2018

If siblings agree to keep the home, what usually happens is that the workload isn’t even—maybe one sibling lives in a different state than the home—and soon brothers and sisters find themselves battling over money or time spent looking after the house. Another consideration is how much of an outdated wreck the home is.

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Lamacchia Realty

AUGUST 9, 2023

You can DIY closet organization with products from home improvement stores, but you can also hire experts to do it for you. Hopefully the home has some attic space for storage, and if that’s the case, clear covered crates are a great way to store your belongings and keep them clean.

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Housing Wire

APRIL 14, 2022

To close more purchase loans, forward-thinking lenders have invested gobs of money in technology, increased marketing budgets, and retooled their operations to reach new homebuyers in recent months. It was inevitable that the cycle would end and a challenging period would begin. But few thought it would end so quickly. Beyond vanilla.

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Houston Properties

JUNE 22, 2021

How To Sell Your West University Home Fast For The Most Money. Expert Home Seller Guide From The Best West University Realtor. We achieve these numbers because we know what it takes to sell your West University home fast and for more money. West University Home Seller Resources. Free Home Valuation.

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Valuation Nation

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Sellers have had their day (or rather, their year). housing market and mortgage rates , you may have seen home prices in your area sliding downward like a slow-motion roller coaster. housing market and mortgage rates , you may have seen home prices in your area sliding downward like a slow-motion roller coaster. Sep 30, 2022.

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PennyMac

OCTOBER 10, 2023

A home appraisal is an unbiased report on the value of your home performed by a trained and state-licensed individual. The lender is responsible for ensuring that your home provides adequate collateral for the mortgage. An appraiser will also evaluate your home's foundation and its condition.

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Quicken Loans

JANUARY 11, 2022

In effect, it allows you to take up to 100% of your home’s equity out to pay for medical bills, pay down debt, cover education expenses, etc. Relatively speaking, a VA cash-out refinance lets you access more of the value in your home – and enjoy greater borrowing power – than with a conventional or FHA refinance.

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PennyMac

APRIL 18, 2022

Buyer has full control over home improvements and upgrades. Homes frequently increase in value over the life of a mortgage. Typically a long term investment. Along with a down payment, a homebuyer will typically pay an additional 2% to 5% of the home purchase price in closing fees. Pros and Cons of Renting.

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Will Springer Realtor

JULY 9, 2021

THE ROI OF HOME RENOVATION. I am often asked by sellers what home projects should they address to get the highest return on investment. A key takeaway from this year’s report is the impact that rising raw materials costs has had on home-improvement projects. Sellers are asking $2.9M ($1590/sq.

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Will Springer Realtor

MARCH 14, 2022

The home remodeling industry is a $368B business, according to Harvard researchers , and is expected to reach $432B by the end of this year. Soaring costs of labor and construction materials is certainly contributing to the rising figure but there is evidence of a sharp increase in home improvements since the start of the pandemic.

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