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Is Modern Farmhouse Dead? Is Boho Big? Here Are the Design Styles Soaring in 2022—and the Ones Crashing

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The Realtor.com data team looked at which interior design styles will be here to stay during 2022, and which ones are going out of style. The post Is Modern Farmhouse Dead? Is Boho Big? Here Are the Design Styles Soaring in 2022—and the Ones Crashing appeared first on Real Estate News & Insights | realtor.com®. http://dlvr.it/SJ6Nv0

4 Simple Steps for Less Money Stress in Real Estate Investing

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Whether you’re a first-time investor or you have a portfolio of properties, there are four simple steps you can take to have total control over your cash flow. http://dlvr.it/SJ6McD

BiggerPockets Money Podcast 271: The 4 Rules of Managing Your Money w/ Jesse Mecham from YNAB

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You Need a Budget is the expense tracker/budgeter that requires no introduction…but we’ll give it one anyways! In 2004, Jesse Mecham launched this ground-breaking software, allowing money masters and novices […] http://dlvr.it/SJ5pXP

Windermere Real Estate Celebrates 50th Anniversary

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Windermere Real Estate hosted a virtual event for its agents, franchise owners, and staff this week to kick off 2022 and to celebrate the company’s 50th anniversary, the company announced. More than 4,400 people attended the virtual event to hear from several speakers, including company founder, John Jacobi, Windermere Chief Economist, Matthew Gardner, and keynote […] The post Windermere Real Estate Celebrates 50th Anniversary appeared first on RISMedia. http://dlvr.it/SJ5cCX

US Cities With The Highest Rent [Updated 2022]

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Fortune real estate The highest rent in the US might surprise you. Check out our housing market analysis to see which cities have the most expensive rent in 2020. The post US Cities With The Highest Rent [Updated 2022] appeared first on FortuneBuilders. agent realtor miami http://dlvr.it/SJ5S2j

What are the top-selling condos in Miami-Dade County? These 5 towers lead the pack

Fortune real estate Buyers flocked to a handful of high-rises in Miami-Dade last year, making them the most popular vertical communities amid a sea of options. Five condominiums recorded 454 sales from January … Click to Continue » agent realtor miami http://dlvr.it/SJ3s2z

BiggerPockets Podcast 564: Difficult Tenants, Taking on Investors, & Leaving a Safe Job for Real Estate | Q&A w/Rob Abasolo

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Bad tenants? Funding hiccups? Scaling too fast? These are just some of the problems real estate investors have to deal with every day. What’s the prize for all this work? […] http://dlvr.it/SJ3VCv

Thoughts on Leadership: Management & Mentors

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The last three blog posts have been about my mentors (read the Zig Ziglar post here, the Og Mandino post here and the Jim Rohn post here), as well as the leaders who have inspired me throughout my career and had a profound impact on my life. In this post, I’m going to talk to you about an incredible […] The post Thoughts on Leadership: Management & Mentors appeared first on RISMedia. http://dlvr.it/SJ3L5X

What Is A Good Cap Rate & How To Calculate It

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Fortune real estate Key Takeaways: * What is cap rate? * What is a good cap rate? * How to calculate cap rate --- A cap rate, otherwise known as a capitalization rate, is one of the most important fundamental indicators for determining whether a property is worth pursuing. Not surprisingly, cap rates have proven instrumental in building some of today’s most prolific real estate investment portfolios, and there’s no reason it couldn’t help you do the same. In fact, I’d argue that you can’t even build a halfway decent portfolio without asking, “what is a good cap rate?” It’s that important. Therefore, it’s in your best interest to better understand what a cap rate is and how to use it to strengthen your investing efforts. What Is Cap Rate? Cap rate is one of the easiest and most dependable ways to quantify whether or not an investment deal is worth following through with. In its simplest form, a cap rate is nothing more than an equation, one

Nation’s Oldest Black-Owned Business Expands to the Carolinas with New Offices in Charlotte and Raleigh

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E.E. Ward Moving & Storage Co. recently announced that it has expanded its operations to the Carolinas with new offices in Charlotte and Raleigh. In addition, as the country prepares to celebrate Black History Month, E.E. Ward Moving & Storage Company–recognized by the U.S. Department of Commerce as the oldest continuously Black-owned and operated business in the […] The post Nation’s Oldest Black-Owned Business Expands to the Carolinas with New Offices in Charlotte and Raleigh appeared first on RISMedia. http://dlvr.it/SHzgl1

NAR Files Lawsuit of Its Own Against REX

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Who says you can’t sue the same folks that are suing you? The National Association of Realtors® (NAR) filed a lawsuit on Jan. 28 against REX-Real Estate Exchange Inc., alleging that the Texas-based real estate startup deceived consumers by making false and misleading advertisements and statements about its services.  “NAR will oppose attempts to mislead […] The post NAR Files Lawsuit of Its Own Against REX appeared first on RISMedia. http://dlvr.it/SHzJJK

Wondrous Washrooms: Elevate Your Bathroom With These 5 Swanky Instagram Looks

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Need inspiration for redecorating your loo? These five trending bathroom looks offer a welcome respite from underwhelming bath decor. The post Wondrous Washrooms: Elevate Your Bathroom With These 5 Swanky Instagram Looks appeared first on Real Estate News & Insights | realtor.com®. http://dlvr.it/SHykDc

Why Your Home Inspection Matters [INFOGRAPHIC]

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Some Highlights * Buying a home and wondering if your inspection is necessary? While some buyers may decide to waive their inspection, it’s risky decision. * Your home inspection is a crucial step in the homebuying process. It assesses the condition of the home you plan to purchase, so you can avoid costly surprises down the road. * Work with an agent so you have expert advice and a trusted professional who will keep your interests top of mind. http://dlvr.it/SHyd9R

‘Full House’ Creator’s $85M Estate Is the Week’s Most Popular Home

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Fans of "Full House" and real estate gawkers made Jeff Franklin's massive Beverly Hills mansion this week's most popular home on Realtor.com. The post ‘Full House’ Creator’s $85M Estate Is the Week’s Most Popular Home appeared first on Real Estate News & Insights | realtor.com®. http://dlvr.it/SHyZmL

Real estate Q&A: Can live-in boyfriend who doesn’t contribute to expenses make a claim on property?

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Fortune real estate Q: My widowed sister owns a house in Florida and has no children or will. She has had a live-in boyfriend for 20 years who does not contribute to household … Click to Continue » agent realtor miami http://dlvr.it/SHwJjK

‘Real Housewives of Beverly Hills’ Star Kyle Richards Sells Bel-Air Mansion for $6.1M

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"Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" star Kyle Richards and her husband Mauricio Umansky, the founder of The Agency, sold their Bel-Air abode. The post ‘Real Housewives of Beverly Hills’ Star Kyle Richards Sells Bel-Air Mansion for $6.1M appeared first on Real Estate News & Insights | realtor.com®. http://dlvr.it/SHvtWR

Beige Is Back, Baby! Why This Neutral Color Is All the Rage Again

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Remember beige? This soft neutral was hot decades ago—and now it's back to pretty up your walls, bathrooms, bedrooms, and more. The post Beige Is Back, Baby! Why This Neutral Color Is All the Rage Again appeared first on Real Estate News & Insights | realtor.com®. http://dlvr.it/SHvJFn

Why Right Now Is a Once-in-a-Lifetime Opportunity for Sellers

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If you’re thinking about selling your house in 2022, you truly have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity at your fingertips. http://dlvr.it/SHvCV1

Exclusive: The Stars of ‘Married to Real Estate’ Reveal a New Tactic Homebuyers Must Do Today To Get the House

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"Property Virgins" star Egypt Sherrod and builder Mike Jackson talk about their new HGTV show, "Married to Real Estate." The post Exclusive: The Stars of ‘Married to Real Estate’ Reveal a New Tactic Homebuyers Must Do Today To Get the House appeared first on Real Estate News & Insights | realtor.com®. http://dlvr.it/SHv7cX

What are the most expensive homes sold in Coral Gables area last week?

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Fortune real estate A house in Miami that sold for $15.5 million tops the list of the most expensive real estate sales in Coral Gables area in the last week. In total, 54 … Click to Continue » agent realtor miami http://dlvr.it/SHrFS7

5 Mortgage and Homebuying Tips for Newlyweds

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Here's what newlyweds need to know about making a financially sound commitment that will pay dividends for decades to come. The post 5 Mortgage and Homebuying Tips for Newlyweds appeared first on Real Estate News & Insights | realtor.com®. http://dlvr.it/SHqrJm

Are You a Homeowner Thinking About Climate Change?

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Americans are more aware than ever of the effects climate change and natural disasters can have on their homes. http://dlvr.it/SHqkjj

With Housing Prices Spiking Everywhere, Where Is It Cheaper To Rent vs. Buy?

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The Realtor.com data team found where it may make more financial sense to become a homeowner—and where tenants may want to remain tenants. The post With Housing Prices Spiking Everywhere, Where Is It Cheaper To Rent vs. Buy? appeared first on Real Estate News & Insights | realtor.com®. http://dlvr.it/SHqfR6

Rookie Podcast 151: 28 Units as a Full-Time Surgeon and Escaping the “Golden Handcuffs” w/ Daniel Shin

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Most people assume they’ll achieve financial freedom after they make their dream salary, but what they don’t realize is you can’t out-earn your toxic money habits. Today’s guest, Daniel Shin, […] http://dlvr.it/SHqJwZ

Sick of Seeing Your Ugly Propane Tank? Here Are 4 Designer Tips To Disguise It

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Don't let your giant propane tank cramp your landscaping style. Instead, tame the oblong eyesore with these four designer tips. The post Sick of Seeing Your Ugly Propane Tank? Here Are 4 Designer Tips To Disguise It appeared first on Real Estate News & Insights | realtor.com®. http://dlvr.it/SHmMCY

The Next Generation of Homebuyers Is Here

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Many members of Generation Z (Gen Z) are aging into adulthood and deciding whether to rent or buy a home. http://dlvr.it/SHmDR5

Built in 1710, a Georgian Colonial in Newport, RI, Is the Week’s Oldest Home

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A classic Georgian Colonial built in 1710, with a beehive fireplace in the kitchen, takes the title of this week's oldest home. The post Built in 1710, a Georgian Colonial in Newport, RI, Is the Week’s Oldest Home appeared first on Real Estate News & Insights | realtor.com®. http://dlvr.it/SHm97g

Ultimate Tips for Planning a Successful House Remodel

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Doing a house remodel is an exciting and rewarding process, one that will transform your home into your ideal version of it. However, there’s also some inconvenience involved as well – mainly the fact that your home will be torn apart and maybe even not liveable for the duration of the project. So how do […] The post Ultimate Tips for Planning a Successful House Remodel appeared first on Real Estate Tips, Trends & Data. http://dlvr.it/SHlstT

Most Popular Reasons Why Homeowners Are Considering Home Equity Loans and HELOCs

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On average, 48.59% of people seeking a home equity loan or HELOC across the nation’s 50 largest metros cited making home improvements as their primary reason. This is according to a new report by LendingTree that analyzed home equity loan (HELOC) offers made by lenders to LendingTree users through the entirety of 2021. When a […] The post Most Popular Reasons Why Homeowners Are Considering Home Equity Loans and HELOCs appeared first on RISMedia. http://dlvr.it/SHlLDm

Why Pre-Approval Is Key for Homebuyers in 2022

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You may have heard that it’s important to get pre-approved for a mortgage at the beginning of the homebuying process, but what does that really mean, and why is it so important? http://dlvr.it/SHhm8L

Homeowners insurance is on the way up, and weather is to blame

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Fortune real estate The cost of homeowners insurance is on the rise, and not just because property values went up — almost 20% across the board — during last year’s homebuying frenzy. How … Click to Continue » agent realtor miami http://dlvr.it/SHhhRP

‘We Moved Here for $10K’: How Cash Incentive Programs Are Changing the Rules on Where Americans Live

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Moving incentives for remote workers are growing in popularity as a way to entice diverse talent to settle in rural areas. Do they work? The post ‘We Moved Here for $10K’: How Cash Incentive Programs Are Changing the Rules on Where Americans Live appeared first on Real Estate News & Insights | realtor.com®. http://dlvr.it/SHhgjQ

BiggerPockets Money Podcast 269: From Filing Bankruptcy to $1.4 Million in Income Producing Assets

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Today’s guest, Jennifer Grimson, is a prime example that every problem has a solution.  Jennifer has always been a hard worker so she had no problem working through college as […] http://dlvr.it/SHh58J

December New Home Purchase Mortgage Applications Decreased 7.1%

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The Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) Builder Application Survey (BAS) data for December 2021 shows mortgage applications for new home purchases decreased 7.1% compared from a year ago. Compared to November 2021, applications decreased by 5%. This change does not include any adjustment for typical seasonal patterns. “Applications to buy a new home slowed in December, […] The post December New Home Purchase Mortgage Applications Decreased 7.1% appeared first on RISMedia. http://dlvr.it/SHgtxb

Miami-Dade’s sizzling housing market ended 2021 at a record level. What keeps driving this upward trend?

Fortune real estate Miami-Dade County home prices climaxed in December again setting an all-time record, largely due to the steady stream of out-of-state buyers, closing a year when the housing market exhibited contradictory … Click to Continue » agent realtor miami http://dlvr.it/SHf2hC

BiggerPockets Podcast 561: Establishing Your “Beachhead” to Work Less and Invest MUCH More | Q&A w/Craig Curelop

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House hacking, renting by the room, co-living, boarding houses? These are all things that author, investor, real estate agent, and expert hacker of houses, Craig Curelop, is used to. Craig […] http://dlvr.it/SHdfgn

Improve Your Business With Virtual Resources

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Refining your skills while learning new ones is paramount to leading a long and successful career as a real estate agent. As the industry has embraced the virtual environment, the opportunities to tune into dozens of online training events monthly or weekly have grown dramatically in the past two years. You’ve likely seen predictions and […] The post Improve Your Business With Virtual Resources appeared first on RISMedia. http://dlvr.it/SHdW04

Smart Investing During a Gold Rush

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If you haven’t noticed, we’re in the midst of a modern gold rush. Many who never invested in real estate are now in it full-time. But there are dark clouds on the horizon. http://dlvr.it/SHYXjw

An Investor’s Guide To Land Grading In 2022

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Fortune real estate Key Takeaways What is land grading? How to land grade Land grading costs Types of land grading When you think of landscaping projects, you typically think about curb appeal. Things like flower beds and bushes can make a property more attractive, but they aren’t essential, nor do they necessarily increase the property value. On the […] The post An Investor’s Guide To Land Grading In 2022 appeared first on FortuneBuilders. agent realtor miami http://dlvr.it/SHYQYP

The No. 1 Reason Rental Prices Are Soaring Right Now

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At the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, the big housing story was how prices were soaring. Now this has spilled over into the rental market. The post The No. 1 Reason Rental Prices Are Soaring Right Now appeared first on Real Estate News & Insights | realtor.com®. http://dlvr.it/SHYFMV

Boho Meets ‘Cottagecore’: 5 Instagram Dining Room Looks That Bring Glamour to Country Design

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These five Instagram looks give your dining room the perfect dose of glamour, combining the best of cottage comfort and bohemian allure. The post Boho Meets ‘Cottagecore’: 5 Instagram Dining Room Looks That Bring Glamour to Country Design appeared first on Real Estate News & Insights | realtor.com®. http://dlvr.it/SHXhVj

Duplex Devoted to Kansas City Chiefs Is the Week’s Most Popular Home

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Just in time for the NFL playoffs, a duplex decked out in honor of the Kansas City Chiefs captured the title of the week's most popular home. The post Duplex Devoted to Kansas City Chiefs Is the Week’s Most Popular Home appeared first on Real Estate News & Insights | realtor.com®. http://dlvr.it/SHXYcq

Brickell-area, Florida condominium sells for $5 million

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Fortune real estate On December 1, 2021, a seller has sold a spacious and recent property built in 2016 located in the first block of Seventh Street in Brickell-area. The $5,000,000 purchase price … Click to Continue » agent realtor miami http://dlvr.it/SHV0dT

‘Modern Family’ Star Jesse Tyler Ferguson Lists NYC Apartment for $1.45M

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Jesse Tyler Ferguson, of “Modern Family,” is once again searching for a buyer for his Manhattan pied-à-terre. The post ‘Modern Family’ Star Jesse Tyler Ferguson Lists NYC Apartment for $1.45M appeared first on Real Estate News & Insights | realtor.com®. http://dlvr.it/SHTm6p

Hialeah tenants protest at landlord’s office as investment firm hikes rent up to $650

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Fortune real estate María Rubí earns $14 an hour working as a cashier at a store in Miami-Dade County. Her salary is just enough to pay the rent of a two-bedroom apartment in … Click to Continue » agent realtor miami http://dlvr.it/SHT9Vs

Buyers Want To Know: Why Is Housing Supply Still So Low?

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One key question that’s top of mind for homebuyers this year is: why is it so hard to find a house to buy? http://dlvr.it/SHT52f

BiggerPockets Podcast 560: Double Your Rental Income with Co-Living Cash Flow w/Sam Wegert

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Co-living (coliving) may sound a bit scary at first to a landlord. You have a bunch of young professionals living under one roof. What if there is an argument over […] http://dlvr.it/SHSPpF

Beyond BRRRR: Taking Advantage of the Arbitrage Opportunity in Real Estate

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The BRRRR strategy is not the ideal way to invest in real estate at this particular time. And, the reason for that is simple: There just isn’t much out there. http://dlvr.it/SHQ7kx

Miami, Florida condominium sells for $2 million

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Fortune real estate The property located in the 3500 block of Fairview Street in Miami was sold on November 29, 2021. The $1,950,000 purchase price works out to $1,054 per square foot. The … Click to Continue » agent realtor miami http://dlvr.it/SHQ5vz

With Mortgage Rates Climbing, Now’s the Time To Act

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Last week, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate from Freddie Mac jumped from 3.22% to 3.45%. http://dlvr.it/SHPVPf

8 Surprising Lessons a Real Estate Editor Learned Buying Her First House

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Being a first-time homebuyer in a highly competitive market was an eye-opening experience. I learned a lot along the way, which I wanted to share. The post 8 Surprising Lessons a Real Estate Editor Learned Buying Her First House appeared first on Real Estate News & Insights | realtor.com®. http://dlvr.it/SHPRXp

Shorewest, REALTORS® Reports Record Year in 2021

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Brookfield, Wisconsin-based Shorewest, REALTORS® closed $3.26 billion in real estate sales in 2021—the highest annual sales ever recorded for the company in its 75-year history of selling real estate, according to the company. Shorewest sales associates helped 10,880 families in 2021 by successfully negotiating for their clients in this competitive market. “Our success in 2021 […] The post Shorewest, REALTORS® Reports Record Year in 2021 appeared first on RISMedia. http://dlvr.it/SHNcK4