According to the National Association of Homebuilders, a record share of single-family builders reported shortages of labor and subcontractors in July. In a survey they conducted, builders were asked about the effects the shortages were having on their businesses. Builders noted having to pay higher
Each year seems to go by quicker and quicker. Fall is here which means one thing; it is almost the holiday season. For most people, this time of year can be extremely stressful. There are parties to plan, food to cook, gifts to buy, and
Price Cuts Becoming More Common as Home Value Growth Slows Areas such as San Diego have had as many as 20% of the listings reduce their price. This is 8% more than last year. In almost half of the 35 largest U.S. metropolitan areas, home
The news always broadcasts the latest multi-million dollar home built by a celebrity. As time goes on these mansions are getting more and more extravagant. For these stars it is standard to have indoor pools, 12 car garages, and more rooms than you know what
Multiple Pillows An empty room can come across as dull and uninviting. You can easily spice up a living space with items that you already own. Luckily, something that most people have too many of is pillows! Taking extra pillows from areas of less focus
Amazon as a company is expanding greatly across the United States. Chief of Amazon, Jeff Bezos is doing the same. Amazon is currently on the hunt for a place to call home for their second headquarters. For Bezos, any location they pick could be close
With increased buyer demand, even homes needing a little TLC are going on the market and and regardless of how much fix up these homes require, they often sell quickly. Buying a fixer-upper home can be profitable, or it can be a nightmare. The secrets lie
A mortgage is the biggest and likely most important, financial transaction of your life. Buying a home is something almost everyone dreams of doing. The process of getting a mortgage can be overwhelming.! Both interest rates and home prices are rising. Here are some tips
A new trend has begun to emerge. With home prices skyrocketing in the starter home category, many first-time homebuyers are skipping the traditional starter homes and moving right into their dream homes. What’s a Starter Home? According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR), simply put, a starter home
Here are five reasons listing your home for sale this summer makes sense. 1. Demand Is Strong The latest Buyer Traffic Report from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shows that buyer demand remains very strong throughout the vast majority of the country. These buyers are ready, willing and able to