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

Housing Wire

When asked about the reason for making these investments, the wife described their desire to maintain the comfort, familiarity and pride in the home they’ve lived in together rather than giving them up. The Home Depot is refreshing an in-house brand with accessibility in mind for things like grab bars and easier-to-use faucets.

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Finance of America now offers renovation loans

Housing Wire

announced today the launch of Finance of America Home Improvement , a new business division offering non-mortgage financing options, including renovation loans. Finance of America’s new division offers the “Benji” portal, which gives contractors tools to expand their business.

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Modern House Flipping Software: 8 Innovative Tools You Need

Listing Spark

House flipping isn’t just an opportunity for big real estate companies or home improvement television channels—it’s becoming a reliable source of income for Americans running a solo business or small real estate investment venture. of US home sales in 2017, that number grew to 8.4%

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How to help homeowners make the most of home equity

Housing Wire

Through proper communication around refinancing options available to borrowers and by outlining differentiated interest rates and opportunities for cash-out refinancing, home equity can be used as a tool to help homeowners leverage their home as a financial asset. Use home equity to raise home value.

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Nearly 40 housing tech firms make the 2023 Inc. 5000 list

Housing Wire

487 LiveEasy 1,204% 2013 Real estate software company changing the way people manage their move and their homes. 497 BOSSCAT 1,175% 2018 Digitizing home inspection data to create instant repair estimates for homeowners and real estate professionals. Other established names to make the Inc. Other established names to make the Inc.

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5 Things to Avoid When Buying an Investment Property

Mashvisor

When done well, real estate can be one of the most secure investments available. Buying an investment property is an exciting prospect. Between investors’ personal success stories and home improvement

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Being Smart Before Investing in Smart-Home Tech

Will Springer Realtor

Every year we get one step close to whole-home integration of smart technology thanks in large part to the powerful device in your hand – the smartphone with its versatility and ease of use. Being connected to this incredible tool and others makes you wiser and allows you to work more efficiently.